Saint Joseph Basilica Parish of the Third Millennium

Saint Joseph Basilica
Parish of the Third Millennium
Mission Statement
Saint Joseph Parish is committed to proclaim the gospel message of Jesus
Christ as a Catholic community of faith, by promoting a sense of commitment to the
Church, encouraging divine worship and prayer, fostering evangelization and
nurturing the spirit of service.
Within the context of our Polish - American religious and cultural heritage,
we foster our tradition and aspire to personal growth in faith. We are determined
to develop our vision for the future, to educate the children in Christian values and
to be receptive to the creative and saving grace of God.
53 Whitcomb Street, Webster, MA 01570
Phone: 508-943-0467 • Fax: 508-943-0808
E-mail: [email protected]
Parish WebSite: www.saintjosephbasilica.com
LITURGICAL CELEBRATIONS
Sunday Vigil:
Sunday:
Holy Day Vigil:
Holy Day:
Weekdays:
4:00 p.m.
7:00 a.m.(Polish); 8:15 a.m.; 9:30 a.m.
11:00 a.m. (Polish)
5:00 p.m.
7:00 a.m.; 8:15 a.m.(Polish); 9:30 a.m.
7:00 p.m. (Bilingual)
6:30 a.m. (m-f); 7:00 a.m. (w, f, sat)
CONFESSIONS - SPOWIEDŹ
Saturday: ....................................... 3 p.m.
Eve of Holy Days:......................... 3 p.m.
Thurs. before First Friday: ........... 3 p.m
First Friday: .................................. 6.30 p.m
PARISH OFFICE HOURS
Mon. - Fri.: 9 a.m. - 12 noon & 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Wednesday - Office Is Closed!
Please call ahead for an appointment with a priest.
PARISH PERSONNEL
Rector: ............................ Rev. Msgr. Anthony Czarnecki
Associate Pastor: ........... Rev. Ryszard W. Polek
In residence: .................. Rev. Joseph Bielonko
Adm. Secretary............... Terry Miller
Financial Secretary......... Ewa Mamro
Dir. of Rel. Ed. .............. Mary Jolda 508-949-2985
Organist .......................... Robert Wójcik
Cemetery Manager ........ Kevin Rekowski
Sacristans ………………Al Richard & Joseph Ziak
RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) is a process
established by the Church for individuals to become Catholic
and receive the Sacraments of Initiation-Baptism, Confirmation,
and the Eucharist. If you wish to become Catholic, or are a
Baptized Catholic in need of making your First Communion
and/or Confirmation, please call the Religious Education Office.
BAPTISM: On designated Sundays. Please call to make
arrangements. Parents are required to receive orientation.
MARRIAGE: Proper preparation for marriage requires one
year’s notice. Please contact the rectory for appointment.
MINISTRY TO THE SICK: For those of advanced age, ill or
hospitalized, call the rectory to arrange visitation.
PARISH MEMBERSHIP: If you would like to become part of
St. Joseph Parish Family, please call the rectory.
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SAKRAMENT CHRZTU: W wyznaczone niedziele. Proszę
zadzwonić na plebanię, aby ustalić datę. Rodzice zobowiązani są
do krótkiej katechezy.
SAKRAMENT MAŁŻEŃSTWA: Narzeczeni powinni
zawiadomić kancelarię parafialną rok przed datą ślubu.
SAKRAMENT CHORYCH: Po sakramentalną posługę
księdza proszę dzwonić na plebanię.
ZAPISY DO PARAFII: Parafia św. Józefa serdecznie zaprasza
nowych członków. Zapisy przyjmujemy w kancelarii parafialnej.
***
SAINT JOSEPH SCHOOL
47 Whitcomb Street, Webster, MA 01570
Phone: 508-943-0378 Fax: 508-949-0581
www.saintjosephschool.net
Principal………………….Mr. Donald F. Cushing
Secretary………………….Miss Heather Duclos
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Masses for the week Msze Sw. Podczas Tygodnia
Sunday Vigil-May 30
4:00
r.s. Carol Grundel -int. Fred and Sylvia Kitka
Sunday-May 31 _ Pentecost _
7:00
r.s. Clarence Duclos (50th anniv.) -int. godchild
8:15
r.s. Catherine Szczepaniak (18th anniv.)
-int. Richard and Pat Parslow and family
9:30
r.s. Feliks (anniv.) and Agnes Mrzyglod -int. family
11:00
s.p. Stanislaw, Julia i Czeslaw Zur -int. corek
1 pm
Baptism of Daniel Richard Musial
Monday-June 1
6:30
r.s. Lena Swierzbin -int. Bernadette Hebert
Tuesday-June 2
6:30
r.s. Warren A. Rekowski -int. Rose Rekowski and fam.
Wednesday-June 3
6:30
s.p. Maria Piesak -int. kuzynka
Thursday-June 4
6:30
r.s. Stanley Kaliszewski -int. Edward & Anna Kudron
Friday-June 5 _ First Friday _
6:30
r.s. Victoria (Gwozdz) McLaughlin (8th anniv.)
-int. sister
7:00
For the living members of the Sacred Heart Society
1 pm
r.s. Julie Knurowski Bainton -int. Zito & Irene Lauro
7 pm
s.p. Zdzislawa Sarzynska (3 r. smierci) -int. rodzina
Saturday-June 6
7:00
r.s. Henry Sabaj -int. Dorothy Sabaj and family
Sunday Vigil
4:00
For blessings received during 50 years of marriage of
Fred and Sylvia Kitka - int. children
GRADUATION MASS - SJS CLASS OF 2009
Sunday-June 7 _ The Most Holy Trinity _
7:00
Za parafian
8:15
r.s. Theresa Dembkoski (month’s mind)
-int. daughters and grandchildren
9:30
r.s. Stanley F. Majka (anniv.)
-int. Jane, Linden, Katie & Tyler O’Leary
11:00
s.p. Andrzej Plewa -int. Teresa Plewa z rodzina
1-25 Club Winner for the 9th Week - #179 Emma Rose Lefebvre
SANCTUARY VOTIVE CANDLES
For the week of May 31 through June 6, 2009
Blessed Mother Altar
Candle I - Congratulations and many blessings of God for
Fred and Sylvia Kitka on their 50th wedding anniversary
Given by Terry Miller
Candle II - Congratulations and God’s blessings for Fred
and Sylvia Kitka on their 50th wedding anniversary
Given by Cindi Gardner and family
Main Altar
Candle I - On the occasion of the 50th wedding anniversary
of Fred and Sylvia Kitka
Given by Mary Nowacki
PENTECOST SUNDAY - May 31, 2009
There are different kinds of spiritual gifts but the same
Spirit. – I Corinthians 12:4
All Are Sent. Fifty days after Easter Sunday
we celebrate the fulfillment of all God’s
promises in the feast of Pentecost, a feast
that has sometimes been called the birthday
of the church. One last time we are
reminded that we Christians have received
the Holy Spirit, not for our own benefit, but
to enable us to follow our Christian
vocation. Paul’s letter shows us the gifts and fruits that the Holy
Spirit gives to us. John’s Gospel reminds us that Jesus has sent
all his disciples to share his forgiveness and peace, through the
power of the Holy Spirit.
The second collection this weekend is designated for the
Catholic Communication Campaign
Next weekend, the first Sunday of the month, the second
collection is for the Diocesan Obligations.
CLERGY CHANGES
Springtime is the time for many changes of the clergy in the
Diocese of Worcester. This year our parish community is affected.
I have been notified by Bishop McManus that Father Ryszard
Polek is being transferred to Our Lady of Czestochowa in
Worcester. He served in our parish for five years and in order to
become a pastor he has to experience pastoral ministry in a
different parish at least for a brief period of time. I know that
Father Ryszard will be greatly missed by our parishioners. He was
responsible for the Altar Servers, Children’s liturgy and masses at
the nursing homes. In addition he was assisting the Director of
Religious Education. I want to take this opportunity to thank Father
Ryszard for his dedication and service extended to the parish and
to me. May this ministry in a new parish be a source of pastoral
success and personal fulfillment for Father Ryszard. His transfer is
effective on July 1, 2009 and will be published in the Catholic Free
Press next week. We wish Father Ryszard many blessings of God
in the new parish. A farewell reception will be held on Sunday,
June 21st following the 11 am Mass in the school cafeteria or
conference room. – Rev. Msgr. Anthony Czarnecki
CATHOLIC COMMUNICATIONS CAMPAIGN
Support from the Catholic Communications Campaign is vital to
help the Catholic Church have a voice in social communications
including cable TV, radio, the internet, and various news media.
Thank you in advance for your generous support this weekend in
helping us fund both local and national programming and web
productions. Bishop McManus writes: “I invite you to learn more
about Catholic Communications from the handout located at the
entrances to the church and at our website worcesterdiocese.org”
FIRST FRIDAY ADORATION
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will begin Friday, June 5th,
following the 7 a.m. Mass and continue throughout the day
concluding with benediction at 3 p.m. Everyone is invited to join
with us in prayer. If you would like to become an adorer, please
call Theresa Jankowski at 508-943-5355.
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SACRIFICIAL OFFERINGS - May 24, 2009
Weekly $4191.25 (including $247.25 in loose money); Diocesan
Obligations $667; Fuel $269; Ascension $834 (incl. $46 in loose
money).
Stewardship Note. “........there are different forms of service but
the same Lord; there are different workings but the same God who
produces all of them in everyone.” Corinthians 12:4-6 By giving
each of us different gifts, God made sure that the Church would
have the combination of talent and treasure that was needed to do
God’s work. However, what happens if one of us does not bring
our contribution to God’s altar? God’s plan is not fulfilled. Some
important work is left undone.
A Prayer to the Spirit. Holy Spirit, who sent Christ Jesus to carry
the good news to the poor, we pray to you: Help us to continue
your work by serving the poor, our brothers and sisters.
CORPUS CHRISTI - BODY AND BLOOD OF CHRIST
Bishop Daniel P. Reilly is the main celebrant and homilist for the
Corpus Christi solemnity on June 14 at the 11 a.m. liturgy. We
kindly invite all the parish organizations with their banners and
medals, Parish Council, altar servers, Boy Scouts, Children of First
Communion class and Children of Mary to take part in this annual
outdoor tribute to the Blessed Sacrament. We ask the members of
the choirs to follow the celebrant to provide liturgical singing.
SAINT JOSEPH BASILICA PARISH FESTIVAL
Publicity. The colorful brochures depicting various events of the
festival have been placed at the entrances to the church. Please take
some and mail to your relatives and friends to publicize the festival.
Volunteers. We are looking for volunteers to assist in the kitchen
before and during the festival. Also, there is a need for several men
to help set up the grounds every day during the festival week
beginning at 6 p.m.
Money Raffle. Please continue to make your returns – early returns
prior to the festival are appreciated.
We deeply appreciate and treasure the involvement of our
parishioners. Please join us each evening of the festival week to
make golabki and other Polish food. For details please call Eileen
Fanning, Chairperson of the Festival, for details at 508-949-6084.
MAY CASH CALENDAR WINNERS
May 25-$50 Patricia Zagrocki, Webster; May 26-$50 Barbara
Piechocki, Webster; May 27-$50 Bernard Kondek, Jr. Dudley; May
28-$75 Stella Bishop, Webster; May 29-$50 J. & C. Borowski,
Webster; May 30-$50 Carole Elliott, Thompson CT; May 31-$500
Patty & Bobby Gryncewicz, Webster. Congratulations to all the
winners during the month of May. A special thank you to our
supporters and especially to all the volunteers for promoting this
fund raiser.
Word of Life. By 6 weeks plus 2 days after conception the
brain waves on an unborn child can be recorded by EEG
(electroencephalogram.) The Endowment for Human Development
SCHOOL NEWS
Memorial Day Parade. St. Joseph School participated in the
Memorial Day parade with the supervision of many parents. The
float was beautifully decorated under the direction of
Cindi Gardner, assisted by Cynthia and Al Soto, Stephanie Fassulo,
Anna Piascik and Ewa Mamro. I want to thank them for their
interest and hard work to honor the veterans who so proudly served
our country. It was gratifying to see the children with big smiles
and enthusiasm taking part in the town parade. Once again, this is
an example that the school is teaching not only academics but also
instills the spirit of patriotism and involvement in the community
events.
Science Fair. On Tuesday, May 26th, the Diocese of Worcester
Middle School Science Fair was held at the Plourde Center on the
campus of Assumption College in Worcester. Each school’s local
science fairs determined which projects had the opportunity to
participate on the diocesan level. Katie Konieczny, a 7th grader, was
presented the 3rd place trophy for her project titled “Will home
remedies work as well or better than antacids to treat heartburn?”
at her grade level. Katie has followed up her similar success of
2007 when she also took home a 3rd place award at the Grade 5
level. Congratulations Katie on another super job!
Also representing Saint Joseph School were the following
students: Grade 5-Adam Grzyb, Nathan Phelps, Jessica Recko.
Grade 6-Artur Lachcik, Dylan Murphy, Jacob Murphy, Kacper
Puczydlowski, Matthew Sabacinski. Grade 8-Aaron Holmberg,
Blair Reilly.
ST. JOSEPH POLISH WOMEN’S CLUB
The Installation Banquet will be held on June 9th at Colonial Club
with appetizers at 6 p.m. and dinner at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 and
may be purchased at Carrie’s Beauty Shoppe, or by calling Barbara
Kryger @ 508-943-2253 or Cheryl Ducharme at 508-949-0016.
--Judi Dery, Publicity Chairperson
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
We are pleased to announce the success of the Scholarship
Spaghetti Dinner. We were able to raise enough money to provide
one additional scholarship for a returning student to St. Joseph
School. With the completion of the returning student list, the
scholarship will be drawn. Thanks for your support of St. Joseph
School. – Ronald Ducharme, Grand Knight
PARTNERS IN CHARITY
We proudly announce that Saint Joseph Basilica finally reached
our quota for the 2009 Partners in Charity Appeal. In fact, we
exceeded our goal due to major donations from several dedicated
individuals who so generously responded to the needs of the
diocesan community. Our goal was $20,250 and we collected
$21,014. Special recognition is given to St. Anne Society for their
generous donation. We take this opportunity to thank each one of
you for your spirit of stewardship, and placing our Basilica among
the diocesan parishes who have reached their goal.
– Betty Sabaj and Carolyn Swierzbin, Chairpersons
Message from Msgr. Tony. I am very proud of our parishioners
who despite economic difficulties responded to the needs of others
by surpassing the diocesan quota. The untiring effort of the
chairpersons Betty and Carolyn is the major part of our success.
May God continue to bless each one of them for their dedication.
A SECRET. The secret of happiness is to count your blessings
while others are adding up their troubles. – Anon.
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BINGO EVERY SUNDAY AT ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL
Doors open at 4 pm - Games begin at 5:45 pm
Progressive Jackpot - Two Winner Take All’s
Good Neighbor Games
Variety of Hot Food - Free Coffee and Free Pastry
Parish Council members will assist from 4 to 6 pm
PILGRIMAGE TO THE HOLY LAND
A pilgrimage to the Holy Land under the spiritual guidance of Father
Roy, pastor of Sacred Heart Church, is planned for April 19-29, 2010.
Cost is $3,990. For more information please contact Anthony Nachef,
PhD in Worcester, toll free no. 877-994-8259 or visit website:
www.catholicteachings.org
FROM THE OFFICE OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Religious Education Registration for Fall Classes. If your child is
currently not registered or will be in the first grade in public school in
the Fall, registration forms have been placed in the back of the church.
All information is on the form. Please return promptly.
Parishioners needed to help in Religious Ed program for the Fall.
We need people interested in being Catechists, on the RCIA team, and
Confirmation Team. A willingness to share your faith is essential. We
will provide training. A meeting will be held June 9th at 7 p.m. for those
seeking more information. Please consider helping out even if it is only
one month or a year commitment. We need your help!
Reminder: June 14, Feast of Corpus Christi. All youth are invited to
the 11 am Mass and to participate in procession with the Holy Eucharist
to Sacred Heart Church.
KRONIKA PARAFIALNA
UROCZYSTOŚĆ ZESŁANIA DUCHA ŚWIĘTEGO
Dzisiaj cały Kościół przeżywa Uroczystość Zesłania Ducha
Świętego (Zielone Świątki). Wspominamy dzień, w którym Bóg
zesłał Ducha Świętego na Apostołów zgromadzonych wraz z Maryją
w wieczerniku. Dzień ten uważany jest za narodziny Kościoła,
bowiem w tym dniu Apostołowie, napełnieni mocą Ducha Świętego
i Jego darami rozpoczęli głoszenie Dobrej Nowiny. Módlmy się o
dary Ducha Świętego dla nas wszystkich, abyśmy mieli odwagę do
dawania świadectwa naszej wierze w codziennym życiu.
Dzisiejsza uroczystość kończy tzw. Okres Wielkanocny i czas
Komunii Świętej wielkanocnej. Zgodnie z przykazaniami
kościelnymi, każdy Katolik ma obowiązek przynajmniej raz w roku
przystąpić do spowiedzi świętej, a w okresie wielkanocnym, przyjąć
Komunię Świętą.
Również dzisiaj obchodzony jest Misyjny Dzień Chorych, którego
patronką jest Św. Teresa od Dzieciątka Jezus. Kościół dzisiaj zwraca
się do wiernych, którzy dźwigają ciężar cierpienia i choroby o
ofiarowanie swoich modlitw i cierpień w intencji misji katolickich
w świecie.
Bezpośrednio po Mszy św. odśpiewamy Litanię do Matki Bożej i
w ten sposób zakończymy w tym roku nabożeństwa majowe.
NOWENNA DO MIŁOSIERDZIA BOŻEGO
Następna Niedziela, 7 czerwca, obchodzona jest jako Uroczystość
Trójcy Przenajświętszej. Jest to równocześnie pierwsza niedziela
miesiąca, w związku z tym zapraszamy na Nowennę do Miłosierdzia
Bożego na godz. 3.00 po południu.
PIERWSZY PIĄTEK
W tym tygodniu wypada pierwszy piątek miesiąca, a zatem
zapraszamy do udziału w adoracji Najświętszego sakramentu w
ciągu dnia. O godz. 3.00 po południu Koronka do Miłosierdzia
Bożego i zakończenie adoracji. Wieczorem, o godz. 7.00 Msza Św.
w j. polskim oraz chwila adoracji. Przyjdźmy, aby wynagradzać
Najświętszemu Sercu Jezusowemu za grzechy nasze i modlić się
o nawrócenie grzeszników.
MSZA ŚW. DLA DZIECI
W przyszłą niedzielę pragniemy zaprosić wszystkie dzieci na Mszę
św. z udziałem zespołu Bazyliszki, o godz. 11.00. Ze względu na
przygotowania do festiwalu oraz wyjazd naszego Organisty oraz
wielu rodzin na wakacje, naszą miesięczną Mszę św. przeniesiemy
na pierwszą niedzielę czerwca. Będzie to nasza ostatnia Msza św.
dla dzieci przed wakacjami.
ZMIANA TAJEMNIC RÓŻAŃCOWYCH
W przyszłą niedzielę, po Mszy Św. o godz. 11.00 odbędzie się
zmiana tajemnic różańcowych w naszych Różach. Bardzo prosimy
o obecność i przyniesienie swoich tajemniczek.
UROCZYSTOŚĆ BOŻEGO CIAŁA
W niedzielę 14 czerwca obchodzimy Uroczystość Bożego Ciała
połączoną z tradycyjną procesją Eucharystyczną do 4 ołtarzy. W
tym roku procesja rozpocznie się w naszym kościele po Mszy Św.
o godz. 11.00 i zakończy się przy Kaplicy Emaus, naprzeciw
Kościoła Sacred Heart przy Main Street. Msza Św. Będzie
celebrowana wyjątkowo w j. angielskim oraz polskim. Już teraz
prosimy o liczny udział we Mszy Św. i procesji. To jest wyjątkowe
święto, kiedy pokazujemy naszą wiarę w Eucharystyczną obecność
Jezusa. Więcej szczegółów podamy w następnym tygodniu.
ZMIANY WŚRÓD DUCHOWIEŃSTWA
Wiosna jest czasem wielu zmian wśród duchowieństwa w naszej
diecezji. W tym roku dotyczy to również naszej parafii. Zostałem
poinformowany przez bpa Roberta McManus, że ks. Ryszard Polek
został przeniesiony do parafii Matki Bożej Częstochowskiej w
Worcester. Ks. Ryszard pracował w naszej parafii przez ostatnie 5
lat. Przy tej okazji pragnę mu podziękować za jego oddanie i pracę
dla naszej parafii i dla mnie. Niech jego posługa w nowej parafii
będzie źródłem osobistego spełnienia i radości. Ks. Ryszard
przechodzi do nowej parafii z dniem 1 lipca 2009. Oficjalna
informacja na ten temat ukaże się w przyszłym tygodniu w
Catholic Free Press. Życzymy ks. Ryszardowi wielu łask Bożych
w nowej parafii. Pożegnanie odbędzie się w niedzielę 21 czerwca,
w szkole. Ks. Prał. A. Czarnecki
ZE SZKOŁY
Parada z okazji Dnia Pamięci. Szkoła Św. Józefa wzięła udział
w paradzie z okazji Dnia Pamięci. Dziękujemy dzieciom i
rodzicom za ich zaangażowanie i piękne przystrojenie samochodu.
Udział dzieci to dowód, że szkoła nie tylko kształci, ale również
wychowuje w duchu patriotycznym oraz uczy zaangażowania w
sprawy społeczne.
Dzień wdzięczności. W ubiegły piątek wieczorem, młodzież z
klasy 8 miała okazję do wyrażenia wdzięczności rodzicom,
dziadkom i opiekunom. Tradycyjna uroczystość miała miejsce w
klubie PAV i jak zawsze była dużym przeżyciem zarówno dla
uczniów jak ich rodziców.
KOLEKTY
Druga kolekta dzisiaj przeznaczona jest na pomoc katolickim
środkom społecznego przekazu. Z zebranych funduszy pomoc
otrzymują różne katolickie media, jak: telewizja, radio, prasa,
strony internetowe, które pomagają szerzyć Dobra Nowinę. W
przyszłą niedzielę natomiast na nasze zobowiązania wobec
diecezji. Bóg zapłać za wszystkie ofiary.
ZAPRASZAMY NA MSZĘ ŚW. DLA DZIECI
W J. POLSKIM
Z UDZIAŁEM ZESPOŁU
BAZYLISZKI
NIEDZIELA, 7 czerwca 2009
GODZINA 11.00