Saint Joseph Basilica - St. Joseph Basilica, Webster
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Saint Joseph Basilica - St. Joseph Basilica, Webster
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. Thursday - Office Is Closed! Please call ahead for an appointment with a priest. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION/RCIA (508) 943-3752 * e-mail: [email protected] Director …………………….Mary Jolda PARISH PERSONNEL Rector ............................. Rev. Msgr. Anthony Czarnecki Associate Pastor ............. Rev. Grzegorz Chodkowski Adm. Secretary............... Terry Miller Financial Secretary......... Ewa Mamro Organist.......................... Robert Wójcik 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. *** 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………………….Mrs. Jennifer Mahlert Page 2 November 6, 2011 - 6 listopada 2011r. Masses for the week - Msze Sw. Podczas Tygodnia Sunday Vigil-November 5 4:00 r.s. Frank Kusek - int. wife & children Sunday-November 6 7:00 For the parishioners of St. Joseph Basilica 8:15 In thanksgiving to the Knights of Columbus for all their kindness and generosity to Sr. Jeanne Akalski, Sr. Mary Valenta Akalski & Sr. Mary Ann Papiez 9:30 r.s. Bernard S. Przelomski, Sr. (anniv.) - int. wife & family Annual Saint Joseph School Sports Mass 11:00 s.p. Elzbieta i Antoni Nagiel - int. dzieci i wnuki Monday-November 7 6:30 r.s. Julia Domurad - Holy Rosary Sodality 2:15pm Christopher Heights r.s. Gladys Borowski - int. Wanda Vaghine Tuesday-November 8 6:30 r.s. Alexandra Brzostek - int. Dorothy Wawrzyniak 7:00pm St. Joseph Polish Womens’ Club Mass for deceased members Wednesday-November 9 6:30 r.s. Agnes Walkowiak - int. husband 7:00 Za wypominki Thursday-November 10 6:30 r.s. Alfreda Cimoch - int. Holy Rosary Sodality Friday-November 11 6:30 r.s. Dr. Alfred Iacobucci - int. wife & family Saturday-November 12 7:00 r.s. Dolores Murawski - int. Holy Rosary Sodality 4 p.m. r.s. Albert S. Knych (anniv.) & Constance M. Knych - int. daughter Jean, husband Tom & family Sunday-November 13 7:00 s.p. Maria i Wladislaw Przybylo & Wladyslaw Skowron - int. daughter Maria 8:15 For the parishioners of St. Joseph Basilica 9:30 r.s. Henryk Morga - int. Connie Galli 11:00 s.p. Franciszek Szczepaniak - int. corka Anna z rodzina 1-25 Club Winner for 4rd week - #121 Sue Schade Captain Connie Czechowski 5th week - #197 Frank Czechowski Captain Pat Parslow SHARING OUR BLESSINGS - October 30, 2011 Weekly $3106 (including $138 in loose money); Diocesan Obligations $58; Fuel $60. Weekly Budget $7,500. Stewardship Note. Like the sensible bridesmaids in today’s parable, good stewards make sure that they, and whatever gifts are theirs to share, are ready to serve when the Master calls. Word of life. To trust in God’s timing for our passing into eternity requires courage, humility, and sometimes great spiritual strength. This final stage of life, when we focus our attention on the things that really count, can be a time of deep reflection, of forgiveness and reconciliation within the family, and of finding peace in one’s relationship with God. THIRTY-SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Stay awake, for you know neither the day nor the hour. –Matthew 25:13 EXPECTING THE UNEXPECTED If it ever crossed your mind that Jesus was somewhat lacking in a sense of humor, today’s Gospel should belie any such notion. Jesus’ story of the five wise and five foolish bridesmaids is downright hilarious. The circumstances of the story were surely familiar to Jesus; listeners, just as they are–if we think about it–to us. Weddings never, never start on time. There’s always a delay. Buttons pop off at the last minute. Flowers wilt. Cars full of wedding guests get caught in traffic. Soloists contract laryngitis. Brides or grooms or priests show up late! So the only reasonable way to approach a wedding is with a sense of humor, to realize that something probably will go awry, and, when that happens, to smile about it. Jesus tells this funny story to encourage us to be watchful, yes; to be ready, yes. But he doesn’t tell it to make us dour and somber. The heavy-hearted tremble, waver, lose sight of their place and purpose, and fall asleep. The lighthearted know that the unexpected will happen–is bound to happen–so they are awake in their place and ready in their purpose when it comes. The second collection this weekend is for the Diocesan Obligations. DIVINE MERCY DEVOTIONS This Sunday, the first Sunday of the month, at 3:00pm we will pray to the Divine Mercy for special graces needed in our lives and in the world. The chaplet which God gave to the world through Sister Faustina is a beautiful prayer that has a powerful efficacy to repair the hurt wrought by sin. To humanity immersed in sin, the Lord offers great encouragement. Devotion to His mercy will include confident expectation of His return. We ask all parishioners to join us for the singing of the Chaplet followed by benediction. ST. JOSEPH POLISH WOMENS’ CLUB Please join us on Sunday, Nov. 6th for “SPLASH OF PANACHE” fashion show at Indian Ranch from 11:00am - 4pm. Dinner will be served at 1:00pm, vendors will display their wares, 50/50 raffle and many more surprises. For more information please call club President Jane Wilk at (508)943-2236. Annual Mass for deceased members on Tues., Nov. 8th at 7:00pm followed by business meeting in the school cafeteria. ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL NEWS First marking period closed on Fri., Nov. 4th and parents will receive report cards on Wed., Nov. 9th. Parent/Teacher conferences are scheduled for Wed., Nov. 17th from 12:00pm – 4:00pm and 5:00pm – 8:00pm. We invite all students with their parents and families to join us at 9:30am for the Annual Sports Mass. SJS athletic teams will be recognized at this Mass. SJS Annual trip to Lasallette Shrine in Attleboro to visit the legendary Christmas lights will take place on Fri., Dec. 2nd. The bus will leave the school at 2:45pm and return at approximately 8:45pm. INTERESTING TO NOTE I was privileged to serve on the New England Association of Schools and Colleges Visiting Committee and recently visited the St. Teresa School in Pawtucket, RI. I found that St. Teresa School is quite similar to our St. Joseph School in terms of Page 3 November 6, 2011 - 6 listopada 2011r. parish affiliation, curriculum and student life. I was most THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER impressed with the generosity of the parishioners in supporting This is the month to remember, reflect and rekindle our memory their school through the offering of student scholarships in memory of our parents, spouses, family members and friends with whom we of family members, donations in kind for repairs and new shared our life. Because they are not physically with us does not equipment, sponsorship of classrooms to be refurbished and mean that they do not exist or that we are absolved of any support of school fundraisers. Only with this kind of attitude of the obligation. parishioners a Catholic School can thrive, develop and serve the Helping souls in Purgatory is a centuries-old custom which is parish and community. based on the revealed truth that those in Purgatory cannot help - Karen Lefebvre, Faculty Member St. Joseph School themselves to enter the eternal kingdom of God. The most effective way is to offer Eucharist sacrifice for a particular soul, ENERGY AND FUEL With the arrival of an early winter, we had to turn on the heat prayers and acts of charity on their behalf. Perhaps some of those for the comfort of our parishioners. This will accelerate our departed made a great impact on your life, formed your character, heating bill, but we have no choice. Next weekend is designated for provided your education or even afforded you with an abundance the Energy and Fuel Collection. I have great sympathy to those of financial blessings. How do we repay them for their sacrifices? who are struggling to meet their daily needs. Therefore, I kindly When we meet them again, face to face, will we be convinced that ask that those who enjoy God’s abundant blessings to be extra we did enough to carry on their commitment to the Church and generous for this cause. The gas and oil bills must be paid on time service to others. or the Company will cut off our supply. KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS 125th JUBILEE COMMITTEE NEWS Reminder: The Knights of Columbus will be soliciting donations The patron of the month of November is Sister Angela next weekend Nov. 12th & 13th to aid the needy with a turkey and all the fixings. They will continue to care for the children of St. Truszkowska, founder of the Felician Sisters who have served St. Joseph School, parishioners and our local community. May God Joseph School for about 119 years. On the weekend of November bless you and your families during the upcoming Holiday Season. 26th during the Liturgy the Felician Sisters will provide their personal reflections on their mission. HOME SCHOOL ASSOCIATION The HSA Executive Board will meet on Tues., Nov. 8th at Thanksgiving Dinner- On Saturday, Nov., 19th after 4:00pm Mass there will be a special Thanksgiving Dinner for all 6:30pm. parishioners. This is a great occasion for our parishioners to come HSA is sponsoring a Pierogi Sale-through Nov. 18–cheese and together during the Jubilee Year, for those who faithfully cabbage pierogi @$8.00 per dozen. Orders may be dropped off at participate in the life of the Basilica and those who temporarily the school office. drifted away. This dinner is free of charge, but we welcome CONSULTATIVE SCHOOL BOARD donations. Please see the insert in the bulletin and respond by Nov. The Consultative School Board will hold its next meeting on 14th to confirm your attendance. You may use the cut-off section Wed., Nov. 9th at the rectory. on the insert or call the rectory at (508)943-0467. NOVEMBER BIRTHDAYS Christmas Raffle Congratulations to: Eugenia Kos, Edward Ziemba and Alphonse Many people take chances on various games to win prizes. Kozub. May your day be blessed with happiness, good health and Based on this fact, St. Joseph Parish Council together with the many memories as you reach another milestone in your lives. Jubilee Committee would like to give our parishioners the Happy Birthday!! opportunity to have extra cash for Christmas and at the same time OFFICE OF HEALING & PREVENTION help the church. Raffle tickets were mailed to all parishioners last Take the Child Safety Quiz! Parents, guardians and adults who week. This is a timely occasion to win 1st prize of $1,250 plus 4 care for children face constant challenges when trying to help keep additional prizes of $125 each in gold coins. Drawing date is Dec. children safer in today’s fast-paced world. The National Center of 3rd. Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) offers easy-to-use Return your tickets by Nov. 26th to be eligible for the Early safety resources to help address these challenges. NCMEC’s Web Bird Special Drawing for a weekend trip to Cape Cod for 2. This site offers a range of practical information for parents and drawing will be held on Nov. 27th. guardians that will help keep children safe from harm. The site You Can’t Win if You Don’t Play! also features an interactive quiz on safety designed for both adults and children. To take the quiz, visit the NCMEC Web site and DONATIONS click on “Child Safety”: www.missingkids.com. For particular St. Joseph School. We acknowledge with gratitude the help you may call: Frances J. Nugent, Director of Office for following donations for the new reading series and handbooks; Healing and Prevention at (508)929-4363. Christine Czesnowski-$200; Anonymous gift by a family of SJS children- $200; Robert Ruda- $100. On behalf of our K-Grade 5 TURN YOUR CLOCKS BACK students–Thank You! Reminder: Before retiring on Saturday, Nov. 5th remember to turn I hope and pray that before Christmas those who have material your clocks back as Daylight Saving Time ends on Nov. 6th. resources will generously and willingly support the children in their RELIGIOUS EDUCATION quest for knowledge. Religious Education Classes Mon., Nov. 7th 5:30 - 6:30pm St. Joseph School Immediate Need Fund. In memory of #3 First Penance Student/Parent Session- Mon., Nov. 14th Dorothy Braczyk by Theresa Gwozdz. 5:30 - 7:00pm in the school. First penance celebration will be on Wed., Nov. 30th at 6:00pm in the church. Friends of St. Joseph School Fund. In memory of William Walkowiak by M/M Francis Walkowiak; in memory of Theodore Kawiaka by M/M Gerald Czechowski. Page 4 November 6, 2011- 6 listopada 2011r. Meeting on Upcoming Mass Changes - Wed., Nov. 9th at 7:00pm in the school for all ages. Deepen your understanding of the new changes and be ready for them on the First Sunday of Advent, Nov. 27th. See how the Holy Spirit has been guiding the Church. Everyone is welcome! CATHOLIC YOUTH GROUP The Jr. & Sr. Youth Groups will have a Wii Bowling Contest with the residents of Christopher Heights on Wed., Nov. 9th 6:00-7:15pm. New participants always welcome; no experience needed. Choir practice on Fri., Nov. 17th 7:00-8:00pm at the Youth Center. Upcoming Area Events Coming Soon-Mark Your Calendar–Felician Sisters Pre-Christmas Fair to be held on Sat., Nov. 12th at the Our Lady of Angels Convent in Enfield, Ct. From 9:00am to 3:00pm. Lunch will be served from 11:00am - 2:00pm; Bingo at 1:00pm; Please join the Felician Sisters for a day of Games of Chance and the opportunity to purchase Craft and Gift Items. This event is held to benefit the elderly and infirm Felician Sisters. Celebrate ”The Greatest Gift” This Christmas-Advent Mission for Youth and Young Adults to be held on Nov. 27th at Sacred Heart Parish, 600 Cambridge St., Worcester; Nov.28th, Holy Family Parish, 35 Hamilton St., Worcester; Nov. 29th, St. John Parish, 40 Temple St., Worcester. See posters at entrances to Basilica. March for life 2012- The annual March for Life in Washington, DC, marking the 39th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, will take place on Monday, Jan. 23, 2012. Plan now to join other pilgrims traveling with the Diocese of Worcester! Trip details and registration forms are now available at www.worcesterdiocese.org/respectlife. KRONIKA PARAFIALNA TRZYDZIESTA DRUGA NIEDZIELA ZWYKºA 6 listopada 2011 W centrum radosnego Ñwi“towania niedzieli jest zmartwychwsta»y Chrystus, obecny dla nas w Eucharystii. îród»em radoÑci jest nadzieja naszego zmartwychwstania, o której zapewnia nas Ñw. Pawe». Trzeba jednak czuwaƒ, aby nie przegapiƒ przyjÑcia Chrystusa. Boóa mdroу, która jest wspania»a i niewi“dnca, podpowiada, aby zawsze czuwaƒ, jak roztropne panny oczekujce na przybycie oblubie½ca. Uczestnictwo w Eucharystii nape»nia nas doÑwiadczeniem Boóej mdroÑci oraz uczy czuwania i gotowoÑci na spotkanie z przychodzcym Chrystusem. Druga kolekta dzisiejszej niedzieli przeznaczona jest na Zobowizania Diecezjalne KORONKA DO MIºOSIERDZIA BOòEGO Tradycyjnie jak w kaód w pierwsz niedziel“ miesica zapraszamy na Koronk“ do Mi»osierdzia Boóego, która b“dziemy wspólnie odmawiali dziÑ po po»udniu o godz. 15:00. Jak napisa»a siostra Faustyna w swoim Dzienniczku: … Jest to godzina wielkiego mi»osierdzia dla ca»ego Ñwiata… ÐWI’TO DZI’KCZYNIENIA. W czwartek 19 listopada odb“dzie si“ specjalny Obiad z okazji Ðwi“ta Dzi“kczynienia, na który zapraszamy wszystkich parafian. Prosimy o potwierdzenie swojej obecnoÑci do 14 listopada. Moóna to zrobiƒ dzwonic na plebani“ bdï poprzez specjalny kupon, który znajduje si“ we wk»adce do biuletynu. ST. JOSEPH POLISH WOMEN’S CLUB zaprasza na pokaz „SPLASH AND PANACHE”, który odb“dzie si“ w niedziel“ 6 listopada. Rozpocz“cie o godz. 11:00, obiad przewidziany na godz. 13:00. W programie równieó loteria 50/50 i wiele innych niespodzianek. Coroczna Msza Ñw. w intencji zmar»ych cz»onków ST. JOSEPH POLISH WOMEN’S CLUB zostanie odprawiona we wtorek 8 listopada o godz. 19:00. Po Mszy spotkanie w kafeterii. WIADOMOÐCI SZKOLNE Zako½czy» si“ pierwszy kwarta» w tym roku szkolnym. Rodzice otrzymaj karty ocen swoich dzieci w Ñrod“ 9 listopada. JednoczeÑnie informujemy, ze spotkanie rodziców i nauczycieli jest zaplanowane na dzie½ 17 listopada w godz. 12:00-16:00 i 17:00-20:00. Page 5 November 6, 2011 - 6 listopada 2011r. Dzisiejszej niedzieli Msza o godz. 9:30 poÑwi“cona jest sportowcom z naszej szko»y. Zapraszamy do wspólnej modlitwy zarówno uczniów jak i rodziców. Pielgrzymka do Sanktuarium w Attleboro odb“dzie si“ 2 grudnia. Wyjazd ze szko»y o 14:45, przewidywany powrót o godz. 20:45. INTERESUJACE SPOSTRZEZENIE Majac przywilej udzialu w New England Assosiation of Schools and Colleges Visiting Committee odwiedzalam ostatnio Szkole sw. Teresy w Pawtucked RI. Spostrzeglam, ze szkola ta jest pod wieloma wzgledami bardzo podobna do naszej. Wielkie wrazenie zrobilo na mnie zaangazowanie parafian w podtrzymywanie dzialania szkoly np poprzez fundowanie stypendiow, finansowanie napraw i nowego sprzetu lub wspieranie renowacji klas. Tylko poprzez taka postawe parafian Szkola Katolicka moze dobrze funkcjionowac, rozwijac sie i sluzyc parafi i wspolnocie wierzacych. Karen Lefebvr, nauczycielka St. Joseph School ENERGIA I PALIWO Zima przyszla w tym roku bardzo szybko i koniecznym staje sie czestsze niz zwykle o tej porze waczanie ogrzewania w kosciele. Niestety taka sytuacja sprawia zwiekszenie rachunku do zaplacenia za ogrzewanie. Dlatego tez w przyszla niedziele druga kolekta bedzie przeznaczona na pokrycie tych kosztow. Majac na uwadze trudnosci ekonomiczen wielu rodzin zwracam sie ze szczegolna prosba do tych, ktorzy moga bardziej podzielic sie tym, co posiadaja, aby wzieli sobie do serca te szczegolna potrzebe. Rachunki musza byc zapalcone na czas, albo zostaniemy pozbawieni dostaw paliwa. ZABAWA ANDRZEJKOWA Polska Szko»a Sobotnia organizuje Zabaw“ Andrzejkow , która odb“dzie si“ 26 listopada w Klubie PACC w Webster. Rozpocz“cie zabawy o godz. 18:30. Dochód z imprezy b“dzie przeznaczony na potrzeby Polskiej Szko»y Sobotniej. Ch“tnych prosimy o kontakt z: Marzena Kolinski: 508-949-0939; Bernadetta Rogalska: 774-280-6139; Kasia Pianka: 508-425-6456; Ewa Mamro: 508-943-8545; E-mail: [email protected] W niedziel“ 13 listopada b“dzie moóna nabyƒ w naszym koÑciele specjalne kartki Ñwiteczne. Dochód z ich sprzedaóy b“dzie przeznaczony na potrzeby Polskiej Szko»y Sobotniej. Bóg zap»aƒ wszystkim ofiarodawcom za wsparcie. WIADOMOSCI JUBILEUSZOWE Patron miesiaca listopada: Siostra Angela Truszkowska,. zalozycielka Zgromadzenia Siostr Felicjanek. W niedziele 26 listopada Siostry Felicjanki beda dzielily sie z nami swoim doswiadczeniem wiary. BY‚ ODPOWIEDZIALNYM Kaódy cz»owiek jest chciany i kochany przez Boga. Dajc óycie, Bóg wyposaóy» nas w konkretne cechy i zdolnoÑci. Innymi s»owy mówic, kaódy cz»owiek, wkraczajc na ten Ñwiat, otrzyma» od Boga unikatowy zestaw darów, po to by óyƒ i byƒ dla siebie i innych. Z owym pakietem darów wióe si“ jednak kilka interesujcych spraw. Po pierwsze, aby móc je w pe»ni wykorzystaƒ musimy sobie uÑwiadomiƒ jakie szczególne dary otrzymaliÑmy od Boga. Moóe jest to nieprzeci“tna inteligencja, moóe uroda, moóe niezwyk»y talent, a moóe wcale nie jest to coÑ super niezwyk»ego, co jednak wyróónia spoÑród innych. Zastanawiajc si“ nad swoj wyjtkowoÑci, warto postawiƒ sobie pytanie: co Bóg chce, abym dla Niego uczyni»? Ðwiadomoу Boóych darów jest niesamowicie waóna, gdyó jesteÑmy za nie przed Bogiem odpowiedzialni. Raz nam powierzone powinny powróciƒ do Boga w przemienionej formie w postaci owoców jakie przynosz. A zatem otrzymanego daru nie moóemy skryƒ tylko dla siebie. Powinien on byƒ widoczny w naszej codziennoÑci i „uóytecznoÑci” dla dobra innych. Odwieczna prawda mówi, óe otrzymujemy tylko tyle ile sami dajemy. Dar otrzymany powinniÑmy przed wszystkim zaangaóowaƒ w dzia»anie, które b“dzie niejako przed»uóeniem Boóego dzia»ania poprzez nasze r“ce. A zatem nie moóemy teó zaangaóowaƒ si“ tylko „na troch“”, tylko „chwilowo” w wykorzystanie w»asnego potencja»u. Bóg mówi: „…bdï albo ciep»y, albo zimny…” B“dc wyjtkowymi w oczach Boga i niesamowicie zróónicowani wzgl“dem siebie dzi“ki Jego darom moóemy pomagaƒ Bogu przemieniaƒ i uÑwi“caƒ Ñwiat. Bdïmy widoczni, bdïmy aktywni. Pomagajmy Bogu w dziele zbawienia.