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.
LITURGICAL CELEBRATIONS
Sunday Vigil:
4:00 p.m.
Sunday
7:00 a.m.(Polish); 8:15 a.m.; 9:30 a.m.
11:00 a.m. (Polish)
Holy Day Vigil:
5:00 p.m.
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.
Holy Day
7:00 a.m.; 8:15 a.m.(Polish);
9:30 a.m., 7:00 p.m. (Bilingual)
MINISTRY TO THE SICK For those of advanced age, ill or hospitalized, call the rectory to
arrange visitation.
Weekdays
6:30 a.m. (m-f); 7:00 a.m. (w, f, sat)
PARISH MEMBERSHIP If you would like to
become part of St. Joseph Parish Family,
please call the rectory.
CONFESSIONS - SPOWIEDŹ
Saturday:
Eve of Holy Days:
Thurs. before First Friday
First Friday:
3 p.m.
3 p.m.
3 p.m.
6:30p.m.
SAKRAMENT CHRZTU W wyznaczone
niedziele. Proszę zadzwonić na plebanię, aby
ustalić datę. Rodzice zobowiązani są do krótkiej
katechezy.
PARISH OFFICE HOURS:
Mon. - Fri.: 9 a.m. - 12 noon & 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
SAKRAMENT MAŁŻEŃSTWA Narzeczeni
powinni zawiadomić kancelarię parafialną rok
przed datą ślubu.
Thursday - Office Is Closed!
Please call ahead for an appointment with a priest.
PARISH PERSONNEL
Rector:.............. Rev. Msgr. Anthony Czarnecki
Associate Pastor.... Rev. Grzegorz Chodkowski
Financial Secretary.........................Ewa Mamro
Organist:..................................... Robert Wójcik
Sacristans................. Al Richard & Joseph Ziak
SAINT JOSEPH PARISH
53 Whitcomb Street,
Webster, MA 01570
Phone: 508-943-0467
Fax: 508-943-0808
e-mail: [email protected]
www.saintjosephbasilica.com
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
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION/RCIA
Phone: 508-943-0467 ext.: 3
Phone: 508-943-0378
e-mail: [email protected]
Director……………..Mrs. Mary Jolda
Fax: 508-949-0581
www.saintjosephschool.net
Principal ............Mr. Donald F. Cushing
Secretary ............Mrs. Jennifer Mahlert
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May 13, 2012
Masses for the week—Msze Św. w Tygodniu
Sunday Vigil - May 12
4:00 - r.s. Mary Bartkiewicz (7th anniv.)
- int. Nellie Kondek and family
Sunday - May 13
7:00 Za dusze zmarlych matek z parafii Sw. Jozefa
For all the deceased mothers of St. Joseph Basilica
8:15 For all the mothers who experience loneliness,
personal difficulties or suffer from illness
9:30 For all mothers of St. Joseph School children
11:00 Za wszytkie zyjace matki w parafii Sw. Jozefa
For all the living mothers of St. Joseph Basilica
Monday—May 14
6:30 r.s. Msgr. Louis Piermarini - int. Louis Lariviere
2:00 Oakwood Nursing Home - Za wypominki
Tuesday - May 15
6:30 r.s. Julia Wawrzyniak - int. daughter
7:00 r.s. Stella Bishop - int. Eugenia Kos
Wednesday - May 16
6:30 r.s. Bessie Tremblay - int. Holy Rosary Sodality
7:00 O blogoslawienstwo zdrowie i laski dla rodziny
Surowikow, Kapelewskich, Milewskich i Sadowskich
Ascension Vigil:
5:00pm r.s. Henry Dowgiewicz (1st anniv.) & deceased
members of the Dowgiewicz family
- int. Gladys Dowgiewicz
Thursday - May 17– Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord
7:00 r.s. Agnes Walkowiak (5th anniv.)
- int. husband, Robert
8:15 r.s. William Urbanowski (11th anniv.)
- int. wife & family
9:30 r.s. Terry Miller-int. St. Joseph School Childrens Choir
7:00 r.s. Bessie Tremblay - int. Teresa Plewa
Friday - May 18
6:30 r.s. Stanley Dudek (2nd anniv.) int -Christine, Dennis,
Alan & Georgette, Jessie & Jamie
7:00 s.p. Jozef, Wiktoria i Mieczyslaw Krzewski
Saturday –May 19
7:00 r.s. Theresa J. Miller - int. Adorers at the Blessed
Sacrament Chapel
Sunday Vigil
4:00 r.s. Anthony (anniv.) Victoria & Jerome Groh
- int. family
Sunday - May 20
7:00 For the Parishioners of St. Joseph Basilica
8:15 Holy Rosary Annual Mass & Communion Breakfast
9:30 r.s. Winifred Kiwak - int. son, Louis & daughter-inlaw Nancy M.
Baptism—William Antos
11:00 s.p. Jakub, Andrzej and John Plewa and Family
- int. Anna & Ed Kudron
MARRIAGE BANNS
III Nicole Kolodziejczak & Eldred Laurence
I-25 Club Winner for 8th week—#66
Linda Millet - Capt. Ellie Noga
--13 maja 2012r.
SHARING OUR BLESSINGS—May 6, 2012
Weekly $5508.50 (including $691.50 in loose money)
Diocesan Obligations $191; Fuel $1388.25 (including
$133.25in loose money); 125th Jubilee Collection $485;
SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
May 13, 2012
It was not you who chose me, but I who chose you
and appointed you to go and bear fruit. - John 15:16
Stewardship Note: Jesus’ commandment is that His disciples love one another, even to the point of laying down their
lives, if necessary. What gifts of myself—my skills and talents, my time and resources—will best demonstrate my love
for God’s people?
THE PRESENCE OF THE HOLY SPIRIT
We have a unique episode in the Acts of the Apostles today.
A whole roomful of people are baptized with water! The verb
used -“the Holy Spirit ’fell’ on them” -is characteristic of the
way the Spirit works throughout the book of Acts: powerful
and surprising. Though this “baptism” is not the normative
way the New Testament describes baptism, it is still a good
reminder today that the Holy Spirit is not controlled by whether
or not we pour water, but rather that our sacramental signs reveal the presence of the Spirit at work among us. And we have
a double reinforcement of how this work is accomplished from
a Letter and a Gospel bearing John’s name. It is love, selfsacrificing and self-giving love, that manifests the Spirit of
Jesus in our midst. It is love that is the greatest of commandments. The Spirit is manifested equally through those who live
in that love.
BLESSED MOTHER ALTAR
The flowers in front of the Blessed Mother altar are to honor
Our Lady of Fatima and given in memory of Lucy A. Malboeuf
by her son, Roland.
MOTHER’S DAY
Today our country pays special tribute to all mothers. Here
at St. Joseph Basilica all the Masses this day are offered for the
mothers, living and deceased and for the intentions you submitted in your remembrance envelopes. The most precious gift
you can offer your mother is the gift of prayer and reflect in
your life her values which she taught you from childhood. Let
us remember our mothers for the love they gave us and the sacrifices they made for us.
FIRST EUCHARIST ANNIVERSARY MASS
At the 9:30am Mass, we will be celebrating the first anniversary of the 3rd grade children of our parish in receiving Jesus
for the first time. It is truly a beautiful opportunity for all of us
to reflect and remember our First Eucharist and how much Jesus has meant in our lives. The children will process in and
also read the Mass readings and intercessions. After Mass there
will be a small celebration for the families in the cafeteria.
Please pray for our young people that they will receive the
bread of life every Sunday during Divine Worship and obtain
the privilege and honor to receive the Eucharistic Bread at the
end of their life.
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CANDLELIGHT PROCESSION
Today on the 13th of May, we begin our traditional candlelight procession honoring Our Lady of Fatima. This devotional
tribute will continue each 13th day of the month through October. We ask all the children of Mary, who have the privilege to
carry the statue of our Lady in the outdoor procession, to participate wearing their official attire. We also invite parishioners, organizations, school children and friends to join us to pay
devotional tribute to Our Lady of Fatima.
MAY DEVOTIONS
Schedule for the week of 5/13—5/19-Sun. after 11:00am
Mass; Mon.– Fri. at 7:00pm; Sat. after 4:00pm Mass. We ask
parishioners to join us for the recitation of the Litany. Members of Holy Rosary Sodality (Mon. & Wed.), St. Anne Sodality (Tues.), Sacred Heart Society (Thurs.) and St. Joseph Polish
Women’s Club (Thurs.) are asked to attend on their designated
days.
FORTY HOURS
Next Sunday May 20th the traditional Forty Hours devotion
in honor of the Eucharistic Lord will begin at the 11:00am Mass
with the exposition of the Blessed Sacrament followed by private adoration. At 4:00pm the services will begin with the
singing of the Stearns Vespers and benediction. Monday, May
21 is a day of private reflection. We will conclude these Eucharistic days on Tuesday, May 22 with an outdoor procession with
the Blessed Sacrament. The children from the First Communion class are requested to attend and join members of our parish
organizations for this beautiful service. You are encouraged to
come during the day for private adoration and reflection.
2012-2013 NEW STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP
APPLICATION
St. Joseph School is pleased to offer $500 scholarships for
students entering grades K-8 who seek educational excellence.
The number of scholarships are limited and will be awarded
within four weeks of receiving your completed application
which are available at St. Joseph School.
DONATIONS
Friends of St. Joseph School Fund - In memory of Francis
Lorkiewicz, by Barbara Lorkiewicz & family; in memory of
Edward Dowgiewicz, by Irene Crabtree; in memory of Herbert
Raymond, by Scanlon Funeral Services.
CASH CALENDAR WINNERS
May 6 $100, Betty Sabaj, Webster; May 7 $50, Luke Bennett, Thompson; May 8 $75 Bill Ceppetelli, Webster; May 9
$50, Stance Kalwarczyk, Webster; May 10 $50, Dick Wagner,
Webster; May 11 $50, Jennifer Piechocki, Webster; May 12
$50, Melissa McCarthy, Worcester.
JUBILEE COMMITTEE MEETING
The Jubilee Committee will next meet on Monday, May 14th
at 6:45pm in the rectory. We ask all members to attend as we
have a busy schedule ahead of us and many plans to be discussed.
PARTNERS IN CHARITY
We presently have collected $19,991 in gifts/pledges. We
still need $5,009 to reach our goal. Everyone’s help is needed
and if you have not yet done so, please send in your gift/pledge
as soon as possible. Your gift makes a difference. Pledge envelopes are available in the pews of the Church.
-Betty Sabaj & Carolyn Swierzbin, Co-chairmen
WEEK IN REVIEW
2012 First Communion Class-The First Communion celebration at St. Joseph Basilica was attended by a large number of people
and filled the Church to its capacity. Music was provided by the Children’s Choir and Basilica Choir, accompanied
by numerous musical instruments under the direction of Robert Wojcik, our musical director. It was indeed inspiring —the best
ever— and beautifully complimented this special event of the children who for the first time approached the Eucharistic Table. The
children were well prepared by Mrs. Nancy Bush , Grade 2 teacher, Mrs. Mary Jolda, our Religious Education Director, their assistants, Betty Sabaj, Jackie Skrocki, Jenna Libera, Andrew Shore and the little angels from Pre-K classes. The uplifting liturgy reflected the true spiritual meaning of Jesus, the Son of God, who was received for the first time by the St. Joseph Basilica children.
This splendid celebration was the result of many people who gave their time and talent for the benefit of others. I hope that the
beauty of this celebration will be a highlight which will linger in their memory for years to come and be a source of inspiration and
courage.
Visit of Sister Marie Simon-Pierre Normand from France- who received the gift of healing through the intercession of Blessed
John Paul II and Mother General Sister Marie Thomas was one of the highlights of last week at St. Joseph School. The students
from the French language classes greeted the Sisters in their native tongue and also sang a French song under the direction of Father
Gregory. It showed how important knowledge of language is in our contemporary society. To listen to the presentation in the
French language was a source of encouragement from Sister Marie Simon-Pierre who was fortunate to be cured through the prayers
of John Paul II.
Grandparents and Special Persons-were invited to our school on Thurs., May 3 for coffee and pastry followed by Mass in our
Basilica. After Mass our guests were given a tour of the school by Principal, Mr. Donald Cushing and attended Declamation presentations by students in grades 6-8. Grade 5 teacher, Denise Gionet, hosted an interactive Promethean Board demonstration. The
grandparents, aunts and uncles were very pleased by the visual presentation conducted by Mr. Richard Skrocki, Dean of Studies of
the video Faith, Academics, Service in Action at St. Joseph School which form the hearts and minds of the children of St. Joseph
School. The children were happy to enjoy lunch with people who have influenced their young lives.
St. Joseph School Annual Auction-The St. Joseph School Home & School Assoc. held its annual spring fundraiser at Indian
Ranch on Apr. 28th. The Mardi Gras themed event included Chinese, Silent and Live auction items including professional sports
tickets and memorabilia, vacation trips and specially designed platters created by students of our school. The students wish to thank
all those who attended the auction and for supporting St. Joseph School.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Blessed John Paul II Birthday Celebration - on Sunday,
May 20th after 11:00am Mass we will observe the birthday
of John Paul II. Members of the JPII New England Chapter
will be present for this Mass. This beautiful event coincides
with the Eucharistic days in our parish known as Forty
Hours Devotion. Pope John Paul II was a Priest, Bishop &
Pope of the Eucharist.
Exhibit of John Paul II will be on full display at St. Joseph School on Saturday, May 19th from 3:00 - 5:30pm and
on Sun., May 20th from 9:00am -1:00pm. This exhibit consists of over 150 photographs of Blessed Pope John Paul II
and his memorable words as expressed in his homilies and
speeches during his visits throughout the world. Admission
is free and open to the public. All are welcome to this exciting and moving exhibit which is currently continuously traveling around the US.
Jubilee Committee - on the invitation of the Jubilee Committee we will celebrate our heritage on Saturday, May 19th
at 5:00pm in the school cafeteria with a complete dinner
featuring BBQ pork and turkey and our popular dessert station. Tickets are $10 per person and are available at the rectory or by calling Cindi Gardner (508)461-9054 or Sylvia
Kitka (508)943-0201. Last day to order tickets is Tuesday,
May 15th.
The Holy Rosary Sodality - will hold its annual Mass and
Communion Breakfast on May 20th at the 8:15am Mass.
All members are encouraged to attend wearing their medals.
There will be a continental breakfast in the cafeteria following Mass. All parishioners (members and non-members) are
invited to the breakfast.
CATHOLIC YOUTH GROUP
Wii Bowling - The Youth Group will have another Wii
Bowling contest with the residents of Christopher Heights on
Tues., May 15th from 6-7:00pm. If you are interested in participating, please contact Mrs. Valcour.
Youth Mass - will be at Sacred Heart Church on Sun.,
May 20th at 11:00am. Pizza will be served following the
Mass at the Youth Center. If you are interested in reading at
Mass, please call Mrs. Valcour.
Clean cans schedule: May 14-16 & 22 from 3-5:00pm at
Mrs. Valcours house.
Ice Cream Party - Youths in grades 3-5 are invited to an
ice cream social and board game event at the Youth Center
on Wed., May 30 from 3:30-5:15pm. Come enjoy ice cream,
play some games, check out the Youth Center and make new
friends. We need parents or Sr. Youth Group members to
help supervise. Please let Mrs. Valcour know if your child
will be attending or if you can help at (508)943-9544.
Attention 2nd & 5th graders - Current 2nd graders can
start attending events in the 3rd-5th grade age group as of
June 1st. Current 5th graders can start attending Jr. High
Youth Group events as of June 1st.
8th Grade Move Up–Current 8th graders can begin attending Sr. High Youth Group events as of June 1st. If you
haven’t attended any events, consider this an invitation to
give it a try.
OFFICE OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Religious Education Classes - end on May 20th with a
pizza party.
Religious Education Registration for Fall Classes is currently going on. This includes new First Graders
starting Public School in the Fall, new parishioners, present classes and SJS 8th grade students who will be attending public high school. Registration forms are available in the back of the Church. Please return promptly
and call Religious Ed Office if you have any question.
Cathechists are Needed for Fall - Are you willing?
Will you answer the call? We NEED YOU. If you are
interested, please call the Religious Ed Office and leave
your name and phone number. Please consider this special work of our Church. Training will be provided.
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KRONIKA PARAFIALNA
SZÓSTA NIEDZIELA ZWYKŁA
13 maja 2012
Słowo pasterskie: Jezusowe przykazanie mówi, abyśmy się wzajemnie miłowali, nawet jeśli trzeba by poświęcić w konieczności własne życie. Jaki zatem nasz
osobisty dar najlepiej okaże naszą miłość w służbie Ludu
Bożego?
"Nie wyście Mnie wybrali, ale Ja was wybrałem
i przeznaczyłem was na to, abyście szli i owoc przynosili." (J 15,
Po raz kolejny usłyszymy dziś najważniejsze wezwanie
Ewangelii, abyśmy się wzajemnie miłowali. To po tym
wszyscy poznają, że jesteśmy uczniami Chrystusa. W
tym świetle staje się zrozumiałe, dlaczego Chrystus nigdy
nie posyłał uczniów pojedynczo, dlaczego tak ważna w
głoszeniu słowa Bożego jest wspólnota. Nie możemy
również oczekiwać owoców głoszenia Ewangelii, jeśli
nie ma w nas miłości wobec tych, do których idziemy.
Bóg jest miłością, przez miłość Go poznajemy i przez
miłość przekazujemy Go innym.
DZIEŃ MATKI
Dziś w całym kraju oddajemy cześć naszym matkom.
Wszystkie Msze św. sprawowane w dniu dzisiejszym ofiarujemy w intencji naszych matek żywych i tych, które odeszły
już do wieczności. Oprócz kwiatów, upominków i serdecznych życzeń ofiarujmy im również naszą modlitwę. Będzie
to wspaniały sposób na okazanie wdzięczności za wszelkie
dobro i poświęcenie jakie im zawdzięczamy.
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ROCZNICA I KOMUNII ŚW.
Na Mszy św. o godz. 9:30 wraz z dziećmi klas
trzecich będziemy celebrowali pierwszą rocznicę
przyjęcia przez nich Jezusa w Najświętszym Sakramencie. Będzie to również sposobność dla każdego z
nas do przypomnienia sobie naszej własnej Pierwszej
Komunii św. oraz związanych z nią przeżyć, obietnic, postanowień i nadziei. Pozwoli nam to na odnowienie i umocnienie świadomości wartości Eucharystii w naszej niełatwej codzienności.
NABOŻEŃSTWO FATIMSKIE
Od dziś rozpoczynamy tegoroczną serię Nabożeństw Fatimskich. Jak co roku będziemy spotykali
się każdego trzynastego dnia miesiąca, aż do października, aby oddać cześć Matce Bożej Fatimskiej.
Ważnym elementem naszych Nabożeństw jest odmawiany w procesji na zewnątrz kościoła różaniec. Do
wspólnej modlitwy zapraszamy wszystkich parafian,
zwłaszcza najmłodszych, a szczególnie Dzieci Maryi, które mają przywilej noszenia figury Matki Bożej podczas procesji.
PARTNERS I CHARITY
Z ogromną radością Dziękujemy wszystkim, którzy przyłączyli się do diecezjalnej akcji charytatywnej Partnets in Charity. Dzięki Waszemu poświęceniu w naszej parafii zebraliśmy już 19991 dolarów,
które posłużą biednym i potrzebującym, korzystającym z różnorodnych programów organizowanych
naszą diecezję. Niech Wam Bóg wynagrodzi Waszą
dobroć i oddanie w służbie bliźniego!
CZTERDZIESTOGODZINNE
NABOŻEŃSTWO
W niedzielę 20 maja, po Mszy św. o godz. 11:00
rozpoczynamy Czterdziestogodzinne Nabożeństwo,
które jest tradycyjnym sposobem oddanie czci Chrystusowi w Najświętszym Sakramencie. Adoracja potrwa do godziny 16:00 i zostanie zakończona uroczystymi Nieszporami. W poniedziałek Najświętszy Sakrament będzie wystawiony do prywatnej adoracji
od rana aż do godz. 19:00. Zakończenie Czterdziestogodzinnego nabożeństwa odbędzie się we wtorek
uroczysta Procesją Eucharystyczną. Do udziału w
nabożeństwach zapraszamy szczególnie dzieci, które
przyjęły w tym roku Pierwszą Komunię Świętą.
NABOŻEŃSTWO MAJOWE
W miesiącu maju oddajemy cześć Matce Bożej
odmawiając
codziennie
Litanię
Loretańską.
Wszystkich parafian zapraszamy do włączenia się w
tę wielowiekową tradycję. W naszej parafii
Nabożeństwa są odprawiane codziennie o godz.
19:00 za wyjątkiem niedziel (nabożeństwo po Mszy
o godz. 11:00) oraz sobót (nabożeństwo po Mszy o
godz. 16:00). Do wspólnej modlitwy zachęcamy
szczególnie
dzieci,
które
zawsze
miały
uprzywilejowane miejsce podczas nabożeństw
maryjnych. Każde dziecko, które uczestniczy w
Nabożeństwie Majowym otrzymuje obrazek, który
można wkleić do specjalnej książeczki. Dla
najbardziej gorliwych uczestników Nabożeństw
Majowych, na zakończenie miesiąca, zostaną
rozdane upominki.
NADCHODZĄCE WYDARZENIA
Wystawa o Janie Pawle II zostanie
zaprezentowana w sobotę 19 maja w godz. od 15:00
do 17:30 oraz w niedzielę 20 maja w godz. od 9:00
do 13:00. Ekspozycja składająca się z ponad 150
zdjęć i różnorodnych dokumentów dotyczących
życia i nauczania Papieża będzie dostępna dla
zwiedzających bezpłatnie. Zapraszamy!
Urodziny Bł. Jana Pawła II W niedzielę 20 maja
zapraszamy wszystkich parafian na celebrację z
okazji urodzin Bł. Jana Pawła II. Obchody
rozpoczynamy Msza św. na której będą obecni
członkowie JPII New England Chapter. W
połączeniu
z
rozpoczęciem
Nabożeństwa
Czterdziestogodzinnego uhonorujemy wielkiego
Papieża i Kapłana, który miał ogromna cześć dla
Najświętszego Sakramentu.
STYPENDIA DLA NOWYCH UCZNIÓW
Szkoła św. Józefa oferuje nowym uczniom
stypendium w wysokości 500 dolarów. Oferta
dotyczy nowych uczniów ze wszystkich klas. Ilość
przyznawanych stypendiów jest ograniczona.
Stypendia będą przyznawane w przeciągu czterech
tygodni od złożenia wypełnionej aplikacji.
Formularze aplikacji są dostępne w sekretariacie
szkoły.