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Mission Statement
Saint Joseph Parish is committed to proclaim the gospel message of Jesus
Christ as a Catholic community offaith, 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.saintjosephbasffica.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.; 7:00 a.m.
CONFESSIONS SF0 WIEDZ
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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
Adm. Secretary............... Terry Miller
Financial Secretary......... Ewa Maniro
508-949-2985
Dir. of Rel. Ed . .............. Mary Jolda
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.
SAKRAMENT CHRZTU: W wyznaczone niedziele. Proszç
zadzwonió na plebaniç, aby ustalió datç. Rodzice zobowi4zani s
do krótkiej katechezy.
SAKRAMENT MAliENSTWA: Narzeczeni powinni
zawiadomié kancelariç parafialn4 rok przed data. glubu.
SAKRAMENT CHORYCH: Po sakramentalnft poshigç
ksiedza proszç dzwonié na plebaniç.
ZAPISY DO PARAFH: Parafia 9w. Józefa serdecznie zaprasza
nowych czlonków. Zapisy przyjmujemy w kancelarii parafialnej.
SAINT JOSEPH SCHOOL
47 Whitcomb Street, Webster, MA 01570
Phone: 508-943-0378 Fax: 508-949-0581
www.saintjosephschoot.net
Principal ...................... MT. Donald F. Cushing
Secretary......................Miss Heather Duclos
August 30, 2009 - 30 sierpien 2009 r.
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Masses for the week Msze Sw. Podczas Tygodnia
Sunday Vigil-August 29
r.s. Leon Kujawski (8th anniv.) and James Place (7t
4:00
anniv.) -mt. family
Sunday-August 30
Za parafian
7:00
8:15
r.s. Joseph Podbielski (10th anniv.) -mt. wife and family
r.s. Joseph Kwasniewski
9:30
-mt. Susan Schade and Joseph Mikolajczak
11:00
s.p. Franciszka Piwowarczyk -mt. syn Franciszek
1p.m. Baptism - Logan Santiago
Monday-August 31
r.s. Henry Sabaj (14th anniv.)
6:30
-mt. Dorothy Sabaj and daughters
Tuesday-September 1
r.s. Tessie Jakubowski -mt. Bob and Janice McNamara
6:30
Wednesday-September 2
r.s. Stanley Kaliszewski -mt. Doris A. Bemis
6:30
r.s. Wladyslaw Kurpiel -mt. Rzeszutko family
7:00
Thursday-September 3
r.s. Special blessings for Richard Dudley -mt. mother
6:30
Friday-September 41? First Friday 1?
r.s. Elizabeth Klejna (anniv.) and deceased members of
6:30
the Klejna family -mt. Dorothy Sabaj and family
For the deceased members of the Sacred Heart Society
7:00
Liturgy for Opening of School
8:30
r.s. Julie Knurowski Bainton -mt. Vito and Irene Lauro
7 p.m. 0 potrzebne laski dla ksiezy przekazywaniu ewangelji int. pielgrzymka z New Britain
Saturday-September 5
r.s. Felix Miller i. Adorers of Blessed Sacrament
7:00
Chapel
Sunday Vigil
r.s. Albert (anniv.) and Agnes (anniv.) Knych
4:00
-mt. daughter Joan A. Comeau
Sunday-September 6
7:00
Za parafian
r.s. Walter Maleski beloved father of Robert Maleski
8:15
-i. Marion and JoLouise Winters
r.s. Sally Wajer (4th anniv.) -mt. family
9:30
s.p. Vera Kudron -mt. brat Edward i Anna Kudron
11:00
1 p.m. Baptism Dominik Parafinowicz
1-25 Club Winner for the 22w' week - #216 Jane Gogolinski
Please Note: The 1-25 Club Banquet will be held in the school
cafeteria on Saturday, September 19, 2009 following the 4 p.m.
Mass. Reminder: To be eligible for the final drawings, all
payments must be made prior to the Banquet.
SACRIFICIAL OFFERINGS - August 23, 2009
Weekly $3956 (including $305 in loose money); Diocesan
Obligations $145; Utilities $311; Missionary Co-op Plan $475.
Stewardship Note. "Be doers of the word and not hearers
only..." (James 1:22). What do you do to live God's word? Do you
share time and talent with your parish or those in need?
TWENTY-SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY
TIME
August 30, 2009
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" humbly welcome the word that
has been planted in you and is able
to save your souls. —James 1:21b
Welcome the Word
The Highest Law. From time to
time, newspapers and magazines publish various laws that
are still on the books but seem silly to us in our day and
age. In one California city, it is illegal to have two indoor
bathtubs in one house. Clean water, a precious commodity
when the law was written is now readily available, so the
law seems silly. But the human value of protecting and
preserving precious resources is still around, evident in
many conservation laws that seem sensible to us. So it is
with the laws of religious tradition. What Jesus scorns today
is others' attitude toward ritual laws, an attitude that
becomes nearly idolatrous when laws are observed for their
own sake. What Jesus teaches today is thatobservation ofj
external ritual laws is of value only when they are emblems
of our internal disposition toward the will of God. Our
whole lives must follow the one ultimate law of God: to
love God completely and to love neighbor entirely. Roman
Catholicism is a tradition rich with customs, traditions, and
even laws. As we continue to listen to the voice of Christ,
we must always look into our own hearts and underneath :
our ritual practices to make sure that love of God and love
of neighbor are what we prize above all.
The second collection this weekend is taken for all
remaining envelopes in your budget packet for August.
Next weekend, the first Sunday of the month, the second collection will be taken
for Diocesan Obligations
SCHOOL DAYS ARE HERE!
This Wednesday, September 2, we
welcome students from Grades 1-8 to St.
Joseph School to begin the 2009/2010
academic year. We believe most students
are eager to return to school to meet their
teachers and classmates. Kindergarten
students will cross the threshold of their
class on Thursday, September 3 rd , and the
little ones registered in Pre-K will start on Thursday, September
10th Principal Donald Cushing and the faculty are prepared with
boxes of Kleenex for the newcomers (and their parents!).
On Wednesday, September 2, the students and parents will be
treated to munchkins, Danish, coffee and soft thinks at 8 a.m. in the
school cafeteria, compliments of Cafeteria Manager, Patty
Zagrocki. In addition, a special luncheon will be served to the
students, again, compliments of Patty Zagrocki.
Price Chopper Advantage Card. Please note the correct web to
register your card for St. Joseph School is www.pricechopper.com .
Printed incorrectly in last week's bulletin.
CATHOLIC SCHOOL COMMUNITY OPENING DAY
On Tuesday, September Pt, all the teachers, principals and
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pastors of Catholic schools are invited to the Cathedral for a
10 a.m. liturgical celebration. Following the Mass there will
be educational sessions at the DCU Center. As we begin a
new academic year for all Catholic schools across this
country, let us pray for the teachers and the students. The
parents expect from Catholic schools the highest intellectual
achievements and character development. Quality education
of future leaders in our town and country is the responsibility
of every individual, not only parents.
FIRST FRIDAY ADORATION
First Friday Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will take
place after the 7 a.m. Mass on Friday, September 4, 2009 and
continue throughout the day concluding with the Chaplet to
the Divine Mercy. Benediction will take place at 3 p.m. Every
parishioner as well as friends are truly welcome to
participate in this Eucharistic Adoration. Please note: This
month the traditional 1:15 p.m. Mass will be replaced by
the 8:30 a.m. Mass.
ANNUAL PARTNERS IN CHARITY APPEAL
Our diocesan campaign for charity and education is short of
$150,000. Bishop McManus expressed gratitude to all those
who financially supported vital human services in our
diocese by their contribution. He also is asking for a second
collection on the last Sunday of August. Considering the
many collections in our parish, especially our maintenance
contributions, I will make a modest donation to the diocese
from our general parish resources. If, however, someone
would like to make a special donation, please bring it to the
rectory this week.
ITEMS OF INTEREST
On Thursday, September 10 at 7 p.m. St. Rose of Lima
parish in Northborough MA will host internationally known
Fr. John Dear SJ. The voice for peace and nonviolence, His
topic will be "The Culture of Peace and Nonviolence." At the
event those lost on 9-11 will be remembered. There is no
charge but donations of non-perishable items for local food
pantries are welcome.
Saturday, September 12 Harrington HealthCare at Hubbard
has scheduled a 2009 Health Fair, sponsored by Kindred
Healthcare from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Health screening include
blood pressure, skin damage, spine and body fat analysis. The
Masons of MA will offer MYCHIP (Child Identification)
kits. Celebrate Family, Health and Fun for Free.
Polish Language Classes will be offered at St. Hedwig's
Parish Hall, Everett St., Southridge MA beginning on
Monday, September 28th at 7 p.m. The first 7 classes will be
based on Polish grammar and after that there will be
advanced practicum. There is no charge for the class. The
only requirement is that anyone interested is expected to
attend all classes. If interested, please call 508-764-6947 or
come to the hall on Sept. 28th - Father Charley Borowski
Attention UMass-Amherst Students and Parents!
Newman offers a home-away-from home environment where
students can pray, study, relax and meet other students, offers
extensive spiritual service and social programs. Located right
on campus. If you are interested in being a lector, catechist,
a member of the choir or a member of the Newman Student
Association visit www.newmanumass.org to register.
Massachusetts Commission for the Blind needs volunteers
to read or be friendly visitors in the greater Boston area. For
more information call Volunteer Department at 617-7275550 or 800-392-6450.
ST. JOSEPH POLISH WOMEN'S CLUB
The Executive Board will meet on Monday, August 31st at
6:45 p.m. in the Conference Room. Please call Jill Manak if
unable to attend.
The Fashion Show Committee will meet on Thursday,
September 3 at 6:30 p.m. in the Conference Room.
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Judi Dery, Publicity Chairperson
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
The Knights will meet on Wednesday, September 2, 2009
at 7 p.m. in the Parish Conference Room. - Ron Ducharme, Grand
Knight
CATHOLIC YOUTH GROUP
Filming of Next Youth Skit. The Youth Masses will resume
again on September 12th Anyone interested in participating
in the skit for the Mass are asked to meet at Mrs. Valcour's
home (122 Sutton Road, Webster) on Wednesday, September
2" from 6-8 p.m.
Next Youth Mass will be Saturday, September 12 "' at 5 p.m.
in St. Louis Church. Pizza will be served following Mass at
the Youth Center. Choir practice will be Thursday,
September 10' from 7-8 p.m. at the Youth Center.
Wii Bowling with Christopher Heights residents and the
Youth Group will take place on Monday, September 14th
from 6-7:30 p.m.
Rock Around the Block Huge Success. Thirty kids from the
Youth Group put on the 50's musical "Rock Around the
Block" this past weekend at the Immaculate Conception
Convent in Putnam. More than 200 people attended the two
shows and were treated to a great performance. Thank you to
everyone who attended, helped out or performed in the show.
DVD copies of the play are available; please contact Mrs.
Valcour for details.
ATTENTION ALTAR SERVERS
Copies of Altar Server's Mass Schedule for September
are in the Sacristy. There is also a list of servers' names and
phone numbers. Please take these copies home with you.
Your commitment as an altar server is to assist the priest at
Mass. Monsignor Tony is depending on you.
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If you cannot be at your scheduled Mass, please call someone
to replace you. If you need to discuss your schedule, please have
a parent call Mr. Joe Werbecki at 508-943-8940. Thank you and
God bless you for serving. - Mrs. Sylvia Kitka
NATIONAL RIGHT TO LIFE
CONDITION RED —House and Senate to Vote on Health Bills
that will greatly expand and fund abortion. Urgent help needed
to ensure that health care reform bills will not greatly expand and
fund abortion. Every Pro-Life American must tell Congress
now "Vote against any health care bill that does not explicitly
exclude abortion. "Visit www.NRLactioncenter.com and follow
simple directions at the bottom of the web page, or telephone the
offices of your two U. S. Senators and your U. S. House member
(through the Senate switchboard 202-224-3121 and the House
switchboard 202-225-3121. Give your zip code and you will be
connected to the correct offices. Give the staff your name and
address and relay your message.
PHASE III PROGRESS
I am pleased to report that all the columns at the entrance to
the rectory offices have been replaced. It is now safe to enter
through this door. In the next few days we will concentrate on
the necessary facelift of the building.
In regard to the sidewalks, last week we met with the engineers
to determine the flow of water of the existing basins along the
sidewalk which have to be replaced. In the next couple of weeks,
we will remove the existing pavement and prepare the grounds
for the new pavement.
BINGO EVERY SUNDAY
Saint Joseph Parish School
Doors open 4 p.m. - Games begin 5:45 p.m.
GOOD NEIGHBOR GAMES
Progressive Jackpot
Two Winner Take All's
Variety of Hot-Home-Made Food
Free Coffee & Free Pastry
Members of the Sacred Heart Society are requested
4th6p:m.
.......to
STOP THE FLYING. A flying rumor never has any trouble
making a landing. —Anon.
Have you registered for the golf
tournament sponsored by the St. Joseph
School Athletic Club yet? There is still time
to do so - Call Craig Holmberg at 508-9873729.
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Nowy Rok Akademicki w szkole SW. Jozefa. Odnowiona i
odswiezona szkola sw. Jozefa w srode p0 raz 118 otwiera
szeroko drz'wi dia tych Wszystskich ktory cenia najwyzsze
wartosci jakim jest katolickie wychoWanie i wyksztalcenie. Na
rozpoczenie roku szkolnego bedzie Wspolna modlitwa oraz na
zewnatrz kawa, soda, swieze pieczywo dia dzieci, rodzicow,
opiekunow i grona nauczycielskiego. Zerowka rozpocznie
szkole w czwartek 3-go wrzesnia, przedszkole rozpocznie swoj
pierwszy i historyczny dzien zajec szkolnych 10-ego wrzesnia.
Ranne przyjecie jak tez bardzo smaczny obiad bedzie podany za
darmo. Jest to piekny gest Pani Patricia Zagrocki, ktora zaplacila
za posilki pierwszego dnia szkoly.
Diecezjalne Otwarcie Roku Szkolnego. We wtorek kilku set
nauczycieli z katolickich szkol zbiora sie w katedrze na uroczysta
Msze sw. p0 ktorej bedzie zebranie w miastowym budynku
konwencji--referaty, dyskusje, spotkania nauczycielskie sa
zrodlem nowej energi i zapalu w przykazywaniu nie tylko
wiadomosci ale tez podstawowych wartosci, ktore musza
uformowac umysi i charakter studenta.
Trzecia Faza Remontow Parafialnych. Wszystkie kolumny
przy Wejsciu do biur parafianych sa juz wymienione i mozna
bezpiecznie uzywac wejscia do plebanii. Zanim rozpoczniemy
prace przy chodniku trzeba najpierw wymienic kanaly wodne
razem ze studzienkami, ktore sa bardzo prymity%vne, nie byly
zmieniane od ezasow budowy kosciola. Zerwanie blokow
cementowych i przygotoWanie teren u. chodnik zajmie pare
tygodni.
Pierwszy Piatek. W tym tygodniu przypada Pierwszy Piatek
miesiaca. Ranne Msze sw. do Serca Pana Jezusa beda o godz.
6:30 i 7-ej, orazwystaanienieNjsw. Sakramentu. Zapraszamy do
calodziennej adoracji ktora sie zakonczykoronka do Milosierdzia
Bozego o godz. 3-ej p0 poludniu. Wieczorem Msza SW. po
polsku o godz. 1 9-ej z krotka adoracja.
Diecezjalna Akcja Miosierdzia. Ks. Biskup Robert McManus
skierowal do wszystskich parafian list dziekujac za ofiarnosc na
rzecz akcji milosierdzia. Jednak ta skladka lie osiagnela
calkoWicie celu. Sunie $150,000 do wyznaczonej kwoty powinny
pokryc wszystkie parafie urzadzajac druga kolekte. Poniewaz
mamy zbiorke na konieczne remonty parafialne diatego nie
bedzie dodatkowej kolekty, ale zrobimy donacje do diecezji z
ogolnego funduszu parafialnego. Gdyby ktos jednak chcial
ziozyc ofiare na ten eel, niech przyniesie do biura parafialnego.