Saint Joseph Basilica

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
6:30 a.m.; 8:30 a.m.;
7:00 p.m. (Polish)
MINISTRY TO THE SICK For those of advanced age, ill or hospitalized, call the rectory to
arrange visitation.
Weekdays
6:30 a.m. (mon-fri); 7:00 a.m. (tue, fri, 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
Weekend assistance…..Rev. Charles Borowski
Financial Secretary ........................ Ewa Mamro
Secretaries:Virginia Woznicki&Elizabeth Sabaj
Organist: ..................................... Robert Wójcik
Sacristan ........................................ 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
Phone: 508-943-0378
Fax: 508-949-0581
www.saintjosephschool.net
Principal...........Mr. Michael Hackenson
Secretary ...........Mrs. Cynthia Belanger
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION/RCIA
Phone: 508-943-0467 ext.: 115
e-mail: [email protected]
FELICIAN SISTERS
Phone: 508-943-2228
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November 29, 2015
Masses for the week—Msze Św. w Tygodniu
Sunday Vigil
4:00pm God’s blessings on Edward and Anna Kudron on the
occasion of their 45th wedding anniversary
- int. Son, Joseph
Sunday - November 29 - First Sunday of Advent
7:00 O spokoj duszy sw.p Marii i Władyslawa Przybyło i
Władysława Skowron - int. Córka Maria z rodziną
8:15 For the parishioners of St. Joseph Basilica
9:30 r.s. Edward Dowgiewicz II on the anniversary of
his birthday - int. Brothers, Mark and Richard
11:00 s.p. Zofia i Tadeus Tomos - int. Córka
Monday - November 30
6:30 Za wypominki
Tuesday-December 1
6:30 r.s. Adelard M. Lariviere - int. Edward Sitkowski,
Roland Malboeuf and John Hickey
7:00 r.s. Joseph J. Knych - int. Edward Sitkowski, Roland
Malboeuf and John Hickey
Wednesday - December 2
6:30 God’s blessing through the intercession of St. Joseph
7:00pm For all the petitions to our Patron submitted by family
members and friends
Thursday - December 3
6:30 r.s. John (anniv.) and Joseph Czechowski
- int. Niece Joan A. Comeau
Friday - December 4 - First Friday
6:30 r.s. Stasia J. Nalepa - int. Edward Sitkowski, Roland
Malboeuf and John Hickey
7:00 Sacred Heart Society - Deceased members
8:30 r.s. Theresa and Mary Przystas
- int. Louis Przystas and family
7:00pm r.s. Anna Grzych - int. Virginia Woznicki & family
Saturday - December 5
7:00 r.s. Felix Nowak - int. Family
Sunday Vigil
4:00 Family Mass
r.s. Theresa Przystas (1st anniv.)
- int. Husband, Louis and family
Sunday - December 6
7:00 O spokój duszy sp Marii i Władysława Przybyło i
Władysława Skowron - int. Córka Maria z rodziną
8:15 For the parishioners of St. Joseph Basilica
9:30 r.s. Joseph Augustynski - int. Wife, Rita
11:00 s.p. Aleksandra Orlowska - int. Edward Sitkowski,
Roland Malboeuf and John Hickey
I-25 Club Winner for 10th week
#181 - John Gogolinski
Membership dues may be paid to your captain.
SHARING OUR BLESSINGS-November 22, 2015
Weekly $4455 (including $279 in loose money); Diocesan
Obligations $16; Fuel $132; Catholic Camp. For Human
Development $811.15 (including $72.15 in loose money.
Weekly Budget $7000
29 listopada - 2015r.
FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT
Stewardship Note: “But when these signs begin to happen,
stand erect and raise your heads because your redemption is at
hand.” We celebrate Advent each year in preparation of the
birth of Jesus, His first coming, as we await his second coming.
In this Advent season, use the sacrament of Reconciliation to
strengthen your relationship with Jesus. It’s never too late.
The Coming Kingdom - Jeremiah could
see it coming—the kingship of Jesus and
the restoration of Jerusalem. But was anybody listening? Is anybody listening now?
It must have been tough being a prophet,
but Jeremiah was persistent in his message because he
knew that it needed to be heard.
Also persistent in his message is Paul as he encourages the Thessalonians—and all of us—to live in accordance with the kingship that Jeremiah foretold. He encourages us to conduct ourselves in ways of holiness so
that we may be well prepared for the king’s coming. Finally, Jesus himself tells us to be ever diligent so that we
may gain favor before our God and King.
Jeremiah could see the kingship of Jesus coming. As
we begin the season of Advent, Paul and Jesus tell us not
only how to prepare for the Kingdom, but how to live it
day to day.
First Sunday of Advent Prayer - May God help us with his
grace, so that we may start Advent with enthusiasm and good
will by going to meet Christ, our Redeemer, with good works.
May Mary, the Daughter of Zion chosen by God to be the
Mother of the Redeemer, guide and accompany us and make
our preparation for Christmas rich in joy and good fruit.
Praised by Jesus Christ! Amen.
- St. John Paul II
NOTE - The new chasuble for this Advent reflects the traditional prominent purple color and will enhance our Liturgical
Celebration in this special time of the year. It is a donation of
Msgr. Anthony Czarnecki.
Next weekend’s second collection is designated
for our parish obligations to the Diocese
Knights of Columbus #12980 - meeting to be held on
Wednesday, Dec., 2 at 7:00pm in the school conference room.
Thank you to this fine parish organization for distributing
over 120 turkeys to our school families, parishioners and Food
Share. We are also grateful to WalMart that donated 20 turkeys
to make a Happy 2015 Thanksgiving Day for many.
First Friday - adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will begin
after the 7:00am Mass which is designated for the Deceased
Members of the Sacred Heart Society and will conclude at
3:00pm. Adorers are asked to attend at their appointed time.
Mass will also be celebrated at 7:00pm.
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OPłATKI
The Christmas wafers were first associated with the Nativity
of Jesus Christ, the Savior of the world and constitute an essential element of the family Christmas vigil supper. This custom
is celebrated by millions of people and is continually growing
because it symbolizes the Blessed Sacrament and Jesus who is
forever the Bread of Life. Breaking the opłatek with members
of your family means sharing life, difficulties, joy and peace
throughout the year. An explanation of the ritual of the breaking of the opłatek is printed on the packet.
Opłatki will be blessed this weekend at the 4:00pm Mass
and available in the sacristy. A donation of $3 is appreciated.
Pierogi Sale - to satisfy your Christmas palate cheese and
cabbage pierogi made on the premises may be ordered for pick
up on Dec., 19 & 20th. Order forms available at entrances to
Basilica. Dozen for $16 - half - dozen $8.
ANGEL GIVING TREE
The Angel Giving Tree in the sanctuary and at the front entrance of the Basilica gives us the opportunity to exercise our
Christmas spirit in the Advent Season. We ask you to take an
“angel” and make it part of your Christmas giving. By providing assistance to children and elderly you are becoming an angle of wisdom, education and charity to brighten the season of
Christmas for those in need. There is a great need for tuition
assistance for families who want their children to attend St.
Joseph School but have a difficult time meeting expenses in
these economic times.
Please place the angel on your gift and place it under the tree
in the sanctuary before December 15th to allow time for distribution. If you prefer to donate a monetary gift, please bring it
to the rectory or place in collection basket.
Your gifts will put smiles on the faces of the less fortunate,
especially the children.
DEVOTION AND NOVENA TO ST. JOSEPH
On Wednesday, Dec. 2nd at 7:00pm, we will celebrate the
Votive Mass to St. Joseph followed by the Novena. Please
make a special effort in this Advent Season to join us so that we
may better understand that love comes from God and obtain
needed graces especially in this time of Advent. Once our
hearts are opened to love, then the face of the world will be
changed.
Members of the Holy Rosary Sodality will carry our Patron’s
statue into the sanctuary. We are grateful for the graces requested through the intercession of St. Joseph and the offerings
you place in the petition box.
FRIDAY NIGHT BINGO - join us on December 4th at St.
Joseph School Cafeteria for a fun-filled evening. Doors open at
5:00pm and games begin at 6:45pm. Members of the St. Anne
Society will be on hand to assist our players.
CHRISTMAS TREE BLESSING AND LIGHTING
AND MEGA RAFFLE DRAWING
All families and parishioners are invited to the Annual St.
Joseph School Tree blessing and lighting on Sat., December
5th following the 4:00pm Family Mass. Refreshments will be
served in the cafeteria.
Calling all our Basilica bakers to share their special holiday
pastries with our parishioners, parents and friends on this
special occasion.
Children in attendance will receive a special treat and can
meet St. Nicholas. The Home School Assoc. Holiday Shop,
located in the gym will be open for the children’s private
shopping. Prices will not exceed $5. Hot chocolate will be
served and children may have photos taken with St. Nicholas.
Please bring your camera and join us for a fun evening.
Mega Raffle Drawing:
Prizes : 1st- $3,000; 2nd $1,000; 3rd $500. Raffle tickets
are $25 each or a book of 3 for $50 and are available at the rectory. Last week to be part of this drawing. Tickets will be sold
after masses on November 28 & 29th. Please return your
ticket stubs as soon as possible. Thank you to all who have
already sent in your returns. God Bless You-Szczęsć Boże!
ST. JOSEPH POLISH WOMEN’S CLUB
The Annual Christmas Party - will be held on Tues., Dec.,
8th at the Lodge Restaurant on Rte. 16, Webster. Cocktail hour
at 5:30pm and dinner will be served at 6:15pm. Entrée choices
are: marinated chicken or baked haddock, served with roasted
potatoes, seasonal vegetables, salad, rolls & butter, dessert,
coffee and tea. Tickets are $20 and may be purchased from
President, Jo-Ann Canty at (508)943-8587 or Patty Williams
(508)943-8455 no later than Tues., Dec. 1st.
The SJPWC - has a limited number of collectibles for
Christmas giving - Cat’s Meow Ornaments ($15) and Shelf
Sitters ($20) depicting the Basilica for sale. Please contact JoAnn Canty at (508)943-8587 or Zofia Walker (508)943-4826 if
interested.
SAVE THE DATE - The Hospitality Committee invites
you to a Christmas Social on Saturday, December 19th after the
4:00pm Mass in the school cafeteria. We ask parishioners to
bring their favorite soups, chowders, stews, chili, breads, desserts, etc. for all to enjoy.
Please call Janet Stoica at (508)735-8095 as to what food you
will bring to share.
CASH CALENDAR WINNERS
Nov. 22 - $100, Rebecca K. Wagner, Webster; Nov. 23 - $50
Theresa Gwozdz, Webster; No. 24 - $50, Reine Gorski,
Webster; Nov. 25 - $50, Katie Scott, Webster; Nov. 26 - $50,
Joel Phelps, Dudley; Nov. 27 - $75, Corie R.Wagner (second
time winner) Webster; Nov. 28 - $50, Joe Borowski, Webster.
SCHOOL NEWS-Mark your Calendar - Christmas
Pageant rehearsals are under way. Our students are excitedly
practicing for their annual performance on Sunday, December
13th at 2:00pm at the Bartlett High School Auditorium. We ask
parishioners to join our school parents to an enjoyable Sunday
afternoon.
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RITES OF INSTALLATION
On Thursday, Dec. 3rd, Bishop McManus will celebrate the
Rites of Installation for candidates enrolled in the Diocesan
Diaconate Formation program. This uplifting ceremony will
take place at St. Anne Parish, 130 Boston Turnpike,
Shrewsbury at 7:00pm.
Mr. Stephen T. Kohut, a parishioner and Eucharistic
Minister, at our Basilica will be part of this program. We
congratulate him and his family and pray that his journey to
Diaconate will be filled with joy and God’s grace.
Jubilee Year of Mercy
On Sunday, December 13th at 4:00pm at St. Paul
Cathedral, Bishop McManus will open the Jubilee Year of
Mercy. The Bishop has designated St. Joseph Basilica as
a Church of pilgrimages, indulgences and special
devotions throughout the year of mercy. Pope Francis
stated, “That mercy is a bridge connecting God and the
human family”. The Jubilee year in the Advent Season
reminds us that Jesus whose coming we await is a visible
sign of God’s mercy. Let us pray that the great privilege
extended to St. Joseph Basilica will open us in the spirit
of prayer for all the visiting pilgrims and deepen our love
for God and one another.
PILGRIMAGE TO VIENNA AND POLAND
Under the spiritual leadership of Msgr. Anthony Czarnecki
and Rev. Thomas Tokarz we are offering a Pilgrimage to
Vienna and Poland July 5—July 16, 2016 (10 nights/11days).
The all inclusive tour from Boston costs $3860 per person,
double occupancy. For detailed information, please refer to the
flyers which are placed at the entrances of our Basilica.
OFFICE OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Religious education classes will be held on Monday,
November 30th at 5:30pm in the school.
Confirmation Class - will meet on Sunday, Dec., 6th at
8:15am in the rectory.
R.C.I.A. Program - for those who wish to be baptized or
return to the communion of the Catholic Church will be held on
Sundays. If interested, please call the rectory for details.
YOUTH GROUP
Ornament Party - Join us on Wednesday, December 9th at
5:30pm to make an ornament that celebrates the true “Reason
for the Season”. We will meet downstairs in the Emmaus Ctr.
Youth Mass - on Saturday, December 12th at 4:45pm at St.
Andrew Bobola Church. This Mass will begin the Jubilee of
Mercy in which every family in attendance will receive a
candle to light when they pray during the year. Fr. Korcz
invites all members to attend and to also participate in the
readings.
UPCOMING EVENTS
St. Nikolaus Polka Dance-Sun., Dec. 6, 2-6pm at German
American Cultural Society, Pawtucket.
Featuring Eddie
Foreman Orchestra. Call (401)726-9873 for details.
“Reflections on the Prophets” - is designed for adult discussion of this portion of Holy Scripture. Sessions will be held at
St. Louis Church Hall, Webster at 6:30pm on Thurs. Dec. 3rd
and continuing every 2 weeks. There is no fee. Please bring a
bible and a friend. Light refreshments will be available.
Holiday Vendor Fair - to be held at St. Roch Church,
Oxford, MA on Sat., Dec. 5th from noon—6:00pm in the
church hall. Free admission. Call (508)987-8987 for details.
Mission of Mercy to Haiti - during school vacation Feb. 1520, 2016 for high school teens and parents. Cost $1575pp, incl.
food, lodging & transportation. Deposit of $50 due before
Nov. 30th. Please refer to flyers at entrances to Basilica.
PACC - Children’s Christmas Party will be held on Sunday, December 6 at 2:00pm
Multicultural Advent Concert in Worcester - on Dec. 6th
at 2:00pm join with music ministries from around the Worcester Diocese as they celebrate their 10th annual Multicultural
Advent concert at St. Catherine of Sweden Church, 596 Cambridge St., Worcester followed by complimentary refreshments
downstairs.
Our Lady of Guadalupe Workshop - to be held on Sat.,
Dec. 12th, her Feast Day. This will satisfy the requirements for
the Marian Series from the National Catholic Committee on
Scouting. Kindergarten and up are invited. Scouts and nonscouts can earn a patch. This event will begin at 5:30pm at St.
Paul’s Cathedral, Worcester, including the Spanish Mass at
7:00pm (one of the requirements). The cost pp is $5 - patch
included. If interested contact Linda Brink at (508)949-0335.
Annual Mass to remember children who have died - you
are invited to the Pieta annual mass to honor and remember all
of our children on Mon., Dec. 14th at 7:00pm at St. George
Church, 40 Brattle St., Worcester. All families who have a lost
a child are asked to attend. Refreshments will be served after
Mass. Call Outreach Coordinator at (508) 853-0183 for details.
Men’s Cursillo in December - Cursillo or “short course in
Christianity” is an uplifting and educational experience. The
weekend is conducted by a team of laypeople and clergy who
deliver organized talks and discussions. The next men’s Cursillo weekend will be held December 17-20 at the Prindle Conference Center in Charlton, MA. For additional information
please contact Carolyn Galgano at (508) 847-7005.
Pilgrimage to Malta in the Footsteps of St. Paul November 7-18, 2016, sponsored by Our Lady of Czestochowa
Parish in Worcester. The Maltese archipelago lies virtually in
the heart of the Mediterranean. The Islands have rightly been
described as an open-air museum. Malta is known for its
history, sunny weather, beautiful beaches and its devotion to St.
Paul.
The total cost for the trip, with three meals a day is
$2,850.00. We will stay in one hotel (All Inclusive Resort) at
all times and will make day trips and cruises. Please find more
information on www.OlcWorcester.com or call Christine
Szymczak (508)-865-9390 or Fr. Richard Polek (508)-4108016.
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KRONIKA PARAFIALNA
PIERWSZA NIEDZIELA ADWENTU
Rozpoczynamy dziś Adwent – okres liturgiczny,
w którym przypominamy sobie, że Pan Jezus
przyjdzie do nas. Przyjdzie w dniu Bożego
Narodzenia, ale przede wszystkim przyjdzie w dniu
ostatnim. Czy zastanie nas przygotowanych? To
w dużej mierze zależy od nas. Aby to przyszłe
spotkanie nie napawało nas lękiem, lecz było oczekiwane z radością,
trzeba już dzisiaj rozpoznać Pana i przyjąć Go, gdy przychodzi
w modlitwie, w Eucharystii, w sakramencie pokuty, w drugim
człowieku.
Druga kolekta w przeszłym tygodniu będzie przeznaczona na
Zobowiązania Diecezjalne.
MODLITW NA PIERWSZĄ NIEDZIELĘ ADWENTU
Niech Bóg wspomoże nas swoją łaską, abyśmy rozpoczęli Adwent z
entuzjazmem i dobra wolą idąc na spotkanie Chrystusa, naszego Zbawcy
niosąc ze sobą dobre uczynki. Niechaj Maryja, Córka Syjonu, wybrana przez
Boga prowadzi nas i wspiera oraz uczyni nasze przygotowanie do Bożego
Narodzenia bogatym w radość i owocnym czasem. Niech będzie pochwalony
Jezus Chrystus. Amen
Ornat w kolorze fioletowym, który będziemy używali w czasie
Adwentu, odzwierciedla tradycyjną prominentną purpurę i podkreśla
oraz uwydatnia znaczenie liturgicznych celebracji w tym szczególnym
okresie. Nowy ornat został ufundowany przez ks. prałata Antoniego
Czarneckiego.
PIERWSZOPIĄTKOWA ADORACJA
Adoracja Najświętszego Sakramentu rozpocznie się po Mszy św.
o godz. 7:00, która będzie sprawowana w intencji zmarłych członków
Sacred Hear Society. Adoracja potrwa do godz. 15:00 i zakończy się
Koronka do Miłosierdzia Bożego. Mszą św. Po Polsku o godz. 19:00.
Pół godziny przed Mszą możliwość spowiedzi.
OPŁATKI
Opłatki stanowią bardzo ważny element Tradycji Bożonarodzeniowych do
których należy Wieczerza Wigilijna. Tradycja ta, tak bardzo bliska nam
Polakom, rozszerza się dzięki symbolicznemu znaczeniu Opłatka, który
jednoznacznie wskazuje na Nowonarodzonego Chrystusa, a także jest
znakiem pokoju i pojednania, który ludzie dzielą miedzy siebie w trakcie
składania życzeń.
Opłatki na nasze świąteczne stoły zostaną poświęcone w sobotę
28 listopada na Mszy św. o godz. 16:00. Poświęcone opłatki będą dostępne
w zakrystii. Mile widziana ofiara $3 za paczkę. Bóg zapłać.
ANGEL GIVING TREE
Tradycyjne już u nas „choinki z aniołkami” znajdujące się przy
prezbiterium i w wejściu do Bazyliki dają nam możliwość stworzenia
świątecznego nastroju w czasie adwentu. Prosimy o wzięcie aniołka i przez
to stanie się częścią bożonarodzeniowego ducha ofiarowywania. Pomagając
dzieciom i osobom starszym stajemy się aniołami mądrości, edukacji
i miłosierdzia, które rozświetlają czas Świąt dla bliźnich w potrzebie.
Istnieje duże zapotrzebowanie na wsparcie opłat za szkołę dla rodzin,
które pragną by ich dzieci uczęszczały no Szkoły św. Józefa.,
ale doświadczają trudności finansowych i nie są w stanie same sprostać
takiemu wydatkowi.
Prosimy umieszczać aniołki na zapakowanych prezentach i położyć je pod
drzewkami w Bazylice. Prezenty będą zbierane do 15 grudnia. Datki
pieniężne prosimy przynosić na plebanię lub wkładać do koszyków
z kolektą. Wasze prezenty z pewnością spowodują wiele radości w sercach
tych, których doświadcza los, zwłaszcza dzieci. Bóg zapłać.
POŚWIĘCENIE CHOINKI
Wszystkich parafian wraz z rodzinami zapraszamy na doroczne
błogosławieństwo choinki, które odbędzie się w najbliższa
sobotę, 5 grudnia, po Mszy św. o godz. 16:00. Po poświęceniu
dzieci są zaproszone na spotkanie w szkolnej kafeterii. Dla
każdego uczestnika gorąca czekolada i poczęstunek, oraz
możliwość dokonania świątecznego zakupu w sklepiku
zorganizowanym przez HSA. Przewidziane również spotkanie ze
św. Mikołajem. Każde dziecko będzie mogło zrobić sobie
pamiątkowe zdjęcie z tym ukochanym Świętym.
LOSOWANIE MEGE RAFFLE
Losowanie odbędzie się w sobotę, 5 grudnia w szkolnej
kafeterii tuż po Mszy św. o godz. 16:00 i poświęceniu choinki.
To już ostatni weekend kiedy można zakupić kupony w cenie
$25 za jeden lub $50 za trzy. Można je również nabyć w biurze
parafialnym lub u członków Rady Parafialnej: Tony Kusek (508)
943-7057, Sylvia Kitka (508)943-0201, lub Betty Sabaj (508)943
-8570
Do wygrania: pierwsza nagroda: $3000, druga nagroda:
$1000, trzecia nagroda: $500. ZAPRASZAMY!!!
DIAKONAT
W najbliższy czwartek, 3 grudnia biskup Robert McManus
uroczyście odprawi ryt przyjęcia kandydatów do diakonatu w
naszej diecezji. Ceremonia odbędzie się w parafii św. Anny w
Shrewsbury o godz. 19:00.
Ta uroczystość jest ważna dla naszej wspólnoty również
dlatego, że jednym z kandydatów do diakonatu stałego jest nasz
parafianin, Stephen Kohut, który obecnie posługuje w naszej
parafii jako Szafarz Eucharystii. Gratulujemy i życzymy wielu
łask Bożych na drodze do posługi Diakonatu.
ROK MIŁOSIERDZIA
Za dwa tygodnie, w niedzielę, 13 grudnia w katedrze
św. Pawła, nasz biskup, Robet McManus, na uroczystej
Eucharystii o godz. 16:00 rozpocznie obchody Roku
Miłosierdzia. Na ten rok nasza Bazylika została wybrana na
centralne miejsce pielgrzymek i obchodów.
Papież Franciszek powiedział, że „Miłosierdzie jest pomostem
łączącym Boga z rodzina ludzką”. Rok Miłosierdzia
w kontekście Adwentu przypomina nam, że Jezus, którego
przyjścia oczekujemy jest widzialnym znakiem Bożego
Miłosierdzia. Módlmy się zatem, aby ten wielki przywilej jaki
spływa na naszą Bazylikę pomógł nam otworzyć się w duchu
modlitwy na przyjęcie pielgrzymów i pogłębi naszą miłość do
Boga i siebie nawzajem.
CHRISTMAS SHOW
Za dwa tygodnie, w niedzielę 13 grudnia, dzieci z naszej szkoły
zapraszają na świąteczne przedstawienie, które zaprezentują nam
w Bartlett High School o godz. 14:00. Zapraszamy wszystkich do
skorzystania z tej wspaniałej okazji, aby podziwiać nasze
pociechy prezentujące swoje talenty na scenie, jak również lepiej
nam lepiej i głębiej przeżyć atmosferę Świąt Narodzenia
Pańskiego.
PIELGRZYMKA NA MALTĘ - ŚLADAMI ŚW. PAWŁA
Parafia Matki Bożej Częstochowskiej w Worcester zaprasza na
pielgrzymkę na Maltę w dniach 7-18 listopada 2016 roku. Malta
to piękna wyspa na Morzu Śródziemnym, słynąca a bogatej
historii, zabytków, pobytu św. Pawła i plaż. Całkowity koszt (z 3
posiłkami dziennie) wynosi $2,850. Podczas pobytu będziemy
nocować w jednym hotelu (All Inclusive Resort) i codziennie
będziemy mieć wycieczki autokarowe po wyspie lub statkiem
wokół wysp archipelagu Malty.
CHURCH NAME AND ADDRESS
St. Joseph Basilica #511990
53 Whitcomb Street
Webster, MA 01570
TELEPHONE
508 943-0467
CONTACT PERSON
Fr. Gregory Chodkowski
508 612 8526
EMAIL: [email protected]
SOFTWARE
MSPublisher 2003
Adobe Acrobat 6
Windows XP
PRINTER
HP Laserjet 5P
TRANSMISSION TIME
Wednesday 11:00
SUNDAY DATE OF PUBLICATION
November 13, 2011
NUMBER OF PAGES SENT
1 through 6
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS