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.; 7:00 a.m.
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.
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION/RCIA
(508) 943-3752
Director ...............................................................Mary Jolda
PARISH PERSONNEL
Rector .................................. Rev. Msgr. Anthony Czarnecki
Assistant ............................................Rev. Bogusław Psujek
Adm. Secretary................................................... Terry Miller
Financial Secretary............................................. Ewa Mamro
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.
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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.......................................................Ms. Jennifer Mahlert
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Masses for the week - Msze Sw. Podczas Tygodnia
Sunday Vigil-January 30
4:00
r.s. Veronica Alisch (10th anniv.)
int. Walter Alisch and daughters
Sunday-January 31
7:00
Za parafian
8:15
r.s. Irene (Kokocinski) McNally - 8th anniversary
-int. husband John and children
9:30
r.s. Gladys Hanieski 10th anniv.) -int. Louis Skarbek
11:00
s.p. Elzbieta i Antoni Nagiel -int. dzieci i wnuki
Monday-February 1
6:30
r.s. Rita Maly -int. husband and children
2 pm
Christopher Heights
Tuesday-February 2 _Candlemas Day _
6:30
r.s. Richard Bruno and Parmelia Woznicki
-int. Virginia Woznicki and family
6:30 pm Za wypominki
Wednesday-February 3 _ Feast of St. Blaise _
6:30
r.s. Virginia C. DeForest -int. Edward Sitkowski, Roland
Malboeuf and John Hickey
7:00
r.s. Wanda Dymon Sitkowski - int. Steve Pecka
Thursday-February 4
6:30
r.s. Kathleen Knurowski (10th anniversary)
-int. husband Mitchell
Friday-February 5 _ First Friday _
6:30
r.s. Theresa Lebudzinski -int. family
7:00
For the living members of the Sacred Heart Society
8:30
r.s. Julie Knurowski Bainton
-int. Carol and Jessica Holton
NOTE: The 1:30 pm First Friday Mass will be celebrated this
week at 8:30 a.m. due to Catholic Schools Week programs
7p.m.
s.p. Franciszka, Maria i Stanislaw Kurpiel
-int. Edward i Anna Kudron
Saturday-February 6
7:00
r.s. Frank & Agnes Szymczak, son Donald and daughter
Agnes -int. Robert Walkowiak
Sunday Vigil
4:00
r.s. Claire Dion (2nd anniv.) -int. husband Edward and
daughter Carolyn Rocheleau
Sunday-February 7
7:00
Za parafian
8:15
Cub Scout and Boy Scout Troop 173 annual Mass
in memory of Victor Stefaniak
9:30
For the students of St. Joseph School at the conclusion of
Catholic Schools Week
11:00
s.p. Marian Meres -int. Ewa Piwowarczyk z rodzina
12 noon Chrzest - Aleksa Ella Kruszewska
1-25 Club Winner for the 19th Week - #122 Lorraine Jarosz
SACRIFICIAL OFFERINGS - January 24, 2010
Weekly $4719.25 (incl. $216.25 in loose money); Diocesan
Obligations $90; Fuel $337; Haiti $3839.25
I am pleased that the collection in our parish for the victims of the
earthquake in Haiti was the biggest ever for a natural disaster. I
was encouraged by the individuals who gave a sizeable donation
although they themselves experience severe hardship. May our
prayer and financial assistance help a particular individual or
family. Thank you for your generosity and may God bless you.
FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
January 31, 2010
Faith, hope, and love remain, these
three;
but the greatest of these is love.
- 1 Corinthians 13:13
The second collection next weekend is designated for the
Catholic Home Missions Appeal
THE PRESENTATION OF THE LORD
On Tuesday, February 2nd, we will observe the
feast of the Presentation of the Lord,
sometimes referred as Candlemas Day. This
day commemorates the presentation of Christ
in the temple and the ritual purification of the
Virgin Mary. Blessing of candles will take
place at the 6:30 a.m. Mass. Candles will be
available near the sanctuary stairs for a
nominal offering or you may bring your own candles to be blessed
which should be lit in your homes as protection from harm. A Mass
will be celebrated at 6:30 p.m. in Polish.
FEAST OF SAINT BLAISE
The festivity of St. Blaise, bishop and martyr,
who is associated with the healing of throats,
will be observed on Wednesday, February 3rd.
Blessing of the throats at Saint Joseph Basilica
will take place at the conclusion of the morning
Masses, at 1:30 p.m. and at 6:30 p.m.
CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK
This Sunday across our country we begin the
celebration of Catholic Schools Week whose
theme for 2010 is Dividends for Life. We
welcome new families to the Open House on this
Sunday from 12 noon to 2 p.m. and on
Wednesday from 5:30 to 7 p.m.
The Sunday attraction is the opportunity to win
three prizes of $200 each which would be applied
to the tuition. Above all, you may want to take advantage to submit
an application for a full or half scholarship.
On Wednesday a delicious spaghetti dinner including salad, dessert
and coffee will be served by the HSA from 4:30 to 7 p.m.
Catholic Schools week will conclude on Sunday, February 7 at the
9:30 a.m. liturgy with Bishop Robert J. McManus.
FIRST FRIDAY ADORATION
First Friday adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will take place
after the 7 a.m. Mass on February 5, 2010 and continue throughout
the day, concluding with the Chaplet to the Divine Mercy and
benediction at 3 p.m. Adorers please attend at your scheduled time.
Please note that the customary 1:30 p.m. Mass will be celebrated
at 8:30 a.m. this Friday only. If for some reason you cannot be
present at your scheduled time, please be sure to have a replacement
or call Theresa Jankowski 508-943-5355.
At 7 p.m. a Mass will be celebrated in Polish.
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FROM THE OFFICE OF THE DRE
RCIA. Our parishioners are always welcome to attend our sessions
on Tuesday evenings at 7 p.m. to show their support and share their
faith. We will be meeting February 2, 9, and 16. Come and join us.
Religious Ed. Classes 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. every Monday. No
class on February 15th.
First Eucharist Parent/Student Session will be on Wednesday,
February 10th @ 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m. in the cafeteria.
ST. JOSEPH POLISH WOMEN’S CLUB
The Executive Board will meet on Monday, February 1st at 6:45
p.m. in the Conference Room. Please call Jill Manak if unable to
attend.
During the month of February, the club will be holding its annual
Bakeless Bake Sale. This fundraiser supports the scholarship fund.
Donations will be accepted at the February 9th meeting. Your
support is much appreciated! – Judi Dery, Publicity Chairperson
REMINDER: The deadline to order pierogi from the Holy Rosary
Sodality is February 6, 2010. Contact Betty Sabaj, President at 508943-8570 or Sue and Joe Werbecki at 508-943-8940. Forms are
also available at entrances of the church.
POLISH SUPPER IN ENFIELD
The Felician Sisters are planning a Polish Supper in their
Provincial House, Enfield CT on Saturday, March 6, 2010 from 3
to 6:30 p.m. Cost is $10. The supper includes kielbasa, pierogi,
golabek, rye bread, cabbage, beverage and dessert. The proceeds
will be used for the support of their elderly and infirm Sisters.
Please reserve this date on your personal calendar!
FEBRUARY BIRTHDAYS
February is the only month with a variable number of days; it has
the distinction of celebrating President’s Day, and it is designated
as Negro History Month. Groundhog Day is observed on February
2nd (let’s hope for a cloudy day!), February 5th is National
Chocolate Fondue Day, and of course, February 14th is the well
known Valentines Day. It is thought that St. Valentine was a priest
during the reign of the Roman Emperor, Claudius II. This emperor
felt that soldiers were more dedicated if they remained unmarried.
He decreed that soldiers should not marry. The priest married
young couples anyway. He was martyred for his “cupidity!” The
amethyst is the birthstone for the month of February.
Added to all these celebrations, are the special 91st birthdays of
the following: Anna Kozlowski, Frances Lacky, and Marion
Winters. May you enjoy a great day with your loved ones.
DONATIONS
St. Joseph School. We are grateful for the donation of $365from
St. Andrew Bobola parish which represents their December
collection. Thank you for your generosity.
St. Joseph Basilica. We acknowledge with gratitude the donation
of $500 from Paul D. Zurawka in memory of his father, Edmund J.
Zurawka.
St. Joseph School Gym and Parish Center Fund. The family of
John J. McNally, Jr. have donated $2500 toward their pledge of
$25,000. Their total contribution to-date is $27,900. This past June
the family increased their pledge by $25,000 bringing the total
pledge to $50,000 with naming rights for the playground, to be
called the “Irene Kokocinski McNally ‘44 Memorial Playground.”
We greatly appreciate the spirit of support to St. Joseph School in
memory of Irene by husband, sons and daughter. May your good
deeds be rewarded with good health and many blessings from God.
Friends of St. Joseph School Fund. In memory of: Lonergan
Bonczek by Evelyn Nieszczezewski; Vincent Bonczek by
Cumberland Gulf Group; Frances Krystyniak by Patricia Betley.
PARISH COUNCIL MEETING
The monthly meeting of the Parish Council was held on January
20, 2010 in the Parish Conference Room. Several topics were
discussed at length including the Diocesan Partners in Charity
campaign. It was agreed that the campaign should be held in Lent
as last year. March 21 was selected as the in-pew collection date.
Our quota for this year will be the same as last year, $20,250.
The upcoming 125th anniversary of the Parish in the year 2012
generated a detailed discussion. It was stressed that the front
entrance to the Basilica including landscaping was a priority. Plans
for the official celebration were discussed and it was agreed that
the month of October would be a meaningful month since both the
blessing of the altar of the Church as well as the elevation of the
church to Basilica status took place in October.
It was agreed that the Wednesday votive Masses at 6:30 a.m.
presently celebrated to St. Joseph should be promoted in our parish
and beyond. St. Joseph is a patron of the Universal Church. There
are world conventions held in his honor, many shrines are
dedicated to his name where people in large number make
pilgrimages in a spirit of petition as well as gratitude for needed or
received graces. It was discussed that perhaps an evening Mass on
Wednesdays at 6:30 to St. Joseph could be added to increase
participation.
Mega Raffle. The Early Bird Mega Raffle drawing took place at
the end of the meeting. The five lucky winners for a free entry into
the grand Mega Raffle were: Connie Holmberg, Oxford; Tony
Kusek, Dudley; Thomas Balcom, No. Grosvenordale, CT;Len Hast,
Webster; M/M Richard Dabrowski, Cooperstown NY. The grand
prize drawing will take place in the school cafeteria on February
27, 2010 after the 4 p.m. Mass. Don’t delay – You still have time
to purchase that winning ticket! See any member of the Parish
Council or come to the rectory.
DISCIPLESHIP
Each member of the St. Joseph Basilica family is making every
effort to share with the Church and the community time, talent and
treasure. There are some people who dedicate endless hours on a
voluntary basis throughout the year to the Church. The work of
these individuals saved the parish a lot of money and it was
suggested by some parishioners that perhaps they should receive at
least a tax advantage. Therefore a book will be introduced in the
sacristy where people could record their volunteer work to the
Church.
The end of the month of January provides us an opportunity to
reflect on our stewardship to God and His Church. As we look on
our calendars or check book we could determine what percentage
of our monthly effort we dedicate to God.
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BINGO EVERY SUNDAY AT ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL
Featuring Progressive Jackpot – Good Neighbor Games
Two Winner Take All’s - Special Door Prizes
Free Coffee and Free Pastry
Doors Open 4 p.m. - Games begin 5:45 p.m.
The Knights of Columbus will assist from 4-6 p.m.
JANUARY CASH CALENDAR WINNERS
Jan. 25-$50 Jean Marshalkowski, Webster; Jan. 26-$50 Mitchell Knurowski,
Webster; Jan. 27-$75 Lorraine Jarosz, Webster; Jan. 28-$50 Theresa Paglione,
Webster; Jan. 29-$50 Gino LeBryn, Webster; Jan. 30-$40 Linda Tokarz/Doreen
Lucas, Webster; Jan. 31-$500 Nancy & Louis Kiwak, Webster.
Congratulations to all the January winners as well as our faithful supporters.
The March Cash Calendars will be on sale next weekend and our sellers look
for your support.
10th ANNIVERSARY CATHOLIC MEN’S CONFERENCE
All parish men, as well as their sons, brothers, fathers and friends are invited
to this Anniversary Conference to be held on Saturday, March 20th, at the
Worcester’s DCU Center. Representatives from our parish include John Hester
and Louis Kiwak. To learn more about the conference call John at 508-9878342 or visit www.firstmensconf.org.
FOR YOUR INFORMATION
It is with deep regret that we say good-bye to Rev. Boguslaw Psujek
who was with us at St. Joseph Basilica for the past several weeks. He
is returning to Poland for health reasons. We express our sincere thank
you for his pastoral assistance and wish him many blessings of God .
PRAYER TO ST. JOSEPH
Oh, St. Joseph, whose protection is so great, so strong, so prompt before the
throne of God, I place in you all my interest and desires. Oh, St. Joseph, do
assist me by your powerful intercession, and obtain for me from your divine
Son all spiritual blessings, through Jesus Christ, Our Lord. So that, having
engaged here below your heavenly power, I may offer my thanksgiving and
homage to the most loving of Fathers.
Oh, St. Joseph, I never weary contemplating you, and Jesus asleep in your
arms; I dare not approach while He reposes near your heart. Press Him in my
name and kiss His fine head for me and ask Him to return the Kiss when I draw
my dying breath. St. Joseph, Patron of departing souls - Pray for me.
This prayer was found in the fiftieth year of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. In 1505
it was sent from the Pope to Emperor Charles when he was going into battle. Whoever
shall read this prayer or hear it or keep it about themselves, shall never die a sudden
death, or be drowned, nor shall poison take effect on them; neither shall they fall into the
hands of the enemy, or shall be burned in any fire or shall be overpowered in battle. Say
for nine mornings for anything you may desire. It has never been known to fail, so be sure
you really want what you ask.
KRONIKA PARAFIALNA
Donacja. W imieniu parafian Bazylika Sw. Jozefa chce serdecznie
podziekowac osobie, ktora zakupila piekny kielich do celebrowania
Mszy Sw. Jest to bardzo drogi kielich z artystycznimi
ozdobami,wykonany przez slawnych artystow. Ten drogocenny dar jest
zlozony w duchu dziekczynienia Bogu za otrzymane laski. Jest to
przyklad silnej wiary wyniesionej z domu rodzinnego jak tez ofiarnosci
dla Boga i kosciola. Kielich ten bedzie poswiecony dzisiaj podczas
Mszy Sw. o jedenastej. Niech Bog chojnie blogoslawi ofiarodawcy.
Uroczystosc Matki Bozej Gromnicznej. We wtorek, 2-go lutego z
okazji swieta Matki Bozej Gromnicznej bedzie poswiecenie gromnic w
czasie rannych Mszy sw. Podkreslajac waznosc tej uroczystosci, dla
katolikow polskiego pochodzienia bedze dodatkowa Msza sw. w jezyku
polskim wieczorem o godz. 6:30 i poswiecenie gromnic. Mozna
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przyniesc swoja swiece z podprzednich lat lub tez nabyc w kosciele.
Poswiecenie Gardla. Wsrode 3-go lutego przypada swieto Sw. Blazeja
i tradycyjne poswiecnie gardla bedzie po porannych Mszach sw.
Dodatkowo poswiecenie gardla bedzie o godz. 1:30 i wieczorem o 6:30.
Pierwszy Piatek. Wystawienie Najsw. Sakramentu po Mszy sw. o
godzinie 7-ej i adoracja do godziny 3-ciej po poludniu. Adoracja
zakonczy sie modlitwa do Milosierdzia Bozego i blogoslawienstwem
Najswietszym Sakramentem. Wieczorem o godz. 7-ej bedzie Msza Sw.
po polsku i krotka adoracja. Bardzo prosimy wszystkich parafian o
udzial we Mszy Sw. wieczornej lub tez w adoracji w ciagu dnia.
Rada Parafialna. W srode 20-go stycznia bylo zebranie Rady
Parafialnej. Kilka punktow zasluguje na uwage. W roku 2012 bedziemy
celebrowac 125 rocznice parafii Sw. Jozefa. Postanowiono, aby ta
uroczystosc byla w pazdzierniku. Wczesniej jednak nalezy zwrocic
uwage na wykonczenie otoczenia bazyliki Sw. Jozefa szczegolnie
glownego wejscia. Rowniez postanowiono rozszerzyc kult Sw. Jozefa
dodajac dodatkowa Msze sw. w srody o godz. 6:30 wieczorem.
Discipleship. Kazdy czlonek rodziny sw. Jozefa stara sie poswiecic dla
kosciola swoj czas, talent i srodki materialne. Jest wielu ludzi, ktorzy
poswiecaja bardzo duzo czasu pracujac dla kosciola. Poniewaz nie biora
za to zadnych pieniedzy, godziny te powinny byc policzone I dolaczone
do ewentualnych potracen podatkowych. Ludzie ci zaoszczedzaja duzo
pieniedzy parafii i zasluguja nie tylko na nagrode w niebie ale tez na
pewna pomoc przynajmiej podatkowa tu na ziemi.
Koniec miesieca stycznia jest doskonala okazja by zweryfikowac ile
czasu i srodkow poswiecilismy Bogu i Jego Kosciolowi. Pomoze nam
to sprawdzic nasz kalendarz jak tez nasza ksiazeczka czekowa.
Tydzien Szkol Katolickich w USA.
W niedziele 31 stycznia rozpoczyna sie w USA Tydzien Szkol
Katolickich. Glownym celem tej dorocznej inicjatywy jest
uswiadomienie spleczenstwu znaczenia edukacji dla wychowania
nowych pokolen w duchu wiary. Szkola to bardzo wazna instytucja w
zyciu kazdego narodu oraz indywidualnym kazdego czlowieka. Dla
malych dzieci jest ona bezpiecznym miejscem nauki, zabawy,
modlitwy. Dla mlodziezy jest srodowiskiem w ktorym wzrastaja
intelektualnie, emocjonalnie i moralnie.Wspolnota nauczycieli i
wychowawcow korzystajac z osobistych i zawodowych sprawnosci
stawia wyzwania i ksztaltuje nowe pokolenia. Rodzice zas i inni dorosli
poswiecaja swoj czas i pieniadze by wspierac to bardzo wazne dzielo
edukacji i wychowania. Aby to przedsiewziecie bylo skuteczne i
owocne konieczna jest wspolpraca miedzy domem, szkola a
parafia.Tydzien Szkol Katolickich jest przykladem takiej wspolpracy.
W naszej parafii Szkola Katolicka sw. Jozefa realizuje swoja misje od
118 lat. W niu 7-go lutego bedzied uroczyste zakonczenie tygodnia
szkol katolicjich Msza Sw. Celebrowana przez ks. Bpa R. McManus.
Od Ks. Boguslawa Psujek
Poniewaz ze wzgledow zdrowotnych musze wczesniej niz planowalem
opuscic parafie sw. Jozefa w Webster, pragne niniejszym wyrazic moja
szczera wdziecznosc Czcigodnemu Ksiedzu Pralatowi Antoniemu
Czarneckiemu za wzbogacenie mojego dotychczasowego
doswiadczenia pastoralnego. Podziwiajac Jego zaangazowanie w trosce
o dobro duchowe i materialne parafii, szkoly katolickiej oraz innych
dziel dla dobra Kosciola Powszechnego zycze obfitego
blogoslawienstwa Bozego w dalszych wyzwaniach jakie zamierza
podjac. Dziekuje takze Wam kochane dzieci, ministranci, Siostry i
Bracia z ktorymi dane mi bylo przezyc najpiekniejszy czas swiat
Bozego Narodzenia. Niech sw. Jozef patron parafii i rodzin wszystkim
Wam blogoslawi.