Parish Staff Sacrament of Reconciliation: Confessions are offered every Saturday from 3:30 - 4:00 PM in the
Church or by calling the Parish Office for an appointment.
MASS SCHEDULE: Saturday: 4:30 PM; Sunday 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 5:00 PM ; Monday-Wednesday 8:30 AM
St. Patrick Parish: ‘A Faith Community since 1870‘ - Rectory Phone: 508-234-5656
+ MASS INTENTIONS +
Weekend of Dec. 10/11:
Sat., 4:30 PM + Leonard Skerry
- by his Family
Sun., 8:00 AM + Lucille Roy & William Susienka Sr.
- by their Family
Sun., 10:00 AM + Donald Forgit
- by Daughter & Granddaughter
Sun., 5:00 PM + Raymond Kane
- by his Family
8:30 AM Daily Mass Intentions Dec. 12-16: Monday + John & Dorothy Harris - by their Family Tuesday + Aubrey Mac Neil—by Marie Bastone Wednesday + Richard Laba - by his wife, Margaret
Thursday - No Mass
Friday - No Mass
Weekend of Dec. 17/18:
Sat., 4:30 PM + Michael Weldon (22nd Anniv.)
- by his Family
Sun., 8:00 AM + Peter Frabotta Jr.
- by the Gauthier Family
Sun., 10:00 AM + Carol Hirsch (1st Anniv.)
- by the Biagioni Family
Sun., 5:00 PM + Donald & Dorothy Forgit
- by their Daughter & Granddaughter
Members of the family requesting the Mass are asked to bring the gifts of bread and wine to the altar. Please make yourselves known to the lector
and sit near the gifts.
The Mass book is open for the months of October-December. If you would like to book a mass in memory of a loved one please call the
rectory at 508-234-5656.
December 11, 2016 3 Third Sunday of Advent
Welcome Welcome Welcome
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION SCHEDULE
Pre school Sunday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Kindergarten Sunday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM First Grade Sunday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Grades 2 & 3 Sunday 11:05 AM - 12:05 PM Grades 4 & 5 Sunday 8:50 AM - 9:50 AM
Children are to attend the 10:00 am Mass and take part in the Children’s Liturgy of the Word.
Grades 6, 7 & 8 Monday –6:45 PM - 8:00 PM Formal High School Classes will take place September-February at varied dates. Special Sessions take place throughout the year check the weekly schedule for times.
Middle School: Monday 6:45-8:00 PM High School: Sunday 5:00-7:30 PM
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Weekly Prayer Group & Bible Study: Wednesday 7:00-8:00 PM (Chapel) All Are Welcome!
RCIA The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults Non-Catholics or Catholic Adults seeking information about full initiation into the Catholic Church, through Baptism, Eucharist or Confirmation, should contact
Deacon Chris Finan at (508) 234-5656.
Upcoming Second Collections: Dec. 11-Retired Religious DEC. 18 - Utilities Dec. 25 - Christmas Christmas Flowers - No Date
Are you new to St. Patrick Parish? Become a member by going to mystpatricks.com to register on-line. Do you have students to register for Religious Education? Go to the Religious Education tab and register on-line, or by the office.
Sacrament of Baptism: For information concerning our Parent and Godparent Preparation Program, please contact the Parish Office approximately three to six months before the child is born.
Sacrament of Reconciliation: Confessions are offered eve-ry Saturday from 3:30 - 4:00 PM in the Church or by calling the Parish Office for an appointment.
Upcoming Meetings and Events: Dec. 11- Drop In Reconciliation: 2-3:00 PM; Church Dec. 11- Welcoming Committee Meeting: 11:30 AM- 1:00 PM Dec. 11- SPiN Action: 1:15-4:00 PM, Center Dec. 14- Blackstone Valley Quilters Meeting: 6:30- 9:00 PM; Center
OUR LADY OF THE VALLEY REGIONAL SCHOOL
71 Mendon Street, Uxbridge, MA 01569 508-278-5851,www.ourladyofthevalleyregional.com
Upcoming Faith Formation Dec. 11: Classes Pre-5 Dec. 11: Decision Point for 9th & 10th Grade Dec. 12: Grade 6-8 Dec. 18: Family Fun Night at La Salette Shrine for Grades Pre-8 (no regular classes this week) Dec. 18: Decision Point for 9th & 10th Grade
Sacrament of Matrimony: Couples should contact a Par-ish Priest as soon as they decide to marry and before any other arrangements are made. The Diocesan policy requires a minimum one-year period of preparation.
Sacrament of the Sick & Homebound Visits Please inform us when a family member is admitted to the hospital. Communion visits to the aged, sick, convalescing and homebound are a major concern to us. Please call the Rectory at 508-234-5656 to arrange these ministerial visits.
The Advent Season
The Advent Committee offers these opportunities for
enriching your Advent… Anointing after all Masses: Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 10th and 11th. Adoration: Quiet time before the Blesses Sacrament will be offered every Wednesday in the main Church from 3:00-9:00 PM. Stop in, light a candle and say a prayer. Sacrament of Reconciliation: Sunday, Dec. 11 from 2-3 PM. Come for confession and quiet. Support your Advent experience online: Sign up for “The Best Advent Ever” through Dynamic Catholic at the site below. It only takes a minute. Go to: http:/dynamiccatholic.com/best-advent-ever
Live streaming of Mass from St. Patrick’s will begin the 1st Sunday of Advent. Access it through YouTube on your computer and mystpatrick channel.
December 11, 2016 4 Third Sunday of Advent
Welcome Welcome Welcome
Reflections:
Hi Families, Just wanted to share with you an Advent prayer that I found that I thought was especially a prayer to keep in mind during this time of year. Blessings,
Christina
Best Advent Ever
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Let’s Connect! We are very excited about our new Audio/Visual Ministry here at St. Patrick’s. We are in the testing stages of streaming one Mass a week live, for our parishioners who are un-able to be present for our weekend Masses. We would like to build a team of people who are interested in audio/visual and are willing to learn more about our capabilities. We are in need of at least two people each weekend to
run the audio and visual equipment. Many hands make light work so please inquire if interested. Please contact Deacon Patrick if you are interested in being a part of a dynamic team helping St. Patrick’s spread the Good News.
God of Light and Truth,
give special grace to your children who suffer in darkness
In this night season of the year.
For those who are lonely,
bring them the warm light of companionship.
For those who are plagued by monsters in their minds,
sooth them with the healing light of your truth.
For those who are trapped in dark relationships,
Living situations, work, or addictions,
draw them into your bright peace.
In the darkest time of the year,
You sent your light into the world through Jesus Christ,
your Son; send your light into the darkest places of our lives,
that we may be freed from the bonds of darkness
And transformed by your light.
December 11, 2016 5 Third Sunday of Advent
Welcome Welcome Welcome
STEWARDSHIP/MINISTRIES
NAC Food Pantry: 508-234-4599 Open Tuesdays 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
& Thursdays 1:00-3:00 PM
Please remember those that are less fortunate. The NAC Food Pantry helps local area families, and will accept any nonperishable food in date. If you would like to donate please drop items off in the boxes at the entrance of the Church or drop a donation in the basket marked for the NAC Food Pantry.
The Knights of Columbus, Mumford Council #365 If you are not a member of the Knights of Columbus and would like to join us, please talk to any Knight or
visit www.kofc365.org.
Giving Tree Giving Tree: If you and your family would like to donate a child’s gift to a needy Northbridge family, please choose a tag from the Giving Tree. Toy and clothing gifts should be wrapped. Please attach the tag to the gifts. Gifts of toys and clothing must
be brought to church no later than 12:00 Noon on Sunday, December 18. There are also tags on the tree for donations to Catholic Charities for much needed fuel assistance. As always, your continued support is greatly appreciated!
Gift Certificates Available! The John 21 Community
Breakfast Ministry now has gift/donation certificates
available. If you would like to donate in someone’s name to this valuable ministry, please call Shelly at the parish office, 508-234-5656, to ask for a certificate.
Thank You!
St. Patrick’s John 21 Community Breakfast ministry provides a free, nutritious breakfast every
Saturday morning in the spirit of community fellowship and hospitality from 8-10 AM for those
in need in St. Patrick’s Parish Center.
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Hand-Made Manger This year’s Nativity raffle tickets can be found online or at entrances of the church. Please take a chance to win this beautiful Nativity modeled after St.
Patrick’s outdoor display. Red tickets are at all entrances of the church.
Ticket returns must be in by Dec. 18th! Cost: 3 tickets for $10 or $5 each
Prayer for Those in the Service
Almighty God, we stand before you asking for your divine mercy and protection. Embrace
with Your invincible armor our loved ones in all branches of the service. Give them courage
and strength against all enemies both spiritual and physical and hasten their safe journey back to their homes
and families. Amen
Please remember the following service personnel in your Prayers as they serve and protect our country:
Pvt. Tyler Finnigan, US Army, Ft. Devens, MA L.Cpl. Aaron Marshall, Okinawa, Eric Hoyt, Machinist 1st
Class, USS Dwight D. Eisenhower, U.S. Army, L.Cpl. Troy Monteville, Afghanistan,
LTJG David Mobed, US Navy, USS Mason
The OLV Regional School Parent’s Guild is selling Cash Calendars to raise money for the OLV school curriculum. Calendars are available for $10 each and
are on sale now through Dec 16th. They make great stocking stuffers!!! Over $2,500 in cash prizes will be given out in January! Contact: [email protected] or visit the OLV website to
Experience the Healing Power of Christ as we offer anointing for the healing of mind, body and spirit after all Masses.
He is really there! "I myself am the living bread come down from heaven." (Jn 6:35)
Consider coming and sitting a while with the blessed sacrament on Wednesdays anytime between
3:00 PM –9:00 PM
Day and night Jesus dwells in the Blessed Sacrament because of his Infinite love for me! "Behold I will be with you always even to the end of the world," because "I have loved you
with an everlasting love, and constant is my affection for you." (Mt 28:20; Jer 31:3)
By extending your pledge over a longer period of time, makes your contribution easier and perhaps more affordable to you.
Giving a Weekly Gift of = Over 2 Years
$ 2.00 = $ 208.00 (one less cup of coffee a week)
$ 5.00 = $ 520.00
$10.00 = $ 1,040.00
$20.00 = $ 2,080.00
Consider giving a gift to our Parish this Christmas Season.
