Mailing address: 271 Main Street, Saco, ME 04072 • Tel: 207-282-3321
E-mail: [email protected] • www.goodshepherdparish.us Office Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Good Shepherd Parish Biddeford, Lyman, Old Orchard Beach, Saco
(Church physical addresses listed inside)
November 13, 2016
Message from Monsignor René Mathieu: (1) Because of the various holidays at this time of year, we have many early deadlines for sending the bulletin to print. That is why some information may seem neglected or somewhat dated during November and December. Under the circumstances, we do the best we can! (2) Father Richard Ouellette died on October 16 at the age of 67 at a hospital in Massachusetts. He retired in 2004 due to heart disease. He is fondly remembered for his service in Biddeford as parochial vicar of
St. Andre Church (1977-1979), and pastor of St. Joseph Church (1989-1993). May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace. (3) As we observe the 13th anniversary of our perpetual adoration chapel, I commend the laity who make this possible, insuring that the Blessed Sacrament is available for adoration and prayer every hour of the day, seven days a week. This is a rare oppor-tunity in Maine. I express a special word of thanks to the Good Shepherd Sisters who provide space for the chapel in Esther House. (4) The Good Shepherd Parish Christ-mas Fair continues through this Sunday afternoon, November 13. Any outstanding major raffle tickets should not be placed in this weekend’s collection of offerings because the collection is deposited in the bank immediately after each Saturday even-ing and Sunday Mass and not opened until after the weekend. Any remaining tickets should be delivered directly to the fair in St. Joseph Church Hall. The fair continues until 1:00 pm Sunday afternoon. Beginning at 1:00 pm, winners of the various raffles will be drawn and all are invited to be present. (5) Our annual evening prayer service on All Souls Day is always a moving experience. About a hundred people gathered on November 2nd to pray for the dead, especially for the souls of parishioners, relatives and friends who died during this past year. We all feel deeply the loss of loved ones, along with their irreplaceable talents and the way they enriched our lives. We pray for their souls, consoled by the promises of our Lord and eternal life. (6) Parishioners will speak briefly at all our Masses this weekend to promote our Increased Offertory Campaign. Next weekend, November 19 & 20 is Commitment Weekend for the cam-paign. Please complete the card you received in the mail (or in church) and place it in next week’s offertory collection. (7) The annual collection of food (and money) for Thanksgiving baskets continues through Sunday, November 20. This project pro-vides much needed encouragement for those most in need in our community. (8) The Jubilee Year of Mercy concludes next Sunday. It has encouraged us to reflect on and act upon the traditional corporal and spiritual works of mercy. At the start of the year, Bishop Deeley made available special crosses to affix to church confessionals in Maine, as a reminder that the door to reconciliation chapels are doors that lead us sacramentally into the gift of the Lord’s mercy. On September 1, Pope Francis pro-posed “a complement” to the two traditional sets of seven corporal and spiritual works of mercy. “May the works of mercy also include care for our common home,” he said, explaining that as a spiritual work of mercy, care for creation “calls for a grateful con-templation of God’s world which allows us to discover in each thing a teaching which God wishes to hand on to us.” As a corporal work of mercy, he said, it “requires simple daily gestures which break with the logic of violence, exploitation and selfishness and makes itself felt in every action that seeks to build a better world.” (9) Installation of the new granite monument sign at the front of St. Joseph Church has been delayed due to a defect on the granite base. After consultation with Collette Monument, we have decided to order a replacement piece of granite. The lead time is long, but we felt that made the most sense. Thank you for your patience. (10) Thank You of the Week: to those who organized and participated in the St. James School spaghetti supper and road race November 4 & 5. Both events were very well attended. Thank you!
JOKES PRIESTS CAN TELL, Vol. 7 - Msgr. Tonne: Teacher: “Now, children, can anyone tell me why there is only one God?” Small Student: “There’s only one God because He’s everywhere and there’s no room for another one.” -Liguorian
Good Shepherd Parish Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time November 13, 2016
Most Holy Trinity Church St. Joseph Church & Ste. Anne Chapel St. Margaret Church St. Philip Church 271 Main St 178 Elm St (Rte 1) 6 Saco Ave 404 Goodwins Mills Rd Saco, Maine 04072 Biddeford, Maine 04005 Old Orchard Beach, Maine 04064 Lyman, Maine 04002
St. Brendan Chapel (seasonal) 40 Lester B. Orcutt Blvd, Biddeford Pool, Maine 04006
Rev. Msgr. René T. Mathieu, Pastor Rev. Robert Gaudreau, Parochial Vicar Rev. Dominic Tumusiime, AJ, Parochial Vicar Deacon Robert Parenteau Deacon Kevin Jacques
Confession times on Saturdays are below: 3:00 pm at Most Holy Trinity, St. Joseph & St. Margaret
3:30 pm at St. Philip
Apostolate of Prayer for Priests - Nov. 2016 13. Bishop Joseph J. Gerry OSB, Rev. Daniel Gagnon OMI 14. Rev. Mark Nolette, Rev. Normand Carpentier 15. Rev. Armand Bill, V. Rev. Jean-Paul Labrie 16. Rev. Joseph Cahill, Rev. Albin Andrus 17. Rev. Vincent Mellone, Rev. John d’Anjou SJ 18. Rev. Robert Parent, Rev. Costanzo Piselli 19. Rev. John O’Hara, Rev. David Cote
Vocations: Patient endurance will see you through to the end. God will give you the wisdom and the words to speak. What is holding you back from a
wholehearted “yes”? (Lk 21:5-19) If you think God is calling you,
call Fr. Seamus Griesbach: 207-773-6471; email: [email protected].
Website: www.portlanddiocese/vocations Facebook: VocationsME.
Prayer of Intercession: For world peace, that all nations will join together to work for justice,
we pray to the Lord...
The Presence Radio Network is 106.7 FM in Greater Portland,
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on phones w/ unlimited minutes.
The feast of St. Margaret of Scotland, Virgin, is Wednesday, November 16.
A Patroness of our Parish
The feast of the Dedication of the Basilicas of St. Peter & Paul, Apostles is celebrated Friday, November 18.
Lucille Langevin (born 1929) * Gerard Gendron (born 1923) Daniel Dentico (born 1926) * Nicholas Dubois (born 1992)
Robert Gagnon (born 1928)
May their souls and the souls of all the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace.
Saturday, November 12 4:00 pm St. Joseph: (Fr. Dominic Tumusiime) Edgar Michaud / Mary Jane Fournier 4:00 pm Most Holy Trinity: (Fr. Ron Labarre) Deceased members of the Houde & Reed families / Irene Nadeau (20th Ann.) 4:00 pm St. Margaret: (Fr. Robert Gaudreau) Marcel Gendron / Roger Pouliot 4:30 pm St. Philip: (Msgr. Mathieu) Lucille Hevey / Richard Lacourse Sunday, November 13, Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:00 am St. Joseph: (French) (Fr. Ron Labarre) Florence Fecteau / Aline Doyon 8:30 am St. Margaret: (Fr. Robert Gaudreau) Roland Valliere 8:30 am Most Holy Trinity: (Msgr. Mathieu) Jean & Eva Martel / Ben Woodbury 9:00 am St. Philip: (Fr. Dominic Tumusiime) Michael Bouffard / Gertrude Couture 10:30 am St. Margaret: (Fr. Robert Gaudreau) For the holy souls in Purgatory 10:30 am Most Holy Trinity: (Fr. Ron Labarre) Alan Bolduc (1st Ann.) / For All People in Good Shepherd Parish 11:00 am St. Joseph: (Fr. Dominic Tumusiime) Albert (13th Ann.) & Patricia (1st Ann.) Potvin / Eva Gendron +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
Monday, November 14 9:00 am Most Holy Trinity: Ludger Caron (37th Ann.) / Patricia Gray Tuesday, November 15 7:00 am Ste Anne Chapel: Special Intentions / Candide Brochu 9:00 am Most Holy Trinity: Fernand Binette / Joe Doherty
Wednesday, November 16 8:30 am St. James School: Jacques Morin / Robert Labranche 9:00 am St. Philip: Henry Hevey / Joseph Collins (2nd Ann.) Thursday, November 17 8:00 am St. Margaret: Daniel Stygles / Fr. Zenon Decary for favor obtained 9:00 am St. Philip: Lucille Hevey / Souls in Purgatory Friday, November 18 7:00 am Ste Anne Chapel: Sylvie Duclos / Mr. & Mrs. Conrad Picard 9:00 am Most Holy Trinity: Rose Thompson (9th Ann.) / David Wilmot ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Saturday, November 19 4:00 pm St. Joseph: (Fr. Dominic Tumusiime) Rita Ouellette (2nd Ann.) / Lucille Dumont Perron 4:00 pm Most Holy Trinity: (Msgr. Mathieu) James Benson (3rd Ann.) / Raymond “Moe” Montpas 4:00 pm St. Margaret: (Fr. Robert Gaudreau) Leo Patry (1st Ann.) / Deceased members of the Poreta family 4:30 pm St. Philip: (Msgr. Mathieu) Gerald Verville (1st Ann.) / Henry & Madeline Chretien Sunday, Nov. 20, Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe 8:00 am St. Joseph: (French) (Priest TBD) Florence Fecteau / Mariette Soucy 8:30 am St. Margaret: (Fr. Robert Gaudreau) Roland Valliere / Richard (21st Ann.) & Cindy (10th Ann.) Sawtelle 8:30 am Most Holy Trinity: (Msgr. Mathieu) Paul Lambert / Irene Gonneville (39th Ann.) 9:00 am St. Philip: (Fr. Dominic Tumusiime) Michael Bouffard / Elmer R. Clapp (15th Ann.) 10:30 am St. Margaret: (Fr. Robert Gaudreau) Vivien & James Sullivan / Jason Woodman 10:30 am Most Holy Trinity: (Msgr. Mathieu) Robert Guay / For All People in Good Shepherd Parish 11:00 am St. Joseph: (Fr. Dominic Tumusiime) Bliss “ Ron” Powell (21st Ann.) / Maurice Guay
PARISH LITURGIES
Saco Food Pantry is in need of GOOD reusable plastic bags; they aren’t free anymore from Hannaford/ Shaws. Donate some if you can.
We try to list the name of the priest who will cele-brate every scheduled weekend Mass. However, this schedule may be changed without notice.
Good Shepherd Parish Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time November 13, 2016
The Sanctuary Lamp at Most Holy Trinity is burning this week
in memory of Ralph C. La Marre
THANKSGIVING BASKETS: Last Call! Next weekend, November 19-20, is the last weekend to donate food for the baskets. Canned vegetables, stuff-
ing, gravy, rice, pasta & sauce, macaroni & cheese, and dessert mixes are still needed. If you would like to make a cash donation, make your check or cash donation payable to Good Shepherd Parish and place in a sealed envelope clearly marked "Turkey Baskets" and place it
in the collection basket at Mass or drop off at the Administration office in Saco. St. Margaret Church will accept turkeys, but only on Sun., Nov. 20.
God bless you for your wonderful generosity!
Notes regarding Masses/Mass Times: Mass Intentions that were scheduled weekdays at 7 AM at MHT will now be offered at the corresponding 7 AM Ste. Anne Chapel Masses.
Monday AM Mass through winter will be held only at MHT at 9 am.
Next Wednesday, Nov. 23, there will be NO MASS at St. James School due to school vacation. There will be only 1 daily Mass that day at St. Philip Church at 9 am.
There will be just 1 Mass on Thanksgiving Day: 9 am at St. Margaret. ALL ARE INVITED TO JOIN US
for the next Behold Adoration Hour on Friday, Nov. 18 at Most Holy Trinity Church, 7-8 pm. Come & experi-
ence a powerful hour of power and praise & worship as we honor Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament.
A Thanksgiving Vigil Mass will be held at MHT Church on Wed., Nov. 23rd, at 7:00 pm. In addition to the regular offertory collection, we are invited to bring non-perishable food items to present during the Offertory. The food will be sent to the Saco Food Pantry to share with those in need. Thank you, in advance, for your generosity!
Eucharistic Ministers to the Homebound and Nursing Homes We would like to thank you for your commitment to bringing the
Eucharist to those people who are unable to attend Mass. This ministry is vitally important to this community. If you are presently distributing the
Eucharist in this capacity, we would like you to contact the parish at 207-282-3321 x 112 with your name, your phone number and the
name(s) of these individuals you are visiting. Thank you very much.
Volunteers Wanted: The Social Justice Commission is looking for folks who are interested in being involved, and helping the
less fortunate through our various projects. Contact [email protected] or 282-2451.
Food Collection Before Thanksgiving: Thank you to all who give so generously each week bringing in food
to help our community food pantries. Please know that during our Thanksgiving Food Collections, Oct. 29th to Nov. 20th,
all food collected in our churches will go toward Good Shepherd Parish's Thanksgiving Baskets for those in need.
Saco Meals is looking for a cook for the 4th Thursday of each month starting in January. This commitment is from 3 to 5 pm once a month on the 4th Thursday. FMI call Renee Morin at 282-3557.
SAINT JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL
25 Graham Street Phone 207-282-4084 Biddeford, ME 04005 FAX 207-286-3693 E-mail [email protected] Website www.sjsbiddeford.org
St. James School is Service, Academics, Faith & Excellence
St. James is a Catholic, parochial school committed to fostering spiritual, intellectual, social, emotional & physical growth in a S.A.F.E. and collaborative environment while empowering students to be cre-ative, to think critically, to act responsibly, and to serve with integrity.
Good Shepherd Parish Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time November 13, 2016
Saint James School
will be on
Thanksgiving Break
November 23-25.
There will not be a Mass at SJS on Wed., Nov. 23.
FAITH FORMATION
FAMILY FAITH FORMATION
Classroom sessions for all next weekend (Nov 20/21)
PLEASE NOTE: Beginning Nov 21st, Monday afternoon
sessions will be held at MHT. Please enter by the faith formation door.
Happy Thanksgiving to all!
YOUTH MINISTRY
FMI regarding Youth Ministry events/programs, contact youth minister, Josh Houde, 282-4812 x117 or [email protected].
Youth Ministry Sunday Meetings – 5:30 pm at MHT
Nov. 13 – Edge & YDisciple Night Nov. 18-20 – Journey Retreat for high school &
NO MEETING FOR JUNIOR HIGH Nov. 27 – Edge & YDisciple Night
Dec. 4 – Youth Mass
January 26-28 (Thurs-Sat): March for Life in Washington D.C. – The Diocese will once again be taking a bus of youth down to the March for Life in Washington D.C., an annual event mourning the
legalization of abortion in our country, celebrating life, and peacefully praying for an end to abortion. The cost is $260 per person and
includes two nights in a hotel, transportation, and several of the meals. Please contact youth minister, Josh Houde, if you would like to learn
more or register (contact info above).
YOUNG ADULT/FAMILY MINISTRY
November 17 (Thurs): Theology on Tap with Fr. Dominic Tumusiime: “The Church Universal: What the American and
African Church Can Learn From Each Other” – The next Theology on Tap will be held on Thurs., Nov. 17, 7 - 9 pm at The Kerrymen Pub in Saco, upstairs in “Mary’s Room.” Theology on Tap is a gathering of college students and young adults (ages 18-39) that features food, drink,
fellowship, and engaging discussions on topics of interest to Catholic young adults. Fr. Dominic is a missionary priest from Uganda serving at Good Shepherd Parish in Saco. He has a great sense of humor and joy, and is eager to share his insights having served in both Africa and the
United States. Please join us! FMI contact Josh at the above info.
November 29 (Tues): Monthly Potluck for Young Couples—Young married and engaged couples are invited to our monthly potluck Tues.,
Nov. 29, beginning at 5:30 pm. The evening will include a potluck dinner and a short discussion on marriage and family. Your children are welcome. This month’s potluck will be hosted by Josh & Pam Houde at
their home in Lyman. For directions/to RSVP, please contact Josh at 282-4812 x117, or [email protected]. Please join us for great fellowship with other couples!
REMINDER!! Parish employees or volunteers who have not yet taken a copy of the new Code of Ethics and completed the back
page, please help us get into compliance. You may get a copy in the Sacristy of any church, at the parish office, or get it online at the Dio-
cese of Portland website. Also, those who are signed up in Virtus, please make sure that your trainings are up to date. You may go to http://www.virtusonline.org/virtus/ to see if you have fallen behind.
(The following is an excerpt written & picture taken by Dave Guthro, Communications Director for the Diocese of Portland)
Students at St. James School in Biddeford gathered together on Mon., Nov. 7, to warmly welcome and thank a group of women religious
responsible for helping them to have the opportunity to receive a Catholic education. Representatives from the Servants of the Immaculate
Heart of Mary, also known as the Good Shepherd Sisters of Quebec (SCIM), visited the school and participated in a special prayer service.
The group included sisters who live in the community’s convent in Biddeford as well as members of the community’s leadership visiting from Quebec. The Sisters have been active in educating area children since the late 19th century, when they were asked to send sisters from Quebec who could speak French to Biddeford to serve as teachers at
Catholic schools. As teachers, principals, and assistants, the sisters have been looked upon as role models by generations of young people. Though
they are less in number, their commitment to Catholic education is stronger than ever. Each year, the community donates $25,000 to a schol-arship fund at St. James. “We are honored that the Good Shepherd Sisters
of Quebec are here today,” said Nancy Naimey, principal of St. James, during the service. “These sisters have contributed substantially to our
scholarship program and it enables many of our students to attend St. James School. We are so grateful. It is because of the sisters that
we are able to have our school here.” “The fact that the education continues here is very special to us,” said
Sr. Terry Gauvin, a Biddeford native who is the Provincial of the American Province of the Good Shepherd Sisters of Quebec. “As a
community, we’ve always appreciated and valued Catholic education. Catholic schools are not only the future of our Church, they are the
present of our Church.” The connection between the sisters and the students is hardly just a finan-
cial one. There is a deeper bond illustrated each month when students from the school visit the community’s convent on Pool Street. The visits include prayer, arts and crafts, snacks, singing, and a genuine affinity not
hampered by a difference in age or experience. One student even read a speech at the funeral of a sister.
Sister Theresa Rounds, the Superior General of the Good Shepherd Sisters of Quebec, was among those in attendance on Monday. Once the princi-pal of the former St. Mary School in Biddeford, she says that the sisters
also receive something very important from their dedication to the school and connection to the students. “The sisters get a
sense of hope. A sense that the future is not as bleak as the media sometimes makes it appear.
There are good people and the children, if given the chance, can lead lives that represent the
values that the Church stands for, that families stand for, that the country used to stand for.”
At the end of the service, students presented the sisters with red roses and a large heart made of paper hands. Prayers for
the sisters were written on each hand by every student in the school.
Our Theology on Tap CHANGE OF LOCATION for November is The Kerrymen Pub in Saco (512 Main St).
Good Shepherd Parish Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time November 13, 2016
The Affiliates of the Good Shepherd Sisters (men & women) will hold their monthly meeting next Sunday, Nov. 20th at 1:30 pm at St. Joseph Convent in Biddeford. Anyone interested in learning about the Affiliation is invited. FMI call Anita Cote, 571-4975. The Annual Harvest Supper is Sat., Nov. 19, 4:30 - 6:30 pm,
in St. Philip Church hall. Menu includes: roast turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, squash, peas, cranberry sauce, rolls, beverages, & homemade pies. Tickets: $9 for adults, $4 for children ages 7-12, and free for age 6 and under. Eat in or take
out available! The hall is handicap accessible. Please join us!
Free Community Thanksgiving Dinner on Nov. 24th Volunteers can help in these ways: 1) Donate a frozen turkey & drop it off by Nov. 17th or sooner; 2) Donate a cooked turkey,
then deliver at the MHT hall on Wed. Nov. 23rd between 4-7 pm; or 3) Cook a turkey that we get to you and bring it to the hall by Wed. Nov. 23rd between 4-7 pm. For more info, contact Mike at 468-0106.
Thanks a million for helping make this Thanksgiving a success!
Offertory Collection Report through Fiscal Year Week 18
*includes second collections Week Year to Date* Oct 29-30, 2016 $ 21,237 $ 506,968 Oct 31-Nov 1, 2015 $ 30,608 $ 522,081 Difference $ (9,371) $ (15,113) -2.9%
* All Saints $ 818
Second Collection This Weekend is for Christmas flowers to decorate our churches during the Christmas season. There is space on
the back of the envelope to write the names of those you wish to remember with your gift.
It is time to reserve your CHRISTMAS WREATH to be placed on your lot in St. Joseph or St. Mary Cemetery. The cost is $28.00 (installation and sales tax included). Just call 207-282-0747 to place your order.
The Daughters of Isabella Circle 828 will be having their annual Mass in November at MHT on Wednesday, Nov. 16th at 5:30 pm. This Mass will be followed by the monthly meeting and social in the hall.
Southern Maine Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Association: You are ALL cordially invited to the Thirteenth Anniversary
Mass of the Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Chapel this Sunday, November 13 at 10:30 A.M. at
Most Holy Trinity Church with Celebrant: Fr. Ron Labarre.
Consoling the Heart of Jesus Hearts Afire Stage I - Part II
A study focused on developing a personal relation-ship with Jesus and Divine Mercy. OPEN TO ALL
Tuesday evenings: November 15 – January 17 Most Holy Trinity 6:30–8PM mat. cost $25.00
Register online at goodshepherdparish.us or call the office at 282-3321.
Second Collection Next Week-end – The Catholic Campaign
for Human Development (CCHD): was founded to end the cycle of poverty in the U.S. by funding organizations that help
people help themselves. Twenty-five percent of this collection
will remain right here in Maine to support parish ministries that
make lasting changes in people’s lives and uplift the poor living in
our communities. In 2016, 5 Maine parishes received approx. $15,000 to help with ministries.
Thanksgiving “For the Poor” - Nov. 24: Collection to help those
in need at Thanksgiving.
Good Shepherd Parish is offering another Surviving the Holidays Grief Share program on Dec. 15. Our Surviving the Holidays seminar is especially for people who are grieving a loved one’s death. You’ll learn: How to deal with the many emotions you’ll face during the holidays; What to do about traditions and other coming changes; Helpful tips for surviving
social events; How to discover hope for your future. Also, be on the lookout for info on our 13 week grieving program starting January 19, 2017. FMI we invite you to contact: 282-3321; goodshepherdparish.us.
Christmas Coffee Ladies of Good Shepherd join us for fun fellowship, an inspiring speaker, tasteful goodies, and beautiful
charity! Register today at Goodshepherdparish.us or call 282-3321. Limited Seating Event. Please bring a
$25 Gift Card (from Hannaford, Shaws, Walmart, Target, Renys, Marshalls/TJ Maxx) to benefit 2 chari-
ties of the Good Shepherd Sisters: Esther Residence & Hope Rising. All the fun begins at 6:30 pm, Dec. 2, at MHT in Saco.
Christmas Coffee
Cindy Nickless, Executive Producer of the Presence Radio, to speak at Good
Shepherd Event for Ladies!
All men of Good Shepherd Parish are invited to join us for our TMIY! fall program titled "The Bible and the Blessed Virgin Mary"
which continues Sat., Nov. 19. *Meetings are Saturdays in the youth room downstairs at MHT. Liturgy of the Hours prayer begins at 6:30 am; Coffee & Social time at 6:45; DVD Program
begins at 7:00. FMI call Ken, 590-5805; or Dave, 590-5198.
Look what’s
happening at GSP!
THERE IS STILL
TIME TO COME
ON OVER AND JOIN THE FUN!
Don’t Miss It!
Bring your family and
friends!
See you at the Fair!
COMING SOON: Advent Vespers will be held each Sunday afternoon of Advent at 4:00 pm:
Most Holy Trinity−Nov. 27, Dec. 11, & Dec. 18; Ste. Anne Chapel−December 4.
Please join us in prayer as we wait in joyful hope for the coming of the Lord. (***Note: Incense will be used.)
