Parish of the Holy Eucharist Holy Martyrs Sacred Heart St Gregory St Jude September 23, 2018, Twenty Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time SEMINARIAN JOE MORESHEAD TALKS TO TEENS ABOUT THEIR FAITH Four Tuesdays at Sacred Heart 6:30 pm Jesus: Liar, Lunatic, or Lord? September 25 The Rationality of Belief October 2 The Existence of God October 9 The Problem of Evil October 16 Save the Date for Blessing of Animals Saturday October 6 Fr. Kaseta will bless your pets in the Sacred Heart parking lot beginning at 9 am. Bring your animals, everything from dogs and cats to hamsters and even horses, for a special blessing in remembrance of Saint Francis of Assisi’s love for all creatures. www.pothe.org
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Parish of the Holy Eucharist
Holy Martyrs Sacred Heart St Gregory St Jude September 23, 2018, Twenty Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
SEMINARIAN
JOE MORESHEAD
TALKS TO TEENS
ABOUT THEIR FAITH
Four Tuesdays at Sacred Heart 6:30 pm
Jesus: Liar, Lunatic, or Lord? September 25 The Rationality of Belief October 2
The Existence of God October 9 The Problem of Evil October 16
Save the Date for Blessing of Animals
Saturday October 6
Fr. Kaseta will bless your pets in the Sacred Heart
parking lot beginning at 9 am. Bring your animals,
everything from dogs and cats to hamsters and even
horses, for a special blessing in remembrance of
Saint Francis of Assisi’s love for all creatures.
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High School Forum on Faith presented by Joe Moreshead
Why is there evil in the world? Is there a God? Does it really make sense to believe? On Tuesday evenings from September 25 to October 16, seminarian Joe Moreshead will lead a series of presentations and discussions for high schoolers dealing with some of the big questions about faith. Sessions will run from 6:30 – 7:45 pm in the Sacred Heart Church Hall. Topics will include:
Jesus: Liar, Lunatic, or Lord? (September 25)
The Rationality of Belief (October 2)
The Existence of God (October 9)
The Problem of Evil (October 16) If you have questions about your faith or simply want to deepen the faith you already have, this is a great opportunity. Register now on our website or contact seminarian Joe Moreshead at [email protected].
Fall Hayride & Potluck Supper Friday October 12, 5:30 pm Wolfes Neck Farm 165 Burnett RD Freeport Join us rain or shine for a fun fall evening that includes a hayride, hot drinks, potluck supper, r o a s t e d m a r s h m a l l o w s .
Everyone is welcome. Bring a dish to share for the potluck supper. FMI Teresa Sirois at 232-4607.
Job Opportunity Office and Communications Manager Parish of the Holy Eucharist There is an immediate opening for an Office and Communications Manager at the Parish of the Holy Eucharist serving the communities of Falmouth, Freeport, Gray, and Yarmouth. This person’s responsibilities include but are not limited to: overall management of the parish office, including coordinating, directing and executing all non-finance parish operations, and responding to all telephone and in-person inquiries/visits. Works closely with Pastor, parish staff and volunteers. Oversees internal and external communications and outreach for Parish of the Holy Eucharist through the use of print, web, and other media forms. Qualified candidates will have 1-2 years of experience writing and/or editing electronic or paper media; proficiency in Microsoft Office, basic knowledge of web publishing is required, experience in website design and maintenance preferred; comfortable utilizing all means of technology available and a willingness to learn new technology. Must be a practicing Roman Catholic who understands and enthusiastically supports the mission and purpose of the Church and the Parish. Interested applicants should send resume and cover letter to: Melissa Bagdon, Parish Business Coordinator Parish of the Holy Eucharist, 266 Foreside Rd., Falmouth, ME 04105 Or email: [email protected]
The St. Gregory Leadership Team has transitioned from what was previously referred to as the “St. Gregory Visioning Team” when it was formed almost three years ago. It was formed in response to the Catholic Leadership Institute recommendation that each of the four Churches in the parish gather a group of individuals to provide input from the local community, as we work to implement our goals. The demographics of this particular group includes: couples, single persons, one of the spouses from a family, men, women, new parishioners, those who have been part of the St. Gregory faith community for many years, and even those who have left St. Gregory for business or personal reasons and returned. The team has met occasionally as a group, but often communicate via emails or through group conversations after the 4pm or 8:30am Masses at St. Gregory. As previously stated, the Leadership Team for each of the churches does not duplicate or replace the Pastoral or Financial Councils, but has been created to assure that each of the 10 communities that gather for the weekend Masses at our four churches have a connection with the larger parish and are able to provide input with the goal of enhancing the uniqueness of each worshipping community and ensuring stability. They hope to be a presence to help the pastor implement the goals developed from the Parish Survey. Submitted by Deacon Dennis
Bob & Raejean Gryzmala,
Sonya Roy Kathy
George Will Plante, Gail Plante, & Melissa Bagdon
Annemarie Salzberg, Charles Miller, Andrew & Brenda
Branigan, & Brenda Masse Paul & Faith Fecteau,
Listening Sessions Concerning the Abuse Crisis in the Church
Sunday, September 30 2-4 pm at Sacred Heart
Wednesday, October 10
6:30-8:00 pm at Holy Martyrs
The priests and staff invite you to come to speak to us about the abuse crisis in the Church. It is important that we listen to your
thoughts on the matter and how it is affecting you.
We are sad to hear of the passing of Travers “Frank” Putnam, who served our parish with dedication as Sexton at St. Gregory Church in Gray. A Funeral Mass will be held for Frank at St. Gregory Church on Friday, September 28 at 11 am. Please remember Frank’s wife Sharon and his other family members in your prayers.
Novena for Life at Holy Martyrs and St. Gregory this fall sponsored by the POTHE Knights of Columbus. Two novenas of prayer & penance beginning the weekend of Septem-ber 29/30 and continuing for 9 weeks. St Gregory, 3:30 pm beginning September 29 Holy Martyrs, 10 am beginning September 30 in the Chapel. Please come and join us for this Very Blessed Program.
All men of POTHE are invited to join us for a spiritually uplifting weekend. Say yes! Take some quality time for God and yourself. Plan to attend the retreat November 8 to mid -day
November 11. For additional information about ACTS, and to register on line, please visit our parish website, click on Faith Formation. FMI contact Peter Mullaney 329-5889.
FIRST SATURDAY MASS SATURDAY, OCTOBER 6
8:15 AM, SACRED HEART CHURCH 7:45 AM RECITATION OF ROSARY
On July 13, 1917, Our Lady appeared to the children of Fatima and said that God wanted to establish a worldwide devotion to her Immaculate Heart in order to save souls and to bring peace to the world. We can be a part of that movement by honoring the Lord's request through Mary!
The First Saturday Devotion meets the Catholic tradition to venerate the Virgin Mary particularly on Saturdays. This originated in the Scriptural account that, as the Mother of Christ, her heart was to be pierced with several swords of sorrow which is akin to the sorrow she must have endured on Holy Saturday after Jesus was placed in the tomb before his Resurrection on Easter Sunday. The First Saturday Devotion serves to help console the sorrows of God, Jesus, and the Virgin Mary for the sins committed against her Immaculate Heart.
Worship and Spirituality Faith Formation 3
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We meet every Saturday from 6:45 am to 8:00 am. Our new season starts Saturday 9/15 and our first 3 meetings will be held at St. Gregory's in Gray, then 3 weeks in Freeport,
then Falmouth, then Yarmouth.
We will be using Father Larry Richards' "BE A MAN" video series this year. If you are looking to take your faith life to the next level, become a better husband or a better father, please make plans to join us this
Saturday.
Fall Calendar (sessions start at 6:45am) September 22 at St. Gregory, September 29 at St. Gregory, October 6 at St. Jude, October
20 at St. Jude, October 27 at St. Jude
25TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME—Our liturgical season’s color is
GREEN.
This Week’s Theme: What does it mean to be great and to be part of a community? We hear the Gospel story (Mark 9:30-37) Jesus and his disciples left from there and began a journey through Galilee, but he did not wish anyone to know about it. He was teaching his disciples and
telling them, “The Son of Man is to be handed over to men and they will kill him, and three days after his death the Son of Man will rise.” But they did not understand the saying, and they were afraid to ques-tion him. They came to Capernaum and, once inside the house, he began to ask them, “What were you arguing about on the way?” But they remained silent. They had been discussing among themselves on the way who was the greatest. Then he sat down, called the Twelve, and said to them, “If anyone wishes to be first, he shall be the last of all and the servant of all.” Taking a child, he placed it in their midst, and putting his arms around it, he said to them, “Whoever receives one child such as this in my name, receives me; and whoever receives me, receives not me but the One who sent me.” WE PRAY: “Lord, guide us to follow your example of serving others
in the communities to which we belong. Lead us to Mass where our faith community gathers to thank and worship you. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.”
WE TALK: What does it mean to be great in the society in which we live? What does it mean to be great in Jesus’ eyes? Did Jesus have a faith community?
WE ACT: This week, I will try to include someone new in an activity and in my prayers. Go to pothe.formed.org to register for a FREE digital subscription through our par-ish. Explore the September resources for all ages!
On September 29 we celebrate the Feast of the Archangels:
Saints Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael.
Making Music Praying Twice classes begin this week! Now in its 5th year, Making Music Praying Twice early-childhood music, faith and movement classes are for moms and their children to come together and experience the power of music and faith in a fun environment. Fall Classes begin Thursday, September 27 and
Friday, September 28, 10:30 am at Holy Martyrs Church. Register now on our website. FMI: Jennifer Runge, [email protected].
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Sunday September 23, 2018 Coffee and Pastry Socials following the Sunday Masses. Serving and set-up help appreciated. Thursday September 27, 2018 Knights of Columbus Blood Drive at Holy Martyrs 2 pm to 7:00 pm. Saturday September 29 and Sunday September 30, 2018 NOVENA for LIFE Program at St Gregory’s Church at 3:30 pm before the 4:00 pm Mass and on Sunday at 10 am before the 10:30 am Mass. This Program is open for Knights, their families and parishioners. This Novena Program will run for nine consecutive Saturdays. September Knight of the Month – Seminarian Joe Moreshead September Family of the Month - DGK Joseph Mathew and wife Doris
Do you have any pictures or paintings that no longer go with your Decor? We would be more than happy to take them off your hands. We are collecting wall art for this year’s POTHE Christmas fair. Feel free to call me and I will come by and pick
them up if needed. Jane 207-615-5839.
Together With Alzheimer's: New and experienced caregivers are welcome to our meeting on Wednesday September 26 at 7:00pm at SH Rectory.
People contributed a variety of hearty main dishes to our September Friendship House meal: chicken chili, chicken enchiladas, pasta/sausage/veggies, mac/cheese, cooked ham. Other donations were a veg. casserole, salad, farmers’ mkt. veggies, cookies, whoopie pies, and toiletries. The men welcomed these
things enthusiastically and thank you all sincerely for your efforts. Our next meal for FH is Wednesday. Oct. 3. Deborah Nicklas @ 781-4362. Parish Assistance to Families in Need -- It is our commitment to help people in need. Requests are processed through the Commission of Social Justice and Peace. At this time in September, we ask that parishioners support the fund which helps families facing an emergency -(eviction from a home, cut-off of electricity, lack of money to buy medicine, food and household supplies.) In the recent fiscal year the Parish offered emergency assistance in 44 cases. There were some additional requests which could be resolved by guiding the needy person to an appropriate town or state program. Please consider what you might do to help.
Make a difference in your faith community POTHE is hiring! We currently have three openings:
Catechetical and pastoral leader for Holy Martyrs and parish wide coordinator of Small Group Ministry.
Office manager and communications director.
Part-time handyman. Are you called to ministry in a vibrant Catholic Parish? Are you a servant leader and missionary disciple? If so, prayerfully consider joining the team at Parish of the Holy Eucharist. Check our website for job descriptions. If interested submit a letter of interest and resume to Melissa Bagdon at [email protected].
Around the diocese…visit www.portlanddiocese.org for more news... Bishop Robert P. Deeley will celebrate the Red Mass on Sunday, September 30, at 10 am at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Portland. The next Rachel's Vineyard Retreat weekend will be ifrom October 26-28, 2018.Arrival time is 6 pm Friday, and departure is 1 pm after Sunday Mass. The weekend is experiential, Scripture-based and non-judgmental, with no more than eight participants. Anyone personally affected by an abortion, including women, men, relatives, and former abortion workers is welcome. Registration deadline is Friday, October 12. Please call Annette at 207-774-2420 and leave a confidential voicemail. She will return your call in the evening or on the weekend. Or email [email protected]. Visit www.rachelsvineyard.org for further information about this type of weekend retreat.
FIAT is a discernment group for high school students, college students and beyond who want to know more about RELIGIOUS SISTERS, and may be questioning this vocation for themselves. All meetings are on the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month, from 6:00–8:00 p.m. at St. Joseph Convent/409 Pool Street/Biddeford. Come join us on Friday, September 39 at 6:00 p.m. For more information Email: [email protected] or
Saturday, September 22 4:00pm HM Fr. G Beloved Deceased Members of the Obar/Tardy Families 4:00pm SH Fr. K Dennis Berdis by Nancy Martin 4:00pm SG Fr. M James Vallee by Mary Allyn Dennison Sunday, September 23 8:00am SH Fr. K Parishioners 8:30am HM Fr. G Jenna & Bradford Hart by Gayle Hart 8:30am SG Fr. M Chet Stokloza by Mrs. Thelma Stokloza 9:30am SJ Fr. K Bill Rice by Maryhelen & Family 10:30am HM Fr. G John Bonnell by Ellen Honan & Dick Curry 11:00am SH Fr. M Teresa Murray by Jerry Murray 5:30pm HM Fr. G Hector Rosquete by his wife Monday, September 24 7:30am HM Fr. G Caroll Bancell by Judith Goodrich 8:00am SG Fr. K Doris Harvey by Tom & Belinda Harvey Tuesday, September 25 8:15am SH Fr. G Deceased Family & Friends of Carl & Sheila Anderson Wednesday, September 26 7:30am HM Fr. G Margaret Ventresca by George Ventresca 8:15am SH Fr. K Deceased Family & Friends of Dan & Maddie Carrol Thursday, September 27 8:15am SH Fr. K Paula Sacco by G. Branco Friday, September 28 7:30am HM Fr. G Lawrence Durant by JoAnne Durant 8:00am SG Fr. K All Souls Saturday, September 29 4:00pm HM Fr. K Joyce Rogers by Rose & Edward Brooks 4:00pm SH Fr. G Leonard Logan by the Vozzo Family 4:00pm SG Fr. M Barbara Tracy Sunday, September 30 8:00am SH Fr. G Parishioners 8:30am HM Fr. K Jane Noyes by Edward L. Dilworth, Jr. 8:30am SG Fr. M Deceased Members of the Carroll & Lagueux Families by Bette & Val Lagueux 9:30am SJ Fr. G John Sargent by James & Maureen Gorman 10:30am HM Fr. K Josephine Marr by Dick & Carol Peterson 11:00am SH Fr. M Sean Keyes by Loretta MacKinnon 5:30pm HM Fr. K Holy Souls in Purgatory by a parishioner
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Saturday, September 22 6:30am SG Men’s Faith Formation 10:00am HM Funeral, Shirley Mooney 1:00pm SH Wedding Conroy/Kelly 3:15pm HM, SH, SG Confessions 3:30pm HM, SG Rosary Sunday, September 23 8:00am SJ Choir Practice 8:50am SJ Faith Formation 9:30am HM, SG Faith Formation 10:00am SH Faith Formation 10:30am HM Baptism Miles Peters 4:15pm HM Jr. High Youth Ministry Monday, September 24 8:00am HM Adoratiom 10:00am HM Children’s Adoration 10:30am HM Little Blessings 4:15pm HM Faith Formation 6:30pm SH Boy Scouts Tuesday, September 25 9:30am HM Centering Prayer 10:00am SH Grief Support Meeting 10:30am HM Consoling the Heart of Jesus 6:00pm SG Pastoral Council Meeting 6:30pm HM Financial Peace University 6:30pm SH Faith Formation 7:00pm HM ACTS Meeting Wednesday, September 26 10:00am HM Morning of Recollection for Women 10:30am Freeport Place Mass 3:00pm SH Youth Schola 6:00pm HM Evening of Recollection for Men 6:00pm SJ Faith Formation 7:00pm SH Choir Practice 7:00pm SH Together with Alzheimer's 7:00PM SG Choir Practice Thursday, September 27 2:00pm HM Blood Drive 6:00pm SJ Faith Formation Friday, September 28 8:30am SG Adoration 11:00am SG Funeral, Travers (Frank ) Putnam Saturday, September 29 6:30am SG Men’s Faith Formation 3:15pm HM, SH, SG Confessions 3:30pm SG Novena for Life 3:30pm HM, SG Rosary Sunday, September 30 8:00am SJ Choir Practice 8:50am SJ Faith Formation 9:30am HM, SG Faith Formation 10:00am SH Faith Formation 10:00am HM Novena for Life 4:15pm HM Jr. High Youth Ministry
APOSTOLATE OF PRAYER FOR PRIESTS OF THE PORTLAND DIOCESE Saturday, September 22 Rev. Philip A. Tracy, V. Rev. Richard Malo Sunday, September 23 Msgr. Marc Caron, Rev. Aaron Damboise Monday, September 24 Msgr. Charles Murphy, Rev. Antony Maria Doss, HGN Tuesday, September 25 Rev. Jacques Dolbec, SOLT, Rev. Paul Sullivan, SJ Wednesday, September 26 Rev. James Brewer, Rev. Robert Lupo Thursday, September 27 Rev. Phillip Cyr, Rev. Hyacinth Fornkwa Friday, September 28 Rev. Augustin Sebasthiyan, HGN, Rev. Antonio Amato Saturday, September 29 Rev. Robert Gaudreau, V. Rev. Thomas Murphy Sunday, September 30 Rev. Andrew Bisson, OFM, Rev. Patrick Agbodi, SMA TAKE THE TIME TO REMEMBER IN PRAYER Those who are ill or recovering from surgery…Liz Chandler, John V., Helen Roberge, Jack Mullin, Bonnie LaChance (wife of Paul LaChance), John Flood, Cathy Madore for upcoming surgery Our seminarians...Matt Valles, Joshua Maloney, Liam Gallagher, Joseph Moreshead, Alex Boucher, Joshua Guillemette, Than Pham, Hoa Nguyen Let us continue to keep in our healing prayers… Brother Donald Hamalainen, Brother Gary & Diane Potvin, Cynthia, sister-in-law of Brother Chris Madden, Art Crowley, brother of Brother Mike Crowley, Brother Paul Metevier, Father Ray Picard, Anne Theriault, sister-in-law of Brother George Spino, Laurene, wife of Brother Dennis Dempsey, Brother Manen Clements and wife Pat , Brother Mark Bastey, Michael A. Stone, brother-in-law of Brother Frank Lemanski, Nancy, wife of Brother John Walkenford, Doris, wife of DGK Joseph Mathew
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Clergy V. Rev. Fr. Daniel Greenleaf, Vicar General207-553-7041, [email protected] Fr. Peter Kaseta, 207-387-8577, [email protected] Fr. Paul Marquis, 207-233-5914, [email protected] Deacon Dennis Popadak, 207-553-2023, [email protected] Seminarian Joseph Moreshead, 207-847-6885, [email protected] Staff Melissa Bagdon, Business Manager, 207-553-7158, [email protected] Georgette Dionne, Director of Life Long Faith Formation, 207-553-9076 , [email protected] Kim Lovett, Faith Formation Administrative Assistant, 207-553-7042, [email protected] James McCann, Sexton, 207-653-9784, [email protected] Elizabeth Rosquete, Operations Manager, 207-847-6890, [email protected] Patricia Scott, Finance Assistant, 207-847-6877, [email protected] Music Ministry David Bartoletti, Holy Martyrs, St. Gregory, [email protected] Chip Carney, St. Gregory, [email protected] JoJo Kilroy, Holy Martyrs, [email protected] Ron Siviski, Sacred Heart, [email protected] Phil Thibault, Sacred Heart, [email protected] Sharyl Webster, St. Jude, [email protected] Jennifer Runge, Director of Music, Sacred Heart, [email protected] Social Justice and Peace Contacts Cathy Martin, Committee Chair, [email protected] Knights Officers GK Mike Crowley, Grand Knight, [email protected] Joe Mathew, Deputy Grand Knight, [email protected] Bereavement Ministry Beth Anne King, 749-7974 Adoration Ministry Jenny Manago (Holy Martyrs) 847-514-1813, Cindy Carrier (St. Gregory) 207-272-5943
Fr. Greenleaf Pastor
Fr. Kaseta, OFM Cap Parochial Vicar
Deacon Popadak
Georgette Dionne Faith Formation
Fr. Marquis Parochial Vicar
Parish Office 207-847-6890 Monday to Friday, 9 am to 4 pm
Parish Mission Statement We are the Parish of the Holy Eucharist, a Catholic Commu-nity called to discipleship seeking deeper communion with God, each other, and our neighbors by celebrating the Sacra-ments, sharing God’s word, and serving all in need.
Our Churches Please check calendar on page 5 for last minute changes to Mass times.
Holy Martyrs Church 266 Foreside Rd. Falmouth Mass Schedule Saturday 4:00pm Sunday 8:30am,10:30am & 5:30pm Daily Mass 7:30am, M, W, F Adoration Monday 8am - 8pm Confession Saturday 3:15pm Rosary Saturday 3:30pm
Sacred Heart Church 326 Main St. Yarmouth Mass Schedule Saturday 4:00pm Sunday 8:00am & 11:00am Tu. Wed. Th. 8:15am Confession Saturday 3:15pm
St. Gregory Church 24 North Raymond Rd. Gray Mass Schedule Saturday 4:00pm Sunday 8:30am Monday & Friday 8:00am Adoration Friday 8:30am -12:30pm Confession Saturday 3:15pm Rosary Saturday 3:30pm
St. Jude Church 134 Main St. Freeport Mass Schedule Sunday 9:30am Holy Martyrs Masses and Adoration are streamed live to our website and on Facebook Live Watch Sunday Mass on TV Channel 5 10:00am and 4:00pm
Deacon Dennis’ Office Hours at St. Gregory
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Monday 2 pm to 7pm Tues 9:30 am to 12:30 pm Thurs 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Melissa Bagdon Business Manager
PARISH INFORMATION Bulletin and Website Items for the bulletin are due 10 days prior to publication. Please submit information to [email protected]. Sacrament of Baptism for Infants Please contact Deacon Dennis as soon as you give birth to your child. Sacrament of Marriage Please contact the parish office at least 6 months in advance of the desired date of your wedding. Sacrament of Confession Held every Saturday in HM, SH, & SG at 3:15 pm or at any time by appointment with the priest. Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick and Pastoral Care to the Sick and Homebound Please call the parish office with the name, condition, address, and phone number of the person who is in need.
Adult Confirmation Please contact Georgette in the Lifelong Faith Formation Office. Vocations to the Priesthood or Religious Life Contact the Pastor, Fr. Daniel Greenleaf. Making Funeral Arrangements
Please contact the funeral home, and they will assist you in making arrangements for the church.
Mass Intentions Call the office or fill out an envelope found in the narthex.
Wishing to Register in the Parish Please contact the parish office or fill out the form on our website.
Wishing to Become Catholic Please contact the parish office and ask for the Lifelong Faith Formation Office.
Ministry to Those in Need Please contact the parish office and we will refer you to our Social Justice Commission.
