Saint Joseph Parish 173 Albion Street, Wakefield MA 01880 The Epiphany Of The Lord January 3, 2016 Pastoral Team Fr. Ron Barker, Pastor Merry Nordeen, Admin. Assistant Rose Dittmer, Faith Formation Anne Grant, Music Director Maureen Miller, Parish Accountant Mary Coles, Bulletin Editor Alex Canto, Facilities Manager Caleb, Parish Dog www.stjosephwakefield.org Phone: 781-245-5770 Fax: 781-246-2423 Sunday Mass Schedule Saturday Vigil Mass: 4:00 PM Sunday Mass 7:30 AM 9:00 AM (Family Liturgy) 11:00 AM, 5:30 PM Daily Mass Schedule Monday - Friday Mass 6:45 AM, 9:00 AM Saturday Mass 9:00 AM Parish Holy Hour Every Sunday: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Confessions Saturday 3:00 to 3:45 PM or by appointment. Chapel Hours 7:00 AM - Midnight Adoration (M-F)-10:00AM - 12 AM Weds 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM No Adoration on Holidays Religious Education Elizabeth Collins, Grade 1 - 2 Sharon Keith, Grades 3-8 Fr. Ron Barker, Grade 10 Carissa Scudieri, Youth Minister Diane Murphy, Administration Saint Joseph School & Early Childhood Center Dr. Joseph Sullivan, Principal Alayne Flynn, Administrator Phone: 781-245-2081 www.stjosephschoolwakefield.org
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Saint Joseph Parish 173 Albion Street, Wakef ield MA 01880
The Epiphany Of The Lord
January 3, 2016
Pastoral Team Fr. Ron Barker, Pastor Merry Nordeen, Admin. Assistant Rose Dittmer, Faith Formation Anne Grant, Music Director Maureen Miller, Parish Accountant Mary Coles, Bulletin Editor Alex Canto, Facilities Manager Caleb, Parish Dog www.stjosephwakefield.org Phone: 781-245-5770 Fax: 781-246-2423
Sunday Mass Schedule Saturday Vigil Mass: 4:00 PM Sunday Mass 7:30 AM 9:00 AM (Family Liturgy) 11:00 AM, 5:30 PM
Daily Mass Schedule Monday - Friday Mass 6:45 AM, 9:00 AM Saturday Mass 9:00 AM
Parish Holy Hour Every Sunday: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Confessions Saturday 3:00 to 3:45 PM or by appointment.
Chapel Hours 7:00 AM - Midnight Adoration (M-F)-10:00AM - 12 AM Weds 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM No Adoration on Holidays
Religious Education Elizabeth Collins, Grade 1 - 2 Sharon Keith, Grades 3-8 Fr. Ron Barker, Grade 10 Carissa Scudieri, Youth Minister Diane Murphy, Administration
Saint Joseph School & Early Childhood Center Dr. Joseph Sullivan, Principal Alayne Flynn, Administrator Phone: 781-245-2081 www.stjosephschoolwakefield.org
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Dear Parishioners,
As we begin the new year, a good resolution would be to set aside a specific time each day for prayer. You may wonder, what should I do during this time? A suggestion that may be helpful is offered in Matthew Kelly’s book, Rediscover Jesus, An Invitation.
The Prayer Process
♦ Gratitude: Begin by thanking God in a personal dialogue for whatever you are most grateful for today.
♦ Awareness: Revisit the times in the last twenty-four hours when you were and were not the-best-version-of-yourself. Talk to God about these situations and what you learned from them.
♦ Significant Moments: Identify something you experienced today and explore what God might be trying to say to you through that event (or person).
♦ Peace: Ask God to forgive you for any wrong you have committed (against yourself, another person, or Him) and to fill you with a deep and abiding peace.
♦ Freedom: Speak with God about how he is inviting you to change your life, so that you can experience the freedom to be the-best-version-of-yourself.
♦ Others: Lift up to God anyone you feel called to pray for today, asking God to bless and guide them.
♦ Finish by praying the Our Father.
This may also be a time to consider attending daily Mass. It is a good spiritual activity that feeds us with the Word of God and His Body and Blood as food on our journey to the kingdom of heaven.
I wish to thank all those that sent cards, spirituals, and gifts over Christmas. May the Lord bless you for your kindness and generosity.
I thank you for your generous support to the Clergy Collection that went to the support of the priests of the Archdiocese.
As a reminder, we will be having our monthly Healing Mass this Wednesday, January 6, starting with the rosary at 7:00 p.m.
May Jesus continue to shepherd you in all of your needs.
God love you,
CALEB’S
CORNER
Do you realize a dog’s
unconditional love exhibits the
love God has for you?
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Reflection of the Week
Our love of neighbor
is the proof that we love God.
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Scriptural Teaching Scriptural Teaching Scriptural Teaching Scriptural Teaching An Inquisitive Walk through the Scripture
Holy Year of Mercy
December 8, 2015 to November 20, 2016 Immaculate Conception to Christ the King
Please place this page on your refrigerator for this week’s reflection
"We recall the poignant words of Saint John XXIII when, opening the Council, he indicated the path to follow: “Now the Bride of Christ wishes to use the medicine of mercy rather than taking up arms of severity… The Catholic Church, as she holds high the torch of Catholic truth at this Ecumenical Council (Vatican II), wants to show herself a loving mother to all; patient, kind, moved by compassion and goodness toward her separated children”. Blessed Paul VI spoke in a similar vein at the closing of the Council: “We prefer to point out how charity has been the principal religious feature of this Council… the old story of the Good Samaritan has been the model of the spirituality of the Council… a wave of affection and admiration flowed from the Council over the modern world of humanity. Errors were condemned, indeed, because charity demanded this no less than did truth, but for individuals themselves there was only admonition, respect and love. Instead of depressing diagnoses, encouraging remedies; instead of direful predictions, messages of trust issued from the Council to the present-day world. The modern world’s values were not only respected but honored, its efforts approved, its aspirations purified and blessed… Another point we must stress is this: all this rich teaching is channeled in one direction, the service of mankind, of every condition, in every weakness and need”."
- Pope Francis, on The Jubilee Year
To experience the Lord’s mercy more fully during this Holy Year of Mercy, consider:
• Attending Mass more regularly • Joining us for adoration • Receiving the Sacrament of Reconciliation (confession) • Forgiving others • Doing random acts of kindness • Tithing
BIBLE STUDYBIBLE STUDYBIBLE STUDYBIBLE STUDY
Tuesday at 7:30 p.m.Tuesday at 7:30 p.m.Tuesday at 7:30 p.m.Tuesday at 7:30 p.m.
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Bereavement Community Hear how our members have dealt with loss and learn strategies and activities that have helped others move back into the warm peace of the
Lord. Meetings are held on first Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. in Our Lady’s Room. Please note time change to 7:00 p.m. Next meeting is
on Tuesday, January 5, 2016.
Faith Sharing Join us for insights and fellowship.
Mondays at 9:30 am in Our Lady’s Room Meetings resume on Monday, January 11, 2016.
Tuesdays at noon. Call for confirmation. Meetings resume on Tuesday, January 5, 2016. Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. in St. Joseph’s Room.
Call for confirmation for meeting date.
Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. in Our Lady’s Room.
Knit, Purl, Pray The Prayer Knitting Community meets on
Tuesdays @ 9:30 a.m. in Our Lady's Room. All are welcome.
Affirming Life Community Heartbeat Pregnancy Center (781) 229-7887
A Women’s Concern Toll Free (866) 435-7292
Rachel’s Vineyard 877 HOPE 4 ME (877-467-3463)
Living With Chronic Illness Support Group Support ministry for those experiencing chronic
illness, cancer, or long term medical conditions from both visible or invisible illnesses. Caretakers
of anyone who has a chronic illness are welcome.
Next meeting will be on January 13, 2016 at 7:30
p.m. in Our Lady’s Room.
Separated/Divorced Support Group
The Program on Separation and Divorce will
resume in February. Please call Rose 617-697-
0888 for reservations.
St. Joseph Table Serving healthful meals to those in need. The Second Friday and Fourth Wednesday each
month. Schedules may change to accommodate
certain holy days and holidays.
ADULT FOCUS Religious Education
SAINT JOSEPH SCHOOL NEWS
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Wishing all students and their families a very happy and blessed Christmas season and a wonderful New Year filled with the joy of Jesus’ love. See you in 2016!
Adoration Coverage Needed We are especially in need of coverage on Tuesdays from 3:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., and 4:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.,
Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., Thursdays from 1:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m., and Fridays from 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Please call the rectory to sign up.
For more information on any of these programs, please call Rose at 617-697-0888 or email: [email protected].
St. Joseph School Registrations
for 2016-2017 School Year
Due to the number of early requests from new families for Saint Joseph School we have decided to begin enrolling children now for grades Pre-School through grade 8. For information or to schedule a visit or tour, please call 781-245-2081/781-245-0796 or visit our website www.stjosephschoolwakefield.org
We look forward to hearing from you!
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OFFERTORY DECEMBER 26OFFERTORY DECEMBER 26OFFERTORY DECEMBER 26OFFERTORY DECEMBER 26----27 $ 12,81427 $ 12,81427 $ 12,81427 $ 12,814 Please remember St. Joseph Parish in your will.
Needed to make expenses $ 60,000.00 Without Grand Annual Collection
Weekly amount needed: $ 15,000.00
PARENTING CORNER
We celebrate the Epiphany this weekend. Several parents in our Religious Education Focus Groups offered their customs to mark the celebration:
* We attend Mass and pray for family and friends, especially those from other cultures, a tradition which reflects the inclusiveness of Christ's message - that He came for all nations.
* We add the Wise Men to the manger.
* The children wrap a little gift in celebration of the gifts the 3 Wise Men brought to Jesus.
* Children wake up to find little gifts and then present them to some needy children.
* We reflect on the year's favorite memories and write them in a journal. We write out and discuss our hopes and expectations for the coming year.
* We make a Little Christmas dinner.
Reminder! CORI Forms
If you have received a CORI and/or Code of
Conduct form in the mail, please return them with
a copy of your license or other valid ID to the
rectory. Thank you!
Need a little help with your everyday activities?
Contact Our Christian Service Ministry. If you are experiencing a difficult time and in need of some help or interested in joining this ministry, please call: Lucia Beaton at 781-820-6039.
On the feast of Epiphany we celebrate a holy day adorned with the three mysteries: this day the star led the Magi to the manger, this day wine was made from water at the wedding, and this day Christ willed to be baptized in the Jordan by John in order to save us.
Some customs associated with Epiphany:
• Solemn blessing of water- With the commemoration of Christ’s baptism the custom of blessing baptismal water and nearby rivers or fountains was developed.
• Blessing of Homes - A beautiful and impressive rite of blessing the homes of the faithful. After the blessing the initials of the legendary names of the Magi - Gaspar, Melchior, Baltasar - are written with white chalk on the inside of the door framed by the number of the year, and all the symbols are connected by the cross. This year’s symbol would be 20 + G + M + B +15.
• Baking a King’s Cake: Insert a bean into the cake batter and whoever finds the bean is the “prince” or “princess” for the day. That family tradition also hosts the next neighborhood dessert.
Christmas Collection The Christmas Collection for the Clergy Health and Retirement Trust helped to care for the health and well-being of our priests. Our parish contribution of $ 23,766 will have a significant impact on the quality of life programs we are able to provide for our priests in the new year. If you did not have the opportunity to participate and you wish to make a gift, please visit clergyfunds.org or simply text the word PRIEST to 56512 (Msg. & data rates may apply). Thank you for your prayers and generous support of our priests.
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Your prayers are requested for the benefactors of our parish and the deceased of our community
especially Giuseppe Molinaro. Also, please pray for the sick among us and all those who have asked us to pray for them this week. Their names have been inscribed in our parish Book of Intentions in the Chapel. Please contact the rectory to add a name.
Saturday, January 2 9:00 Elizabeth Hayes, 6th Anniversary 4:00 Ted & Mary Petrucci, Memorial Mass Sunday, January 3 7:30 Barry Family, Memorial Mass 9:00 Agnes Accardi, 30th Anniversary 11:00 Kenneth Fahey, Birthday Remembrance 5:30 Joseph Rich, Jr., 1st Anniversary Monday, January 4 6:45 Estelle MacCutcheon, Memorial Mass 9:00 Rosemary Dwyer, Memorial Mass Tuesday, January 5 6:45 Michael Sasso, 9th Anniversary 9:00 Michael Sullivan, 10th Anniversary Wednesday, January 6 6:45 Daniel Hogan, Memorial Mass 9:00 Salvador Marsala, Memorial Mass Thursday, January 7 9:00 Anne Boncek Roberts, Month’s Mind Mass Friday, January 8 9:00 Phillip Glennon, Memorial Mass Saturday, January 9 9:00 Patricia Tine, 5th Anniversary 4:00 Clyde & Elizabeth Lowrey, Memorial Mass Sunday, January 10 7:30 Vincent F. Guerra, Memorial Mass 9:00 Paul Oliveira, Birthday Remembrance 11:00 James Connors, 35th Anniversary 5:30 Ralph Petraglia, 33rd Anniversary
Please pray for all those currently serving in the military and for all those deployed overseas especially Rory Connerty and Matthew MacKay.
My Brother’s Table REMINDER Next weekend, January 9-10, we will be collecting individually wrapped snacks for My Brother’s Table. Please bring donations to the foyer library and
Wakefield Interfaith Food Pantry There are drop off baskets located in the foyer by the library for your donations of non-perishable food items to benefit the needy of our community. This month the pantry is especially in need of brand name cereals. Thank you for your continued generosity.
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Thank you again to our wonderful parishioners for the tremendous response to our Giving Trees! We thank you for
making the year 2015 a year filled with the blessings that made our work possible. God bless you and your kind and generous hearts.
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