Staff and Volunteers of

Holy Name Parish 733-5823

Rev. David Aufiero Ext. 160 Pastor

frdave13@gmail.com

Rev. Msgr. David Joyce Ext. 161

Rev. John Hurley Ext. 112

Deacon Michael Goodreau Ext. 124

Ann Fabrycki Ext. 113 Parish Secretary

annfholyname@gmail.com

Sister Melinda Pellerin, ssj Ext. 130 Pastoral Minister & CORI Coordinator

Prayer Line: 733-5823 Ext. 113

Deacon John Vennard

Deacon Michael Hodges

Claudine Bouchard Ext. 123 Coordinator of Religious Education

Jorge Lopez 733-5823

Director of Campus Maintenance

Carol Allen 733-5823 Housekeeper

John Lynch 734-7113 Social Center Manager

Tom Veto Director of Music Ministry

Patrice MacArthur 271-0681 Website Manager

Blanca Davila Spanish Coordinator

22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

Saturday, August 31 4:30 Ann Gosselin By her husband Ed Sunday, September 1 8:30 Henry and Irene Smith By the Family 10:30 Paul Manship (Birthday Remembrance) By Wife Laura 12:30 Ana Lucia Otalvaro By Dan and Jan Bourque Monday, September 2 8:15 Fran McLean, Mary Bartello and

Nancy O’Connor By their Sister Tuesday, September 3 8:15 Tinh Tran By Nguyet Tran 5:30 St. Jude Novena Wednesday, September 4 8:15 Joseph Ruth By Family and Friends Thursday, September 5 8:15 Ana Lucia Otalvaro By Mary Reale Friday, September 6 8:15 Rosemary Eggleston (8th

Anniversary) By the Family Saturday, September 7 8:15 John P. O’Brien By the Family 4:30 Fran Maloney (Birthday

Remembrance) By wife Mary Ann Sunday, September 8 8:30 Rita, Boxie & Rick Boxold By Iggy 10:30 Intentions of Christopher on his

8th Birthday By the Tabarejo family 12:30 Maria A. Collado By the Family

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WORSHIP

Dynamic Catholic is coming to Holy Name Church!! Great habits create great lives. Are your habits helping you become the-best-version-of-yourself? At the Find Your

Greatness Event learn the habits for a great life! Our lives change when our habits change. Based on Matthew

Kelly’s book The Four Signs of a Dynamic Catholic, Find Your Greatness will introduce you to four simple ways

to reach your full potential. EVENT DATE is SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2019, 9:30a.m. – 1:30p.m.

The speaker will be Jonathan Fanning. All (ages 12 & up) are invited! Get your ticket now! To find out more, or

register at: https://dynamiccatholic.com/find-your-greatness-springfield-ma-sep-14-2019/ Cost is $25.00.

The Sisters of St. Joseph, Springfield, Massachusetts Invite you to Celebrate

The Liturgy and Final Vow Ceremony for Melinda Adrienne Pellerin, ssj.

on Sunday, October 13, 2019, 3:00 PM, at Holy Name Church Reception following Liturgy at Holy Name Parish Social Center

RSVP: Ann Fabrycki: 733-5823 Ext. 113, by September 13, 2019

We Invite and Welcome New Junior Lectors to Join the Ministry…. As we begin another school year, we would like to invite and encourage our young parishioners (6th grade and

up) to become part of our Junior Lectors group. You would do the readings at the Sunday, 10:30a.m. Mass.

along with other Junior Lectors, and will receive a schedule ahead of the date you are scheduled to read. It

is a wonderful ministry, and we feel you will not only find it very rewarding, but a way to build confidence

while you practice the skill of public speaking, so it becomes natural and comfortable. Please call the

rectory (733-5823) if you are interested and would like further information.

VOCATIONS - Twenty second Sunday in Ordinary Time Humility is needed for those who choose to serve. Are you able to recognize your gifts and offer them in humble

service? (Luke 14:1, 7-14) If you think God is calling you, please email vocations@diospringfield.org. Website:

www.myvocation.com

Prayer for Those Who Labor

Bless, O God, all those who labor. Whether they are compensated by paycheck or pride, let them know their true worth in your eyes. May all workers be gifted with a sense of service to the common good, and graced with the satisfaction of a job well done. Thank you for those whose work provides protection, comfort, healing, and relief from suffering and stress. May all of our labors be for your goodness and glory, O God. Amen.

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Are you familiar with the Holy Name Prayer Line?

It is a group of 30+ parishioners (called the Prayer Line Partners) who pray for anyone who is in need of

prayers for any reason. It could be an illness, loss of a loved one, etc., or a special intention. We invite you to share your prayer needs by calling Ann at the rectory (733-5823). You don’t even have to give us your name –

just who (first name only, or you can say a woman, a man, a parishioner) the group would pray for and a very brief reason (i.e., surgery, illness, special intention, etc.) for the request. We compile a daily list (Monday through Friday) and email it to the partners who have emails, and it is called in to those who do this by phone (first

person calls the second, and so on). Please contact Ann at the rectory, 733-5823, with your interest.

STEWARDSHIP

Collections for August 17 & 18, 2019 total $8,631.07! (This total includes the $860.40 collected for the Assumption.)

Many thanks to all of you!

Sr. Melinda continues to seek DONATIONS of individually wrapped cookies, small candy bars,

Tootsie rolls, lollipops, granola, and packs of peanut butter crackers for the candy bags that our

parish is providing to Holy Cross to enhance their Sandwich Ministry for the homeless. Thank you!

The OPEN PANTRY is in need of Oatmeal or Hot (Healthy) Cereal, Peanut Butter, Canned

meats and Spaghetti Sauce (in plastic jars or cans, if possible) But please, we ask that you do not bring any:

Perishables of any kind (bread, potatoes, fresh vegetables, etc.), pudding or Jello. Pick-ups are only done when we are at capacity, so perishables will go bad.

We cannot give them partially used or opened items

Also, please check expiration dates. We cannot give them items that have expired.

Thank you very much for your kindness and understanding!

SERVICE

LOAVES AND FISHES

This month our day falls on Labor Day, when members of our parish will gather at South Congregational Church on Maple Street to serve a meal to the hungry of our city. We are sure you will find it to be a positive and

rewarding experience, and it is so organized, it won’t take a lot of your time. American Chop Suey is the meal

we serve, and you are welcome to use your own recipe. If you can help with the cooking or serving, please call Ann at the rectory, 733-5823, or if you decide to come and don’t have time to call ahead, that’s fine, too. Meals can either be dropped off between 4:15 and 4:30p.m., or stay and serve and you’ll be on your way home in an hour. You’ll find plenty of safe, off-street parking right in the church parking lot.

Special Request: On Labor Day we have fewer parishioners to cook and serve because of the holiday. We truly hope you may be able to “fill in” by either cooking and/or serving. Thank you!!

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Concerning Hospital Visits If someone in your family is in the hospital and you want to have Fr. David, Fr. Joyce or Sister Melinda visit, please call the rectory at 733-5823 and leave a message for either father or Sr. Melinda, (ext. 130). Unfortunately, a parishioner’s name is not always on the daily list of Holy Name patients; so we ask that you give us a call with the information (name, which building, room #, etc.). This way you or your loved one will be assured of a visit.

EDUCATION

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION “We Need You! (Yes, You!)”

Please consider sharing your faith with the youth of our Parish. We are very much in need of catechists for kindergarten and middle school grades, as well as classroom aides and substitutes. We will provide the training and resources. Join us this fall–we all have something to offer! Registration forms for all grades (K-11) are available at all entrances of the church and at the Rectory. Please note: Children (of Holy Name parishioners) attending Parochial School must register with our Religious Education Office to attend classes for the sacraments of First Communion or Confirmation. Blessing of the Catechists takes place at the 10:30a.m. Mass on September 15th Classes begin September 15th

Tips on how to Avoid Scams from Mark Dupont at the Springfield Diocese

This summer we have heard of numerous and varied phone call, internet and text mail scams. In many instances the scammers have stepped up their game, researching parish/school/clergy/staff info online

(parish bulletins, parish websites etc) which then allows them to customize the scam to seem more legitimate.

Here are a few helpful hints: If it seems too good to be true, chances are it is TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE.

If you get a phone call or text/email inquiry regarding a utility bill or credit card issue NEVER respond

directly to that caller/sender or to any phone or email info that is provided. If you aren't sure whether it's a

scam, look up an old bill or get official phone number from 411 and call that number to verify. If any inquiry requests payment in the form of gift cards- IT'S A SCAM.

Alert your parish/school community that you never solicit via email or text messages and that they should

view any such communication/inquiry as suspicious and contact the parish/school office directly.

Finally, ALWAYS BCC (Blind Carbon Copy) email addresses when sending large distribution emails. Better

yet consider using an email sender service like Constant Contact. Sending emails TO or even CC to multiple email addresses exposes everyone's email address to potential hackers.

HOLY NAME EVENTS/OPPORTUNITIES

Part Time Business Manager Wanted Our parish is seeking a Part-Time Business Manager. The primary duties will be to work closely with the Pastor to

help oversee the financial operation of the parish. Some skills that will be important will be accounting software,

the managing of Payroll, Diocesan and Federal obligations as well as performing the Bookkeeping for the parish

expenses. In addition, the Business manager will keep track of payment progress for necessary improvements made

to the property. They will need to work collaboratively with the pastor and parish finance council. The ideal

candidate will demonstrate a genuine respect for the Catholic Church. A complete Job Description for the Part-

Time Business manager is available upon request. Please contact: Fr. David Aufiero at 413-733-5823 or email at

frdave13@gmail.com.

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Enjoy Coffee and Donuts with fellow parishioners in the Social Center this Sunday after the

8:30a.m. & 10:30a.m. Masses.

ATTENTION CRAFTERS….. The Holy Name Annual Christmas Bazaar continues! This year’s date is Saturday, November 16, 2019, 10:00a.m. until 4:00p.m. As always, this wonderful fair takes place at our Social Center. Crafters applications are now being accepted. Please call Peggy Pellerin at 413-739-1072 for applications and information. If you would like to participate in this year’s bazaar, we welcome

VENDORS, VOLUNTEERS and DONATIONS!! 1) Raffle Prizes - Donated raffle prizes will be grouped together and put into themed baskets, such as a

Candle basket, Children’s basket, Beauty basket, etc.

2) Children’s Books (please, excellent condition only) and unused D.V.D.s, and Empty Baskets If you have an item or items you would like to donate as raffle prizes, please bring to the Sacristy in a bag marked for “Peggy Pellerin”. We are also in need of empty baskets for the Themed Basket raffle.

Your support is very much appreciated. We can all work together to make this another great bazaar!!

Once again we’ll be having the Holiday Bazaar Raffle First Prize - Smart Flat Screen TV; Second Prize - Tablet; Third Prize - cash gift of $100 Also, we are in need of outdoor signs to place in strategic spots to alert folks of the date, etc. If you know of anyone who does this work (reasonably priced, of course), please call Peggy (413-739-1072) with their contact information. Thank you very much!

OTHER EVENTS & OPPORTUNITIES

Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Granby, 256 State Street (Route 202) is hosting a Chicken Barbecue and Pork Roast on Sunday, August, 25

th from 12noon to 4p.m. Adults $12, Kids under 12 $8. Hamburgers and hot dogs available, BYOB. Enjoy adult games, kid’s games, 50/50

raffle bake sale, and exciting raffle gifts ($1000 1st prize, $500 2

nd prize, and $250 3

rd prize). Contact Jeff at 413-552-7515 or email

jeffreylussier@lrexcavation.com; Don or Carol Zebrowski at 467-7693; the rectory at 467-9821 or email parish@IHMgranby,org.

An ALPHA Course starts at Mt. Carmel Church in Springfield on September 5th

for 10 Thursdays from 6-8:30. It includes a light supper, a DVD talk about Big Life Questions in a Christian context and small group conversation. No church connection is necessary, but even Church faithful enjoy surprising insights. No cost, but please register with Linda Tammi at 348-8242 or linaatammi@gmail.com; or Joyce Rosati, 566-2033.

Catholic Youth Mini-Fest, Sat., Sept. 7th, 10am - 3pm, at Holy Family Parish, So. Deerfield. DON'T DO FAITH ALONE. LET'S WALK

TOGETHER - IN CHRIST. Join Catholic teens from around New England for a day of fellowship, praise and worship, games, Adoration, music, confession, food, and more. This event is open to all high school teens. The cost is $5 at the door (includes lunch). Feel free to stay after and play a game of ultimate frisbee as we wait for the Vigil Mass at 4pm. To register, please visit us at www.facebook.com/madeforchristministries and get your free ticket, or e-mail us at madeforchrist1@gmail.com.

Please join Catholics for the Unborn for a pro-life vigil on Thursday, September 12th at 10 AM in the Holy Spirit Chapel, St Michael's Cathedral in Springfield. The vigil begins with Exposition, Recitation of the Rosary, the Divine Mercy Chaplet then Adoration. At 12 noon there will be Benediction followed by Daily Mass. Please support our efforts to protect innocent unborn life through prayer. Come for part or the whole vigil. For more information call Marilyn at 567-6085.

On Saturday September 14th, Pro-Life of Pioneer Valley in conjunction with the National Day of Prayer and Remembrance for the Unborn will be holding a Mass at Our Lady of the Lake Church in Southwick, MA at 11am. After Mass prayers will take place at the church's monument to the unborn behind the church in the St. Joseph's Courtyard followed by a lunch at the church hall. Please join us. A synopsis of the event: The National Day of Remembrance for Aborted Children 2019 is sponsored by Citizens for a Pro-Life Society, Priests for Life and the Pro-Life Action League. The groups are calling on pro-life Americans to honor the gravesites and monuments of our aborted brothers and sisters.

Irish Language Classes for Fall 2019...Irish language classes offered by the Irish Cultural Center of Western New England and Elms College begin in early September, with levels ranging from beginner through advanced. Classes take place at Elms College in Chicopee, MA. For class times, cost and more information on enrolling, visit the ICC website at www.IrishCenterwne.org.

Our Lady of the Hills Parish - Part Time Secretarial Position (16 hours per week). This position reports directly to the Pastor, and is responsible for a variety of administrative tasks, working four days a week, four hours per day (hours are from 9AM to 1PM) at the parish rectory office. We are seeking someone who has good interpersonal skills, is computer savvy, is familiar with excel, word, and is a continuous learner. Duties include assisting parishioners with arranging for funerals, weddings, baptisms, mass intentions, records documents, updates the weekly bulletin and other administrative tasks as assigned by the Pastor. This position also provides administrative support for the maintenance of cemetery records. Key to success is detail orientation and reliability. Please email olothparish@gmail.com

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