From the Rector Very Rev. Joseph Tizio, C.Ss.R. Staffed by The Redemptorists This Thursday, August 29th, we celebrate the feast of the Passion of St. John the Baptist. As you know, John was beheaded by King Herod, he murdered because he “spoke truth to power”. Among other things, I have always honored John the Baptist as a man of deep integrity, John did not care who anyone was, if he saw injustice, he spoke against it, if he saw people being treated with disregard and disre- spectfully, he challenged it. As you know from the gospel story, John challenged King Herod and as you may imagine, nobody challenged King Herod! Herod managed to have his brother killed so that he could marry his wife. The gospel tells us that John confronted Herod: “It is not lawful for you to have your brother’s wife”. Herod had John imprisoned, his brother’s wife, Herodias made sure that John was beheaded. In some countries there are men and women imprisoned and tortured because they have spoken against government leaders. In our own country there are men and wom- en who have lost their jobs or who have been ostracized and shamed because the dared to speak the truth that others will not speak. Sometimes, we forget that we wor- ship a Lord who was crucified because he spoke the truth that others did not want to hear. The death of John the Baptist deeply disturbed Jesus, besides his love for John, Jesus could see in John’s death, his own future death. Sometimes, we fail to speak out against injustice because of the fear of being ridiculed, inciting another’s anger, or being ostracized. The Passion of John the Baptist give you and me a chance to pray for the grace to speak the truth no matter the consequences. Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time August 25, 2019 Weekday Masses 7:00am and 12:10pm Saturday Masses 8:00am and 12:10pm Vigil: 4:00pm, 7:00pm (Haitian) Sunday Masses 9:00am,12:30pm, 5:00pm 11:00am (Spanish) Sacrament of Penance Monday-Saturday at 11:50am Saturday 3:30pm Wednesday Novena Service 12:10pm, 5:30pm, 6:30pm (Spanish), 7:00pm (Haitian) Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament Wednesday 8:00am to 5:00pm
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From the RectorVery Rev. Joseph Tizio, C.Ss.R.
Staffed byThe Redemptorists
This Thursday, August 29th, we celebrate the feast of the Passion of St. John the Baptist. As you know, John was beheaded by King Herod, he murdered because he “spoke truth to power”. Among other things, I have always honored John the Baptist as a man of deep integrity, John did not care who anyone was, if he saw
injustice, he spoke against it, if he saw people being treated with disregard and disre-spectfully, he challenged it. As you know from the gospel story, John challenged King Herod and as you may imagine, nobody challenged King Herod! Herod managed to have his brother killed so that he could marry his wife. The gospel tells us that John confronted Herod: “It is not lawful for you to have your brother’s wife”. Herod had John imprisoned, his brother’s wife, Herodias made sure that John was beheaded.
In some countries there are men and women imprisoned and tortured because they have spoken against government leaders. In our own country there are men and wom-en who have lost their jobs or who have been ostracized and shamed because the dared to speak the truth that others will not speak. Sometimes, we forget that we wor-ship a Lord who was crucified because he spoke the truth that others did not want to hear. The death of John the Baptist deeply disturbed Jesus, besides his love for John, Jesus could see in John’s death, his own future death. Sometimes, we fail to speak out against injustice because of the fear of being ridiculed, inciting another’s anger, or being ostracized. The Passion of John the Baptist give you and me a chance to pray for the grace to speak the truth no matter the consequences.
Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time August 25, 2019
Weekday Masses7:00am and 12:10pm
Saturday Masses8:00am and 12:10pmVigil: 4:00pm, 7:00pm (Haitian)
Exposition of theBlessed SacramentWednesday 8:00am to 5:00pm
Aug 24 Saturday
8:00am +Kimberly Anne Frawley 12:10pm +Frank and Virginia Kreckler Shrine and Purgatorian Members 4:00pm +Jean F. Krzyzanowski 7:00pm Purgatorian Society
Aug 25 Sunday
9:00am Fr. Robert Lennon 11:00am +Andrus Hernadez +Ramon Negron Fabiola Munoz 12:30pm Emmanuela Ancion 5:00pm +George Amrhein Aug 26 Monday
7:00am Mass Prefect 12:10pm +Joann Ware Aug 27 Tuesday
7:00am James, Joanne, Amy Win and Family 12:10pm Ryan Burke, Stephen and Michael Aug 28 Wednesday
7:00am James, Joanne, Amy Win and Family 12:10pm Stayssie, Yvrantz, Lyrna and Faithly 6:30pm Purgatorian Society Aug 29 Thursday
7:00am +Jamel Marie Frantz 12:10pm Mass Prefect
Aug 30 Friday
7:00am Mass Prefect 12:10pm TV Novena Donors
MASS INTENTIONS FROM THE RECTOR
En Español
Este jueves 29 de agosto, celebramos la fiesta de la Pasión de San Juan Bautista. Como saben, John fue decapitado por el rey Herodes, asesinó porque “dijo la verdad al poder”. Entre otras cosas, siempre he honrado a Juan el Bautista como un hombre de profunda integridad, a John no le importaba quién era na-die, si veía injusticia, hablaba en contra, si veía a personas trata-das con desprecio y sin respeto, lo desafiaba . Como saben por la historia del evangelio, Juan desafió al rey Herodes y, como pueden imaginar, ¡nadie desafió al rey Herodes! Herodes logró que mataran a su hermano para poder casarse con su esposa. El evangelio nos dice que Juan confrontó a Herodes: “No es líci-to para ti tener la esposa de tu hermano”. Herodes encarceló a John, la esposa de su hermano, Herodias se aseguró de que John fuera decapitado.
En algunos países hay hombres y mujeres encarcelados y tor-turados porque han hablado en contra de los líderes del gobier-no. En nuestro propio país hay hombres y mujeres que han perdido sus empleos o que han sido excluidos y avergonzados porque se atrevieron a decir la verdad de que otros no hablarán. A veces, olvidamos que adoramos a un Señor que fue crucifi-cado porque dijo la verdad que otros no querían escuchar. La muerte de Juan el Bautista perturbó profundamente a Jesús, además de su amor por Juan, Jesús pudo ver en la muerte de Juan, su propia muerte futura. A veces, no hablamos en contra de la injusticia por miedo a ser ridiculizados, incitar a la ira de los demás o ser marginados. La Pasión de Juan el Bautista nos da a usted y a mí la oportunidad de orar por la gracia de decir la verdad sin importar las consecuencias.
Reflexión“Porque, los últimos serán los primeros, y los primeros serán los últimos”. (LUCAS 13:30)
Nuestros estándares en la sociedad son diferentes de los están-dares de Dios. A menudo clasificamos a las personas por lo que tienen, lo poderosos que son o lo exitosos que son. Jesús nos recuerda que Dios no nos juzgará por los mismos estándares terrenales. Cuando Dios te pregunta, “¿qué has hecho con los dones que te he dado?” ¿Cómo responderás?
StewardshipStewardshipStewardshipStewardshipStewardshipStewardshipStewardshipStewardshipStewardshipStewardshipStewardshipStewardshipStewardshipStewardshipStewardshipStewardshipStewardshipReligious Education ClassesRegistration for Religious Education classes is now open for children ages 6 to 16. Classes will begin on Sunday, September 15th. The cost is $50 per child pay-able at the time of registration. For more information or to register for classes, please come to the rectory office. A copy of the child’s baptismal certificate will be needed at the time of registration. Registration forms can also be found on our website:
Gospel: Luke 13:22-30Celebrant: The Lord be with you.People: And with your spirit. Celebrant: A reading from the Holy Gospel according to Luke.People: Glory to you, O Lord.
Homily
Profession of Faith
General Intercessions: Respond, “Lord Hear Our Prayer”
First Reading: Isaiah 66:18-21
I believe in one God,the Father almighty,maker of heaven and earth,of all things visible and invisible.
I believe in one Lord Jesus Christ,the Only Begotten Son of God,born of the Father before all ages.God from God, Light from Light,true God from true God,begotten, not made, consubstantial with the Father;through him all things were made.For us men and for our salvationhe came down from heaven,
and by the Holy Spirit was incarnate of the Virgin Mary,and became man,
For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate,he suffered death and was buried,and rose again on the third dayin accordance with the Scriptures.He ascended into heavenand is seated at the right hand of the Father.He will come again in gloryto judge the living and the deadand his kingdom will have no end.
I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life,who proceeds from the Father and the Son,who with the Father and the Son is adored and glorified,who has spoken through the prophets.
I believe in one, holy, catholic and apostolic Church.I confess one Baptism for the forgiveness of sinsand I look forward to the resurrection of the deadand the life of the world to come. Amen.
LITURGY OF THE EUCHARIST
Presentation of the Gifts: Lord, You Give the Great Commission
Preface Acclamation
Memorial Acclamation
I believe in one God,the Father almighty,maker of heaven and earth,of all things visible and invisible.
I believe in one Lord Jesus Christ,the Only Begotten Son of God,born of the Father before all ages.God from God, Light from Light,true God from true God,begotten, not made, consubstantial with the Father;through him all things were made.For us men and for our salvationhe came down from heaven,
and by the Holy Spirit was incarnate of the Virgin Mary,and became man,
For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate,he suffered death and was buried,and rose again on the third dayin accordance with the Scriptures.He ascended into heavenand is seated at the right hand of the Father.He will come again in gloryto judge the living and the deadand his kingdom will have no end.
I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life,who proceeds from the Father and the Son,who with the Father and the Son is adored and glorified,who has spoken through the prophets.
I believe in one, holy, catholic and apostolic Church.I confess one Baptism for the forgiveness of sinsand I look forward to the resurrection of the deadand the life of the world to come. Amen.
Lamb of God
Recessional Hymn: Go to the World
HISPANIC COMMUNITY
RICA: Rito de Iniciación Cristiana de Adultos
¿Conoces a un adulto de 18 años o mayor que nunca ha sido bautizado y está interesado en la Iglesia Católica? Por favor, invítelos a simplemente dejar su nombre y número de teléfono en la oficina de la rectoría o para hablar con el Padre. Tizio. Por favor, no tengas miedo de invitar a otros a ser miembros de nuestra comunidad de fe.
Clases de Educación Religiosa
La inscripción para las clases de Educación Religiosa ahora está abierta para niños de 6 a 16 años. Las clases comenzarán el do-mingo 16 de septiembre. El costo es de $ 50 por niño a pagar en el momento de la inscripción.
Los Redentoristas: 150 Años en Boston
Únase a nosotros para celebrar la misión y el carisma de los Redentoristas. Este evento de apertura comenzará una serie diversas de experiencias que abarcarán los próximos dos años para reflexionar sobre el pasado y prever el futuro.
Sábado 14 de Septiembre de 2019 4:00 pm Misa de Acción de Gracias en la Basílica de Nuestra Señora del Perpetuo Socorro. Cena para seguir en el salón de Nuestra Señora de los Cedros del Líbano.
Entradas Limitadas a la Venta Ahora www.bostonsbasilica.com/150 • Llamar al 617-445-2600
HAITIAN COMMUNITY
Redanmtoris Yo: 150 Ane Nan BostonRejwenn nou pandan nap selebre misyon ak karis Redanmtoris yo. Evènman inogiral sa, pral debite divès seri esperyans kap kouvri de prochèn ane kap vini yo, pou reflechi sou sak deja pase pandan nap anvizaje lavni.
Samdi 14 Septanb 2019 4:00 pm Mès Aksyon de Gras Nan Bazilik Nòtre Dam Pèpetyèl Sekou. Resepsyon Dine, ap swiv nan Nòtre Dam Sèd Liban.
Biyè yo Limite; Yo deja An Vant www.bostonsbasilica.com/150 Oswa Rele 617-445-2600
Bible Class in French/CreoleEvery Second Tuesday at 8:00pm
Mes frères et soeurs. On ne peut donner ce qu’on n’a pas. Tout chré-tien, doit connaitre la parole de Dieu. Donc, il est important de se mettre à l’écoute, et à l’étude de la parole de Dieu, pour pouvoir partager avec les autres, combien Dieu nous aime.
Dans le souci de répondre mieux à notre vocation chrétienne, nous avons un cours biblique chaque deuxième Mardi du mois à 8:00 PM.
« Frèm ak sèm yo, nou pa ka bay sa nou pa genyen, donk antan ke kretyen, nou dwe, konnen Paròl Granmèt la. Se sak fè nou gen you kou labib, chak dezyèm Madi, a 8:00 PM. »
BASILICA MEMORIALS
Basilica Memorial PlaqueHonor a loved one with a permanent memorial inside the Basilica. A limited number of engravable metal plaques are mounted near the Shine and Purgatorian altar for donor contributions of $1,000 or more. Your gift directly benefits the Basilica and the on going restoration work that is continually needed. A 1” x 4” metal plaque can be engraved with up to 20 characters on each line, up to 4 lines. Spaces and punctuation are characters.
Masses and EnrollmentsThe Basilica’s sacred altars and presence as a spiritual home for over a century provides a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the liturgy for your intentions. Masses for living and deceased can be offered throughout the year. We also have special perpetual Mass enrollment societies that provide daily and weekly remembrances as long as the Basilica endures.
For details visit the Rectory Office or our website,www.bostonsbasilica.com/shop
1545 Tremont Street • Boston, MA 02120www.bostonsbasilica.com
617-445-2600
Rector/PastorVery Rev. Joseph Tizio, C.Ss.R.
Parochial VicarsRev. Robert Lennon, C.Ss.R.Rev. Francis Sullivan, C.Ss.R.
Rev. Charles Hergenroeder, C.Ss.R. Rev. John Furey, C.Ss.R.
Rev. Anthony Michalik C.Ss.R.Rev. Pierre Desruisseaux, C.Ss.R.
Director of Religious EducationSr. Christiana Onyewuche, EHJ
English - Mondays, 6:30pm in Parish CenterSpanish - Mondays, 7:00pm in the Church
Our Lady of Perpetual HelpMission Grammar School
94 St. Alphonsus Street • 617-442-2660
NEWS & EVENTS
StewardshipStewardshipStewardshipStewardshipStewardshipReflection“For behold, some are last who will be first and some are first who will be last.” (Luke 13:30)
Our standards in society are different from God’s standards. We often rank people by what they have, how powerful they are, or how suc-cessful they are. Jesus reminds us that God will not judge us by the same earthly standards. When God asks you, “what have you done with the gifts I have given you?” How will you respond?
Gift of One HourPlease remember that we depend on your weekly offering to continue the ministry of our parish. We ask that you consider giving the equivalent of one hour of your weekly salary. If you can not commit one hour at this time, we ask that you contrib-ute at least $5 as a minimum offering for the upkeep and mission of the church. Every gift will be used wisely and carefully. Thank You!
RCIA: Rite of Christian Initiation of AdultsDo you know an adult 18 years of age and older who has never been baptized and is interested in the Catholic Church? Do you know an adult who has been away from the church for a long time and has never made their First Communion or Confirmation? Do you know and adult who is a member of another faith but is interested in the Catholic Faith? Please invite them to simply leave their name and phone number at the Rectory office.
School Supply Drive“Fill The Backpack” is a school supply drive to benefit students of the Mission Hill Community. Please consider donating an item to help fill the backpacks from July 1st through August 10th. Items to donate include: No. 2 Pencils, Spiral Notebooks, backpacks, pens, looseleaf paper, crayons, binders, highlighters, pocket folders, markers, rulers, glue sticks. Backpacks filled with supplies will be given to students in August. Help ensure our students are equipped to learn by getting them the supplies they need to succeed! Please bring your donated supplies either to the parish office, or place them in the baskets at the Holy Family altar.
7th Annual Walk for the PoorOur parish chapter of the St. Vincent DePaul Society will hold the annual Friends of the Poor Walk on Saturday, September 28, 2019. This event is part of a national program that provides funding for local Society of St. Vincent de Paul (SVdP) Con-ferences. Funds raised from these events remain local, allowing local SVdP Con-ferences to provide emergency assistance to those in need. The walk is 5.2 miles beginning and ending at the Basilica.
Fall Women’s RetreatThe theme of the retreat this year: “The Call to Holiness.” This retreat will invite you to reflect on your personal call to holiness and to the fullness of life in Christ. Octo-ber 11-13, 2019 at the San Alfonso Retreat Center, Long Branch, NJ. Please sign up at the office if you are interested in attending. We have a bus that can take 35 wom-en. The cost for transportation and retreat is $335.00 with a $50 non-refundable deposit, required at sign up. The final payment is due by Sunday, September 29th.
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