Saint Joseph Parish 173 Albion Street, Wakefield MA Seventh Sunday Of Easter

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1 Saint Joseph Parish 173 Albion Street, Wakefield MA Seventh Sunday Of Easter 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. 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 Phone: Fax: Chapel Hours 7:00 AM - Midnight Adoration (M-F)-10:00AM - 12 AM Weds 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM No Adoration on Holidays May 13, 2018 Religious Education Sophia Griffin, Grade 1, 2 Sharon Keith, Grades 3-8 Fr. Ron Barker, Grade 10 Carissa Scudieri, Grade 9,Youth Minister Diane Murphy, Administration Saint Joseph School & Early Childhood Center Dr. Joseph Sullivan, Principal Alayne Flynn, Administrator Phone:

2 Dear Parishioners, Happy Mother s Day to all of our mothers. This is a day we give special honor to our mothers for all that they do for us. When we look at a mother s job, we see them as cook, laundress, psychologist, taxi driver, teacher, nurse, judge, servant, gardener, shopper, disciplinarian, helper, friend, accountant, house cleaner, caregiver, and coach - just to name a few. They work 24 x 7. Also, when we read the story of creation, God created women last so they are His finest work. This is a good day to also honor our heavenly mother, Mary. She is the last gift given to us from Jesus as He was dying on the cross. He said to John, the apostle; There is your mother. We thank Mary for her motherly love, her intercession and maternal provision. She loves and cares for her children and prays for all to be with her in heaven enjoying eternal life. The greatest gift that we have received is Jesus, our Lord and Savior and He was born of Mary. It was from her that He was born as man. It is said that all graces come through Mary. Let us thank Mary for saying yes to the Lord s invitation to be His mother. Let us respond to Mary s request that we pray the Rosary each day and let us be obedient to our mother s last recorded words in Scripture. She told the servants at the wedding feast of Cana - Do whatever He tells you. CALEB'S CORNER We have a newly formed committee to review the condition of our facility (Church, hall and rectory). They will see what needs to be addressed to keep everything in good shape. We want to be proactive, to address issues before they become a major problem. They will be meeting on Saturday, May 19, to survey the buildings and property. I will be available for confession this week on Wednesday, May 16, from 3:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. May Jesus continue to shepherd you in all of your needs. My friends and I would like to wish all mothers a very Happy Mother s Day! God love you, 2

3 Reflection of the Week Keep your face to the sunshine and you will never see the shadow. HOLY HOUR A time of quiet music & reflection Sunday 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. PRAYER GROUP Hour of praise and charismatic prayer Monday 7:30-8:30 p.m. BIBLE STUDY Scripture Reading and Discussion Tuesday 7:30 p.m. HEALING SOAKING PRAYER Come meet us to pray for healing Wednesday 6:30 p.m. Thursday 2:00 p.m. Spiritual Teaching Rings and Grace When I look at my hands, I am reminded that I lost my wedding and engagement rings. I was multitasking as I packed for a trip, and I still have no idea where they ended up. I dreaded telling my husband about my careless mistake worried how the news would affect him. But he responded with more compassion and care for me than concern over the rings. However, there are times when I still want to do something to earn his grace! He, on the contrary, doesn t hold this episode against me. So many times we remember our sins and feel we must do something to earn God s forgiveness. But God has said it is by grace, not by works, that we are saved (Eph. 2:8 9). Speaking of a new covenant, God promised Israel, I will forgive their wickedness and will remember their sins no more (Jer. 31:34). We have a God who forgives and no longer calls to mind the wrongs we have done. We may still feel sad about our past, but we need to trust His promise and believe His grace and forgiveness is real through faith in Jesus Christ. This news should lead us to thankfulness and the assurance faith brings. When God forgives, He forgets. ~ Keila Ochoa. ~ Keila Ochoa. Our Daily Bread, 2017 by Our Daily Bread Ministries, Grand Rapids, MI. Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. 3

4 ADULT FOCUS 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. Next meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 5. Faith Sharing Join us for insights and fellowship. Mondays at 9:30 a.m. in Our Lady s Room Tuesdays at noon. Call for confirmation. Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. in Our Lady s Room. Knit, Purl, Pray The Prayer Knitting Community meets on 9:30 a.m. in Our Lady's Room. All are welcome. Affirming Life Community Heartbeat Pregnancy Center (781) A Women s Concern Toll Free (866) Rachel s Vineyard 877 HOPE 4 ME (877) 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. Date and time of next meeting to be determined. Support Group ~ Separated/Divorced, Annulled or those living with any broken relationship Next meeting will be on 2nd Tuesday of the month, Tuesday, June 12 at 6:00 p.m. in Our Lady s Room. St. Joseph Table Serving healthful meals to those in need on the second Friday and fourth Wednesday each month. Schedules may change to accommodate certain holy days and holidays. Please Rose at rmdittom@aol.com or call to volunteer with the dinner or for information on our programs listed above. Men s Group Men of the Immaculate Heart of Mary is a group of ordinary men, seeking an extraordinary encounter with Jesus Christ. Please join us every Saturday morning at 9:45 a.m., for 1 hour of fellowship, spiritual growth, and encouragement. Please contact Bill Hicks: (billhicks@ymail.com) for more information." 4 Saint Joseph Music Ministry The Saint Joseph Music Ministry CD is on sale for $20 each. Stop by the front office of the rectory or download the music online by using this link: Franciscan Spiritual Direction Our parishioner, Kate Chandler, has completed a program of Franciscan Spiritual Direction to help seekers discern the sacred presence of God in his or her unique and sacred journey. If you desire to grow in attentiveness to God s movement in your life and are seeking a deeper, personal relationship with God, Kate is available by appointment: kate.chandler44@gmail.com. Our Lady of Fatima Outdoor Rosary A monthly outdoor rosary prayer in honor of Our Lady of Fatima will start on May 13 at noon in front of the statue of Our Lady. For information on the messages of Fatima visit On this site, you can also view live broadcasts of services conducted in Fatima, Portugal, directly from the apparitions chapel. Adoration Coverage Needed We are especially in need of coverage on Mondays from 12:30 p.m. - 1:00 p.m., & 6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., Tuesdays from 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays from 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. & 4:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m., Thursdays from 3:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. & Fridays 1:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m., & 6:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Please call the rectory to sign up. Scripture for the week of May 13, 2018 SUN Acts 1:15-17, 20a, 20c-26/1 Jn 4:11-16/Jn 17:11b-19 Mon Acts 1:15-17, 20-26/Jn 15:9-17 Tue Acts 20:17-27/Jn 17:1-11a Wed Acts 20:28-38/Jn 17:11b-19 Thu Acts 22:30; 23:6-11/Jn 17:20-26 Fri Acts 25:13b-21/Jn 21:15-19 Sat Acts 28:16-20, 30-31/Jn 21:20-25 SUN Vigil: Gn 11:1-9 or Ex 19:3-8a, 16-20b or Ez 37:1-14 or Jl 3:1-5/Rom 8:22-27/Jn 7:37-39 Day: Acts 2:1-11/1 Cor 12:3b-7, or Gal 5:16-25/Jn 20:19-23 or Jn 15:26-27; 16:12-15

5 2nd Annual Leonard Duggan Memorial Golf Tournament Monday, May 21, 2018 Bear Hill Golf Club, 2 North Street, Stoneham. There are still limited sponsorship opportunities available at levels ranging from $100 to $5,000. Donations are also gratefully accepted. To register: /stjosephgolf Religious Education Summer Programs 2018 Summer Religious Education Class Grades 3-5 (entering Fall 2018) July 9- July 13, :30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Vacation Bible School ~ Ages 5-10 July 16 - July 20, 2018 Session 1 9:00 a.m. - Noon is FULL. Session 2: 1:30 pm. - 4:30 p.m. Introduction to Inner Healing Workshops What is Inner Healing and why are we all in need of it? Come and learn about the various aspects of Inner Healing and how our emotions affect our health and well-being with a DVD series from Christian Healing Ministries and an experienced Inner Healing Ministry team. All are welcome. Fridays: 9:45-11:00 a.m. through June 29 th in the Youth Room. For further information or for those who are interested and cannot make this time, please contact: Cheryl Germino Join the Wakefield Garden Club Annual Floral Way Plant Sale Saturday, May 19, from 9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Hartshorne House St. Joseph Parish Expenses Paid April 21, May 5, 2018 Audio Visual 636 Books & Pamphlets 267 Building Maintenance & Supplies 13 Coffee & Donuts 336 Hospitality 100 Music Ministry Program 24 Payroll & Taxes 16,419 Religious Education 730 St. Joseph School Support 4,000 The Pilot 360 Visiting Clergy Stipends 400 Wakefield Food Pantry 500 Total $ 23,785 OFFERTORY MAY 5-6 $ 12,567 Please remember St. Joseph Parish in your will. Poor Box Offering: April 2018 $1, Thank You Distributions for Month of April 2018 Utilities $ 3, Hotel North Ave. Diner cards Charlie cards (Shaw s) Food Gift cards $ 4, Note: As you can see above our distributions are much greater than our income, please help us by putting a few extra dollars in the Poor Box. SAINT JOSEPH SCHOOL NEWS 3rd Annual Saint Joseph School 5K Saturday, May 19, 2018, Wakefield Town Common Our registration platform is now open! Please sign up now at for our chip-timed 5K run ($25), our untimed stroller-friendly 5K walk ($20), or our 1 mile Kid's (under 12) Fun Run around the Common ($10)! Donate to support the event overall or a specific runner or walker at saint-joseph-5k! Join us for a fun fair on the Common from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., with a DJ, bounce houses, lots of fun and games, health and wellness vendors, demo fitness classes and delicious food offerings! For more information, visit Thank you for your support! 5

6 Your prayers are requested for the benefactors of our parish and the deceased of our community especially Mary Paris. 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, May 12 9:00 Mass of Thanksgiving 4:00 John Canty, 23rd Anniversary Sunday, May 13 7:30 Dorothy Brunaccini, 9:00 Michael & Peter Gonnella, Memorial Mass 11:00 Nerina Daloia, 5:30 Grace Petraglia, Mother s Day Remembrance Monday, May 14 6:45 Mary Judge, Memorial Mass 9:00 Special Intention Tuesday, May 15 6:45 Special Intention 9:00 Louise Bryson & Anna Caton, Wednesday, May 16 6:45 John Seymour, 9:00 Amanda Herrmann, Memorial Mass Thursday, May 17 6:45 Larry McCluskey, 9:00 Robert Brennan & Robert Brennan, Jr. Friday, May 18 6:45 Healing Intention 9:00 Sophia Kipfer, 15th Anniversary Saturday, May 19 9:00 Rev. John O Donnell, Memorial Mass 4:00 Lenny Duggan, Memorial Mass Sunday, May 20 7:30 John J. Thompson, Memorial Mass 9:00 Gloria Carrai, 2nd Anniversary 11:00 Robert Davis, Memorial Mass 5:30 Maria & Gaetano Scanio, Memorial Mass Please pray for all those currently serving in the military and for all those deployed overseas especially for Shane Baldwin, Steven Doucette, Matthew Hassey, and Justin Whitmarsh. It is with great joy that we welcome into the family of St. Joseph s the newly baptized: Kylee Ann Carlson child of Mark & Alicia Sadie Louise Coerver child of Christopher & Stephanie Andrew Robert Dougan child of Jared & Danielle Presley Mae Flynn child of Daniel & Katelyn Ethan Charles Hunt child of Christopher & Courtney Robert Michael Williams child of Robert & Sheila Laughter, THE BEST MEDICINE The minister was sick, and a pastor noted for his never-ending sermons agreed to fill in. When he stood up in the pulpit, he was annoyed to find only 10 worshipers present, including the choir. Afterward he complained to the sexton. That was a very small turnout, he said. weren t they informed that I was coming? No, replied the sexton, but word must have leaked out! ~Reader s Digest 6