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27 December
2020
CHARLTON, MA10 H. Putnam Ext.
P.O. Box 338 Charlton City, MA 01508
Pastor Reverend Bob Grattaroti
Associate Pastor Reverend Charles Omolo
Permanent Deacons
Bill Shea Steve Miller
Sacrament of Reconciliation by appointment at 508-248-7862
Sacrament of Baptism Baptismal preparation is required. Our next session is December 5th.
Sacrament of Marriage Arrangements for a wedding begin a year prior to the date.
Call Parish Office at 508-248-7862 for arrangements.
Eucharistic Adoration Perpetual Adoration takes place from the second story window to
the right of the portico until further notice.
Rosary Suspended for the time being.
CURRENT MASS SCHEDULE
Saturday 4:30 pm Sunday 10:00 am & 5:00 pm
Tuesday & Thursday 8:30 am
Parish Office: 508-248-7862 Fax: 508-248-5832
Email: [email protected] Website: stjosephscharlton.com
Saturday, December 26 4:30 pm Stuart M. and Dennis P. Tully by the Family Sunday, December 27 10:00 am Donald Mahan by the Family Tuesday, December 29 8:30 am Elizabeth Horn by Friends Thursday, December 31-New Year’s Eve 4:30 pm Fr. Norm Tremblay by a Friend Friday, January 1-New Year’s Day 10:00 am Mary Jane O’Neil by Friends from afar Saturday, January 2 4:30 pm Beatrice Pelletier by Friends Sunday, January 3 10:00 am Deceased Members of the Montville &
Zalansky Families by Susan and Tom Montville
5:00 pm Emily Dabrowski (4th Anniv) by the Family
2021 wall calendars are
available in the Narthex.
Please take one.
Baptismal Preparation session will take place next Saturday, January 9th. Please call the parish office at
508-248-7862 to register for the session.
3rd Bann Vincent Tiberri and Katelyn Seguin
The book I Heard God Laugh
by Matthew Kelly is available
as our gift to you (while
supplies last). Pick up your
copy in the Narthex. Also, join
the Zoom book discussion at
7:00 pm on January 21st.
YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY-We have sent out our latest care packages to all young
adults 18-24 that we have registered. To be added to our list of mailings or to help
support the ministry please email [email protected].
Interested in becoming Catholic? OR do you have a child over the age of 7
who has not yet received the Sacrament of Baptism, Eucharist or Confirmation? To find out more, contact Ted or Patty
Mass Monday-Friday at 9:00 am will be aired on Charlton
Channel 191. Also Sundays at 10:00 am from the Cathedral with Bishop McManus.
EDGE Weekly Winner
of the Random Gift
Card Drawing was
Henri Breaux.
New Year’s Eve Mass–Thursday, December 31 at 4:30 pm
New Year’s Day-Friday, January 1 at 10:00 am
Pope Francis has announced a Year of St. Joseph, in honor of the 150th anniversary of the saint’s proclamation as patron of the Universal Church. This is so that “every member of the faithful, following his example, may strengthen their life of faith daily in the
complete fulfillment of God’s will.”
DECEMBER 8, 2020-DECEMBER 8, 2021
Year of St. Joseph
Christmas Flower Offerings In loving memory of: Brandon Cohen, Dennis Sullivan, Neil Sullivan, Gertrude Sullivan, Jane Dada, Theodore Dada, Elizabeth Newman, Arthur B. Gauthier, Earl and Theresa Wright, Fr. Roland Chenier, Eugene and Josephine Ide, Steven Ide, George H. Fabrizio, Joseph F. Crosby, Henri R. Morin, Mark H. Morin, Joseph A. Stanick Jr., Edward R. Collins, Evelyn Collins, Nancy Kingsbury, Florence Ashe, Debbie and David O’Connor, Mary Lou Banaghan, Kevin McDonald, Chet Thayer, Irene Smaltz, Frank Smaltz, Samuel DiPietro, Mike and Claire Cavanaugh, Michael Sr. and Joseph Cavanaugh, Gloria and John Ells, Claire Virginia Cavanaugh, Fran Clark, Helen Denio, Helen Fortier, Florence and Robert Graham, Paul Marchand, Doris and Vincent Marcelonis, Joseph Proulx, Dawn Marie Provost, Mary and Leon Maynard, Annette and Hector Provost, Lucy Sency, M/M Alphonse Beland, M/M Paul E. Faford, Nichole (Faford) St. George, M/M Joseph and Nancy Beland, Mr. Henry Berthiaume, Madeline Donotelli, Deborah Mohring, Anna Routhier, Anita Berrfoly, Bernie Rawlston, Joseph Paquin, Joseph and Alice Fountaine, Delpha and Clara Paquin, John Croke, Anthony and Beatrice Silvestri, Francis and Marie Jalbert, Barbara and Butch Bonin, George and Margaret Legori, Joseph and Regina Silvestri, Elizabeth Tucker, Betty LaHair, The Kingman Family, Chrobuk and Annesty Family, Croteau Family, Anger Family, Toomey Family and the Deceased Parents and Children of Tom and Claudette Racine.
Matthew Kelly book selections have traditionally drawn record attendance and lively discussion
at our book discussions.
Don’t let the January 21st
discussion be an exception! Join us on Zoom at 7:00 pm
(scan code to join the zoom) or watch bulletin for the link.
If becoming closer to God is one of your New Year’s resolutions,
I Heard God Laugh will be an excellent resource
and companion for your faith journey. (clip to save)
A Christmas Message from Fr. Bob
Dear Parishioners and friends of St. Joseph's:
Christmas is different this year. We have all
been impacted in one way or another by this
virus. Nonetheless, the spirit of giving, sharing,
and loving continues still. As our Bishop
indicated in his Christmas letter: "Christmas is not
cancelled. Our way of celebrating has changed, but our reason for celebrating remains the same.
Christians have celebrated Christ's birth through many hardships over the centuries...."
The world's calendar recognizes December 25
as the birthday of Jesus. Obviously it has some
world wide importance whether it is celebrated
as Christians do, or simply recalled as a Holiday.
It is still globally significant. And what is most
meaningful to us, priests, deacons, Sisters, and
staff, is the fact that you believe this in your heart
of hearts no matter what the challenges of life
bring. And so, we thank you so deeply and
sincerely for your kind remembrances of us at
this special time. Just as the Wise Men went out
of their way to discover Jesus and to bring Him
gifts, so your kind sharing in so many ways, is
deeply acknowledged and appreciated. We
pledge our constant prayers for you and your
families at this time and throughout the New
Year. We add also special prayers for a quick end
to this pandemic, and for the healing of all those
who are ill, and for the protection of the army of
outstanding people who care for them.
As the angel said to Mary (recorded in the
Gospel of St. Luke chapter one), when he
announced the great News that she would give
birth to the Son of God, "For Nothing Is Impossible
for God."
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Father Bob Grattaroti
ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
The Blessed Sacrament is located in the front second floor window of the East wing of the building. Adoration continues
outside at the Church 24/7. You are able to park and pray from
your vehicle.
Remember us, O God; from age to age be our comforter.
You have given us the wonder of time, blessings in days and nights, seasons and years.
Bless your children at the turning of the year and fill the months ahead with the bright hope
that is ours in the coming of Christ.
You are our God, living and reigning, for ever and ever.
AMEN
The 12 Trees of Christmas A drive-thru Christmas experience based on the
Christmas carol The 12 Days of Christmas
continues through Epiphany January 3rd
Simply drive under the portico at the front of the church to
view depictions of The 12 Days of Christmas on evergreens. Each
tree was sponsored by and decorated by parishioners and/
or groups in the parish.
Sponsored by Adult Faith Formation Ministry
!PLEASE HELP US HELP YOU!
Please be assured that our priests do get and try
to respond to every message received on our
answering machine. It is important that should
you leave a message that you speak clearly and
recite your phone number twice. If the message is
garbled or unrecognizable we will not be able to
connect with you. Recently someone called for a
confession but the number given turned out to be
incorrect. If you have left a message and have not
heard back from a priest, please call again.
Corner
PARISH OFFERINGS for the weekend
of December 20th and Christmas will be
reported next week due to early
bulletin submission for the Christmas
holiday.
If you would like to make your Christmas gift to the parish via electronic donation please use the link: www.stjosephscharlton.com/holiday-donation. Thank you and
Let us stay in touch with you through texts and/or emails. Text the word CHARLTON to 84576 or visit
app.flocknote.com/stjosephscharlton
Scripture readings for week of December 27th
S: Sir 3:2-6, 12-14 or Gn 15:1-6; 21:1-3/Ps 128:1-2,
3, 4-5 [cf. 1]/Col 3:12-21 Monday: 1 Jn 1:5—
2:2/Ps 124:2-3, 4-5, 7b-8 [7]/Mt 2:13-18
T: 1 Jn 2:3-11/Ps 96:1-2a, 2b-3, 5b-6/Lk 2:22-35
W: 1 Jn 2:12-17/Ps 96:7-8a, 8b-9, 10/Lk 2:36-40
Th: 1 Jn 2:18-21/Ps 96:1-2, 11-12, 13/Jn 1:1-18
F: Nm 6:22-27/Ps 67:2-3, 5, 6, 8/Gal 4:4-7/Lk
2:16-21
S: 1 Jn 2:22-28/Ps 98:1, 2-3ab, 3cd-4/Jn 1:19-28
Next Sunday: Is 60:1-6/Ps 72:1-2, 7-8, 10-11, 12-
13 [cf. 11]/Eph 3:2-3a, 5-6/Mt 2:1-12
WELCOME to
St. Joseph Parish, we are glad you are here. If you are new to the Parish please
contact Sr. Agnes at 508-248-7862
to register.
PRAYER BEFORE
MASS-O God, who
were pleased to give us
the shining example of
the Holy Family,
graciously grant that
we may imitate them in
practicing the virtues of family life and
in the bonds of charity, and so, in the joy
of your house, delight one day in eternal
rewards. Through our Lord Jesus Christ,
your Son, who lives and reigns with you
in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God,
for ever and ever. AMEN
Food donations are always
Advanced Water Quality, Bill Delaney 508-248-1500
Alliance Realty, Diane Dabrowski (P) 508-248-6966
Allworth Realty 508-434-5871
Aucoin-Ryan Realty (Brenda Ryan) 508-765-9155
Bair Insurance Agency (Edward Bair) 508-248-4204
Bellanger-Bullard Funeral Home 508-764-3968
Camosse Masonry Supply (P) 508-248-4044
Carmelite Sisters of the Eucharist (P) 508-248-2936
CatholicMatch.com/MA 888-605-3977
Charlton Furniture 508-248-5566
Charlton Manor Rest Home 508-248-5136
Charlton Oil Company 508-248-9797
Charlton Optical 508-248-1188
Charlton Funeral Home 508-248-4200
Coonan Insurance Agency (P) 508-987-7122
CBR Realtor-Anne Marie Sorenson (P) 508-612-8647
Daniel T. Morrill Funeral Home 508-764-7922
David Barbale Home Improvement 508-248-6709
DiPietro Masonry, Allen DiPietro (P) 508-248-4704
Elliot Burlingame & Sons, Inc. (P) 508-248-5076
Fairway NE Mortgage-William Murphy (P) 508-407-8300
George’s Pizza and Subs 508-248-2048
Harrison Landscaping 508-248-5488
Jeff D. Helgerson Excavating & Septic 508-248-7242
Jalbert Engineering (P) 508-347-5136
Joseph J. Szela & Associates P.C. 508-248-1040
Joshua Somers-House to Home Real Estate
O’Malley’s Truck & Auto Body (P) 508-248-5829
RPM Heating & Air 508-248-4474
Sansoucy Funeral Home 508-764-2567
Senior Link America 877-801-7772
(P) denotes St. Joseph Parishioners
FOOD PANTRY
2nd & 4th Wednesdays 9:00-11:00 am.
Food donations are gladly accepted.
508-248-7862
NEXT STEP BEREAVEMENT For parents who have lost a child. 4th Tuesday of the month, Medical
Office Bldg. Harrington Hosp. Rm 4. Sue Brunell 508-344-1564.
HOMELESS SHELTER ST. LUKE’S stlukesguesthouse.wordpress.com
MARY MARTHA GUILD Dedicated women serving the needs
of the church community. We are always seeking new members.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS meet the 1st Wednesday of the month
in the Knight's Room at 7:00 pm
SECULAR FRANCISCANS 3rd Wednesday of the month at 6:30 pm
www.stjosephscharlton.com/order-Franciscan-seculars
RCIA & RCIC Rite of Christian Initiation for
Adults or Children. Interested in becoming Catholic? Contact Ted or Patty Covill at [email protected].
MARIAN PRAYER CENACLE Divine Mercy Chaplet and Benediction of the Blessed
Sacrament Mondays at 7:00 pm
DIVORCE SUPPORT MINISTRY the 2nd and 4th Monday each month
7:00-9:00 pm in the K of C Room.
PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY Contact Ellen Thibodeau at
774-696-7544 if one is needed.
CANCER SUPPORT St. Vincent Cancer & Wellness,
Worcester. 1st Thursday with Mass at 11:30 am. 508-363-6246.
CALIX SOCIETY Catholic Support for those fighting
Addictions-3rd Saturday of the month. 9:30-10:30 am 2nd floor of Emmaus
Center, Webster. 508-887-2225
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION First Lights (gr. k-5)
Sr. Agnes Patricia [email protected]
EDGE Youth Ministry (gr. 6-8) Sandra Buron
LifeTEEN Ministry (gr. 9-12) Deacon Bill Shea
Adult Faith Formation (AFF) Susan Montville
YOUTH MINISTRY Sarah Stone
GRANDPARENTS RAISING GRANDCHILDREN
Sharing experiences caring & learning about resources.
Dianne 508-764-4553
24 HOUR PRAYER LINE 508-434-0106 or
Parish Mission Statement-We are a Community of Faith, called by Jesus Christ to become His hands, His feet, His heart, reaching out in love to each other, our families, our neighbors, our nation and the world.