saint joseph parish 173 albion street, wakefield ma 01880
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Saint Joseph Parish 173 Albion Street, Wakefield MA 01880 Twenty-Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
September 12, 2021
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PASTORAL Team Anne Grant, Music Director Maureen Miller, Accountant Lisa Palmere, Inner Healing Ministry Alex Canto, Facilities Manager Caleb, Parish Dog
RELIGIOUS Education Sharon Keith, Grades 1-8 Rev. Mr. Artie Rogers, Deacon, Grade 9 Fr. Ron Barker, Grade 10 Diane Murphy, Administration
RECTORY Hours MON – FRI 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Phone: 781-245-5770 Fax: 781-246-2423 www.stjosephwakefield.org ONLINE GIVING Online giving is available to parishioners. For more details, please visit:
https://www.stjosephwakefield.org/giving/
15 Gould Street, Wakefield, MA 01880 Dr. Joseph Sullivan, Principal Alayne Flynn, Administrator Phone: 781-245-2081 www.stjosephschoolwakefield.org
MASS SCHEDULE
SAINT JOSEPH SCHOOL & EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM
173 Albion Street, Wakefield, MA 01880
Fr. Ron Barker, Pastor Rev. Mr. Artie Rogers, Deacon Merry Nordeen, Administration
RECTORY INFORMATION
“A 21st Century Learning Community based on
Timeless Catholic Values.”
Enrolling Pre-K through Grade 8
WEEKEND Mass Schedule Saturday Vigil Mass: 4:00 PM, 5:30 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 Confessions Saturday 3:00 to 3:45 PM or by appointment.
CHAPEL Hours Monday - Friday: 6 AM – 9 PM Weekends: 7 AM – 8 PM
ADORATION Hours
Monday through Friday: 9:30 AM – 8 PM
Holy Hour Sunday: 7 PM - 8 PM
Praise & Worship Monday & Friday: 7 PM - 8 PM
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PASTOR’S LETTER Dear Parishioners, We all have different images of God. This reflection from the Word Among Us may be helpful.
God is on our side. He sent Jesus to become one of us so that we could spend eternity with Him. He has given us the grace of the Holy Spirit so that we can live a life pleasing to Him. These are such comforting truths, and yet we can sometimes lose sight of them. We can end up thinking, acting, and praying as if God has destined us for wrath and not for salvation.
How? By failing to remember God’s true character. Even when we aren’t fully aware of it, we might sometimes imagine God as a severe judge who is in the business of condemning people. We hear a harsh voice in our heads saying, “You keep messing up-what’s wrong with you?” Or “I know you’re not really a good person; it’s just a façade.” And if we’re not careful, we mistake this for the voice of God.
But that’s not how God speaks to us! He’s not waiting to catch us at every turn so that he can tally up our mistakes. He is a loving Father who wants to relate to us as any good parent would-out of love, not fear. He isn’t condemning us; He’s rooting for us. He’s in the business of encouraging and building up, not tearing down.
And when we do “mess up,” our heavenly Father is waiting for us to come to Him so that He can cover us with His mercy. He isn’t out to punish us, He knows that the consequences of our sin-our distance from Him, any suffering or ill effects of our sin-are punishment enough. He doesn’t want to make us feel even worse. He knows all the times we try hard to follow Him. Instead, He opens His arms to receive us. He heals the pain brought about from our sins and gives us grace for the future.
Are there times you have struggled with that harsh voice in your head and think that’s how God sees you? Imagine the Father as He really is: the God who wraps His arms around you and says, “You are my precious child. I love you and I forgive you.”
For those of you that may not have seen my letter last week, I brought up the topic of tithing. Our parish has been very fortunate that through the generosity of you, the parishioners, we are able to pay our bills without the need for a grand annual collection. However, the finance council alerted me to the fact that our current income will no longer meet our expenses due to the rising cause of health and property insurance. Our current weekly offertory is $15,500 and the council forecasts an increased need for $16,000. If you currently tithe to the parish, please accept my gratitude. Because of you, I sleep well at night. If you are not currently tithing to support the parish, please consider doing so. God promises to bring abundant blessings in return. Just as important as tithing is, is the method in which you tithe. We
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PASTOR’S LETTER (cont.)
ONLINE GIVING Online giving is easy! You can use credit cards, debit cards, or your bank account and start or stop at any time. You can also include charities like St. Vincent de Paul, special collections, or St. Joseph School. Please visit: www.stjosephwakefield.org and click on GIVING or, for help with set up and management of online giving, contact Maureen Miller the parish accountant.
receive donations in two ways: via the collection basket and electronically. The greatest amount of financial support arrives physically through cash and checks. However, this method does not provide stable support. Physical donations are easily affected by weather and vacations. Two weekends of storms can prove financially devastating to the parish. Electronic giving ensures that the parish is stable and allows us to budget our finances. I hope you will consider it. If you have any questions, just call the rectory. I am available for confession this week on, Tuesday, September 14, 2021, from 12:30 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. and on Saturday, September 18, 2021, from 3:00 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. in the church or at any other time by appointment. May Jesus continue to shepherd you in all of your needs. God love you,
PARISH NEWS
ADULT FAITH FORMATION We hope you will join us in viewing “The Chosen” about the life of Jesus through the eyes of those that knew him. September 13, 2021, Monday 9:30am Reckoning (Episode 2.7) 43 min September 14, 2021, Tuesday 6:00 pm Reckoning (Episode 2.7) 43 min 7:00 pm Beyond Mountains (Episode 2.8) 57 min September 20, 2021, Monday 9:30am Beyond Mountains (Episode 2.8) 57 min September 21, 2021, Tuesday 6:00 pm Beyond Mountains (Episode 2.8) 57 min 7:00 pm The Shepherd (Pilot Episode) 20 min
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CHOIR Returns "Those who sing, pray twice." - St. Augustine
We are welcoming new members into our Children's Choir (grades 2-8), Youth Choir (grades 8-12), and Adult Choir! If you are interested in joining any of our choirs and would like additional information, please see Anne in the the music area after Mass or send an email to: [email protected]
PARISH NEWS
SCRIPTURE TEACHING
HEEDING THE WARNINGS When a pickpocket tried to pilfer my property while I was on vaca on in another country, it wasn’t a surprise. I’d read warnings about the danger of subway thieves, so I knew what to do to protect my wallet. But I never expected it to happen.
Fortunately, the young man who grabbed my wallet had slippery fingers, so it fell to the floor where I could retrieve it. But the incident reminded me that I should have heeded the warnings.
We don’t like to dwell on warnings because we think they’ll get in the way of enjoying life, but it’s impera ve to pay a en on to them. For instance, Jesus gave us a clear warning while sending out His disciples to proclaim God’s coming kingdom (MATTHEW 10:7). He said, “whoever acknowledges me before others, I will also acknowledge before my Father in heaven. But whoever disowns me before others, I will disown before my Father in heaven.” (VV.32-33).
We have a choice. In love, God provided a Savior and a plan for us to be in His presence for eternity. But if we turn away from God and choose to reject His message of salva on and the real life He offers for both now and forever, we lose out on the opportunity to be with Him.
May we trust in Jesus, the One who chose to save us from being eternally separated from the One who loves and made us.. DAVE BRANON
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St Vincent De Paul Poor Box Offering: August 2021 1,405.65
Special Donation 5,000.00 Total Income $6,405.65
Distributions: August 2021
Utilities 2,225.62
Rent 2,128.00 Gift Cards to Needy 1,610.00 Total Distributions $5,963.62
SPECIAL Collection for the Clergy Benefit Trust
Next week’s Second Collection (Sept 18-19) is the for the Clergy Benefit Trust which supports the retirement, medical, and financial needs of priests of the Archdiocese of Boston. There will be baskets in the foyer designated for this offering. On behalf of all of our priests, thank you in advance for your generosity. This year’s Celebration of Priesthood to benefit the Clergy Trust is virtual and registration is free. Listen as guest speakers and local Boston business men share their perspective on the importance of the priesthood. Visit https://clergytrust.org/ to register. All are welcome!
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PRAYER Intentions
Your prayers are requested for the deceased of our community, especially Michael Racamato, Jennifer Curley, Mary Gallugi, Anna Appoloone, all of our parish benefactors, our sick, our military, especially our parishioners who are currently deployed to an active combat area, and all those who have asked us to pray for them this week.
THIS WEEK
MASS Intentions SATURDAY, September 11 9:00 AM Cesario Geronimo, Jr. , Birthday
Remembrance 4:00 PM James and Theresa Conway, Memorial Mass 5:300 PM Madeline Ellis, Memorial Mass SUNDAY, September 12 7:30 AM John and Anna Brown, Memorial Mass 9:00 AM Brenda Anthony, Birthday Remembrance 11:00 AM Albert and Ann Dente, Memorial Mass 5:30 PM MaryBeth Keith, Birthday Celebration MONDAY, September 13 6:45 AM Mary Ellis, Birthday Remembrance 9:00 AM Patricia Yirrell, Birthday Remembrance TUESDAY, September 14 9:00 AM Robert Tiernan, 7th Anniversary WEDNESDAY, September 15 6:45 AM Danny and Mike Feeney, Special Intention 9:00 AM Oscar Peterson, Birthday Remembrance THURSDAY, September 16 9:00 AM Lillian Coolidge, Memorial Mass FRIDAY, September 17 6:45 AM Gaetana Capozzi, 3rd Anniversary 9:00 AM Erin Murphy, Special Intention SATURDAY, September 18 9:00 AM Richard, Paul, and Kathleen O’Connor,
Memorial Mass 4:00 PM Edward DeGurski, Jr, 3rd Anniversary 5:30 PM Thomas Ellis, Memorial Mass SUNDAY, September 19 7:30 AM Roger Waleri, Month’s Mind 9:00 AM Danny Ellis, Memorial Mass 11:00 AM Anna Guai and Angela Iocco, Memorial Mass 5:30 PM Vincenza DeFeo and John De Feo, Memorial
Mass
Laughter,
THE BEST MEDICINE
A mother went to wake her son for church one Sunday morning. When she knocked on his door, he said, "I'm not going!" "Why not?" asked his mother. "I'll give you two good reasons," he said. "One, they don't like me. Two, I don't like them." His mother replied, "I'll give you two good reasons why YOU WILL go to church. One, you're 47 years old. Two, you're the pastor!"
PARISH GIVING
Offertory and Electronic Giving
September 4-5 $17,264
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SPIRITUAL Direction
Franciscan Spiritual Direction invites all disciples to navigate a uniquely sacred path, guided by the Holy Spirit. What is happening in your heart and mind? What do you want God to hear, and what is He asking of you?
Kate Chandler has a Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministry and is certified in Franciscan Spiritual Direction and can be reached at: [email protected]
UPCOMING EVENTS
VIEW The Mass
View our St. Joseph Parish pre-recorded Mass
On the Web at anytime:
https://www.stjosephwakefield.org/view-the-mass/
Watch the Mass here anytime or on Wakefield Cable Access
Television (WCAT) at 7:00 pm on Saturday & 9:00 am on Sunday.
On Wakefield Cable Access Television (WCAT)
Comcast: Channel 3; Verizon: Channel 40
RCN: Channel 3
Reflection of the Week
Do what is right, not what is easy.
FOOD DONATIONS St. Joseph Parish supports the Wakefield Food Pantry. Drop off baskets are located in the foyer by the library. This month the pantry is in need of:
Cereal (boxed) Cookies Decaf Coffee Pancake mix Pasta (boxed) Pasta roni Rice a roni Rice pilaf Snacks Soup (Progresso, Campbell’s Chunky) Spaghetti sauce (jarred)
Please no bulk sized items. baby products or perishables. Monetary donations are also welcome and can be dropped off at the rectory to the attention of Maureen Miller. Thank you for your generosity.
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MEN’S Group
Every Saturday 9:30 a.m. Youth Room
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 9:30 a.m., for 1 hour of fellowship, spiritual growth, and encouragement. For more information, please contact: Dave Dubia: [email protected]
KNIT, PURL, PRAY Group The Prayer Knitting Community meets on Tuesdays @ 9:30 a.m. in Our Lady's Room. All are welcome. Finished Prayer shawls are available in the rectory.
Would you like to sign up for Adoration?
St Joseph Parish has a new Adoration Scheduling Software that makes it easy. Our software allows you to: see what Adoration hours need coverage; ask for substitutions; offer to be a substitute; and schedule reminders for your commitment. You can sign up easily online at https://stjoseph.weadorehim.com/ or through our website. You can also fill out an Adoration signup form, found in the foyer, and drop it in the rectory mail slot.
Our Lord asked, “Could you not stay with me for even an hour?” Is He speaking to you?”
PARISH PROGRAMS & FAITH GROUPS
FAITH Sharing We share perspectives and examine how we relate to our God and how our God relates to us. You may join in discussion or simply listen to how others have realized God's presence in their lives. Join us on Mondays at 9:30 a.m. in Our Lady’s Room. BEREAVEMENT Group Have you lost someone in your life and are feeling a bit at loose ends during this pandemic and family celebrations? Join us the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in Our Lady’s Room. If you have any questions about the above faith groups, please call Rose Dittmer at 781-665-8172 for more information.
Access Catholic videos, documentaries, children’s programs, books, faith formation programs and music by visiting FORMED through our parish subscription. Registering for FORMED is easy: 1.Go to formed.org/signup 2. Select your parish
3. Register with your name and email address
4. Check that email account for a link to begin using FORMED.
LADY’S SODALITY OF ST. FLORENCE &
ST. JOSEPH
Date: September 9th Time: 6:00 p.m.
St. Joseph Parish Hall All are welcome! We look forward to seeing our returning members and meeting new ones. Come join us and bring a friend.(Please note the date and time change.)
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We are so happy to be back in session!
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Saint Joseph School News Slushies on the Sidewalk!
Our Kindergarten teacher, Mrs. D, created a new twist on her old meet and greet tradition to welcome her new students and their families. The group met at the school for some slushies and fun. All of the new students looked thrilled to start school with their new friends!
Third Grade Ice Cream Experiment!
Our new third grade teacher, Mrs. Maher, had a fun meet and greet for her students and their families. Her third graders were able to get to know each other and did a science experiment together. They made ice cream! That’s a sweet way to start the school year!
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