PIETÁ: A PRAYER FOR HOLY WEEK

THIS WEEK’S MESSAGE — PAGE 3

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The Catholic Community of Gloucester & Rockport

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74 Pleasant Street ∙ Gloucester, Massachusetts 01930 Phone: 978-281-4820· Fax: 978-281-4964· Email: office@ccgronline.com· Website: ccgronline.com

Office Hours: Monday through Friday 10:00am-4:00pm Cover Image: “Pietá” by Jody Cole | jcoleicons.com

The Catholic Community of Gloucester & Rockport

HOLY FAMILY PARISH & OUR LADY OF GOOD VOYAGE PARISH

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A Community United in Prayer, Fellowship, and Service

Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion ∙ April 9, 2017

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THE CATHOLIC COMMUNITY OF GLOUCESTER & ROCKPORT PALM SUNDAY

HOLY WEEK & EASTER TRIDUUM ____________________

ALL ARE INVITED! ALL ARE WELCOME!

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SUNDAY, APRIL 9TH FRANCISCAN STATIONS OF THE CROSS

OUR LADY OF GOOD VOYAGE CHURCH AT 2:00PM

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 12TH THE LIGHT IS ON FOR YOU!

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION & CONFESSIONS OUR LADY OF GOOD VOYAGE CHURCH · 6:00PM-8:00PM

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HOLY THURSDAY, APRIL 13TH

MORNING PRAYER SAINT JOACHIM CHURCH AT 8:00AM

MASS OF THE LORD’S SUPPER SAINT ANN CHURCH AT 7:00PM

REPOSITION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT OUR LADY OF GOOD VOYAGE CHURCH

UNTIL MIDNIGHT

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GOOD FRIDAY, APRIL 14TH

MORNING PRAYER OUR LADY OF GOOD VOYAGE CHURCH AT 8:00AM

STATIONS OF THE CROSS SAINT ANN CHURCH AT 12:00PM

GOOD FRIDAY SERVICES SAINT JOACHIM CHURCH AT 3:00PM

OUR LADY OF GOOD VOYAGE CHURCH AT 7:00PM

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HOLY SATURDAY, APRIL 15TH

MORNING PRAYER SAINT ANN CHURCH AT 8:00AM

EASTER VIGIL SERVICE SAINT ANN CHURCH AT 7:00PM

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EASTER SUNDAY, APRIL 16TH REGULAR MASS SCHEDULE

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THE CATHOLIC COMMUNITY OF GLOUCESTER & ROCKPORT APRIL 9, 2017

THIS WEEK’S MESSAGE ____________________

PIETÁ A PRAYER FOR HOLY WEEK

By Cliff Garvey

Mother of Sorrows, we walk with you on the way of pain;

we watch with you as your Son is hung upon the Cross;

we weep with you as He suffers unto death.

Because your Son is our Friend, he bleeds.

Because He is our Brother, he endures torture.

Because He is our Lord, he dies for us.

But before He surrenders himself,

before He empties himself,

before He commends himself

into the loving arms of the Father,

Jesus forgives.

He forgives the ones who hang him.

He forgives the thief who hangs beside him.

Beyond all borders, He forgives us sinners.

Beyond all measure, He forgives the world.

Mother of Sorrows,

hold our Crucified Lord in your gentle embrace.

Dry the tears of a world that mourns with you.

And by your prayers, remind us always:

His anguish ends all anguish.

His pain overcomes all pain.

His death defeats all death.

Beneath the shadow of the Cross,

we watch, we weep, we wish it all away.

But we believe in our hearts:

Faith abides.

Mercy remains.

Love lasts and lives on.

For ever and ever. Amen.

Saint Ann & Saint Joachim, pray for us!

Saint Anthony & Saint Francis, pray for us!

Saint Peter & Saint Paul, pray for us!

Our Lady of Good Voyage, pray for us!

Christ Jesus,

though he was in the form of God,

did not regard equality with God

something to be grasped.

Rather, he emptied himself,

taking the form of a slave,

coming in human likeness;

and found human in appearance,

he humbled himself,

becoming obedient to the point of death,

even death on a cross.

Because of this,

God greatly exalted him

and bestowed on him the name

which is above every name,

that at the name of Jesus

every knee should bend,

of those in heaven

and on earth

and under the earth,

and every tongue confess that

Jesus Christ is Lord

to the glory of God the Father!

Philippians 2:6-8

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THE CATHOLIC COMMUNITY OF GLOUCESTER & ROCKPORT PALM SUNDAY

PRAYER, FELLOWSHIP, AND SERVICE ____________________

THE LEGION OF MARY New Members Always Welcome!

Each week, members of the Legion of Mary from both Holy Family Parish and Our Lady of Good Voyage Parish reach out to our aged, disabled, homebound, and sick fel-low parishioners. They visit people in their homes and apartments, hospitals, and nursing homes. They pray to-gether, offer companionship, and share God’s love and mercy with those who are so often lonely and forgotten. Last week, the Legion of Mary visited and prayed with sixty-nine fellow parishioners!

Each Wednesday afternoon at 4:00pm, the Legion of Mary meets in our parish center (located at 74 Pleasant Street in Gloucester) to pray the Rosary, share their faith experi-ence, and participate in a period of formation under the guidance of their spiritual director. For more information about the Legion of Mary and its good work in our parish communities, please leave a message for Sue Demetri at 978-281-4820 or contact her at sdemetri2000@yahoo.com. The Legion of Mary warmly welcomes new members! All are invited! Please join us!

SAINT VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY New Members Always Welcome!

The Saint Vincent de Paul Society is an international or-ganization dedicated to responding to any request from any person or family in need. Here on Cape Ann, we work from Holy Family Parish and Our Lady of Good Voyage Parish to serve the poor and needy. Our Clothes Closet is open on Saturdays from 10:00am until 1:00pm. And our Food Pantry is stocked with non-perishable foods. Donation baskets are located at the entrances of our churches. The Food Pantry needs the following items:

Canned Chicken, Ham, Stew, or Tuna Crackers· Canned Juice· Chicken or Tuna Helper

Mayonnaise· Instant Potatoes· Hot & Cold Cereals Pancake Mix & Maple Syrup· Chef Boyardee

Peanut Butter & Jelly· Jarred Pasta Sauce

Donation envelopes are also located at the entrances of our churches. Donations can be placed in the offertory basket of mailed to us. Checks should be made payable to the Saint Vincent de Paul Society. Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of each month at 7:00pm. New members and volunteers are always welcome! For more information, please contact Annette Kennedy at 978-283-1268 or Harry Miller at 978-281-2701. For assistance, please contact our Hotline at 978-281-8672. Thank you!

HELP US HELP OTHERS! Learn more: ccgronline.com/fellowship!

Live the Gospel. Share God’s love. Rebuild the Church.

SHARE GOD’S LOVE! ____________________

DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY An Afternoon of Prayer & Devotion

Sunday, April 23rd· Saint Ann Church

On April 23rd, all are invited to join the Catholic Com-munity of Gloucester & Rockport for Divine Mercy Sun-day from 2:00pm until 3:30pm in Saint Ann Church. This special afternoon of prayer and devotion will proceed according to the following schedule:

Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament at 2:00pm

The Holy Rosary at 2:30pm

The Divine Mercy Chaplet at 3:00pm

Daytime Prayer & Benediction at 3:30pm

Please join us for all or part of this special celebration of God’s love and mercy! For more information, please con-tact Jane Russo at jlrusso333@hotmail.com or 978-430-7196. All are invited! All are welcome!

THE JOY & POWER OF THE ROSARY A Morning of Prayer & Reflection

Saturday, May 6th· Begins with Mass at 8:00am

All parishioners, friends, and guests of the Catholic Com-munity of Gloucester & Rockport are invited to join the Legion of Mary, the Assisi Project, and their spiritual di-rector, Cliff Garvey, for “The Joy & Power of the Rosary” on Saturday, May 6th at Saint Anthony Chapel. During this four-hour mini-retreat, we will explore the spiritual significance of the Holy Rosary, with particular emphasis on the so-called “Crown Rosary” which focuses on seven joyful events in the life of Our Blessed Mother. This spe-cial morning of prayer and reflection will proceed ac-cording to the following schedule:

Holy Mass at 8:00am

Morning Prayer & Reflection at 9:00am

Eucharistic Adoration & Rosary at 10:00am

Daytime Prayer & Reflection at 11:00am

Angelus & Closing Prayer at 12:00pm

Throughout the morning, there will be scheduled breaks and time for faith sharing, fellowship, and refreshments. Coffee, tea, and bottled water will be available through-out the morning. And after our closing prayers, all are invited to remain for a picnic lunch. During Mass, a free will donation will be taken in support of our adult faith formation ministry. If you would like to join us for this special day of prayer and reflection, please contact Cliff Garvey at cgarvey@ccgronline.com or 978-281-4820 (so that we can adequately plan for food and drinks). Please join us! All are invited! All are welcome!

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THE CATHOLIC COMMUNITY OF GLOUCESTER & ROCKPORT APRIL 9, 2017

PRAYER, FELLOWSHIP, AND SERVICE ____________________

DAILY PRAYER RESOURCES Join us: ccgronline.com/prayer

Spend a few minutes in quiet prayer and devotion each day by visiting our website for Sharing the Word, Saint of the Day, and Sunday Soundbites! Each are 90 second re-flections based on the Mass readings and the lives of the saints! Join us: ccgronline.com/prayer! All are welcome!

OUR LADY OF GOOD VOYAGE OUR LADY’S GUILD SPRING FAIR Saturday, April 29th· Begins at 9:00am

All are invited to join Our Lady’s Guild for its annual Spring Fair on Saturday, April 29th from 9:00am until 1:00pm in Our Lady’s Hall. Highlights include our fa-mous fried dough breakfast and our equally famous lin-guiça and hot dog lunch! Sale tables will include jewelry, religious items, and the general store. We’ll have home-made sweet bread, baked goods, and fudge for sale! And we’ll also have raffles and prizes throughout the day! Do-nations and volunteers are always welcome! For more information, please contact Joyce Lacerda at 978-283-3465 or Jean Madruga at 978-281-4820.

HOLY FAMILY PARISH STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL

Saturday, June 3rd· Volunteers Needed!

On Saturday, June 3rd, the Holy Family Women’s Guild will host the Annual Strawberry Festival from 9:00am until 2:00pm in Saint Ann Church Hall. This year’s theme is “Life on Cape Ann” because everyone who lives here knows that there isn’t a better or more beautiful place on earth to live, work, worship, or raise a family! The success of this special event depends on volunteers! So, whether you’re a crafter or a carpenter, a knitter, baker, or basket-weaver, we need your help! Whether you’re an artist, gar-dener, or handyman, we need you’re help! And if some-one is willing and able to volunteer with setting up or cleaning up, we need your help, too!

This year’s Strawberry Festival will feature art, home-made baked goods and preserves, crafts of all kinds, and all things related to the garden (including annuals and perennials)! We’ll have a mug-up and snack bar featuring our famous strawberry shortcake and mugs made here on Cape Ann by local potters! And as always, vintage treas-ures from your spring cleaning can be donated and sold at our “Granny’s Attic” table! Each and every parishioner, young and old, has something to offer! Creativity doesn’t stop with retirement! Let your imagination run wild! All proceeds from the Strawberry Festival benefit Holy Fami-ly Parish. For more information about the Strawberry Fes-tival, please contact Jane Marshall at 978-283-5111. Please join us! All are invited! All are welcome!

YOUTH FAITH FORMATION ____________________

CATHOLIC KIDS CAMP JESUS IS RISEN!

Begins Tuesday, April 18th at 8:00am

The Catholic Community of Gloucester & Rockport in-vites all children (ages 5 through 11) to participate in our next “Catholic Kids Camp: Jesus Is Risen!” from Tuesday, April 18th through Friday, April 21st from 8:00am until 12:00pm at Our Lady of Good Voyage Church. During this exciting week of prayer and fellowship, our young fellow parishioners will learn about the Lord’s Resurrec-tion and the Holy Season of Easter through active and engaged participation in games, music, skits, and craft projects. Here’s our schedule for the week:

Day I: Tuesday, April 18th The Easter Story

Day II: Wednesday, April 19th Merciful as the Father

Day III: Thursday, April 20th Saint Faustina

Day IV: April 21st Divine Mercy Prayers

Each day of our Catholic Kids Camp will begin with Mass at 8:00am in Our Lady of Good Voyage Church. All parents, grandparents, and guardians are welcome to join us! After Mass, Betsy Works and a team of volunteers will lead the children to Our Lady’s School for faith-filled and fun-filled morning of activities, learning, and good times with friends both old and new. Catholic Kids Camp is a fun, exciting, and educational experience that your children and grandchildren will love!

The tuition for this innovative youth faith formation pro-gram during school vacation week is just $25 for the en-tire week! Scholarships are available for those families that cannot afford tuition. Adults and older children (ages 12 and up) are welcome to join us as volunteers and will be much appreciated! For more information about our next “Catholic Kids Camp: Jesus Is Risen!”, please contact Betsy Works at bworks@ccgronline.com or 978-281-4820; or visit our website: ccgronline.com/formation. Please join us! All are invited! All are welcome!

THE CATHOLIC COMMUNITY OF GLOUCESTER & ROCKPORT PALM SUNDAY

OUR WEEKLY OFFERINGS _____________________

ASSISI PROJECT LENT RAFFLE PIETÁ HAND PAINTED ICON

Tickets Available Through Easter Sunday!

Now through Easter Sunday, the Assisi Project is spon-soring a Lent Raffle for the beautiful hand painted icon of the “Pietá” which beautifully depicts Our Sorrowful Mother embracing the Crucified Christ. Throughout the Christian world, icons are venerated as windows into heaven and are known to be powerful instruments of divine grace and miracles. This particular icon was hand-crafted in Greece using traditional tempera paint and gold leaf, and is covered with a protective varnish. It was blessed on the relics of Saint Spyridon the Wonderwork-er, a third century saint whose incorrupt relics are be-lieved to be the source of many miracles.

All proceeds from the Assisi Project’s Lent Raffle will be donated to Our Lady’s Grand Annual Collection. Our goal is to raise $1,000. So far, we have raised just over $500. A donation of $1.00 per ticket is requested. Tickets can be purchased after various daily and weekend Mass-es in Our Lady’s Church; at our parish offices; and by contacting Cliff Garvey at cgarvey@ccgronline.com or 978-281-4820. The icon is on display in Our Lady of Good Voyage Church and can also be seen on our website: ccgronline.com/lent. The winner of the Assisi Project’s Lent Raffle will be drawn on Easter Sunday, April 16th. Thank you for your generous support!

SANCTUARY GIFTS

At each of the churches in the Catholic Community of Gloucester & Rockport, sanctuary flowers, sanctuary can-dles, and altar gifts (hosts & wine) can be donated for a special intention or in memory of a departed loved one. The requested donation for flowers is $250. The request-ed donation for altar gifts is $175. And the requested do-nation for a sanctuary candle is $25. This week, donations were offered for the following intentions:

In Memory of Jennie Faye Lupo Sanctuary Candle· Saint Ann Church

In Memory of Jean Caisey Sanctuary Candle· Saint Joachim Church

In Memory of Deceased Members of the Assisi Project Sanctuary Candle· Our Lady of Good Voyage Church

For more information about donating sanctuary candles, flowers, or gifts for a special intention or in memory of a deceased friend or loved one, please contact Melissa Unis at office@ccgronline.com or 978-281-4820. Thank you for your generous support of the Catholic Community of Gloucester & Rockport at Holy Family Parish and Our Lady of Good Voyage Parish! May God bless you and your family — now and always!

OUR MASS INTENTIONS _____________________

APRIL 8—APRIL 16, 2017

Saturday, April 8 Vigil· Palm Sunday

4:00pm· Saint Ann Dana Perry

6:00pm· OLGV Rudy Macchi

Sunday, April 9 Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion

7:00am· OLGV Charlotte & Clement Aikens

8:15am· Saint Ann Pietro Noto

10:00am· Saint Joachim 1st Lt. Frank, Joseph & Mary D’Amico

11:45am· OLGV Tony & Mary Militello

5:00pm· Saint Ann Matteo & Vincenza Cusumano

Holy Week

Monday, April 10 8:00am· OLGV

Catherine Cusumano

Tuesday, April 11 8:00am· Saint Joachim Charles A. Locke

Wednesday, April 12 8:00am· OLGV

Theresa de Abreu Gniewek

Thursday, April 13 8:00am· Saint Joachim Morning Prayer· No Mass

Friday, April 14 8:00am· OLGV Morning Prayer· No Mass

Saturday, April 15 8:00am· Saint Ann Morning Prayer· No Mass

Saturday, April 15 Easter Vigil

7:00pm· Saint Ann Mass for the People

Sunday, April 16 Easter Sunday

7:00am· OLGV Mass for the People

8:15am· Saint Ann Mass for the People

10:00am· Saint Joachim Mass for the People

11:45am· OLGV Mass for the People