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The Catholic Parishes of Medfield and Norfolk “Coming together to know God, to love God, and to serve God”
St. Edward the Confessor Parish St. Jude Parish 133 Spring Street 86 Main Street, P. O. Box 305
Medfield, MA 02052 Norfolk, MA 02056 Phone (508) 359-2633 Phone: (508) 528-0170
Faith Formation: (508) 359-6150 Faith Formation: (508)528-1470 Fax (508) 359-1846 Fax (508) 528-1860
Website: www.ejcatholic.org
Pastor: Rev. Stephen P. Zukas………………………………... [email protected].……[email protected] Parochial Vicar: Rev. Gregory G. Vozzo……………………...……………………………..…………..…....…………...…[email protected] Priest in Residence: Rev. Robert Rivard, F.M.S.I./Norfolk Deacon: Fred Horgan, Medfield..……….………………………...……………………….…………...…...…...........….. [email protected] Collaborative Liturgy and Liturgical Ministry Coordinator: Mary Sheedy, Medfield/Norfolk…………………………………….………...…………..……[email protected] Finance & Operations Manager: Diane Walsh, Medfield/Norfolk…….…..…………….…………………..…...……[email protected] Director/Music Ministry: Chris Carson, Medfield..………………….………….……………………….………….……[email protected] Administrative Assistant: Eileen Trinity, Medfield…………………………………………...………...…..….....…[email protected] Faith Formation: Elaine Morisi, Gr. 1-5 Medfield…………….…………………………………………...……….……[email protected] Faith Formation: Anna Mae O’Shea Brooke Gr. 6-8 Medfield........................................................................... [email protected] Faith Formation: Dorothy Miller, Gr. [email protected]…...………………………………….….. [email protected] Faith Formation Admin Asst: Anne Rijo, Medfield………....................................................................................stedwardff@ejcatholic.org Administrative Assistant: Marybeth Rippberger, Norfolk………………………………………….……….…..…[email protected] Faith Formation Admin Asst: Louise Caussade, Norfolk...………….……………………………………………...…[email protected] Faith Formation: Lorraine M. Wright, Gr. 1-8 Norfolk……………………...…….………………………………….…[email protected] Faith In Action Coordinator, St. Jude: Jim Flanagan ………...………...………………………….………………….…[email protected] Parish Nurse: Beth Budny, Norfolk……………………….(508)530-1346..………………………………………......…[email protected]
Palm Sunday April 5, 2020
New Parishioners Welcome! Please call one of our parish offices
to register.
MESSAGE FROM THE PASTOR
Dear Parishioners and Extended Family Members,
Praised be Jesus Christ!
A parishioner passed this quote along to me:
“Anxieties can gray the whole sky like cloud cover or descend on our whole horizon like fog. When we rename our anxieties, in a sense we distill them into requests. What covered the whole sky can now be contained in a couple of buckets. So, when we’re suffering from anxiety, we can begin by simply holding the word help before God, letting that one word bring focus to the chaos of our racing thoughts. Once we feel that our mind has dropped out of the frantic zone and into a spirit of connection with God, we can let the general word help go and in its place hold more specific words that name what we need, thereby condensing the cloud of vague anxiety into a bucket of substantial request. So we might hold the word guidance before God. Or patience. Or courage. Or resilience. Or boundaries, mercy, compassion, determination, healing, calm, freedom, wisdom, or peace. . . .”
It is from Brian D. McLaren’s Naked Spirituality.
As the news of COVID-19’s spread becomes more and more disheartening, we cannot help but feel anxious and worry. There are many types of “coping mechanisms” being suggested. However, if they do not acknowledge our total dependence on God as well as that God loves and cares for each of us as individuals, then the peace it claims to offer will only penetrate our being so far. We are designed to be God-centered. Jesus did all of the self-emptying for us. It is our job to make room for and fill ourselves up with God. This can only be done in a spirit of humility that acknowledges our dependence on God.
May I also suggest that, next time you read, listen to, or watch the news, ask yourself what exactly do you want to know, and turn it off once you find it out. At a stress reduction conference I attended decades ago, the presenter assured us that each one of us has someone in our lives that will tell us the news if it was that important for us to know about. I have no doubt that this is still the case, especially since news is so available now. Use the extra time to pray, spend time in quiet, listen to calming music, go through family photos or some other reminder of happier times, or to engage in a hobby. I am working on my family tree when I find the time. It allows me to honor those members’ memory and bring their souls to prayer.
Let us always remember that we are not alone. We have God and each other. Let us always acknowledge our dependency and our need for help.
Gratefully yours in Christ,
Fr. Steve
PARISH NEWS Page 3
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)
Have you ever thought about becoming Catholic? Would you like to know more about God and the Church? Or, are you already baptized but still lack the Sacraments of Holy Communion and Confirmation?
If so, RCIA is for you! RCIA is a process of learning about and experiencing the Catholic faith with others in a friendly, small-group setting. It can lead to full membership in the Church through the Sacraments, but is
also an open-ended process of asking questions and exploring. Come, discover what you've been missing!
If you are interested or know someone who might be, please contact Fr. Gregory directly or call our parish offices.
Schedule of the Sacrament of Reconciliation during Lent
Every Saturday, 3:00 – 3:30PM at St. Jude Every Saturday, 4:30 – 5:00PM at St. Edward
Every Tuesday, 7:00 – 8:15PM at St. Jude
Wednesday 3/25, 4/1, 4/8, 6:30 – 8:00PM at St. Edward
Join us for daily 9am Mass and Sunday 10am Mass
by tuning into www.medfield.tv/watch
www.ejcatholic.org Comcast Ch.8 (in Medfield) Verizon Ch.47 (in Medfield)
Currently only available to Air Live or Live Stream,
not yet available On Demand.
Important update from Fr. Steve
Dear Parishioners and Extended Family Members, Praised be Jesus Christ! During these days dominated by the news and reality of COVID-19, I have tried to keep, as much as I can, our church buildings accessible during these trying times for personal prayer and devotion. Many of you have expressed your appreciation for this effort. However, with all the news of late, I have decided, in the interest of public safety, to follow the Archdiocese guidelines and, therefore, both of the Collaborative’s churches will be closed as of Monday, April 6. The Archdiocese, therefore, encourages that the Holy Eucharist be placed in a window on parish property in order that parishioners are still able to be in the presence of and venerate our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
At St. Jude’s, the Holy Eucharist will be able to be viewed in its monstrance in the window of the church’s sacristy overlooking the main parking lot.
At St. Edward’s, the Holy Eucharist will be displayed in
its monstrance in the windows of the main doors to the church.
I ask you to stop by, even if it may be in your car, and take a moment to pray to our Lord as you gaze upon him in the Holy Eucharist. Confessions will still be made available at the prescribed times. I respectfully ask that you follow the instructions that will be posted on how to wait before entering Confession. Please know I am always grateful for your patience and support, especially as we head into Holy Week. The TV schedule for Masses and services will be posted next week. Gratefully yours in Christ, Fr. Steve
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Please keep in your prayers Lucas D. LeBleu (Air Force), Scott H. Grealish (Marine Corps), John Sharkey (Army), Jake Munger (Marine Corps) Timothy Irwin (Marine Corps), Alex Burrell (Navy), John Donald Tamulionis (Army), Peter Barrette, (Navy), Mark FitzPatrick, (Army), Scott Woodward, (Army) who are courageously serving our country. Also, please Remember in your prayers Everyone Deployed.
Prayers for Our Service Men and Women We would like to offer our prayers for the service men and
women in our community. If there is someone in our church community or someone you would like to honor who is
serving our country, please email Marybeth Rippberger, [email protected] or
Eileen Trinity, [email protected]
Online Giving
You can set up an account on our website, www.ejcatholic.org to have a
predetermined monthly amount withdrawn from your checking, savings or credit card account that will
automatically be deposited into your parish's offertory. We hope you will consider online giving as it
provides a steadier and more consistent weekly offertory for the church.
To put this into place, or make changes to your current donation, please visit our website and sign up on
the secure links provided under "Donate to St. Edward Parish" or "Donate to St. Jude Parish".
Thank you for helping your Parish meet its financial obligations throughout the year!
ST. JUDE BOOK OF PRAYERS:A special prayer space has been created in the little room off the Narthex at St. Jude. There will be a podium with a binder on it—you are invited to place the names of all those for whom you ask us to pray. Please enter the names in the binder in order that prayers may be offered for your loved ones. ST. EDWARD PRAYER REQUESTS: Just a reminder, that there is a binder on the table in the Narthex in which you are invited to place the names of all those for whom you ask us to pray. You are most welcome to enter names in this booklet in order that prayers may be offered for your loved ones.
One Family Knitters Prayer Shawls Prayer shawls are available from One Family Knitters for anyone who is experiencing illness or death in the family.
The shawls are blessed and accompanied by a prayer card. If you wish to receive a prayer shawl for you or a loved one,
please contact Nancy @ 508-359-7251, Ann @ 315-481-5013
or email [email protected]
Are you receiving our Newsletter & Bulletin by Email? The church bulletins are sent weekly via a parish-wide list to parishioners of St. Jude and St. Edward. If you are not receiving the bulletin by email and would like to be put on the list, we would be happy to add your name. Please email: Eileen Trinity at [email protected] Marybeth Rippberger at [email protected] Note: If you have unsubscribed to the weekly mailing you will no longer receive periodic notices that go out from the Parish or Faith Formation.
Interface Referral Service, Open to all Medfield Residents:
Interface is a free and confidential mental health referral service open to all residents of Medfield. Callers are
matched with licensed mental health providers from their extensive database. Each referral meets the location,
insurance, and specialty needs of the caller. In addition to the resources on their website:
(interface.williamjames.edu), the William James Interface Referral Service maintains a mental health and wellness
referral helpline Monday - Friday, 9 am-5 pm, at 888-244-6843 (toll free).
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St. Edward's First Communion rehearsals and Masses have been postponed due to the recent news that Governor Baker has
cancelled school through May 4th. Alternate plans will be
announced once health authorities and Cardinal O’Malley give permission for
Masses to resume
Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord / April 5, 2020
SUNDAY'S READINGS
Processional Gospel:
“Hosanna to the Son of David; blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord;
hosanna in the highest.” (Mt 21:9b)
First Reading: The Lord God is my help,
therefore I am not disgraced. (Is 50:7a)
Psalm: My God, my God, why have you abandoned me? (Ps 22)
Second Reading:
He humbled himself, becoming obedient to the point of death,
even death on a cross. (Phil 2:8)
Gospel: But Jesus cried out again in a loud voice,
and gave up his spirit. And behold, the veil of the sanctuary
was torn in two from top to bottom. (Mt 27:11-50-51)
Excerpts from the Lectionary for Mass ©2001, 1998, 1970 CCD. The English translation of Psalm Responses from Lectionary for
Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved.
©LPi
LIVE THE LITURGY - INSPIRATION FOR THE WEEK Listen carefully to the passion of Christ as it unlocks the door
that brings us to the true meaning of human life. Holding what seems like opposite polarities of human existence, it weaves us through the highest of triumphs and the darkest of tragedies. As we witness and meditate upon Jesus’s last
days on earth, we see most vividly that God is present in and through it all. God is not only the glue that holds all of
life’s seemingly opposing experiences together, but He is the One who offers incredible promise and hope on our road to fulfillment and eternal life. It was only through experiencing
the burning agony of suffering’s loneliness and heart-wrenching pain that Jesus experienced the joyful exultation of his resurrected self. There are profound lessons here for
all of us to learn. ©LPi
QUESTIONS OF THE WEEK - REFLECT AND RESPOND TO SCRIPTURE
First Reading The prophet Isaiah speaks of his commitment to his calling
regardless of the consequences he suffers. Who do you see today modeling this depth of faith?
Second Reading This Christological hymn in Philippians is one of the earliest attempts by believers to define who Jesus is. What do you find interesting or provocative about how Jesus is defined
here? Gospel Reading
Matthew’s passion narrative has a number of unique details, including the report of “the saints” rising from their tombs
and appearing to “many” after Jesus’ resurrection. What do you think Matthew was teaching us with the inclusion of this
episode? ©LPi
SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES Page 6
Dignity Matters This non-profit organization collects feminine hygiene products
and underwear for women and girls who are homeless or living in very low income situations, in order to help them stay healthy,
regain self-confidence, and live with basic dignity. Donations of pads (all types, including Depends), tampons, new underwear
and new/gently used bras may be left in the blue bin in the lobby. Contact Laurie Mills @ [email protected] to
get involved with this organization! We are always looking for volunteers to help us with drives and in our warehouse.
Haley House Soup Kitchen Ministry
Clothe and Feed the Poor and Hungry - New Socks and Underwear Needed Haley House Soup Kitchen has a clothing room and they are in great need of new adult-sized socks and underwear. There is a box outside the Faith Formation Office. - Volunteers Needed to Provide Meals Would you like to help provide meals? Please consider joining a team of parishioners providing meals to people at the Haley House shelter in Boston. We have 3 teams of volunteers that collaborate to supply a monthly meal of Chili, salad, fresh fruit and juice. Each team donates four times per year. We have periodic “retirements” from this program, so we’re always looking for new people to join the ministry. It’s a simple way to make a difference. Just deliver the specified donation (to feed 15 people) to the home of a Medfield driver on a Sunday morning once every 3 months. Please call Martha Festa (508-359-5991) to be put on the list to fill future donor assignments.
MEDFIELD FOOD CUPBOARD
In light of current health concerns, the Food Cupboard has temporarily suspended community
donations. Please know that we are well prepared to continue distributing food to our clients and have an
emergency plan in place.
Thank you for your support.
Lazarus Funeral Ministry Needs Your Help! Please join St. Edward’s funeral ministry to support our parish families grieving the loss of a loved one. We are looking for
individuals to be Sacristans assisting the priest and individuals to greet families and friends at the church doors when they arrive for a funeral mass. Full training is provided. This commitment is
requested a few times per year pending your availability. Please contact Marge Costa at 508-359-7096 or
[email protected] if interested.
ST JUDE- NORFOLK FOOD PANTRY
As we begin the Season of Lent, let us remember those who are less fortunate. The Food Pantry is always in need
of canned goods (vegetables, soups, pasta, fruit, etc.) cereal, and toiletries.
The Norfolk Food pantry continues to be thankful for our generous contributions which benefit the members of our
community.
Per Town of Norfolk: No open packages, no expired
dates, no packages without expiration dates appearing can be accepted
St. Vincent de Paul Society
Collection Box accepts clean, useable clothing.
Charitable donations to benefit persons in need can be dropped in
the box located at the rear of St. Edward’s parking lot.
Solidarity Prayer for a Pandemic
May we who are merely inconvenienced remember those whose lives are at stake.
May we who have no risk factors remember those most vulnerable.
May we who have the luxury of working from home remember those who must choose
between preserving their health or making their rent.
May we who have the flexibility to care for our children when their schools close remember
those who have no options. May we who have to cancel our trips remember
those that have no place to go. May we who are losing our margin money in the tumult of the economic market remember those
who have no margin at all. May we who settle in for a quarantine at home
remember those who have no home. During this time when we cannot physically wrap our arms around each other, let us yet find ways
to be the loving embrace of God to our neighbors.
Amen.
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Church Name: Saint Edward Parish & St. Jude Parish Church City: Medfield, Massachusetts, and Norfolk, Massachusetts Routing Code: R Run Number: 15 Filename: 04-0456
Phone Number: 508-359-2633 Fax Number: 508-359-1846 Editor/Contact: Eileen Trinity
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