Fifth Sunday of Lent
March 28/29, 2009
Dear Parishioners,
The Generations of Faith weekend has come. I am happy to have the celebration of "Hearts and Hands," a consideration of the social teaching of our Church and of ways that we might live what we believe. Thanks to all who have prepared and who will take part.
From time to time, people ask us about Catholic education for their children. Don't hesitate to be in touch with me or Fr. Hennessey or our staff, should you want some help in researching or locating Catholic schools for children of elementary or highschool age, as well as for college-age students.
Please plan now to attend the Holy Week services during the Triduum (Three Days): the Mass of the Lord's Supper on Holy Thursday, the Service of the Lord's Passion on Good Friday, and the Easter Vigil on Holy Saturday. It would be wonderful to see more families coming to at least some of the events of those upcoming days. Note that the Stations of the Cross, while a good devotion and a valuable addition to the main ceremonies, should not be considered nearly as crucial as the chief Good Friday service, celebrated in our parish on Friday night.
The families with children preparing for First Eucharist this spring will be coming together on next Saturday for a workshop, with a pot-luck lunch included. It is so important that all families come to these preparatory events. They supply a communal experience of learning and celebrating that is so much more than just an information-gathering or activity-doing moment. In a world that so much needs the message and community of Christ, this kind of happening is very valuable.
Father George Evans
Mass Intentions and Prayers Requested
We pray for Robert P. Millian, whose funeral was celebrated this week.
| Sun., March 29 | 11:15 AM | Hans Laping |
| Sat., April 4 | 4:00 PM | Carmella Pulcini |
| Sun., April 5 | 11:15 AM | Ellen Baylies |
| Confessors: | March 28 | Fr. Hennessey |
| April 4 | Fr. Evans | |
| April 11 | Frs. Evans and Hennessey |
Finances:
Offertory Collection, $8, 642. Thanks!
LENTEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK
"Whoever serves me must follow me, and where I am, there also will my servant be." John 12:26
Adult: Think of people you know who serve others in various ways. How can their actions influence your own journey as a follower of Jesus?
Child: What people do you know who help others? Who can you help this week?
PALM SUNDAY PROCESSION
Next Sunday is Palm Sunday (April 5th), and, weather permitting, in both Lincoln and Weston, we will be meeting outside each of the churches to begin the 10:30AM and 11:15AM Masses. The palm branches will be blessed and we will process into the church with our palms, praising Jesus in song as did the crowds who welcomed him to Jerusalem. Please be sure to come early so you may participate fully in this commemoration of the Lord's entrance into Jerusalem.
FIRST SATURDAYS DEVOTION: On the first Saturday of each month, in honor of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, join Carol Wells, and those who regularly pray the rosary on Saturdays, to recite the Rosary after the 8AM Mass.
WHAT DO WE DO WITH "FOUND" MONEY?? GIVE IT TO PROJECT RICE BOWL! As we continue our journey, let us remember in prayer that all humanity has been made in the image of God. Through our actions we must express that each person is precious and that the lives and welfare of all people are priorities. May our fasting keep us mindful of the hunger of the people of the world. May our almsgiving assist CRS, as we learn about programs that care for orphans and venerable children in Tanzania. Visit the website for more information: http://orb/interactive/index.cfm.
- Sunday, March 29
- Generations of Faith, 12:15 PM or 6:00 PM
- Monday, March 30
- Youth Ministry, 7:00 PM
- Tuesday, March 31
- Bible Study, 9:00 AM
- Friday, April 3
- Eucharistic Adoration
St. Julia Church, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
St. Joseph Church, 9:30 - 10:30 AM
- "Walking in Christ's Footsteps", 12:30 PM
- Sunday, April 5
- Children's Liturgy of the Word, 9AM Mass
- Julianne's Birthday :)
- Youth Group, 6PM
FAMILY MASS SURVEY: The Family Mass Committee is searching for ways to enhance the family Mass experience, especially the 9AM Mass. We would like your input! Please help us by completing a short, confidential survey either in hard copy [located in the Parch Center Lobby] or on line at www.stjulia.org and click on Family Mass Survey under "Quick Links" on the home page. This should take no more than five minutes to complete; and will help us tremendously in terms of improving the family experience.
EASTER BASKET PROJECT 2009: As the deadline of Tuesday, April 7th , draws closer, continue to drop off chocolate eggs, jelly beans [small bags], marshmallow peeps and small stuffed animals, 4 oz. bottles of bubbles with wands, plastic Easter grass, and stickers may be placed in the drop-off bins located in the Parish Center Lobby in Weston, and by the literature rack in Lincoln. Monetary donations can be given to Jean Pelletier and Anne Marie Mahoney.
MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH: The Easter Bunny needs your help! We need kids, 6th grade and up, to help put together the Easter Baskets, which will be donated to Bristol Lodge, and then distributed to families in the greater Waltham area who seek assistance. The Basket packing will take place on Good Friday, April 10th from 11AM-12Noon in St. Julia Parish Center. Questions, contact Jean Pelletier by email, or 781-899-0739.
HOLY WEEK
Holy Thursday: Mass of the Lord's Supper, 7:30PM in St. Julia Church, followed by Eucharistic Procession, Prayer and Adoration in the Parish Center until 11PM [No Morning Masses on Holy Thursday].
Good Friday: Celebration of the Lord's Passion [with Holy Communion], 7:30PM in St. Julia Church [No Mass on Good Friday]; Stations of the Cross in St. Julia Church at 12 Noon and St. Joseph Church at 3:00PM.
Holy Saturday: Easter Vigil, 8:00PM in St. Julia Church [No Morning Mass on Holy Saturday]. Sacrament of Penance, St. Julia Church, 3:15- 3:45PM.
Easter Sunday
St. Joseph Church: 7:30, 9:00, 10:30AM and 12 Noon.
St. Julia Church: 9:00, 11:15AM (in Church and hall), no 5PM Mass
We urge anyone who can do so to try to attend either the 9:00AM or the 12 Noon Masses at St. Joseph Church. They are being added, for Easter Sunday only, and they are likely to be less crowded.
HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH GROUP will meet Sunday, April 5th at 6PM in the Youth Ministry Gathering Space. We will have some fun preparing for Holy Week.
"WALKING IN CHRIST'S FOOTSTEPS THROUGHOUT THE HOLY LAND" will be presented by parishioner, Alpheen Menachery, Joan Duffy and Anna Pollock on Friday, April 3rd in St. Julia Parish Hall. At 12:30PM. Please bring a brownbag lunch. Dessert and beverages will be provided. Prior to the presentation, there will be opportunity for prayer before the Blessed Sacrament in St. Julia church at 11AM. All are welcome.
CONFIRMATION DATE: We have been informed of the date for Confirmation: Saturday, October 17th at the 4:00PM Mass in St. Julia Church. Father Arthur Coyle will confer the sacrament.
REBUILDING TOGETHER BOSTON: There are many opportunities for participate in RT/B! Volunteer for the April 25th build. Make an in-kind donation. Offer moral or financial support. For ways to participate or for more information contact Sandra Tollos by email. Sign-up sheets are at the doors of both churches.
Religious Education
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION - K - 8
• Generations of Faith is our religious education
commitment and so takes the place of regular class
this week.
• Last class for our Sunday morning and evening
groups is April 5th.
• Last class for Monday groups is April 13th and for
Tuesday groups is April 14th.
FIRST EUCHARIST WORKSHOP - APRIL 4TH
Children who are preparing to receive First Eucharist
should attend our April 4 workshop with their
families. This workshop, "Eucharist as Community
Meal" includes a video, preparation for the First
Eucharist Masses, activities in the church and a pot
luck lunch. The whole family is welcome to
participate! Program starts promptly at 12:00 and
runs until 2:00PM.
GRADE 8 CONFIRMATIONORIENTATION MEETING - APRIL 5TH
Eighth graders who expect to be confirmed in St.
Julia Parish must attend our orientation session with a
parent on Sunday, April 5th from 6:00 to 7:15PM.
This is the last class for eighth graders; and the only
time that the Confirmation program will be presented
to our parents. Families should have received a flyer
from their child and an e-mail from the Religious
Education office with the details.
CONFIRMATION PREPARATION PROGRAM
Students who did not complete the Confirmation
preparation mini-course will be contacted to schedule
an alternative session, if they expect to be confirmed
in October.
LENTEN FOOD DONATIONS
Help to provide food for the St. Vincent de Paul food
collection in St. Joseph's Church. Bring in a
different food item each of the weeks of Lent. For
next week please bring pasta sauce and
leave it in the bin in the foyer of the Parish Hall.
THE THRIFT SHOP IS READY FOR SPRING!!
It is time to restock the Thrift Shop with spring and summer clothing for our customers. Your donations are welcome and appreciated, especially in these difficult economic times. Saleable clothing must be clean, in season and in style. "Gently" used shoes and sneakers are always in need. Children's clothing and toys must be assured to be "lead-free". "Boutique items" such as costume jewelry, silver, glassware, fine china, along with small kitchen utensils are always a great buy for our shoppers. If you have a prom dress to donate, we will have it cleaned "free of charge" by Anton's Cleaners. Check your closet.
The best way to see what is needed is by visiting the Thrift Shop. You'll be surprised at the hidden treasures for sale. Thank You for your donations and support.
THE 2009 CATHOLIC APPEAL
RESPONDING TO GOD'S GRACE, RENEWING OUR CHURCH
Our goal for St. Julia Parish this year will be $204,000. The Appeal benefits the charities and crucial operations of the Archdiocese.
To date, we have received $116,589 pledged dollars from 30 households, reaching 57.2 of our parish goal. Please know that every gift matters. Also, our parish will receive 25% of all funds we raise above our goal.
If you have not been a regular donor to this drive, or if you have not given for a while, could you think about taking part this year? Doing so will strengthen the faith-life of our church in Boston, with its good effects felt here in Weston and Lincoln -- as in every parish.
BAPTISM
During the month of March we welcome:
Jack Christopher Hicks
Son of Christopher and Erin
NEW WEBSITE: The Archdiocese of Boston has launched a new website designed to bring Catholics closer to their faith and to offer the wider community an expanded and more comprehensive view of the church. Launched on St. Patrick's Day, www.BostonCatholic.org contains helpful information on the Church with links to parishes. It also offers a number of new features, including a video welcome message from Cardinal Sean, streamlined navigation, and many new videos and slideshows. Each office, service and ministry has dedicated space on the site.
EVENTS OUTSIDE OUR PARISH
ARCHDIOCESE OF BOSTON EUCHARISTIC CONGRESS FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS AND YOUNG ADULTS on April 3rd and 4th : Meet new people, listen to dynamic speakers, participate in a service project, attend Palm Sunday Mass with Cardinal Sean O'Malley, enjoy Italian food, and participate in an evening Eucharistic procession at St. Stephen's and St. Leonard's Churches in the North End of Boston. For more information visit: www.eucharisticcongress.org.
RENEW, a unique job search support program that offers practical advice plus care for the spirit, begins Monday, April 6th and runs through May 11th , 9-11:30AM, at St. Anthony Church Hall, Allston. Marie LaBollita, S.C., Director of Sacred Threads, and Gretchen and Richard Daggett, career and life skills coaches, will be offering this six-week program to Regroup, Educate, Nurture, Energize, toward Wholeness. It is targeted for those who have been impacted by job loss. To register or for more information, contact Marie LaBollita, 617-899-2871, or at mlabollita@verizon.net.
St. Julia Parish
781-899-2611
Fax 781-899-8046
Email: office email
Website: www.stjulia.org
- OFFICE HOURS
- 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Monday through Friday
- RECONCILIATION
- St. Julia Church, Saturday: 3:15 - 3:45 PM
- ANOINTING OF THE SICK
- After the 4:00 PM Saturday Mass, or contact Parish Office.
- EUCHARIST AND VISITS TO THE SICK
- Contact Parish Office to notify of anyone ill, homebound or hospitalized.
- EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
- St. Julia Church: Every Friday, Noon to 3:00 PM
- First Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- St. Joseph Church: Every First Friday, 9:30 to 10:30 AM.
- ROSARY
- St. Julia Church: after daily Mass.
- St. Joseph Church: Family Rosary Thursday 7:00 PM.
- BAPTISM
- Monthly at St. Julia Church or at a Mass in either Church. Please call the Parish Office to make advance arrangements.
- MARRIAGES
- Please schedule at least six months before intended date.
- BULLETIN NOTICES
- Should be proposed by email, if possible, to the Parish Office by Tuesday afternoon.
- THRIFT SHOP
- (Pat Sennott 781-899-2229) Tuesday 10-3/Wed 10-12. (Closed July, August, December)
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