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Collaborative of Sacred Heart Parish and Saint Thomas More Parish

Third Sunday of Easter -April 30th, 2017

STM Readings - pg. 904 SH Readings – pg. 1067 Music Music E: The Strife is O’er J3 408 E: The Strife is O’er G3 525 P: Two Were Bound for Emmaus J3 417 P: On the Journey to Emmaus G3 538 C: In the Breaking of the Bread J3 779 C: In the Breaking of the Bread G3 918 R: At the Lamb’s High Feast J3 407 R:At the Lamb’s High Feast We Sing G3 536

The Transmission of Faith is Always a Communal, Ecclesial Event

We are once again pilgrims on the road to Emmaus…Our heads are bowed as we meet the Stranger who draws near and comes with us. As evening comes, we strain to make out His face while he talks to us, to our hearts. In interpreting the Book of Life, He takes our broken hopes and kindles them into fire: the way becomes lighter as, drawing the embers together, we learn to

fan the flame. If we invite Him this evening, He will sit down and together we shall share the meal. And then all those who no longer believed will see and the hour of Recognition will come. He will break the bread of tears at the table of the poor and each will receive manna to their fill.

We shall return to Jerusalem to proclaim aloud what He has whispered in our ear. And no doubt we shall find brothers and sisters there who will greet us with the words: “We too have

met Him!” For we know: the mercy of God has come to visit the land of the living! Fr. Thomas Roscia, CSB

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Watch. Move. Expect opposition. Be poor in spirit. Change. Recently, our collaborative offered parishioners six (6) Lenten Faith Formation sessions for adult parishioners. The series was centered around a DVD series conducted by Bishop Robert Barron and entitled, Conversion. In the last session of this series, Bishop Barron presented the five (5)

steps that led to the Conversion of the Magi. While the Magi were observing the world around them, they noticed a new star. They did, after all, come from a tradition of examining the skies to find reason, meaning, and purpose in life. Together, they decided to follow this new star, which they came to believe would lead them to a great king. The Magi appear prominently in the book of Daniel, who, as chief of the Magi, was ruler of the entire province of Babylon. The Magi were powerful men in the very powerful Babylonian and Persian empires. They were a governing body, the Megistanes, which means "the great ones" or "lords." Their power was in fact only exceeded by the absolute kings themselves. Their cavalry was known for defeating the Roman army. They would have come thundering into the area of Jerusalem on Arabian stallions carrying weapons. There could have been scores or hundreds of people accompanying them, which would explain Matthew’s Gospel (2:3) that tells us that when the Magi visited Herod to ask him about the birth of a new king: “…he was disturbed, and all Jerusalem with him.” Before answering the Magi’s questions, Herod consulted his chief priests and teachers of the law and asked them where the Christ was to be born. They replied, “In Bethlehem in Judea.” Herod, fearful of any power that might diminish his own, called the Magi aside secretly and sent them to Bethlehem, admonishing them to report back to him. But, as we know, the Magi were warned of Herod’s deceit by an angel and returned to their homeland by “another route.” Later, when Herod realized that he had been outwitted by the Magi, he was furious, and gave orders to kill all the boys in Bethlehem and its vicinity who were two years old and under. This was in accordance with the time of the new king’s birth, which he had learned from the Magi. After they left Herod, "the star they had seen in the east went ahead of them until it stopped over the place where the child was." The Magi were filled with awe and wonder in the presence of Jesus and they bowed down in worship of Him. They realized that Jesus, God, was greater than they were. They were indeed poor in spirit. We can assume that after meeting Jesus, truly and personally, they returned to their homeland forever changed. Today, we, too, are called to turn from our own ways and daily routines so that we might follow Jesus’ ways more closely each day. Conversion for today’s Christians is a daily experience. We, like the wisemen, must be attuned to the world around us, watching and expecting the many ways that Jesus tries to gain our attention throughout our day. The Christmas Star led the Magi to the place where Jesus was. Are we watching for those things that will lead us closer to Jesus today and every day? Are we willing to move closer to him by following His Way, His Truth, His Life everyday? What blocks our efforts to grow closer to the Lord? Like the wisemen, who avoided a return to Herod, we too must avoid those people or things that stand in opposition to the Lord’s will in our lives. We must remain poor in spirit, knowing that God is greater than any person or thing, that He must be the center of our lives. Following these steps: watching, moving closer to God, expecting and preparing ourselves for opposition to God’s will in our lives, while remaining poor in spirit, acknowledging that God is our King and Savior, then we, like the Magi, will be forever changed…day by day.

(Adult Faith Formation Video Series: Monday, May 1st) immediately following the 9 am Mass at Saint Thomas More lower church hall, we continue our series, entitled, Untold Blessings, with Bishop Robert Barron. Coffee and munchkins provided.

Monthly Family Faith Community Meetings the week of May 7th. (Please note: The regularly scheduled Tuesday, May 9th sessions, usually held at Saint Thomas More will be held at Sacred Heart lower church hall this week. As previously announced, the editors and photographer of Catechist and Today’s Catholic Teacher magazines will be visiting us to observe this session for their magazines. All participating families will be asked to sign for permission to use their photos in these publications or web sites. These forms may be downloaded on our web site. Confirmation Candidates—Discipleship II, should have submitted their letter s to the Bishop, Confirmation name, and their completed sponsor forms at their retreat. Anyone who did not submit these forms must bring them to the Collaborative office or e-mail them to msimmons@shstm.org as soon as possible.

Prayer Shawl Ministry meets this Tuesday, May 2 at 1:00 pm in Saint Thomas More lower church hall.

The Divine Mercy Committee extends its appreciation to everyone who assisted and attended our regional feast celebration. The Liturgy was beautiful and expressed the true gift of Mercy which comes to us in the Sacraments of Healing: Eucharist and Sacramental Reconciliation. Next year’s hosting parish will be announced at a later date.

Pine Street Inn Help Needed! We have been blessed for over 35 years with a committed group of volunteers, now coordinated by Mrs. Anne d'Entremont, who bring food to the clients of Pine Street Inn on the last Tuesday of the month. Recently, the Knights of Columbus have provided drivers to take the food and volunteer servers into Pine Street. After decades of service, there is an urgent need for more food (desserts and Shepherd pies) and volunteers to serve at the Inn. Cars leave the Saint Thomas parking lot at 3:45 pm each month and return to the lot at about 6:00 pm. If you can help in any way to keep this ministry alive in our collaborative, please call or email Maureen to discuss ways to become involved. Any help is greatly appreciated. And a special thank you to Anne and the team for their dedication and witness!

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8th Grade fundraisers this weekend

As they continue the countdown to graduation, the 8th grade class is hosting two fundraisers this weekend to help defray the costs of their upcoming trip to Washington D.C.

Car Wash

Bring your dirty car over to the Sacred Heart parking lot Saturday,

April 29th from 8am until 3pm.

Rosary Bracelets & Keychains

Many colors and sizes will be on sale after all our Masses this weekend at SHS and STM. Purchase as a special

gift to celebrate Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, First Communion, or

Confirmation.

The Rock on for Education event is only 3 weeks away! Don’t miss this awesome 80’s celebration at the Boston Marriott Quincy, Saturday, May 13th beginning at 6:30pm. Tickets are still available. To purchase, please visit Rock on for Education at www.sacredheartschoolweymouth.org

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Fr. Sean M. Connor, Pastor @ Ext 118 frsean@shstm.org

Fr. David P. Callahan, Par. Vicar @ Ext 117 frdave@shstm.org

Deacon Kenneth N. Ryan, Senior Deacon

Mary Gallegos, Collaborative Secretary @ Ext 110 secretary@shstm.org

Kathleen Smith, Business & Finance Manager @ Ext 112 ksmith@shstm.org

Daniel McCarthy, Facilities Mgr. Patrick McCarthy, Asst

Mary Beth Brady, Pastoral Associate: Music & Liturgy @ Ext 116 mbbrady@shstm.org

Maureen Simmons, Coordinator Lifelong Faith Formation @ Ext 114 msimmons@shstm.org

Joanne Bibeau, Executive Asst. to Pastor and Business Manager @ Ext 115 jbibeau@shstm.org

Virginia Aitken, Admin Asst @ Ext 124 gaitken@shstm.org

Collaborative offices: 55 Commercial Street, Weymouth, MA 02188 Phone: (781) 337-6333 or (781) 843-1980 Fax: (781)337-9192 www.SHSTM.org

email: secretary@shstm.org (normal office hours, Mon thru Fri 9am-4pm)

Sacred Heart: 72 Washington Street, Weymouth, 02188 Saint Thomas More: 7 Hawthorn Road, Braintree, 02184

Sacred Heart Elementary School Phone: (781) 335-6010 www.sacredheartschoolweymouth.org Christopher Beza, Principal cbeza@ sacredheartschoolweymouth.org

MaryJo Donofrio, Secretary shsoffice_weymouth@hotmail.com

Sacred Heart Parish

Reconciliation Saturday Mornings at 8:00am, and Saturday Afternoon from 2:45pm to 3:45pm.

Baptism: Congratulations! Please call the parish office to make arrangements. Baptisms are held the first Sunday of the month at 9:00 & 11:30 am Masses. Preparation class for the family is required held on the 4th Sunday of the month at 1:00 PM in the lower church.

Marriage Congratulations! Contact the parish office at least six months in advance and prior to scheduling your reception.

Sacrament of the Sick please contact the office to make arrangements for home visits or to receive the sacrament prior to surgery.

Adoration, Rosary and Devotionals The Rosary is prayed every Sunday after the 9:00am Mass beginning at 10:10 AM, every Monday at 6:30 PM in the Chapel, every Friday at 5:30 PM, every Saturday after the 7:30 AM Mass in the Chapel; and the Novena to Mother of Perpetual Help is prayed every Tuesday in the Adoration Chapel at 6:30 PM, (except for the 2nd Tuesday of the month when it is prayed in the upper church.)

Saint Thomas More Parish

Reconciliation: Saturday from 4:00 pm to 4:45 pm.

Baptism: Congratulations! Please call the parish office to make arrangements. Baptisms are held the third Sunday of the Month at the 10:15am Mass. Preparation class for the family is required and held on the 4th Sunday of the month at 1:00 PM at Sacred Heart Church, Braintree/Weymouth Landing in the lower church.

Marriage Congratulations! Contact the parish office at least six months in advance and prior to scheduling your reception.

Sacrament of the Sick please contact the office to make arrangements for home visits or to receive the sacrament prior to surgery.

Adoration, Rosary and Devotionals The Rosary is prayed every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 9 am in the Chapel. Eucharistic Adoration in the Chapel every Thursday at 2:30pm. Bible Study – Wednesdays, 10:00 –11:30AM in the lower church hall. Charismatic Prayer Group meeting, every Tuesday, 7 pm. in the Chapel.

Sunday April 30th, Third Sunday of Easter 4p Vigil Mass - (SH) Fr. Bill Joy 5p Vigil Mass - (STM) Fr. Dave Brandy & Alice Maimaron & Deceased of the Maimaron Family Matthew Callahan 9a Family Mass - (SH) Fr. Sean 8a (STM) Fr. Dave Carol Parsley (Month’s Mind) Pro Populo 11:30a - (SH) Fr. Dave 10:15a Family Mass Fr. Sean Sr. Mary Jane Pinto Margaret & John McCabe 5:30p - (SH) Fr. Sean Sophie & John McCabe & Edward McCabe John (Jack) Bracken & Travis Bracken Trieste Ricci Delvecchio 3:00p: Wedding STM: Mary Dhooge & William Fruth Fr. Dave

Mon 5/1 9a (STM) Feast of St. Joseph the Worker Anna & Patrick Hughes, John & Elise Coleman Fr. Sean Tue 5/2 7a (SH) Feast of St. Athanasius James & Gina Fay Fr. Sean Wed.5/3 9a (STM) Feasts of Sts. Philip & James Rita L. Barrasso Fr. Dave Thu.5/4 7a (SH) Easter Weekday: Pro Populo Fr. Dave Fri. 5/5 9a (STM) Easter Weekday: Pro Populo Fr. Dave 10:45a(SH) 1st Friday Mass (w/school in attendance) Pro Populo Fr. Sean Sat.5/6 7:30a (SH) Easter Weekday: Pro Populo Fr. Dave

2p Wedding (SH) Sherry Burns & Michael Owen Fr. Sean

Sunday May 7th, Fourth Sunday of Easter 4p Vigil Mass - (SH) Fr. Sean 5p Vigil Mass - (STM) Fr. Dave Thomas Donelan Thomas & Helen Reynolds 5:30p Wedding Patrick McCarthy & Camile Curry Fr. Sean 9a Family Mass - (SH) W/Baptisms Fr. Sean 8a (STM) Fr. Dave William Cratty, Edward & Christine Lonczak Pro Populo 11:30a - (SH) Fr. Sean 10:15a Family Mass Fr. Dave David Kuja (3rd) Florence Regan, 5:30p - (SH) 5:30p - (SH) Fr. Sean Catherine & Joseph Arsenault & John Doherty (Month’s Mind) Pauline Shea

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The gifts of bread and wine, candles and sanctuary

lamp are offered In Memorial

at Sacred Heart for Thomas & Helen Egan

at St. Thomas More

for the Lyons & Lawless Families

Readings for the Week of April 30, 2017 Sunday: Acts 2:14, 22-33/Ps 16:1-2, 5, 7-11/1 Pt 1:17-21/Lk 24:13-35 Monday: Acts 6:8-15/Ps 119:23-24, 26-27, 29-30/Jn 6:22-29 Joseph the Worker: Gn 1:26--2:3 or Col 3:14-15, 17, 23-24/Ps 90:2-4, Tuesday: Acts 7:51--8:1a/Ps 31:3cd-4, 6, 7b, 8a, 17, 21ab/Jn 6:30-35 Wednesday: 1 Cor 15:1-8/Ps 66:1-3a, 4-7a/Jn 14:6-14 Thursday: Acts 8:26-40/Ps 66:8-9, 16-17, 20/Jn 6:44-51 Friday: Acts 9:1-20/Ps 117:1bc, 2/Jn 6:52-59 Saturday: Acts 9:31-42/Ps 116:12-17/Jn 6:60-69 Next Sunday: Acts 2:14a, 36-41/Ps 23:1-6/1 Pt 2:20b-25/Jn 10:1-10

Please pray for: Frank Mahoney, Herbert McMeekin, John & Donna O’Reilly, Patrice Suarez, Martin Beatty, John Keeley, Phillip & Marjorie Attardo, Marie Santo, John Dingee, Gina Pappas,

Jackie Fuller, Robert McDermott, Paul Donohoe, Paul Hughes, Paul Boback, Diane Rogers, Julie Williams, Joseph Gavin, Peter Aitken, William Walsh, James Perkins, Tracy Cronin, Joseph & Lee Doyle,

Irene Griffin, Theresa McIsaac, Teresa Connolly, Pat Smith, Dorothy Rocks, James Larson, Ruth Campbell, Marjorie Murphy, Donnie Kenneally, Patricia Lee, Annabelle Coyle, Debbie Turco, Irene B. Panaro,

John Gifford, Maria Marini, Robert Harrington, Sheila Lucy, Nora Hutchings, Leone Walls, Sarah Connor, and our little ones: young Maeve Wilson, Olivia Marsh, Rory Tobin, Lucky Eschauzier, Ariana & Isabella,

Mark & Ethan Mondello, Wil Rooney and Baby John Paul Morris.

Vacation Bible School Summer 2017 Hurry!! Registration Closes May 15th

WHO: all children entering grades Kindergarten through Grade 5 Registration is limited to the first 100 children. WHEN: June 26 –30 from 9-12 each day WHERE: Sacred Heart LCH and property

HEAR YE! HEAR YE! VBS 2017 is a VICTORY celebration! We have a mighty and majestic week in store for the children of our collaborative! Knights, princes and princesses will gather in our church hall (transformed into a Mighty Fortress Castle and Medieval Village) for a week of stories, games, crafts, snacks, skits, songs and mak-

ing new friends all activities which point to Jesus, our Savior and King in whom the VICTORY IS WON!

Holy Father’s May Prayer Intention for Christians in Africa

That Christians in Africa, in imitation of the Merciful Jesus, may give prophetic witness to reconciliation,

justice, and peace.

In our prayers to Our Lady, we honor and worship her Son. Ask the Blessed Mother for her assistance and grace, especially when we feel most troubled in our daily lives.

We will crown Our Lady at both family Masses, Sunday May 7th

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Last weekend’s Offertory totals and breakdown—4/22 & 4/23

Stewardship: Time, Talent & Treasure

Sacred Heart Parish

Our Collaborative Food Pantry is located at St. Thomas More church and is managed by members of our local St. Vincent de Paul. lf you are interested in volunteering or for

more information, call Maureen at the office. This is a great service for families, teens and adults. Food items can be put in the bins at the doors of STM or in the lobby at SH.

Thank you for all your donations to support the hungry in our parishes!

For assistance if you live in STM Parish call (781) 843-1980.

For assistance if you live in SH Parish call (339) 205-8029.

St. Thomas More Parish

Mass Mass Coun

Percent Capacity

Total Offertory

% in Envelope

8:00pm 305 55% $2,209.00 70%

9:00am 186 34% $948.00 64%

11:30am 185 34% $1,396.00 48%

5:30pm 85 15% $680.00 17%

Total Mass 761 Online giving $3,294.00 31%

Envelopes mailed in: $766 Offered @ STM or other: $ 1,452 Total Offertory $10,751.53

Mass Mass Count

Percent Capacity

Total Offertory

% in in Envelope

5:00pm 122 37% $1,046.00 37%

8:00am 127 38% $1,052.00 38%

10:15am 177 54% $1,042.00 54%

Total Mass 426 Online Giving $90.00 2%

Envelopes mailed in: $190.00 Offered @ SH or other $652.00 Total Offertory $4,074.21

SH & STM tithe $742 to SHS

This Weekend April 29th & 30th, there will be one envelope with one passing of the basket. Next Weekend May 5th & 6th, there will be one envelope with one passing of the basket.

Thank you in advance for your generous support!

Some parishioners have asked to have their Offertory made directly to Sacred Heart or St. Thomas More. The easiest and most cost effective way is to go to your online bill pay and

set up a recurring payment to Sacred Heart or St. Thomas More Parish. Please make sure on the memo line to include either Sacred Heart or St. Thomas More,

your envelope number and the word “Offertory”.

This will ensure that we credit your account correctly and your personal banking information stays with your bank.

Your recurring payment helps us greatly, especially during the off seasons when you may be traveling. Kindly call Kathleen Smith, Business/Finance Manager, at 781-337-6333, Ext 112, with any questions.

Beginning the weekend of May 7th we will begin to send out details on our Increased Giving Program with a three-fold goal: to satisfy our current obligations to operating and programming expenses, staffing; invest in

deferred and scheduled maintenance, renovations and repairs; and grow in the Disciples in Mission capacity for the New Evangelization to our families and individuals for Life Long Formation of the Faith