PARISH FAMILY OF OUR LADY OF THE LAKE 1400 MAIN STREET, LEOMINSTER, MA 01453

Parish Office Hours 9AM - 3PM

Monday through Thursday

Parish Office: (978) 342-2978

Religious Ed. Office: (978) 342-2978, Opt. 4 Fax: (978) 342-8738

Parish E-Mail Information@ourladylake.org

Religious Ed. E-mail Religiouseducation@ourladylake.org

Parish Web Address

www.ourladylake.org

Parish Staff Pastor: Father C. Michael Broderick

Email: cmb@ourladylake.org

Associate Pastor: Father Carlos Ruiz

Weekend Assistant: Msgr. James Mongelluzzo

Weekend Seminarian: Cleber de Paula Rodrigues

Religious Ed. Director: Lisa Sciacca

Religious Ed. Grade Coordinators: Michelle Lutter and Ellen DePatie

Religious Ed. Secretary: Debbie Bronchuk

Parish Secretary: Laura Petkewich

Parish Bookkeeper: Wendy Chartrand Facility Manager: Frank Ricardo, Jr. Director of Music: Regie Pineda

Liturgical Celebrations

Lord’s Day Masses: Saturday: 5PM

Sunday: 8AM, 9:45AM,11:45AM & 5PM

Daily Mass: 8AM (M, T, W, F)

Communion Service: 8AM (Thursday)

Sacrament of Reconciliation Every Saturday at 4PM and by appointment anytime.

Safe Environment Notice Our parish follows the guidelines of the national charter for the protection of children and young people approved by the US Bishops and Dioceses of Worcester policies. Contact Victim Services at a direct and confidential telephone line at 508-929-4363. Lisa Sciacca is the Safe Environment Coordinator at our parish.

ALL ARE WELCOME! No matter what your present status

in the Catholic Church,

no matter what your current family

or marital situation,

no matter what your personal history,

age, background, race,

no matter what your own self-image:

You are invited, welcomed, accepted, loved,

and respected here at Our Lady of the Lake.

If you are new to our parish,

please contact the Parish Office to register

as a new member of our parish family.

OUR LADY OF THE LAKE LEOMINSTER, MA

SAT., JAN. 6th Saint Andre Bessette 5:00 PM Ben DeLuca, 95th Bday Remembrance SUN., JAN. 7th The Epiphany of the Lord 8:00AM William Penny

Alfred Lansberg

9:45AM Robert Murchie Joan and Betty Shea 11:45AM Gloria Piccicuto, 1st Anniversary

Joseph DiBona, 10th Anniversary

5:00PM Deceased Members of Our Parish

MON., JAN. 8th The Baptism of the Lord 8:00AM

TUES., JAN. 9th 8:00 AM Alice Therriault, Month’s Mind

WED., JAN. 10th 8:00 AM THURS., JAN. 11th 8:00 AM Communion Service FRI., JAN. 12th

8:00 AM

SAT., JAN. 13th Saint Hilary 5:00 PM Robert Hunter Patrick Moriarty

SUN., JAN. 14th 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:00AM Ernie Ricci, Birthday Remembrance Jack Gojan

9:45AM Michael Gaudet Theresa Sharrow, Birthday Remembrance 11:45AM Dan and Marie Bell Salvatore Salamone, 1st Anniversary 5:00PM Michael Hackett

Please remember in your prayers:

Parishioner Michael E. Hackett and Paula M. Babbin,

sister of parishioner Carol Bishop May he rest in peace,

and may his family find comfort from their faith in Jesus Christ.

Dear Friends, Perhaps you have heard of the phrase “smells and bells” to describe the Roman Catholic Liturgy. Our style of worship is one that is very sensate, meaning we that try involve all of our senses as we worship the God who has

given us these marvelous gifts to begin with! Incense, of course, is one of the “smells” we use. What we use here is fast burning and nearly smokeless in an effort to help those with allergies (like myself). The Feast of the Epiphany is one of those feasts where the use of incense is almost required as it has the honor of being one of the three gifts offered by the Three Kings to the King of all King! The smoke arises from the burner, or thurible, as a visible sign of our prayers rising up to the Lord. Visuals help us to give a more tangible feeling to that which is truly intangible. The Three Kings or the Wise men, offer an exotic air of mystery and wonder to this feast. Their names, Caspar, Melchior, and Balthazar, are not what one would call “common.” However, the first letters of their names will be inscribed over many doorways today as it has been for centuries. As they arrived at the stable to offer their gifts and blessings to the Christ Child, the tradition arose to bless, in their name, the homes of all those who desire the presence of that same child in their own homes. I offer you this prayer to use at home with your families, or by yourself, to bless your home as we begin the new year. Using a piece of chalk, write on the outside of your house or inside above the front main entrance, above or next to an entrance: +20 Christus Mansionem Benedicat 18+ These words mean, “May Christ bless this house” or you may use the names of the Magi, +20 Caspar Melchior

Balthazar 18+ or +20 C M B 18

All: Lord God of heaven and earth, you

revealed your only begotten Son to every nation

by the guidance of a star. Bless this house and all

who live here and all who visit. May we be

blessed with health, kindness of heart, gentleness

and the keeping of your law. Fill us with the

light of Christ, that our love for each other may

go out to all. We ask this through Christ our

Lord. Amen

May the peace of Christ always remain with you and yours. Peace, Fr. Michael

THE EPIPHANY OF THE LORD

RELIGIOUS ED FAMILIES

The Peer Retreat Team, Kindergarten, and Beginnings will meet this Sunday, Jan. 7th. High School II will meet this Sunday from 6-9PM. Please remember to bring in your sponsor forms, Saint names, and any service you have completed.

Local TV stations, Channels 4, 5, & 7, will

provide the following detail for inclement

weather closures: Leominster Schools Closed: No morning Mass, No Religious Education, Food Pantry will be

closed, and the Parish Office will be delayed in

opening. Leominster School Delay: No morning Mass, Parish Office will be delayed in opening. No Religious Services: No Mass. No Religious Classes: No Religious Education. No Evening Activities: No Religious Education or Meetings. Closed: All Church Activities are Cancelled.

Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament takes place every Tuesday morning at 7AM before the 8AM morning Mass and continues after Mass until 9:30AM. All are welcome to join us.

PRAYERS NEEDED FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

As part of their faith formation, 46 of our high school students will be taking part in a day-long retreat in

the Church Hall on Sat., Jan. 13th. To support them and the team of 21 high school students who will lead them, we are inviting you to choose one of their names from a basket which will be offered at the end of each Mass this weekend. We ask that you offer whatever prayer and sacrifice that you feel is appropriate for the student or team member during the week ahead, and especially on the retreat day for the intention that their hearts will be open to the Holy Spirit.

COMING UP…...JANUARY 16TH OR 21ST…

YEAR 1 SACRAMENTAL PREP MEETINGS FOR

PARENTS FOR RECONCILIATION! If your child is

in Grade 1 in Religious Ed or is in an upper grade but has

not yet prepared to receive First Reconciliation, this

meeting is for you and is directed to parents only. This

meeting is not geared for the children. You can choose

either one of two options (Tuesday, Jan. 16th at 7PM or

Sunday, Jan. 21st at 1 PM) for parents to help you to be

mentally and spiritually ready to prepare your child for

his/her first Reconciliation. If you have any questions or

need more information please call the Religious Ed

Office.

In observance of Martin Luther King Day on Monday, Jan. 15th, the Parish Office will be closed, and there are no Religious Ed classes scheduled for Sun., Jan. 14th, Mon., Jan. 15th, and Tues., Jan. 16th.

YOU CAN SUPPORT

OUR TEACHERS!

We would love to have a few more substitute teachers for our children in

Grades 1-5 on Mondays and Tuesdays (4:15-5:15PM), and Grades 6-8 meet on Mondays from 6:45-8PM. If you are interested in teaching but can’t commit to weekly classes, this ministry allows you the freedom to say yes or no depending on your schedule! Please call the religious ed office for more information.

Your generosity has helped many people! During the week of Dec. 31st, 12 bags of food were distributed.

JANUARY 6TH AND 7TH, 2018

MINISTRIES IN ACTION ENRICHMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Adult Confirmation The Diocese of Worcester offers a retreat to prepare people 18 years of age and older to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation. This is offered on Sun., Jan. 21st, 2-8PM at the Immaculate Conception Spiritual Renewal Center in Putnam, CT. The sponsor is also invited to attend. The celebration of the sacrament will take place on Sun., Feb. 4th at 3PM at St. Paul’s Cathedral in Worcester. If you have been meaning to complete your sacraments of initiation, this is the perfect opportunity to be fully initiated into the life of the Church and qualified to become a Godparent. Applications are available at the Parish Office or at the entrances to the Church.

Do you or a loved one know of someone who is suffering from addiction or is in recovery? Do you have questions or need support to handle that situation? The following might be helpful to you. Recovery Conversations is an interactive and educational family support group for those coping with an addiction of a loved one.

Recovery Conversations

Wednesday 6:00 – 8:00 pm

Community Health Connections

326 Nichols Rd. Fitchburg, MA

WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY CORRECTION!

Our next meeting will be on Monday,

February 5th. There will be no meetings in

January. FEBRUARY CALENDAR RAFFLE

We will be running our February Calendar Raffle again this year, and as you know here at OLL, dollars equal service. For every dollar we receive either through our weekly collection or annual fundraisers, it enables us to provide many of our wonderful services.

Please help to make this February Calendar Raffle a huge success again this year by participating in the raffle. A letter describing the raffle and raffle chances has been mailed to all parishioners. You may mail or drop off your chances and donation to the Parish Office or place your envelope in the offertory basket. If you require additional calendars or chances, please stop by the Parish Office. Donation cost is $10 per chance. Good Luck to all!

Year-End Giving and Tax Benefits

The holiday season is a time to express appreciation and love for family and friends. It is also a time to do your tax planning, and we hope you will consider making good use of the income tax charitable deduction. A year-end donation can provide a tax benefit to you, while providing meaningful support to Our Lady of the Lake Parish. Giving is about much more than tax savings. Your charitable gifts make an important difference in what we are able to accomplish. Thank you.

Donations are always welcome to replen-

ish our food pantry and may be left in the

totes at the entrances to the church.

PANCAKE MIX SPAGHETTI PANCAKE SYRUP SPAGHETTI SAUCE OATMEAL MACARONI & CHEESE PEANUT BUTTER INSTANT POTATOES JAM OR JELLY CANNED FRUIT TUNA CRACKERS MAYONNAISE JUICE SOUP COFFEE, TEA BEEF STEW HOT COCOA

RICE (WHITE OR FLAVORED) CANNED MEAT (CHICKEN, TURKEY, HAM)

GROCERY STORE GIFT CARDS

THANK YOU for your continued support!

JANUARY 6TH AND 7TH, 2018

THIS WEEK’S PARISH EVENTS

SATURDAY, JANUARY 6TH 7:30PM AA Meeting

SUNDAY, JANUARY 7TH

8:15AM Peer Retreat Team Meeting

8:30AM Beginnings Class 9:40AM Kindergarten Class 11:00AM Teen Music Ministry

2:00PM Couple to Couple Ministry

6:00PM RCIA

7:00PM High School II Class

MONDAY, JANUARY 8TH

4:15PM Religious Ed Classes—Gr. 1-5

6:45PM Religious Ed Classes—Gr. 6-8

TUESDAY, JANUARY 9TH

4:15PM Religious Ed Classes—Gr. 1-8

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 10TH

5:30PM Cub Scouts Pack 3 Meeting

7:00PM Folk Group Practice THURSDAY, JANUARY 11TH 9:00AM Dominoes 6:00PM Rosary for the Unborn 6:00PM Cub Scouts Pack 3 Meeting

6:30PM Boy Scout Troop 12 Meeting

1:00PM Prayer Shawl Meeting

7:00PM Adult Choir Practice

FRIDAY, JANUARY 12TH

4:30PM Choir of Angels Practice 7:30PM Al Anon Meeting

SATURDAY, JANUARY 14TH 9:00AM High School I Retreat 7:30PM AA Meeting

SUNDAY, JANUARY 15TH

11:00AM Teen Music Ministry

6:00PM RCIA

Thank you for your Parish Support!

December 31st, 2017

142 Sunday Envelopes $ 3,907. 27 Make Up Envelopes $ 724. 1 Paid Ahead Envelopes $ 50. Loose Cash $ 1,882. SUNDAY COLLECTION $ 6,563. Monthly Maintenance $ 252. Solemnity of Mary Collection $ 393. Parish Tithe

To be reported next week.

Thank you for your continued generosity!

Father Carlos’ Pills of Faith

The Feast of the Epiphany is the celebration of the revelation of Jesus to all nations. The wise men coming from different parts of the world

come to recognize Jesus as the King and Savior. “Then they opened their treasures and offered him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh.” Gold that symbolizes Jesus’ kingship, frankincense offer to him as God, and myrrh that signifies his humanity. We also come to Jesus, we also give him homage and we present to him all who we are, all we have and all we keep in our hearts. And, in exchange, Jesus reveals himself to us, he gives us his love, peace, and mercy. He receives our prayers and grants all we truly need. Our lives become full of his humbleness and caring presence. So, let us come to Jesus, let us bow ourselves to him as the wise always do. “Wise men come with the treasures of earth in their hands, and left with the Treasure of heaven in their hearts.”

Next Weekend’s Celebrants

SATURDAY, JANUARY 13TH

5:00PM Monsignor James Mongelluzzo

SUNDAY, JANUARY 14TH

8:00AM Father Michael Broderick

9:45AM Father Michael Broderick 11:45AM Father Carlos Ruiz

5:00PM Father Carlos Ruiz

Stewardship Calendars for 2018

Calendars are available at the entrances to the Church and in the Parish Family Center. Please be sure to bring them to our parishioners who are homebound or in a nursing home with the promise of our prayers and love.