St. Bridget Parish Sunday, April 8, 2018 | Second Sunday of Easter

830 Worcester Road, Framingham, MA 01702 www.stbridgetparish.org

(508) 875-5959

Pastoral Staff (Rev. Msgr.) Francis V. Strahan Pastor Rev. George Brown Rev. Frank Campo Rev. Peter Shen Deacon Alberto Gonzalez Part-Time Assistants

Schedule of Masses Saturday: 4:00PM Vigil Mass Sunday: 7:30AM, 9:30AM (Family Mass) & 11:30AM Daily Mass: Monday—Friday 9:00AM

Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday’s 2:00PM—3:00PM

Vocation Chalice

The Vocation Chalice this week will be hosted by Jim & Rita Hall

3/25 Offertory $7,483.00

Easter Collection

$14,638.00 was received for the Easter Clergy Benefit Trust collection.

From the Business Office

The Sanctuary Lamp

is lit in Loving Memory of Henry S. Gillet

Given by Francis & Mary Jesch

Mass Intentions & Feast Days

Saturday, April 14, 2018

4:00PM Theresa Carnicella

Sunday, April 15, 2018

7 :30AM The Pierre & Eli Families 9 :30AM Healing of Margaret Garcia 11:30AM Special Intention for John Ryan O’Neill

9:00AM Ryan O. Sebastian

Friday, April 13, 2018

Catholic Appeal News

As of March 30, 2018 we have received $87,880.00, which represents 70% of our total goal of $125,242.00.

To make an online pledge, please visit www.bostoncatholicappeal.org.

Thank you for your support!

FEAST OF THE DIVINE MERCY | APRIL 8, 2018 at 1:30PM Special Divine Mercy Prayers and Exposition & Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament

This weekend we celebrate the Feast of the Divine Mercy. It is a day of extraordinary grace, a day of healings, reconciliation, forgiveness, freedom from addictions, and more. In a series of revelations to St. Maria Faustina Kowalska in the 1930s, our Lord called for a special feast day to be celebrated on the Sunday after Easter. Today, we know that feast as Divine Mercy Sunday, named by Pope St. John Paul II at the canonization of St. Faustina on April 30, 2000. The Lord told St. Faustina: “I desire that the Feast of Mercy be a refuge and a shelter for all souls, and especially for poor sinners. On that day the very depths of My tender mercy are open. I pour out a whole ocean of graces upon those souls who approach the fount of My mercy. The soul that will go to Confession and receive Holy Communion shall obtain

complete forgiveness of sins and punishment. On that day are opened all the divine floodgates through which graces flow. Let no soul fear to draw near to Me, even though its sins be as scarlet.” Miracles of all kinds have been reported and continue to be in store for those that seek them. On this day, bring to our Lord every intention of your heart and every burden that you carry.

We are in search of a few volunteers, after the 9:00AM Morning Mass/Rosary, to help refill the Holy Water fonts. If you have an extra 20 minutes

and would like to help please call the rectory at 508-875-5959 or stop by after Mass. We will be glad to train you.

Sad News to Report

After serving the surrounding community for 61 years, Marian High School will close in June. It is always sad to lose the presence of this kind of Catholic High School. We will help in any way we can during their transition process. Keep the faculty and students in your prayers.

Want to join the Knights of Columbus?

The Knights of Columbus, a Catholic fraternal society for men 18 and up, will be holding a membership drive here at St. Bridget Parish on April 14th and 15th before and after Masses. The Knights of Columbus is the largest lay Catholic service organization in the world.

Faith Formation Registration

If you have a child that will be entering grades 1-10 in September 2018, that is not currently enrolled in the Faith Formation, please fill out the 2018-2019 registration form. Those currently enrolled in the Faith Formation Program will be receiving a registration packet in the mail. Registration forms can be found on the parish website, www.stbridgetparish.org, under the Faith Formation tab. If any young adult or adult is interested in becoming a catechist, please contact Jessica Keefe for grades 6-10 or Gail Barbato for grades 1-5.

If you have any questions please contact:

Jessica Keefe, Director of Religious Education Grades 6-10 jkeefe@stbridgetparish.org or 508-879-4271x2 Gail Barbato, Coordinator of Religious Education Grades 1-5 gbarbato@stbridgetparish.org or 508-879-4271x1

Classes for grades 1-5 are held on Wednesdays from 4:00—5:15PM.

Classes for grades 6-10 are held on Sundays time TBA

Middle School Youth Night

Join us as we make ice cream sundae’s and

watch a movie together!

The St. Bridget Parish Youth Ministry is hosting a “Night at the Movies” event in the School Hall on Friday April 13th from 6:30—8:30PM. Please be sure to bring a comfy blanket, camping chair or sleeping bag as we transform our school hall into a movie theater! Don’t forget to bring a friend! The cost for this night will be $10. All proceeds will benefit the teens and adults attending the mission trip this summer to Mississippi. Please RSVP to Jessica Keefe by Wednesday April 11th @ jkeefe@stbridgetparish.org.

Lenten Labyrinth Walk Update

This meditative walk was fruitful for those able to partake on March 20. ‘Walkers’ left intentions at the ‘doorway’ of the labyrinth. Karen had printed out the names of those lost in the Columbine and most recent school shootings and placed them under the intentions container. ‘Walkers’ were also able to journal and share the experience at the conclusion. We were fortunate that this Lenten offering did not get cancelled from yet another snow event!

Protecting God’s Children The Protecting God’s Children program is required for all parish volunteers, catechists, and those involved in lay ministries. Upcoming trainings are listed below: -St. Augustine Parish, Andover April 11, 6pm, call 978-475-0050 to register. -St. Timothy Parish, Norwood April 26, 7:30pm, call 781-769-2522 to register. -Archdiocesan Pastoral Center April 23, 9am call 617-254-0100 to register. -St. Augustine, Andover June 9, 9am, call 978-475-0050 to register. -Archdiocesan Pastoral Center, August 23, 9am call 617-254-0100 to register. -Archdiocesan Pastoral Center October 13, 9am call 617-254-0100 to register. Keeping Your Memory in Mind: A Three-Part Series: Whitney Place at Natick -Thursday, April 12, 5:30-7:30pm Memory Help in the Digital Era with Rhoda Au, Ph.D. Learn how digital technologies can offer solutions to modify those risks and symptoms for reducing the likelihood of disease. -Monday, May 14, 5:30-7:30pm Nutrition for Your Best Memory with Nina Quirk, M.A. Whatever your age, come find out how you and those you care about can eat to be kind to our minds. -Monday, June 18, 5:30-7:30pm Research in Memory Loss with Elizabeth Vassey, Ph.D. Find out how early diagnosis of Alzheimer disease matters, how to improve or stabilize memory, and how to arrange for memory loss screening. Reservations are required. To register: Kim Mahoney, 508-655-5000 Three Vision Drive, Natick

Bridges Welcome Center, Sudbury Understanding Wandering Tuesday, April 17, 2pm & 6pm Wandering is common with people with dementia and can be dangerous. Learn why a loved one may wander and discover how you can help keep them safe. Events are presented by Alicia Seaver, VP of Memory Care Options and Certified Memory Impairment Specialist. To register: 978-331-1224 The Sacred Life of Moms: How the Messy & Miraculous Become Our Holy Ground A morning of Connection, Inspiration, and Love with Lisa McCrohan, MA, LCSW, SEP Psychotherapist, Compassion Coach and author of Gems of Delight Saturday, April 28-doors open at 9am 9:30-11:00am, St. Julia Parish, 374 Boston Post Road $40, Sacred Threads Save the Date: Living a Spiritual Life, Assisting Others to Do The Same November 8, 2018 We will have the opportunity to make the 50th anniversary of the passing of Thomas Merton with a retreat day in North Andover. Padraic O’Hare, a professor of Religious and Theological Studies, at Merrimack College will offer a presentation on this wise monk and poet. There will be a film biography of Merton, an invitation to participate in contemplative prayer, and discussion all at Rolling Ridge Retreat and Conference Center. Transportation and lunch are included. Departure and return will be from St. Bridget Parish main parking lot. To register or for information contact Karen Mallozzi, Director of Parish Ministries, at 508-875-6009 or kmallozzi@stbridgetparish.org

UPCOMING EVENTS AND PROGRAMS

Next Week’s Scripture Readings First Reading -- The God of our fathers has glori ied his servant Jesus (Acts 3:13-15, 17-19). Psalm -- Lord, let your face shine on us (Psalm 4). Second Reading -- The way we may be sure that we know Jesus is to keep his commandments (1 John 2:1-5a). Gospel -- Jesus stood in their midst and said to them, "Peace be with you" (Luke 24:35-48).

Please Pray For:

Lt. Andrew Sweeney, US Navy

LCPL Lorenzo Giovanella, USMC, Fort Devens

Benjamin Austin William F. Bernhard

Jane Bratica Edward Brennan JoMarie Bucantis

Pierce Deane Aiden Hall Aidrik Hall

Mario Laferla Lisa Lamare

Marguerite LaMarque Robert Lew

Eugene McSweeny

George Meninno Valerie Montuori

Amy Noel Joel Rivera

Piper Simmons Annika Smith Thomas Stein All Veterans

Stephen Virdinlia Mitchell Webster Walter Weldon

Dolores G. Wilson

John Joann

Next Weekend’s Liturgical Minister’s

April 14th & 15th Eucharistic Minister

Lector Altar Server Usher Celebrant

Saturday, 4:00PM

Mary Avola Jeanne Walsh Christine Tosti Noreen Begley Christine Rocco Leslie Walkenstein Maira McCarthy Brendan McCarthy

Joe Repole Peter Hsieh Chris Ryan John Mauritz Msgr. Strahan

Sunday, 7:30AM Maria Chaput Sheila Flynn Deb Giovanella Josie Yip Mary Yasuda Aidan McKinney Gus Roberto Paul Donahue Joe Kovalchin Dave McIntyre Tony Suatengco

Fr. Shen Sunday, 9:30AM Family Mass

Jennifer Ryan Vicki Peterson Richard Bishop Eryn Flynn A.J. MacIsaac Maggie MacIsaac Michael Pekkarinen Catherine Giorgetti Tim Garahan Msgr. Strahan

Sunday, 11:30AM Sera ien Khokhar Brian McGillicuddy Emilia Gordon Joyce McKeown Kathy McGillicuddy Sean McGillicuddy Olivia Hermanspan

Tricia Cincotta Betty O’Neil John Gannon Msgr. Strahan

Confessions are heard this Saturday from 2-3 PM. This week confessions will be heard by Fr. Shen.

PARISH STAFF

Administra ve Assistant Ms. Meaghan Turchi 508-875-5959, ext. 104 mturchi@stbridgetparish.org Director of Parish Ministries Mrs. Karen M. Mallozzi 508-875-6009 M-W-F 9:30AM—3:30PM kmallozzi@stbridgetparish.org Director Of Music/Organist Ms. Michelle French Organists Mrs. Marge Withee Mr. Francis Jesch

Finance & Opera ons Mgr./Tui on Mrs. Maria S. Sebas an 508-875-5959, ext. 103 mssebas an@stbridgetparish.org

PARISH MAILING ADDRESS St. Bridget Rectory 15 Wheeler Avenue

Framingham, MA 01702

Rectory: 508-875-5959 Rectory Fax: 508-875-1270

strahan@stbridgetparish.org

Office Hours: Mon.-Fri.: 9:00AM—4:00PM

(8:00AM—3:00PM Summer me/Fridays) Sat.: 9:30AM—2:00PM Sun.:9:00AM—1:00PM

Parish Home Page: www.stbridgetparish.org

Please send Bulle n Announcements to: bulle n@stbridgetparish.org

**By Monday at 6:00PM

OFFICE OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Director, Grades 6-10 Ms. Jessica Keefe 508-879-4271, ext. 2 jkeefe@stbridgetparish.org Coordinator, Grades 1-5 Mrs. Gail Barbato 508-879-4271, ext. 1 gbarbato@stbridgetparish.org CYO Coordinator Ms. Jessica Keefe, Youth Minister 508-879-4271, ext. 2 jkeefe@stbridgetparish.org

School Mailing Address: 832 Worcester Road

Framingham, MA 01702 School: 508-875-0181

School Fax: 508-875-9552

School Home Page: www.saintbridgetschool.info

SCHOOL STAFF School Principal Admissions/Development Office Mrs. Cathleen R. Chaves Mrs. Jennifer Ryan 508-875-0181, ext. 222 508-875-0181, ext. 229 cchaves@saintbridgetschool.info jryan@saintbridgetschool.info Administra ve Assistant Extended Day Director Mrs. Melissa Harmon Ms. Jessica Goudy 508-875-0181 508-875-0181, ext. 226 frontdesk@saintbridgetschool.info jgoudy@saintbridgetschool.info

Sacrament of Baptism

Before an infant baptism parents must attend a baptismal catechesis class. Classes are held on the first Friday of each month at 7PM in the Rectory Meeting Room. If there is a change due to bad weather parents will be notified. Participants should park in the Rectory parking lot and enter the door on that level. *Dates for baptism are set once the class has been attended and all paperwork is received and complete. Baptisms take place once a month on a Sunday at 2PM. To register for class or to ask a question call 508-875-6009.

Sacrament of Marriage Arrangements should be made with one of the priests at least one year prior to the intended date of marriage so that all requirements can be completed. Please Note: Saturday weddings can be celebrated from 10:00AM to 1:00PM at the latest. Sunday weddings can be celebrated from 1:30PM to 4:00PM at the latest.

Pastoral Ministry Visitations to the sick and the homebound are made by Pastoral Visitors who bring the Blessed Sacrament and offer spiritual befriending on a weekly basis. If a member of your family, or friend, or neighbor is in the hospital or is home-bound, we would appreciate hearing from you. Kindly call the Pastoral Ministry Office at 508-875-6009 to request assistance.