Mass Intentions -Week of August 23rd Twenty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time
Saturday 4:30pm at SM
August 22 Vigil of 21st
Sunday in Ordinary Time Those who are sick, suffering, or homeless
Sunday 8:00am at SH 10:30am at SH
August 23 Twenty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time Stanley & Mildred Skaza, by Gary & Sue Simeone Caregivers, and those in their care
Monday 8:00am at SH
August 24 St. Bartholomew All OLSH parishioners, living & deceased
Tuesday 8am at SH
August 25 Weekday Holy Souls from the November 2
nd offering
Wednesday 8am at SH
August 26 Weekday
Thursday 8am at SH
August 27 St. Monica
Friday August 28 No Mass today
Saturday 4:30pm at SM
August 29 Vigil of 22nd
Sunday in Ordinary Time All students & teachers returning to school
Sunday 8:00am at SH 10:30am at SH
August 30 Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time Suzanne Lincoln (6
th ann.), by Gary & Linda Lincoln
Those who are inspired to nurture the growth of the Catholic Faith in the youth of OLSH Parish as Religious Education teachers
Please pray for our brothers & sisters who have asked for our prayers:
Micah Burt, Myong Cote, Fr. Dave, Ginger Duhamel,
Peter Jennette*, Jeanne Kaleskas, Bernie & Priscilla
Kulas, Theresa Lupacchino, Julie Nydam, Fr. William
O’Brien, Reggie Ostrout, Rita Pare, Joseph Putch,
Loretta Roberge, Judy Stickles, Brian Trudeau, Richard
Trudeau
*Please say a prayer for him on Aug. 24th
when he has
open-heart surgery.
We pray for all the deceased members & benefactors of our parish; all
those in Military Service; those suffering from the effects of natural
disaster, epidemics, and political strife.
Please send us the names of any loved ones you would like to be included on (or removed from) the list. Call 508 867-6469 or email [email protected].
“Anointing of the Sick is the sacrament that is received by those who are ill or suffering. By the sacred anointing and the prayer of the priest, the whole Church commends those who are sick to Christ. The sick person receives the Holy Spirit’s gifts of strength, faith, peace, and courage, and his or her suffering is united with the suffering of Christ for the building up of the Church.” (Catechism of the Catholic Church nos. 1520-23)
And in Scripture, through the Apostle James Christ has commanded us: “Is anyone among you sick? He should summon the presbyters [priests] of the Church, and they should pray over him and anoint [him] with oil in the name of the Lord, and the prayer of faith will save the sick person, and the Lord will raise him up. If he has committed any sins, he will be forgiven.” – The Letter of James 5:14-15
So, if you wish to arrange for the Anointing of the Sick for yourself or a loved one, or before or during a hospital stay/surgery for yourself or another, please call the parish office at 508 867-6469. Remember, this sacrament is not reserved only for those who are near death, but for anyone who may be ill or suffering.
Your Sacrificial Offering Last Weekend
General $2,492
The Assumption $274
Church in Central & Eastern Europe $412
Thank you! Your support is our parish’s strength.
Special Collections
9/12 & 13 Monthly Renovation Fund
9/26 & 27 Annual Catholic Schools Appeal
~Stewardship~
“If it does not please you to serve the Lord, decide today whom you will serve…As for me and my
household, we will serve the Lord.” (Joshua 24:15) When we commit to serve the Lord, we must be willing to become a partner in the work of the Lord. A partner is a person who invests their time, talent and treasure. If we say we serve God, we must actually do something and not merely talk about it!
~Word of Life~ “I came so that they might have life and have it more
abundantly.”
— John 10:10 (NABRE © 2010 CCD. Used with
permission.)
CORI Workshops Wednesday Sept. 2nd
7pm in Dugan Hall All Parish workers and volunteers age 17 and older must submit to a CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) check and fill out a CORI form every five years. Any new teachers or volunteers are required to view a diocesan mandated film on the Protection of Children. The workshop consists of a training video, Q&A, and discussion. Those who haven’t renewed in 5 years need only bring a picture ID & fill out a new form. No need to view the film again.
~Mary & Martha Sodality ~
There will be a meeting of the Mary & Martha Sodality on Tuesday, August 25th to discuss Yard/Bake Sale plans. All are welcome.
~Parish Council Meeting~ There will be a meeting of the Parish Council next Sunday, Aug. 30th at 5pm in the rectory.
Attention Religious Education Parents & Students
REGISTRATION FOR GRADES 1-10
SUNDAY AUGUST 23 & 30
PARISH CENTER (SCHOOL) 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
In order to register your child in the OLSH Religious Education Program, you MUST be a registered member of OLSH Parish. Forms
will be available at registration, if needed.
~Tuition: $45 for 1 child, $55 for a family~ If you are registering your child for the first time, and he/she was NOT
baptized at Sacred Heart or St. Mary’s, please bring a copy of the baptismal certificate.
In accordance with Diocesan guidelines, any child preparing to receive First Penance, First Holy Communion, or Confirmation this
year MUST attend the preparation classes offered by our Parish. No exceptions will be made for home-schooled or Catholic School
students.
In order to attend 1st grade Religious Education class, your child MUST be in the first grade at school.
NOTE: Registration will be CLOSED after these August dates. We will not accept registrations on the first day of class. Thank you.
CLASSES WILL BEGIN ON SEPT. 13TH GRADES 1 THROUGH 8: 9:15 – 10:15am
Grades 9 & 10: 6 – 7:30pm
TEACHERS’ MEETING WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 9TH
AT 7PM IN THE PARISH CENTER
WE ARE IN NEED OF TEACHERS FOR GRADES 2, 3, 5, 7, & 10. IF YOU CAN COMMIT TO THIS VERY IMPORTANT MINISTRY AND CONTRIBUTE TO THE FAITH FORMATION OF OUR PARISH CHILDREN, PLEASE SEE
TINA, OR CALL HER AT 508 867-8158.
Next Regular Meeting Tuesday Aug. 25th at 7 PM 4
th Degree Archbishop Williams Dinner October 21
st
Bring your appetite to church on Sunday!!
K of C Breakfast in Dugan Hall after
both Masses this weekend Sausages, Eggs, Home fries, Toast, Juice,
Coffee Donation: $5.00
(If you go to Mass on Saturday, c’mon down for breakfast on Sunday!)
Our next Red Cross Blood Drive will be Thursday, October 1st.
Save the date: Saturday, Sept. 12th 9am – 3pm
Parish Yard & Bake Sale & Bounce House
to benefit OLSH Parish followed by
K of C Pig Roast at 5:30 pm (after Mass) Sacred Heart Church Grounds
Sign-up sheets for helpers are at the back of the church. We need volunteers. Many hands make light
work!
K of C Breakfast after both Masses Aug. 23rd
Religious Ed Registration Aug. 23rd & 30th
Parish Council Meeting Aug 30th
CORI Workshop Sept. 2nd
Yard Sale & Pig Roast Sept. 12th
Parish picnic Sept. 26th
4th Degree Dinner (K of C) October 21st
My dear parish family,
Just another reminder that we are still only $754 away from our 2015
Partners in Charity goal!! We CAN do this!
There will be Partners in Charity envelopes at the rear of both churches for
the next several weeks. My sincere thanks to all parishioners, friends of the
parish, and visitors who have donated, including some who have given
multiple gifts.
Fr. Patrick
Help Wanted Catholic Charities is seeking individuals interested in working with the elderly and disabled as aides providing light housekeeping, laundry, shopping and personal care. Companions provide socialization and light snacks. Workers needed in: Southbridge, Sturbridge, Charlton, Webster, Dudley, Oxford, and other areas. Candidates must be reliable, compassionate & provide own transportation. Call 800 649-4364. EOE/AA
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