Holy Family Parish, East Taunton, MA 02718

Phone Numbers Rectory 508-824-5707 Rectory Fax 508-822-2915 Religious Education Office 508-824-3578

Parish Center Address 438 Middleboro Ave. East Taunton, MA 02718

[ARCHIVE] JANUARY 25, 2009
THE FEAST OF THE CONVERSION OF ST. PAUL

"Building Together Our Family of Faith"
                             MASS INTENTIONS
SATURDAY, January 24
 4:00 p.m.   Leona Andrade & Jane Rogers

SUNDAY, January 25
 7:30 a.m.   Mary Oliveira
 9:00 a.m.   Inacio Family
10:30 a.m.   Gil deSousa, Maria & Augustina Campos &
                 Onorina & Gil Sousa
11:45 a.m.   John (Jack) Hayes

MONDAY, January 26
 8:00 a.m.   Antonio & Louise  Oliveira

TUESDAY, January 27
 8:00 a.m.   For the intentions of the ICU & PCU Staff at
                 Morton Hospital

WEDNESDAY, January 28
 8:00 a.m.   Elizabeth Melo - 3rd Anniversary

THURSDAY, January 29
 8:00 a.m.   Rev. John Martins

FRIDAY, January 30
 8:30 a.m.   Philomena & Jaime Gomes
                 Jose & Francesca daRocha

SATURDAY, January 31
 4:00 p.m.   Harold Rogers

SUNDAY, February 1
 7:30 a.m.   Jayma McCarthy - 1st Anniversary
 9:00 a.m.   Michael & Stella Furmankiewicz
10:30 a.m.   The Mattos Family
11:45 a.m.   John Lepage - 1st Anniversary

OUR SECOND COLLECTION THIS WEEKEND is for our PARISH RENOVATION, EXPANSION AND IMPROVEMENT FUND.  THANKS.

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HELP OUT OUR PARISH by bringing your GROCERY RECEIPTS FROM SHAW'S to Church with you each weekend and putting them in the boxes at the entrances of Church marked "SHAW'S".  THANKS for your generosity.

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A NOTE FROM FR. JAY: With the snow storms the past two Sundays, attendance at Mass was obviously down as were, obviously, donations to our collection.  At the same time, our expenses rise, especially with trying to keep the property clean and safe.  Thus, anything people who weren't able to get to Mass can do to make up our loss in revenue, would be greatly appreciated.  Thanks.

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RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CLASSES:  Grades 1 - 6 meet this Sun., Jan. 25, from 10:15 - 11:15 a.m. at Martin Middle School.  Grade 9  will have class this Sun., Jan 25, from 5:45 - 8:00 p.m. in the Church Hall.  Grade 7 will have class on Mon., Jan. 26, from 6:15 - 8:00 p.m. in the Church Hall and Grade 8 will have class on Sun., Feb. 8 from 5:45 - 8:00 p.m. in the Church Hall.

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JOIN US THIS SUNDAY, JAN. 25, from 10:15 - 11:15 a.m. at the Martin Middle School Auditorium for our HOLY FAMILY ADULT FAITH FORMATION session.  ALL ARE WELCOME.

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ARE YOU AN ADULT (OVER 17) WHO HAS NOT RECEIVED EITHER BAPTISM, EUCHARIST AND/OR CONFIRMATION?  WOULD YOU LIKE TO RECEIVE THESE SACRAMENTS?  There will be classes for this purpose starting Sat., Feb. 7 and running 5 consecutive Saturdays through March 7.  The classes will be here at Holy Family Church Hall from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. on those Saturdays.  If you wish to attend, or at least find out more information about these classes, please contact Fr. Jay as soon as possible.

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"SOUPER-BOWL SUNDAY": Next Sunday, Feb. 1, our Confirmation II Class will be outside of Church after all Masses accepting donations for our local soup kitchen.  On this day, when many will gather with family and friends to watch the Super Bowl, why not remember those in need.  A small donation can go a long way to help feed the hungry.  THANKS.

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REHEARSAL FOR GRADE 2 STUDENTS AND PARENTS, in preparation for First Reconciliation, will take place THIS SAT., JAN. 24 and NEXT SAT. JAN. 31, immediately following the 4:00 p.m. Mass.  All grade 2 students and at least one of their parents are expected to be present.

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CONGRATULATIONS to two young boys who are being installed as Altar Servers at our 9:00 a.m. Mass this Sunday.  They are Kelvin Kariuki and Cameron LaCourse.  Thanks to their families for supporting them in joining this ministry and special thanks to servers Chris Pluster and Matt Chaves who have spent a great deal of time teaching and preparing these young people to be Altar Servers here at Holy Family.

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ANY PARISHIONER WHO WOULD LIKE TO EXAMINE A NEW WAY TO HELP PEOPLE OF ALL AGES GROW IN THEIR FAITH is welcome to join us on Wed., FEB. 4, from 7 - 9 p.m. at the Holy Rosary Parish Center, 80 Bay St., Taunton.  Please call Karen at 508-824-3578.  PEOPLE OF ALL AGES WELCOME.

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HOLY FAMILY WOMEN'S GUILD will have its monthly meeting this Wed., Jan. 28, at 7:00 p.m. in the Church Hall.  All Guild members are encouraged to join us for the meeting.

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THE HOLY FAMILY VOCATION PRAYER CROSS  is being taken home this weekend by Rose Davis and next weekend by the Jones' family.  Please join them in praying for vocations to the priesthood, diaconate and religious life.

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THOUGHT FOR TODAY: "Come after me.  Jesus called Andrew and Peter and James and John.  He calls still in our day.  Are you willing to drop your nets and follow?

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PARISHIONERS WHO USED THE BUDGET ENVELOPES AND/OR MADE CONTRIBUTIONS TO OUR CAPITAL CAMPAIGN DURING 2008, and would like a summary of your donations, are asked to call or stop by the Rectory, Monday - Thursday, from 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

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HOLY FAMILY CENTURY CLUB will have its monthly drawing next Sunday, Feb. 1.  Monthly dues are payable at that time.

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EXCHANGING THE "SIGN OF PEACE" DURING "FLU SEASON".  Remember, this can be done verbally if you wish.  Simply say to the person(s) nearby, "the peace of Christ be with you" without the usual handshake.

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IT'S RENEWAL TIME FOR "THE ANCHOR", our Diocesan Newspaper.  Renewal Envelopes for all who currently receive the paper are available at the front entrance of Church.  They are in alphabetical order.  Please return it IN ONE OF THE COLLECTIONS before the end of February....ENVELOPES FOR NEW SUBSCRIBERS are available at the Church entrances.  They can be turned in by the end of February

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JOIN US ON THURSDAY, FEB. 5 for a HOLY HOUR OF PRAYER FOR VOCATIONS at Annunciation of the Lord Church, 31 First St., Taunton.  If you wish to have priests, deacons and religious sisters and brothers in the future, YOU NEED TO PRAY FOR THIS INTENTION.  PLEASE COME AND JOIN US.

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PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY: Now that the cold weather is here, it's a good time to pull out those knitting needles/crochet hooks & yarn.  Our Holy Family Parish has been most successful in reaching out to the homebound, those in nursing facilities and those suffering from illnesses.  As we continue this ministry, we welcome new participants.  Call Peggy O'Neill at 508-880-2571 for more information.

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THE HOLY FAMILY RESPECT FOR LIFE COMMITTEE will meet this Thursday, Jan. 29, at 6:30 p.m. at the Caswell Court Community Room, right across the street from the Fire Station on Middleboro Ave.  We invite any parishioner who wishes to promote greater respect for the gift of all human life, as a gift from God, to please feel welcome to join us.

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A CHANCE TO SPEAK UP FOR YOUR BELIEFS: Next weekend, our parishioners are invited to join Catholics throughout the country in sending a message to Congress: "PLEASE OPPOSE THE "FREEDOM OF CHOICE ACT" and retain laws against government funding and promotion of abortion.  You will have the opportunity to sign postcards to your U.S. Representative and two U.S. Senators.  Please plan to participate in this crucial opportunity.  An educational sheet on the "FREEDOM OF CHOICE ACT (FOCA) IS ENCLOSED IN THIS WEEK'S BULLETIN.  A letter from our Bishop, George W. Coleman, asking for us to participate, is also enclosed. There can be no true hope for our country if we do not protect the most innocent among us (the unborn).

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HOLY FAMILY CYO BASKETBALL IS WELL UNDERWAY.  We have 27 teams participating this year.  All games are at the Taunton Catholic Middle School gym.  Come down and cheer for our teams.  This week's schedule is:
Sun.,  Jan. 25  2:00 p.m.       Sr. 3 vs St. Andrew
                8:00 p.m.       Jr. B Boys 3 vs St. Ann
Mon.,  Jan. 26  7:40 p.m.       Jr. Boys A4 vs Jr. Boys A1
                8:30 p.m.       Jr. Boys A2 vs St. Andrew
Tues., Jan. 27  6:50 p.m.       Jr. Boys C2 vs St. Ann
Wed.,  Jan. 28  6:00 p.m.       Jr. Boys B2 vs St. Anthony
                6:50 p.m.       Jr. Girls A 1 vs Jr. Girls A2
Sat.,  Jan. 31  Noon            Sr. 2 vs St. Andrew
                1:00 p.m.       Sr. 1 vs Sr. 6
                2:00 p.m.       Sr. 5 vs

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THIS SUN., JAN. 25, St. Mary's Primary School will have an OPEN HOUSE from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon.  There are openings for the 3 year old pre-kindergarten program through to and including Grade 5.  If you wish to register, bring an official birth & baptismal record, social security number and a $150.00 non-refundable registration fee.  Call 508-822-9480 or go to www.stmarystaunton.com for more information.

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REGISTRATION FOR Our Lady of Lourdes School, 52 First St., Taunton, will take place on Sun., Jan. 25, from 1 - 4 p.m. and Mon - Fri., Jan. 26 - 30, from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.   Birth and Baptismal Records are required.  Call 508-822-3746, e-mail olol@tmlp.com or go to www.ololtaunton.com for more information.

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ELEMENTARY, MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS are invited to take a box of their own Budget Envelopes home for use in supporting our parish this year.  The amount of money donated is not the important thing: the concept of supporting our parish is what counts.  This is strictly voluntary.  The small boxes are for the elementary students; the larger ones for middle & high school students.  They are available at the table near the stairs to the choir loft and at the side entrance of Church.

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A PRAYER FOR OUR NATION:  "Gracious and Loving God, we come to you in humble prayer for the United States of America.  Bless our President. Give him wisdom and strength to serve the American people and lead our country IN WAYS THAT ARE PLEASING TO YOU.  Bless our Congress.  Instill in them knowledge and understanding to enact laws that protect the sanctity of life - from the unborn to the elderly; and promote the good of all people.  Bless the people of the United States.  Make us aware of our responsibilities as citizens to uphold the principles of life, liberty, justice and equality.  Send your Holy Spirit upon our beloved country.  Make us people of faith in time of uncertainty.  Make us people of hope in time of trouble.  Make us people of compassion with those who are less fortunate.  Make us people of peace in our homes, our communities, our country and our world.  AMEN.

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SOME FOOD FOR THOUGHT: We all know how the current economy is affecting our financial situation.  But now is not the time to hold back.  As one author, no doubt building on St. Paul, has written, "If you want to experience wealth, you must live in Abundance.  They only way to get there is to become convinced that we have more than we need.  And the best way to do that is to become a giver.  Once we give a bit away and it doesn't make us destitute, we begin to realize that we have more than we absolutely need.  It's only then that we can experience the joy and peace of mind that true wealth provides.  There's a quick way to explain this: GENEROSITY FOSTERS ABUNDANCE."  (Owen Phelps, The Secret of Wealth).  As St. Paul taught the Corinthians and us:  "You know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ; rich as he was, he made himself poor for your sake, in order to make you rich by his poverty.  If you are eager to give, God will accept your gift on the basis of what you have to give, not on what you don't have.  (2 Corinthians 8: 9, 12)

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HAVE YOU EVER MADE A WILL?  ARE YOU THINKING OF MAKING ONE?  Would you consider leaving something to your parish?  Many people (even recently) have done so here and in other parishes and their generosity has had a lasting effect on many people.  Just a little food for thought.

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OUR SECOND COLLECTION NEXT WEEKEND is for THE HOME MISSIONS, those parishes in the poorest sections of our country that cannot exist on their own.  Our assistance to them is greatly appreciated.

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PLEASE PRAY for all world leaders, especially our new President, for our men and women serving in the military, law enforcement, fire protection and emergency services; for our parishioners who are sick at home  in hospitals or nursing homes, for our architect Dick Jones, and for all our faithful departed, especially Genevieve Lecuyer, whose funeral Mass was celebrated here this past week.  THANKS.

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370 Middleboro Avenue	East Taunton
P.O. Box 619	Massachusetts 02718