Most Holy Redeemer Church

Most holy redeemer church, Hadley MA 01035

Daily Mass Schedule

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8:00 am (in chapel- through office door)

Weekend Schedule (in church ) Saturday 4:00 pm

Sunday 8:00 am, 10:30 am

120 Russell Street PO Box 375

Hadley, MA 01035 (413) 584-1326

mhrchurch@yahoo.com Website: www.mhrhadley.org

Office Hours Mon & Wed: 9am - 12:30pm

1:30-4:00 pm Thurs 9am-1pm

MHR Parish Staff Fr. Piotr Pawlus, Pastor

John Gibbons, Faith Formation Josephine Polnack, Secretary

Doug Almanzar, Music Director Pauline Danylieko, Funeral Organist

Frank Wilda, Folk Choir

Advisory Finance Council, Kathy Zieja Cemetery, Paul Mokrzecki

Pastoral Council, Joan Smola

Miraculous Medal Novena during Monday’s morning Mass

Hadley at Elaine Manor

Monthly Mass 2nd Thurs, 10:30am

Communion on Sundays

Holy Rosary Cemetery Huntington Rd. Hadley, MA

March 16-17, 2019

First Friday Confession 12:30 pm Mass 1pm in Church Adoration 1:30-5pm

Confession

Saturdays 3-3:30pm or by appointment

VOTIVE LIGHT PRAYER INTENTIONS For Our Military: Chris Ahlemeyer Edmund Loughran For Claire’s health from family For Rita Bishko. For Ann Kristek from Diane & Joe. For Adeline Rocasah from Diane and Joe For Victoria, Edward, & Theresa Banas from Fr. Charles For John Kzcowski from family For Philip, Catherine, & Nancy Woodard from Wayne & Irene Woodard For Edward Machno & Frances (Machno) Slattery from Fr. Charles For Patricia M. Bye from husband Joe For the health of Ret. CW02 Edward Stanley from Gerald & Alvira Balut For the comfort of Joyce West from Ed and Joan Smola

Most Holy Redeemer March 2-3

Weekly Collection Budgeted Difference 2239. 3133. -234. EFT wkly 70.

EFT monthly 590.

Thank you for your generous support of our parish community!

This Week’s MASS INTENTIONS Saturday, March 16, 2019 4pm: John Szymkowicz r/b: wife & family

Sunday, March 17, 2019 8:00am: Bruno Smigielski r/b: wife Gloria 10:30am: Elaine Sortino Monday, March 18, 2019 8:00am: People of MHR

Tuesday, March 19, 2019 8:00am: for the health of Joanne Wanczyk Thursday, March 21, 2019 8:00am: for the health of Jozia Friday, March 22, 2019 8:00am: for the spiritual healing of Krysten r/b Aunt Marge Saturday, March 23, 2019 4pm: Marion Szala r/b: Ray Szala & Kostek children Sunday, March 24, 2019 8:00am: Victor Lesko r/b family 10:30am: Phero

Baptism, Confirmation, & Wedding Information Baptism is available for infants, children, and adults. To sign up for clas-ses, call the Faith Formation Office: 413-584-1326. If you are interested in the Sacrament of Confirmation for Adults, please call the office: 413-584-1326 or pick up a brochure at either church entrance. Wedding dates cannot be set until after a meeting with the parish priest, at least 1 year before the desired date. Please call the office for an ap-pointment.

Our Lenten Altar

Meditating on the stark beauty of the altar this week, we are reminded of the dryness of the desert (which can symbolize our own souls at times; the crown of piercingly sharp thorns which can demonstrate, perhaps, the intensity of pain we might experience at the death of a loved one. Yet the crown will soon be exchanged for a magnificent one, fashioned, not of spikes, but of pure gold. Our Lord will lead us out of the desert dryness and into His glorious light… How is your Lent going so far? If you have stumbled, pick yourself up and keep on walking toward that light. It is never too late to begin again.

“This is My chosen Son; listen to Him.”

Would you like a Hospital Visit? By law, hospitals can’t provide us with patient names. If you, or someone you know would like a visit while in the hospital, please call or email the Office: 584–1326

Gospel Reading Luke 9:28b-36 Jesus is transfigured in the presence of Peter, John, and James.

Background on the Gospel Reading: The Transfiguration occurs on a mountain in the presence of just three of Jesus' disciples—Peter, James and John. These are among the first disciples that Jesus called in Luke's Gos-pel. We recently heard this Gospel at Mass, on the fifth Sunday in Ordi-nary Time. Only Luke's Gospel, which often describes Jesus at prayer, indicates that Jesus is praying as his appearance changes to bright white. Luke indicates that the three disciples were sleeping while Jesus prayed. They will be sleeping again as Jesus prays in the Garden of Gethsemane before his Passion and death.

As they awake, Peter and the disciples see Jesus Transfigured and Elijah and Moses present with Jesus. Elijah and Moses, both significant figures in the history of Israel, represent Jesus' continuity with the Law and the Prophets. In Matthew's and Mark's Gospels, there is reference to conversa-tion among Jesus, Elijah, and Moses, but only Luke's Gospel explains that this conversation is about Jesus' later accomplishments in Jerusalem. Luke describes this as his exodus, connecting Jesus' Passion, death, and Resur-rection with the Israel's Exodus from Egypt.

On witnessing Jesus' Transfiguration and seeing Jesus with Elijah and Moses, Peter offers to construct three tents for them. Having just awoken, perhaps Peter's offer was made in confusion. We also notice that Peter reverted from his earlier confession that Jesus is the Messiah, calling Jesus “master” instead. As if in reply to Peter's confusion, a voice from heaven speaks, affirming Jesus as God's Son and commanding that the disciples listen to him. This voice from heaven recalls the voice that was heard at Jesus' baptism which, in Luke's Gospel, spoke directly to Jesus as God's Son.

In his Transfiguration, we see an anticipation of the glory of Jesus' Resur-rection. In each of the reports of the Transfiguration, the disciples keep secret what they have seen. Not until they also witness his Passion and death will the disciples understand Jesus' Transfiguration.

PRAY FOR OUR PRIESTS

St. Mary’s House of Prayer every Tuesday 10am-11:15 am 202 East Main St, Chicopee.

Exposition of Blessed Sacrament, Chaplet of Divine mercy-each person chooses a priest to pray for.

For more information call Jean at 413-452-0511

On March 14 we will begin a new Adult Faith Formation work-shop on the Seven Pillars of Catholic Spirituality. Matthew Kelly narrates the video series. This 4 week study will begin on Thurs-days 10-11am, from March 14 – April 4. The content of this program will challenge you to become the best-version-of-yourself, inspire you to live life to the fullest, encourage you to act purposefully, and direct you to a deeper conversation with the Creator of the universe. To register or for more information, please contact our Director of Faith Formation, John Gibbons, at the Office of Religious Education, 413-584-1326 or at reledumhr@yahoo.com.

Thank You, Weekend Meals Volunteers!

Neither rain, nor sleet, nor snow...Our March volun-teers showed their New England spirit and braved the

elements to prepare and deliver meals for 29 Hadley residents on Sunday, March 10. A delicious ham and bean dinner was prepared by Denise & Gerry Devine, Peg Jekanowski, and Suzanne Waskiewicz. Wonderful cookies and brownies were made by Girl Scouts Jackie Pliska, Monica Rosa, Sarah Tucker and their leader Barbara Pliska. And a huge thank you goes to drivers Rick & Sheryl Brighenti, Mary Ann Mish, Diane Stengle, Sandy Wentworth Miller and Donna Paddock. You are all amazing!

Catholic Mexican Riviera Cruise

Come and sail away on a 7- night Catholic Mexican Riviera

Cruise with Father William Gold on October 6th , 2019 – Octo-

ber 13th, 2019 on Holland America’s Oosterdam out of San Die-

go, California. Ports of Call: Cabo San Lucas, Mexico; Mazatlan,

Mexico; Puerto Vallarta, Mexico; and back to San Diego, Cali-

fornia.

Prices begin at $1408.00 for two passengers which includes all port fees and taxes. ASK US ABOUT OUR LOWER NON-REFUNDABLE SNAP FARES. Daily Mass offered. Deposits of only $350 per person will reserve your cabin. Space is limited. For further info or to register, contact Doug or Eileen at 860-399-1785/ Eileen@CatholicCruisesandTours.com

Mark Your Calendars !

Easter Bazaar and Spring Gaik The annual Easter Bazaar and Spring Gaik will be held at Our Lady of Częstochowa Church, 84 K Street, Turners Falls, on Saturday, April 13th from 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. in the church undercroft and the St. Thérèse Catechism Center. Included will be a Polish food sale, items from Poland, religious goods, sacra-mental gifts, bake sale, Easter and spring crafts, Chi-nese raffle, white elephant table and more. Breakfast and lunch will be served. For more information, call 413-863-4748.

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THIS WEEK at MHR

• Daily Mass @ 8am in Chapel: M, T, Th, Fri.

• Friday, March 22, 7:00pm: Stations of the Cross in church • Saturday, March 23, 3:00-3:30 pm: Confessions

Hadley Weekend Meals Ministry

A project of MHR, First Congregational, North Hadley Congrega-tional, and Take and Eat, supported by the Hadley Young Men’s Club. Meals are delivered on the 1st Saturday and 2nd Sunday each month. MHR’s team prepares meals on the 2nd Sunday every month. Want to help? Contact Office: 584-1326

Hadley Food Pantry A project of MHR and First Congregational Church The Hadley Food Pantry in the MHR Parish Hall is open every Sunday from noon to 1pm.

What we need this week:

Bottled juices and condiments, such as mayonnaise and ketchup Monetary donations are always welcomed to help cover the cost of replenishing the shelves. You may drop off donations at the office during regular hours or put them in an envelope marked “Food Pantry” and place in the collection basket. Checks should be made payable to MHR Church with “food pantry” written in the memo line. Your continued support is appreciated by those who rely on the pantry.

Contact Joan Smola at 413-584-1901

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS Council #1619 Meetings 2nd MONDAY, 7:00pm

Fr. Benoit Parish Center 120 Russell Street Hadley, MA

We invite Catholic Men of the parish to

consider joining us

20 WEEK CLUB 2019 Tickets are now available

Call: Leonard danylieko : 413-549-5668 Bill Dion: 413-549-6649

Drawings start April 1

BBQ-will be on August 18

Enjoy some fresh coffee and fellowship every Sunday in the Parish Center right after the 10:30am Mass.

Paul, Apostle of Christ Movie Screening and Reflection

On Sunday, March 31st the Office of Faith Formation is hosting a

movie screening of Paul, Apostle of Christ with guest reflection

by Eric Groth, President and CEO of ODB Films, the Catholic

Film Company which produced the movie with Sony AFFIRM

Films. It will be held at 3pm at Pope Francis Preparatory School,

Springfield. Tickets are $10 each and available for advance pur-

chase by calling 413-732-3175.

Although the following has already begun, it is not too late to participate:

40 Days for Life From March 6th until April 14th, you’re invited to join Christians and other people of good will for 40 Days for Life – 40 days of prayer and fasting for an end to abortion. You’re also invited to stand and peacefully pray during a 40-day vigil in the public right-of-way outside Planned Parenthood at 3550 Main Street, Springfield, MA, and also to help spread the word about this important community outreach. If you’d like more information, especially if you’d like to volunteer to help, please contact:

Tim Biggins at (413) 342-0403 and/or 40daysWM@gmail.com.

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! March 17

What’s Happening at Most Holy Redeemer

Have you noticed these lovely banners behind the statues in our church? Special thanks to another one of our volunteers who gave of the treasure of her heart and hands.

MHR Mardi gras pictures

March 5, 2019

Our Mardi Gras included a delicious Pot Luck Buffet featuring so many delicious items: ham, potato salad, eggs, green salad, pasta salad, broccoli, Italian meatballs and sausages, Polish meatballs in sour cream, sauerkraut, homemade rolls, to name a few. Desserts included various cakes, cookies and candies, and, of course, pączki. After the meal, there were a few exciting games of Bingo, and finally palms were burned in the courtyard in preparation for Ash Wednesday. If you did not attend, this festive event, you’ll want to put it on your calendar for next year! Look for more pictures in the bulletin next week!