norton, ma september 26. 2021
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Saint Mary’s Catholic Church Norton, MA
September 26. 2021
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Saint Mary’s Catholic Church Norton, MA
OFFICE HOURSMonday, Wednesday, Friday
9:30am-12:30pm
One Power Street, Norton, MA 02766Telephone: 508 - 285-4462
Fax: 508 - 285-5589www.stmarysnorton.com
Saintt Mary’ss Catholicc Churchh
Gathering around the table of the Eucharist the Saint Mary’s family is committed to building on our deep roots of faith and the teachings of Jesus. Our community embraces a future where all are welcome and encouraged to
discover and share their gifts, grow their faith and serve all God’s people.
SACRAMENTSBAPTISM
Celebrated on the 2nd and 4th Sundays. Parents must meet with Judy Burgess, the Parish Coordinator to schedule the Baptism.
RECONCILIATIONSaturdays from 3:00-3:30pm or by appointment.
FIRST EUCHARIST & CONFIRMATIONA two year preparation program is required for each sacrament.
Contact the Faith Formation Office
MATRIMONYRegistered and practicing members of the parish should contact the
parish office at least 8 months in advance to make arrangements.
HOLY ORDERS / RELIGIOUS VOCATIONPlease speak to Fr. Tim or visit www.FallRiverVocations.org
MINISTRY TO SICKPlease call the office to schedule a visit
SACRAMENT OF THE SICKPlease speak to Fr. Tim after Mass or call the Parish Office
Very Rev. Timothy P. Reis, V.F. Pastor 508-285-4462 [email protected] Deacon Alan J. Thadeu Permanent Deacon 508-285-4462 [email protected] McReynolds Secretary 508-285-4462 [email protected]
Music DirectorAnne Paone-Nihtila Parish Bookkeeper 508-285-4462 [email protected] Gillespie Faith Formation 508-285-3237 [email protected] Burgess Assistant DRE 508-285-3237 [email protected]
Pastoral CoordinatorJan Meier Bingo/Site Manager 508-285-4241 [email protected] Jean Davidson St. Vincent de Paul 508 409-7311Mark Bowditch Knights of Columbus www.NortonKofC11690.org
Please introduce yourselves to Fr. Tim and/or Deacon Alan so that we can better serve you. We hope that you will become involved with our parish, and we look forward to your presence and participation each week.
MASS SCHEDULESaturday: 4:00 pm
Sunday: 8:00am & 10:30 amWeekdays (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday) 9:00 am
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26th Sunday in Ordinary Time September 26, 2021
Henry Ferris, Jr. and Robert J. Kirrane , whose funerals were celebrated at our parish this past week, Mary M. Ewart, Victims of Violence in our Nation, Victims of Covid 19, Victims of the Earthquake in Mexico, and the Floods in Tennessee, Family Members and Friends. May the souls of the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace. Amen.
Masses can be viewed via live stream on
Facebook (St. Mary’s Church, Norton Ma) or on our parish website (www.stmarysnorton.com).
Saturday, September 25, 2021 4:00pm Constance Eck
Sunday, September 26, 2021 8:00am Donald Heim & Joseph Hall 10:30am Rita Pratt
Monday, September 27, 2021 9:00am Joseph J. Alves, Jr.
Tuesday, September 28, 2021 9:00am Rita Oliver
Wednesday, September 29, 2021 9:00am Al Sharpe
Friday, October 1, 2021 9:00am Maureen Kelly
Saturday, October 2, 2021 4:00pm Jack Camara, Sr.
Sunday, October 3, 2021 8:00am Devin Larocque-Thompson 10:30am Grade Two Students
Candles of Remembrance Burn
This Week in Memory of
Rev. Maurice J. O’Connor
&
Rev. Walter A. Sullivan
To light a candle in memory or in honor of a loved one, call the parish office (508-285-4462).
Act of Spiritual Communion: My Jesus, I believe that You are present in the Most Holy Sacrament. I love You above all things, and I desire to receive You into my soul. Since I cannot at this moment receive
You sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace You as if You were already there and unite my-self wholly to You. Never permit me to be separated from You. Amen.
Weekly Financial Summary
September 12 to September 18, 2021 Collections $ 6,199 Spec - Maintenance/Fuel $ 1,195 Other $ 2,124 Total Receipts $ 9,518 Total Expenses $ 6,563 Weekly Deficit/Surplus $ 2,955 YTD Receipts $176,938 YTD Expenses $155,911 YTD Deficit/Surplus $ 21,027
Upcoming Second Collections
October 3rd Capital Campaign/Debt Reduction October 10th Energy & Maintenance October 24th World Mission Sunday
First Friday
Eucharistic Adoration Friday, October 1st
9:30am — 11am
- Come for 15 minutes to sit in the presence of the Lord! - If things are Well, tell God, take comfort in the silence! - If things are NOT well, ask God for understanding! - If home with children-bring them to Him for 5 minutes! - Bring your family-your relationship will change forever!
- Invite one friend or person you believe might benefit!
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UPCOMING CLASSESSeptember 26 Grades 1-5 @ 9:15am Confirmation II @ 6 pm with a parent in
Dug-OutSeptember 27 Grades 1-5 @ 4pmSeptember 28 Grades 1-5 @ 4pm EDGE Group A @ 6 pm in Dug-Out
October 3 Grades 1-5 @ 9:15am Confirmation II @ 6pm with a parent in
Dug-OutOctober 4 Grades 1-5 @ 4pmOctober 5 Grades 1-5 @ 4pm EDGE Group A @ 6 pm in Dug-Out
HALLOWEEN CELEBRATION CHANGE OF PLANSDue to the date of the Norton Halloween parade, we will have a TRUNK OR TREAT in the parish parking lot after the parade on OCTOBER 31st.
CONFIRMATION IIReminder: Sponsor information sheets are due by October 1. They can be dropped in the black box by the main door to the parish any time or emailed to Patsy.
VOLUNTEERSHall monitors and substitute teachers and small group lead-ers are still needed, especially on Sundays. Please contact Patsy if you are available to help. Mark your Calendar!!
Santa is Coming, and the Christmas Bazaar is
Sunday Dec. 5, 2021 8:30am-2:00pm
Calling All Crafters! Interested in renting a Table at the Christmas Bazaar? Contact Anna McReyn-olds at [email protected]
We need volunteers to help with a paper project for Santa’s Surprise and the Big Raffle. If you can help, please stop by the parish office for more information. This project may be done at home.
Christmas in October: Please consider taking an ornament or two from the Christmas trees at the church entrances and purchase the item listed. There is no need to wrap the item, as it is for the Santa Surprise Table. Boxes are located at the church entrances for you to place items purchased.
Bingo KitchenIf you can’t help at bingo on Friday nights, how about donating some items for the kitchen to offset the cost? At this time we are in need of cases of bottled water and cas-es of canned soda (pepsi, coke, diet pepsi,
diet coke, sprite, ginger ale). Donations can be left at the entrance of the church or at the office. Any donations to alleviate the cost to run the kitchen is appreciated.
2021 Century Club Dinner
Our Annual Century Club Dinner will be held on Octo-ber 30, 2021 at the Mansfield Holiday Inn at 5:00pm. If you belong to the century club and would like to attend the dinner and final drawing, please sign up below and return in the collection basket or bring to the office. If you would like to bring a guest, the cost will be $40.00. There will be door prizes that all are eligible to win; however the club prizes are only for the members. More information on the time will be announced as we get clos-er to the date.
Century Club Dinner October 30, 2021
If you are attending please return the form. Thanks!
Name:______________________________________
Guest:_____________________________________
Blessing of AnimalsOn Sunday, October 3rd at 12:00pm, Fr. Tim will offer the Blessing of Animals in the parking lot to commemorate the feast of St. Francis of Assisi. All are invited to bring your animals for this celebration.
“Let the children come to me; do not prevent them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. Mark 10:14 At St. Mary’s we all work together to protect our children. Please visit the Diocesan Safe Environment page for infor-mation on how we protect the faithful, and the steps in-volved to minister, work, or volunteer in the Diocese. https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/office-of-safe-environment/
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26th Sunday in Ordinary Time September 26, 2021
Knights of ColumbusSt. Mary’s Norton Council #11690
John H. Drane Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship Purpose -This scholarship is to provide finan-cial support for a current parishioner of St. Mary’s in Nor-ton pursuing post-secondary education.
Scholarship Award - One $1,000 scholarship awarded based on quantity and quality of volunteer involvement in St. Mary’s Parish in Norton and community.
Applicant’s Eligibility - Applicant must be a current pa-rishioner of St. Mary’s Parish in Norton and must be pur-suing a degree at any level of post-secondary, higher educa-tion, and be enrolled in an accredited public or private uni-versity, college or professional or technical school.
Application Procedure - Applications are available from Knights of Columbus St. Mary’s Norton Council #11690 or St. Mary’s Parish office, 1 Power Street, Norton, MA 02766.
Applications must be postmarked no later October 3, 2021 in order to be considered.
The Annual Pro-Life Month Mass will be celebrated by Bishop da Cunha at St. Mary of the Assumption Cathedral on Sunday, October 3 at 10:30AM. This year’s mass is hosted by the Diocesan Family & Respect Life Office in collabo-ration with the Knights of Columbus. No registration needed.
Join Bishop Feehan High School on Friday, October 1st and Saturday, October 2nd for two days of family fun at its Annual Home-coming Celebration. Enjoy BFHS varsity sports games and local food trucks both days. Festivities run October 1st from 4-7 p.m. and
October 2nd from 10:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday $5 admis-sion fee includes athletic games, Family Fun Zone activi-ties and music. Food trucks, concessions and Shamrock Shop items are additional.
Visit bishopfeehan.com/homecoming or contact [email protected] for more info,
Bishop’s Pastoral Letter
On Friday, September 24th Bishop da Cunha issued his 4th pastoral letter, Journeying To-gether: With Jesus on the Path of Faith & Hope. The Bishop shares “God is calling us to move forward and not stand still. My hope
in this pastoral letter is to offer you a vision for how we can do this and how you can join us in moving forward into the future as a Diocese.” The letter focuses on three areas: Invi-tational Witness, Sacramental Living, and Vocational Path-ways with each section offering mission steps – the actions that individuals, parish communities, and diocesan minis-tries need to take to make the vision a reality over the next 4 years. Please take the opportunity some time to review the letter along with the accompanying guidebook at www.fallriverdiocese.org/journeying-together
Knights of ColumbusSt. Mary’s Norton Council #11690
Annual Tootsie Roll Drive
The "Tootsie Roll" Fund Drive is one of the most recog-nizable activities that the Knights of Columbus do. The funds generated from this drive are used to support local programs which help people with special learning and life needs. Knights will be available after all Masses next weekend. Please support this important work and donate to the drive.
It’s Autumn- Dan’s Caravan is Fo-cused on Country Fairs and Music.
Calling all Bee Gees fans! The next best thing to seeing this very popular pop group of the past is to catch a good tribute band. That’s what we are doing next Friday even-ing, October 1st. Stayin’ Alive is the band, named after one of the Bee Gees’ big hits. The show begins at Stadium Theatre in Woonsocket at 8pm and tickets are $30. You must reserve soon, however, as tickets are few and only available in the balcony.On Monday, October 4th, the Caravan travels to the Topsfield Fair where the oldies band The Reminisants will perform at 2pm. We will leave from the Church park-ing lot after the 9am Mass and start back home after the concert. Of course, there are many activities at the fair and much food to satisfy your lunch. Moreover, that Monday is Senior Citizens Day, which means the discounted admis-sion of $10pp is the lowest fare in the eleven days the event is open.For more details about these outings and others to follow, please check the bulletin board at either entrance to the church. To reserve a seat on any Caravan trip, or to sign up for automatic Caravan schedule updates via email, contact Dan at [email protected] or at 508-269-4338.
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Norton Singers Yard Sale Saturday, October 2, 2021
8:00am-2:00pm St. Mary’s Parking Lot
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