Fifteenth Sunday

in Ordinary Time

13 July 2014

Flowering Garden (detail)Vincent van Gogh (1888)

Saint Cecilia

P A R I S H

Ministers of the Liturgy

Saturday | 5:00 p.m.Rev. John Unni, celebrantChris Orrell, lector

Sunday | 8:00 a.m.Rev. Thomas Gariepy, CSC, celebrantLouvere Walker, lector

Sunday | 9:30 a.m.Rev. John Unni, celebrantJim English, Michele Maniscalco, & Mark Richburg, lectors Sunday | 11:15 a.m.Rev. John Unni, celebrantNatasha Pierre, Matt Arsenault, & Mary Ann Hinsdale, lectors

today’s readingsIsaiah 55:10-‐11Romans 8:18-‐23Matthew 13:1-‐23

next sunday’s ReadingsWisdom 12:13, 16-‐19Romans 8:26-‐27Matthew 13:24-‐43

Special intentions

Saturday, July 12 | 5:00 p.m. Dorothy & John Tumas, Memorial

Sunday, July 13 | 9:30 a.m. Robert Yobaccio, Memorial

Sunday, July 13 | 11:15 a.m. Nona Croke, Memorial

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our community news

FOOD DONATIONS FOR CATHOLIC CHARITIESThis week's featured donation item is:

PASTA!

Next week's featured donation item is:PEANUT BUTTER!

Donations of pasta, sauce, cereal, tuna, & other canned food are always also accepted. Please leave food donations in the narthex baskets.

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Prayers & Occasions

Our DeceasedFred Maglero died on July 2. Please pray for the etenal repose of his soul, as well as for the consolation of all of his family and loved ones. May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.

Our SickPlease pray for all our sick and for those who are in need of our prayer, especially Jennifer Serpico, Jan Igras, Rudy Kikel, Annette Kulas, Steven Whitkens, Anthony Simboli, Jeanne Tibbs, Lisa Caputo, Anne Frenette Handly, Ruth Frost, Roséa Aubrey, Brenna Smith, Mildred McLaughlin, Susanne Coyne, Domenic Iannaccone, Ken Bennett, Cameron Robinson, Paul Claveau, Jaheel Robinson, Robert Lupis, Michael Claveau, Max Tubman, David Worster, Derek Schall, Susan Noll, Jennifer Murdock, Julie Downey, Mary Broussard, Ivy Fray, Daniel Souza, Donna Thagard, Penny Maynard, Robert Kimball, Owen Kyes, Mark Schatzl, Hugo Collamati, Chris Novosielski, Michalina Maniscalco, Gayle Haley, Niall O'Shaughnessy, Javier A. Sattler, Annie Flaherty, Darren McCullough, Pattie Geier, Bob Wuendsch, Bronis Morton, Patrick Trani, Colin Landry, Jake Mercier, Michael Patrick Kelly, John Faldetta, Pilar Estrada, Ursula Seibert, Stephanie Merenda, Raymond Mazzone, Mark Anderson, and Shea Hammond.

Welcome to Saint Cecilia!We are pleased to welcome Kye-‐Ryeong Kim to the parish. Kye-‐Ryeong lives in Allston and recently registered as a parishioner. If you have not previously registered with the parish, there are forms in the narthex for this purpose or you can register online at www.stceciliaboston.org. Evening PrayerWe will pray Evening Prayer this Wednesday, July 16 atsix-‐thirty. All are welcome to attend!

Young Neighbors in ActionFather John, Scott MacDonald, Natasha Pierre, Courtney Wahle, Dominic Collamati, and nineteen of our high school students will depart for Yakima, WA this Saturday. Please pray that this week of service and learning will help them recognize injustice and prepare them to stand in solidarity with those in need. May they discover the dignity inherent in human work and in all of humankind. They will return on Tuesday, July 29.

For An End to ViolencePlease pray for an end to global violence. In particular, we pray for peace in Israel and Palestine. Let us keep the victims of the recent violent attacks in our prayers.

For Those Affected by the Immigration Crisis

search of a better and safer life. Let us especially keep the children immigrants in our hearts and prayers as they embark and journey on dangerous and frightening paths. Pray also for the crisis volunteers and the many

with dignity and love.

TWEETS FROM THE POPEWith God, nothing is lost; but

without him, everything is lost.

Dear young people, do not giveup your dreams of a more

just world!

follow us on twitter!Keep up to date on upcoming events and receive reminders by following

Saint Cecilia Parish on Twitter.

@StCeciliaBoston

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DRIVERS NEEDEDEach month parishioners have the opportunity to pick up donated meat, dairy products, and produce from a Hanover supermarket and deliver it to Catholic Charities' Haitian Multi-‐Service Center in Dorchester along with the packaged food items donated at Saint Cecilia. This vital ministry takes place at 7:30 a.m. on Sundays and can be completed in time to attend the 9:30 a.m. parish Mass. We need at least two cars willing to drive to Hanover and then Dorchester twice a month. If you are interested in helping, please email Mark Lippolt at mlippolt@hammondre.com. Our upcoming dates are: July 13 and 27.

Women's Reading Group Calling all women who like to read! We read a book a month, each book being about the spiritual life of a woman, sometimes Catholic, sometimes not. The group meets after the 11:15 a.m. Mass on the second Sunday of every month to discuss what they have read. A year long book list has been developed. The book for this month's meeting is In the Land of Invisible Women, A Female Doctor's Journey in the Saudi Kingdom by Qanta A. Ahmed, MD. In this memoir, the

accepts a position in Saudi Arabia, but also discovers, despite overwhelming challenges, she is on pilgrimage back to her Muslim faith. For more information please email peg_newman@msn.com.

A special REQUEST FROM CATHOLIC CHARITIESSunset Point Camp, located in Hull, serves as a dream "vaca-‐tion" for 300 children each summer. The camp was a donation to Catholic Charities in 1918 by the Knights of Columbus.

The goal of the camp has always been to provide a free vacation for at-‐risk, low-‐income children from the Greater Boston area, without regard for their race, nationality, or

designed around building life skills, including teamwork, leadership, self-‐discipline, self-‐esteem, sportsmanship, and good health. Many of the children live with the harsh realities of poverty, violence, and homelessness, and a host of other challenges, but for one week in the summer, these children have the opportunity just to be children, enjoy the fresh sea air, and simply have fun.

Sunset Point Camp is supervised by our friends at Catholic Charities' Yawkey Center in Dorchester. They have mentioned to us that they always need donations of sunscreen for the kids at the camp. So, the next time you're at CVS or Walgreens or your local supermarket, please consider picking up an extra

for this purpose in the narthex. We have been told the higher the SPF number, the better.

Nativity PrepOur friends at Nativity Prep in Jamaica Plain are looking for volunteers to help in their library. The library has a nice collection of books and is an important part of the school day for the students. Nativity would like to have someone in attendance M-‐F from 9-‐1 to help the boys access resources of the library and also help with shelving and keeping things organized. They are most interested in having someone who wants to work directly with the boys. Because it’s a reasonably big commitment of time, we’d like to share the

of interest, and if you have the ability to commit to a regular schedule at Nativity of at least one, but preferably two days a week, please contact Susan at susan_donnelly@harvard.edu. Nativity Prep is an accredited, Jesuit middle school dedicated to providing a quality, tuition free education to boys of all faiths from low-‐income families residing in Boston’s inner city neighborhoods.

join The Ignatian Volunteer Corps

The Ignatian Volunteer Corps invites active adults in the second half of life to experience its unique combination of service and spirituality. Share your talents and experience

Jesuit tradition. Ignatian Volunteers donate two days per week of service from September to June and engage in monthly

New England Regional Director) at 617-‐571-‐3838 or neweng-‐land@ivcnewengland.org.

These are a few of the openings in the Boston area: -‐

ccab.org)

assistants, mentors and community service coordinator for Dorchester students and former students interested in college

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sinc.org)

-‐cial tracking, or, special projects with culinary arts jobs skills

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housing needed for teenage boyA Catholic mother in Albuquerque is seeking a parishioner who could house her 14 year old son this summer while he attends a Berklee summer music programme. As only students over 15 may live on campus, they are searching for another option for July 17-‐20 and July 27-‐August 11. The family is willing to com-‐pensate the parishioner for the stay. Please contact Caroline Gélinas at cgelinas@stceciliaboston.org if you can help.

emmaus ministrySaint Anthony Shrine, 100 Arch Street, BostonEmmaus Ministry for Grieving ParentsOne-‐Day Spiritual Retreat: August 2

the spirituality of the grieving process can help tremendously. Please join us. All are welcome. For more information or to register, call 1-‐800-‐919-‐9332 or 617-‐542-‐8057. For other Emmaus locations and programs, please visit www.emfgp.org or email info@emfgp.org.

Grief Support Programs at Beacon HospiceTuesdays 10:00-‐11:30 a.m., beginning August 12Beacon Hospice, Suite 126, 529 Main Street, CharlestownOpen to all, free of charge

Beacon Hospice is offering a new Educational Series/Grief Support group. “Coping with Grief” is 6-‐week support group and educational series for anyone who is experiencing grief due to the death of a spouse, family member, friend or another loved one. Pre-‐registration is required by calling Nancy Duffy, Bereavement Coordinator at 617-‐242-‐8370.

help the parish when you canHave you always wanted to lend a hand at the parish, but felt you couldn't decide on a ministry group, or perhaps felt your schedule was too hectic to commit on an on-‐going basis? Would you prefer helping out from time to time? If so, please contact Caroline Gélinas at cgelinas@stceciliaboston.org to join the One-‐Time Helpers list and be contacted as projects and events arise. The One-‐Time Helpers team is also a great way to meet other parishioners just like you.

Young Adults NewsCold Chocolate Bluegrass concert Wednesday, July 16 I 6:15 p.m. Titus Sparrow Park's weekly summer concert seriesBYO snacks if you want to picnic.

Tuesday, July 22 I 7:00 p.m. -‐ 9:00 p.m. RSVP to scyoungadults@gmail.com.

Project Hope, Dorchester July TBD Workshop leaders needed to help homeless women develop skills on how to write a resume, how to dress professionally, and other basic job interview tips. If interested, please e-‐mail scyoungadults@gmail.com.

Cambridge Rehab Nursing Home — Friendly Conversation Thursday, July 17 I 6:00 p.m. -‐ 7:30 p.m. Thursday evening chit-‐chat with elderly folks following a short prayer service by the Community of Sant'Egidio. RSVP to tibrined@gmail.com.

EMPLOYMENT POSSIBILITYThe mother of a wonderful Berklee College of Music freshman

hire someone to help keep Anna on track this year. She does not need a tutor, so much as someone to keep her organized and on schedule, perhaps checking in with her two-‐three times a week, for 30 minutes, to check on assignments, appointments, deadlines and to make sure she is attending class. We are open to how this would work but after a slightly rocky start last semester, are just looking to make and keep the freshman experience positive and successful. Please contact Caroline Gélinas at cgelinas@stceciliaboston.org if interested. Thank you!

RENTAL NEEDThe same delightful, albeit slightly disorganized freshman, whose mom has known Fr. John for over 40 years, and will reveal the secrets of his youth, needs a studio apartment close by Berklee. Said mother will guarantee the rent, and the vocal performance major will guarantee the singing. Please contact Caroline Gélinas at cgelinas@stceciliaboston.org.

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The parish launched Saint Cecilia CARES early in the Spring of 2013 to assist Father John with home visits and spiritual support to the growing numbers of parishioners and others nearby who may be ill, isolated, aging, or homebound. Saint Cecilia Parish has long responded to the call to help the most vulnerable through outreach and committed social action and last year a planning process began

pastoral support.

The Pastoral Council and Father John hit upon Saint Cecilia CARES as a model for expanding and integrating pastoral care into the Saint Cecilia community. They resolved to make expanded pastoral care one of the three cornerstones of the parish strategic plan and tapped parishioner Jeanne Bruno, who has served as a hospice chaplain and in human services, to join the Saint Cecilia staff as coordinator of pastoral outreach. In this role she has expanded the dedicated team that had already been assisting Father John with the growing demand for home visits.

The program’s scope continues to evolve based on the needs of the most vulnerable members of the parish

operation six CARES pastoral visitors reached out in forty visits to sixteen community members. The current pastoral visitor team includes six men and fourteen women of all ages, who make well over one hundred visits per month to more than forty individuals.

“CARES is grounded in providing a strong spiritual base of pastoral support through listening presence, prayer, and Eucharist for those unable to leave home or attend Mass,” Jeanne said. “Visiting ministers become companions who walk with individuals on their spiritual journeys through loss, grieving, suffering, and faith.”

Pastoral visits are grounded in the individual’s spiritual life, however, a person struggling with basic life needs may need help attending to that so they can be more present with their spiritual life. Pastoral visitors have provided support through transitions, such as when a person can no longer live independently, or when returning home from a rehab or hospital stay.

Pastoral visitors have been a warm presence for a person who is grieving, or helped someone to get ready for surgery. CARES visitors have also, on occasion, helped with shopping, applications for food assistance, and fostered the strengthening of family ties. CARES contacts may take place in a person’s home or in a nursing home. Sometimes even a phone call offering a pastoral visit may itself express a welcome message of support.

“It’s about relationships” said one CARES pastoral visitor. “When someone feels angry and disconnected from God, it’s important for that person to feel that they have been witnessed and heard, and had the chance to talk about it with a loving, supportive person. I am happy to be a witnessing presence to someone who doesn’t have that in their life.To me, that’s what God is about.“

Saint Cecilia pastoral visitors have participated in a six-‐week training program, called “Pastoral Care to the Sick and Homebound.” The training series, developed and offered by the Archdiocese, is designed to build skills in providing spiritual support and pastoral care. “We become clear in the training that we, pastoral ministers, cannot solve [basic life need] concerns, but when appropriate, we can seek out resources that could be of assistance,” said Jeanne.

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In monthly team meetings, Saint Cecilia CARES pastoral visitors gather for prayer, supportive sharing,

and provide mutual support. They consciously work to deepen their engagement by posing questions such as “How do we experience God’s work in the lives of those we visit?” and “How are our lives impacted by God’s presence in the midst of their suffering?”

“To sum up my CARES experience, pastoral care feeds my soul and nourishes my faith. Just like eating healthy or regular exercise, it is part of a balanced lifestyle with a spiritual component,” said Meghan O'Beirne.

“Through CARES, we have the ability to connect and reconnect with people that we might otherwise lose track of. This is incredibly worthwhile, and it’s really important to me,” said Mark Lippolt.

If you feel a call to be part of this ministry, or if you

visit, contact Jeanne Bruno, Coordinator of Pastoral Outreach, at 617-‐536-‐4548 x117 or via email at jbruno@stceciliaboston.org.

“By being inviting and caring, by sharing that spirit and bringing some hope and prayer, I think it’s a nice way to express the true spirit of this parish,” said Marc Pelletier.

Shakespeare on the Common and Parish PicnicSaint Cecilia Parish will be going to see "Twelfth Night" on Thursday July 24 on the Boston Common near the Parkman Bandstand. We will be reserving space and having a pot luck picnic beforehand. The picnic begins at 6:30 p.m. and the play starts at 8:00 p.m. For more information please contact Jenny Jones at jennyinjp@gmail.com or 617-‐283-‐7927. The play is free, though donations to the Commonwealth Shakespeare Company are appreciated and can be made via http://www.commshakes.org/.

Study Finds Substantial Recent Declines in Several Types of Violence Directed at Youth It looks as if violence perpetrated against America's youth is on a downward trajectory, according to a study published in JAMA Pediatrics. The study was headed by David Finkelhor, Ph.D., director of the Crimes Against Children Research Center at the University of New Hampshire, and was based on three national phone surveys of 10,183 children from 2003 to 2011. The researchers used the survey results to track trends in 50 aspects of youth victimization by violence. Even when demographic variables were controlled, there were 27

during the eight years included in the analysis. For example, the survey found that attempted or completed rape declined 43 percent, dating violence declined 39 percent, physical assaults in general declined 33 percent, and child maltreatment declined 26 percent.

The researchers offer several possible explanations for

prevention programs — such as those targeting bullying,

are working.

"There is no single more preventable and important cause of psychiatric harm to children than exposure to violence," Andrew Gerber, M.D., Ph.D., an assistant professor of psychiatry at Columbia University and a child and adolescent psychiatrist, told Psychiatric News. "It is enormously encouraging to learn that the concerted effort over the past two decades to minimize this exposure appears to be paying off in the form of reduced exposure to violence in our nation's children."

More information about a school program to identify and treat mental health problems before they emerge as more serious issues such as suicide and violence can be found in the Psychiatric News article, "Miami-‐Dade Schools Adopt Foundation's 'Typical or Troubled?' Program." Information about mental health consequences of bullying can be found in the Psychiatric News article, "Effects of Bullying Don't End When School Does."

ANNUNCIATION HOUSE

ANNUNCIATION HOUSE 815 Myrtle Avenue

El Paso, TX 79901-­2620 Voice: 915-­533-­4675 / 915-­545-­4509

Fax: 915-­351-­1343 www.annunciationhouse.org/blog/

ANNUNCIATION HOUSE 1003 E. San Antonio Ave. El Paso, TX 79901-­2620

( 915)545-­4509

CASA TERESA 815 Myrtle Ave.

El Paso, TX 79901-­1511 (915) 533-­4675

CASA VIDES 325 León St.

El Paso, TX 79901-­1021 (915) 544-­8451

CASA EMAÚS Calle C y 12

Col. Puerto de Anapra Cd. Juárez, Chihuahua

July 2, 2014 I write to you at a time of great need for Annunciation House. For the past three-­and-­a-­half weeks we have been giving and coordinating hospitality for hundreds of immigrants from Central America and South America. We are serving greater numbers of immigrants over shorter periods of time than we ever have in the history of the houses. We have called on the local community to respond and it has, offering space for hospitality, food, clothing, monetary donations, transportation, and more. Local former volunteers have come forward and given their time to serve in the myriad ways that are needed, some serving as overnight volunteers at shelters that have been set up in churches, others helping immigrants make travel plans, others coordinating the donation process, still others triaging phone inquiries about our needs. Two former volunteers not from El Paso have come down and served among us for a week;; and it is understatement to say how grateful we are for their service and how necessary and useful their help has been. We are in great need of more volunteers to staff this effort at large-­scale hospitality. In particular, we are in need of dependable, responsible individuals who can give a week or two, to this effort. Your experience and hospitality would be of significant help as we try to serve these great numbers of immigrants. We know you are busy with family and with work, but for some of you it might be possible to come and serve. We hope you will consider this.

Some background on the situation might be helpful as you consider this request. In the beginning of June a significant increase of Central American families in South Texas had overwhelmed Border Patrol (BP) & ICE resources in the area. The decision was made to fly immigrants to other cities, including El Paso, for processing. El Paso received 2 planes with 270 immigrants on June 7. After processing, BP turned them over to ICE, who released the families on their own recognizance due to a lack of detention space. ICE reached out to Annunciation House for assistance in receiving these families so as to prevent them ending up on the street. Annunciation House organized housing space for these 270 immigrants with the collaboration of several churches and community groups and the space available at Annunciation House and Casa Vides. These immigrants were destitute families who’d arrived with just the clothes on their back. Approximately 50% of them had come from Honduras while the remaining 50% of the families were primarily from El Salvador, Guatemala, and South America. They were very tired, emotionally drained, and very appreciative of having a place to arrive, where they could obtain a shower, clothing, food, and help in contacting their families/friends in the U.S. so that they could make arrangements to travel to them. These families moved on quickly because they had these friends/family someplace in the U.S. where they wanted to and could go.

Organizing to receive the first large group of immigrants was an “organize as you go” process. Now, however, having received and given hospitality to a second (and third?) wave of Central American immigrant families, we have developed an organizational structure that works. Obviously, Annunciation House’s long history in working with Central Americans, the availability of Annunciation House, Casa Vides, and Casa Teresa as immediate resources, the volunteer community, El Paso Board members, and volunteers were tremendously helpful in building this structure. What is needed now are volunteers to fill the numerous roles within this structure.

This is where you come in. You may have some flexibility in your schedule right now or time off from work that you can take. If this is the case, please consider coming to Annunciation House for a week or two and filling one of these most necessary roles. If you are able to offer this help right now, please be in contact with me at rubengarcia@annunciationhouse.org. If you are not able to come, please keep the house’s efforts and our immigrant families in your prayers.

With sincere thanks for considering this request, Amy Joyce AHI Board of Directors

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Parish RESOURCES18 Belvidere Street, Boston, MA 02115Hours | Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.Phone | 617 536 4548Fax | 617 536 1781E-‐mail | info@stceciliaboston.orgWebsite | www.stceciliaboston.org

Parish StaffRev. John J. Unni, PastorMark Donohoe, Pastoral Associate for Administration, mdonohoe@stceciliaboston.orgScott J. MacDonald, Director of Faith Formation and Leadership Development, smacdonald@stceciliaboston.orgJeanne Bruno, Coordinator of Pastoral Outreach, jbruno@stceciliaboston.orgRichard J. Clark, Director of Music and Organist, rclark@stceciliaboston.orgCaroline Gélinas, Executive Assistant,cgelinas@stceciliaboston.orgMaureen Sullivan, Special Projects Manager,msullivan@stceciliaboston.org

Assisting ClergyRev. Joseph BaggettaRev. Thomas Gariepy, CSCRev. Peter Grover, OMVRev. James Shaughnessy, SJRev. George Winchester, SJ

Schedule for Liturgy| 8:00 a.m.

Lord’s Day | Sat 5:00 p.m.; Sun 8:00, 9:30, & 11:15 a.m.Holy Days | 8:00 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.

ReconciliationBy appointment at any time.

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is the communal process through which non-‐baptized men and women become members of the Catholic Church. It is also suitable for those baptized in different faith traditions who are interested in becoming Catholic, or, for those who were baptized Catholic, but have yet to receive the sacraments of

Mark Donohoe.

Baptism for Infants

more information, please contact Mark Donohoe.

Faith Formation for ChildrenTo register your child for our Faith Formation Program, please contact

MarriageCouples who wish to prepare for marriage should contact Mark

Care of the SickTo arrange for the Sacrament of the Sick, for Holy Communion to be brought to those unable to attend the Sunday celebration, or for

during regularly scheduled liturgies.

Order of Christian Funerals

Child Abuse Prevention (CAP) TeamThe CAP Team is responsible for training all parish staff and volunteers in mandated reporting laws and the Protecting God’s Children program

the parish who has concerns about reporting child abuse and neglect.

com) if you have any questions or concerns.The Archdiocese of Boston has in place a vigorous program to protect children from harm and to educate its ministers and faithful about the nature of abuse, with a goal of increasing knowledge, creating a safe environment for children, and recognizing and reporting potentially dangerous situations. The full text of the policy is also available in the

For Those with Celiac DiseaseIf you have celiac disease, please let us know. We have a supply of low-‐gluten altar bread available for those who cannot tolerate gluten.

Hearing Assistance in ChurchThe church is equipped with an FM listening device. Small receivers are available for anyone who may have trouble hearing the sound system. Simply request a receiver from any one of our greeters before Mass.

Access for the DisabledThe church is accessible by elevator.

Sunday ParkingReduced-‐rate parking is available on Sundays at the Prudential Center parking garage and at the Hilton Boston Back Bay; Sunday parking is

hours). Be sure to have one of our greeters validate your parking ticket before returning to your car.

Saint Cecilia Rainbow MinistrySaint Cecilia Rainbow Ministry is a GLBTQ community at Saint Cecilia. For more information, contact stceciliarainbowministry@gmail.com.

Joining Our CommunityWe’re happy that you’re with us! Our community offers a warm, spiritual home for a diverse group of Catholics. We come from many neighborhoods in and around Boston but also have parishioners

introduce yourself to a staff member, drop in for coffee on Sunday,

what your background, please know that you are always welcome at Saint Cecilia.