Saint George Church - Worcester & Holden
June 19, 2016: 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time
40 Brattle Street Worcester, MA 01606
Parish Office: 508-853-0183
www.saintgeo.com.
Office Hours:
Monday & Wednesday 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Tuesday & Thursday 9:00AM to 4:00PM
Parish Staff:
It is our privilege to serve you
Rev. Edward D. Niccolls Pastor Ext. 12
Rev. Charles P.O. Omolo, Associate Pastor
Ext.24
Norbert H. Archibald, Deacon
Annie Doyle, Pastoral Outreach
[email protected] Ext. 11
Joan Koppenal, Parish Secretary
[email protected] Ext.10
Fax 508-854-0864
Under the protection of Saint George in Christ Jesus
St. George Catholic Church
For information regarding Pastoral Care of
the Sick, Marriage Preparation, Confirmation, and Ministry Involvement, we invite
you to call the Parish Office.
Parish Mission Statement
We, the parish community of St George, celebrate the
welcoming presence of Christ in our lives. Together
with the universal Church, we are nourished and
sustained through the Mystery of the Holy Eucharist,
and we are inspired by the proclamation of the Word,
guided by the Holy Spirit. We continually seek to grow
in a deeper understanding of our faith, to respect the
sanctity of human life, and respond to what Jesus
asks of us in our time by sharing our gifts and participating in parish activities and outreach to others.
Baptism Information: Please contact the
Parish Office at 508-853-0183 or
email: [email protected]
Eucharist Celebrated:
Saturday Vigil: 4:00 PM
Sunday: 7:30, 9:00, 11:00 AM
Monday through Thursday at 8:00 AM
Sacrament of Reconciliation:
Saturday 3:00 to 3:30 PM and by appointment
A Community of Ministries, June 19, 2016
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Saint George Church - Worcester & Holden
June 19, 2016: 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Welcome to all family & friends who are worshiping here with us today
Parish Calendar
Mass Intentions
Saturday, June 18: Vigil
4:00 PM For the fathers & grandfathers of our parish
Sunday, June 19: 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time
7:30 AM For the fathers & grandfathers of our parish
9:00 AM For the fathers & grandfathers of our parish
11:00 AM For the fathers & grandfathers of our parish
Monday, June 20: St. Anthony of Padua
8:00 AM In memory of Leo & Mary Jones
Tuesday, June 21: St. Aloysius Gonzaga
8:00 AM 50th Wedding Celebration for
Fr. Emmanuel & Mary McCarthy by
Deacon Norbert Archibald
Wednesday, June 22: St. Paulinus of Nola
8:00 AM For the Community of St. George
Thursday, June 23:
8:00 AM In thanksgiving for a favor received by a
parishioner
Friday, June 24: The Nativity of St. John the Baptist
8:00 AM For our Ministers of Holy Communion
Saturday, June 25: Vigil
4:00 PM Memorial for Natalie & Alfred Laurie by
family
Sunday, June 26: 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time
7:30 AM Memorial for Janice Paldino by her niece
Rebecca & Carol Grigas
9:00 AM For the sick of the parish
11:00 AM 14th Anniversary for Angelo Gentile by
family
Altar Ministries
We are thankful to the Altar Servers and Ministers of
Holy Communion from TEAM D who will serve at our
Masses next weekend.
Saturday, June 11:
8:00 PM AA
Sunday, June 12:
8:00 AM Coffee Shop
9:00 AM Children’s Liturgy
9:00 AM Toddler Liturgy
Monday, June 20:
Tuesday, June 21:
6:00 PM Weight Loss Group
Wednesday, June 22:
7:00 PM Faith Sharing Group
Thursday, June 23:
6:30 PM Family Prayer
Friday, June 24:
10:00 AM Faith Sharing Group
Saturday, June 25:
8:00 PM AA
Sunday, June 26:
8:00 AM Coffee Shop
9:00 AM Children’s Liturgy
9:00 AM Toddler Liturgy
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Scripture for the week of June 19, 2016
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Zec 12:10-11; 13:1/Gal 3:26-29/Lk 9:18-24
2 Kgs 17:5-8, 13-15a, 18/Mt 7:1-5
2 Kgs 19:9b-11, 14-21, 31-35a, 36/Mt 7:6,
12-14
2 Kgs 22:8-13; 23:1-3/Mt 7:15-20
2 Kgs 24:8-17/Mt 7:21-29
Is 49:1-6/Acts 13:22-26/Lk 1:57-66, 80
Lam 2:2, 10-14, 18-19/Mt 8:5-17
1 Kgs 19:16b, 19-21/Gal 5:1, 13-18/Lk 9:5162
Bulletin Deadlines
Attention Parents of Young Children
The Church building is open to all. We ask that parents of young children to please accompany them at
all times. Thank you.
Second Collection
Next weekend, the collection for Peter’s Pence for
the Holy Father will be taken up at all Masses.
Please see Bishop McManus’ letter on page 6 for
information about this important collection.
Weekend of
July 3
July 10
July 17
Due to parish
Wednesday, June 22
Wednesday, June 29
Wednesday, July 6
Items must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the due date.
Email items to [email protected], or fax to the
Rectory.
Diocesan Daily Mass on TV
Daily Mass is LIVE each weekday morning on Charter
TV3 (Ch193), delay Broadcast on Shrewsbury TV28
at 4:30 pm and Clinton Cable TV8 at 4:30 pm.
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Saint George Church - Worcester & Holden
June 19, 2016: 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Weekend of June 12, 2016
From Your Pastor
Total Weekly Ordinary: $7,312.55
Thank you for your support!
HAPPY FATHERS' DAY!!!
We extend our blessings and good wishes to all fathers today as they celebrate their special day.
Consider hosting a gathering
of “neighbors” in your home
Our pastor Fr. Niccolls would like to get to know the
friends and neighbors of our parish.
Since his arrival here two years ago, father has visited the homes of many of our parishioners. The gatherings help to give father the opportunity to meet,
greet, and share the news of what’s happening here
at the parish.
The host or hostess usually invites a few “neighbors”
for a gathering which typically lasts about an hour.
The “neighbors” might be a group of folks on your
street or simply a group of friends, acquaintances, co
-workers or parishioners. (We are happy to help you
with ideas, addresses, or invitations). Simple refreshments might be served. The atmosphere is relaxed
and casual.
We hear so much today about two basic and fundamental rights that we hold dear as American Catholic
Christians – the rights to life and religious freedom. In
reviewing some material I have used in previous
years for parish bulletins, I came across a message
from one of the cards I received at the time of my 35th
anniversary celebration of priesthood. I share this
message with you as one to reflect upon and ponder
as we think about life and religious freedom. Here is
the message.
“JUST THINK, you’re here not by chance, but
by God’s CHOOSING.
His hand FORMED YOU and made you the
person you are.
He compares you to no one else—you are
ONE OF A KIND.
YOU LACK NOTHING that His grace can’t
give you.
He has allowed you to be here AT THIS TIME
IN HISTORY
To fulfill His special PURPOSE FOR THIS
GENERATION.
MAY YOUR DAY BE BLESSED with the
knowledge of the special purpose God has
for your life.
And may you be aware of the blessing you
are to so many.”
Roy Lessin
Please contact Fr. Niccolls at the Parish Office or after Mass if you are interested in setting up a date and
time for a visit.
For more information or assistance in planning please
contact Annie Doyle Ex.11.
Holy Father’s Prayer Intentions for June
During the month of June, Pope Francis has asked
that the aged, marginalized, and those who have no
one may find-even within the huge cities of the
world-opportunity. The Holy Father has also asked
that seminarians and men and women entering the
religious life may have mentors who live the joy of the
Gospel and prepare them wisely for their mission.
Fr. Niccolls
Coffee Shop Captain
Parish Organist
Saint George's Parish is seeking to fill the position of
Parish Organist to accompany our well-established,
vibrant music ministry. Prospective candidates should
be accomplished musicians and liturgists who are
able to accompany a choir and/or a congregation musically and vocally at Masses. Weekend/Christmas/
Easter Triduum/Holy Days of Obligation availability
and flexibility is a must.
Please email your resume to the parish Music Director, Bill White: [email protected]
June 26, 2016
Kevin Cusack: 508-829-6886
All men are invited to join the Men’s Club...be part of
a Coffee Shop Team to serve every 9 weeks. Contact
Jim Sanford at 508-852-0293.
This Week…
Pray for married couples that God will strengthen
them to remain faithful to each other and to bear one
another’s faults with generous hearts.
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Saint George Church - Worcester & Holden
June 19, 2016: 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Scholarships to Our Graduating Seniors 2016
Religious Education
To David Cusack
In memory of the Cote and Breen Families
From Pat and Joe Cote
“Growing Together in Faith”
Sarah Kelly, Administrator - 508-852-1784
Email : [email protected]
To Nick Matys
In memory of St. John Paul II
From Pat and Joe Cote
Family Registration For Next Year
Registration forms, an information and guideline
sheet and the calendar of dates for next year are
available in the church hall and on our parish website. Please note the following changes:
To Sarah Matys
In memory of Mother Theresa
From Pat and Joe Cote
•
A weekly 6th grade option is now available Monday or Tuesday.
To Matt Pacenka
From the St. George Men’s Club
and St. George Parish
•
The Grade 6-9 and the Confirmation Attendance
Policy has been updated.
To Chris Slavin
From St. George Parish
•
There is an increase in the registration fee after
August 1.
•
To Timary Malley
From St. Vincent DePaul
Completed Registration Forms with fees are accepted at the Religious Education Office. A mail
slot has been installed for this purpose.
To Erin Serafin
From St. George Parish
To Marta Brodeur
From St. George Parish
Grades 1-5 Sarah Kelly- Coordinator
I want to thank all of the students, & families for a
wonderful year. I also want to thank our teachers for
their dedication. We look forward to another great
year starting in September.
The following students were awarded additional
scholarships for their help in restarting the
St. George Youth Ministry:
Nick Matys
Sarah Matys
Matt Pacenka
David Cusack
Religious Education
Grades 6-9
Hello! My name is Kevin Browne, and I will be serving
as the new Coordinator of the St. George Junior High
Religious Education Program.
I hope that I get the chance to meet with as many of
you as possible to learn more about the parish, the
Religious program, and any ideas you may have for
developing the program further.
And of course, we will be looking for new and returning teachers to help with classes twice a
month on Sunday evenings!
If we do not get the chance to meet this weekend,
please feel free to contact me at
[email protected] or (508) 450-2512.
Scripture Study
Join us for a 6-week Scripture Study on The Book of
Isaiah. Each session will run from 6:30 PM to
8:00 PM. Meetings will be Tuesdays for 6 weeks in
the parish hall: 6/14, 6/21, 6/28, 7/5, 7/12, and 7/19
Summer Plans? No problem, you are welcome to join
us for as many or as few of the sessions as you are
able.
If you would like more information or have any questions, contact Brian at:
[email protected] or 774-276-1281
A Christian Steward receives God’s gifts gratefully,
cherishes and tends them in a responsible and accountable manner, shares them in justice and love with all,
and returns them with increase to the Lord.
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Saint George Church - Worcester & Holden
June 19, 2016: 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time
A Letter from Bishop McManus
Eucharist and Prayers for the Sick
Please: Call to let us know if a family member or
neighbor is hospitalized, homebound or ill. We can
arrange to visit and bring Eucharist. Remember that
due to HIPAA regulations, unless you allow the hospital or health care institution to release information and
list St. George’s as your religious affiliation, we are
not told that you are a patient. We call the area hospitals each week to see if any of our parishioners are
hospitalized. Thank you for your understanding in
this matter.
Parish Calendar- Attention Ministry Leaders
The new parish calendar becomes effective September 1st. All ministry schedules should be submitted no
later than July 1. Even if your group’s schedule has
not changed we need your information so that the
calendar is as accurate as possible. You will be notified if your request for meeting space is unavailable.
Please email schedules to Joan Koppenal at
[email protected] or mail to the Parish Office .
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Follow these three easy step…
“This is my commandment: love one another as I
love you.” (Jn 15:12)
June 17, 2016
My dear brothers and sisters in Christ,
In this Jubilee Year of Mercy, the Peter’s Pence Collection is an opportunity to become a witness of
charity to those who suffer most. Pope Francis has
encouraged us to “open our eyes and see the misery
of the world, the wounds of our brothers and sisters
who are denied their dignity, and let us recognize that
we are compelled to heed their cry for
help!” (Misericordiae Vultus, [MV] no. 15).
Through the Peter’s Pence Collection, we stand in
solidarity with Catholics all over the world to support
the charitable works of our Holy Father. Contributions
to this collection support Pope Francis as he reaches
out to those suffering the effects of war and violence,
natural disasters, and religious persecution.
Pope Francis has told us that “mercy is the force that
reawakens us to new life and instills in us the courage
to look to the future with hope” (MV, no. 10). You can
learn more about how the Church is a force of mercy
that reaches out to those around the world by visiting
www.usccb.org/peters-pence.
1. Visit your parish website at www.saintgeo.com
2. Click on the Online Giving link at the top/middle
of the homepage.
3. Complete the registration form...
It’s that simple!!
Many thanks!
Your support helps our parish to grow more
vibrant every day.
I invite you to heed our Holy Father’s call to be a witness of charity throughout the world. Please be generous in the Peter’s Pence Collection to be taken
up at all Masses on the weekend of June 26. In
addition to your donations, your continued prayers
and outreach will help spread the message of the love
of Christ to those in need.
This Weekend’s Stewardship Thought
“Who do you say that I am?” Jesus asks Peter in today’s Gospel. Does my use of the gifts and talent
entrusted to me accurately reflect my answer to that
same question? How willing am I to deny myself,
take up my cross, and follow in His steps?
With every prayerful best wish, I remain
Sincerely yours in Christ,
Most Reverend Robert J. McManus
Bishop of Worcester
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A Fitbit Zip was found outside the Rectory. Please call
508-853-0183 if this is yours.
Thank you.
Consider Joining Our Community of Ministries
Call or e-mail the Parish Office today to check out the
many possibilities.
We have something for everyone!
If you or someone you know – has been sexually
abused by a priest, religious or lay person working for
the Church, and you need a place to talk about your
feeling of betrayal or hurt by the Church, call Frances
Nugent, Victim Services Coordinator, Office of Healing
and Prevention, 508-929-4363. A 24 hour confidential
voicemail is available.
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Saint George Church - Worcester & Holden
June 19, 2016: 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time
welcome all, build connections to Christ
and one another, and live our faith as true disciples of Jesus.
Our Parish Vision: To
Mercy Message
Our new parish vision statement is an invitation to
all parishioners, youth and adults, to continue to
build a deeper personal connection to Christ and to
the parish community through experience with multiple ministries. Come join a ministry!
If you are wondering what God has called you to do
with your life, join a ministry in the parish. Together
we can be joy filled examples of what it means to
live a Catholic life. Thanks to all who worked on
forming this statement.
Kevin Cusack, Youth Ministry
St. George Book Discussion Group
The next meeting of the St. George Book Discussion
Group will be held on Monday, June 27, 2016 at 7:00
p.m. in the Conference Room. We will enjoy a summer salad supper followed by a discussion of the
"The Long Loneliness: The Autobiography of the
Legendary Catholic Social Activist", by Dorothy
Day. Anyone interested in joining the group or for
more information, please contact Joyce Purcell at
508-852-3304.
Sounds of Music
Save the Date: November 5, 2016
Dinner and Silent Auction
Wachusett Country Club
Join us to celebrate our community & help raise funds
towards new organ and updates for its location.
“Please, thank you, sorry. Three essential words!
We say PLEASE so as not to be forceful in family life: May
I please do this? Would you be happy if I did that for you?
We do this with a language that seeks agreement.
We say THANK YOU, thank you for love! How many times
do you say thank you to your wife, and you to your husband? How often do you say thank you to your children?
Children and teens: it is important that you say thank you to
your parents, siblings and all those people who guide you
in your life. How many days go by without uttering the
works: THANK YOU!
And the last word: SORRY. We all make mistakes, and on
occasion someone gets offended in the marriage, in the
family, at our place of work, or in a neighborhood. Sometimes harsh words are spoken or senseless behavior occurs….don’t hold on to a grudge. Live in peaceful harmony
each day. It doesn’t hurt to say: please forgive me or I am
sorry. In saying these words, we are merciful, a burden is
lifted…we become free! (Adapted from Pope Francis’ Address, Pilgrimage of Families, Oct.26, 2013).
REFLECTION: The psalmist says, “Set a guard over my
mouth, O Lord, keep watch over the door of my
lips” (Psalm 141: 3). With our words, we can quickly
spread dissent, become frustrated or angry…..or we can
make a decision to show mercy and love. Where have
you failed with your words? To whom do you need to say:
please, thank you and sorry more often?
Calling all Teens
Summer Faith Sharing Group for Teens will begin Thursday, July 7, 2016 from 7:00 PM - 8:15 PM in the Parish
Center. If you are unable to attend a session…
no problem, come when you can. A special invitation to the
Religious Education students...Grades 9 and up. Here is
your opportunity to talk about your faith, to ask questions,
share ideas, pray with the Gospel for each Sunday and find
ways to make Jesus more important in your life.
All Are Welcome!!
Bring a friend...Pizza and Soda will be served
Please speak with Fr. Niccolls, Kevin Cusak or JoAnn Nally
for more information or to sign up.
Adult Faith Sharing Group
Pietá
Is an ongoing support group for bereaved parents.
Anyone who has experienced the death of a child is
welcome to attend. The next meeting will be on June
13 at 7:00 PM in the Church Hall Conference Room.
Please join us.
If you are interested in joining a Faith Sharing Group, we would
love to have you! There is a Wednesday Group: 7:00- 8:15PM
or a Friday Group: 10:00- 11:15AM in the Conference Room.
Give yourself the wonderful gift of sharing your faith, listening to
others faith experiences and learning more about the upcoming
Sunday Gospel. If you have questions or need more information,
please call
Gerrie Bak @ 508- 829- 5116 or JoAnn Nally @ 508-527- 6973.
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Saint George Church - Worcester & Holden
June 19, 2016: 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time
A Community of Ministries
Parish Outreach
THE FAMILY CONNECTION
Annie Doyle - 508-853-0183 x11
Office hours Mon-Tue-Wed 9-5
[email protected]
Summer Outreach
The Holy Year of Mercy continues with many acts
of kindness and care for others. Here are a few
needs:
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Three Mustard Seed Meals are scheduled for
the month of July. On July 6, 15, and 26 our
Confirmation students will serve the meals. Donations towards meat, bread and deserts are
needed. Needs will be posted at each church
exit. Your ongoing assistance helps to feeds the
hungry and teach the joy of service to our Confirmation Candidates.
Our local food pantry is in need of children’s
sunscreen and insect repellant.
Service at the Interfaith Hospitality Family
Shelter is scheduled for June 26 till July 3. We
will need volunteers and grocery food cards.
Needs will be posted at each church exit.
A Prayer for Fathers…Heavenly Father, we thank you
for all the love you have shown to us, your children.
We thank you for your most precious gift of all – the
gift of your Son. Please help all fathers as they teach,
guide and nurture their children. Let us never forget
those children without fathers and our responsibility to
reach out to them. As today’s fathers feel the stress
and pressures of balancing work and family, give
them the wisdom to see that their most important job
is teaching their children to love you and your ways.
Amen.
Spring Flower Sale Report
The Faith in Action Ministry on behalf of families facing a housing crisis and victims of violence extends a
grateful thanks to all who by prayer, sponsorship or
the purchase of flowers made the Spring Flower Sale
a generous expression of our faith and concern for
others. As a result we were able to double our donation of last year and contributed one thousand dollars
to the Central MA Housing Alliance to assist a family
in great need. Likewise to address issues too often
leading to homelessness, FIA in collaboration with
other parish ministries will be working on organizing
programs in the fall focused on confronting violence,
protecting life and promoting human dignity at all life
stages. If you have an interest in any of these issues
we need your help and invite you to take part in the
discussion and planning of these programs. If so,
please contact a member of the parish Faith in Action
Ministry for more information or stop by the FIA Hope
for Housing table in the church hall after all Masses.
Again, thank you for putting your faith in action.
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration
The Adorers of the Perpetual Adoration
Chapel wish to thank Jesus in the
Blessed Sacrament for these favors:
1. Thanks for patience & forgiveness.
2. Thank you for successful heart
procedure.
Committed adorers are needed. Please call Deacon
Norbert Archibald at 508-853-8169 or 508-847-3710
for more information or to sign up for an hour.
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