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NOVEMBER 2018M A S S E S , R E C O N C I L I A T I O N , & A D O R A T I O N

FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS MASS & CONFESSION SCHEDULE - Nov 23, 2018-Jan 6, 2019

“COME NEAR MY CHILDREN, DON’T BE AFRAID.” -Our Lady at La SaletteFather Andre Patenaude, M.S. - Superior Fr. Ted Brown , M.S. - Shrine Director Father Bernie Baris, M.S. - Retreat Center Director

MASSESSunday

12:10 PMMonday - Friday12:10 & 6:30 PM

Saturday12:10 & 4:30 PM

MASSESSaturday & Sunday

12:10, 4:00, &5:30 PM

Monday - Friday12:10 & 4:00 PM

RECONCILIATION

Saturday & Sunday1:00 - 4:00 PMMonday - Friday1:00 - 2:00 PM

Wednesday1-2:00 PM & 5-6:00 PM

RECONCILIATION

1:00-5:00 PMDaily

There will be no Reconciliation on:

NOV 22, DEC 25, & JAN 1

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION

Saturday1:00 - 4:00 PM

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION

Saturday1:00 - 4:00 PM

HEALING MASSESSpanish - First Sunday

Nov 4, 2:30PM

Portuguese - Third SundayNov 18, 2:30PM

NO HEALING MASSESDURING THE

CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL

HENRY NOUWEN ON LIVING WITH GRATITUDE

“ To be gratef ul for the good things that happen in our lives is easy, but to be gratef ul for all of our lives-the good as well as the bad, the moments of joy as well as the moments of sorrow, the successes as well as the failures, the rewards as well as the rejections-that requires hard spiritual work. Still, we are only truly gratef ul people when we can say thank you to all that has brought us to the present moment. As long as we keep dividing our lives between events and people we would like to remember and those we would rather forget, we cannot claim the f ullness of our beings as a gif t of God to be gratef ul for. Let ’s not be af raid to look at everything that has brought us to where we are now and trust that we will soon see in it the guiding hand of a loving God.”

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NOVEMBER CALENDAR

Nov 1, All Saints’ Day, pg 2

Nov 2, All Souls’ Day, pg 2

Nov 3, Volunteer Appreciation Dinner - pg 2

Nov 5, Grief Education - pg 5

Nov 7, A Rosary Remembrance - pg 5

Nov 9, La Salette Movie Festival - pg 2

Nov 10, A Holocaust Survivor Speaks - pg 4

Nov 10, Separated & Divorced Group - pg 5

Nov 17, Family Creche Setup - pg 4

Nov 18, Donut Sunday - pg 3

Nov 18, La Salette Youth Mass - pg 3

Nov 29, Walking in Hope - pg 3

Nov 20, La Salette Storytelling Series - pg 3

Nov 21, Thanksgiving Eve Mass - pg 4

Nov 22, FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS BEGINS

NEW MASS TIMES - pgs 1 & 4

Nov 24, Separated & Divorced Group - pg 5

Dec 8, Stations of the Nativity - pg 5

Dec 14-16, Advent Retreat - pg 5

PRAYER GROUPSShrine Church & Chapel of Reconciliation

La Salette & Divine Mercy DevotionsWednesday at 7:15pm in Shrine Church

Intercessory Prayer Group2nd Thursday of the Month - 7:15pm

Padre Pio Prayer Group2nd Monday of the Month - 7:15pm

Lay Leader: Ron MendesLa Salette Pax Christi

3rd Tuesday of the Month - 7:30pmGod the Father Apostolate

will resume on October 14th at the 12:10PM Mass

“GLIMPSES of RADICALINNER LANDSCAPES”

2018 La Salette Film FestivalNovember 9, 2018

7:15PM in the Welcome Center.

Our next screening will be on November 9th, 2018 at 7:15pm at the Welcome Center. The movie we will be presenting is “The Greatest Showman!” We hope you will join us.

Admission is free.

VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION DINNER

November 3, 2018 in Cafeteriafollowing the 4:30PM Mass

ALL SAINTS’ DAYThe All Saints Day Vigil will be held on

Wednesday, October 31, 2018 at 6:30and Masses will be held on

Thursday, Nov 1 at 12:10 and 6:30PM

ALL SOULS’ DAYFriday, November 2, 2018

Masses at 12:10 & 6:30PM****The Oure Pleasure Singers will be leading

liturgical music that night.

Our Book of Remembrance for All Souls’ Day will be available in the foyer of the Church after Mass on Oc-tober 29 & 30 for entries about loved ones. People are also invited to bring pictures of their loved ones on the weekend of October 29 & 30 to have them blessed on All Souls’ Day.

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WALKING IN HOPE SUPPORT GROUP:

Bereavement Group for those who have lost loved ones from drug use

OUR NEXT MEETINGWILL TAKE PLACE ON THURSDAY,

NOVEMBER 29 AT 7:30 PM MEET IN THE WELCOME CENTER

The epidemic of drug use has hit this area hard. There have been many deaths from drug use and for parents, siblings, and friends the loss is devastating. We have a support group for those who have lost someone to this horrible disease.

FIRST SATURDAY DEVOTIONSFirst Saturday of each month, Reconciliation Chapel

from 11:00-12:00 PMExposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Rosary,

and other Prayers

The Five First Saturdays devotion involves a unique combination of confession, communion, and the rosary, and it holds a special place in Our Lady’s plan. As Mary our Mother invites us through her message at La Salette, “Come near, my children...”

NOVEMBERDONUT SUNDAY

November 18, 2018 after the 12:10PM Mass

LA SALETTEYOUTH MASS

November 18, at the 12:10PM MassALL ARE INVITED!

BOOK OF THE MONTHPOVERTY:

RESPONDING LIKE JESUSBy Fr. Kenneth R. Himes, OFM

The poor will always be with you, Jesus said – but that doesn’t mean Christians have ever figured out how to be with the poor. Pope Francis has emphasized a vision of a “Church that is poor and for the poor.” But growing economic inequality continues to spread across the globe. This book takes a fresh look at the role of churches, and individual Christians, in relating to poverty and the poor among them. A strong focus is placed on the biblical and theological roots of the Church’s commitment to care for the poor. At times praised as a virtue and blessed as a condition, poverty easily confuses us, and we are often left doing little to nothing to make a difference with and for the poor. As a social evil and a burden, poverty has elicited many kinds of reactions among the followers of Christ. It is time for Christians to figure out what to do about it.-Contributors include Pope Francis, Pheme Perkins, Sandra M. Schneider, and Thomas Massaro SJ.

Now Available in our Gift Shop!LA SALETTE STORYTELLING

SERIES: INTER(SESSION)November 20th at 7:30PM

In the Welcome Center Cafe

Come have a coffee and join us for next meeting of our Storytelling Series: INTER(SESSION). We will be sharing three amazing, heartfelt stories; all revolving around the theme of “THANKFUL.”

If you have a story to submit, please visit our website at www.lasaletteattleboroshrine.org/storytelling-series.

ALL ARE WELCOME!

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THANKSGIVING EVE MASSWednesday, November 21 at 6:30 PM

There will be no 10AM Mass on Thanksgiving Day

As Christians we should live as grateful people. All that we have is a gift from God. Thankfulness is part of the American DNA, as that from the beginning of the European settlement of the continent, times of Thanksgiving have been set aside.

Join us on the evening before Thanksgiving to give God thanks for all that we have been given. We at the Shrine have much to be grateful for, but most of all, the blessings God has given us in you. Please join us.

FAITH IN ACTIONThe cold winter season is coming, and it is time to think of our brothers and sisters in need of our help. Our winter collection of blankets, comforters, and sleeping bags has begun. There are large collection boxes in the church foyer for your donations. Thank you for your generosity. God bless you.

FAMILY CRECHE SET UPCome join us with your family on Saturday, November 17 at 10:00AM and help us to set up the creche scene in the outdoor chapel! We will be showing the film “The Star” for children in the Welcome Center while we get some of the heavy lifting done and then welcoming the children outside for the lighter things! We’ll have plen-ty of hot chocolate and snacks once we’re finished. All families in attendance will also recieve a gift from us to say thank you for helping! Kids of all ages welcome! (Rain date: November 18 at 1:00PM) Register online at www.lasaletteattleboroshrine.org/nativity-setup.

FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS MASS AND CONFESSION TIME CHANGE

Beginning Friday, November 23, 2018 until Sunday, January 6, 2019, the Mass and Confession Schedule will change:

WEEKEND MASSESSaturday 12:10 PM

(does not fulfill Sunday obligation)4:00PM and 5:30PM

DAILY MASS12:10PM and 4:00PM

CONFESSIONS DAILY1:00-5:00PM

WELCOME FATHER FRANCISCO MBAMBI, MS!

On Novemeber 4, Fr. Francisco Mbambi, joins our staff. Father Francisco is a Missionary of La Salette from our Province in Angola. We are particularly grateful for him so that we may continue and deepen the ministry to those who speak Portuguese. Fr. Manny Perierra has done a fine job building up this ministry. We look forward to all that Fr. Francisco will offer. Be sure to say hello and welcome him.

A HOLOCAUST SURVIVOR SPEAKS:HENRY OSTER & THE KINDNESS OF THE HANGMAN, EVEN IN HELL THERE

IS HOPESaturday, November 10, 2018 @ 6:00pm

in the Welcome Center

Henry Oster was just 5 years old when Adolf Hitler and the Nazis seized power in 1933. For the next 12 years Henry struggled to keep on breathing while his family, his friends and the Jews of Europe were overwhelmed by the Holocaust. The National Shrine of Our Lady of La Salette and The deCaro Consulting Group, Inc. cordially invite you to a presentation by Henry Oster, the author of the memoir, The Kindness of the Hangman with a book signing to follow. Limited copies will be available on the evening of the presentation.

GOOD-BYE STEPHEN HIGGINS, WELCOME RYAN TREMBLAY!

Stephen Higgins who has been our music director since September of 2017 has taken a position at St. Sebastian Parish in Providence. We are grateful for his musical gifts and time he gave us.

Well known musician, Ryan Tremblay, will be joining us in that position. We look forward to his participation with us. Be sure to welcome him.

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SUPPORT GROUP FOR THE SEPARATED & DIVORCED

Meets on November 13 & 27from 7:00-8:30 PM in the Retreat Center.

Led by Dorothy LevesqueCome join us for this new support group for those in our community who are touched directly or indirectly by divorce and/or separation. Please visit our website at www.lasaletteretreatcenter.com or call 508-642-1928 for more information.

RETREAT CENTER947 Park St. Attleboro MA 02703office@lasaletteretreatcenter.com

(508) 222-8530

GRIEF EDUCATION November 5, 2018from 6:30-8:30PM

Theme:“HOW TO GRIEVE AND GIVE THANKS”

Grief Education is a safe, compassionate, and confidential forum where you will be given the opportunity to learn, share, explore feelings, and find ways to accept and to cope with the loss of a loved one. Cost: $10 per session.

Pre-registration required.To register please call Sr. Judith Costa at 508-345-2660

For more information or to register for any of the above programs/retreats, please call us at 508-222-8530

or visit our website at www.lasaletteretreatcenter.com

SPIRITUAL DIRECTIONMeeting with a spiritual director or spiritual companion can often help you discover God’s movement within your life journey and encourage you to draw closer to God. It can help you integrate spirituality into your daily life, discern and make difficult choices, and share your hopes, struggles, and losses. Spiritual companions include ordained, religious and lay people trained in helping you discover what God has been waiting for you to seek in a closer relationship. Here is a list of the Spiritual Directors available at the Retreat Center:

-Fr. Flavio Gillio, MS - 508-222-5410-Sr. Annette Langlois, SASV - 508-236-9093-Joy Jennings - 508-236-9000-Ethel Fraga - 508-822-2410-Dottie Levesque - 508-222-8530

To make an appointment, please contact any of the above directors at the number provided.

“A ROSARY REMEMBRANCE: THE JOYFUL MYSTERIES”

Nov 7 from 8:30AM–4:00PM in the Retreat Center Presented by Joy Jennings

Everything you love about the rosary will be brought to life in this day of deep devotion and prayer. Contemplate Mary’s privileged role in becoming the mother of Jesus, one decade and one joyful mystery at a time. Our director of the Retreat House, Fr Bernie Baris, MS, will be on hand for a special blessing of your rosaries, followed by his celebration of the Mass.Registration is required. COST: $45

Day of Prayer:“STATIONS OF THE NATIVITY”

December 8, 2018led by Dottie Levesque

Give yourself an early Christmas gift by responding to the invitation to “come aside and rest awhile”. We will journey through the Stations of the Nativity that begin with Gabriel’s visit to Mary, and end with the Magi’s round trip. Today, this journey continues through you and me. From 8:30am (registration) to 4:00pm. Lunch included. Suggested donation: $ 45 per person.

WEEKEND CHRISTMAS RETREAT“A JOURNEY TO THE MANGER:

WAITING IN JOYFUL HOPE INSIDETHE CHRISTMAS STORY”

December 14-16, 2018, Friday, 7PM to Sunday, 2PMled by the La Salette Retreat Center Team

Through insightful biblical readings related to the“Christmas Narrative” and inspiring reflections fromcontemporary spiritual masters (Henry Nouwen,Thomas Merton, and others), the retreat will breathenew life into the familiar Christmas stories, weave them into the fabric of our lives and spiritual formation, and draw out implication for our day-to-day living. Suggested donation: $225 per person. Registration and Deposit required.

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SNACK BAROPEN YEAR ROUND

Wednesday to Sunday - 1:00 - 4:00 PM

The Snack Bar in the foyer of the Welcome Center is a great place to stop when visiting the Shrine. It serves fresh sandwiches, small meat pies, pizza, and soup as well as ice cream, chips, and candy!

Brother Roger Moreau, M.S.Snack Bar Manager

As you do your estate planning, re-membering us in your will is a way of

creating a lasting legacy of your life and helping to continue our good work.

Our legal title is: Shrine of Our Lady of La Salette, Inc.

947 Park St. Attleboro, MA 02703

RELIGIOUS ARTICLE BOOKSTORE

The La Salette Religious Article Bookstore is the perfect place to find a gift for every occasion! Our selection includes rosaries, crucifixes, medals, statues, Willow Tree Angels, jewelry and music boxes. Books include a variety of Bibles, missals and prayer books, spiritual reading and self-help books. With the Advent & Christmas seasons quickly approaching, we’re getting new items in every day! Come visit us in the La Salette Welcome Center!

For what occasion do you need a special gift, book, or greeting card?

YOU’LL FIND WHAT YOU’RE LOOKING FOR AT LA SALETTE.

MUSIC MINISTRY

We’re looking for people to sing or play at the 4:30 PM

Mass. Please contact Fr. Pat at 508-222-5410. If you are

interested in helping at the 12:10 PM Sunday Mass,

please contact us at:

ryantremblaymusic@gmail.comCANDLE NOTICE

Due to several changes of staff over the past few years, our annual candle database has not been properly kept up to date. Please be patient with us as we attempt to resolve this matter. If you have any questions regarding your candle plaques, please call 508-236-9068.

We are casting our nets out for new liturgical ministers, lectors, eucharistic ministers, and other

volunteers to help out with Mass!

If you’ve ever considered offering your time, gifts, and talents for use here at the Shrine,

please contact us at 508-222-5410 or visit us online at lasaletteattleboroshrine.org.