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WELCOME If you are alienated or upset, we welcome you lovingly.
If you are in need of forgiveness, Jesus forgives you completely—with unconditional love.
If you have been hurt by the Church, we are truly sorry.
If you are angry, Jesus offers you peace.
If life has become burdensome, we are here to support you.
We are happy you are here and want you to stay.
We would like to share our lives with you.
Come join us each week so we can worship God together.
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Parish Staff
Rev. Richard T. Conway–Parish Priest
Amanda Roberts – Faith Formation Director
Irene Bonner – Business Manager
Joe Galluzzo – RCIA Coordinator
[email protected]; 978-682-6595
Yvonne Gobis – Liturgical Music Coordinator
[email protected]; 978-452-0831
Mass Schedule
Saturday 4:00 pm
Sunday 9:00 & 11:00 am
Weekdays as announced
Parish Office
978-683-8922
Fax: 978-689-8878
Office Hours: T-F, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm
Marriage Please contact the Parish Office at least six months in advance. Participation in both a parish and a dioce-
san preparation is required of all couples.
RCIA Adults interested in baptism or joining the Catholic Church should contact Joe Galluzzo at 978-682-6595
Anointing and Pastoral Care of the Sick Please contact the Parish Office when a parishioner is seriously ill or goes into the hospital. Staff and
Communion Ministers bring communion to those who are infirm. Sacrament of the Sick is celebrated com-
munally in the spring and the fall.
Baptism Celebrated regularly at Sunday Eucharist. Mandatory parent preparation sessions are held at church
every other month. Please contact the Parish Office four months in advance of the intended Baptism
date.
A Stewardship Parish
Building a Catholic community of commitment, passion and love
Celebrating our faith through dynamic liturgy and a rich sacramental life
Welcoming all into the warmth of our parish family
Sharing the gifts God entrusted to us
Striving to learn, live and share our faith
FEBRUARY 10, 2013
FROM FATHER RICK
Dear Friends,
ASH WEDNESDAY MASSES / MARDI GRAS CELEBRATION Wednesday, February 13, is Ash Wednesday, the beginning of Lent. Masses will be celebrated at 12:10 noon, 6:00 pm and 7:30 pm. Ashes will be distributed ONLY during Mass.
Our pre-Lent celebration will be a Mardi Gras Mass at 5:30 pm, followed by a Traditional New Orleans Supper. If you plan to attend, please let Irene know.
FISH BAKE #1 The Knights will sponsor the first of our Lenten Fish Bakes this Friday, February 15, with continu- ous service from 5:30 to 7:00 pm in Driscoll Hall. There will also be cheese pizza available for the “non fish eaters.”
LENTEN WEEKDAY MASS SCHEDULE The Mass schedule for the weekdays of Lent is: Tuesday—5:30 pm; Wednesday—6:00 pm; Thursday—12:10 noon; Friday morning—6:30 am
LENTEN MATERIALS This weekend the Little Black Books and other Lenten materials are available in the vestibule. I also call your attention to our website. It includes all the Lenten activities here at St. Robert's, oppor-tunities for service, Lenten family activities, recommended websites (some have online retreats, prayers, reflections—text and audio) and apps.
ATTENTION ALL ARISE GROUP PARTICIPANTS Any ARISE groups interested in gathering for Lent please contact me ASAP at [email protected]. Thanks. I wish you God’s peace, Fr. Rick
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Parish Community Prayer Intentions
In your daily prayer this week please include these people, who are either anticipating a medical procedure or recovering from an illness or accident
The names in the Parish Community Prayer Intention list are not included in the web ver-sion of the bulletin in order to maintain the privacy of those individuals.
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ST. ROBERT BELLARMINE PARISH
Stewardship Reflection
“Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, ‘Whom shall I send? Who will go for us?’ ‘Here I am,’ I said, ‘send me!’” (Isaiah 6:8)
Every day – in little ways and in big ways – God asks, “Whom shall I send?” Whether it is some-one to take on a new ministry or just someone to open a door for an overburdened stranger, God constantly looks to see if we are willing to re-spond with the eagerness that Isaiah showed when he answered, “Here I am, send me!”
Money Matters On the weekend of February 2/3 Weekly donations: $3,964.00
Reconciliation Mini-Retreat Drop in Sunday, February 10, or Monday, February 11
Lent is just around the corner, beginning with Ash Wednesday on Febru-ary 13. Take some time out to renew yourself in the spirit of forgiveness. The adult breakout sessions at the Generations of Faith festival this week-end will be a mini-retreat, led by Amanda Roberts, with guided reflection and prayer to help you enter into this season of renewal. Come for dinner at 5:00 pm in Driscoll Hall, followed by breakout from 6:00-7:30 in the Seton Room. Or just stop by the Seton Room at 6:00 pm for the retreat.
Year of Faith 2012—2013
New this week on the parish Year of Faith website—will the real St. Valentine please stand up! Every week of every month there will be new content in one of the four main subject areas on the Year of Faith site. Valentine’s Day is Thursday of this week. Ever wonder how Christian martyrs and Hall-mark hearts & flowers get mixed up? Stop by the Saints & Heroes section to see what you can find.
Vatican II—Did You Know?: Pope John XXIIIs Opening Speech at Vatican II set the tone and the limits of Vatican II. He wanted no condemnations or new documents.
Special Collection—Ash Wednesday The collection on Ash Wednesday supports the
Church in Central and Eastern Europe and the Soli-
darity Fund for the Church in Africa. These collec-
tions help the Church spread the word of God and
train the Church leaders of tomorrow; help needy
families materially and spiritually; rebuild churches
that have fallen; and support the sisters and brothers
who have suffered for the faith. For more informa-
tion, visit www.usccb.org/nationalcollections.
St. Robert Bellarmine Women’s Group
Next Meeting: Tuesday, February 19, 7:00-8:30 pm, Seton Room Save the Date: Ladies Luncheon, Sunday, May 5, following the 11:00 am Mass
The Women’s Group is open to all women in the parish 18 years or older. We ordinarily meet on the third Tuesday of the month. It is meant to be a stress free, laid back, social and charitable group. We have also recently started up a Prayer Shawl Ministry and a regular knitting group is coming together. Sometimes we just sit and talk. The activities that we share are secondary to our mission to support one another as Catholic women. As we gather, we are mindful of Christ’s presence in our lives and we celebrate this common bond by sharing our time and our talents with one another. For more information, please contact Jean Tornatore at [email protected].
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Readings for the week of February 10, 2013
Sunday: Is 6:1-2a, 3-8; 1 Cor 15:1-11;
Lk 5:1-11
Monday: Gn 1:1-19; Mk 6:53-56
Tuesday: Gn 1:20 — 2:4a; Mk 7:1-13
Wednesday: Jl 2:12-18; 2 Cor 5:20 — 6:2;
Mt 6:1-6, 16-18
Thursday: Dt 30:15-20; Mt 16:13-19
Friday: Is 58:1-9a; Lk 9:22-25
Saturday: Is 58:9b-14; Lk 5:27-32
Next Sunday: Dt 26:4-10;Rom 10:8-13; Lk 4:1-13
Question of the Week Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Listen to Today’s Gospel (Luke 5:1-11) As you hear this reading, what words or phrases strike you? What in this reading touches your heart? What lingers in your mem-ory?
Look into Your Life Question for Adults: When recently did God call you to do something that was difficult? Question for Youth: Following Jesus can mean leaving some things behind. What do you need to let go of to follow Jesus more fully in your life? Question for Children: What is a way that you can follow Jesus?
Sunday, February 17 First Sunday of Lent 9:00 am: Intention of the Presider 11:00 am: Ellen Sirois
Saturday, February 16 Vigil, First Sunday of Lent
4:00 pm: Tony DiMascio; Anita DiMascio
Thursday, February 14 Thursday after Ash Wednesday Saints Cyril, monk, and Methodius, bishop
12:10 pm: Bishop John M. D'Arcy, Bishop Emeritus of Fort Wayne/South Bend, Former Auxiliary Bishop of Boston
Friday, February 15 Friday after Ash Wednesday
6:30 am: Intention of the Presider
Wednesday, February 13 Ash Wednesday
12:10 noon: Intention of the Presider 6:00 pm: Mary Burda 7:30 pm: Intention of the Presider
Prayers requested for
Vera Sciacca, mother of Lou Bufano
Josephine Jop, mother of Bob Jop
Josephine Monticciolo, mother of Paul Monticciolo
parishioner Cheryl Cooney
Sunday, February 10 Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
9:00 am: People of the Parish 11:00 am: Communal Anointing of the Sick
Saturday, February 9 Vigil, Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
4:00 pm: All Married Couples, Celebration of World Marriage Day
Tuesday, February 12 Weekday Mass
5:30 pm: Bob Bertoncini
“Here I am...send me!”
FEBRUARY 10, 2013
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This Week in Our Parish
Saturday, February 9 4:00 PM Celebration of World Marriage Day, Mass, Church, followed by hospital- ity in the Gathering Space
Sunday, February 10 9:00-11:00 AM Knights of Columbus Parish Family Breakfast, Driscoll Hall 11:00 AM Celebration of World Day of Prayer for the Sick, Mass with Communal Anointing of the Sick, followed by hospitality in the Gathering Space 12:30-3:30 PM Generations of Faith Festival, Driscoll Hall 5:00-8:00 PM Generations of Faith Festival, Driscoll Hall 6:00-7:30 PM Reconciliation Mini-Retreat, Seton Room (see p.3 for details)
Monday, February 11 5:00-8:00 PM Generations of Faith Festival, Driscoll Hall 6:00-7:30 PM Reconciliation Mini-Retreat, Seton Room (see p.3 for details)
Tuesday, February 12 5:30 PM Mass, Church, followed by Mardi Gras Dinner
Wednesday, February 13 Ash Wednesday Masses at 12:10 noon, 6:00 pm, and 7:30 pm
Thursday, February 14 12:10 PM Lenten Weekday Mass, Church 5:30 PM Youth Choir Practice, Church 6:30 PM Scouts, Driscoll Hall 7:00 PM Youth Cantor Practice, Church 7:30 PM Adult Choir Practice, Church
Friday, February 15 6:30 AM Lenten Weekday Mass, Church 5:30-7:30 PM Lenten Fish Bake Dinner, Driscoll Hall (see p.7 for details)
Saturday & Sunday, February 16/17 Gospel Giving: Pasta for Catholic Charities
Sunday, February 17 9:00-11:00 AM Bread & Roses Food Drop Off, Driscoll Hall 3:30-5:00 PM Ballroom Dance, Driscoll Hall
Getting Your Journey Started
Reconciliation Mini Retreat Sunday, February 10 or Monday, February 11
6:00-7:30 pm, Seton Room
Mardi Gras Tuesday, February 12
Mass at 5:30 pm followed by supper
Ash Wednesday Masses at 12:10 noon, 6:00 pm, 7:30 pm
Weekday Masses Tuesdays at 5:30 pm; Wednesdays at 6:00 pm;
Thursdays at 12:10 pm; Fridays at 6:30 am
Fish Dinners Fish Bake: Friday, February 15
Fish Bake: Friday, March 1
Fish Fry: “Fryday,” March 22
And there is much more…
Email Updates: You will receive Lenten updates
via email—if you have never received email from
the parish, check with the office to make sure your
email address is up to date or click on the “Join
Email List” button on the parish homepage.
Online: Check out the “Lent 2013” section of the
parish website, which brings together all of the
events at St. Robert’s as well as a wide range of
additional activities and spiritual resources. From
family activities to apps to prayer & retreats to ser-
vice opportunities, browse for something new to
inspire you or connect with something familiar to
encourage you. Browse the “Year of Faith” sec-
tion of the site as well, for more resources to help
refresh your faith life in this great season of re-
newal.
Onsite: pick up the Little Black Book, CRS Rice
Bowl, and other Lenten materials in the vestibule.
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ST. ROBERT BELLARMINE PARISH
Parish Day of Service
Saturday, March 2
Sign Up Begins This Weekend, February 9/10!
You may recall that we did a parish
wide service day during the year of
our 50th anniversary as a parish.
This year—within the Year of Faith—
we take as our jumping off point the
50th anniversary of Vatican II. We
have also chosen the season of Lent
to join together in charity and ser-
vice.
There are lots of projects to choose
from, both onsite at St. Robert’s and
out in the local community. Most
events take only a couple hours of
your time or less. And there are op-
tions for all ages and abilities. To
conclude the day, we will gather at
the 4:00 pm Mass, followed by sup-
per—even if you cannot make it to
service during the day, please join us
for Mass and hospitality. It’s not
about just one day—it’s about the
ways we serve every day!
Sign up begins this weekend. Check
out the bulletin board in the Gather-
ing Space for information and sign
up. Or grab a handout at church or on
the parish website. Questions? Con-
tact Karen Bailey at kbai-
[email protected] or 978-475-
1049.
Lenten Gospel Giving Begins Next Weekend
The traditional foundation for Lenten practice rests on three sup-ports: PRAYER–FASTING–ALMSGIVING. To assist families in the third of these supports, we again participate in LENTEN GOSPEL GIVING. Each week all members of the parish are asked to bring the item with them to Mass. Each item is chosen to reflect the read-ings of the day and the gifts will be donated to various needy causes. Please read the list below for each week's Scripture and its item. For your convenience, the complete list is printed this Sunday. Moving forward there will be a reminder in the bulletin each week for the week we are in and the one coming up.
PALM SUNDAY—MARCH 23/24
"Threw their cloaks over the colt and helped him mount." (Luke 19:28-40)
“…after clothing him in resplendent garb, they sent him back to Pilate." (Luke 22 & 23)
Clothes—please bring a men’s or women’s SHIRT or SWEATER for Lazarus House.
FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT—FEBRUARY 16/17
“One does not live on bread alone.” (Luke 4:1-13)
Bread is made from grain—
please bring a box of PASTA for Catholic Charities.
SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT—FEBRUARY 23/24
“His face changed in appearance and His clothing became dazzling white.” (Luke 9:28-36)
Dazzling and radiant signify cleanliness— please bring BAR SOAP for the New England
Center for Homeless Veterans.
THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT—MARCH 2/3
“…a land flowing with milk and honey.” (Ex 3:1-8; 13-15)
Milk and Honey—please bring FORMULA, SHELF-STABLE MILK (e.g., Parmalat), or HONEY
for Neighbors in Need.
FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT—MARCH 9/10
“They ate of the produce of the Land in the form of unleavened cakes and parched grain.” (Jo 5:9a, 10-12)
Cereal from the yield of the land—please bring a box of CEREAL for Tewksbury Community Pantry.
FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT—MARCH 16/17
“‘…for I put water in the desert and rivers in the waste-land for my chosen people to drink.” (Isaiah 43:16-21)
Drink—please bring a pack of DRINK BOXES for Bread and Roses.
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This Friday, February 15, Driscoll Hall Dinner will be served continuously from 5:30-7:00 pm
Come when you are able!
The Lenten Fish Dinners are back! Don’t miss the first one!
Chowder–Baked White Fish–Vegetable–Potato
Cole Slaw–Bread–Cheese Pizza also available
Adults $12
12 and under $6
Family Cap $35
Contact the Parish Office at 978-683-8922 or
[email protected] to reserve your place! Presented by our parish council
of the Knights of Columbus
Did You Know… The Knights of Columbus was formed in 1882 due to the efforts of Father Michael J. McGivney, assistant pastor of St. Mary's Church in New Haven, CT, as a way to render financial aid to members and their families.
It’s not just about flipping pancakes! Take some time to get to know the council right here at St. Robert’s. Contact Joe Tornatore at [email protected] or 978-682-2960 or Dennis Vecchi at [email protected], or learn more online at www.saintroberts.net/kofc.htm or www.kofc.org.
BREAKFAST THIS SUNDAY, FEB 10
9:00-11:00 AM, DRISCOLL HALL
Adults $6; 12 and under $4
French toast, pancakes, bacon, sausage, eggs,
beans, juice and coffee
Please note that menu items are subject to change but we always promise you a great breakfast!
Bread & Roses Food Drop Off
is next weekend, Feb 16/17!
What do we need every month? We supply food to feed 150 people a nutritious, hot meal of tacos and salad. That’s a lot of food and every donation—no matter how small—helps! Here’s what we need:
Cooked ground beef (50+ pounds) Tortillas (20 packages of 8-inch (medium) size) Shredded cheese (30 pounds) Salsa (6 large jugs or equivalent) Taco seasoning (25-30 packets) Lettuce (16 heads) Cucumbers (15) Tomatoes (48 medium/large)
It’s easy—just drop off food donations when you come to Mass next weekend, February 16/17. Non-perishables can be left in the bin in the vestibule of the church. Perishable items are collected in the Driscoll Hall kitchen on Sunday morning from 9:00-11:00 am.
Questions? Contact Marian & David Magnan at [email protected] or 978-683-8969, or Lisa Lattari at [email protected] or 978-749-3736. Thank you!!
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FIFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
SCRIPTURE READINGS FOR NEXT WEEK—FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
A reading from the Book of Deuteronomy 26:4-10
Moses spoke to the people, saying: “The priest shall receive the basket from you and shall set it in front of the
altar of the LORD, your God. Then you shall declare before the Lord, your God, ‘My father was a wandering
Aramean who went down to Egypt with a small household and lived there as an alien. But there he became a
nation great, strong, and numerous. When the Egyptians maltreated and oppressed us, imposing hard labor
upon us, we cried to the LORD, the God of our fathers, and he heard our cry and saw our affliction, our toil,
and our oppression. He brought us out of Egypt with his strong hand and outstretched arm, with terrifying
power, with signs and wonders; and bringing us into this country, he gave us this land flowing with milk and
honey. Therefore, I have now brought you the firstfruits of the products of the soil which you, O LORD, have
given me.’ And having set them before the Lord, your God, you shall bow down in his presence.
A reading from the Letter of Saint Paul to the Romans 10:8-13
Brothers and sisters: What does Scripture say? The word is near you, in your mouth and in your heart—that is,
the word of faith that we preach—for, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your
heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For one believes with the heart and so is justified,
and one confesses with the mouth and so is saved. For the Scripture says, No one who believes in him will be
put to shame. For there is no distinction between Jew and Greek; the same Lord is Lord of all, enriching all
who call upon him. For “everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.”
+ A reading from the holy Gospel according to Luke 4:1-13
Filled with the Holy Spirit, Jesus returned from the Jordan and was led by the Spirit into the desert for forty
days, to be tempted by the devil. He ate nothing during those days, and when they were over he was hungry.
The devil said to him, “If you are the Son of God, command this stone to become bread.” Jesus answered him,
“It is written, One does not live on bread alone.” Then he took him up and showed him all the kingdoms of the
world in a single instant. The devil said to him, “I shall give to you all this power and glory; for it has been
handed over to me, and I may give it to whomever I wish. All this will be yours, if you worship me.” Jesus
said to him in reply, “It is written: You shall worship the Lord, your God, and him alone shall you serve.”
Then he led him to Jerusalem, made him stand on the parapet of the temple, and said to him, “If you are the
Son of God, throw yourself down from here, for it is written: He will command his angels concerning you, to
guard you, and: With their hands they will support you, lest you dash your foot against a stone.” Jesus said to
him in reply, “It also says, You shall not put the Lord, your God, to the test.” When the devil had finished
every temptation, he departed from him for a time.
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