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158 Washington Street, Winchester, MA 01890
Phone: 781/729-0055 Fax: 781/721-6542
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.stmary-winchester.org
Rev. Gerald Osterman, Administrator
MASSES
Weekends (Upper Church) Saturday: 4:00pm
Sunday: 8:00am, 10:00am, 11:30am
Weekdays (Lower Church) Monday – 6:45am
Tuesday – 9:00am Wednesday – 6:45am Thursday – 6:45am Friday – 9:00am
Reminder: The Rosary is prayed 30 minutes before weekday Masses
Fridays following 9am Mass: Exposition and Adoration concluding with Chaplet of Divine
Mercy at 3:00pm
Holy Days (Upper Church) Masses at 6:45am, 9:00am and 7:00pm
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Saturdays from 3:00 to 3:45pm
BAPTISM Celebrated on the second Sunday of each month at 2pm. Call the Parish Office at 781/729-0055 to register.
MARRIAGE Arrangements for marriage should be made with the parish priest at least eight months in advance to allow for adequate preparation.
VISITATION TO THE SICK We are most eager to help anyone who cannot celebrate Mass with us in church. If you wish to receive the sacraments of Reconciliation, Eucharist, or Anointing of the Sick, please call the Parish Office.
April 7, 2019
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PARISH STAFF Administrator Rev. Gerald Osterman Parochial Vicar Rev. Augustin Vondou Priest in Residence Rev. Joseph Keville Senior Deacon Anthony DiLorenzo
Finance & Operations Director Michael Fitzmaurice
Director of Music Jane O’Keefe
Business Office Richard Randazzo
Administrative Assistant Anne Campbell
PARISH OFFICE MAILING ADDRESS 158 Washington Street, Winchester, MA 01890
PARISH OFFICE PHONE PARISH OFFICE HOURS 781/729-0055 Monday-Friday—9am-5pm
OFFICE OF MINISTRIES & RELIGIOUS
EDUCATION Phone: 781/729-1965
Email: [email protected] Religious Education Coordinator Colleen DeBruyckere Administrative Assistant Colleen Marek Pastoral Care Coordinator LeiLanie D’Agostino
Nursing Home Outreach: LeiLanie D’Agostino, Mike Heffernan and Mary Toomey
Winchester Hospital Chaplain: Mary Beth Moran Phone: 781/729-9000 ext. 2295
SAINT MARY’S SCHOOL Phone: 781/729-5515 ~ Fax: 781/729-1352 Principal Kellie Kickham Director of Tuition & Admissions Patricia Petrulavage
PARISH COLLABORATIVE PLANNING www.disciplesinmission.com
Transformed in Love
Marriage Preparation Program
Transformed in Love for engaged couples is the
Archdiocesan program for marriage preparation.
For upcoming 2019 dates, locations and
registration information, contact Liz Cotrupi at
[email protected] or visit bostoncatholic.org/
transformedinlove.
Adoration of the Most
Blessed Sacrament
When He returned, He found them asleep. He said to Peter, "Simon, are you asleep? Could you not keep
watch for one hour?" Mark 14:37
Come and spend the most peaceful hour (or part of
an hour) of your week with Jesus. Each Friday
after the 9 AM Mass, the Blessed Sacrament is
exposed upon the altar in the Lower Church. The
recitation of the Chaplet of Divine Mercy will take
place at 3:00pm, followed by reposition. Please
join us. We are committed to having at least two
persons present at all times of Adoration. There is
a sign-in book in the Gathering Room near the
entrance to the Mary Chapel. If you can commit
just one hour or more, please contact Ursula
Koslowski at 781/729-6170 or email: [email protected].
Council of Social Concern Items for the month of April:
Boxed cereal
Boxed pasta
Canned pasta sauce
Donations may be left in the bin
at the Winchester Stop & Shop
Scripture for the week of April 7, 2019
7 SUN Is 43:16-21/Phil 3:8-14/Jn 8:1-11
8 Mon Dn 13:1-9, 15-17, 19-30, 33-62 or 13:41c-62/Jn
8:12-20
9 Tue Nm 21:4-9/Jn 8:21-30
10 Wed Dn 3:14-20, 91-92, 95/Jn 8:31-42
11 Thu Gn 17:3-9/Jn 8:51-59
12 Fri Jer 20:10-13/Jn 10:31-42
13 Sat Ez 37:21-28/Jn 11:45-56
14 SUN Lk 19:28-40/Is 50:4-7/Phil 2:6-11/Lk 22:14—23:56
or 23:1-49
The Sacrament of Reconciliation will be available
on Wednesday evenings during Lent from 6:00pm-
7:00pm in the lower church.
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St. Mary Parish 2nd Sunday of Lent March 17, 2019
5th Sunday of Lent
In our first reading from Isaiah the Lord tells us, “see, I am doing something new! Now it springs forth, do you not perceive it?” As disciples of Christ, speaking about our faith and the importance of prayer and sacraments is a new experience. While it can be difficult and takes practice, it is worth the effort. Saint Paul’s goal and the goal he encourages the Philippians to adopt should be our goal as well: “I continue my pursuit toward the goal, the prize of God’s upward calling, in Christ Jesus”. How willing are you to pursue to goal of living a life rooted in Christ Jesus?
COLLECTION SCHEDULE
April 13/14 Parish Monthly Collection
Good Friday Holy Land Shrines
April 20/21 Clergy Health and
Retirement Trust
St. Mary Parish 5th Sunday of Lent April 7, 2019
Knights of Columbus
Saint John Vianney Council 16243
The Knights of Columbus are again asking for your
support for the Food for Families 40 Cans for Lent
program. During the Lenten season, we are asking for
contributions of one can of food per day during the 40
days of Lent. Please leave your donations at the back of
the Church, and members of the Saint John Vianney
Council will pick them up. All food collected will
benefit local families in need. Suggested items: Canned
fruits and vegetables, baked beans, canned meats, cereal,
peanut butter, jelly, jello, pasta, rice, powdered or shelf-
stable milk, soups, etc. Foods donated must not be
beyond the stamped expiration dates.
Easter Choir
If you’ve considered joining the 10am choir but were afraid
of the time commitment, you are welcome to add your voice
for the Liturgies of the Sacred Triduum. The rehearsals will
take place on consecutive Sunday evenings and one
Wednesday evening on the following dates: April 7, April
14 and April 17. The Liturgies of Holy Week are nothing
new to us. Take the opportunity to experience these ancient
rituals from a fresh perspective by singing about Christ’s
triumphant procession into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday, the
Lord’s Supper on Holy Thursday, the Crucifixion on Good
Friday that is overcome by the light of Christ and His victory
over death at the Easter Vigil. The choir is a 30 member
SATB group whose members range in age from teens through
80-something. You do not need to be able to sight-read to
become a member. All are welcome to join this wonderful
group of singers. For more information contact Jane O’Keefe
FESTIVAL EASTER
CHILDREN’S CHOIR
It is time to begin rehearsals
for the Festival Easter
Children’s Choir. Children ages 8-13 are invited to join.
Rehearsals will be held on consecutive Sundays and one
Wednesday evening from 6:00-6:55pm in the Church on
the following dates: April 7, April 14 and April 17.
The children will sing at the 10am Mass on Easter
Sunday, April 21. We hope many young people will
join the choir to triumphantly proclaim Christ’s glorious
resurrection through song. For more information contact
Jane O’Keefe at [email protected] or
leave a message at the Parish Office.
Listening Sessions with Fr. Jerry
Fr. Jerry Osterman cordially invites you to join your fellow
parishioners, neighbors and friends to a series of informal
“listening sessions” to present your thoughts, concerns or
pastoral needs at St. Mary Parish. These sessions will be
hosted in the homes of our long-time parishioners Frances
Shawcross and Chris and Lori Barrett. We will also hold a
session here at the St. Mary Parish Center.
The schedule is as follows:
Sunday, April 7 at 7pm at the Barrett Residence in
Woburn
Tuesday, April 16 at 7pm at the Shawcross Residence in
Woburn
If you are interested in attending, please contact the Parish
Office at 781/729-0055 to reserve a space. Please indicate
the number of people you will be bringing and which date
you will be attending.
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St. Mary Parish 2nd Sunday of Lent March 17, 2019 St. Mary Parish 5th Sunday of Lent April 7, 2019
2019 Catholic Appeal
Thank you for your generous support of the 2019 Catholic
Appeal. Thanks to your generosity, we can continue to
advance programs for evangelization and pastoral outreach of
our parish communities and schools, and in the lives of those
who turn to us for assistance. For those of you still interested
in making a pledge to this life-changing work, please find a
donation form available in the pews of the church, or visit the
website at bostoncatholicappeal.org to view the latest video
about the Appeal. Thank you!
An Evening of Appreciation
to Salute the Dedicated Volunteers
of St. Mary Parish
Saturday, May 4
4pm—Mass of Celebration
Followed by:
5pm—Cocktails
5:45pm—Dinner
in the Parish Hall
If you have given your time, energy or
talent to any of the many
ministries at St. Mary Parish during the
last year, please join us in the Parish
Hall on May 4 (age 21+ only).
If you know of anyone who has
volunteered but may not have internet
access, please extend this invitation to
them as well. Spouses and significant
others are also invited to join us.
Please RSVP to the Parish Office at
781/729-0055 or email Anne at:
by Monday, April 22.
Special Easter Collection
Our priests in good standing, especially our senior
priests, have always answered our calls. Like us, they
are troubled by the current events taking place in the
Church, yet they are still there for us. For decades our
senior priests have baptized our children, celebrated our
marriages and blessed our loved ones as they were
called home to God. They have always been available
for us. Help us care for the health and well-being of our
senior priests in good standing by graciously supporting
them in our upcoming annual Easter collection. Thank
you in advance for your prayers and support.
Bereavement Support Group St. Eulalia
50 Ridge Street, Winchester
St. Eulalia has a bereavement program that runs for six
consecutive Tuesday evenings from 6:00-7:30pm. The
next session will take place from April 30—June 4.
Classes are limited to 10 participants, so please pre-
register by Tuesday, April 16. For more information
please call Barbara Mahoney, Pastoral Care Associate at
781/729-8220.
Retreat for Mothers of Children
with Special Needs Mount Carmel Villa, Nahant
April 27
The Women’s Table of the Sisters of St. Joseph of
Boston is hosting a day-long retreat for mothers of
children with special needs and caregivers on Saturday,
April 27, at Mount Carmel Villa in Nahant. Registrants
are welcome to stay overnight on Friday, April 26, if
desired. The program on Saturday will run from 9am to
3:30pm and will include light refreshments in the
morning and lunch. Cost per person is $20 and
overnight is $30. To register please contact Linda
Boothroyd at 617/746-1603 or Mary Rita Weschler at
email [email protected] or 617/746-
2056.
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St. Mary Parish 2nd Sunday of Lent March 17, 2019
S t . M a r y Y o u t h G r o u p N e w s
Mon., April 15: Cor Unum Meal Center (3:00pm-
7:30pm) Lawrence, MA
CCD Class Schedule
Week of
April 7 *
St. Mary School of Winchester is now registering
students in full-day Pre-Kindergarten (age 3) through Grade
5 for the 2019/2020 school year. We welcome students from
many cultures and religions offering an enriching educational
experience that builds the foundation for responsible,
compassionate citizens. Our curriculum focuses on the
S.T.R.E.A.M. model for education: Science, Technology,
Reading, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics.
One of the things that makes our school unique is our
foreign language program. At St. Mary School our students
learn Italian and Mandarin. These exciting programs are
offered to all students in our Pre-K through Grade 5 and will
prepare students for a growing and ever changing world
economy as well as benefit their cognitive development.
At St. Mary Parish we believe the premise that every
child has the right to a Catholic education. We do not turn
away any family based on financial need. Our students
benefit from this safe space to learn and explore their faith.
We invite you to learn more about the offerings of our
great school. Please contact us as 781/729-5515 or visit
www.stmaryswinchester.org to consider enrollment.
The St. Mary After School Program is OPEN to
parishioners Monday-Friday from 2:30pm-6:00pm. For more
information or to register, please email us at:
Upcoming Events:
Walk-A-Thon—Saturday, April 27 at St. Mary School
Grade Date Time
Sun. Gr. 1-5 April 7 9:00-10:00am
Sun. Gr. 9 April 7 12:30-1:45pmm
Mon. Gr. 1-5 April 8 4:00-5:00pm
Mon. Gr. 6-8 April 8 NO CLASS
Tue. Gr. 1-5 April 9 4:00-5:00pm
Special Needs April 9 NO CLASS
Wed. Gr. 6-8 April 10 NO CLASS
Thurs. Gr. 10 April 11 NO CLASS
St. Mary Parish 5th Sunday of Lent April 7, 2019
* These are the last scheduled classes of the school year.
Project Rachel Healing Retreats
The Project Rachel ministry of the Archdiocese of
Boston extends a special invitation to women suffering
from the pain of a past abortion to attend a Come to the
Waters of Healing one-day retreat. Winter/spring date:
April 27. Locations are confidential. Limited to ten
participants per retreat. For more information contact
Project Rachel at 518/651-3100 or
Discipleship Week 2019
Calling all high school students—come and be
transformed into a leader! Join other teens from all
around New England to dig deep in your Catholic faith,
learn more about the Gospel, prayer, leadership and how
to live as a disciple of Christ. The week will take place
on the beautiful campus of Assumption College on
Wednesday, June 26 through Sunday, June 30. For
more information, please visit disciplesinmission.com/
discipleshipweek.
The Relic Pilgrimage of
St. John Vianney’s Heart
The Shrine of Ars, France, has entrusted to the Knights
of Columbus the major relic of St. John Vianney’s
incorrupt heart for a national tour in the U.S. from
November 2018 through early June 2019. St. John
Vianney’s heart will visit Boston in April and at various
times in May. For dates, times and locations visit bit.ly/
Vianney19.
Forming Disciples in Mission Workshops
Forming Disciples in Mission, a workshop in
evangelization, is offering workshops this spring. Visit
disciplesinmission.com/formingdisciples to register.
Also a workshop on leadership, Forming Leaders for
Mission, helps you discern your gifts for leadership in
your parish, family and community. To register visit
disciplesinmission.com/formingleaders.
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Today’s Reflection
If our God were a vengeful God, who could survive? We
are sinful creatures, struggling to do good in God’s eyes,
but often coming up short. Even now, during this
penitential season, we need to seek God’s mercy.
Fortunately, our God is a merciful God, always ready to
forgive us. As we celebrate with each other today, let us
thank God for this overflowing mercy and consider those
whom we ourselves need to forgive.
Antoinette Gilberti
Mikayla Brogna
Maureen Simonelli
John C. Galluzzo, Jr.
Elizabeth Lynch
Rita Curtin Raffi
Saturday, April 6 Lenten Weekday 4:00pm Anniversary Daniel J. and Patricia A. Harrington
Sun., April 7 5th Sunday of Lent 8:00am Anniversary Francis, Carmine, George, Agnes, Grace and Adeline Ambessi 10:00am Memorial Sr. Patricia Burke 11:30am Anniversary Helen Panosian
Monday, April 8 Lenten Weekday 6:45am For Success of the 40 Days of Life Campaign
Tues., April 9 Lenten Weekday 9:00am Anniversary Kay Sullivan
Wed., April 10 Lenten Weekday 6:45am Sick and Homebound Parishioners
Thursday, April 11 St. Stanislaus 6:45am Intentions in the Prayer Book
Friday, April 12 Lenten Weekday 9:00am Memorial Robert Devaney, Jr. and Mary and Robert Devaney, Sr.
Saturday, April 13 St. Martin I 4:00pm Memorial Claude Stanziani ,
Sun., April 14 Palm Sunday 8:00am Memorial Marie Butera 10:00am Anniversary James A. and Patrick J. Toomey 11:30am Parish Mass
CALENDAR NOTES
Sunday, April 7 Join us in the Gathering Room for Coffee and Conversation after the
8am and 10am Masses
Tuesday, April 9 9:30am Coffee Connection Gathering Room
Wednesday, April 10 6:00pm The Light is on for You Lower Church
Thursday, April 11 6:30pm Easter Experience Parish Center
Friday, April 12 9:30am Exposition and Adoration Mary Chapel of the Blessed Sacrament 2:30pm Stations of the Cross Mary Chapel 3:00pm Chaplet of Divine Mercy Mary Chapel
Pray for Peace and Safety If you have a family member serving in the military, please let us know. We will publish their names in the bulletin to remind everyone to ask God’s blessing on them so that they may return safely to their families.
Gen. Mark A. Milley 1st Lt. Robert Gill
2nd Lt. Ian O’Leary Sgt. Madelaine Hinson
Navy Seabee Peter Ferro Sara Matthewson
Sgt. Spec. James Powers PFC Nick Garber
PFC Thomas Donahue Sgt. Alex Hinson
Cpl. Michael Wilkinson Michael DeLuca
Lccpl. Eamon Garber Lt. Mark Rippetoe
Cpl. Andrew Powell Captain Kevin Burke
Col. Eric Halliday Master Sgt. Jaime Beltran, USMC
Lt. Andrew Norris Maj. Nicholas Caputo
Cpl. Timothy Bell Lance Cpl. Joshua Morgan
Cpl. Christopher Arrigo Seaman Brendan Crowther
Col. Christopher Hamilton Lt. Peter Brennan
Sgt. Matthew Menezes Pvt. Maria Longo
Lt. J.G. Ted Murner 1st Lt. Kay Murner
Ryan Lamarre, USN Justin King, US Army
SN Jordan Young, USN William Gromlich, USN
CPO Matthew Williams, USN Cpt. Dane Lannon USAF
Eric Brogna, USMC Staff Sgt. Robert Magee, USMC
SPC Matthew Schipelliti 2nd Lt. Christopher White, USMC
Cameron Alexander Cody Hamblin
2nd Lt. Thomas Grady PFC Matthew David Carr
Lt. Kevin Plumer, USN Lt. James Spry, Jr.
1st Lt. Olivia Nardone PFC Anthony C. Vozzella, US Army
Sp. 4 Joseph D. Amante, USA Derek Stevens, USA
2nd Lt. Anthony Carter, USMC Sgt. Andrew Cranfill, USAF
St. Mary Parish 5th Sunday of Lent April 7, 2019
