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Mailing address: 271 Main Street, Saco, ME 04072 • Tel: 207-282-3321
E-mail: [email protected] • www.goodshepherdparish.us Office Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM, Fridays until 12:00 noon
Good Shepherd Parish Biddeford, Lyman, Old Orchard Beach, Saco
(Church physical addresses listed inside)
October 7, 2018
Message from Monsignor René Mathieu: (1) Pope Francis has invited all the faithful to pray the rosary each day of the Marian month of October during this time of spiritual turbulence. He also asks the following two prayers be added, addressed to the Blessed Virgin Mary and to St. Michael the Archangel after the recitation of the rosary, both prayers asking the Lord to protect the Church from Evil: “We fly to Thy protection, O Holy Mother of God. Do not despise our petitions in our necessities, but deliver us from all
dangers, O Glorious and Blessed Virgin.” And, “St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle, be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil; may God rebuke him, we humbly pray; and do thou, O Prince of the heavenly host, by the power of God, cast into hell Satan and all evil spirits who prowl through the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen.” (2) Someone is dishonestly using my name online to solicit money from people. Please ignore these illegal and false notices. (3) Printed in this bulletin are summary level Fiscal Year 2018 Financial Statements and Fiscal Year 2019 Budgets for Good Shepherd Parish and St. James School. I am happy to report both the parish and the school had operating surpluses for the fiscal year. Parishioners can find more detailed statements on the parish website. If you have any questions, contact David Gadbois (282-3321) or Nancy Naimey (282-4084). (4) Father Dominic will be on retreat this week. (5) All men ages 16 and older are invited to attend the 7th annual Maine Catholic Men’s Conference on Saturday, October 13, at the Cathedral, 8:30 am to 4 pm, concluding with a Mass celebrated by Bishop Robert P. Deeley. The cost is $50 for those age 23 or older and $30 for ages 16-22, lunch included. To register online, visit www.portlanddiocese.org/mensconference. Registration will be available on the day of the conference starting at 8:30 am. To view a flyer about the conference, visit www.portlanddiocese.org/sites/default/files/files/MCFLYER.pdf. (6) Next Sunday, October 14, a communal celebration of the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick (without Mass) will be celebrated at Most Holy Trinity Church beginning at 2 pm. Who should be anointed? “Anyone whose health is seriously impaired, before surgery whenever a serious illness is the reason for the surgery, elderly people who have become notably weakened even though no serious illness is present, and sick children who have sufficient use of reason (that is, the age of First Communion). The sacrament may be repeated if the sick person recovers after being anointed and then again falls ill, or if during the same illness the person’s condition becomes more serious.” Observations from the Rite of Anointing: “Christians feel and experience pain as do all other people; yet their faith helps them to grasp more deeply the mystery of suffering and to bear their pain with greater courage. From Christ’s words, they know that sickness has meaning and value for their own salvation and for the salvation of the world. They also know that Christ, who during his life often visited and healed the sick, loves them in their illness… Doctors and all who are devoted in any way to caring for the sick should consider it their duty to use all the means which in their judgment may help the sick, both physically and spiritually. In so doing, they are fulfilling the command of Christ to visit the sick, for Christ implied that those who visit the sick should be concerned for the whole person and offer both physical relief and spiritual comfort… Those who are seriously ill need the special help of God’s grace in this time of anxiety, lest they be broken in spirit and, under the pressure of temptation, perhaps weakened in their faith. I urge parishioners who are not themselves in need of this sacrament to join us for this celebration in order to provide prayerful support of fellow parishioners in need of healing and comfort. (7) Thank You of the Week: Fr. Ron Labarre is celebrating his final Mass of the season at St. Brendan this Saturday evening, October 6, before returning to a warmer climate for the winter. I am grateful for his summertime ministry among us, and I know he is very much appreciated by parishioners. We hope to see him again at Christmas time. Thank you!
JOKES PRIESTS CAN TELL, Vol. 8 - Msgr. Tonne: Smart Son: “Dad, I just siphoned a couple of gallons of gas out of your car for my old bus. It’s okay, isn’t it?” Smarter Father: “Sure, it’s okay, son. I bought the gas with your allowance for next week. So run along and have a good time.” –Sunshine Magazine
Good Shepherd Parish Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time October 7, 2018
Most Holy Trinity Church St. Joseph Church & Ste. Anne Chapel St. Margaret Church St. Philip Church 271 Main St 178 Elm St (Rte 1) 6 Saco Ave 404 Goodwins Mills Rd Saco, Maine 04072 Biddeford, Maine 04005 Old Orchard Beach, Maine 04064 Lyman, Maine 04002
St. Brendan Chapel (closed for the season after Oct. 6) 40 Lester B. Orcutt Blvd, Biddeford Pool, Maine 04006
Rev. Msgr. René T. Mathieu, Pastor Rev. Brad Morin, Parochial Vicar Rev. Dominic Tumusiime, AJ, Parochial Vicar Deacon Robert Parenteau Deacon Kevin Jacques Deacon Rick Huot
The Presence Radio Network is 106.7 FM in Greater Portland,
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on phones w/ unlimited minutes.
Cemeteries of Good Shepherd Parish: St. Joseph / St. Mary
Office hours are typically Mon-Fri, 8 am - 4 pm. Note: Drop ins are welcome; however, it is
best to make an appointment because the manager is back and forth to the Cemeteries, and may not
be in the office at the time of your arrival. Contact Jack Wholey: 282-0747 (or 430-4832) /
[email protected]. Thank you for your understanding.
Apostolate of Prayer for Priests - Oct. ‘18
7. Bishop Paul Baltakis OFM 8. Rev. John O’Hara, Rev. N. Stephen Savarayia HGN 9. Rev. Lionel Chouinard, Rev. Armand Neault 10. Rev. Kyle Doustou, Rev. Joseph Daniels 11. Rev. Sylvio Levesque, Rev. Ramundas Bukauskas OFM 12. Rev. Donald McAllister, Rev. Alfred Jacques 13. Rev. Thomas Lee, Msgr. Andrew Dubois
Let us also pray for our Deacons & Seminarians.
Vocations: “Let the little children come to me; do not stop them.” Are you being called to bring
others to Christ and His Kingdom as a priest, sister or brother?
Contact Fr. Seamus Griesbach: 207-773-6471; email: [email protected];
Website: www.portlanddiocese/vocations; Facebook: VocationsME.
Intercessions: That men and women will receive their unique vocations in Christ at the hands of our
Heavenly Father, confident of His wisdom and providence in their response as His children,
we pray to the Lord.
RESPECT LIFE SUNDAY
“Those who want to work for moral reform in the world must seek the
glory of God before all else.” - St. John Leonardi (1541-1609),
Patron of Pharmacists, Feast Day: Oct. 9.
Confessions on Saturdays (or by appointment): 3:00 pm at Most Holy Trinity, St. Joseph and St. Margaret ; 3:30 pm at St. Philip
Fiat: a Women’s Discernment Group: for high school students, college students & beyond who want to know more about Religious Sisters and
may be questioning this vocation for themselves. All meetings are on the 2nd & 4th Friday of
each month, 6:00–8:00 pm at St. Joseph Convent, 409 Pool St., Biddeford.
Come join us Fridays, Oct. 12 & Oct. 26. FMI: [email protected]
or on Instagram: @fiatmaine.
Raymond Demers (born 1935) * Albert N. Fortier (born 1936) Therese Delage (born 1927) * Mary A. Wholey (born 1927)
May their souls and the souls of all the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace.
Saturday, October 6 4:00 pm St. Joseph: (Fr. Brad Morin) R. Richard Roy / For a favor from Fr. Zenon 4:00 pm Most Holy Trinity: (Fr. Dominic Tumusiime) Fernand Marcotte (12th Ann.) / Elaine Gallant 4:00 pm St. Margaret: (Msgr. René Mathieu) Garon Murphy / Madlyn McPherson 4:30 pm St. Philip: (Fr. Bob Pecoraro) Richard Lacourse / Ruth Lamontagne Pruitt 5:30 pm St. Brendan: (Fr. Ron Labarre) Paul Chenard Family / Thomas Behen (1st Ann.) Sunday, October 7, Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:00 am St. Joseph: (Fr. Ron Labarre) Concisa, Wilfredo, and Nono Garcia / Joseph Faucher 8:30 am St. Margaret: (Msgr. René Mathieu) Paul Rivard / Kathryn Bouchard 8:30 am Most Holy Trinity: (Fr. Dominic Tumusiime) Avis & Charles Godbout / Marjorie Robbins 9:00 am St. Philip: (Fr. Brad Morin) St. Jude for a special favor / Martin J. Hudak 10:30 am Most Holy Trinity: (Fr. Dominic Tumusiime) Frances Callahan / Bernadette Valliere 10:30 am St. Margaret: (Msgr. René Mathieu) Dec members of KoC Assembly Rev. J.J. Mullen / For All People in Good Shepherd Parish 11:00 am St. Joseph: (Fr. Brad Morin) Phillip and Gerard Guay / Jordan C. Smith
Monday, October 8 9:00 am Most Holy Trinity: Hazen & Bette Hoyt / Ozea & Lydia Houde Tuesday, October 9 8:30 am St. James School: Germaine Auger (12th Ann.) Wednesday, October 10 9:00 am St. Philip: St. Jude for favor received / Madeleine Goulet Thursday, October 11 8:00 am St. Margaret: Donald Bourassa / Maurice Clark Friday, October 12 7:00 am Ste Anne Chapel: Mass of Thanksgiving / Simone Nadeau (1st Ann.) Saturday, October 13 4:00 pm St. Joseph: (Fr. Brad Morin) Louise Bernier Cote / Laurianne Caron 4:00 pm Most Holy Trinity: (Fr. Dominic Tumusiime) Roger & Carmen Cote / Dec members of the Gallant Family 4:00 pm St. Margaret: (Msgr. René Mathieu) Roger Pouliot 4:30 pm St. Philip: (Fr. Joseph Manship) Shawn Morin / Richard Gilman, Jr. Sunday, October 14, Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:00 am St. Joseph: (Fr. Bob Pecoraro) Todd Roberge / Emilienne Guay (15th Ann.) 8:30 am St. Margaret: (Msgr. René Mathieu) Vivien & James Sullivan / Simonne Lapointe (1st Ann.) 8:30 am Most Holy Trinity: (Fr. Dominic Tumusiime) Norman Mondor (15th Ann.) / Louis & Cecile Sirois 9:00 am St. Philip: (Fr. Brad Morin) Roger Millette (3rd Ann.) / George Dumais 10:30 am Most Holy Trinity: (Fr. Dominic Tumusiime) Lucien Janelle (18th Ann.) / Annette Addorio 10:30 am St. Margaret: (Msgr. René Mathieu) Jim Daisey / For All People in Good Shepherd Parish 11:00 am St. Joseph: (Fr. Brad Morin) Dr. André P. Fortier (10th Ann.) / Kenneth and Ronald Powell 5:30 pm Most Holy Trinity: (Fr. Morin) In Thanksgiving to the Sacred Heart
PARISH LITURGIES
Good Shepherd Parish Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time October 7, 2018
The Sanctuary Lamp at Most Holy Trinity Church is burning this week for a:
Favor obtained from St. Joseph
Donations to food pantries at all our churches: This week: Rice / Mac & Cheese
NOTES: The Saint James School 8:30 am Wed. Mass is moved to TUESDAY again this week. Also there is only
1 daily Mass due to priests being away. The last Mass of the season at St. Brendan Chapel is this Sat., Oct. 6th, at 5:30 pm.
Please pray for the following couple scheduled to marry soon: Matthew Smola & Mary Risigo
BAPTISM PREPARATION Are you presently expecting a child or seeking
Baptism for your infant? In two engaging sessions
REBORN explores the true relevance of
Baptism for both parents and godparents.
Sessions take place bi-monthly
For more information or to begin the process please contact: Donna Caron 282-4812 x113 / [email protected]
Visit www.goodshepherdparish.us Sacraments/Baptism Baptisms are scheduled after the preparation process
is completed by the parents.
~ Congratulations & God's blessings on your Anniversary ~
Jimmy & Denise Morin recently celebrated 25 years on Oct. 2 Mike & Claire Grant are celebrating 50 years on Oct. 12
Armand & Gloria Trottier are celebrating 45 years on Oct. 13
Upcoming sessions:
6-8 PM MHT
Nov. 13 & 20 Jan. 8 & 15
A Protecting GOD’S CHILDREN CLASS: will be offered @ Most Holy Trinity Church Hall
on Tues., Oct. 16, 6-9 pm. Please RSVP to Rene: 229-4403;[email protected].
We try to list the name of the priest who will cele-brate every scheduled weekend Mass. However, this schedule may be changed without notice.
JOIN US FOR ROSARY RALLIES, Oct. 7 & Oct. 13 1) Sun., Oct. 7: at 2:00 pm in front of St. Joseph Church
steps (or in Ste Anne Chapel if it rains). This is a National Response in reparation for the scandal of sin
in the church by some priests. Sponsored by Friends of Fr. Zenon and the Culture of Life Committee under KofC #12941.
2) Sat., Oct. 13: at 1:00 pm in front of Most Holy Trinity Church (or inside MHT Church if it rains).
Sponsored by representatives from America Needs Fatima. The dates for these public Rosaries are aligned with the feast of
Our Lady of the Rosary and Respect for Life Sunday. Please join us and bring a friend!
†BEHOLD† Eucharistic Adoration Holy Hour BEHOLD-JOIN US! Fri., Oct. 19 at Most Holy Trinity Church 7-8 pm. Come & experience a powerful hour of Praise & Worship as we honor our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament.
Need someone for recordings of Sunday Masses. Our present staff is growing in age, making it difficult to maintain an alternat-
ing schedule. The Friends of Father Zenon Decary are looking for a younger individual who would like to learn this very important Corporal Act of Mercy. Equipment is supplied. For more infor-
mation, please call Pat at 207-283-3205. God bless you, plentifully.
SAINT JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL
25 Graham Street Phone 207-282-4084 Biddeford, ME 04005 FAX 207-286-3693 E-mail [email protected] Website www.sjsbiddeford.org
St. James School is Service, Academics, Faith & Excellence
St. James is a Catholic, parochial school committed to fostering spiritual, intellectual, social, emotional & physical growth in a S.A.F.E. and collaborative environment while empowering students to be cre-ative, to think critically, to act responsibly, and to serve with integrity.
Good Shepherd Parish Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time October 7, 2018
Yankee Candle Fundraiser Saint James School is having a Yankee Candle fundraiser
this fall. There is an online ordering section on yankeecandlefundraising.com where you can place an order for candles and gift items. Use code 990080689
when you order and Saint James School will get a portion of the profits. There are some great Christmas items and this
fundraiser will be ongoing through the month of December!
~ Blessing of the Animals ~ Saint James School
Thurs., Oct. 4th at 7:50 am
Parishioners can bring an animal (big or small), a photograph or a drawing to be blessed on
this feast day of Saint Francis. Because students can't always escort their pets, you will see various photographs and pictures of
animals, but parents and parishioners are certainly welcome to accompany an animal into the school yard
on Thurs., Oct. 4 at 7:50 am (weather permitting). See you then!
As we prepare for the future, we build upon the faith and sacrifice of our ancestors creating hope for the future.
Now there is a special opportunity for all parishioners to strengthen our parish and to ensure that our legacy of faith will continue in perpetuity.
St. James School Endowment Fund with the Catholic Foundation of Maine
For more information on how you can build this important fund for our parish, contact Elizabeth Badger, Executive Director, the Catholic Foundation of Maine, 207-321-7820 or [email protected].
Saint James School is proud to have begun its twenty sixth year as a merged Catholic school in Biddeford. Its history dates back to the turn of the century when there were many Catholic schools in the area. Saint James School is the last remaining Catholic school and embraces its long storied history of all the Catholic school graduates in the area. Enrollment at Saint James is steady and we welcome twelve new fami-lies to Saint James this year. The staff is dedicated with the motto to put students first by teaching the whole child, differentiating instruction and
treating each student as if they were their own child. The mission of the school is SAFE and it stands for
Service * Academics * Faith * Excellence. Saint James School has a rolling admission policy. Come and see Saint
James School and give your child this gift. Call 282-4084 for a tour.
Saint James has two endowment funds. One is a savings account for the school and the other is for
scholarships. If you want to donate to either one, please contact The Catholic Foundation of Maine at (207) 321-7894 to either make a
donation or to remember us in your estate planning. Let us be sure that we always have a Catholic school in the area
by supporting this outreach of Good Shepherd Parish. Thank you.
Do you order a lot through Amazon? If you do, you can help Saint James School by logging into amazon smiles first and selecting
Saint James School in Biddeford. (There are a lot of Saint James Schools so pick the Biddeford school). Then .5% of your eligible purchases will be given to Saint James School.
It doesn't seem like much, but with holiday shopping around the corner, the cumulative effect of this will be a boost to the school!
It does not cost you anything. Spread the word! Thank you!! https://smile.amazon.com/ch/01-0473551
Saint James School will host its Trot for Catholic Education 5K and Kids Fun Run at the school
on Saturday, November 3.
Funds raised from this annual event help to keep tuition costs at Saint James School affordable for families wishing to send their children to Catholic school.
The 5K Run/Walk will begin at 9:00 am and the Fun Run for children ages 10 & under will follow at 10:00 am. Children’s activities will also be offered on site until 11:00 am. The event will provide awards
for the top finishers in various age categories and recognition of alumni from area Catholic schools. In addition, children participating in the Fun Run will receive a commemorative ribbon.
Pre-registration for the event is encouraged, but not required. To register online for the race/walk, visit: https://runsignup.com/Race/ME/Biddeford/TrotForCatholicEducation.
Onsite registration will begin at 7:30 am for those unable to sign up in advance. The first 100 registrants will receive a free race t-shirt designed by one of our very own Saint James School students.
Race day packets will be available for pick-up at the Saint James School PFTA Spaghetti Supper being held at St. Joseph Church on Friday, November 2, from 4:30 to 6:30 pm, as well as onsite on race day, after 7:30 am.
The PFTA is actively looking for businesses or individuals to sponsor the event.
If you or anyone you know would like to help, please email [email protected]. Any sponsorship amount is appreciated and will be recognized.
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YOUNG FAMILIES MINISTRY
Young Families Fellowship Calendar Oct. 11 – Family Night: Head & Heart Chapter 3 Oct. 13 – Maine Catholic Men’s Conference (Portland) Oct. 18 – NO SESSION (consider attending Theology on Tap) Oct. 20 – Family Outing: Pumpkin Valley Farm (Dayton) Oct. 25 – Family Night: Head & Heart Chapter 4
Thursdays: Family Night
Family Night is held on Thursdays from 6:00-8:00 pm at Most Holy Trinity Church in Saco and is open to engaged couples, young married couples, and families with young children. The night includes prayer,
focused discussion, and time to connect with your children. Our discussion resource this fall is the book, “Head and Heart:
Becoming Spiritual Leaders for Your Family,” by Katie Warner. If you are engaged, newly married, or have young children, we invite you to join our Young Families Fellowship as we seek to strengthen
our families in Christ! The next dates upcoming are: Oct. 11 – Head & Heart Ch. 3 * Oct. 18 – No Session due to T.O.T. FMI including the complete schedule, contact Josh at his info below.
Oct. 20 (Sat): Family Outing: Pumpkin Valley Farm in Dayton has a corn maze, a corn cob cannon, a bouncing pillow
(kind of like a trampoline), swings and slides, farm animals, pumpkin picking, and a variety of other activities for the whole family to enjoy.
It’s a great fall outing! We’ll plan to meet there at 11 am. Bring a picnic lunch or cash for concessions. Admission is $10/person
(2 and under free). The address is 100 Union Falls Rd, Dayton, ME.
Oct. 31 (Wed): Holyween All Saints Celebration Our parish Holyween celebration for children will be a exciting even-ing of games, prayer, and Eucharistic Adoration celebrating the saints! This event is geared for children ages 10 & under (with their parents) and will run 5:30 to 7:30 pm in the Most Holy Trinity Church Hall.
Pizza & goodies will be provided. Space is limited and pre-planning is necessary, so please register by October 10 (Wed) by contacting Josh at [email protected] or 282-4812. Those wishing to support the event are welcome to donate cash or candy in advance.
Come join us as we seek to inspire our children to be saints!
FMI contact Josh Houde, [email protected]/282-4812 x116.
FAITH FORMATION
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Our Family Catechesis program is up and running and we are elated to welcome all who have joined us.
If you are just ‘catching your stride’ and want to sign up, it’s NOT too late –
give us a call and we will be happy to include you in our program.
(9)30/1 - CLASS 7/8 – AT HOME
14/15 – CLASS – Circle of Grace 21/22 – AT HOME
28/29 – CLASS – Circle of Grace
FMI: [email protected] / 282-4812 x115
SPEND TIME WITH SCRIPTURE
“Though many, we are one bread, one body, for we all partake of the
one Bread and one Chalice.” ~1Cor. 10:17
The readings this weekend celebrate oneness: our oneness as spouses and God’s oneness with us. The driving force is love – love so powerful that it
transforms us. How can you help your child to notice and celebrate the power of
love?
NOTE: HIGH SCHOOL AND MIDDLE SCHOOL SESSIONS ARE CANCELLED THIS WEEK
DUE TO COLUMBUS DAY HOLIDAY.
Middle School (EDGE) Youth Ministry occurs most Tuesdays, 6:30-8:00 pm
High School (LifeTeen) Youth Ministry occurs most Sundays, 5:30-7:00 pm.
All are welcome!! Registration still open! SIGN UP ONLINE @ www.goodshepherdparish.us
under the Faith Formation tab and click on Youth Ministry.
All are welcome & invited to the Mass for Youth & Families which will take place on the 2nd Sundays of the Month,
beginning October 14 at 5:30 pm @ Most Holy Trinity Church.
This Mass will be followed by a joint EDGE and LifeTeen Activity, and therefore EDGE Gatherings will not be held the Tuesday
following this Sunday Night Mass & Activity.
Catholic Campus Ministry at the University of New England, Biddeford
Catholic Underground—Mondays in the St. Francis Room from 7 to 8 pm
Alumni Mass — Saturday, Oct. 13 in the St. Francis Room at 5:00 pm
Stay Tuned for information about SEEK in Indianapolis & Spring Retreat Follow us @noreastercatholic on FaceBook & Instagram
For details & to join a small group, please contact the Campus Minister, Catherine Gallerizzo: [email protected] / 282-4812x117
For any questions about any events on this page, please contact the Faith Formation office at 207-282-4812.
FMI concerning the following events/programs, contact youth minister, Catherine Gallerizzo,
282-4812x117 ; [email protected].
7th Annual Maine Catholic Men’s Conference: will be held at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Portland on Sat., Oct. 13. Registration will begin at
7:30 am with the conference running 8:30 am to 4 pm, concluding with a Mass celebrated by Bishop Robert P. Deeley. Presenters include Father Nathan March, pastor of Holy Savior Parish in Rumford; Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers, a dynamic Catholic
evangelist, radio host, and best-selling author; and Dr. William Martel, a member of Good Shepherd Parish in Saco who was a Protestant theolo-gian before becoming a member of the Catholic Church. The cost is $50 for those age 23 or older and $30 for teens and young adults. Lunch is
included. To register online: www.portlanddiocese.org/mensconference.
Good Shepherd Parish Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time October 7, 2018
REJOICE! GOOD SHEPHERD PARISH LITURGICAL
VOLUNTEER WORKSHOPS 2018
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 21 1 – 3:30 pm Most Holy Trinity Church
Speakers – Msgr. Mathieu & Fr. Brad Morin
There is no fee-it’s free! - Let us know you are coming for proper seating! Register today at goodshepherdparish.us or call 282-3321.
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The Harvest Fair is quickly approaching!
To make this year's fair the best ever, we are still in need of help from family & friends of St. Philip Church and Good Shepherd Parish parishioners.
Dear Parishioners: the BAKED GOODS TABLE at the Harvest Fair will need donations of goods: cookies, pies, breads, fudge, and homemade candies.
Also, items, like new or gently used, are needed for the adult and children treasure chest tables.
These items can be dropped off: Fri., Oct. 26th (in St. Philip Church Hall, between 2:00 - 7:00 PM) OR donations can be dropped off any time Saturday or Sunday during the fair.
The Harvest Fair is also in need of volunteers to help set up: the week of Oct. 14th and week of Oct. 21st. Day & Evening volunteers are needed. Please call Gisele or Donna (at their numbers below) to verify times.
Following are a few ideas for our Penny Raffle tables: We need gift cards to local businesses, restaurants, or garden shops. Also, outdoor living accessories, toys, jewelry, & fitness items. Other suggestions are items donated from
your business or employer (i.e.: oil changes, car detailing, heating oil and movie passes). Families may also want to donate passes to museums, theater tickets, or sporting events.
The craft tables need your help with donations of locally crafted items such as: knitted hats, mittens, quilts, & baskets.
Donated items can be dropped off before or after each of the two Masses or you may
call Gisele Lynes at 499-7453 or Donna Bilodeau at 499-7490.
The fair will have Adult & Children Treasure Chest Tables and Baked Goods Table, as well as Kitchen Counter!
We are open to all ideas and suggestions, and look forward to having a successful Harvest Fair!
Fall Fun
WORKSHOPS & PRESENTERS Sacristans – Deacon Dennis Mailhot
Altar Servers – Fr. Brad Morin Eucharistic Ministers – Deacon Kevin Jacques
Readers – Thomas Pendergast Greeters & Ushers – Michael Magalski
Music Ministry – Leon Griesbach Environment Decorators – Fr. Kyle Doustou
All those who volunteer in these ministries are encouraged to
attend! All those who would like to hear more about these
ministries are also encouraged and welcome to attend!
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The Parish Office will be closed on Monday, Oct. 8 for Columbus Day.
Second Collection This Weekend - is for Repair & Maintenance: Good Shepherd Parish has many properties and buildings that are our
responsibility to maintain. Most of these facilities are aging and regularly require all sorts of repair and maintenance throughout the year.
Your support is always appreciated.
Second Collection Next Weekend - is for Catholic School Sponsorship: This collection assists the parish in the operation of St. James School.
The parish, through the generosity of parishioner offertory, helps sustain the choice of a Catholic education right here in our community.
Your donation is appreciated.
Good Shepherd Parish Cubscout Pack 308 will be selling popcorn after Masses at: Most Holy Trinity on Sun., Oct. 7
Due to the Maine Catholic Men’s Conference taking place this coming Sat., Oct. 13th there will be NO TMIY / Men of Good Shepherd
Parish meeting that day. The next TMIY session will be on the following Sat., Oct. 20.
All men are encouraged to consider attending the Maine Catholic Men’s Conference. Go to http://www.portlanddiocese.org
and click on the Men’s Conference link for more information.
Women of Virtue presents… WOMEN OF GRACE A Spa for a Woman’s Soul Next meeting: Sat., Oct. 13, the month of the Rosary,
with Special Guest Speaker, Lori Lavigne. Catholic women have a lot on their plate.
Besides the home, kids, spouse, job, and finances – all of which must be
juggled in an increasingly godless world – where do we go for the friendship
and support we need? Maybe a Morning of Grace is
what you’re looking for! Join us on the 2nd Saturday of each month, 7-9 am at
Most Holy Trinity Church Hall. FMI call/email: 282-3321 / [email protected].
TOOTSIE ROLL DRIVE @ St. Margaret after Masses the weekend of Oct. 6 & 7: The KofC Council #2266 will be accepting donations after
Masses during their annual Tootsie Roll Charity Drive. The beneficiary of this year’s Drive is Veterans No Boundaries, which provides sporting and social activities to our disabled veterans, enabling them to gain confidence and build their physical strength, while socializing with friends, family and other veterans. More information on Veterans No Boundaries is available
from the Knights after Mass. Thank you for any contribution you can provide to this worthy organization.
Roast Pork Supper: Sat., Oct. 13, 5-6:30 pm at St. Philip Hall. Adults: $9; children 6-12: $4; kids 5 & under: free. Menu is: Roast pork, mashed potatoes, gravy, vegetables, rolls, & homemade desserts.
Takeout is available. The hall is handicap accessible.
Keep Christ in Christmas Cards: being sold Sat., Oct. 6 at MHT 4pm Mass.
COMING THIS FALL - MONDAY EVENINGS
Beginning OCT. 15! Facilitated by Bill Martel
WHO DO YOU SAY THAT I AM? Answering the one question that really matters. Christ asked those closest to him a fascinating question. He didn’t
ask “What do people say I teach?” or “What do people think I want to accomplish?” He made the question personal, looking directly at his dearest friends and asking them, “Who do you say that I am?” Regis-tration is now open: goodshepherdparish.us / 282-3321 to sign up.
STARTS NEXT WEEK, SO SIGN UP NOW!
Good Shepherd Parish will offer an Anointing of the Sick Service on Sunday, October 14, 2:00 pm, at Most Holy Trinity Church. The prayer service will be followed by light refreshments.
Please call Sue Anne (284-5860) if you can help. The Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick is meant for those whose health is seriously impaired by illness (physical or mental) or old
age. A sick person should be anointed before surgery whenever a serious illness is the reason for the surgery.
Elderly people may be anointed if they have become notably weakened, even though no serious illness is present.
Two FREE Educational Opportunities at St. André Health Care: 401 Pool St, Biddeford
“She never behaved like this before.” “I don’t know what to do when I visit him.” “I wish I understood what was really happening.”
Have you ever asked yourself these or similar questions? The changes we see in a person with dementia can be quite confusing and sometimes
frustrating for us. During our time together, we will talk about what is occurring in the brain and what we can do to best serve the person we
care about. Bring your questions, bring your concerns and also bring your joys. We are on a path together and together we can learn how to
support ourselves and our loved ones. St. André Health Care invites community members to
“Walking the Path Together”- a program supporting loved ones on their journeys with dementia: Oct. 13, 10 am – Noon. If interested
call 282-5171. Located at St. André in the Community Room.
St. Andre Health Care in partnership with Biddeford Adult Education is accepting candidates for a fall State approved C.N.A. course (with 1 year commitment to employment).
Applicants are limited. FMI call/email River Payne, RN, Instructor: 207-303-4438 / [email protected].
Good Shepherd Parish Christmas Fair 2018: Nov. 9-11
It’s almost here. The Good Shepherd Parish Christmas Fair is less than two months away. If you are wondering how you can help,
here a few ways to consider: The Penny Raffle could use some Brand New items to display on our large elevated tables. Things like
mixers, blenders, microwave ovens, lawn mower, crock pot, grills, bikes, bocce game, and things like that. The Children’s Section could use games, toys, trinkets and other items that children would enjoy. Grandma’s Kitchen is hoping that many of you will bake pies, cakes
and other edible delights to donate to the fair. Homemade pies go especially well. Please contact the heads of the various areas to do-
nate or contact Dan & Denise at 284-5195. See you at the Fair. ~ Dan
A note regarding Fair Drop Offs: We plan on accepting many items at St. Joseph Church Hall (not the parish office) at specific
times during the week leading up to the Fair. An area will be sectioned off so that drop offs will not interfere with Fair set up. Some items may be requested before the fair by table chairpersons. Please call those in
charge ahead of time to let them know what to expect if you are donating (see Sept. 23 bulletin online for chairperson list). We have temporarily stopped taking New to You Items and books for now.
Your kind participation, generosity, patience, and understanding are greatly appreciated beyond words. God bless you!
Good Shepherd Parish 50/50 Club Name_______________________________________________
Address_____________________________________________
City________________________________________________
Telephone#__________________________________________
Please detach and return to Good Shepherd Parish, 271 Main St, Saco, ME 04072, or you can drop it in the collection basket at Mass in an envelope marked "50/50 Club." $5 a month, $30 for 6 months, $60 for a year.
Learn How to Get the Most for Your $$$ Tour stations and enjoy samples. Learn tips for eating healthy on a
budget. Visit all stations to get a $10 Hannaford gift card, recipes and a reusable bag! Learn how to: Buy fruits and veggies on a budget; Check
unit prices; Read food labels; Identify whole grains; SAVE MONEY! Wednesday, Oct 10, anytime from 4-6 PM @ Saco Hannaford
532 Main Street, Saco, Maine 04072 Details: Must be 18 or older; Must visit stations & complete brief survey.
Questions? Please call 207-782-3554 ext 1134.
Good Shepherd Parish Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time October 7, 2018
E-Waste Collection Day-SAT., OCT. 20! WE WANT YOUR OLD TV’S, LEFT-OVER COMPUTER equipment AND NO LONGER NEEDED ELECTRONICS
on Oct. 20 from 8 to 11 am, at St. Joseph Church parking lot. Catholic Charities Maine & the Social Justice Committee are hosting a
FREE TV & Computer Drop Off Day. The collection is for all kinds of “E-Waste” - tv’s, computers, monitors, computer parts, microwaves, stereo equipment, etc. (no air conditioners or refrigerators, please).
The drop off will be in the parking lot of St. Joseph Church. All collected materials are recycled in keeping with Care for God’s
Creation. Tell your friends & neighbors this is a great time to clear out all their electronic junk! Monetary donations accepted.
FMI: Susan, 485-2207 or John, 286-2702.
CCME: General Mtg: Sun, Oct. 7 Holy Martyrs Parish Hall – Route 88, Falmouth, 1:00 pm: Social Hour/Potluck; 1:30 pm:
Business Mtg; 2:15 pm: Program: “Nursing & the Older Population.”
Dining Out Luncheon: 1:00 pm, Sun., Oct. 14 at Rosie’s Old World Restaurant: 690 Roosevelt Trail, Windham. FMI/to reserve, call Eileen Letiecq (829-6951). Connected Catholics is a group of Catholics who
gather to share their faith journey and celebrate life, who want to partici-pate in their church, grow in faith, and build a better life in their
com-munity. The purpose of CCME is to offer a variety of programs and experiences that enrich members socially, educationally and spiritually.
The Cemeteries of Good Shepherd Parish (St. Joseph & St. Mary) are getting ready to do their Fall/Winter cleanup. Artificial flowers need to be picked up by Oct. 15 if families want to keep them. No artificial
flowers are allowed in the cemeteries during the fall & winter months.
Biddeford Boy Scout Troop 308, sponsored by the Good Shepherd Parish recently held a BBQ and Court of Honor at their Scout Hall on Green Street. The Court of Honor was masterfully emceed by Steven Thurlow, who is working on his Communications Merit Badge.
Advancing in rank was Andre Dallaire, who was recognized for earning the Rank of First Class Scout. Scouts earning merit badges at this event included: Andre Dallaire, Dakota Senecal, Gavin Bastarache, and Zack Lau. Scouts who were absent, but who were still recognized
for earning merit badges included: Kegan Richardson, Yuriy Reiter and Noah Rousseau.
The Scouts will be attending Abnaki District’s Fall Camporee later in October where they will be competing in Lumberjack competitions, dutch oven cooking and other outdoor activities.
Earlier in September the troop took part in a Saco River cleanup with the Saco Salmon Restoration Alliance, and Maine Warden Service and Forest Rangers, where approximately 6 tons of trash was removed from our beautiful Saco River.
The Scouts will be conducting many Community Service Projects over the balance of the year and look forward to fall and winter camping. To learn more about Scouting in Troop 308 contact Scoutmaster, Dan Bastarache at 284-5195.
Job Postings for Marie Joseph Spiritual Center, Biddeford Pool FULL-TIME HOUSEKEEPER and PART-TIME KITCHEN HELPER
needed. Contact Sr. Sue Bourret, 207-284-5671.
CHRISTMAS COFFEE 2018 REGISTRATION
NOW OPEN FRIDAY, NOV. 30
6-8:30 pm - Most Holy Trinity Hall Guest Speaker – Lori Lavigne
Register online at goodshepherdparish.us or call the main office at 282-3321.
