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MAY 2016

MASSESSunday

12:10pm

Monday - Friday12:10 & 6:30pm

Saturday12:10 & 4:30pm

M 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 NRECONCILIATIONSaturday & Sunday

1:00 - 4:00pmMonday - Friday1:00 - 2:00pm

Wednesday5:00 - 6:00pm

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION

Saturday1:00 - 4:00pm

First Fridays1:00pm - 6:00pm

HEALING MASSES

Spanish - First Sunday of the Month at 2:30pm

Portuguese - Third Sunday of the Month at 2:00pm

English - Last Sunday of the Month at 2:00pm

COME NEAR MY CHILDREN, DON’T BE AFRAID. -Our Lady at La Salette Father Andre Patenaude, M.S. - Superior Fr. Ted Brown , M.S. - Shrine Director Father Cyriac Mattathilanickal, M.S. - Retreat Center Director

L A U D A T O S I : A P h o t o g r a p h i c E x h i b i t i o n & M e d i t a t i v e J o u r n e y

A DAY OF PRAYER “ON CARE OF OUR COMMON HOME:

“LAUDATO SI” of POPE FRANCISMay 14, 2016 from 9:00am - 4:00pm

in the La Salette Retreat CenterCost: $40 (includes Lunch)

Pope Francis calls for a new dialogue about how we are shaping the future of our planet by reviewing our approach to ecology and our relationship to our sur-roundings. He is making a radical call to action from a throw away culture to a new life style. Pope Francis is seeking for a spirituality that is ‘capable of inspiring us’ for an ‘ecological conversion’ to deal with the ecological crisis. Through a journey through the nature, Scripture and ‘Laudato Si’ we will explore our attitudes, under-standing, convictions and way of life that will bring about this profound ecological conversion. The day will consist of walking the trails at La Salette, a photo exhib-it, reflections on Laudato Si and prayer.

For more information, please call the Retreat Center at (508) 222-8530

The National Shrine of Our Lady of La Salette Presents:

LAUDATO SI:a p h o t o g r a p h i c e x h i b i t i o n

April 30, 2016 - May 14, 2016Exhibit Opening: April 30, 2016 at 5:45pm

In the Welcome Centerw w w . l a s a l e t t e - s h r i n e . o r g

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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

Leader: Bev Noelte (La Salette Associate)Padre Pio Prayer Group

2nd Monday of the Month - 7:15pmSpiritual Director: Fr. Richard Delisle, M.S.

Lay Leader: Ron MendesLa Salette Pax Christi

3rd Tuesday of the Month - 7:30pm Ron Holman

YD:21 - Young Adults in the 21st Century2nd Wednesday of the Month

7:00pm in the Welcome Center

BIG HERO 6MAY 20th, 2016 in the Welcome Center

“Blessed are the merciful for they shall see mercy” is depicted well in our next film: Big Hero 6. Mercy is a wonderful theme in the film Big Hero 6. The main character, a young robotics expert called Hiro, begins the film enjoying the power that his creativity and intelligence give him. He uses this power to get the better of others. But Hiro’s older brother, Tadashi, directs this same energy and power towards helping the world. His benevolent attitude is embodied in Baymax, the robot that Tadashi created whose only desire is to care for people and to help them grow. This is an award winning animated film.

Oh, and there will be popcorn!

Mercy in the Familya film series on mercy

SHRINE CALENDARBereavement Support, May 3, pg 5

A Day With Mary, May 7, pg 5Blessing of the Bikes, May 7, pg 3

Mother’s Day Celebration, Saturday, May 7, pg 2Day of Prayer, May 14, pg 5Pentecost, May 14-15, pg 2

Bereavement Support, May 17, pg 5Family Movie Night: Big Hero 6, May 20, pg 2Armed Forces Day Celebration, May 21, pg 4

La Salette Holy Family Festival, pg 4May 26th & 27th from 6:00pm - 10:00pm

May 28th & 29th from 12:00pm - 10:00pm May 30th from 12:00pm - 6:00pm

10th Annual Indian Pilgrimage, May 28, pg 332nd Annual Filipino Pilgrimage, May 29, pg 3

Bereavement Support, May 31, pg 5Guided Women’s Retreat, June 3-5, pg 5

Mystics, Rebels & Prophets, June 27-July 1, pg 4

PENTECOSTSending Mercy into the World

May 14-15, 2016HELPING NEW MOMS & BABIES

One of the aspects of Pentecost is that it celebrates the birth of the Church. To mark this event, we ask you to bring items for new babies such as formula, diapers, baby bottles, jars of baby food, and new clothes for babies to the church the weekend of May 14-15.

M o t h e r ’ s D a y C e l e b r a t i o nSaturday, May 7th

beginning with the 4:30 PM MassDinner and Concert by Fr. Pat!

Tickets are $20 and available at the Welcome Center.

Take Mom out for something special!

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BOOK OF THE MONTH The Joy of Love (Amoris Laetitia)

By: Pope Francis

Pope Francis’ Apostolic Exhortation The Joy of Love: On Love in the Family is appreciated as an aid to reflection, dialogue and pastoral practice, and as a help and encouragement to families in their daily commitments and challenges.

This Exhortation is especially timely in this Jubilee Year of Mercy. First, because it represents an invitation to Christian families to value the gifts of marriage and the family, and to persevere in a love strengthened by the virtues of generosity, commitment, fidelity and patience. Second, because it seeks to encourage everyone to be a sign of mercy and closeness wherever family life remains imperfect or lacks peace and joy.

Available in our bookstore.

10th Annual Indian PilgrimageMay 28, 2016 Saturday

At the National Shrine of Our Lady of La Salette Attleboro, MA

A Designated Place of Pilgrimage in the Jubilee Year of Mercy

With the Door of Mercy!

La Salette Shrine is dedicated to Our Lady of La Salette, the Mother of Mercy and the Mother of Reconciliation.

“The practice of Pilgrimage has a special place in the Holy Year, because it represents the journey each of us makes in this life. May Pilgrimage be an impetus to conversion, by crossing the threshold of the Holy Door, we will find the strength to embrace God’s mercy and dedicate ourselves to being merciful with others as the Father has been with us”. -Pope Francis

Arrival at the Shrine: 12 NoonPraying of the Holy Rosary at the Rosary Pond:

12:30 PMPrayer at the Holy Door of Mercy: 1:05 PM

Holy Eucharist: Kurbana in Syro Malabar Rite: 1:30 PM

Main Celebrant and Homilist: Rev. Fr. Raphael Ambadan (Pastor: St. Thomas Syro Malabar Parish,

BostonConcelebrants:

Rev. Fr. Cyriac Mattathilanickal, MS Rev. Fr. William Kaliyadan, MSRev. Fr. Elson Kattockaran, MS

Rev. Fr. George Mattathilanickal

Ladinju and Procession: 2.45 PM Reception at the Welcome Center immediately after the Procession

We invite everyone to obtain the special blessings and indulgences during this Holy Year at the Shrine of Our Lady of La Salette

For more information contact: Fr. Cyriac Mattathilanickal, MS, DirectorLa Salette Retreat Center, (860) 208-0240 Email: cyriacms@gmail.com Bestin Vayalunkal, Coordinator La Salette Prayer Group of RI, (401) 867-1936

9th Annual LaSalette Shrine Blessing of the Bikes

May 7, 2016 - Registration begins at 9:30am

50 mile ride ending up at the Attleboro Elks with a Kentuckey Fried Chicken Meal.

32nd ANNUAL FILIPINO PILGRIMAGE&

THE HOLY INFANT JESUS (SANTO NINO)Prayer Group of Massachusetts

Sunday May 29th, 2016 at 10:30am in the Shrine Church

10:30am - Assembly Time11:00am - Rosary Procession

12:10pm - Mass in Shrine Church1:30pm - Potluck Meal in Cafeteria

3:00pm - Program and Entertainment

For more information, please call Gloria Platon at (781) 935-0437 or

the La Salette Shrine at (508) 222-5410

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We at the Shrine are grateful for the generosity of so many who make our work possible. We depend on your goodness.

Please make donations to the Shrine of Our Lady of La Salette, Inc. at the address below.

IN YOUR WILL: As you do your estate planning, remembering us in your will is a way of creating a lasting legacy of your life and

helps continue our good work. Our legal title is:

Shrine of Our Lady of La Salette, Inc. 947 Park St.

Attleboro, MA 02703

Armed Forces Day CelebrationMay 21, 2016

Celebrating all those who serve us in the military!

2:00 PM Concert by the Coastline Show Chorus Tickets on sale after April 15.

4:30 PM MassWe invite all those serving in the military to wear their

uniforms.

Keep posted for details.

ARE YOU THINKING ABOUT RETURNING TO THE CATHOLIC CHURCH?

La Salette wishes to assist you on your journey. We want to listen to your story.

If you’d like to start your journey back home, start at the National Shrine of Our Lady of La Salette by speaking to one of

our Priests.

To set up an appointment, please call 508-222-5410.

Mystics, Rebels and Prophets: A Retreat with Edwina Gateley

June 27-July 1, 2016Cost: $350/person

Retreat begins at 7:00 pm

During this retreat we will explore the lives of some valiant women: Hildegard of Bingen, Brigid of Kildare, Julian of Norwich and many more. Their stories will make a profound impact on our lives today as we draw on their witness and courage.

Edwina Gateley is a poet, mystic, mother, lay mission-ary, advocate, international speaker and author of 15 books. Her journey of faith has led her to Uganda where she established a school for girls, to the founding of the Volunteer Missionary Movement and to the streets of Chicago. Her story is like no other! To register or for more information, call us at 508-222-8530 or visit us online at www.laslaetteretreatcenter.com.

LA SALETTE

HOLY FAMILY FESTIVALMay 26th & 27th from 6:00pm - 10:00pm

May 28th & 29th from 12:00pm - 10:00pm May 30th from 12:00pm - 6:00pm

La Salette at Attleboro continues its Memorial Day tradition with a Family Festival and Carnival beginning on Thursday, May 26 and continuing through Memorial Day, May 30.

There will be fireworks on Friday evening.

This is a great opportunity to celebrate the start of the summer season and help support the Shrine’s ministries.

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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. To learn more, contact the Retreat Center at 508-222-8530.

RETREAT CENTER

D AY S O F P R AY E R

Join us for a monthly guided Day of Prayer on May 14th, 2016 at the Welcome Center of the Shrine. The program named will be co-presented by Father Cyriac and Father Flavio. The Day of Prayer will start at 9:00am in the Shrine Welcome Center. To enroll or to gather more information about the programs, please contact the Retreat Center at 508-222-8530.

GRIEF EDUCATION & BEREAVEMENT SUPPORTThe loss of a loved one in death is the greatest loss one faces, and the most piercing pain one will ever experience. 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.

Cost: $10 per sessionPre-registration required.

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

The Bereavement Support Group meets on alternating Tuesdays from 10:00am - 11:30am. They will meet next on May 3, 17, & 31. Check our website at www.lasaletteretreatcenter.com under “Brochures & Flyers” for a complete list of dates. For more information, please contact the Retreat Center.

Guided Women’s Retreat June 3-5, 2016

Pope Francis opens the Bull of Indiction of the Extraordinary Jubilee of Mercy stating, “Jesus Christ is the face of the Father’s mercy . . . Mercy has become living and visible in Jesus of Nazareth.” The invitation of Mary at La Salette, “come near my children don’t be afraid” consists in a close encounter with the face of Christ who is merciful and kind to God’s children. This retreat will shed light on how we can draw closer to this God of mercy, live the ‘spiritual and corporal works of mercy’ and thus become true messengers of mercy in our world today. We will reflect also on Mary as the Mother of Mercy.Time for quiet reflective prayer will be offered as well as the opportunity for discussion and individual spiritual direction.

For more information, please contact the Retreat Center at: 508-222-8530.

A Day With MaryThe Phases of Mary’s Life

May 7 Presented by: Dottie Levesque$40 Donation, Lunch included

Mary is often referred to as the Mother of Mercy. During this Year of Mercy, it is indeed appropriate that we pe-tition her to help us become men and women of mercy. We encounter many individuals who seem to live by “an eye for an eye” and “a tooth for a tooth.” Supporting one another, we can leave this day of prayer convinced that, by our example, we can help our surroundings become havens of mercy. Doors open at 8:45am.

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RELIGIOUS ARTICLES & BOOKSTORE

The La Salette Religious Articles and Bookstore is the perfect place to find a gift for every occasion! Our selection includes rosaries, crucifixes, medals, statutes, Willow Tree Angels, jewelry and music boxes. Books include a variety of Bibles, Missals and Prayer Books, spiritual reading and self-help books and with First Communions and Confirmations quickly approaching, we’re getting new items in every day! Come visit us in the La Salette Welcome Center!

What occasion do you need a special gift, book, or greeting card for?

YOU’LL FIND WHAT YOU’RE LOOKING

FOR HERE, AT LA SALETTE.

SNACK BAROPEN YEAR ROUND

Wednesday to Sunday - 12:00 - 4:30PM

The Snack Bar in the foyer of the Welcome Center is a great place stop when visiting the Shrine. Sandwiches, small meat pies, pizza and soup as well as soft serve ice cream, chips and candy are featured.

Brother Roger Moreau, M.S.Snack Bar Manager

LITURGICAL MINISTERS NEEDED: GREETERS AND USHERS, READERS, EXTRA-ORDINARY MINISTERS OF

COMMUNION, ALTAR SERVERS, SACRISTANS, AND MUSIC MINISTERS

“Liturgy” is from the Greek, meaning ‘work of the peo-ple.’ When we come together for Mass we are at a liturgy, a work of the people. This means to be true to its name we need all sorts of people to do it well. If you feel you can be of service to our community in one of these roles, please let us know. Altar servers can be male or female and at least 13 years of age. Greeters, ushers, sacristans and music ministers just need an interest. Readers and Eucharistic Ministers must be Baptized and Confirmed and meet diocesan standards. All ‘volunteers’ above 18 will need background checks and attend a ‘safe environ-ment workshop.’ All new volunteers will be trained.

THE ANNUAL LA SALETTE FLEA MARKET

Memorial Day WeekendMay 27-30

We are in search for items for our Flea Market.If you have usable items let us know and we’ll let you know when you can drop them off.

Please, no clothing or electronics (TV’s, Computers, Monitors)

E-mail lasaletteshrinedirector@gmail.com or call (516) 222-5410 to make arrangements.