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Saint Brendan Parish384 Hartford Avenue, Bellingham, Massachusetts 02019-1217Web: saintbrendansparish.orgTelephone: 508-966-0260/9802 Fax.: 508-966-4404May 10, Anno Domini 2015Fr. David J. Mullen, Pastore-mail: frmullen.saintbrendan@verizon.netSixth Sunday of Easter
May 10, 2015Sixth Sunday of EasterThis Thursday is Ascension Thursday,a Holy Day of ObligationMasses will be offered at 9:00 A.M. and 7:00 P.M.May is a monthdedicated toOur Lady!Pray the HolyRosary!Saint Brendan Parish2384 Hartford Avenue, Bellingham, Massachusetts
May 10, 2015Sixth Sunday of EasterLiturgy Assignments for May 16 - 17:Time5:00ServersB. SwainLector/Ex. Min.B. Whelan/Lec.8:30E. & I. FrankL. Delorme/Lec.10:30M. KearneyC. DonahueC. Harrison/Lec.K. Lacasse/E.M.SacristansF. & K. SwansonHoly Mass Intentions, May 9 - 17:Day/DateSat., May 9Sun., May 10Sun., May 10Sun., May 10Wed., May 13Thur., May 14Thur., May 14Sat., May 16Sat., May 16Sun., May 17Sun., May 17Sun., May 17Time5:00 P.M.8:30 A.M.10:30 A.M.5:30 P.M.9:00 A.M.9:00 A.M.7:00 P.M.9:00 A.M.5:00 P.M.8:30 A.M.10:30 A.M.5:30 P.M.IntentionDavid C. Whelan, Mem.Ethel Accorsi, 3 Mo. Mem.“Pro-Populo”Christian S. Albee, 7th Anniv.Special Intention“Pro-Populo”Holy Souls in PurgatoryMass of ThanksgivingMary Annicelli, Mem.Trevor & Jared Page, Mem.Ethel Accorsi, 3 Mo. Mem.“Pro-Populo”Eucharistic PrayerIIIIIIIIIIIVIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIUpcoming Events and Meetings: Sun., May 10 - May Procession after the 10:30 A.M.Mass; Tues., May 12 - Men’s Prayer Group @ 7:00 P.M.; Wed., May 13 - Shawl Apostolate @7:00 P.M.; Sun., May 17 - Youth Group @ 6:30 P.M., Choir @ 7:00 P.M.;Financial: Last week’s offertory last weekend was 4,800. The total revenue was 5,400.The tithe of 540 went to the Home Missions Collection. Thank you for your generosity. Thisweek’s tithe will also be for our tithe to the Archdiocese of Boston. Please be generous. ParishTithing: 10% of our parish revenue goes to local and to Archdiocesan support & charities.Remember St. Brendan’s in your will! We make a statement about what we value when in ourwill we direct that our possessions be given to those we love, as well as to the Church andcharitable organizations.Feast Days coming up: Tues., May 12 - Sts. Nereus and Achilleus, Martyrs, St. Pancras,Martyr; Wed., May 13 - Our Lady of Fatima; Thurs., May 14 - Ascension Thursday;Pray for Our TroopsPlease pray for those who are serving in the U.S. armed forces: PFC Sand Aijo, KyleBeyer, Capt. Stephen W. Bintz, 2nd Lieut. Jeffrey R. Bintz, Anthony Calingo, Staff Sgt. JosephDeslauriers, Robert Foley, USMC, PFC Michael Hennigan, Com. Steven Gardiner, PatrickHughes, LCPL Brandon Jacob, SFC Marty Kerekes, RCT Brianna Laflamme, PVS KyleLaflamme, 1LT Brian H. Landry, Carlos Lopez, Sgt. John Piccinin, SPC Chad Pfeifer, SPCNoel Reeson, PVT Joshua Rogers, LCpl Shaun Rolph, 1st Lt. Brittany Smith, JamesWaddington, PO1 Francis J. Ward, and SSG Michelle Wissler.Saint Brendan Parish3384 Hartford Avenue, Bellingham, Massachusetts
May 10, 2015Sixth Sunday of EasterVacation Bible SchoolOur totally Catholic Vacation Bible School 2015 is coming! The news hasarrived! We’re going to Everest Join us! We’ll be conquering challenges with God’s mightypower. and find out that weird is wonderful! Embark on an icy expedition that empowers kidsto overcome obstacles with God’s awesome power . . . anchor kids in rock-solid Bible truthsthat will guide them through life’s challenges . . . It all happens at our Everest VBS! It is afive-day program, Monday through Friday from 9 AM until 12 Noon. You will have a choiceof two sessions: July 6 - 10 and July 13 - 17. Registrations and volunteer applications will beavailable April 1st. For more information, contact Mrs. Griffin at 508-966-9802 or email at:gladys.saintbrendan@verizon.net .Fatima Day at the Xaverian Shrine in HollistonOn Wednesday May 13th, the Xaverian Missionaries will hold the traditional FatimaDay celebration in honor of Our Lady. It is going to be our first Fatima Day 2015. This year’stheme is on: OUR BLESSED MOTHER MARY in the writings of ST. GUIDO M.CONFORTI – Founder of the Xaverian Missionaries. Sing-along at 6:30pm. Mass at 7:00pm.At 8:00pm, Rosary and Candlelight procession followed by refreshments served in theShrine’s Hall. The main celebrant and homilist will be Fr. Tony Lalli, sx. Fr. Tony served formany years in Brazil: the Amazon region in the North as well as in the City of San Paolo inthe South. At present he is very much involved in ministry especially with the Portuguese andBrazilian communities in the Archdiocese of Boston. All are welcome!!!Retreat Day for WomenSaturday, June 13th right here at St. Brendan's: Seeking the Peace of Forgiveness retreatday for Women with Real Life Radio Host, Allison Gingras. This retreat will help womenrecognize where they need to embrace the grace of forgiveness in their own lives, and begin toshed a new, healing light on them. Scripture, Sacraments and the Saints provide many helpfultools to begin the process of letting go, forgiving, and healing!! The day will go from 10:00A.M. to 4:00 P.M. The cost is 25, which includes lunch. For More information or to registervisit: ;https://forgivenessbellingham.eventbrite.com or mail your name, contact info, lunchchoice (tuna, turkey, ham) and 25 per person to: Reconciled To You, PO Box 784, RaynhamCtr, MA 02768. For More Info call 508-243-1133.Open House at The Theological Institute at Saint John's SeminaryThe Theological Institute at Saint John's Seminary (SJS) is having an informal Open House forthe Certificate Programs in Brighton at the last session – May 16, 2015. If anyone feels they might beinterested in attending either of these courses, this is a great opportunity! There is no special formatfor the Open House. Interested students are invited to attend any portion of the certificate session tosee what the lectures are like and see the community that is built as a result of the lectures. Staff willbe available to answers any potential student’s questions and written materials will be available fordistribution. The Theological Institute at Saint John's Seminary offers two foundational certificates,which provide a full experience of the truth of Christ. The Catechetical Certificate prepares the layfaithful to be a better teacher of the faith. The Catholicism Certificate provides the opportunity todive deeper into the truths of the faith. The courses consists of lectures, small group discussion andskills workshops. Classes meet one Saturday a month from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm from Sept. throughMay. Many of our own catechists have successfully attended this program. If anyone is interested inattending the Open House on May 16 and would like to car-pool, please contact Pat Whalen at 508883-1914 or paws18@comcast.net.Saint Brendan Parish4384 Hartford Avenue, Bellingham, Massachusetts
May 10, 2015Sixth Sunday of EasterThe CD below can be found at our Lighthouse Catholic Media display:Fr. Mike Schmitz is one of the leading speakers toyoung people in the Church today. In this presentation, heexplains how Christians truly become sons and daughters ofGod the Father for all eternity through the sacrament ofBaptism. Following the presentation, Lighthouse CatholicYouth has provided a bonus segment from Fr. Mike thatexplains the topics of "Infant Baptism" and "No SalvationOutside the Church".Parishioner CommentsEvery new mom and dad needs to hear this talk. You will neverthink of Baptism in the same way again! Theresa - Ridge, NYThe Father Daniel J. Gilmartin College ScholarshipOur late pastor, Fr. Daniel J. Gilmartin, left as part of his estate funds for a collegescholarship to be distributed according to the decisions of the Pastor of St. Brendan Parish,who is the trustee of the Fr. Gilmartin scholarship fund. The scholarship is worth 1,000, and itis given for one academic year. Hence, the conditions that I have set for the awarding of the2015-2016 Father Daniel J. Gilmartin College Scholarship are as follows: 1) the recipient mustbe in a college program (or will be in the Fall); 2) the recipient must be known to the Pastor asone who lives a Catholic life of faith, worship, prayer, and service; 3) the recipient must giveevidence of seeking academic excellence, providing evidence of this from the last two markingperiods in school; and 4) the recipient must present a letter requesting the scholarship to me bythe last day of May. Whoever receives the Gilmartin Scholarship will not be eligible for thescholarships awarded from the Parish Scholarship Fund. Fr. MullenThe Flatley Pro-life ScholarshipLast year the Flatley Foundation gave St. Brendan’s a substantial donation for pro-lifeactivities. Because of that donation St. Brendan’s is announcing a scholarship competition.The scholarship to be awarded is worth 1,000. To win the scholarship the college studentmust write a 500 word essay on the subject of “Why Is Each Human Life Valuable?”. Theessay must be submitted to Fr. Mullen by the last day of May. He will determine and announcethe winner shortly after that. Contenders must allow their essays to be printed in the parishbulletin. It is possible (but not likely) to win both the Gilmartin and the Pro-life Scholarship.Bake Sale on May 31stThe St. Gregory Home-School Cooperative will hold a fundraiser bake sale followingthe 8:30 and 10:30 Masses on Sunday, May 31, 2015.Natural Family Planning ClassesNatural Family Planning (NFP) classes, taught by the Couple to Couple League, willbe take place in the St. Brendan Parish Hall on the evenings of: June 6th, June 26th, and July25th, from 7:00 - 10:00 PM. NFP is a safe, healthy, and morally acceptable way for marriedcouples to plan their families. For more information, please feel free to call or email Mark andMaureen Trettel @ 508-634-3865 or mtrettel@verizon.net. Registration is done online atccli.org .Saint Brendan Parish5384 Hartford Avenue, Bellingham, Massachusetts
May 10, 2015Parish Office StaffRev. Mr. Robert T. Hackett,DeaconMrs. Gladys GriffinBusiness Manager, Secretary,gladys.saintbrendan@verizon.netMrs. Taryne BakalarsRel. Ed. Director,taryne.saintbrendan@verizon.netMr. A. Lee Delorme,CustodianParish Office Hours: TheSecretary is in Monday throughThursday, 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.Music ApostolateMrs. Maryanne DonahueMusic Directorand OrganistMrs. Alice BissonnetteYoung People’s Choir Directorand OrganistMrs. Kim LisbonYouth Group MassSixth Sunday of EasterAdoration of theMost BlessedDaily Masses:Eucharist:Monday - Saturday, 9:00 A.M.Saturday, 3:00 P.M.Lord’s Day Masses:(Exposition).Saturday, 5:00 P.M.Benediction, 4:30 P.M. Sunday, 8:30, 10:30 A.M. &5:30 P.M.Holy Day Masses:As Announced Sacraments Morning Prayer:Recited before Massat 8:30 A.M.,Monday - Saturday.To contact the Choir Director, orOrganists please call the parish office.Youth Apostolate(Life Teen)Mrs. Taryne BakalarsVisit us on facebook:St. Brendan’s Youth Group, oron twitter, @StBrendansYouthConfessions:Saturday, 3:00 - 4:30 P.M. &prior to Mass at 5:00 P.M.Baptisms:4th Sunday of everymonth at 1:00 P.M.Baptismal instructionis the Saturday nightbefore at 7:30. P.M.Marriages:Please contact the pastorat least six monthsprior to your intendeddate for marriage.Sacrament of the Sick:Please contact the pastorif someone needs toreceive the Sacramentof the Sick, or to receivethe Blessed Eucharist.PraytheHolyRosary!Traditional Latin MassThe Traditional Latin Mass will not becelebrated in the month of April.Saint Brendan Parish6384 Hartford Avenue, Bellingham, Massachusetts
Priest, Deacons & Youth Ministers Familiarization TripIf you enjoy traveling and want to see how you can immerse your church community in helpingchildren in need while transforming their own lives through service, visit a Nuestros PequeñosHermanos (NPH, Spanish for “Our Little Brothers and Sisters”) home with us. Your life may never bethe same!Visit the Pequeños at NPH GuatemalaAugust 24th-28th, 2015Come experience first-hand how NPH transforms the lives of thechildren it supports. We invite you to visit Nuestros PequeñosHermanos (NPH, Spanish for “Our Little Brothers and Sisters”)Guatemala with us. You will meet the amazing children, staff andvolunteers of NPH and learn the ins and outs of their daily lives. Ifyou are new to NPH, visiting a home is the best way to see what wedo in action. If you are a longtime supporter or sponsor, come catchup with old friends and see how your godchildren are growing andflourishing. Join us – your life may never be the same!About NPH GuatemalaOpened in 1996, NPH Guatemala is home to 335 children. It islocated in San Andres, 16 miles from Antigua and an hournorthwest of Guatemala City, the capital. It has approximately 25acres of land, kinder through junior high school, a computer lab,vocational workshops, a clinic, gardens and a solar water heatingsystem.Trip Highlights Discover first-hand the effects that love, caring, and acceptancehave on children who once struggled to survive Experience life as the children of NPH do each day with chores,school, sports, and sharing meals Develop meaningful relationships where language and culturehave no boundaries Meet the leadership, staff and volunteers of NPH Guatemala See how your church can make a difference by introducing themto NPH whether it be with a future service trip, sponsorshipdrive, hosting a pequeño tour, or an NPH speaker!Cost: 250.00*Includes: Accommodations at NPH Guatemala Local transportation Meals while at NPH NPH USA interpreter and guide Travel insurance and background check Airfare to and from Guatemala CityNot included: Outside meals Airport feesReservation Schedule Reserve a spot with a 250 nonrefundable deposit due June 10, 2015*We would love to cover the cost of yourairfare (approximately 700.00 value) forthe opportunity to be welcomed into yourchurch this year!*One representative per church.Register online at www.nphusa.org/maneguatemala2015For more information, please contact Monica Henry: mhenry@nphusa.org or 617.206.4943NPH USA Mid-Atlantic/Northeast Region 265 Willard Street 3rd Floor Quincy, MA 02169-1565Phone 617.206.4940 www.nphusa.orgFor Advertising Information, Please Call 617-779-3770Spotlight Advertisingwww.PilotBulletins.net
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Natural Family Planning Classes. Natural Family Planning (NFP) classes, taught by the Couple to Couple League, will be take place in the St. Brendan Parish Hall on the evenings of: June 6th, June 26th, and July 25th, from 7:00 - 10:00 PM. NFP is a safe, healthy, and morally acceptable way for married couples to plan their families.
