Good Shepherd Parish�

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September 6, 2020�

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GoodShepherd@portlanddiocese.org ǀ www.goodshepherdparish.us �

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ood Shepherd Parish mission ǀ to call people to celebrate the life of Christ through Roman

Catholic liturgy, education and acts of social justice throughout our diverse communities, �

fostering unity and making the Body of Christ visible to all. �

Most Holy Trinity Church�

Parish Office�

271 Main St. �

Saco, ME 04072�

St. Joseph Church�

St. Anne Chapel�

178 Elm St. �

Biddeford, ME 04005�

St. Margaret Church�

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6 Saco Ave.�

OOB, ME 04064�

St. Philip Church�

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404 Goodwins Mills Rd.�

Lyman, ME 04002�

St. Brendan Chapel �

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40 Lester B. Orcutt Blvd.�

Biddeford Pool, ME 04006 �

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Clergy�

Fr. Timothy Nadeau, Pastor ǀ Rev. Brad Morin, �

Parochial Vicar ǀ Rev. Dominic Tumusiime, AJ, Parochial Vicar�

Deacons Robert Parenteau ǀ Kevin Jacques ǀ Rick Huot�

Office ǀ 282�3321 ǀ Available by phone 8:30am to noon because of COVID�19; look for notice of change in office hours in weekly bulletin�

COLLECTIONS�

Second Collection This Weekend ǀ Benefits students attending St.

James School. Joan Beaudry was a parishioner and dedicated teacher

at St. Mary's School in Biddeford; this fund was established in her

memory and is typically collected around Labor Day weekend. �

Second Collection Next Weekend ǀ Catholic University and Special

Education Needs. Your gift supports the National University of the

Catholic Church in America, advancing Catholic knowledge and

understanding through research, teaching, learning and service. �

PLEASE CONTINUE YOUR FINANCIAL SUPPORT ǀ Many of

you are sending payment through the US mail, to simplify the admin-

istrative work it is best to COMBINE all weekly offertory contribu-

tions to one check, one envelope; Second Collections however,

should generally remain a separate check, since Diocesan Second

Collections and USCCB National collections do not remain with the

parish. At the end of the year, there is no difference to your GIVING

RECORD. Your cooperation reduces the volume of checks and enve-

lopes to handle. THANK YOU and God bless! �

LET US PRAY�

Rest in Peace ǀ Brother Andre Louis Millette (born 1925) �

Aline D. Martel (born 1925) ǀ Roger Poisson (born 1932) �

Michael G. Binette (born 1973)�

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Baptisms ǀ Sylvie Lucille Chapman�

Anthony Michael Buonocore�

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Apostolate of Prayer for Priests ǀ September 2020�

6. Bishop Robert P. Deeley, JCD�

7. Rev. Arockiasamy Snathiagu HGN, Rev. Antonio A. Amato�

8. All Priests�

9. V. Rev. Jean�Paul Labrie, Rev. Renald D. Labarre�

10. Rev. Raymond D. Auger, Rev. Harold D. Moreshead�

11. Msgr. Rene Mathieu, Rev. Albert Roux�

12. Rev. Joseph Daniels,Rev. Patrick J. Finn�

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Let us also pray for our Deacons and Seminarians.�

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Livestream Prayer Opportunities ǀ Fr. Brad Morin is offering live

and archived Masses on his Facebook page: www.facebook.com/

bradmorin222, as well as on the parish website.�

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Prayer for the 2020 Catholic Appeal �

Loving God, You call us to a life of service, entrusting to us the mis-

sion of making your name and your love known. We strive each day

to use your generous gifts to grow ever more faithfully into a com-

munity of faith and love, attracting people to your Son, Jesus. �

We are grateful for Your gifts. Help us to use them wisely in Your

service. Keep us ever mindful to the many needs of our brothers and

sisters in Christ. Help us recognize the presence of Your Son in them

and respond to the Catholic Appeal with love, compassion and gener-

osity. May our words and actions be a response to Your great love, in

the name of Jesus the Lord. Amen. �

Series ǀ Saints of the 20th Century, Frontline Heroes of the Faith�

Blessed Ivan Merz (1896�1928)�

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By Fr. Brad Morin�

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Ivan Merz was born in Banja Luka, Bosnia, on Dec. 16, 1896, and

was baptized on Feb. 2, 1897. He attended elementary and middle

school in Banja Luka and, after a brief period of education at the

military academy of Wiener Noustadt, he

enrolled in 1915 at the University of Vien-

na, with the dream of teaching young peo-

ple in Bosnia; thus, he would be following

the example of his professor, Ljubomir

Marakovic, who helped Ivan to discover

the richness of the Catholic faith.�

In March 1916, Ivan was enlisted in the

army and shipped to the Italian battle

front, where he spent the greater part of

two years beginning in 1917. The war

experience and its horrors marked a turn-

ing point in Ivan's young life and contrib-

uted greatly to his spiritual growth,

prompting him to abandon his future into

God's hands and to strive with all his might toward the goal of Chris-

tian perfection.�

On Feb. 5, 1918, he wrote in his diary: "Never forget God! Always

desire to be united with Him. Begin each day in the first place with

meditation and prayer, possibly close to the Blessed Sacrament or

during Mass. During this time, plans for the day are made, one's de-

fects are put under examination and grace is implored for the

strength to overcome all weakness. It would be something terrible if

this war had no meaning for me! ... I must begin a life regenerated in

the spirit of this new understanding of Catholicism. The Lord alone

can help me, as man can do nothing on his own.” At this time, Ivan

also made a private vow of perpetual chastity.�

After the war, he continued his studies at Vienna (1919�20), and

then in Paris (1920�22). In 1923 he obtained a degree in philosophy.

His thesis was entitled "The influence of the Liturgy on the French

authors.” He then became a professor of language and French litera-

ture and was exemplary in his dedication to the students and to his

responsibilities as a teacher.�

In his spare time he studied philosophy and theology and deepened

his knowledge of the documents of the Magisterium of the Church.

Ivan was especially noted for his interest in young people and con-

cern for their growth in faith and holiness. He started the "League of

Young Croatian Catholics" and the "Croatian League of Eagles"

within the Croatian Catholic Action Movement. Their motto was:

"Sacrifice Eucharist Apostolate."�

For Ivan, the purpose of this organization was to form a group of

frontline apostles whose goal was holiness. This scope of this goal

also flowed over into liturgical renewal, of which Ivan was one of the

first promoters in Croatia.�

As a Catholic intellectual, Ivan was able to guide young people and

adults to Christ and His Church through his writings and organized

gatherings. He also sought to teach them love and obedience to the

Vicar of Christ and the Church of Rome.�

In the face of any misunderstandings and difficulties, Ivan always

had an admirable patience and calm, the fruit of his continual union

with God in prayer. Those who knew him well described him as a

person who had his "mind and heart immersed in the supernatural."

Convinced that the most effective way to save souls was through

efficacious suffering, he offered to God all his physical and moral

sufferings, particularly for the intention of the success of his apostol-

ic endeavors.�

Shortly before his death, he offered his life for the youth of Croatia.

In short, the young man believed that his vocation was very simply

"the Catholic faith.”�

Ivan Merz died on May 10, ,1928 in Zagreb. He was 32 years old.�

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Priests are honoring all Mass intentions previously scheduled. How-

ever, while the number of public Masses remains curtailed, the inten-

tions for private Masses listed below will be celebrated on the date

indicated but not necessarily at the requested time and location. We

will publish more specific information when the number of public

Masses increases.�

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Saturday, September 5�

4:00 pm Most Holy Trinity Public & Livestreamed Mass: �

David Farley�

4:00 pm St. Margaret Public Mass: Lucille Crepeau�

4:30 pm St Philip Public Mass: Annette DesRoberts�

Private Masses: Madeline Chretien (4

th

Ann) / Roger Jalbert / �

Kathleen Roberge (2

nd

Ann.)�

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Sunday, September 6 ǀ Twenty�Third Sunday in Ordinary Time�

8:00 am St. Joseph Public Mass: Normand & Angie Allaire / �

For Deceased Parents of G & P Frechette�

8:30 am St. Margaret Public Mass: Vivien C. & �

James J. Sullivan�

9:00 am St. Philip Public Mass: Dorothy Gilblair�

10:30 am Most Holy Trinity Public Mass: J. P. Fontaine / �

For All People in Good Shepherd Parish�

11:00 am St. Joseph Public Mass: Rita Bouffard�

Private Masses: Priscilla Letellier / Joseph & Cecile Kettinger / �

Patricia L. Beaudoin�

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Monday, September 7�

5:30 am Livestreamed Mass: Deborah Randall�

6:00 pm St. Joseph Public Mass: The Hagman Family * �

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Tuesday, September 8�

5:30 am Livestreamed Mass: Gabrielle Beaulieu�

9:00 am St. Joseph Public Mass: Ann Constantine�

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Wednesday, September 9 �

5:30 am Livestreamed Mass: Theode Legare (35

th

Ann.)�

6:00 pm St. Joseph Public Mass: Joseph Simoneau (66

th

Ann.)�

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Thursday, September 10�

5:30 am Livestreamed Mass: In Honor of Ste. Anne�

9:00 am St. Joseph Public Mass: Fred D. Carey�

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Friday, September 11�

5:30 am Livestreamed Mass: Raymond J. & Dennis Dubois�

9:00 am St. Brendan Public Mass: Chandler Boutet (15

th

Ann.)�

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Saturday, September 12�

4:00 pm Most Holy Trinity Public & Livestreamed Mass: �

Normand Goulet / Gregory Eno 5

th

Ann.)�

4:00 pm St. Margaret Public Mass: Emma Thibodeau�

4:30 pm St Philip Public Mass: Annette DesRoberts�

Private Masses: Madeleine Grover (1

st

Ann.) / Joan Spinney �

(15

th

Ann.)�

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Sunday, September 13 ǀ Twenty�Fourth Sunday in Ordinary

Time�

8:00 am St. Joseph Public Mass: Ginette Chouinard�

8:30 am St. Margaret Public Mass: Paul D. (10

th

Ann.) & �

Rita A. (7

th

Ann.) Robillard�

9:00 am St. Philip Public Mass: Patricia Pinette�

10:30 am Most Holy Trinity Public Mass: Claire I. Allie�

11:00 am St. Joseph Public Mass: Rita Bouffard / �

For All People in Good Shepherd Parish�

Private Masses: Raymond “Tom” Lafortune (35

th

Ann.) / �

Richard Boudreau (7

th

Ann.)�

PARISH LITURGIES ǀ MASS INTENTIONS�

SHEPHERDS OF HOPE�

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Shepherds of Hope pledges ǀ For parishion-

ers who have not made a pledge, we need

your help. Please pray about taking that

step. There are cards at each church or the

parish office to fill out or take home for

prayerful consideration. Bring pledge to

the office or mail to: Good Shepherd Par-

ish, 271 Main St., Saco.�

Note ǀ Any checks, cash can be dropped in �

collection basket, inside a blank envelope �

and must have a name and ID number to receive credit.

Check payments should be made out to: Good Shepherd Parish;

“Shepherds Of Hope” in memo line.�

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Current totals ǀ 769 household gifts ǀ $1,469,482 ǀ 73% of goal�

Cash collected, available for projects as of July 28 ǀ 631,128�

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Shepherds of Hope Pledge Payments ǀ Please note that if you intend

to use ACH or credit card for payment and/or installments on pledge,

you must do so by signing into the parish’s online giving service,

WESHARE. Please do not include bank account information or cred-

it card number on pledge card. Go to the parish website to sign up

and make a payment or set up a recurring payment schedule. If you

decide to use WESHARE, mark that on your pledge card so we han-

dle the pledge properly. �

We have created a link with the Shepherds of Hope logo at �

goodshepherdparish.us/. For assistance, call Amy Loring at 282�3321,

ext. 105. WESHARE charges a fee on each transaction as follows:�

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* ACH withdrawals from bank account: Fee is 10 cents per �

transaction plus 1%, calculated as follows: For example, a $50�

donation will include a 50�cent charge, plus 10 cents, for a total fee�

of 60 cents. The $50 donation results in a net donation to the parish of�

$49.40.�

* Credit, Debit Card Transactions: Fee is 3.25%, calculated as�

follows: A $50 donation will include a 3.25% transaction fee and�

amount to a charge of $1.63. The $50 donation results in a net �

donation to the parish of $48.37.�

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Since the credit/debit card fees are more than double ACH fees, we

prefer use of ACH. Please consider this when deciding your source of

payment. Thank you for your generosity.�

Saint for the Week ǀ September 6�

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To love God as He ought to be loved, we must be detached from all

temporal love. We must love nothing but Him, or if we love anything

else, we must love it only for His sake.�

� St. Peter Claver (1580�11654) , Jesuit priest, patron of race rela-

tions, Feast Day Sept. 9�

NOTICES�

WESHARE EMAIL CAMPAIGN ǀ Once again LPI, our online

giving service provider, is contacting parishioners to encourage

greater participation through this online platform. If we have your

email on file, soon you should receive an email from LPI outlin-

ing an invitation to sign up for this service and it couldn’t be more

timely! The service is safe and easy to use and can be found by

going directly to the parish website: goodshepherdpar-

ish.weshareonline.org. Feel free to call Amy Loring or David

Gadbois at 282�3321 with any questions. Thank you for your sup-

port. �

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Acknowledgement Letters ǀ IRS Rules require that Donations to

GSP of $250 or more are acknowledged by us. Failure to do so could

lead to fines and denial of the deduction to the donor. Some parish-

ioners have asked the parish to save the expense of doing so and not

send one. If you do not want to receive these letters, please include a

signed note with your donation, or you may email

Amy.Loring@portlanddiocese.org and we will do our best to accom-

modate your request. We could also email donor acknowledgements,

a much more cost�effective way of satisfying the requirement, if we

have your email on file. Thank you for your generosity and support. �

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Parish Office ǀ Staff continue working reduced hours due to the

COVID�19 Pandemic, which means closing the reception office

at noon. It is our desire to help mitigate some of the lost offertory

revenues with a payroll reduction. Thank you for understanding,

and please keep Good Shepherd Parish in your prayers. �

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COLLEGE MINISTRY�

Nor’Easter Catholic �

Campus Ministry ǀ UNE, Biddeford �

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Nor’easter Catholic has a small group that meets via zoom; please

email� catherine.gallerizzo@portlanddiocese.org� for the link to join

the call. Have a wonderful summer and we hope to see you back in

the Fall! �

Josh Houde ǀ Assistant Director of Faith Formation�

282�4812 ǀ joshua.houde@portlanddiocese.org�

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Virtual Gatherings for Young Couples ǀ 6�8pm, Thursdays.

While physical gatherings are on hold for now, young couples are

welcome to join a weekly video call for fellowship and prayer. Since

many of our participants have children, the men and the women will

each take one hour of the call, leaving the other parent free to take

care of the kids. If you would like to join the call, please contact Josh

for login. God bless! �

YOUNG FAMILIES MINISTRY�

Michelle Philbrick ǀ Family Catechesis ǀ Pre�K � grade five�

282�4812, ext. 115 ǀ michelle.philbrick@portlanddiocese.org�

Please ‘like’ and ‘follow’ our Facebook page, GSP Faith Formation,

for prayers, enrichment, family and positive ideas. �

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On Sept. 8

we celebrate

The Nativity of the

Blessed Virgin Mary �

Happy Birthday to our

Heavenly Mama! Gather

your family, reflect on her

birth and rejoice in

thanksgiving that God the

Father prepared Our Lady

from all eternity to be the

Mother of Jesus the Son

and Spouse of the Holy

Spirit. May we imitate her ways and grow nearer to the Heart of God

each moment! �

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Spend Time with Scripture ǀ �

Twenty�Third Sunday in Ordinary Time�

“If I tell the wicked, “O wicked one, you shall surely die,” and you

FAMILY CATECHESIS �

SAINT JAMES SCHOOL�

25 Graham Street, Biddeford, ME 04005 ǀ �

(P) 207�282�4084 ǀ (F) 207�286�3693 ǀ

GSPschools@portlanddiocese.org ǀ www.sjsbiddeford.org�

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Giving ǀ It is with sincere appreciation and gratitude that we thank

the following for their contributions to St. James School:�

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Donation toward the Spring Tuition Drive from Robert and Elaine

Stickles�

Donation from Anonymous �

Donation from Don Dube�

Donation In memory of David Farley from June Tardif�

Donation in memory of Richard Quattrone from James and Doris

Lawrence�

Donation In memory of Peg Handlin from Edward Handlin�

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St. James School is Service, Academics, Faith & Excellence ǀ A

Catholic, parochial school committed to fostering spiritual, intellectu-

al, social, emotional and physical growth in a S.A.F.E. and collabora-

tive environment while empowering students to be creative, to think

do not speak out to dissuade the wicked from his way…”�� Ezekiel 33�

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With a strong focus on fraternal correction, the readings for this

weekend may

set us on

edge � we

don’t gener-

ally enjoy

correcting

others. But

these read-

ings assure

us that we

have some

responsibility

to discern

regarding truth and morality and then to share what we have learned.

This is not often easy, but in the second reading where Paul writes to

the Romans, “You shall love your neighbor as yourself.” Perhaps the

beginning of correction lay in our understanding of what it means to

“love” � that is, to help one another gain eternity with God.�

YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY�

Josh Houde ǀ Assistant Director of Faith Formation�

282�4812 ǀ joshua.houde@portlanddiocese.org�

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Gatherings of the Young Families Fellowship and Young Adult

Events are on hold for the time being as we all take measures to

protect the vulnerable from COVID�19. Take advantage of the quali-

ty time with your family and the extra time for prayer and reflection

this Lent. God bless you all! �

Catherine Gallerizzo ǀ Youth and College Minister �

282�4812, ext. 117 ǀ catherine.gallerizzo@portlanddiocese.org.�

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Youth Ministry will take a break from weekly gatherings for the

summer, but we are hoping to do some outdoor social�distanced

activities! Please email Catherine if you would like more infor-

mation. Have a wonderful summer! �

YOUTH MINISTRY�

critically, to act responsibly, and to serve with integrity.�

Consider St. James Preschool ǀ Does your preschool have licensed

teachers? Do the children learn about their faith? Are they taught by

certified teachers? Do they have art, music, P.E., French and library

each week? Are they part of a bigger school community and take part

in all the special events of the school? Does your preschool have an

award�winning lunch program offering fresh fruits and vegetables

each day? If not, consider Saint James Preschool for your child.�

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Saint James School Endowment Funds ǀ A savings account for the

school and support for scholarships. Please contact The Catholic

Foundation of Maine to 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; as

we prepare for the future, we build upon the faith and sacrifice of our

ancestors, creating hope. Contact the Catholic Foundation of Maine,

Elizabeth Badger, executive director: 321�7800 or Eliza-

beth.badger@catholicfoundationmaine.org.�

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DISCIPLESHIP�

READINGS ǀ OBSERVANCES�

COMMUNITY�

GOSPEL MEDITATION�

The 6 pm Rosary usually held at St. Anne’s Chapel will begin im-

mediately, but the site has changed because of present circumstances

with COVID�19. Temporary site is now at St. Joseph Cemetery, in

front of the Blessed Virgin Mary Statue from Notre Dame de

Lourdes’ Church.�

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Evening Telephone Rosary ǀ 7pm ǀ To Participate, dial 1�712�770��

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Readings ǀ Sept. 6�

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Sunday ǀ Ez 33:7�9/Ps 95:1�2, 6�7, 8�9 [8]/Rom 13:8�10/Mt 18:15�20�

Monday ǀ 1 Cor 5:1�8/Ps 5:5�6, 7, 12 [9]/Ps 5:5�6, 7, 12 [9]/Lk 6:6�

11�

Tuesday ǀ Mi 5:1�4a or Rom 8:28�30/Ps 13:6ab, 6c [Is 61:10]/Mt 1:1

�16, 18�23 or 1:18�23�

Wednesday ǀ 1 Cor 7:25�31/Ps 45:11�12, 14�15, 16�17 [11]/Lk 6:20�

26�

Thursday ǀ 1 Cor 8:1b�7, 11�13/Ps 139:1b�3, 13�14ab, 23�24 [24b]/

Lk 6:27�38�

Friday ǀ 1 Cor 9:16�19, 22b�27/Ps 84:3, 4. 5�6, 12 [2]/Lk 6:39�42�

Saturday ǀ 1 Cor 10:14�22/Ps 116:12�13, 17�18 [17]/Lk 6:43�49�

Next Sunday ǀ Sir 27:30�28:7/Ps 103:1�2, 3�4, 9�10, 11�12 [8]/Rom

14:7�9/Mt 18:21�35�

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Observances�

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Sunday ǀ 23

rd

Sunday in Ordinary Time�

Monday ǀ Labor Day�

Tour of the UNE sites related to Father Zenon ǀ Last call to sign

up for this fabulous tour where you will appreciate the founding of

Biddeford’s first two�year high school for boys and its first prepara-

tory college, St. Francis College. You will also appreciate the college

and its Franciscan beginnings, thanks to two brothers, Monsignor

Arthur and Fr. Zenon Decary, who were honored in Biddeford’s Her-

itage awards for their many contributions to the city. Take in their

legacy and the miracles that so many people continue to pray to for

and that are still being acknowledged as these miracles continue to be

manifested. The Friends of Fr. Zenon wish to thank you for your

interest and hope to see you there at 2pm on Sept. 12 and 13. Call

283�3205 for reservations. For those concerned about COVID, proto-

cols are in place and a max of 10 masked persons will be maintained

along with distancing. �

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Reborn, Baptism Preparation ǀ FMI, contact Donna Caron at 282�

4812 x113 or donna.caron@portlanddiocese.org. �

4800; enter access code 686085. FMI, call Mary at: 252�6385.�

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Relevant Radio ǀ Listeners can participate in Masses every night at

8:30 p.m. and Sundays at 10 a.m. on Relevant Radio. The network is

available on a variety of platforms: on 106.7 FM in Portland;�

at�www.relevantradio.com/listen; or on smartphones by downloading

the Relevant Radio app.�

September 6 ǀ Twenty�Third Sunday in Ordinary Time�

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It’s all about reconciliation and conversion, not punishment. Rela-

tionships are not static adventures but wonderful gifts that continue

to develop, grow, change, and mature. We are meant to be social

beings, so isolating ourselves from others is rarely helpful. But, be-

cause human beings are on the one hand tremendously gifted, talent-

ed, and blessed creations, they are on the other also flawed, broken,

and sinful. We all need to humbly admit that we are works in pro-

gress and not only capable of enriching each other’s lives but causing

deep hurts and wounds as well. Hence, we always need to be recon-

ciled. We are always growing, changing, and expanding our

knowledge of who we are and how we are meant to share life togeth-

er.�

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Because reconciliation and conversion are always part of the mix of

life, honesty is crucial. Without honesty, we can easily find ourselves

living a lie and causing more harm than good. Being able to freely

share our feelings, especially those involving pain and hurt, is a char-

ism necessary to pursue and an art to learn. When we are wronged or

wrong someone else, we do not enjoy the confrontation that can and

needs to come. We are taught to keep our feelings to ourselves, espe-

cially when they are negative, and we tend to avoid difficult conver-

sations. Hence, we never really learn how to confront another, suc-

cessfully resolve conflict, find reconciliation, and welcome conver-

sion. When we hurt or wrong someone, it does not mean that we are

a bad or sinful person who deserves only punishment and excommu-

nication. Quite the opposite! We are simply a human person who can

make poor choices and sin and can be forgiven. We can restore and

deepen the relationship that has been affected and find our way home

again.�

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Jesus clearly wants to avoid shame because it has no purpose in

achieving reconciliation and conversion. All broken relationships

deserve a chance at reconciliation. Every person has room for growth

and a need for conversion. We have to learn to be okay with honesty

and not be afraid to hear and process what someone needs to say,

even if it is difficult for us to hear. Severing a relationship, both per-

sonally or with the church community as a whole, ought to definitely

be a last resort and only pursued when all else has failed. �

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©LPi�

Tuesday ǀ The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary�

Wednesday ǀ St. Peter Claver, Priest�

Friday ǀ Patriot Day�

Saturday ǀ The Most Holy Name of Mary�

Next Sunday ǀ 24

th

Sunday in Ordinary Time; Grandparents’ Day�

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First Reading�

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If you warn the wicked,�

trying to turn him from his way,�

and he refuses to turn from his way,�

he shall die for his guilt,�

but you shall save yourself. (Ez 33:9)�

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Psalm:�

If today you hear his voice, harden not your hearts. (Ps 95)�

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©LPi �

Parish Donations ǀ Charitable Deductions�

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Please be aware that the parish office can only track your offertory

donations in our Parish database when you use Offertory Envelopes.

All donations received through your envelopes are recorded to your

member account. We are happy to provide a donation record if �

requested, however, we prefer handling these via email to reduce

administrative costs to the parish. Requests can be made as follows: ·

*Visit www.goodshepherdparish.us/annualdonation�report and �

complete the information requested (most preferred way) or�

*Email Amy.Loring@portlanddiocese.org with “2019 GSP �

Contribution Statement” in the subject line. Also, include name,

envelope number, address, phone number or�

*Call Amy Loring at 207�282�3321, ext. 105, leave same �

information noted above.�

WESHARE donors may self�serve from their account to obtain �

giving/donation records directly without parish assistance. We will

do our very best to respond as quickly as possible. Be advised: All

Souls donations are non�deductible since a Mass is given for those

intentions.�

To receive envelopes, please contact Amy (information above).

THANK YOU ALL in advance for your cooperation and generosity.�

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ANNOUNCEMENTS�

Men's Discernment Fall Retreat ǀ Marie Joseph Spiritual Center,

Biddeford, Sept. 11�13; for college�aged men or older who seek to

follow the voice of Christ. From times of prayer to individual discus-

sions regarding the discernment process, event is an opportunity to

grow closer to Our Lord. FMI, visit www.portlanddiocese.org/

vocations/content upcoming�activities�and�events.�

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Dishwashing position sought ǀ Marie Joseph Spiritual Center look-

ing for part time or per diem evening dishwasher. FMI, email

mjsckit@gmail.com or call 284�5671.�

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Retreat, The Promises of God�with�Ann Boyle ǀ 9:45am to 3:30pm,

Oct. 22 Marie Joseph Spiritual Center. Bring a Bible and journal.

Trustworthy and faithful is our God to those promises God has given

us.� Are we aware of God’s promises? Have we discovered them in

our own lives?�Scripture quotes 100 of God’s Promises.�God longs

to be with us, to love us and to show us a life filled with hope, peace

and joy.�Can we come away for a while and discover the promises

our God has made to us in love? Cost is $60 and includes a meal.

FMI, 284�5671 or www.mariejosephspiritual.org.�

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Worldwide�Marriage Encounter has gone virtual ǀ To support

married couples during this time of social distancing, Worldwide

Marriage Encounter is sponsoring a virtual marriage experience

called Restore � Rekindle � Renew. This enrichment experience will

meet via Zoom for seven sessions on Monday evenings Sept. 14 to

Oct. 26 from 7�9:30pm. Registration is limited and a $100 applica-

tion fee is required. FMI or to apply, call 800�710�9963 or vis-

it �https://wwmema.org/.�

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767-2761Brochures upon request - Home appointments available

NEIL’S MOTORS, INC.Domestic & Foreign

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Dayton, ME 207-282-2998

392 Main Street, Saco, MainePlease call us today to schedule a visit at

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A integrated part of the city of Saco for many years, our small home environment is ideal for seniors with memory care challenges, providing compassionate care and comfort while still allowing

for independence and activity.

Honor Your Family with a Work of ArtOur monuments and markers are affordable, locally designed and

carved using the highest quality granite for 3 generations since 1919.

Tony TirabassiMemorial Counselor

Paul DiMatteoMaine’s Only

Certified Memorialist

Maine Memorial Co.Cemetery & Cremation Memorials

220 Main Street, South Portland (Route 1)Across from Calvary Cemetery, next to Handyman Rental

767-2233 • www.mainememorial.comOffice hours are Mon.-Fri. 8:30am to 4:00pm

Evening, Saturday, Sunday and in-home appointments available.

Prestige House of Flowers Family owned and operated for 42 years! Dolly and Norm Morin Owners

nmorin@maine.rr.com351 Elm Street, Biddeford, ME

207-282-6205www.prestigehouseofflowers.com

Sarah B. Neault144 Main St.,Saco, ME283-1000

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Respectful , Compassionate, Innovative Care for individuals of all Faiths.

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13 Portland RoadBar Mills, ME • 207-929-8200

DENNETT, CRAIG AND PATEFUNERAL HOMES

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www.dcpate.comdcpatefuneral@yahoo.com

ST. LOUIS ALUMNI ASSOCIATIONBECOME A MEMBER TODAY!

St. Louis Association is organized exclusively to providefinancial support for area youth sports programs and the awarding of academic scholarships to youth. Membership

is open to anyone who wishes to support and/orparticipate in the goals of the Association.

Call 207-282-0117 Or e-mail stlouisalum@gmail.com

RAY CHLAMAUSKASSealcoating &

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Kyle CampbellEXTERIOR SOLUTIONS

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Vinyl Siding • Metal & Asphalt Roofs • Decks

Fully Insured

Quality • ConvenienceEco-Friendly

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For personalized and local service to meet your needs and

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Tree Removal • Tree Pruning Tree Cabling

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Old Orchard Beach Funeral HomeServing All Faiths With Sincerity and Dignity

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Roger A TousignantParishioner

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Home • Auto • Life • Business

A Senior Housing & Assisted Living Community43 Middle Street, Saco, ME

(207) 284-7061 • www.wardwell.org

The Wardwell

Realtor/Broker“I WORK 4 U”

207 282-5000 x 209Cell: 207 590-7833

Bean Group323 North St

Saco, Me 04072

Diane S. LeBlanc

DianeLeBlancSells@gmail.com

Michael D. Beaupre, Owner

(207) 282-9022 • (800) 244-902210 Commercial St., Biddeford, ME 04005

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ROBERT T. BOUDREAU

Investments reviewed • Free initial consultationGood Shepherd Parishioner

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( nursing home obligations)Avoiding Probate

Leaving your assets to your family and not the government

ATTORNEY AT LAW685 U.S. Route 1

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