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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
(Physical addresses of churches listed inside)
January 26, 2020
Message from Monsignor René Mathieu: (1) A reminder: Father Dominic is on vacation in Uganda through Feb. 18. Keep in mind that we will be a bit shorthanded during this period. While he is away, we are scheduling only one Mass on weekday mornings. (2) Several years ago, I asked Deacon Kevin Jacques to undergo training for Sunday Celebrations in the Absence of a Priest (SCAP), in case we were ever to face the circumstance when a priest could not be available for a
scheduled weekend Mass. When we were informed on Saturday morning, Nov. 3, 2018, that a previously scheduled priest did not feel well enough to do the 4pm Saturday and 8:30am Sunday Masses at Most Holy Trinity Church, we made unsuccessful efforts to find another priest. At 1 pm, I made the decision to use the SCAP ritual under the emergency circumstances Bishop Deeley previously had approved. We made sure we had enough consecrated hosts on hand by gathering them from other tabernacles in the parish so that we could appropriately celebrate SCAP at MHT. I later informed the bishop about my decision and he assured me it was an appropriate one. To be clear, the American bishops have approved this ritual; while it is not a Mass, there is a Liturgy of the Word. Holy Communion may be distributed and participation in the service fulfills the Sunday obligation. In the recent past, it was used regularly in some Maine clusters but I don’t think that is the case now. This is to inform you that as I write this on Jan. 17, we currently lack a priest to do the 9am Mass at St. Philip and the 11am Mass at St. Joseph on Feb. 16. If we cannot find a priest to help us, Deacon Kevin is prepared to lead SCAP at those times and locations. I am announcing this now in case some of you would prefer to attend Mass in one of our other locations on that day. I will update you as we approach the Sunday in question. Our bishop and priests foresee more frequent cele-brations of SCAP in Maine in the near future, even on a regular basis. (3) Our Shepherds of Hope parish capital campaign continues to grow weekly. Twenty-five weeks after Participation Weekend on July 28, 2019, we have received 703 gifts and pledges amounting to $1,405,051 as of Jan. 21, or some 70% of our $2,000,000 goal. I am happy to report once again that pledges and gifts have been given every week since the start of this 5-year campaign. As a reminder, please complete only one pledge card, even if you happen to give more than originally planned. Also, clearly distinguish any donation to the campaign separately from other donations to the parish, perhaps by writing SOH (for Shepherds of Hope) and simply noting your campaign ID or even your envelope number on your envelope or check memo line. (4) Next weekend, the Church observes the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord. Celebrated 40 days after Christmas, Feb. 2 falls on a Sunday this year. It includes a blessing of candles because Simeon proclaims the 40-day-old Jesus a light to the nations. At the Masses on that day, we will bless candles that we will use throughout the year in our churches. Parishioners are invited to bring from their homes any candles that they wish to be blessed for devotional purposes. (5) Improvements at St. Margaret: Two weeks ago, an electrician refurbished the electrical sub panel in the sacristy at St. Margaret’s Church to bring it closer to current code. This involved upgrading the circuit breakers, installing new SWD breakers and common trip breakers. They also spent time cleaning up the wiring and connections to make it neat and workmen-like. There is still more work that needs to be done; this doesn’t present an immediate need but will be scheduled in the near future. That next step to bring the panel to code, is to change the original 3 wire 100 amp cable to a 4 wire cable, to properly separate the neutral and ground wires. Also, at the suggestion of a parishioner, we have ordered window inserts for the stained-glass windows above the sanctuary space in order to reduce the cold from coming through. Those may have been installed by the time you read this. (6) Repeating from two weeks ago: The bishop has set into place seasonal protocols intended to insure the good health of everyone during this flu and cold season. To sum-marize: parishioners who are sick with any type of cold or flu-like symptoms should stay home; all ministers should make liberal use of anti-bacterial sanitizers; shaking hands by hospitality ministers and by all is discouraged during the Our Father and the Sign of Peace; the faithful are urged but not required to receive the Eucharist on the hand rather than on the tongue; distribution of the Precious Blood is suspended. (7) Thank You of the Week: To parish seamstresses who, from time to time, mend parish vestments and other items used during the liturgy. Thank you!
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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 (now closed for the season) 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
Apostolate of Prayer for Priests - Jan./Feb.’20
26. Rev. Philip M. Tracy, Rev. Kevin M. Upham 27. Rev. Sylvio J. Levesque, Rev. Robert J. Pecoraro SJ 28. Rev. Gerald A. Levesque, Rev. Roland J. Daigle, OFM Cap 29. Rev. Eddy J. Morin, Rev. Aurelijus Gricius OFM 30. Rev. Albin A. Andrus, Rev. Nathan D. March 31. Rev. Gregory P. Dube, Rev. Costanzo Piselli 1. Rev. Gabriel Mutero, Rev. Jacques D. Dolbec SOLT
Let us also pray for our Deacons & Seminarians.
Vocations: “Reform your lives! The kingdom of
heaven is at hand.” Are you being called to proclaim
the coming of the kingdom as a priest, deacon,
religious sister or brother? Call Father Seamus
Griesbach at (207) 773-6471 or write:
Intercessions: For an increase in vocations to the
priesthood and consecrated life and for a deeper
gratitude for the priests and religious now serving
our diocese by proclaiming the kingdom of heaven
among us, we pray to the Lord.
Confessions on Saturdays (or by appointment): 3 pm at Most Holy Trinity, St. Joseph and St. Margaret; 3:30 pm at St. Philip
Women’s Discernment Group: FIAT, a women’s discernment group for high school students, college students and
beyond, who want to know more about Religious Sisters, and may be questioning
this vocation for themselves. Meetings are 2nd & 4th Fri./mo.,
6-8pm, St. Joseph Convent, 409 Pool St, Biddeford. Join us Fri., Jan. 24
[email protected]; Instagram: @fiatmaine
The Relevant Radio Network is 106.7 FM in Greater Portland, or live stream at https://
relevantradio.com/wp-content/media/rrplayer.php. Or, download the free Relevant Radio app on your
smartphone or tablet, search ‘Relevant Radio’ in the Apple App Store, Google Play Store and Amazon.com.
EVENING TELEPHONE ROSARY
Pray the Rosary, 7pm. To Participate: Dial 1-712-770-4800; enter access code 686085.
JOKES PRIESTS CAN TELL, Volume 2 by Msgr. Arthur Tonne: A friend dropped in to visit a popular band conductor and found him going through a large pile of letters. Many were from feminine admirers, requesting locks of his hair. His friend, learning of the many requests, asked, “Goodness, at this rate, you’ll be bald-headed.” “Not I,” confidently replied the conductor, “but my dog will.”
Saturday, January 25 4:00 pm St. Joseph: (Msgr. René Mathieu) Laurent & Bertha Carrier / Constance Lacourse 4:00 pm Most Holy Trinity: (Fr. Brad Morin) Victor Pinard (1st Ann.) / Connie Gregoire (1st Ann.) 4:00 pm St. Margaret: (Fr. David Schlaver) Edward & Simonne Neault / John Shevenell 4:30 pm St. Philip: (Fr. Joseph Manship) Annette DesRoberts / Andre Dube ******************************************************** Sunday, January 26, Third Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:00 am St. Joseph: (Fr. Joseph Manship) Mme. Eva Spenard Carrier / Theresa Tardif (11th Ann.) 8:30 am St. Margaret: (Fr. David Schlaver) Elizabeth LaPointe 8:30 am Most Holy Trinity: (Fr. Brad Morin) Jean Martel (10th Ann.) / Alexander “Andy” Bergeron (6th Ann.) 9:00 am St. Philip: (Msgr. René Mathieu) Robert Martin / Floriant Poissant (7th Ann.) 10:30 am St. Margaret: (Fr. Joseph Manship) Favor Obtained Pere Zenon 10:30 am Most Holy Trinity: (Fr. Brad Morin) Mark Bernier / Gerard Roberge 11:00 am St. Joseph: (Msgr. René Mathieu) For All People in Good Shepherd Parish / Paul LaCourse 5:00 pm Most Holy Trinity: (Fr. Brad Morin) All Souls Day Intentions / Mass with Youth and Families Monday, January 27 9:00 am Most Holy Trinity: Betty & George Prejean / Lorraine Stewart Tuesday, January 28 9:00 am St. Philip: Bob Anastasoff (1st Ann.) / Todd Roberge (2nd Ann.) Wednesday, January 29 8:30 am St. James School: Deceased Members of the Picard Family Thursday, January 30 8:00 am St. Margaret: Carmen Janson / John McGourthy (6th Ann.) & William “Bill” Fitzpatrick Friday, January 31 9:00 am Most Holy Trinity: Priscilla Letellier / Jack Chenard Saturday, February 1 4:00 pm St. Joseph: (Msgr. René Mathieu)
Urbain Paquette / Leo Cote 4:00 pm Most Holy Trinity: (Fr. Brad Morin) Guy Cote / Robert Bissonnette 4:00 pm St. Margaret: (Fr. David Schlaver) Claudette Nolette / Gaston Picard (14th Ann.) 4:30 pm St. Philip: (Fr. Joseph Manship) Annette DesRoberts / Elizabeth Grace Bennett Sunday, February 2, Third Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:00 am St. Joseph: (Fr. Joseph Manship) Mme. Eva Spenard Carrier / Leo Cote 8:30 am St. Margaret: (Fr. David Schlaver) Raymond (18th Ann.) & Anita (10th Ann.) Cloutier 8:30 am Most Holy Trinity: (Fr. Brad Morin) J.P. Fontaine / Ronald Lynes (4th Ann.) 9:00 am St. Philip: (Msgr. René Mathieu) Willard & Eillien Gallagher / Andy & Jeannette Tardif 10:30 am St. Margaret: (Fr. Bob Pecoraro) Sharon Rivas / Favor Obtained Pere Zenon 10:30 am Most Holy Trinity: (Fr. Brad Morin) Priscilla Lettelier / Cathy Anastasoff 11:00 am St. Joseph: (Msgr. René Mathieu) For All People in Good Shepherd Parish /
PARISH LITURGIES
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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.
SHEPHERDS OF HOPE PLEDGES: For parishioners that have not yet made a pledge, we need your HELP! Please pray about taking that step. There should still be cards at each church or the parish office, so fill one out or take it home for prayerful consideration. Bring the pledge to
the office/mail to: Good Shepherd Parish, 271 Main St, Saco. NOTE: Any Checks/Cash can be dropped in the collection basket, in-side a blank envelope, AND must have a name & ID number in order to receive credit on a pledge. Check payments should be made out to: Good Shepherd Parish with “Shepherds Of Hope” in the memo line.
Current totals: 703 household gifts * $1,405,051 * 70% of goal
We have created a live link with the Shepherds of Hope logo on the Homepage of our website (https://goodshepherdparish.us/). Just click the logo and it will take you to where you need to be to get started. If you need assistance, call Amy Loring at the parish office: 282-3321x105. Please be aware that with the convenience comes a price. WESHARE does charge a fee on each transaction as follows:
* ACH withdrawals from bank account - the fee is a flat 10 cents per transaction plus 1%, calculated as follows: For example, a $50 donation will have a charge of 50 cents, 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 Card / Debit Card Transactions - the fee is 3.25%, calculated as follows:
Using the same $50 donation example as above, the 3.25% transaction fee will amount to a charge of $1.63. The $50 donation results in a net donation to the parish of $48.37.
Since the Credit/Debit card fees are more than double ACH fees, we do prefer use of ACH. Please consider this when deciding on your source of payment. Thank you for your generosity.
SHEPHERDS of HOPE PLEDGE PAYMENTS: Please note that if you intend on using ACH or your Credit Card for payment and/or installments on your Shepherds of Hope pledge, you must do so by signing into the parish’s online giving service: WESHARE. Please do not include your bank account information or credit card number on the pledge card. Simply go to the parish website to sign up and make a payment or set up recurring payments. If you do decide to use WESHARE please mark that on your pledge card so we handle the pledge properly. Thanks so much.
Laura Ouellette (born 1920) * Glenn Yarborough (born 1943) Rose Gosselin (born 1920) * Pauline Lemire (born 1928)
May their souls and the souls of all the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace.
Cemeteries of Good Shepherd Parish: St. Joseph / St. Mary
Office hours are typically Mon-Fri, 8:30 am to 4:00 pm.
Kenneth Greenleaf is the new Family Service Advisor for Good Shepherd Parish Cemeteries. Contact info:
282-0747 / [email protected]
Your patience and understanding is most appreciated. Thank you.
Newly Baptized - Good Shepherd Parish welcomes: Kacey Grace Daigle * Lev John McGuckin * Bentley Matthew
Scott * Zane Jordan Nugent * Oliver Paul Belanger * Yann Kyrie Scott Ngabonziza
The Good Shepherd Sisters seek volunteers to help plan St. Andre Home’s 80th Anniversary Dinner & Auction. Started as a home for unwed mothers in 1940 and adapting through the years to now work with survivors of human trafficking, this anniversary is a
time to give thanks and celebrate the many who have been helped and ministered at St. Andre Home. The Good Shepherd Sisters would love
to have your support whether it’s with decorations, identifying and meeting with sponsors, support the night of the event and more. FMI,
email Sr. Terry Gauvin at [email protected].
SAINT JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL
25 Graham Street Phone 207-282-4084 Biddeford, ME 04005 FAX 207-286-3693 Email: [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.
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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 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.
FAMILY FAITH FORMATION
FAMILY CATECHESIS (PreK through Grade 5) FMI: [email protected] / 282-4812, x115
1/26 – CLASSROOM SESSION 1/31 – SPY1 Retreat: JESUS – Scripture, Tradition, & Sacrament
2/2 – AT HOME SESSION Second SPY1 Retreat is scheduled for 5:30pm, Fri., Jan. 31,
MHT. If your child is in grade 1-5 and in their first year of sacramental prep, or if your child is in Year 2 but you were unable to
join us last year, this retreat is for you!
SPEND TIME WITH SCRIPTURE: Third Sunday in Ordinary Time
“The people who walked in darkness
have seen a great light; upon those who dwelt in the land of gloom a light has shone.”
Isaiah’s prophecy is fulfilled in Jesus’ coming to Capernaum, filling the region with new light and hope.
Jesus is hope and life for all, in every age. He who was born at Bethlehem longs to be born in our hearts that we may be comforted and healed. Lord, grant that we may throw open our hearts and let
You in, that we may walk in new light and hope.
YOUTH & COLLEGE MINISTRY
FMI contact youth & college minister, Catherine Gallerizzo, 282-4812x117; [email protected].
HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH MINISTRY: Sun., Jan. 26, 5-7pm All 9-12th graders welcome for dinner, games & small groups!
MIDDLE SCHOOL YOUTH MINISTRY: Tues., Jan. 28, 6:30 -8pm: All 6-8th grader welcome for snacks, games & small groups!
In MHT Youth Ministry Room. Mass with Youth and Families: 5-7pm, Jan. 26, MHT
Catholic Campus Ministry at University of New England, Biddeford NOR’EASTER CATHOLIC
Sun. night Mass resumed Jan. 19.
WOMEN’S SMALL GROUP Time TBD Contact Catherine if you are interested in participating!
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Follow us @noreastercatholic on Facebook & Instagram
https://goodshepherdparish.us/noreastercatholic
FMI, contact Campus Minister Catherine Gallerizzo at above info.
YOUNG ADULTS/YOUNG FAMILIES
FMI, please contact the Assistant Director of Faith Formation, Josh Houde: 282-4812 or [email protected]
Family Night! Fri., Jan. 24, Feb. 7 (no session Jan. 31): 6-8 pm, Most Holy Trinity: open to engaged couples, young married couples and families with young children. MHT Hall open for play. Family Sledding Event, Feb. 1 – Josh and Jill Herrick have offered to host the event at their Dayton home. Event is 1-4pm, open house style (come and go as you wish). Bring a sled along with a snack or refreshment to share. House available for those who need to warm up; cold kiddos; pregnant or nursing moms. RSVP to Josh, [email protected]. Theology on Tap, “How to Read the Bible without Getting Lost,” 7-9pm, Thur., Feb. 20, Ricetta’s, 512 Main St., Saco: The Bible is a diverse book written across centuries by various authors inspired by the Holy Spirit. How does one encounter God through the Bible in a fruitful way? Chris Fuller, Mission Integration Officer at St Joseph College and former theology professor, will share what ties the Bible together and how to read it fruitfully. Theology on Tap is a gathering of college students and young adults (ages 18-39) that features food, drink, fellowship, and discussions on spiritual topics.
Turkey supper, 4-7pm, Sat., Jan. 25, St. Joseph Church Hall, in celebration of Catholic Schools Week; Catholic Financial Life will match a portion of proceeds to benefit St. James School.
Students Take Bishop ‘Around the World’
Bishop Robert P. Deeley took a world tour planned and created by the students of St. James School. Upon arrival, Bishop Deeley was issued a “passport,” which, by the end of the day, was filled with stamps as each classroom had been transformed into a different country as part of a world tour for the bishop and his traveling party: Monsignor Rene Mathieu, pastor of Good Shepherd Parish in Saco; Fr. Brad Morin, parochial vicar of the parish; Suzanne Lafreniere, public policy director for the diocese; Marianne Pelletier, superintendent of Maine Catholic Schools; and Nancy Naimey, principal of St. James. Observing different traditions from around the world and connecting them with their fellow classmates and friends struck a powerful chord in St. James students. “I don’t know your name. We speak different languages,” sang the student body in unison during a prayer service with the bishop. “We may not be the same, but I reach out my hands to you.”
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The Shepherds of Hope envelope in your January packet is included this year if you’d like to help our parish campaign. You are welcome and encouraged to use it to send in a pledge/pledge payment anytime.
If you’d like to send in an Initial Offering envelope donation to help cover the expense of printing, shipping, and handling your
envelopes throughout the year, a suggested amount is $7. You may return this donation at any time.
Second Collection This Weekend: Support the Church in Latin America-This nationwide collection is for the Church in Latin
America and the Caribbean. Your support will fund evangelization, formation, and catechesis projects for the Church in this region which
is suffering from poverty, violence and a lack of priests and lay leaders. Please be generous.
Second Collection Next Weekend: Winter Operations-As the name implies, is merely a way to more broadly appeal for your
support to cover winter specific parish expenses. This would include purchases of equipment, such as shovels and snow blowers, bags of
salt, additional labor costs associated with snow clearing, weatherizing doors and windows, contracted snow clearing services
and heating fuel. Your support is appreciated.
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. Please, it is imperative to notify us of any changes to your contact
information. Call Diane, 282-5370 or Penny, 282-6624.
Friendly reminder for WINTER and the heating season. Please dress warmly for church and close doors tightly behind you. Don’t prop open exterior or vestibule doors; we want to reduce the
drafting of cold air into the building and keep the heat inside. Please watch your step and careful of potential slippery spots.
Thank you!
TMIY! Spring Semester titled, "The Fight of Faith" continues 7am, Sat., Feb. 1, youth room, Most Holy
Trinity. All men welcome. The Fight of Faith equips and enables men to engage in the cosmic, spiritual battle raging in our day. Biblical identities will emerge to inspire heroic lives of service to a calling greater than ourselves. Contemplate
the mysterious Will of God and discover a Kingdom “not of this world.” Embrace our true identity as sons of the Father while
experiencing the intimacy and secrets of a deep and personal friendship with Christ. Uncover the ultimate truth that sheds light on all things: God’s own identity. Fight the good fight of faith to win an
imperishable crown of glory. DVD Program begins at 7am. If you’re able, come early for Liturgy
of the Hours prayer at 6:15; coffee and social time at 6:30. FMI: Ken, 590-5805 or Dave, 590-5198.
†BEHOLD† Eucharistic Adoration Holy Hour 7-8 pm Fri., Feb. 21, Most Holy Trinity (beginning with the Divine Mercy Chaplet at 6:45, Exposition at 7). Experience powerful Praise &Worship as we honor our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament.
CREATION CARE COMMITTEE will sell energy saving light bulbs at St. Philip on Jan. 25 and 26 after the 9 and 4:30 Masses.
Do you feel called to Prison Ministry? Maine Prisoner Re-Entry Network of York County
is In need of mentors and a parish ambassadors. Email Liz: [email protected]
Donations to food pantries at all our churches: This week: Pasta, sauce.
WANTED: WINTER BOOTS FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS: Catholic Charities Refugee and Immigration Services in Portland is
and
parishioners to practice Catholic social justice by donating boots for
26. The collection will
Holy Face Prayer Group, Sunday, Jan. 26, 5-6pm, Decary Center.
Valentine’s Date Night for Couples, 6 - 8 pm, Fri., Feb. 14, Most Holy Trinity, Saco: Married and engaged couples of all ages are
invited to a Valentine’s Date Night of fellowship, enrichment and fun! There will be a chance to meet other couples and reminisce
about your journey , a presentation to enrich couples’ relationships and a lighthearted activity to round out the night. Please bring a
refreshment or dessert to share; beverages will be provided. There is no cost to attend this event. RSVP by Feb. 10 to Josh, 282-4812 or
CALLING PEOPLE WHO LOVE CROSS STITCHING: The Paschal Candles that we gaze at in all Good Shepherd churches are very special. They are enhanced by the cross stitching of liturgical symbols crafted by our parishioners. Not only does the stitching
bring special beauty to the candles, but it saves the parish money by allowing it to purchase plain candles. Several people already are
working on this year’s crafting but more are needed. If you are able and willing, contact Sue Anne, 284-5860.
Women of Virtue, Mornings of Grace, 7-9am, Sat., Feb. 8, Most Holy Trinity Church Hall: prayer, video, discussion, sharing and coffee every second Saturday of the Month. Mornings of Grace, also meets each Saturday morning, 7-8am, Chapel, Most Holy Trinity: pray the rosary, coffee and conversation. All women welcome. FMI, 282-3321, ext. 110 or WOVofGSP@gmailcom.
Movies with Morin, 6:30 - 9 pm, Sat., Feb. 8, Most Holy Trinity, Saco: “The Princess Bride” (1987, PG). Hosted by Fr. Brad Morin on this World Marriage Weekend. Popcorn and drinks. Limited padded chairs available; you are welcome to bring your own. RSVP by Feb. 5 to Josh, 282-4812.
Marriage Preparation for Engaged Couples, Most Holy Trinity: Program comprised five sessions and is a requirement to marry in
Good Shepherd Parish. It’s a wonderful way to build a strong foundation for your marriage. To register, contact Josh Houde,
282-4812, x116, or [email protected]; or sign up online: goodshepherdparish.us/marriage-preparation-registration Schedule: Feb. 29, 9am - noon; March 7, 9am - noon; March 14,
9am - noon; March 21, 9am - noon; March 28, 1pm - 7:30pm.
“Let Go: A Men’s Retreat on Spiritual Freedom in the Ignatian Tradition,” will be held Feb. 7-9, Marie Joseph Spiritual Center, Biddeford, with Deacon Fran Burke, new director of the center. His first retreat is on the Ignatian idea of spiritual freedom through de-tachment. He will use Scripture, the Spiritual Exercises of St. Igna-tius, art, the beauty of winter in Maine and personal experiences to bring this topic to life. Retreat begins at 7pm Friday and concludes with lunch on Sunday. Cost is $240 for a private room and $220 for a shared room. FMI, www.mariejosephspiritual.org or 284-5671.
March Madness Tournament, 12th annual ABBA Round Ball Tournament, 8am-noon, Sat., Feb. 29, St. Joseph College, Standish. To benefit ABBA, a women’s resource center, that offers compassionate peer counseling and assistance to women, teens and parents prepared or unprepared for pregnancy. To register, visit cogchurch.us or 351-5190.
Pray and Play, 9 a.m., Wed. Jan. 29, Most Holy Trinity A group of young people who can feel comfortable in bringing their
joyful noise to Jesus in the tabernacle. Intent is to spend a few minutes interacting, playing and singing in living room downstairs;
then moving upstairs to the side room where the tabernacle is to pray the Rosary in whole or part. A bonus is getting to develop a
community within the parish of our youngest members. Babies and children welcome with caregivers or parents. FMI, go to FB group
"Pray And Play @ MHT In Saco" or contact LJ Gombar, [email protected].
Women of God Book Club, “Sensible Shoes,” a novel by Sharon Garlough Brown, 6:30-8pm, Thurs., Feb. 6, Most Holy Trinity. Facilitated by Deborah Hollis; pages to be discussed: 184-230.
With God all things are possible. (Mark 11:22-25)
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PARISH DONATIONS & CHARITABLE DEDUCTIONS:
Please be aware that the parish office can only track your offertory donations in our Parish Database when you use your Offertory Envelopes. All donations received through your envelopes are recorded to your account. We are happy to provide you with a donation record if requested. Due to staff medical leave, we will begin processing requests this year in February, and prefer handling these via email in order to reduce adminis-trative costs to the parish. Requests can be made as follows:
• Visit our website to fill out the request form for your recorded dona-tion amount: www.goodshepherdparish.us/annual-donation-report (most preferred way) or
• Email [email protected] with 2019 GSP Contribution Statement in the subject line. Leave your name, Envelope Number, address, email & phone number or
• Call the parish office at 207-282-3321 x105, leaving the same info noted above.
WESHARE donors through our online giving service, you are able to obtain your record of giving / donations directly from your WESHARE account. Please avail yourselves to it. The information you need is available immediately!
Due to the large number of requests received we ask that you please be patient. 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.
Tax law requires that we acknowledge receipt of any single donation of $250 or more with a letter, which is standard procedure. However, smaller amounts donated by check to the collection basket that are not in Offertory Envelopes are not recorded, but simply are scanned and deposited to the bank. You must then rely on your canceled check and bank statements, as record for your donation. If you would like to receive Envelopes, please contact [email protected].
THANK YOU ALL in advance for your cooperation and generosity throughout the year!