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WWW.BILLERICACATHOLIC.ORG May 3,2015

The Catholic Community of Billerica consists of three parishes:

St. Andrew Parish, St. Mary Parish, and St. Theresa of Lisieux Parish

These parishes serve the needs of the community in many different ways. We offer prepara-tion for sacraments, religious education for children

and adults, social activities, assistance to those in diffi-

culties, comfort to the sick and to those who mourn a

loss. If we can be of help to you in any way please call

us. You also may find more information about our parishes and activities on our web page

http://www.BillericaCatholic.org

Vacation Bible School 2015 The Catholic Community of Billerica is pleased to sponsor VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL again this summer for the

CHILDREN of our parishes.

The theme will be Parade around the Our Father with Saint Joseph

Who: Children entering kindergarten through 5th grade in September 2015

What: Music, arts and crafts, bible lessons, sports and more.

Where: Hall behind St Theresa Church

When: July 6th through July 10th from 9am to noon

Cost: $25 per child; maximum of $40 per family REGISTRATION FORMS are available at BillericaCatholic.org.

HURRY SPACE IS LIMITED!

We will need volunteers to help with Vacation Bible School: ---if you are entering grades 6, 7, and 8, consider being a junior counselor. ---if you are in high school, consider being a counselor. ---if you are an adult, consider helping with crafts, snacks, outdoor activities, music, group leader.

Those wishing to volunteer should email Mrs. Deb Fergus at [email protected].

Religious Education Registration 2015 - 2016

On time registration for the Billerica Catholic Religious

Education Program continues until Tuesday, June 30th.

Classes are offered for children and youth entering Grade 1 through 10 at the three Billerica Catholic Parish-es. Please visit www.BillericaCatholic.org for a detailed program summary and Family Registration Forms. You may also find the registration form on page 4 & 5 of to-day’s bulletin.

We encourage early registration as classes are filled on a first come, first served basis. Questions??? Please stop by the Religious Education Office located at 470R Boston Road or give us a call at 978-667-3733.

Do you have a child entering 1st Grade in

September 2015?

Now is the time to register your child for Religious Edu-cation Classes.

Preparation for First Communion and First Reconcilia-tion is a two-year process which begins once a student enters 1st grade (or later.)

Registration Forms are available at the Religious Educa-tion Office or at www.BillericaCatholic.org. You may also find the registration form on page 4 & 5 of today’s bulletin.

Don’t hesitate to visit or call us at 978-667-3733.

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CATHOLIC COMMUNITY OF BILLERICA

NEWS

Dear friends, One of my first memories after arriving in the parishes of Billerica was concele-brating daily Mass with Fr Shawn and Fr Marty. Fr Shawn presided and I preached the homily. There were only fifty or so people in the congregation but I was nervous, so nervous in fact I’m sure no one understood what I was saying—I wasn’t even sure what I was saying! Thankfully, you have always been kind and patient and because of that I have grown.

As was announced at the Masses this past weekend Cardinal Seán has appointed me, effective June 2, 2015, as Parochial Vicar for a new collaborative in South Boston. In this new assignment I’ll serve at Saints Monica and Augustine Parish, Saint Peter (Lithuanian) Parish, Saint Vincent de Paul Parish and the Seaport Chapel. Hav-ing gotten over the initial surprise, I've found the idea of leaving the parishes of Saint Andrew, Saint Mary and Saint Theresa of Lisieux difficult. I've forged many friendships here that will be with me for years to come. However, I hope you will share my excitement as I begin to take up the challenges and opportunities that minis-tering to the people of South Boston will bring. When I was in the seminary I used to think the priest was the one who did all of the teaching, but now I know better and I am grateful. The lessons I've learned here in Billerica have been of great benefit to me and will no doubt benefit the people I'll serve in the future. Since I won't be moving to “Southie" until June 2nd I look for-ward to making the most of the next month with you! Please keep me in your prayers during this time of transition. God's blessings, Fr Souza

SPECIAL COLLECTION

NEPAL EARTQUAKE

Cardinal Séan has authorized a special collection be taken up

NEXT SUNDAY in support of relief efforts to those areas devastated by the powerful earthquake that struck Nepal this past Saturday.

All monies will be distributed to Catholic Relief Services (CRS) and other Catholic agencies working in partner-ship with the local church to meet the most urgent relief efforts in that area.

A CRS team is on the ground in Kathmandu, the capital city and one of the most affected areas, providing food and shelter.

CRS is supporting the emergency effort with critical sup-plies for families rendered homeless by the quake: tarps and other materials for emergency shelter, means for clean water, hygiene supplies and sanitation materials.

Thank you for your generosity !!

“Who do you say that I am?” Multi-media Exhibit May 30-31

To celebrate the conclusion of our 2014-2015 Adult Faith Formation program based on “Who do you say that I am?” we will have a multi-media exhibit at St. Theresa Parish Hall during the weekend of May 30-31.

All parishioners are encouraged to participate in the ex-hibit by contributing an artistic expression of any kind in response to Jesus’ question to each of us: “Who do you say that I am?” It can be a drawing, photo, an original prayer or poem (or one of your favorites), a wood carv-ing, etc…the sky is the limit!

Submissions for the exhibit may be dropped off at St. Theresa Parish Hall on Thursday evening, May 28th be-tween 4-6PM or Friday, May 29 th between 9:30 AM- 1PM.

All are welcome to come and enjoy the exhibit on May

30 from 2-6:30 and May 31 from 10AM-1:30PM.

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For all new and returning Religious Education Parents

Now is the time to register for the fall program! We have included the Registration form in this bulletin. Check our website BillericaCatholic.org or see your e-mail for more program information. Don’t hesitate to contact the RelEd office at 978-667-3733 or Deacon Phil at [email protected] with your questions.

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Saturday May 2, 2015

9:00 Lawrence Jamieson, Peggy

Jamieson, Barbara Kelleher;

Memorial

4:00 Emilia Batista and the

Batista Family; Memorial

Sunday May 3, 2015

9:00 Albert St. George, Sr.; 66th Anniversary

12:00 William J. Roe; 2nd Anniversary Richard D. Nee

Monday May 4, 2015

9:00

Tuesday May 5, 2015 No Mass Scheduled

Wednesday May 6, 2015 9:00 Francis; Memorial

Thursday May 7, 2015

No Mass Scheduled

Friday May 8, 2015

No Mass Scheduled Saturday May 9, 2015

9:00 First Holy Communion

4:00 Mabel Melanson; 11th Anniversary

Sunday May 10, 2015

9:00 Milrdred Lally and the Joyce & Lally Families; Memorial

12:00 Francis & Elizabeth Rani; Memorial

PASTORAL TEAM

Very Rev. Shawn W. Allen, Pastor

Rev. Martin Dzengeleski, Parochial Vicar

Rev. Gerald Souza, Parochial Vicar

Rev. Hal Obayashi, Parochial Vicar

Rev. John J. McCormick, Senior Priest in Residence

Rev. Robert Caprio O.F.M., Weekend Assistant

Deacon Phillip DiBello, Permanent Deacon and Director of Ministry and Faith Formation

Deacon Allan Shanahan, Permanent Deacon

Adrienne Cullen, Pastoral Associate

WEEKEND MASSES

SATURDAY St. Andrew 4:00 PM

St. Mary 4:00 PM

St. Theresa 4:00 PM

SUNDAY St. Andrew 7:30 & 10:00 AM

St. Mary 9:00 AM and Noon

St. Theresa 8:00 & 10:30 AM

and 5:00 PM

WEEKDAY MASSES

MONDAY St. Mary 9:00 AM

St. Andrew 12:05 PM

TUESDAY St. Theresa 9:00 AM

WEDNESDAY St. Mary 9:00 AM

THURSDAY St. Theresa 9:00 AM

St. Andrew 12:05 PM

FRIDAY St. Theresa 9:00 AM

St. Andrew 12:05 PM

SATURDAY St. Mary 9:00 AM

CONFESSIONS St. Andrew, St. Mary, St. Theresa

Saturday 3:15-3:45PM

OFFICES Rectory Phone: 978-663-2215

Rectory Fax: 978-663-0127

Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8:00AM - 1:00 PM

Email: [email protected]

OFFICE STAFF Christine Kilburn, Office Manager

[email protected]

Angela Nice Director of Music Ministry

Karen Dubbs, Coordinator of Religious

Education Grades 1-6

Jim Spinale, Asst. Director of Religious

Education Grades 7-10

[email protected]

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