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Saint Patrick Parish

‘A Faith Community since 1870‘

1 Cross Street, Whitinsville,

MA 01588

MASS SCHEDULE

Saturday: 4:30 PM Sunday 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM

Monday– Wednesday 8:30 AM

Sacrament of Reconciliation: Confessions are offered every Saturday from 3:30 - 4:00 PM in the Church or by calling the Parish Office for an appointment.

Office Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Rectory Phone: 508-234-5656 Rectory Fax: 508-234-6845 Religious Ed. Phone: 508-234-3511 Parish Website: www.mystpatricks.com

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Sacrament of Baptism: For information concerning our

Parent and Godparent Preparation Program, please contact the

Parish Office approximately three to six months before the

child is born.

Sacrament of Reconciliation: Confessions are offered

every Saturday from 3:30 - 4:00 PM in the Church or by

calling the Parish Office for an appointment.

Sacrament of Matrimony: Couples should contact a Parish

Priest as soon as they decide to marry and before any other

arrangements are made. The Diocesan policy requires a

minimum one-year period of preparation.

Sacrament of the Sick & Homebound Visits Please inform us when a family member is admitted to the

hospital. Communion visits to the aged, sick, convalescing and

homebound are a major concern to us. Please call the Rectory

at 508-234-5656 to arrange these ministerial visits.

RCIA The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults teaches the

history, traditions and Sacraments of the Roman Catholic

Church. Non-Catholics or Catholic Adults seeking

information about full initiation into the Catholic Church,

through Baptism, Eucharist or Confirmation, should contact Fr.

Tomasz at the Parish Office (508-234-5656) or Ed or Pauline

Rutana at 508-234-7089.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION SCHEDULE

Pre school Sunday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Kindergarten Sunday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

First Grade Sunday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Grades 2 & 3 Sunday 11:20 AM - 12:20 PM

Grades 4 & 5 Sunday 8:50 AM - 9:50 AM

Children are to attend the 10:00 am Mass and take part

in the Children’s Liturgy of the Word. Grades 6, 7 & 8 Monday –6:45 PM - 8:00 PM

Formal High School Classes will take place September-

December at varied times. Special Sessions take place

throughout the year check the weekly schedule for times.

Music Ministry Cantor Rehearsal: Tuesday, September 13th, 7:00-8:30 PM

Contemporary Music Ensemble Rehearsals: Tuesday,

September 27th, 7:00-9:00 PM

Shamrocks: Students age 6-12 Watch Bulletin for rehearsal

times and events.

New Members are Always Welcome in any Music Ministry.

Prayer Shawl Ministry As a parishioner of St. Patrick’s, you can request a Prayer

Shawl for someone whom you feel needs comfort by calling or

e-mailing Lucille at 508-234-2255 or [email protected] or

call Shelly or Jackie at the rectory at 508-234-5656

SPiN--St. Patrick’s in Action—Contact Shelly

Mombourquette to find out about this monthly service of

giving back to our community at [email protected]

NAC Food Pantry 508-234-4599 Open Tuesdays 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

& Thursdays 1:00-3:00 PM

Catholic Charities 508-234-3800 Contact Noreen Landry for support in times of need.

Bulletin Information Deadline Information may be e-mailed to [email protected] or

dropped off at the rectory by Monday evening.

Free Breakfast every Saturday from 8-10

AM for those in need. Would you like to be

a part of this ministry? Contact

[email protected] or call the rectory.

Donations are always welcome. Every First Thursday join us

at Jube’s with a coupon and 10% of your bill will be donated to

John 21. Watch the bulletin for the coupon.

OUR LADY OF THE VALLEY

REGIONAL SCHOOL

71 Mendon Street, Uxbridge, MA 01569

508-278-5851

www.ourladyofthevalleyregional.com

Rev. Tomasz Borkowski: Pastor [email protected]

Deacon Chris Finan: Deacon [email protected] Twitter: DeaconChrisPatri

Mrs. Christina Pichette: Pastoral Associate to Youth Ministry [email protected]

Mrs. Jackie Trottier: Operations Manager [email protected]

Ms. Jeanne LeBlanc: Ministry Scheduler [email protected]

Mrs. Shelly Mombourquette: Administrative Assistant [email protected]

Mrs. Mary Contino: Wedding Coordinator [email protected]

Mr. Jack Jackson: Cemetery Superintendent: [email protected]

Mrs. Marylin Arrigan: Staff Support, Bulletin [email protected]

Mrs. Maryanne Swartz: Coordinator of Children’s Ministries [email protected]

mailto:[email protected]

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Saturday, Sept. 3 + Leo Brochu By his Family 1st Anniv. 4:30 PM

Sunday, Sept. 4 + Addison Andreozzi + Ed & Betty Finn

By her Grandparents By their Friends

8:00 AM 10:00 AM

Monday, Sept. 5 + 8:30 AM

Tuesday, Sept. 6 + 8:30 AM

Wednesday, Sept. 7 + 8:30 AM

Thursday, Sept. 8 No Mass

Friday, Sept. 9 No Mass

Saturday, Sept. 10 +John Niejadlik & + Ann Frankel

By Family 5th Anniv. 10th Anniv.

4:30 PM

Sunday, Sept. 11 + Ed Quigley + Dot Skerry

By Family By her Great Grandchildren

8:00 AM 10:00 AM

Sunday, Sept. 4

Monday, Sept. 5 OFFICE CLOSED

Tuesday, Sept. 6

Wednesday, Sept. 7 Prayer Group and Bible Study 7:00-8:00 PM Chapel

Thursday, Sept. 8 Scout Meeting 5:30-9:00 PM Center

Friday, Sept. 9

Saturday, Sept. 10 John 21 Community Breakfast John 21 team Leaders Meeting

8:00-10:00 PM 11:00AM-Noon

Center Center

Sunday, Sept. 11 National Day of Service Noon-4:00 PM

Members of the family requesting the Mass are asked to bring the gifts of bread and wine to the altar. Please make yourselves known to the lector and sit near the gifts.

The Mass book is open for the months of October-December. If you would like to book a mass in memory of a loved one please call the rectory at 508-234-5656.

September 4– Food for the Poor

September 11– Utilities September 18– St. Patrick’s

Religious Education

Second

Collection

Schedule

F AITH

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Coming Up Soon! September 18th! 11AM—7PM!

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KICK-OFF Plus Completion of Church Repairs and Renovations

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Are you new to St. Patrick Parish?

Become a member by going to

mystpatricks.com to register on-

line. Do you have students to

register for Religious Education?

Go to the Religious Education tab and register

on-line, or stop by the office.

Happy Labor Day Weekend! I wanted to share with you this arti-cle pulled from Lifeteen.com that has an interesting perspective on labor, and the dignity of work from the young adult perspec-tive.

You Better Work: The Importance and Dignity of Work by Megan Bodenschatz When I was in high school I wanted to go on a school trip to France. I need to pay for it, so I got my first job at McDonald’s. After school I would put on a teal polo shirt and black visor emblazoned with a bright yellow “M” and go to work to earn some cash. I was reminded of this recently, when my mom announced that she’d found a trip to France to go on and she wanted me to go with her. Of course I said yes, but as I looked at my budget I realized that even though I have a full time job, I was really going to need to earn some more money if I want-ed to go. As Britney Spears recently advised, “You wanna… party in France, you better work.” You wanna buy something? You need some money. So I’ve gotten a part-time job, because this is how the world works. If you want to buy a car, get your nails done, or go to the movies you need to pay for it with money. If you don’t have enough money, you need to get some from somewhere, usually by working. Recently, some New Yorkers discovered former Disney Channel star Dyl-an Spouse (The Suite Life of Zack and Cody) working at a restaurant. He hasn’t run out of money, he says, he’s just working “to feed my over bounti-ful video game addiction.” In other words, he loves video games (which are mad expensive), and rather than spend the money he’s probably living off of and saving for retirement, he got a job to pay for them. Because if you want something, you have to work for it. If you don’t have to work… If you’re living with your parents you may not have to work to get the things you want. Maybe they buy all your video games. There are still some great reasons to work though. For one thing, spending a few hours freezing your fingers off at the Drive-Thru window makes you appreciate all the hard work your parents do to put a roof over your head. It also gives you experience in a workplace — like how to get along with others and follow your manager’s orders. You may even get a reference for college, or your next job. And lastly, it’s never too early to start saving mon-ey. Trust me. The Dignity of Work Work, however, is more than just a means to earn money to buy things. Work is part of God’s plan for us to find fulfillment in our lives and to build up society. The Catechism of the Catholic Church says, “Human work proceeds directly from persons created in the image of God and called to prolong the work of creation by subduing the earth, both with and for one another” (2427).

Pope Francis said, “Work is fundamental to the dignity of a person. Work, to use an image, ‘anoints’ us with dignity, fills us with dignity, makes us similar to God, who has worked and still works, who always acts…” When we work we also become worthy of honor and respect. So whether you’re working to pay for your mini-golf habit (if only that wind-mill was a little slower!) or working to save for the future, remember that it not only a means to an end but also part of the greater plan of God. Christina Pichette

September 4th,

2016

Canonization

of Blessed

Mother Teresa

of Kolkata at

the Vatican

Thank you to all those who helped to support our

Lemon-Aid Stand. With your incredibly generous

response, we raised $755 to help provide clean water

for those who lack it in a variety of African nations. This amount will be matched dollar for dollar by a donor to the organization with

which we are working. If you are interested in seeing where our money is going please visit

www.bloodwater.org. Thank you for your generosity! Ray,

Maryanne, and Marybeth PS- there are pictures if you want them on

the St. Patrick's Facebook page.

Thank You!

Is God Calling You? Do You Know Someone Who Would Like To Learn More About The Catholic Faith? Is There Someone You Know Who Is Bap-

tized Catholic, But Never Received The Sac-raments of Eucharist and Confirmation? St. Patrick’s RCIA Team is excited to invite you on “A Journey of Faith”. Let us walk with you as you discover more about the Catholic Faith and its role in our lives. For more infor-mation please contact Deacon Chris Finan at (508) 234-5656.

The Knights of Columbus If you are not a member of the Knights of Columbus and would like to join us, please talk to any Knight or visit www.kofc365.org.

http://www.kofc365.org/

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Goods-Kids’ Toys and Books-Bouncy House-Raffle-Garage

Sale-Hot Dogs-Hamburgers-Sausage & Peppers-Fries-

Special Surprises and Much More!

YOUR HELP IS NEEDED:

“Treasure Trove” Yard Sale

First, a special “thank you” to all who contributed in whatever way to the success of last year’s Yard Sale. This year the Yard Sale will again be located in the Recto-ry Garage. Due to limited space, in addition to the usual items that cannot be accepted (computers, printers, TVs, large sound systems) there will not be room for large fur-niture such as couches and large living room chairs, bed-room pieces, and exercise equipment. Mismatched and odd pieces of dish/glassware do not sell, but complete sets of same are always welcome. Volunteers are always needed and welcome to help sort, organize and price prior to the Festival. Donation drop-off dates at the rec-tory garage are: 9-Noon Sat. 9/3 and Sat. 9/10, and 3-6:00 on Fri. 9/16. Volunteers or questions…please contact Regina March (476-2236) .

“THEMED” GIFT BASKETS & SILENT AUCTION ITEMS NEEDED

If you believe in the reason why you are being asked to donate…you will truly enjoy doing so. Please consider donating a “Themed” gift basket and/or silent auction item for St. Patrick’s Fall Festival. To kick off this year’s gift basket fun... (Since it is an Olympic year), we will be giving out God’s Gold, Silver and Bronze awards for the best themed basket! Show St. Patrick’s Parish your part of their team! Show the parish your creativity!

Go for God’s Gold! Gift Baskets and Silent Auction Donations can be dropped off in the parish center between noon and 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 17. Please contact Colleen Carse at [email protected] or Julie Cray at [email protected] or Mary Thompson at

[email protected] if you would like to donate or have any questions. This year’s basket/silent auction winners will be contacted on Monday, September 19, 2016 and pick up of the baskets will be at the rectory on that day and/or during that week.

CRAFT TABLE It's that time of year again and do we ever need your help!!!!!!!! This year we will be bigger and better than previous years. It is our mission to see if we can collect beautiful made items in a shorter period of time. But with the help of the good people of Saint Patrick's WE CAN DO IT!!!!!! Any homemade item whether it be sewing, knitting, painting, jewelry, etc. will be appreciated. Please consid-er helping. It takes a lot of time and effort for all the people running the festival but it takes the parishioners to

make it a success!!!!!! Please come visit our table in the parish center on Saturday September 17th after the 4:30 Mass and on Sunday September 18th between 11-7. And once again this year we will have jewelry made from " Saint Patrick's bulletins" by Gail Lang. Donations can be dropped off at the rectory or please call Janet at 508-234-4865. Donations may be left in the parish center between noon and 6 PM the day before the festival, also. Thanks!

DOT’S KIDS CORNER

Dot’s Kids Corner is looking for gently used, clean children’s toys and books. We also accept dress-up clothes and dance outfits in

good condition. Drop off for these items is in the parish center on Saturday, September 3rd, 9 AM to 3 PM and Saturday, September 10th from 9 AM to Noon and Friday, September 16th from 3 to 6 PM. Please contact Betsy Saucier @ [email protected] 508-234-8403 or Barbara Bro-chu at [email protected] 508-266-0898 for pick-up or more information.

St. Patrick’s Fall Festival!

Faith Formation Kick-Off!

Completion of Church

Renovations and Repairs!

New Sunday 5 PM Mass!




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Prayer for Those in the Service

Almighty God, we stand before you asking for your divine mercy and protection. Embrace with Your invincible armor our loved ones in all branches of the service. Give them courage and strength against all enemies both spiritual and physical and hasten their safe journey

back to their homes and families. Amen Please remember the following service personnel in your Prayers as they serve and

protect our country:

Pvt. Tyler Finnigan, US Army, Ft. Devens, MA L.Cpl. Aaron Marshall, Okinawa, Eric Hoyt, Machinist 1st Class, USS George H.W. Bush Aircraft Carrier,

U.S. Army, L.Cpl. Troy Monteville, Afghanistan, LTJG David Mobed, US Navy, USS Mason

Secure! Convenient! Easy! Just click on the website at mystpatricks.com/on-line-giving to see how it works. Questions? Call Jackie

Trottier at 508-234-5656 or email her at [email protected].

St. Patrick’s Building Fund

Phase II

Thank you to everyone that has responded to the second phase of our Building Fund for the outside renovation. We’ve already received over

$206,329.00 in continuation of pledges and

new pledges from 91 families!

Please consider donating!

E-mail [email protected] if you want to continue your pledge, get information as to how to pledge or go to http://mystpatricks.com/on-line-giving to look at giving online.

The Blackstone Valley United Methodist Church in Whitinsville will host a clothing swap on Saturday, September 10 from 9am to 11am. We accept gently used men's, women's and kid's clothing, shoes and accessories. No rips or stains please. Items can be dropped off the night before between 6 and 7pm or the

morning of the swap. You don't have to take anything home in or-der to donate and you don't have to donate in order to take any-thing home. Use the driveway between Domino's Pizza and the law office and come in the church's back door. Everything is free and open to the public. Whether you're looking to clean out your closet or update your wardrobe, this is the event for you! Please email [email protected] or call Christine at 508-234-8131 if you need more information.

SAVE THE DATE! St. Patrick's will host a National Day of Service on September 11, 2016 from 12 noon to 4:00 PM. All are invited from the community.

Do you want to get involved? Want to help plan? Contact Ray Kane at 508-341-2240 or

[email protected]

NAC Food Pantry Please remember those that are less fortunate. The NAC Food Pantry helps local area families, and will accept any nonperishable food in date. If you

would like to donate please drop items off in the boxes at the entrance of the Church or drop a donation in the basket marked for the NAC Food Pantry.

Our Lady of the Valley Regional School 4th Annual

Sip N’ Social

**Fundraiser to Benefit OLV Technology**

Sat. Oct. 1, 2016 6:30—9:00 PM St. Mary’s Parish Center, 75 Mendon St., Uxbridge

~Drinks ~ Hot and Cold Hors D’Oeuves ~ ~ Live Music ~Raffles/Prizes~

$30/Ticket—Enters you into event and live raffle featuring great giveaways including a Kindle Fire!

Mail checks or cash payment to: Our Lady of the Valley, c/o Sip N Social Event, 75 Mendon St.,

Uxbridge, MA 01569

A 21+ Only Event Ticket pick-up at door.

Questions call Danielle at 508-330-8372

We are in need of more Liturgists for our Chil-dren’s Liturgy program. Commitment would be

once every 5 to 6 weeks, and less often if we have more folks volunteer - high school age and

up can volunteer! If you are interested please contact Maryanne Swartz. Thanks!

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