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E-Newsletter for January 26, 2025
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Message from Fr. John Chrysostom Tibakunirwa, Pastor
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Reference from today's First Reading we hear Prophet Nehemiah offering us this: Ezra reads plainly from the book of the law to the people gathered, including children who were old enough to understand. As they heard the words Ezra was reading, the people came to realize their sinfulness and began to weep. Yet, Ezra reassured them of God's love. What a powerful reminder to us to listen carefully to the word of God and to always remember the Lord must be our strength.
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Luke, in today's Gospel, strives to assure Theophilus of the care and accuracy in his account of Jesus reading in the synagogue. Jesus reads from the scroll about His Prophecy, and then simply says: Today the Scripture passage is fulfilled in your hearing. It would be wonderful if messages were always so clear.
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Praying with Ezra reading the law and Jesus reading in the synagogue invites me to examine the Second Reading from Paul to the Corinthians through a new lens. The metaphor that the Church is comprised of many parts of the same body is a favorite Scripture passage and an effective way to open up discussions about community and variety in gifts.
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News & Events
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Please watch here for news and events, and join our events for good Catholic community!
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St. Patrick's Day Celebration
will be on Saturday, March 8th after the 4:30p.m. Mass
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Eucharistic Adoration
The new time is 1-4p.m (still on Tuesdays). The Chaplet is prayed at 3p.m. and the Rosary at 3:30p.m. followed by Benediction.
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Youth Rally
The Office of Youth Ministry invites all middle to high school aged youth from across the diocese to the third annual “The Path that Leads to You” DIOCESAN YOUTH RALLY at 5:30pm on February 8, 2025 at Pope Francis Prep high school in Springfield, MA. The exciting day will feature Bishop Joseph Espaillat, America’s youngest bishop, national youth speaker, and rapper. Enjoy live music, fun games, dynamic talks, and a powerful experience of Eucharistic Adoration. The rally is organized by the Diocesan Youth Ambassadors, a group of high school leaders, who have spent nearly a year planning the event. Don’t miss this chance for the young people in your life to grow in faith, connect with others, and be inspired
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Bi-lingual Retreat
with Fr. Yerick Mendez– Sunday, January 26th, 5-7p.m. in the church for Confirmation candidates and their parents, and for the parents of the First Communion students. If you have any questions, please contact Sr. Caritina at 733-5823, ext. 130, or at 413-777-5115.
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Blue Army
On the first Saturday of every month, the Blue Army group follows the 8:15a.m. Mass with a rosary, meditation on the mysteries and confession until approximately 10:30a.m. Everyone is invited to stay after Mass to take part.
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Junior Legion of Mary
The Junior Legion of Mary is coming to Holy Name in October! The only requirements are being under 18 and wanting to grow with God.
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