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E-Newsletter for
November 10, 2024
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Message from Fr. John Chrysostom Tibakunirwa, Pastor
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The First Reading this Weekend presents God has set a prophetic Revelation of God's care for the Widow Zarephath, her son and Prophet Elijah. Remember this all takes place in a foreign land which is looked down upon by the people of Israel. We hear then of God's taking care of the widow after she had made a move of faith responding to the Prophet's request to feed him. She does not run out of her meager food supply. So to speak her flour and oil does not run out.
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In the Gospel, Jesus and His disciples are people -watching. The Jews who enter the Temple are putting money into the poor box as alms. The widow drops in to the Temple and her two little coins. This becomes a high point for Jesus. She has little as she donates. Others have much and contribute out of their surplus. She gave all she had: The others gave some of which they had plenty.
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With these Readings today, we could each ask for the grace to be able to give more -from deeper inside of us.
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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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Beacon of Faith - Pledge Month
We have already met our ACA goal of $50,000. Because of this, 50% of all funds raised will be returned to the parish; and 75% of funds raised over the target will remain here.
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We are asking all parishioners to please turn in their pledge cards before Thanksgiving. We hope you consider making a 4-year pledge to the campaign.
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Religious Education
- Sunday morning CCD (Faith Formation) programs are on-going at the Social Center. First graders are being welcomed for Pre-First Communion classes, and those children who had their First Communion are welcome to continue their religious education.
- We are also registering adults who need their sacraments.
- There will be a Retreat for all Confirmation Students at the church on Sunday, December 8th, from 3:00-6:00p.m. with Fr. Yerick Mendez
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If you have any questions, please contact Sr. Caritina at 733-5823, ext. 130, or at 413-777-5115.
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Thanksgiving
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On Thursday, November 28th at 8:15a.m. we will celebrate our Annual Thanksgiving Day Mass. Parishioners are invited to bring Thanksgiving dinner food and wine to be blessed at this Mass.
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Carpet Cleaning
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will be done on Wednesday, November 13th after the 8:15a.m. Mass. The church will be closed for all activities the remainder of Wednesday and Thursday. We re-open Friday for the 8:15 Mass.
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Three Kings Celebration
Holy Name parish is preparing for the celebration of the Three Kings, which will take place on January 5, 2025 in the Social Center. If you would like your children to receive gifts from the Three Kings, please sign them up using the link below. To receive gifts, children must be between the ages of 1 month to 13 years old and must be present at the celebration accompanied by an adult. Last day to register is November 20, 2024.
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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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October 22 - No Mass
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On Tuesday, the 22nd of October, the priests of this diocese will be on retreat with Bishop Byrne. Therefore, there will be no 8:15a.m. Mass or funeral scheduled for this day. Adoration will continue as usual.
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Eucharistic Adoration Time Change
(The day will still be Tuesday)
With the daylight hours decreasing, the new time will be 1-4p.m. starting on November 5th.
The Chaplet will still be prayed at 3p.m. and the Rosary at 3:30p.m. followed by Benediction.
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From the Diocese of Springfield, Office of the Vicar General
Dear friends, we have all witnessed the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene. For so many whose lives were impacted, there is a long road ahead. It is at moments like this that we are called upon to look beyond our community to help those in need.
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Thank you in advance for your compassionate response.
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Blue Army
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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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Bible Study
takes place on the third Wednesday of every month at 10:00a.m. at the rectory.
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Everyone is welcomed to come.
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