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E-Newsletter for
November 24, 2023
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Message from Fr. John Chrysostom Tibakunirwa, Parish Administrator
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Wisdom and faith are worth the wait, but waiting is more than standing around. Faith is a form of Wisdom which frees us for a vision which goes beyond appearances. The parable which Jesus uses in today’s Gospel has several elements but one main theme is: stay watchful and ready for the coming of the lover of this World. The bridegroom is soon to arrive but he is delayed. Wisdom belongs to a set of Old testament writings that give expressions to a spirituality nourished by an outlook that comes from living one’s life in harmony with the ways of God. As the parable invites us to ask ourselves whether we are ready to meet our Lord and to review the loyalties and values that shape our lives, we may well ponder what is offered to us by God's word in the First reading, the joy and peace that come from being in tune with God is there to be found by those who look.
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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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Thanksgiving Day Mass
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On Thursday, November 23rd, at 9:00a.m., we will celebrate our Annual Thanksgiving Day Mass. This has been a long standing tradition at Holy Name Parish. Parishioners are invited to bring food and wine, which will be used at their Thanksgiving Dinner, to be blessed at the Mass.
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Rosary for Peace
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In light of the tragic events in Israel, we will be praying a Rosary for peace in the world, every Sunday of Advent starting at 10:00 AM. Bring your own needs and intentions as well.
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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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Eucharistic Adoration
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is on Tuesdays, 1-5p.m. Chaplet prayed at 3p.m., Rosary at 4:30p.m. followed by Benediction.
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Thanksgiving Dinner Ministry - Last Weekend of Collection
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Junior Lectors Ministry Seeking New Members
Calling all Stupendous Sixth Graders, Sensational Seniors and everyone in between! Please consider being a Junior Lector. As a new JL you will be trained and paired with a seasoned JL until you are comfortable on your own. You will be amazed at how much you love this very important ministry! So, why not give it a try?!
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The program will begin again in October. Contact Jeanne Haley @ 413-204-4087, or email haleyej@comcast.net, or Ann Fabrycki @ 413-733-5823, ext. 133.
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