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February 17, 2019February 17, 2019February 17, 2019February 17, 2019

ST. PATRICK PARISH, SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME—FEBRUARY 17, 2019

There are no Faith Formation classes this Sunday,

February 17. All classes will resume at their regular

timesnextSunday,February24.

WINTERMASSCANCELLATIONPOLICY

In the event that the Watertown Public Schools are

cancelled then the 7:30 weekday Mass at Sacred Heart is

alsocancelled.

HOUSEBLESSINGS

PleasecontacttheParishOf!iceifyouwouldliketoaddyour

familyhometothelistforahouseblessing.Houseblessings

willbeginsoon.

PRISONMINISTRYTEAM

Anyonewhowouldliketoexplorethepossibilityofbeingon

aPrisonMinistryTeam,pleaseseeFr.Conleyorcontacthim

attheof!iceformoreinformation.

WOMEN’S GROUP Hello women of our Watertown Collaborative. Our January topic of finding your Saint companion for the year was amazing and so beautifully spirited. THANK YOU to everyone who brought wealth of information and interest to us all. February's meetings will focus on the book gifted to the parishes at Christmas, " THE BIGGEST LIE IN THE HISTORY OF CHRISTIANITY" by Matthew Kelly. On February 19 (snow date from 2/12), we will discuss chapters 1 thru 8 and on February 26th chapters 9-15. I'm sure it will be enlightening to listen to our impressions of this book. Blessings! Mary Berkeley [email protected]. We welcome all to join us from 6:30pm—8:00 at Sacred Heart.

PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY We invite anyone who likes to crochet or knit to join us. Yarn, needles, and instructions are available. We create shawls, lap robes etc. which are then blessed and given to those in need of their warmth, comfort, and support. We meet at Saint Patrick Parish, 26R Chestnut Street. Our next meeting is Wednesday, February 27 at 10:00AM. If you know someone who could use one, please contact Fran at 617-924-1919 or Peggy at 617-924-8229.

OFFICE CLOSED The Collaborative Office will be closed Monday, February 18 in observance of Presidents’ Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, February 19.

On Sunday, February 10, our Grade 3 students

worked on creating Valentines Day Goodie Bags for

some of the patients at Children’s Hospital in Boston.

Thank you to all the families that were so generous in

their contributions and thank you to Erin, Julia’s

Mom, for helping the students today. The student’s did a great job getting materials all set

up on the tables, creating Valentine’s Day cards,

assembling goodie bags and finally taking a break to

enjoy some hot chocolate and chocolate covered

marshmallows. We had a lot of leftover materials and

many students wanted to bring home a little something

for someone special in their lives. It was very

spontaneous and it was fantastic to experience the

students asking to bring something home for a little

brother, a sister, a mom, a dad, grandparents or a

family friend who was not feeling well.

Mrs. Ramshaw and Mrs. Brouillard’s 4th Grade Class hosted

the 10:00 Mass at Saint Patrick on Sunday, February 10th.

We thank their parents for doing a wonderful job hosting the

coffee hour following the Mass.


“Crossroads & Thresholds: Embracing the 2nd Half of Life” The Women’s Table of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Boston will host a four-week series for women entitled, “Crossroads and Thresholds: Embracing the Second Half of Life.” This evolving series explores transitions and strengths in the second half of life. Sr. Kathleen Hagerty, CSJ, facilitates this series through input, reflection and group discussion. Each session is held on Wednesday mornings, from 10:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. at the Sisters of St. Joseph Motherhouse, 637 Cambridge St., Brighton, MA. Specific dates include: February 20, 2019. There is no charge for this program, but a free-will donation is gratefully accepted.

To register, please contact Mary Rita Weschler: 617-746-2056 or Linda Boothroyd: 617-746-1603, or email: [email protected].

Spiritual Help For Grieving Parents During Lent at St. Anthony Shrine in Downtown Crossing

One-Day Retreat Saturday, 3/23/19 9:30am-7:00pm Give yourself the gift of getting away to focus on where God is in your life after the death of your child—and how to survive this horrific situation. Pre-Registration at www.emfgp.org required.

One-Hour Brown Bag Lunch Retreat Wednesday, 3/27/19 12:15pm-1:15pm Keeping Ashleigh Alive: My Spiritual Journey after the Death of My Beautiful Daughter Presented by Genevieve Baudin. Bring a lunch; we provide beverages. No pre-registration or cost required.

For more information, see www.emfgp.org Or call 617-542-8057

CARDINAL SEAN O’MALLEY’S STATEMENT ON NEW YORK GOVERNOR CUOMO’S

FEBRUARY 6TH OPINION PIECE IN THE NEW YORK TIMES

"I was very disappointed to read the opinion piece by Governor Cuomo of New York published in Wednesday’s New York Times regarding the law recently enacted in that state. I have penned a few thoughts on the issue, which I would like to share with you here: This week, the New York Times published an editorial by the Governor of New York who makes the outrageous claim that pro-life Catholics are trying to impose our religion on the country. Opposition to abortion is not a “Catholic issue.” We have no right to make Friday abstinence or the reception of Ashes on Ash Wednesday a legal obligation for all citizens. Abortion, like racism, anti-Semitism, and human trafficking are violations of human rights. Innocent human life should be protected by civil laws. Dr. Martin Luther King was certainly motivated by the Gospel of Jesus Christ, but he never saw racism as a “Baptist issue.” And people have not claimed that he was trying to impose the Baptist religion on the country. By the same token, pro-life Catholics can be deeply motivated by our desire to be faithful members of the Church, but we do not see abortion as a “Catholic issue.” It is a matter of defending innocent human life, and that is the obligation of all governments and all people whatever their religious affiliation might be or not be. The move afoot to allow young girls to have an abortion without parental consent and justifying late-term abortion is tragic. The eroding of the sacredness of human life is a slippery slope that begins with abortion, moves to euthanasia and then the elimination of the weak, feeble, and the “undesirable” whose lives are not as important and are inconvenient. Cheapening human life is to devaluate all life. When the abortion debate began, the pro-abortion advocates said it was impossible to know when human life begins. That has become a moot question. While science makes viability possible sooner and sooner in the pregnancy, abortion advocates want to keep moving the goalpost in the other direction. It no longer matters when human life begins. The Pro-Life movement is the largest grassroots human rights movement in the U.S. We must also continue to expand our effort to help women to be able to choose life in the midst of economic and social pressures to take the life of their child. Indeed, I wish to be clear that I recognize the difficult situations women often face in pregnancy. To stand for unborn life morally is not to stand against women in these tragic circumstances. Both the woman and the child deserve our support. Being at the March for Life is so reassuring. Young people, often the least religious segment of the population, are nevertheless the more pro-life generation. Despite the ugliness of the present effort of some to promote abortion, hope for the future is bright because more and more young people realize that abortion is not a religious issue. It is a matter of public morality and the defense of human rights. The day is coming when the abortion movement will find itself on the wrong side of history as the new generation embraces the protection of life."


Saturday, February 16, 2019 4:00pm Marie Hudson Sunday, February 17, 2019

10:00am John “Peter” Clark, 5th Anniv. 12:00pm Antonio & Lucy G. Santoro and Santina Salvoni Saturday, February 23, 2019

4:00pm Peter Warner Sunday, February 24, 2019

10:00am Michael Jones 12:00pm Christopher George Follett

PRAYER CORNER FOR THE LIVING We ask that you please pray for:

Mary Christiano, Antonetta Lupo, Harry Jenkins, Alice Schweitzer, Matthew Donovan, Lawrence Landry, G.G. Black, Viola Corbin, Dee Torro, John Lavalle, Tom Furbush, Jennique Horrigan, Oliver Villarreal, Moira Sullivan, Carlo Crognale, Dianne Mahoney, Reynard Grossi, Jr., Lazarus Morrison, Elaine Russo Journey, Jack Leydon, Cathy Robertson, N.D., Elizabeth Arnold, Rita Anne Horgan, David Guido, Donald Oswald, John McNamara, Bernadette, Rose Carabello, Eleanor D’Amico, Rev. Clement Procopio, Francesco Ruisi, Fr. Michael Nolan, Michael Bergin, John & Lisa, Jean DelRaso, Theresa, Scott, Clare McNally, Eleanor Pacious, Sister Deborah Smith, Mary Ryan, Don Osi, Linda Schwarz, Maureen, David O’Connell, Thomas Scordino, Anna Crimmins, Laurie Ann Dangelo, Rosemary Campbell, Mark Gowrie & Family, Lexie, Lana, Donald Adams, Stephen Butler, Winnie, Marrisa, Sister Kathleen Moran, Nancy Murray, Eloisa Harkaider, Paul Deal, Ralph G. Ricci, Ray

Villalobos, Sal Calleva, Wayne Macri, Stephanie Tirella, Antonette Pacitto, Thomas McDermott, Sr., Lee Yantosca, Paul McManus, Charlie Gryska, and all our sick.

The Altar Bread & Wine are given in the Glory of God and in Memory of:

John “Peter” Clark

Your prayers are requested for Catherine “Pat” O’Reilly, Joseph Mantanza, and for all those who have recently passed

away as well as their family and friends who mourn. May they and all our departed rest in the peace of the Lord.

Thank you for your support of Saint Patrick!Thank you for your support of Saint Patrick!Thank you for your support of Saint Patrick!Thank you for your support of Saint Patrick! 2/9/2019 - 2/10/2019

Offertory: $ 6,498 Faith Formation $ 1,934 Next weekend’s second collection is for the support of the Church around the World. Thank you for your generosity.

ST PATRICK'S DAY ANNUAL DINNER/DANCEST PATRICK'S DAY ANNUAL DINNER/DANCEST PATRICK'S DAY ANNUAL DINNER/DANCEST PATRICK'S DAY ANNUAL DINNER/DANCE The St. Patrick's Day Dinner/Dance will be held this year on Saturday, March 9th at Hibernian Hall. The price remains at $30 per person. This includes corned beef and cabbage dinner by Maria's Catering and music by the Black Velvet Band. Tickets go on sale February 11th. Tables of 8 can be reserved. Call Joan Vachon 617-924-5585. All are welcome!!

SACRED HEART PARISH, SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME—FEBRUARY 17, 2019

Saturday - NO DAILY MASS Sunday, February 17, 2019

7:30am Antoinette DiBacco, Month’s Mind 10:15am Aad Sater Monday, February 18, 2019

7:30am Intention of the Celebrant Tuesday, February 19, 2019 7:30am Mass for the People of Sacred Heart Wednesday - NO DAILY MASS Thursday, February 21, 2019

7:30am Giovannina Scalzo Friday, February 22, 2019

7:30am Intention of the Celebrant Saturday - NO DAILY MASS Sunday, February 24, 2019

7:30am Helen Rooney 10:15am Helen Page

Thank you for your support of Sacred Heart!Thank you for your support of Sacred Heart!Thank you for your support of Sacred Heart!Thank you for your support of Sacred Heart! 2/10/2019

Offertory: $ 4,000 Monthly $ 1,768 This weekend’s second collection is in support of the heating costs at Sacred Heart.

DONATE ALTAR WINE If you would like to donate for the Altar Bread and the Altar Wine for the Church in memory of a loved one, the minimum donation is $30. Please contact the Collaborative Office for more specific information at 617-926-9680.

6th Sunday in Ordinary Time

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code of behavior. Student athletes must dress well, sit in

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studyhallanddocommunityservicehourseachmonth.It’s

amatterofprideandintegritytobeamemberoftheteam,

and eachplayer supports theothers in the effort tobehis

best.

Jesushad justchosentheApostles, the12menwhowould

be His closest companions and the !irst preachers of the

Gospel. At the very beginning of their time together, Jesus

outlines what is expected of those who would preach and

live the Kingdom. Their attitude, treatment of others,

dependenceonGodandthequestforholinesswillmarkthe

lifeofabeliever.

It’seasytobecomecomplacentwithreligion.Peoplefallinto

thegoodhabitsofgoing to church,supporting theirparish

andvolunteeringfromtimetotime.Butthemissionisnotto

sustain the way things are, but to shake things up, to be

signs of the Kingdom that announces a new way of life,

justice,peaceandmercy.Bemorethanapewwarmer.Carry

themessagewithpassionandurgency.LivetheBeatitudes

andyou’lllivethelifeoftheKingdomofGod.

~James Gaffney, © 2009 Karides Lic. to St. George Publishing

[email protected]

SACRED HEART PARISH SACRED HEART PARISH SACRED HEART PARISH SACRED HEART PARISH

770 Mount Auburn Street, Watertown, MA 02472 Office Telephone: (617) 924-9110

SAINT PATRICK PARISHSAINT PATRICK PARISHSAINT PATRICK PARISHSAINT PATRICK PARISH

212 Main Street, Watertown, MA 02472 Office Telephone: (617) 926-9680

Website: www.stpatswatertown.org

MASSESMASSESMASSESMASSES

Sunday: 7:30 am, 10:15 am Daily: 7:30 am Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday

Saturday: 4:00 pm Sunday: 10:00 am, 12:00 noon Daily: At Sacred Heart from Advent until Monday, April 22, 2019

CONFESSIONCONFESSIONCONFESSIONCONFESSION

Saturday: After the 10:15am Mass Saturday: 3:00 - 3:45 pm

BAPTISMBAPTISMBAPTISMBAPTISM

Second Sunday of each month at 1:30 pm First Sunday of each month at 1:30 pm

MARRIAGEMARRIAGEMARRIAGEMARRIAGE

Couples need to make an appointment with a Priest at least six months before the wedding date.

PARISH STAFFPARISH STAFFPARISH STAFFPARISH STAFF

Rev. Kevin M. Sepe, Pastor Rev. Matthew J. Conley, Administrator

Rev. Tounoussia ‘Jean’ Sassou, Temporary Parochial Vicar Deacon John Beagan

Karen DeAlmeida, Director of Finance & Operations Patrice Buckley, Music Director (Sacred Heart) Paula Lowell, Music Director (Saint Patrick)

FAITH FORMATIONFAITH FORMATIONFAITH FORMATIONFAITH FORMATION

Christine Breen, Faith Formation Coordinator Grades K-6 [email protected]

Rev. Matthew Conley, Faith Formation Coordinator Grades 7-8

Matthew Chick, Faith Formation Confirmation Coordinator Grades 9-10 [email protected]

We welcome new members. Please register and use envelopes to support your parish.

MISSION STATEMENTMISSION STATEMENTMISSION STATEMENTMISSION STATEMENT

Sacred Heart and Saint Patrick Parishes form a Roman Catholic Community that dedicates itself to providing an unconditional welcome to all. We proclaim the Good News of our Lord Jesus Christ through the power of His Word, faith formation, service, and fellowship. Our

mission centers on the celebration of the Eucharist with a desire to exemplify Christ’s love and joy through the guidance of the Holy Spirit.

NEW PARISHIONERSNEW PARISHIONERSNEW PARISHIONERSNEW PARISHIONERS

Collaborative Pastoral Office Address: 26R Chestnut Street, Watertown, MA 02472

Email: [email protected] / Fax: (617) 926-3715

Office Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm Monday-Friday (Closed for Lunch 12:30pm-1:00pm)

For Advertising call 617-779-3771 Pilot Bulletins Saint Patrick, Watertown, MA 4810

Lampasona & BloomerElectrical Services, Inc.

(617) 924-8866Residential • Commercial | MA Lic #A14854Anthony Lampasona | [email protected]

Daniel Bloomer | [email protected]

483 Pleasant Street • Watertown, MA Phone: (617) 923-1528

24 Hour Tow Line (617) 923-9016www.pentaautobody.com

PerfectionAuto Body, Auto Service, Towing

Car Wash, Propane, Fuel & Inspections

“Be a Servant” Matthew 20:26

781-893-6260www.BrascoFuneralHome.com

Waltham Belmont

Serving the Greater Boston Areawww.lugaway.com | [email protected]

Home Cleanouts Garage Cleanouts Office Cleanouts Storage Unit Cleanouts Estate Cleanouts Yard Sale Cleanouts Furniture Appliances Televisions Construction Debris Yard Waste Donation Pick Up

EST 1962

MARCOUJEWELERSOFWATERTOWN.COM

Baptismal - Confi rmationCommunion - Marriage13 Main St., Watertown SQ

617-923-0366

For All Your Jewelry Needs

Elder Law – Probate and Estate Planning Asset Protection – Real Estate

182 Main Street, Watertown

617-926-8549 HopeElderLaw.com

Rosaries from Flowers “Handmade from the Flowers

of your Loved One”

841 Main Street Tewksbury, MA 01876

(978) 851-9103

www.rosariesfromflowers.com

Boston Priests. Here for us.

Please give online at clergytrust.org or text PRIEST25 to 20222

to donate $25.Msg. & data rates may apply.

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Vespers (Evening Prayer), 9pm ETLauds (Morning Prayer), 9am ET

Every day:

with CatholicTVPray the Divine Office

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617-779-3771The Catholic Cemetery Association

Shouldn’t your family be protected?

Our ministry includes assisting families before a death occurs. Call today for your free pre-planning

kit including: our free booklet, money saving certificate, information on payment plans and specific information on our local Catholic Cemeteries.

Call Today . 781-322-6300

For Advertising call 617-779-3771 Pilot Bulletins Saint Patrick, Watertown, MA 4810

Ernie Berardinelli, Jr. AAFFloral Designer

Weddings • Family Sympathy Work • Social Events617-875-9421 • [email protected]

St. Patrick’s Art & Environment Ministry Chair and Church Decorator

Stanton Funeral Service

786 Mount Auburn St., Watertown617-924-3838 • 877-924-3838

“A PArt of Your Life Since 1919”Richard J. StantonOwner/Funeral Director

Stanton Funeral Service, Inc. Richard J. Stanton

“A part of your life since 1919”

786 Mount Auburn Street · Watertown, MA 02472-1568 617-924-3838

Since 1945

A Tradition of CaringEnergy ManagementQuality Heating Fuel

The Evolution of Oil Heat

617.924.400040 Summer St. Watertown, MA 02471

Tel: (617) 924-0525 | Fax: (617) 924-2274

118 Main Street, Watertown, MA 02472

MICHAEL W. KELLY INSURANCE AGENCY

[email protected]@mwkellyins.com

CHASE & TOLAN Plumbing and Heating

617-926-3701 . Fax 617-926-2328DAVID CHASE JOSEPH TOLAN

RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL

MA. LIC# M 10305

GAS FITTING, BOILER SALES WATER HEATING

William V. Byrne, D.M.D.GENERAL DENTISTRY

Comprehensive Dental Care New Patients Welcome148 Main St.,Watertown, MA

(617) 924-1220

H & K Insurance Agency, Inc.

617-924-5600 | 182 Main Street, Watertown, MA | www.hkinsurance.com

Who Says You Can’t Save On Insurance? You Can If You Know What You’re Buying!

Home, Auto, Business & More

HICKEY CO., LLCGeneral Contractor

Roofing & Replacement Windows

617-926-2817

THE HICKEY CO.General Contractor

Roofing& Replacement Windows

617-926-2817

Pray forFamilies

ChooseLife

Prayfor

Families

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CLEANERS INC.“Since 1901”

(617) 924-610381-85 Coolidge Hill Rd. . Watertown

THE NEWMAN SCHOOLA coed, private college preparatory high school in the Back Bay. Small class sizes, quality college acceptances, vibrant sports program, International Baccalaureate diploma option.www.newmanboston.org

NOW Grades 7-12

D’AmicoDental Care

617-926-1801

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Carleen J LeBlanc-Hart Owner-Broker Parishioner

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Call today and experience the best in Rentals and Property Management services.

• Local • Maintenance staff • Professional Licensed contractors available • Attentive and efficient

Serving property owners and tenants for over 25 years

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JOYCE FUNERAL HOME

Main Function Hall Ideal for 100-275 Guests.

Functions Manager 617-924-5013www.watertownsonsofitaly.com

[email protected] Pleasant St, Watertown, MA (Parking at rear lot)

Other Function Hall Ideal for 15-80 Guests.

Watertown Sons of Italy Function Hall Rentals

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