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1 Saint Joseph c'basi(ica Parish of the 'ThirifMitTennium Mission Statement Saint Joseph Parish is committed to proclaim the gospel message of Jesus Christ as a Catholic community offaith, by promoting a sense of commitment to the Church, encouraging divine worship and prayer, fostering evangelization and nurturing the spirit of service. Within the context of our Polish - American religious and cultural heritage, we foster our tradition and aspire to personal growth in faith. We are determined to develop our vision for the future, to educate the children in Christian values and to be receptive to the creative and saving grace of God 53 Whitcomb Street, Webster, MA Phone: Fax: rectory@stjosephwebster.com Parish WebSite: Sunday Vigil: Sunday: Holy Day Vigil: Holy Day: Weekdays: LITURGICAL CELEBRATIONS 4:00 p.m. 7:00 a.m.(polish); 8:15 a.m.; 9:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. (Polish) 5:00 p.m. 7:00 a.m.; 8:15 a.m.(polish); 9:30 a.m. 7:00 p.m. (Bilingual) 6:30 a.m.; 7:00 a.m. CONFESSIONS - SPOWIEDZ Saturday:... 3 p.m. Eve of Holy Days...3 p.m. Thurs. before First Friday:...3 p.m First Friday p.m PARISH OFFICE HOURS Mon. - Fri.: 9 a.m noon & 1 p.m. -4 p.m. Wednesday - Office Is Closed! Please call ahead for an appointment with a priest. PARISH PERSONNEL Rector:... Rev. Msgr. Anthony Czarnecki Adm. Secretary... Terry Miller Financial Secretary... Ewa Mamro Dir. of Rel. Ed.... Mary Jolda Organist... Robert WOjcik Cemetery Manager... Kevin Rekowski Sacristans... Al Richard & Joseph Ziak RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) is a process established by the Church for individuals to become Catholic and receive the Sacraments of Initiation-Baptism, Confirmation, and the Eucharist. If you wish to become Catholic, or are a Baptized Catholic in need of making your First Communion and/or Confirmation, please call the Religious Education Office. BAPTISM: On designated Sundays. Please call to make arrangements. Parents are required to receive orientation. MARRIAGE: Proper preparation for marriage requires one year's notice. Please contact the rectory for appointment. MINISTRY TO THE SICK: For those of advanced age, ill or hospitalized, call the rectory to arrange visitation. PARISH M1EMBERSHLP: If you would like to become part of St. Joseph Parish Family, please call the rectory. SAKRAMENT CHRZTU: W wyznaczone niedziele. Prosz zadzwonié na plebaniç, aby ustalié datç. Rodzice zobowizani sa do krótkiej katechezy. SAKRAMIEN1' MALZENSTWA: Narzeczeni powinni zawiadomié kancelariç parafialnq rok przed datq Alubu. SAKRAMENT CHORYCH: Po sakramentaln, poslugç ksiçdza proszç dzwonió na plebanie. ZAPISY DO PARAF11: Parafia 9w. Józefa serdecznie zaprasza nowych czlonków. Zapisy przyjmujemy w kancelarii paraflalnej. SAINT JOSEPH SCHOOL 47 Whitcomb Street, Webster, MA Phone: Fax: Principal...Mr. Donald F. Cushing Secretary...Ms. Jennifer Mahlert

2 I Page 2 November 8, listopad 2009 r. Masses for the week - Msze Sw. Podczas Tygodnia Sunday Vigil-November 7 4:00 r.s. Joseph Kwasniewski -mt. wife and daughters Sunday-November 8 7:00 Zaparafian 8:15 r.s. Anna Godzik -mt. children 9:30 r.s. Catherine Knych -i. M/M Bernard Knych & fam. Baptism - Parker Philip Devish 11:00 s.p. Franciszek Sczepaniak -mt. Teresa Plewa z rodzina Monday-November 9 6:30 r.s. Bernard S. Przelomski, Sr. -mt. wife and family 2 pm Oakwood Nursing Home r.s. Joanne Houle (t anniv.) -mt. family Tuesday-November 10 6:30 r.s. Florence Sniadach (91h anniv.) -mt. Dorothy Sabaj & family 7 pm Memorial Mass for the deceased members of St. Joseph Polish Women's Club Wednesday-November 11 6:30 r.s. Dr. Alfred lacobucci -mt. wife and children 7:00 Za wypominki Thursday-November 12 6:30 r.s. Bernard Kozik -mt. Robert Wojcik Friday-November 13 6:30 r.s. Olga Pendrak -i. Edward Sitkowski, Roland Malboeuf & John Hickey 7:00 r.s. Bernice Duhamel -mt. Holy Rosary Sodality Saturday-November 14 7:00 r.s. Ludwik Bomba (anniv.) and Mitchell Bomba -mt. family Sunday Vigil 4:00 r.s. Albert S. Knych (anniv.) and Constance M. Knych -mt. daughter Jean, husband Tom and family Sunday-November 15 7:00 Za parafian 8:15 r.s. Leon Lenkiewicz (23Td anniv.) -mt. son & daughters 9:30 r.s. Marlene Harris (1St anniv.) -in, husband and family 11:00 s.p. Balbina Sarzynska -int. corki z dziecmi 1-25 Club Winner for the 7" Week - #96 Florence Motyka SACRIFICIAL OFFERING - November 1, 2009 Weekly $ ;Diocesan Obligations $ ; Fuel $176; All Saints $754. WORD OF LIFE. Every little boy and girl is a unique and irreplaceable creature designed by the God of love, his personal gift that comes to us bearing his image and likeness. While biological parents assist in God's creative act, God contributes the child's eternal soul his or her intellect, consciousness, will and the capacities to reason and love, to hope and aspire. - Respect Life Program Flyer Waiting. Our Lord prefers to wait for the sinner for years rather than keep the sinner waiting one instant. St. Francis de Sales THIRTY-SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME November 8, 2009 The Lord keeps faith forever, secures justice for the oppressed, gives food to the hungry. Psalm The Call to Discipleship. The core vocation in the Gospel of Mark is the vocation, or call, to - discipleship. Today's Gospel. passage provides us with one last example of what the vocation to discipleship means, and one example of what it doesn't mean. A destitute widow shows us that discipleship means following Jesus' way of service, even if it requires giving one's livelihood (or life). In our reading from the book of Kings another widow and her son are close to death. They, too, give what little they have, but they are rewarded by Elijah with food enough for a year. And the reading from the Letter to the Hebrews reminds us that Jesus sacrificed his life "to bring salvation to those who eagerly await him." The second collection this week is for the final Phase III payments Next weekend a second collection will not be taken. DEVOTION TO SAINT JOSEPH Saint Joseph has been a powerful intercessor before God for human needs. Probably for this reason he was declared as patron of the Universal Church. People with various needs pray to St. Joseph such as starting a new business, financial difficuties, protection of the family or for someone who is approaching his final hours of life on earth. Recently in our country it has almost become fashionable to pray to St. Joseph to sell the house, to buy a house etc. People are continually looking for novenas, prayers, Masses to St. Joseph. In our Basilica we have a novena of Masses every Wednesday at 6:30 in the morning. I want to believe that many people in our parish experience a variety of needs and seek the protection of St. Joseph in their journey of life. We invite all of them for the 6:30 a.m. votive Mass. SCHOOL NEWS On Friday, October 30, the students of St. Joseph School with their parents truly enjoyed the Halloween celebration with a variety of treats. Parents spent a lot of time to decorate, serve and provide the appropriate background for this annual cultural event. It was the best attended social gathering which filled the cafeteria and the corridors. The children enjoyed many goodies including ice cream. Of course, the highlight was the costumes parade. Also during the school day the children enjoyed moments of common gathering and treats. It seems that from the beginning of September children identify Halloween as an important social gathering in the certain monotony of daily work until the Christmas season. I want to thank the Home and School Association for their leadership and the parents for their assistance.

3 Page 3 November 8, listopad 2009 VETERANS DAY On Wednesday, November 11 ' we observe a treasure from our tradition, Armistice Day, which began with the signing of a symbolic treaty between the allies and Germany, ending World War I (then called the "Great War") on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month in The auspicious date was actually a well-established religious holiday, the feast of Saint Martin of Tours, a beloved soldier saint of the army of Rome. After World War II, Armistice Day was changed to Veterans Day in the United States. The date was declared a national holiday and in many parts of the world people take a two-minute moment of silence at 11:00 a.m. as a sign of respect for the roughly 20 million who died in the war. Let us remember all those who died that we might live in freedom. HOME AND SCHOOL ASSOCIATION (HSA) GENERAL MEETING The HSA general meeting was held on Tuesday, October 27.The general topic of this gathering of parents was the safety of children presented by various individuals addressing many different aspects of protection. The presentation of Atty. Julie Lashur from District Attorney Joe Early's office was an eye-opener to many people when she declared that the very dangerous place for a child is not only the streets or bad influence of the neighborhood students, but also the home. Students have a tendency to use the internet and cellular phones late at night when they are not supervised and this is the time when they could encounter real danger. She outlined several steps of helping the children avoid falling into the trap of various predators and devious individuals. Atty Lashur also has been the criminal prosecutor for abused children. ALTAR SERVERS On Saturday, the 31St of October, the Altar Servers had an opportunity to participate in the organized program at the Haunted Hay Ride at Century Sportsman's Club in Auburn. Prior to the hay ride the young altar servers participated in trick or treat on Camile Road. The students enjoyed the spooky, scary hay ride and then encountered a special program prepared for them. They were treated with various goodies and apple cider, and enjoyed the hospitality of the club. We thank Ewa Mamro for organizing this event. FROM THE OFFICE OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION RCIA meets Tuesday nights at 7 p.m. weekly. Confirmation. Next meeting is Sunday, November 15 th at 8 a.m. in St. Joseph School. Please be prompt. Youth Group Mass at 9:30 a.m. on November 15th All parish youth and families are encouraged to attend. First Penance. First Session with Students/Parents is November 8th after the 9:30 a.m. Mass. Make-up session scheduled for Wednesday, November 1 1th at 6:30 p.m. in the school. All Saints Family Event. Thank you to all the families who attended, and all our "saints" who helped make the event possible. We had fun learning about the Saints as models of love and faith. Our parish is very fortunate to have some "saints" growing up in our midst. Parishioners your help is needed! Handing on our faith is the work of all Baptized Catholics. We are asking all parishioners to pray for those who are discerning about joining the Church or becoming fully initiated members; our Confirmation students; and those who will be making their First Penance and Eucharist this year. Your prayers are essential for God's kingdom to grow on earth. Religious Education still needs an 81l grade catechist, aide in classroom, hospitality or office helper. Please call Mary Jolda and leave a message if you can help in any way. NOVEMBER CASH CALENDAR WINNERS Nov Theresa A. Gwozdz, Webster; Nov Ruby Melesky, Brookfield; Nov. 3-$50 Frances Petrin, Webster; Nov. 4- $50 Dolores David, Webster; Nov Rose Dufries, Webster; Nov Leo Pedone, Worcester; Nov. 7 $50 Gerald Deary, Webster; Nov Michal & Laura Fairbanks, Westboro. MEGA CASH RAFFLE Yes! We are going to have the Mega Cash Raffle again this year! Details are being finalized but the grand prize of $10,000 will still be offered. Other cash prizes will be awarded the same as in previous years. Tickets will be available this month. Watch for further details on how you can become the lucky winner! Your generous response in the past has made this Mega Cash Raffle an annual fundraising event in our parish. All proceeds will be used to reduce the Diocesan Obligations. We are always grateful for your faithful support. Parish Council MARK YOUR CALENDARS! The Home and School Association (HSA), with the assistance of the St. Joseph Polish Women's Club, will be hosting the annual Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, December 5th, Food, music, money raffle and many outside vendors for your Christmas Shopping! More details to follow in the coming weeks...don't miss this great opportunity to enjoy some great food and do some leisurely shopping! FOUND - Gold bracelet at the cemetery last Sunday. Please call rectory to claim CALENDAR OF EVENTS Mon. Nov. 9. Week III of Bible Study: Generosity is the Hallmark from 7 to 8 p.m. in the Parish Conference Room. Tues. Nov. 10. Youth Group Wii Bowling with Christopher Heights Residents from 6-7:30 p.m. Tues. Nov. 10. St. Joseph Polish Women's Club Memorial Mass for Deceased Members at 7 p.m. in church followed by the general meeting in school cafeteria. Connie Favreau is hostess for evening. Tues. Nov. 10. Youth Group Wii Bowling contest with the residents of Christopher Heights from 6-7:30 p.m. Nov 11. Veterans' Day Observed - no school Wed. Nov. 18. St. Joseph School Parents Conf. from 5-8 p.m. Wed. Nov. 18. Parish Council Meeting at 6:30 p.m. in Conf. Room. Thurs. Nov. 19. Half day of school. Parents Conference from 12-3 p.m. Sat. Nov. 21. St. Andrew Bobola Pierogi & Bake Sale from Nov Thanksgiving Break - no school. Sat. Dec. 5. Annual Christmas Bazaar

4 Page 4 CATHOLIC YOUTH GROUP The next Youth Mass will be Sunday, November 15 1h at St. Joseph Basilica at 9:30 a.m. Light refreshments will be served following Mass at the Youth Center. If you are interested in reading at Mass, please let Mrs. Valcour know. Choir practice for Mass will be Thursday, November 12 " from 7-8 pm at the Youth Center. All are welcome to attend. BINGO EVERY SUNDAY Saint Joseph Parish School Featuring Progressive Jackpot Two Winner Take All's - Special Door Prizes Variety of Hot Home-Made Food Free Coffee Doors Open at 4p.m. Games Begin 5:45 p.m. Parents of Grades 2 and 6 will assist from 4 to 6 P.M. PRE-HOLIDAY DANCE A special pre-holiday dance will be held November 28, 2009 from 7 p.m. to midnight at the PACC Hall in Webster. It is sponsored by the Saturday Polish School. Price for dinner is $30/person. Come enjoy the music of "Echo." Tickets may be purchased from Ewa Mamro or any member of the Saturday Polish School. KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS For the past 6 years, the Knights have collected donations to purchase Thanksgiving turkeys to help those in need. We are pleased to do this again. The weekend of November 14th and 5, we will be collecting at the back of the church after each Mass. This past year has presented many issues for those in need, and I hope you will help us brighten the day for those families. If you have questions please call Ron Ducharme, Grand Knight Thank you. 4 tia1j rfii U NABOZENSTWO DO SW. JOZEFA. Sw. Jozef jest patronem Kosciola powszechnego. Jego opiece zawierzaja ludzie swoje sprawy, problemy i trudnosci. Wielu szczegolnie modli sie do niego w sprawach rodzinnych, przy zakladaniu nowego biznesu, w trudnosciach finansowych etc. Rowniezjest patronem dobrej smierci wiec polecajajego opiece siebie i tych ktorzy koncza doczesna pielgrzymke zycia. W naszej Bazylice jest w kazda srode o godz. 6:30 rano nowenna wotywnych mszy sw. Rowniez i '.v naszej parafli wierni potrzebuja nasprzyrodzonej pomocy u laski Bozej dlatego serdecznie zachecam do uczestniczenia W tych Mszach sw.

5 Page 5 YA O) Pi a11 M II)M$J[Si W srode 31 pazdziernika, studenci szkoly sw. Joefa wspolnie z rodzicami uczestniczyli w tradycyjnym Halloween Party. Pieknie udekorowana kafeteria, sezonowe stroje dzieci oraz roznego rodzaju przygotowane poczestunki byly Wspaniala oprawa wspolnej zabawy ku radosci dzieci. Rowniez w czasie szkoly dzieci mialy moment aby cieszyc sie wspolnym spotkaniem. W codziennych zajeciach szkoly dzieci licza na dwa wazne wydarzenia ktore maja dia nich charakter radosny tj. Halloween i Swieta Bozego Narodzenia. Serdecznie dziejuke HSA za wszelka pomoc. ZEBRANIE STOWARZYSZENIA RODZICOW We wtorek 27 pazdziernika rodzice dzieci szkoly sw. Jozefa mieli okazje zaznajomic sie tematyka bezpieczenstwa dzieci we wspolczesnyum spolecznenswie. Z przykroscia stwierdzono ze przez internet i cellular telefon dom rodzinny jest tez bardzo wielkim zagrozeniem dia dzieci jezeli rodzice pozwalaja na nie kontrolowane koprzystanie ze wspolczesnej technologi. Szczegolnie w nocy ludzie z roznymi problemami szukaja kontaktow z dziecmi przez inernet, telefony i wykorzystuja prostote dzieci. Przedstawiciele roznych instytucji szczegolnie porkuratury stanu Massachusetts podawali wide cenych informacji i przykladow.!li ;i'lvhi )]9v4 3J (SAVL! W dniu 28 listopada 2009 odbedzie sie zabawa na sali PACC w Webster od 7 p.m. do 12:00 a.m. Zespol "Echo" bedzie gral caly wieczor. Zabawa jest organizowana przez Sobotnia Skole Jezyka Poiskiego przy szkole Sw. Jozefa w Webster. Donacja $30 od osoby wlaczajac obiad i deser. Po informacje I bilety prosze dzwonic do Pani Ewa Mamro wi p..v i 3(øAhIJ Tego roku tradycyjny bazar Swiat Bozego Narodzenia becizie w sobote, 5-go grudnia od godziny 13 do godziny 18. Polskie jedzenie, dekoracje swiateczne, rozni sprzedawcy ciekawych artykolow z innych shopping centers beda dla dyspozycji kazdego z nas. Bedzie tez Sw. Mikolaj i okazja do zrobienia zdjecia dzieciom. Szkola Sw. Jozefa przedstawi krotki dziecinny program po polodniu.