Saint Joseph Basilica Parish of the Third Millennium

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1 Saint Joseph Basilica Parish of the Third Millennium Mission Statement Saint Joseph Parish is committed to proclaim the gospel message of Jesus Christ as a Catholic community of faith, 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. LITURGICAL CELEBRATIONS Sunday Vigil: 4:00 p.m. Sunday 7:00 a.m. (Polish); 8:15 a.m.; 9:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. (Polish) Holy Day Vigil: 5:00 p.m. Holy Day 6:30 a.m.; 8:30 a.m.; 7:00 p.m. (Polish) Weekdays 6:30 a.m. (mon-fri); 7:00 a.m. (tue, fri, sat) CONFESSIONS - SPOWIEDŹ Saturday: 3 p.m. Eve of Holy Days: 3 p.m. Thurs. before First Friday 3 p.m. First Friday: 6:30p.m. PARISH OFFICE HOURS: Mon. - Fri.: 9 a.m noon & 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Thursday - Office Is Closed! Please call ahead for an appointment with a priest. PARISH PERSONNEL Rector:... Rev. Msgr. Anthony Czarnecki Associate Pastor... Rev. Grzegorz Chodkowski Weekend assistance..rev. Charles Borowski Financial Secretary... Ewa Mamro Secretaries:Virginia Woznicki&Elizabeth Sabaj Organist:... Robert Wójcik Sacristan... 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 MEMBERSHIP If you would like to become part of St. Joseph Parish Family, please call the rectory. SAKRAMENT CHRZTU W wyznaczone niedziele. Proszę zadzwonić na plebanię, aby ustalić datę. Rodzice zobowiązani są do krótkiej katechezy. SAKRAMENT MAŁŻEŃSTWA Narzeczeni powinni zawiadomić kancelarię parafialną rok przed datą ślubu. SAKRAMENT CHORYCH Po sakramentalną posługę księdza proszę dzwonić na plebanię. ZAPISY DO PARAFII Parafia św. Józefa serdecznie zaprasza nowych członków. Zapisy przyjmujemy w kancelarii parafialnej. SAINT JOSEPH PARISH 53 Whitcomb Street, Webster, MA Phone: Fax: rectory@stjosephwebster.com SAINT JOSEPH SCHOOL 47 Whitcomb Street, Webster Phone: Fax: Principal... Mr. Michael Hackenson Secretary... Mrs. Cynthia Belanger RELIGIOUS EDUCATION/RCIA Phone: ext.: reled@stjosephwebster.com FELICIAN SISTERS Phone:

2 Page 2 December 13, grudnia r. Masses for the week Msze Św. w Tygodniu Sunday Vigil 4:00pm r.s. Mary Ellen Wrubleski - int. Jane, Linden, Katie and Tyler O Leary Sunday - December 13 7:00 Za wypominki 8:15 r.s. Carl G. & Helen P. Thompson - int. Kohut family 9:30 r.s. Dowgiewicz, Duffy, Lepine & Lariviere families - int. Mark and Richard Dowgiewicz r.s. Carolyn Lynch - int. Msgr. A. Czarnecki 11:00 ś.p. Janusz Majczak - int. siostra z rodziną Monday - December 14 6:30 r.s. Elaine Ruda (10th anniv.) - int. Ruda and Grzych families 2:00pm Brookside Nursing Home Tuesday December 15 6:30 r.s. Charles & Emily Kulpan - int. Daughter, Charlotte 7:00 r.s. Thomas Minarik - Daughter, son and family Wednesday - December 16 6:30 Asking God s blessing for our SJS students and faculty through the intercession of St. Joseph 7:00pm For intentions requested for needed graces through the intercession of St. Joseph Thursday - December 17 6:30 r.s. Stasia (anniv.) and Lymert Balcom - int. Son and family Friday - December 18 6:30 r.s. Joseph Leonetti - int. Charlotte Strzelewicz and Theresa Rohr 7:00 For the parishioners of St. Joseph Basilica Saturday December 19 7:00 r.s. Norman Duclos - int. Wife and family Sunday Vigil 4:00 r.s. Spiewak Family & Elizabeth Szymczak (15th anniv.) - int. Leonard Jacob and Szymczak family Sunday - December 20 7:00 Za parafian 8:15 r.s. Thomas Gorski, Sr. (2nd anniv.) - int. Family 9:30 r.s. Veronica Kohut (71st anniv.) - int. Kohut family r.s. Mary Clare Haskin - int. Msgr. A. Czarnecki 11:00 ś.p. Stanisław Hynek (3 r. śm.) -int. córka Jadwiga z dziećmi I-25 Club Winner for 12th week #121 Pamela Dion St. Joseph Polish Women s Club - Cat s Meow Shelf Sitter ($20) and Ornament of our Basilica ($15)will be on sale before & after masses this weekend. SHARING OUR BLESSINGS-December 6, 2015 Weekly $ (including $ in loose money); Diocesan Obligations $ (including $ in loose money); Fuel $61; Immaculate Conception $785; Weekly Budget $7000 Stewardship Note: Have no anxiety at all, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, make your requests known to God. St. Paul reminds us that our God is an abundant God, the ultimate giver of gifts. He promises to give us all that we need. When we trust that God will take care of us, it is easier for us to share what we have been given. THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT With joy you will draw water at the fountain of salvation. - Isaiah 12:3 SANCTUARY CANDLES For the week of December 13 through December 19 Blessed Mother Altar Candle I In loving memory of Edward Kijek Given by Wife and Family Sacred Heart Altar Candle I In celebration of Jacob Mailloux s 19th Birthday Given by his Mother CHRISTMAS MAGIC In the world filled with insanity, killings and tragedies, the Advent Season brings a change in mood. Through the public media television and newspapers, we feel caught up in the season of joy, celebration and lavish giving. Someone may ask why in this cold and complex world, filled with selfishness, greed and insensitivity, comes the spirit of unusual joy and sharing. It all began some 2000 years ago in the little Town of Bethlehem where the Son of God, the Savior of the World was born. Jesus joined humanity and bonded with every person, especially the poor and needy. That closeness of God altered the attitude and brought so much joy to humans that they instinctively turned their attention to others. We are all in need of God s goodness, love and mercy and will receive it only when we give it away. The spirit of sharing and giving, which is a predominant trend of the season, is the external expression of the inner joy that only God can bring to the human heart. Our life is only Christian when we serve others, just as Jesus did. An abundance of generosity to others, especially to the Church of Jesus Christ is a spontaneous need of every human being. Jesus is worth more than anything else in the world. Giving and sharing with Jesus through His Church, by loving and forgiving, only then, can we experience the wonderful feeling of the Miracle of Christmas. This week s second collection is for Higher Utility and Energy Costs. Next weekend s second collection is designated for the Retirement Fund for Religious. CHRISTMAS PAGEANT Please join us on this Sunday, December 13th at 2:00pm at the Bartlett High School Auditorium for our special presentation by our SJS students of The Second Noel. This Christmas show is a major part of our tradition and we should feel the need to participate.

3 Page 3 IN MEMORIAM It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Father Joseph Szwach on December 8th. In his will he expressed his wish to have Visitation, Wake Service and Funeral Mass in his home parish, St. Joseph Basilica. Visitation - Tuesday, Dec. 15 from 4:00-7:00pm Wake Service - at 7:00pm Funeral Mass - Wednesday, Dec. 16 at 11:00am Burial at St. Joseph Garden of Peace Fr. Szwach would have celebrated his 87th birthday on December 9th. We ask that you remember our native son and former curate in your prayers. OPENING OF THE YEAR OF MERCY IN DIOCESE OF WORCESTER You are invited to the Opening Liturgy for the Jubilee Year of Mercy in the Diocese of Worcester with Vespers and Eucharistic Adoration on Sunday, December 13th at 4pm at the Cathedral of St. Paul, Worcester, MA. Bishop McManus will bless and solemnly open the Jubilee Holy Door in the Cathedral as well as designate churches in our diocese for local pilgrimages. Opening the Jubilee Year of Mercy in Rome, Pope Francis said, God s mercy is the beating heart of the Gospel, and that mercy must penetrate the heart and mind of every disciple. PIEROGI SALE Orders taken until Sunday, Dec. 13th for Cheese and Cabbage Pierogi made on the premises for pick up next weekend (Dec., 19 & 20th). $16 per dozen or $8 for a half-dozen. Order forms available at Basilica entrances. HELP-we need our enthusiastic pierogi makers to help prepare the pierogi on Mon. thru Thurs. 12/14-17 at 4:00pm in the school cafeteria. PARISH CHRISTMAS SOCIAL Save the date - Our Hospitality Committee invites parishioners and friends to the Christmas Social on Saturday, December 19th at 5:00pm in our school cafeteria. We ask our parish chefs to bring a crock pot of soup, chili, stew, or baked goods, breads, etc. for all to enjoy. Please call Janet Stoica at (508) as to what you will bring to satisfy one s palate. We will be entertained by our school choir and best of all there is no cost to join us to share in our common friendship. ANGEL GIVING TREE There is still time to choose an Angel from our Giving Trees placed in the sanctuary and at the entrance of our Basilica. This year there is a great need to assist the less fortunate children and the elderly. You may provide tuition assistance for students at SJS, help to pay for heating costs, or put food on their table. If you are planning to make a monetary donation, please bring your Angel to the rectory. For distribution purposes, we ask that you return your gifts before December 15th. MEGA CASH RAFFLE Thank you to the Parish Council for their leadership in sponsoring the MegaRaffle for the benefit of St. Joseph Basilica. Our Raffle Winners are: First Prize $3,000 - Betty Sabaj; Second Prize $1,000 - Michael Kane; Third Prize $500 Bogdan and Marzena Lachcik. Congratulations to our winners! We are grateful to Betty Sabaj for donating $500 of her good fortune and also Michael Kane for giving $300 of his winnings to our Basilica. Thank you to all parishioners who supported this fundraiser. Also, thank you to the Home School Association for serving hot chocolate to the children and promoting the Gift Shop and St. Nicholas visit for our youngsters. ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL HONOR ROLL Grade 4 - High Honors: Sophie Buffone, Daniel Gronek, Cheyanne Matthews, Noalani Perez, Katrina Piekielniak, Wiktoria Potem, Adrian Sobczak, Jillian Treveloni Honors: Gavin Abbott, Roksanna Chruslicka; Kyleigh Earley, Sara Grupposo, Dominic Pigeon, Kristina Montione, Gracie Scott, Jacob Sirard. Grade 5 - High Honors: Christopher Best, Benjamin Duquette, Nicholas Fennelly, Remonda Mankarios, Alexandro Montreuil, Kaileigh Strong, Jadyen Williams Honors: Emma Boulet, Patrick Mahlert; Morgan Royston, Kaeleigh Sullivan, Alexandra Thompson, Julia Zdrok Credit: Olivia Montione, Joshua Njoroge, Alyssa Thompson. Grade 6 - High Honors: Benjamin Duval, Elzbieta Gronek, Szymon Mamro, Emilia Pianka, Juliana Zalewski Honors: Seth Boudreau, Benjamin Colebourn, Hayden Dery, Olivia Duquette, Julia Libuda, Antonia Peters, Riley Peters, Sebastian Podgorrny Credit: Lily Abbott, Izabella Bezak, Jacob Boynton, Elizabeth Walker. Grade 7 - High Honors: David Mankarios Honors: Christopher Mahlert, Edison Rosario, MacKenzie Valliere Credit: Jack Colebourn, Adriana Duby. Grade 8 - High Honors: Abigail Duval Honors: Jessica Gardner, Aleksandra Piascik, AnnMarie Taylor, Lucas Yash Credit: Nolan Ciani, Paul Davey, John Medaglia, Antoni Piascik, Rachael Taylor. SHARE THE JOY I always look forward to the celebration of Christmas lunch with the children of SJS before their break. All the students, faculty, school and rectory staff will come together on Monday, Dec. 21st to share the Christmas Wafer (oplatek), good company, and Christmas music in the school cafeteria as a prelude to our family celebration at home at Wigilia. This is my Christmas treat to the children who are my pride and joy. At this time of the year the students look with anticipation and wonder for this gathering.

4 Page 4 CHILDREN OF MARY SODALITY New members were accepted into the Children of Mary Sodality last Saturday at 4:00pm Mass. The inductees are: Alexandra Bergeron, Elizabeth Mahlert, Maya Podskarbi, Kristina Montione, Noalani Perez, Julia Libuda and Emila Pianka. They were welcomed by President, AnnMarie Taylor, Vice President, Jessica Gardner, Secretary, Rachael Taylor, Treasurer, Elzbieta Gronek. We are grateful to Sr. Mary Ann for her guidance and spiritual leadership to this Sodality. May these young ladies grow in their devotion to the Mother of God and practice all her virtues throughout their lives. NOVENA AND DEVOTION TO ST. JOSEPH On Wednesday, Dec., 16th at 7:00pm our Eucharistic ministers will carry the statue of our Patron into the sanctuary. St. Joseph has been an inspiration to many and is perhaps one of the most beloved saints venerated amongst Catholics today. His life as a husband, foster father, craftsman, traveler and guide can motivate us through his strength and grace to become a role model for the Universal Church. At various shrines and churches dedicated to him, people make requests for special favors and also messages of gratitude for blessings received. Please remember to write your intentions legibly on forms available in the Chapel. We thank you for your offerings. HOME SCHOOL ASSOCIATION Mark your calendar - the HSA is sponsoring an Eat Bread To Raise Dough fund raiser on Thurs., Dec. 17th from 4-8:00pm at Panera Bread 2 Worcester Rd., More information on enclosed flyer. DONATIONS Friends of St. Joseph School Fund - in memory of John Parslow, given by Edward & Anna Kudron, Richard & Zofia Walker and Edward & Dorothy Szymczak. ALTAR GUILD Could you spare a few hours to assist our Altar Guild in preparing the interior of our Basilica for Christmas? Please call Fred & Sylvia Kitka at (508) for more details. You will feel great satisfaction by joining our volunteers to decorate our church at this special time of the year. As you know our Basilica doors are open to hundreds to experience the aura of Christmas here at St. Joseph s. LET US PREPARE FOR CHRISTMAS Novena to the Infant Jesus begins Wed., Dec., 16th a traditional nine-day Novena of interrupted prayers. We will recite abbreviated prayers on the weekend as well as following the daily 6:30am mass to fulfill this requirement. REMINDER: On Mon., evening Dec. 21st at 6:00pm we will hold a Reconciliation Service for all parishioners including youngsters from the Religious Education Program. Clergy from various parishes will assist to facilitate reconciliation for your convenience. CASH CALENDARS The Cash Calendars for the month of January are now on sale just in time for the perfect Christmas gift, birthday gift or a special remembrance. Look for Patti and Dottie who will be selling calendars after Masses at the front entrance of the Basilica or contact your usual favorite seller. Compared to other games of chance, percentage-wise you have an excellent opportunity to win during January which has 31-drawing days. Proceeds benefit our Basilica. Friday Night Bingo - join us on Friday, Dec., 18th in the school cafeteria for an evening of anticipation and good company. Doors open at 5:00pm and games begin at 6:45pm. Holy Rosary Sodality Members will be on hand to assist you. Boy Scout Troop Pancake Breakfast with Santa - will be held on Sun., Dec., 20th from 9:00am till noon in the school cafeteria. Ham, eggs and pancakes for $5 per person, children 5 and under are free. Retirement Fund for Religious - appeal will be held at our Basilica on Dec. 19th & 20th which benefits more than 33,600 elderly sisters, brothers and religious order priests. Through their ministry they serve the poor, the lonely and the oppressed. In thanksgiving for all they have done for us, let us be generous and also pray for God s continued blessing for all the members of our religious community CALENDARS We are grateful to the Sitkowski & Malboeuf Funeral Home, Inc. for providing us with beautifully designed and informative 2016 English calendars Divine Believers and the Polish version Wyznawcy Boga. These calendars depict scenes from the Bible, indicate Holy Days and Saint s Feast Days, etc. and should be displayed in every home. They are available in the sacristy and your kind donations will be forwarded to our Hospitality Committee. OFFICE OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Religious Education classes will be held on Mon., Dec. 14th at 5:30pm in the school. Second grade class parent/student session for First Penance at 5:30 6:30pm. Confirmation classes - will next meet on Sun., Dec., 20th at 8:15am in the rectory. UPCOMING EVENTS Men s Cursillo in December - Cursillo or short course in Christianity is an uplifting and educational experience. The weekend is conducted by a team of laypeople and clergy who deliver organized talks and discussions. The next men s Cursillo weekend will be held December at the Prindle Conference Center in Charlton, MA. For additional information please contact Carolyn Galgano at (508)

5 Page 5 KRONIKA PARAFIALNA Dzisiejsza druga kolekta jest przeznaczona na pokrycie kosztów utrzymania i energii. TRZECIA NIEDZIELA ADWENTU 13 grudnia 2015 Druga kolekta w przeszłą niedzielę będzie przeznaczona na Retirement Fund for Religious. Wy zaś z weselem wodę czerpać będziecie ze zdrojów zbawienia. (Iz 121, 3) PRZEDSTAWIENIE ŚWIĄTECZNE Zapraszamy wszystkich bardzo serdecznie na doroczne Przedstawienie Świąteczne pod tytułem The Second Noel w wykonaniu dzieci ze Szkoły św. Józefa. Odbędzie się ono już dziś o godz. 14:00 w sali audiowizualnej Bartlett High School. ANGEL GIVING TREE Choinki z aniołkami znajdują się przy prezbiterium i w wejściu do Bazyliki. Pomagając dzieciom i osobom starszym stajemy się aniołami mądrości, edukacji i miłosierdzia, które rozświetlają czas Świąt dla bliźnich w potrzebie. Istnieje duże zapotrzebowanie na wsparcie opłat za szkołę dla rodzin, które pragną by ich dzieci uczęszczały no Szkoły św. Józefa., ale doświadczają trudności finansowych i nie są w stanie same sprostać takiemu wydatkowi. Prosimy umieszczać aniołki na zapakowanych prezentach i umieszczanie ich pod drzewkami w Bazylice. Prezenty będą zbierane do 15 grudnia. Datki pieniężne prosimy przynosić na plebanię lub wkładać do koszyków z kolektą. Bóg zapłać. Pan jest blisko nie tylko dlatego, że na horyzoncie widać już Boże Narodzenie. Pan jest blisko każdego dnia. Jest blisko, ponieważ uczestniczymy w Eucharystii. Jest blisko, bo obok nas jest bliźni. A więc co mamy czynić? z takim pytaniem zwracamy się do Jana Chrzciciela. A on odpowiada niezwykle prosto i daje nam do zrozumienia, że mamy być tam, gdzie jesteśmy. Mamy wykonywać uczciwie wszystkie obowiązki, porzucić to, co w naszym życiu złe, i ufać Bogu. On sam nas znajdzie. Spotkamy Go naszej codzienności. OTWARCIE ROKU MIŁOSIERDZIA W NASZEJ DIECEZJI Uroczysta liturgia otwarcia Roku Miłosierdzia w naszej diecezji, odbędzie się w czasie Nieszporów i Adoracji Najświętszego Sakramentu dzisiejszej niedzieli o godz. 16:00, w katedrze św. Pawła w Worcester. Nasz biskup Robert McManus pobłogosławi i uroczyście otworzy Święte Drzwi Jubileuszowe w katedrze, a także wyznaczy świątynie, do których będzie można pielgrzymować w ciągu całego roku. W czasie otwarcia Roku Miłosierdzia w Rzymie, papież Franciszek powiedział, że Boże Miłosierdzie jest bijącym sercem Ewangelii i musi ono przenikać serca i umysły wszystkich uczniów Chrystusa PIEROGI Jeszcze tylko dziś można składać zamówienia na pierogi, które będą do odebrania w przyszły weekend. Przypominamy, że pierogi można nabyć w cenie $16 za tuzin lub $8 za pół tuzina. Formularze zamówieniowe są dostępne przy wejściach do bazyliki. Potrzebni wolontariusze potrzebujemy entuzjastów robienia pierogów do przygotowania pierogów na sprzedaż. Pierogi będziemy robili w szkolnej kafeterii od wtorku do czwartku w tym tygodniu od godz. 16:00. ŚWIĄTECZNE SPOTKANIE Hospitality Committee zaprasza wszystkich parafian i przyjaciół, oraz tych, którzy pragną poczuć w sercu atmosferę radości płynącej z Narodzenia Pańskiego, na Spotkania Świąteczne w sobotę, 19 grudnia o godz. 19:00 w szkolnej kafeterii. Prosimy o przyniesienie w miarę możliwości zupę, chili, gulasz, chleb, ciasto lub inne przekąski. Dla uzyskania szczegółów co do potrzebnych produktów prosimy o kontakt z Janet Stoica: W czasie spotkania będziemy mogli posłuchać występu chóru szkolnego. Wstęp na spotkanie darmowy. Do zobaczenia. DEKORACJA ŚWIĄTECZNA Altar Guild zawraca się, jak co roku, z prośbą o pomoc w dekorowaniu naszej świątyni na Święta Bożego Narodzenia. Prace przy dekoracjach rozpoczniemy już w najbliższy czwartek. Chętnych do pomocy prosimy o kontakt z Sylwią i Fredem Kutka lub ks. Grzegorzem. W czasie świąt naszą bazylikę odwiedza mnóstwo gości, którzy zawsze są pod wielkim wrażeniem wystroju wnętrza. Aby osiągnąć ten efekt potrzeba wielu godzin pracy i poświecenia, ale włożony trud zawsze procentuje ogromną satysfakcją o osiągniętego efektu. Zapraszamy do pomocy i z góry serdecznie dziękujemy. PRZYGOTOWANIE DO ŚWIĄT W środę, 16 grudnia rozpoczniemy bezpośrednie przygotowanie do obchodów Bożego Narodzenia. Na każdej Mszy św. będziemy odmawiali modlitwę Nowenny do Dzieciatka Jezus. Do dobrego przygotowania do Świąt należy również odbyta spowiedź. W naszej parafii odbędzie się ona w poniedziałek, 21 grudnia o godz. 18:00. KU PAMIĘCI We wtorek, 8 grudnia, w Uroczystość Niepokalanego Poczęcia Najświętszej Maryi Panny, w wieku 87 lat, odszedł do wieczności wieloletni proboszcz parafii św. Andrzeja Boboli w Dudley, a obecnie przebywający na emeryturze, ks. Józef Szwach. Wolą jego było, aby uroczystości pogrzebowe odbyły się w naszej Bazylice, jego rodzinnym kościele. Ciało ś.p. księdza Szwacha będzie wystawione w Bazylice we wtorek, 15 grudnia od godz. 16:00. Nieszpory Żałobne wtorek, 15 grudnia o godz. 19:00 Msza pogrzebowa środa, 16 grudnia, godz. 11:00

6 CHURCH NAME AND ADDRESS St. Joseph Basilica # Whitcomb Street Webster, MA TELEPHONE CONTACT PERSON Fr. Gregory Chodkowski SOFTWARE MSPublisher 2003 Adobe Acrobat 6 Windows XP PRINTER HP Laserjet 5P TRANSMISSION TIME Wednesday 11:00 SUNDAY DATE OF PUBLICATION November 13, 2011 NUMBER OF PAGES SENT 1 through 6 SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS