Saint Joseph Basilica

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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. 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. (m-f); 7:00 a.m. (w, f, sat) CONFESSIONS - SPOWIEDŹ 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. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION/RCIA (508) Director.Mary Jolda PARISH PERSONNEL Rector:... Rev. Msgr. Anthony Czarnecki Adm. Secretary... Terry Miller Financial Secretary... Ewa Mamro Organist... Robert Wójcik 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 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 SCHOOL 47 Whitcomb Street, Webster, MA Phone: Fax: Principal.Mr. Donald F. Cushing Secretary.Mrs. Jennifer Mahlert

2 Page 2 March 14, marzec 2010 r. Masses for the week - Msze Sw. Podczas Tygodnia Sunday Vigil-March 13 4:00 r.s. James B. Kokernak (4 th anniv.) -int. wife and family Sunday-March 14 7:00 Za wypominki 8:15 Polish American Veterans Annual Communion Sunday 9:30 r.s. Frances Zdrok -int. son Joseph and family 11:00 s.p.honorate Kula (15 th anniv.) -int. granddaughter and family Monday-March 15 6:30 r.s. Julia Wawrzyniak (anniv.) -int. daughter 2:15 pm Lanessa Nursing Home Tuesday-March 16 6:30 r.s. Andrew D. Lupa -int. staff at Scanlon Funeral Service Wednesday-March 17 6:30 r.s. Michael Zalewski -int. Edward and Anna Kudron 7:00 For the deceased members of the Knych, Czechowski and Bacon families -int. M/M Bernard Knych 7 pm r.s. Leo Sielawa -int. Terry Miller Thursday-March 18 6:30 r.s. Stanley Dudek -int. Magdalen Gromelski Friday-March 19 _Solemnity of St. Joseph _Day of Indulgence 6:30 r.s. Irene Lupa -int. daughter Janice and Gregory Cavanaugh 7:00 r.s. Bernard T. Nowacki -int. mother and brother 7 pm r.s. Genevieve (Ostrokolowicz) McNamara -int. Bob and Janice McNamara Saturday-March 20 7:00 r.s. Joseph Augustynski (anniv.) -int. wife 8 a.m. s.p. Zygmunt Kokosinski -int. Edward i Anna Kudron Sunday Vigil 4:00 r.s.mary (anniv.) and George Makara -int. family Sunday-March 21 7:00 Za wypominki 8:15 St. Joseph Polish Women s Club Annual Communion Mass 9:30 r.s. James Gogolinski (2 nd anniv.) -int. wife and children 11:00 s.p. Franciszek Turowski (12ta rocz..) -int. zona Janina 1-25 Club Winner for the 25 th Week #149 Christine Charniak FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT - March 14, 2010 Whoever is in Christ is a new creation: the old things have passed away; behold, new things have come. 2 Corinthians 5:17 The second collection this weekend is dedicated to the 2010 Catholic Relief Services This appeal enables the bishops of the United States to assist people in need throughout the world. The most recent example of the extraordinary efforts made by Catholic Relief Services is the response currently being made to support the people of Haiti. Beyond Haiti, the efforts of CRS continue to support development projects in more than 80 other nations. Please be generous. SACRIFICIAL OFFERINGS - March 7, 2010 Weekly $5227 (incl. $320 in loose money); Diocesan Obligations $ (incl. $ in loose money); Fuel $255. PSALM 49 Emptiness of Riches Hear this, all you peoples, give heed, all who dwell in the world, men both low and high, rich and poor alike! My lips will speak words of wisdom. My heart is full of insight. I will turn my mind to a parable, with the harp I will solve my problem. Why should I fear in evil days the malice of the foes who surround me, men who trust in their wealth, and boast of the vastness of their riches? For no man can buy his own ransom, or pay a price to God for his life. The ransom of his soul is beyond him. He cannot buy life without end, nor avoid coming to the grave. He knows that wise men and fools must both perish and leave their wealth to others. Their graves are their homes for ever, their dwelling place from age to age, though their names spread wide through the land. In his riches, man lacks wisdom: he is like the beasts that are destroyed. You cannot serve both God and mammon. PARTNERS IN CHARITY The diocesan collection known as Partners in Charity will be taken on the weekend of March 20/21. Over 60 parishes participate in this collection during the Lenten season. Our quota remains the same as lat year, $20,250. The Partners in Charity supports 29 programs and agencies which help the people of the diocese. Catholic Charities receives most of the funding in this network. The Youville House, Crozier House, Mercy Centre, Pernet Family Health Service, McAuley-Nazareth Home for Boys are just a few examples where the needy are assisted. You may consider pledging a gift over a period of ten months. I realize that some of you can only afford to make a onetime gift and your generosity is appreciated, but many of us are able to pledge a gift over several months or over the full ten-month pledging period. We all know that these are difficult and uncertain times for many. We all have a responsibility to care for one another. Let us count our blessings and see again what we can do for others. We are grateful to our chairpersons Betty Sabaj and Carolyn Swierzbin who dedicate the gift of time to the works of charity by supervising this endeavor in our parish. WELCOME POLISH AMERICAN VETERANS AND AUX. We recognize the presence of this distinguished group at the 8:15 liturgy this morning as they observe their annual Communion Mass followed by breakfast at Club Quarters on Ray Street. By participating in the Mass they follow their motto to serve God and country. The veterans are role models and examples of patriotism and dedication in preserving our freedodm. Thanks to American soldiers and their sacrifices many nations in the world enjoy the gift to practice their religion in a free and independent country. PARISH COUNCIL Regular monthly meeting will be held on Wednesday, March 17 th at 6:30 p.m. in the Parish Conference Room.

3 Page 3 March 14, marzec 2010 r. CATHOLIC FREE PRESS A reminder that March is typically considered Catholic Press Month. We thank the parishioners who have already submitted their subscriptions 61 renewals and 6 new. We urge those who have not as yet responded to seriously consider receiving this Catholic press in their homes. Information is printed by the faithful, for the faithful and about the faithful. This diocesan newspaper is a teaching arm of the bishop. Your continued support is essential to this mission. The cost for the yearly subscription is only $23! PARISH RETREAT The Lenten Retreat at Saint Joseph Basilica has been scheduled from Thursday, March 18 in Polish, with the official conclusion on Sunday, March 21 with the Gorzkie Zale services. The retreat will be conducted by Rev. Jan Brzozowski from Gietrzwald, Poland. I encourage those who are bilingual to participate in both retreats. Please refer to the Polish section of the bulletin for the schedule. The retreat in English will begin on Saturday, March 20 at 4 p.m. and conclude on Wednesday, March 23 at 7 p.m. Several preachers will lead the English retreat. The schedule is as follows: Saturday, March 20 at 4 p.m.- Rev. Michael Roy, preacher; Sunday, March 21 at the 9:30 Mass -Rev. Richard Trainor; Monday, March 22 at 7 p.m. prayer service with Msgr. James Moroney; Tuesday March 23 no church service, however, we encourage parishioners to read the scripture at home, spend time in reflection, or dedicate the evening to works of charity; Wednesday, March 24 at 7 p.m. conclusion of the retreat with Msgr. James Moroney. The topics will address the vital issues of our life of faith and the role of St. Joseph in our family and parish community life. Let us pray to the Holy Spirit that the people who are in most need of God s grace will take an active part in these sacred days. Please encourage your family members and friends to attend the retreat with you. SOLEMNITY OF SAINT JOSEPH On Friday, March 19 we will observe the solemnity of Saint Joseph, and the feast day of our patron and parish, traditionally known as Odpust. In preparation for this day, a 9-day novena began on March 11 after the morning Mass and will conclude on March 19 at the 7 p.m. liturgy. We invite the parishioners, various organizations with their respective banners and emblems, Parish Council, altar servers and Children of Mary to attend. This day is also a day of indulgence granted by the Holy Father to Saint Joseph Basilica. Indulgences may be obtained under the usual conditions which means visiting the Basilica, receiving Communion (and the sacrament of penance if necessary) and praying in the intention of the Holy Father. The indulgence could be plenary or partial. The plenary indulgence may be obtained only once; partial indulgence as many times as you visit the Basilica and fulfill the above conditions. On Wednesday, March 17, we observe the festivity of St. Patrick, the missionary of Ireland. The life of this great man was dedicated to the Church and the people. Although he was not Irish, Ireland was his favorite country where he spent most of his life in missionary work. We wish a Happy St. Patrick s Day to our Irish brothers and sisters! PILGRIMAGE TO SAINT JOSEPH BASILICA The traditional pilgrimage from the regional parishes under the auspices of the Church of the Holy Cross in New Britain CT will come to St. Joseph Basilica on Sunday, March 21 with their pastor. The schedule for the pilgrimage includes confessions at 10:30 and a concelebrated high Mass at 11 a.m. followed by lunch in the cafeteria for the pilgrims. At 2 p.m. the group will return to the Basilica for adoration with the exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Gorzkie Zale at 3 p.m. This is the conclusion of the Polish retreat. We anticipate approximately 100 people will travel from New Britain. MARCH CASH CALENDAR WINNERS March 1-$50 Rodney Ziak, Webster; March 2-$50 Anthony Szymczak, Webster; March 3-$75 Loretta Chabot, Webster; March 4-$50 Jean Duclos, N. Grosdale CT; March 5-$50 Dolores David, Webster; March 6-$50 JoAnn & Jim Canty, Webster; March 7- $100 Mary Levitre, Webster; March 8-$50 Cheryl Worster, Webster; March 9-$50 Anthony Gentili, Thompson CT; March 10- $75 Mary Gram, Webster; March 11-$50 Louis & Nancy Kiwak, Webster; March 12-$50 Maryann Antinarella, Webster; March 13- $50 Anna Kudron, Webster; March 14-$100 Joan A. Comeau, Webster. ATTENTION ALTAR SERVERS A meeting for all altar servers will take place on Saturday, March 20 at 1 p.m. in church. Schedules for Holy Week services and Easter Sunday Masses will be made at this meeting. Other issues will be discussed. Monsignor Tony is asking every server to make a special effort to attend this important meeting. Thank you. FROM THE OFFICE OF THE DRE First Eucharist Student/Parent Session-March 14 th after the 9:30 a.m. Mass in school. Make up session Wednesday, March 17 th at 6:30 p.m. RCIA. Following the homily at the 9:30 a.m. Mass we will celebrate the Scrutinies with our elect. Please continue praying for them. Children s Lenten Masses. Every Sunday during Lent at 9:30 a.m. Mrs. Barbara Mazieka will conduct Liturgy of the Word for Children during the readings at Mass. Children in Grades 2 and lower (including 3,4, and 5 year olds) will be called to the front of the altar to be dismissed to go to the priest s sacristy and return to their seats to say the Creed. Lenten Flower Sacrifices. Please remind your children to make sacrifices and good deeds during the week, write them on paper and bring to church. At Offertory they will exchange the note for a flower which they will place at the base of our Lenten cross. Religious Ed Classes - 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. every Monday. Confirmation Classes - 8 a.m. in the school on March 14, 21, 28. CATHOLIC YOUTH GROUP Passion Play Practice Reminder - First practice will be Sunday March 14 from 1-4 p.m. at Sacred Heart Church.

4 Page 4 FOR YOUR INFORMATION: Free Blood Pressure Clinic on Wednesday, March 17 from 9-11 a.m. in Dr. Jeffrey Cohen s office at Hubbard on 340 Thompson Road. BINGO EVERY SUNDAY AT ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL Progressive Jackpot #57 Two Winner Take All s - Special Door Prizes Variety of Hot Home-Made Food - Free Coffee Doors Open at 4 p.m. Games begin at 5:45 p.m. Holy Rosary members will assist from 4-6 p.m. LENTEN SCHEDULE Sun. March 14 Gorzkie Zale at 3 p.m. Wed. March 17 - Mass at 7 p.m. Thurs. March 18-7 p.m. Beginning of Polish Retreat - concluding on Sun. March 21 at 3 p.m. with Gorzkie Zale Fri. March 19 - Stations of the Cross at 1 p.m. At 7 p.m. St. Joseph Feast Day Mass - bilingual SACRED HEART SOCIETY All members are encouraged to participate in the Palm Sunday procession at the 11 a.m. liturgy. On Good Friday, the traditional adoration services, and meditation on the Five Wounds of Jesus at the Sepulcher will take place at 6:30 p.m. led by the Sacred Heart Society and the choir followed by the singing of Gorzkie Zale. KRONIKA PARAFIALNA DRUGA KOLEKTA W T NIEDZIEL jest zbierana na katolick oganizacj Catholic Relief Service, która organizuje akcje pomocy szczególnie w nast pstwach katastrof óywio»owych jak w Haiti czy Chile. Oprócz tego wspieraj akcje charytatywne w ponad 80 krajach. Prosimy o ofiarnoñƒ. KOLEKTA NA PARTNERS IN CHARITY czyli coroczn diecezjaln akcj mi»osierdzia b dzie w przysz»y weekend 20 i 21 marca. W okresie wielkanocnym bierze udzia» w tej akcji 60 parafii naszej diecezji. Kwota wyznaczona na zbiórk w naszej parafii wynosi $20,250. Ofiar moóna z»oóyƒ jednorazowo lub roz»oóyƒ na raty. Biskup McManus nawo»uje, óe w tym szczególnie trudnym okresie kryzysu ekonomicznego, powinniñmy si zjednoczyƒ w duchu mi»osierdzia i pomocy biedniejszym od nas. POLSKO-AMERYKA¼SCY WETERANI bior udzia» dzisiaj w corocznej Mszy Ñw. o 8:15 rano, po której zaproszeni s na Ñniadanie do Club Quarters na Ray St. Przez uczestnictwo we Mszy Ñw. kieruj si mottem s»uóby Bogu i ojczyïnie. Weterani s wzorem óycia i przyk»adem patriotyzmu i oddania w celu zapewnienia wolnoñci naszemu krajowi. Dzi ki óo»nierzom ameryka½skim ludzie w wielu krajach na Ñwiecie mog cieszyƒ si wolnoñci s»owa i religii w swoich niezaleónych pa½stwach.

5 Page 5 GAZETA CATHOLIC FREE PRESS. Przypominamy o wykupieniu subskrypcji na t gazet w cenie tylko $23 za rok. Parafia musi zap»aciƒ za 367 subskrypcji, a wykupi»o dopiero 61 rodzin. Dzi kujemy tym, którzy zechcieli pomóc parafii wykupuj c subskrypcj. REKOLEKCJE PARAFIALNE po polsku b da od 18 do 21 marca i b d prowadzone przez ks. Jana Brzozowskiego z Gietrzwa»du w Polsce. Rekolekcje si naboóe½stwem w czwartek o godz. 7-wieczorem. W pi tek o 7-wieczorem b dzie Msza Ñw. odpustowa z nauk. W sobot b dzie Msza Ñw. o godz. 8 rano, a w niedziel nauki rekolekcyjne b d na Mszy Ñw. o godz. 7-ej rano i 11-ej, a zako½czenie b dzie na Gorzkich òalach o 3-ej p.m. Zach cam osoby mówi ce równieó po angielsku do wzi cia udzia»u w naukach rekolekcyjnych w obu j zykach. Angielskie nauki rozpoczn si 20 marca o 4 p.m. i zako½cz w Ñrod, 23 marca o 7 p.m. UROCZYSTOÐ ÐW. JÓZEFA patrona parafii przypada w pi tek, 19 marca. Zapraszamy wszystkich na dwuj zyczn Msz Ñw. odpustow o godz. 7 wieczorem. Przypominami ze to jest rowniez dzien do uzyskania odpustu zupelnego pod zwyklemi warunkami z okazji swieta patrona Bazyliki. Bedzie tez mozliwosc skorzystania z sakramentu poluty o godz. 6:30 p.m. Z tego wzgledu nie bedzie wspolnej Drogi Krzyzowej. MINISTRANCI spotkanie ministrantów b dzie w przysz» sobot, 20 marca o godz. 1 p.m. w koñciele. Wtedy ustalony b dzie program i porz dek pos»ugi podczas Wielkiego Tygodnia. Bardzo prosz o powaóne potraktowanie tego spotkania.

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