The Baptism of the Lord

January 10, 2016

The Parish Communities of

Ste Marguerite d’Youville - Dracut

St Rita - Lowell

Ste Marguerite

1340 Lakeview Avenue, Dracut, MA 01826 www.stemargueritedracut.org

978-957-0322

St Rita

158 Mammoth Road, Lowell, MA 01854 www.stritalowell.org

978-452-4812

Mass Schedule

Daily Mass: Mon. thru Fri. 7:30 a.m. Wed. 6:00 p.m. Saturday: 4:00 p.m. Sunday: 7:30 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. Holy Days: As announced

Daily Mass: Tues. and Fri. (& Sat.) 9:00 a.m. Saturday: 4:00 p.m. Sunday: 10:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Holy Days: As announced

Office Hours/ Pastoral Staff Email addresses can be found on the parish website

Business Manager Mrs. Andrea Sevigny Ext. 301 Parish Secretary/Bulletin Ms. Joanne Lamothe Ext. 309 Pastoral Associate Mrs. Joan Donnelly Ext. 302 Faith Formation (Gr.1-6) Mrs. Susan Hurton Ext. 303 S.P.A.R.K.S. Program Mrs. Mary Mottolo

Pastor Rev. Richard F. Clancy Ext. 307 Parochial Vicar Rev. Michael Harkins Ext. 310 Parochial Vicar Rev. Christopher Wallace Ext. 308 Assisting Clergy Rev. Leo Cormier Permanent Deacon Deacon Everett Penney, Jr. Music Director Matthew Descoteaux #978-430-1623

8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Closed

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday Wednesday

Saturday, Sunday and Holidays

St. Louis School 77 Boisvert Street, Lowell, MA 01850

Principal: Dr. Linda Trouville 978-458-7594 www.saintlouisschool.org

Ste Jeanne d’Arc School 68 Dracut Street, Lowell, MA 01854 Principal: Sr. Préscille Malo, SCO

978-453-4114 www.sjdarc.org

Sacrament of Reconciliation

Saturday: 3:10 to 3:45 p.m. or by appointment Saturday: 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. or by appointment

Sacrament of Baptism Mandatory preparation class required prior to Baptism.

Second Sunday of Month at 2:30 p.m.

Sacrament Of Marriage

Arrangements must be made at least six months in advance. A Pre-Cana class is required. Please contact the Parish Office.

Anointing of the Sick and Pastoral Care

Please contact the Parish Office when a parishioner is seriously ill, undergoes surgery or is admitted to the hospital.

RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) Adults interested in Baptism or joining the Catholic Church should contact the Parish Office.

St. Vincent DePaul Help us to assist the poor and the hungry of our parish. “Poor Boxes” for your donations are located at the church entrances.

If you need assistance from this organization, please contact the Parish Office.

Second Sunday of Month at 1:00 p.m.

Bulletin deadline: Monday at noon. Email article requests to smsrmedia@gmail.com

Dracut/Lowell, MA

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Mass Intentions

Ste Marguerite d’Youville

Saturday, January 9th 4:00 p.m. David F. Stecchi (4th Ann.) by Helen & Norman Carver

Sunday, January 10th 7:30 a.m. For the people of the parish 10:00 a.m. Raymond P. Boucher, Sr. (Dec.) and Raymond P. Boucher, Jr. (Dec.) by family

Monday, January 11th 7:30 a.m.

Tuesday, January 12th 7:30 a.m.

Wednesday, January 13th 7:30 a.m. Gerry Couture (Dec.) by wife

6:00 p.m.

Thursday, January 14th 7:30 a.m.

Friday, January 15th 7:30 a.m.

Saturday, January 16th 4:00 p.m. Florence and Baby Theresa Lavallee (Dec.) by Gerard Lavallee

Sunday, January 17th 7:30 a.m. Gilberte Rodrigue (1st Ann.) by John & Janet McGann 10:00 a.m. Joseph Souza (1st Ann.) by Ray & Peggy Masse

St Rita Saturday, January 9th 9:00 a.m. Rudy Dormitzer (Dec.) by Mary Zakak 4:00 p.m. Armand P. Mercier (Dec.) by family

Sunday, January 10th 10:00 a.m. Chester Makarewicz (Dec.) by family 5:00 p.m. For the people of the parish Weekly Morning Mass Schedule:

Tuesday, January 12th 9:00 a.m. Charles Gauvin (1st Ann.) by family Friday, January 15th 9:00 a.m. All Souls of Purgatory and may God’s Will be done for us

Saturday, January 16th 9:00 a.m.

Following the Mass every Saturday is Eucharistic Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament from 9:30 to noon

Along with Confessions from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.

Saturday, January 16th 4:00 p.m. Frank Gendreau (Dec.) by Carl Makarewicz

Sunday, January 17th 10:00 a.m. Louise Lemire (1st Ann.) by Francine Morrissette 5:00 p.m. Michael & Nataliya Poto by Anthony Poto

Parish Energy & Utilities The second collection today at St. Rita and Ste Marguerite will be in support of our monthly parish utilities. This is an important collection for our parish and helps defray the monthly expenses of all our utility bills. Thank you for your continued support!

Catholic Elementary Schools Collection Next weekend, there will be a second collection for Catholic elementary schools in the Archdiocese of Boston. The proceeds will go toward these schools to assist more families with demonstrated financial need and to help grow enrollment. In addition, 50% of the donations collected at our Masses next weekend will go to St. Louis and Ste Jeanne d’Arc Schools. Thank you for your generosity and belief in the gift of a Catholic education.

Weekly Offertory Needed for Budget $ 5,100.00 Offertory Collection January 2/3rd $ 5,045.00 On-Line Giving & Back Envelopes $ 2,167.08 Collection over budget $ 2,112.08

Fiscal Year Needed to Date $137,700.00 Fiscal Year Collected to Date $113,898.83

Weekly Offertory Needed for Budget $ 5,000.00 Offertory Collection Jan. 2/3rd $ 7,202.45 On-Line Giving & Back Envelopes $ 1,039.76 Collection over budget $ 3,242.21

Fiscal Year Needed to Date $ 135,000.00 Fiscal Year Collected to Date $ 118,542.02

Parish Support

The Parish Communities of Ste Marguerite d’Youville and St Rita

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33 Days - Reflections From Formation On December 8, 2015 a very special Mass was offered at St. Rita’s Church in honor of the Feast Day of the Immaculate Conception. During that Mass, Fr. Chris Wallace led approximately 40 people through their anticipated Consecration to Our Lady, after spending the previous 33 days in preparation for this day – using Fr. Michael Gaitley’s powerful book entitled, “33 Days to Morning Glory”. Here are some of the beautiful reflections that these newly consecrated members offered after this memorable day: I have friends that call the Blessed Mother "Mom" or "my Mother"

and even “Mommy" - I was wondering what I was missing - now I know. Mary is so very special and now she treats me as a very special son.

What I enjoyed most about our 33 Days to Morning Glory preparation and Consecration was . . . The beautiful examples of the receiving and giving of unending unconditional love and the effects that has on our lives and of the whole world.

What I enjoyed the most was learning that I wasn't the only one who questioned my faith the last few years, this preparation helped me learn to listen to what I read and pray with an open mind.

What I enjoyed most about our "33 Days to Morning Glory" preparation and Consecration was that it deepened my knowledge of Mother Mary through seeing her through the eyes of St. Louis de Montfort, St. Maximilian Kolbe, Blessed Mother Teresa and St. Pope John Paul II. Although each one's way is different, their great love for Mother Mary is evident. It made me realize the seriousness of the consecra-tion. Each day and each week, we were led closer to Mother Mary by pondering the material in the book. By the time it came to making the consecration, I realized the great gift and treasure that Mother Mary is to us. I soon saw that Jesus in His goodness and love is sharing His Beloved Mother with me and others to speed up our sanctification and our journey to heaven.

I am so glad I did this 33 days to morning glory. I can't explain how it has changed my thinking and feeling. I have learned things about myself that makes me see so different. I would tell everyone to try it and you may be surprised. It is beautiful!

What I enjoyed most about our 33 Days to Morning Glory is the closeness I felt to the Mother of God. Each

time I make this consecration, I receive an inner peace that brings joy to my heart – a joy that helps spread

God's message of Love and Mercy to everyone I meet, and especially to the students I teach. Yet, this time,

the closeness of Virgin Mary seemed to impact me the most, especially Her complete devotion to God the

Father, and never taking Her eye off of doing His will.

ADORE HIM

Spend time with the Lord in...

Adoration

Reconciliation

and Praise!

In this Jubilee Year of Mercy, our Collaborative will set aside a Wednesday evening each month for clergy and parishioners to spend time with the Lord in Adoration, Reconciliation, and Praise. ADORE HIM nights will offer the sacraments of healing (anointing of the sick & confession) and will also feature live music. These evenings will take place following the 6 p.m. Wednesday Daily Mass at Ste Marguerite d’Youville Parish (St. Therese Church) from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Won’t you mark your calendar for the following remaining dates?

February 10th, March 9th, April 6th, & May 4 All parishioners in our Collaborative are encouraged to

come...and ADORE HIM!

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S.P.A.R.K.S. Supporting Parents &

Raising Kids in the Spirit!

Our S.P.A.R.K.S. program has been well received but there is always room for more families! All are welcome!!! This program is for all children birth to school-age and their caregivers. Our precious grandparents are lovingly welcome! Enjoy Bible stories, crafts, snacks, and play with friends as we learn about God's great love for us!

St. Mary Magdalen Parish Center Tuesdays 9:30 to 11:00 a.m.

St. Rita Parish Hall Wednesdays 9:30 to 11:00 a.m.

No advanced registration required - just come! Please call the office or email Mary Mottolo at saintmmyouthministry@gmail.com with any questions.

Spiritual Bouquet/Enrollment Due to dwindling parishioner requests, once our supply of St. Rita spiritual enrollments has been depleted, this remembrance offering will be discontinued. The Mass Cards/Intentions, however, will continue to be available by simply calling the Parish Office to schedule your Mass date/time in memory of your loved one. Many parishioners have asked, “What is the difference between the two?” The Mass Card is a remembrance by which we offer an announced Mass for the repose of the soul of the deceased person or for the intention of the living. The Spiritual Bouquet is an enrollment (unannounced) by which we remember the person at all Masses for one year. There are numerous ways to remember your loved one here at the parishes. You may schedule a Mass Intention or a Memorial of either the Bread & Wine or the Sanctuary Light for a specific week. We are currently scheduling Mass Intentions through June of 2016. While the popular weekend Mass times are quickly booking up, there is plenty of availability during the daily Masses.

If you have any questions, feel free to call the Parish Office.

Tax Season Unbelievable as it seems, Advent Season is being replaced with our favorite season, Tax Season! For those of you who use regular weekly Offertory envelopes or the online giving method and have donated at least $250 or more this past year, your statement of parish contributions (including Grand Annual payments) will be mailed out before the end of January. If you do not receive a statement by the end of January, please call the Parish Office. If you would like to begin using the Offertory envelopes or the online giving program for weekly or monthly contributions, please call to set this up. Both methods are a convenient way to ensure a consistent weekly donation and help us to maintain our yearly budget. Thank you!

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Collaborative Teaching Mass Sunday, January 10th, 2016

St. Rita Parish “Church is so boring!”

“What is going on up there?” “What does it all mean?”

If you’ve ever heard someone ask these questions - or even wondered about this yourself - you are invited to come to our annual Teaching Mass! Start the new year off right, by learning how to pray better at Mass! This live, interactive Liturgy will feature an explanation of what is going on at each part of the Mass, including history, symbolism, and participation. This year’s Teaching Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, January 10 at 5:00 p.m. at St. Rita’s Church. All parishioners in our Collaborative are invited to join us. (This Mass fulfills the Sunday obligation).

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600 Club Drawing Ste Marguerite d’Youville 600 Club Drawing for January will take place today Sunday, January 10th. Please join us in Ste Marguerite Parish Hall for a free pancake breakfast from 7:30 to 9:00 a.m. followed by the

drawing. Door prize for this drawing is $100.00. You must be present to win the door prize.

Girl Scout Fundraiser Breakfast Ste Marguerite and St. Rita Parishes are blessed with a number of active and dedicated youth groups including the Boy and Girl Scouts of America. Girl Scout Troops (88178, 88171, and 75443) are holding a fundraiser to raise money for their upcoming trip to Rocking Horse Ranch located in the Hudson Valley in Highland, New York. Sunday, January 17th - 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

St. Rita Parish Hall, Lowell Tickets are $15. each or 2 tickets for $20.

Come enjoy scrambled eggs, made to order omelets, sausages, pancakes, home fries, toast, coffee, and orange juice. In addition, their delicious and popular Girl Scout Cookies will be available for sale!

As always, thank you for your support of our youth!

Snow Cancellations Please be advised that in the event of snow, ice, delayed or cancelled school days, there will be no morning Mass at either parish. The intentions for that day will be rescheduled. The safety of our parishioners, celebrant, ministers, and our employees takes first priority!

Ste Jeanne d'Arc School is accepting applica-tions for the 2016-2017 school year. Inquire or apply online at www.sjdarc.org. You may also contact our Admissions Office at 978-453-4114 to request an admissions package. Join us! Our next Open House is Sunday, Jan-uary 31st from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. We wel-come the opportunity to share with you the many advantages of a Ste Jeanne d’Arc School educa-tion. If you are unable to attend the open house please call to schedule a tour. Ste Jeanne d’Arc School is a Pre K (K1) – 8 Catholic, independent school offering classes in Religion, Math, Language Arts, Science, Social Studies, K1-8 French, Art, Music, Computers, Physical Education as well as accelerated classes. The school and classrooms are outfitted with state of the art technology, iPads provided to students in grades 6-8, extensive athletic programs, extra-curricular activities including our LEGO Robotics Club and an Extended Day Care Program.

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St. Rita’s Women’s Club The St. Rita’s Women’s Club will be holding their annual ’Yankee Swap’ on Monday, January 11th at 7:00 p.m. in St. Rita’s Parish Hall. Bring a $10 wrapped

gift for swapping. Even if you prefer not to swap a gift, join us anyway and have some fun! Contact Dianne Talty at 978-771-6724 for further information.

St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry The St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry will be open next Saturday, January 16th from 9 to 11:30 a.m. in the Ste Marguerite’s Parish Center. If you are in need or know anyone in need of food come visit our pantry.

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