St. Mary's Parish Alternate Website

Welcome to St. Mary of the Assumption Website.

Intro

If you're new to St Mary's Parish, we are happy to welcome you to our parish community and invite you to introduce yourself and your family to a member of the Pastoral Staff. The church is located at 420 High Street, Dedham, MA 02026. For directions, please go to the directions page.

10-05-2008

Reflections

The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases, his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning...

Lamentations 3:22-23

Thanks & Farewell

A VERY SPECIAL WORD
OF THANKS AND FAREWELL
This week Georgette Joseph is retired after 16 years working as secretary and assistant in our religious education program. We wish her restful retirement and God's rich blessings after her many years of service to our parish children. Thank you Georgettel!!

Religious Education

Religious Education News

R.O.C. (Rite of Confirmation)
Confirmation Preparation classes
for Freshman
Fr. Bill Lohan will hold an informational meeting for parents and all freshman who hope to receive their Confirmation in 2009 on Thursday, October 30^th at 7:00pm in the School Hall. If you have not registered your child please do so ASAP. Registration forms are available at the Parish Center. A letter to all registered candidates will be mailed out shortly with the overview of the new program.

The current R.O.C. candidates will be confirmed on November 2^nd at the 6:00pm Life Teen Liturgy. Please keep them in your prayers.

Grades 1-5
Teachers are still needed. Please support our mission by helping the children in our beautiful gift of FAITH.

All new teachers should have submitted their CORI background check. If not please do so ASAP.

Parents are asked to use the small parking lot on the corner of Linden and High St. and walk to meet your child. The back parking lot needs to be clear for those attending the 11:00 Mass.

Ultreya

DeColores
Please join us for Ultreya, a faith & joy filled gathering Thurs. Oct. 16^th at 7:00pm in the Chapel. We have a very special guest Celebrant and 4^th day speaker. Invite a friend... For more info please call 781-326-0674.

Holy Matrimony

BANNS OF MARRIAGE

I. Maura Stack & Matthew MacDonald
II. Jacquelyn Burbank & Greg D'Andrea
II. Amy Lyim McMahon & Richard Clune

Sanctuary Candle

This week's Sanctuary Candle will burn in memory of
Joseph Rosata

Daily Readings

Readings for the Week

For everyday readings you can visit the Readings and Psalm section of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops website through this link:

Daily Mass Readings

Parish & Community

PARISH and COMMUNITY NEWS

Tootsie Roll Drive - Knights of Columbus
The Dedham Council of the Knights of Columbus is once again sponsoring their annual "Tootsie Roll Drive". Donations received go toward supporting the mentally and physically handicapped children of Massachusetts. The weekend of October 10, 11 & 12^th the Knights will be outside St. Mary's church after all our weekend Masses. Please support this worthy and generous cause.

"Living with Cancer Workshop"
St Marv's Parish, Dedham, is offering a workshop on the subject of living with cancer. It will be held on November 8^th from 9:30am to 2:30pm. It is aimed at those who have the disease, their Families and caregivers. There is no charge. Participants are asked to bring their own lunches (drinks will he provided.) The workshop will he led by Rev. Msgr. Thomas McDonnell who recently authored the work: Walking in the Dark Valley Ps.23: When Cancer is Your Constant Companion." The workshop will consist of a prayer service, talks and discussions and will take place at the parish Center (25 Avery St.)
Msgr.'s book can be obtained at the Parish Center.

P E P (People Enjoying People)
Every Monday after the 9:00am Mass
Sr. Barbara Lavin invites anyone who wishes to come to the Parish Center dining room for coffee and refreshments.
Looking forward to seeing you!

Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

MCFL 2008 RESPECT LIFE WALK
To Aid Mothers & Children
Sunday, October 5, 2008 (rain or shine)
Boston Common Bandstand
(corner of Tremont & Boylston St)
Registration & Pre-Walk Celebration at 1:30PM
Walk begins at 2:30PM info@masscitizensforlife.org

ROSARY RALLY 11^th at 11
Saturday, October 11^th, 11:00AM
Dedham Square parking lot
"America Need Fatima" held over 2,000 Public Rosary Rallies across the Country in '07'. This year's goal is 3,000. Please Join us in honoring Our Blessed Mother, as she points us to her Son, Jesus. For info call Lorraine @781-326-7163.

RCIA

HAVE YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW NOT RECEIVED THE SACRAMENTS OF HOLY COMMUNION AND/OR CONFIRMATION? OR IS THERE SOMEONE YOU KNOW WHO WOULD LIKE TO BECOME A CATHOLIC?
You might like to know about RCIA, the Rite of Christian Initiation. RCIA is primarily a journey of faith in discovering one's relationship with God and understanding of the Church through prayer, reflecting upon the gospels, and catechesis. It is also a beautiful process where people can receive their sacraments and become fully initiated into the Catholic Church. If you are interested in or if you have any questions about RCIA please contact Deacon Marvin Bearis through the church @ (781) 326-0550 or email @ mb96cap@yahoo.com.

Calling

Do you feel called to be a Eucharistic Minister to the sick and homebound? Please call Sr. Barbara Lavin at 781-326-0550 X39. This is a very humbling and rewarding ministry. Training is provided for anyone interested.

Edge/LifeTeen

Middle School Youth Ministry

THIS WEEK @ EDGE
Last Wednesday, we had a wonderful opening night of the Edge. As it was our 5th year, there was a "Kindergarten" theme to the night, full of games and activities that brought us back to being young. The Sing-A-Long portion of the night was truly amazing as nearly 200 middle schoolers sang aloud to Christian music!

We begin our new semester topic on PRAYER this coming Wednesday, October 8^th as we cover "Sacred Scripture."

We ask that all parents make sure their children are registered by this week as all kids will be placed in small groups as they enter the hall.
You can download a form from the website or pick one up at the Parish Center.

R.O.C. INFORMATION
SOPHOMORES:
Remaining ROC Nights: October 9^th & 23^rd
Retreat: Saturday, October 25^th from 12-10pm
Sunday, October 26^th from 10am-8pm
(Cost: $25)
Rehearsal: Monday, October 27^th @ 7pm
with sponsors
Confirmation Mass: Sunday, November 2^nd @ 6pm with a 5pm Meeting with Candidates & Sponsors

Catholic High School Open Houses
Most of the surrounding High Schools are holding open houses for those students interested in attending a Catholic High School. Please visit their websites for any information you may need.

Check out the latest pictures
@
www.stmarysedge.com

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LifeTeen Section

Celebrating 10 Years of
Leading Teens Closer to Christ

THIS WEEK @ LIFE TEEN

Monday	Homework Days 2:30-5pm Pizza & Prayer @ 6pm
Wednesday	Homework Days 2:30-5pm
Thurday	Homework Days 2:30-5pm
Saturday	Pancakes & Prayer @ 8am Tootsie Roll Drive
Sunday	Pro-Life Mass & Walk @ 9am Life Teen Mass @ 6pm followed by Life Night

UPCOMING EVENTS
Freshman/Senior Bonfire -Friday, October 10^th
All-Nighter - Sunday, October 12^th(Cost $30)
Six Flags Fright Fest - Friday, Oct. 17^th (Cost: $40)

NEW EVENTS COMING!
"Pancakes & Prayer" ~ Saturday, October 11^th
We will begin with Mass @8am followed by a gathering and homemade pancakes! We invite all of our teens to join us and to bring afriend!
"Can of Worms" ~ Thursday, October 16^th
Got a question? Need an answer? We will resume our Can of Worms discussion groups twice a month at 5:30pm - hope to see you there!

THANK YOU!
Last weekend, we held two events that were largely successful in helping others! Our SLEEP OUT that had to be held inside due to the weather was a time of awareness for the teens. Tom Clinton from the Dedham Youth Commission and Lindsey from the Dedham Food Pantry were present to speak to the needs of the town. We were also blessed to have two speakers who were residents of the Boston Rescue Mission on Kingston St. share their stories of homelessness with us. We thank them for their time! We were able to collect a box full of items for the Dedham Food Pantry as well as raised nearly $1200 for an organization in Dedham. Our Give It Away Now Life Night last week was a great success with collecting nearly 3,000 pounds of clothing for the St. Vincent de Paul Society. We were graced by Tim Kelleher & Allan Praught, members of the St. Mary's Chapter, to speak to the teens on the Society. These two events helped in making us all more aware of the needs in our town to reach out to those who are most in need.

For all up-to-date information, be sure to check out our website @ www.stmaryslifeteen.com

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STEWARDSHIP

SHARING TIME, TALENT, TREASURE

TREASURE	September 28, 2008
Envelopes	$5,255.00
Non-envelope	$1,625.30
Life Teen (9/21)	$566.95
Mail-in(envelopes)	$1,572.00
September EFT	$4,508.66
Special Insurance Collection	$830.003

Have you considered EFT to insure your offertory commitment continues without lapse. The Special Monthly Collection donations can also be handled thru EFT. Call the parish center with any questions or visit www.parishpay.com

A VERY SPECIAL WORD OF THANKS
The McKinney Bros. Tree Service donated their time and effort by removing a tree limb that fell on the boiler room roof of the church. We are most grateful for their time and generosity.

Parish Clergy

Pastor:
Rev. William G. Williams

Parochial Vicar:
Rev. William P. Lohan

Permanent Deacon:
Rev. Mr. Louis W. Sheedy

Senior Priest in Residence:
Msgr. Thomas J. McDonnell

In Residence:
Rev. Christopher Kulig, O. Carm. &
Rev. Joseph F. Mozer