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Mailing address: 271 Main Street, Saco, ME 04072 • Tel: 207-282-3321
E-mail: [email protected] • www.goodshepherdparish.us
Office Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Good Shepherd Parish Biddeford, Lyman, Old Orchard Beach, Saco
(Church physical addresses listed inside)
May 1, 2016
Sixth Sunday of Easter
Message from Monsignor René Mathieu: (1) Thursday, May 5 is a holy day of obligation, the Solemnity of the
Ascension of the Lord. The schedule of Masses for Wednesday evening
and Thursday are listed elsewhere in this bulletin. Because of the con-
struction continuing at St. Joseph, no holy day Mass is scheduled at that
location this year. (2) Reconstruction of the St. Joseph Church parking
lot and handicap entrance continues. Until further notice, scheduled
weekday Masses are re-located to Most Holy Trinity Church. While weekend Masses
will continue at Saint Joseph, some parishioners may want to attend Mass at one of our
other church locations while work is in progress. This project is made possible by a
bequest from the estate of Marguerite Boivin. (3) Two dozen of our youth and adults
participated in the annual diocesan youth convention last weekend in Rockport. It is
an opportunity for our youth to network with other young Catholics around the state
while giving them access to special liturgies, workshops and speakers. One of our
youth, Katie Dube, was awarded the highly regarded St. Timothy Youth Recognition
Award “due to her outstanding Christian leadership, personal witness to the faith, posi-
tive example set for others and involvement in the life and mission of the parish and
local community.” Congratulations, Katie! (4) Assignment of Priests: Effective June
1, Fr. Robert C. Vaillancourt, former parochial vicar at St. Andre in Biddeford (1982-
85), and currently chaplain at Maine Medical Center with weekend duties at the parish
in Falmouth, has been named pastor of St. Brendan the Navigator Parish (Camden/
Rockland/Belfast/Islesboro/Vinalhaven). Fr. Paul G. Murray, currently residential
care (nursing homes/hospitals) chaplain in Auburn/Lewiston with some Mass ministry
in the Auburn churches, has been named administrator of Our Lady of Lakes Parish
(Oquossoc/Rangeley/Stratton/Sugarloaf Mountain). Effective April 15, Fr. Donal
MacVeigh, S.J., currently parochial vicar at Saints Mary and Joseph Parish in Salem,
NH, has been assigned as part-time hospital chaplain at Mercy Hospital and Maine
Medical, and part-time parochial vicar at Our Lady of Hope Parish (St. Joseph/St. Pius
X), all in Portland. (5) Jubilee Year of Mercy (May) -- In burying the dead, the innate
dignity of the human person -- soul and body -- is recognized and honored. The Book of Genesis teaches that human beings are created in the image of God, and the Gospel
reveals that, in Jesus’ resurrection from the dead, we are promised eternal life. In our
Christian faith, then, we have hope that we will rise with the Lord Jesus on the last day.
By interring the remains of the dead, we honor them and profess our faith that they are
alive in Jesus Christ. “And so, when you and your daughter-in-law Sarah prayed, I
brought a reminder of your prayer before the Holy One; and when you buried the dead,
I was likewise present with you” (Tobit 12:12). This week’s suggestion: Offer daily
prayers for the deceased and those with terminal illnesses. Send Mass cards to families
of those who have died. (6) Caution! Media reports call our attention to the danger of
deer ticks,which are especially numerous this year because of the warmer than normal
winter. Ticks may harbor Lyme disease, a bacterial infection that can make people sick
in various ways. Be cautious when you or your pets spend any time outdoors. (7)
Thank You of the Week: To parishioners who faithfully perform the tedious task of
counting the weekend offertory week after week. Thank you!
JOKES PRIESTS CAN TELL, Vol. 6 - Msgr. Tonne:
Sister had read to her third-graders the story of the Prodigal Son. Then, to test how they
had paid attention, she asked: “Who was unhappy at the return of the Prodigal Son?”
After a slight pause one lad shouted: “The fatted calf.”
GOOD SHEPHERD PARISH SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER MAY 1, 2016
Most Holy Trinity Church St. Joseph Church & Ste. Anne Chapel St. Margaret Church St. Philip Church 271 Main St 178 Elm St (Rte 1) 6 Saco Ave 404 Goodwins Mills Rd Saco, Maine 04072 Biddeford, Maine 04005 Old Orchard Beach, Maine 04064 Lyman, Maine 04002
St. Brendan Chapel (seasonal) 40 Lester B. Orcutt Blvd, Biddeford Pool, Maine 04006
Rev. Msgr. Rene T. Mathieu, Pastor Rev. P. Antonydass, HGN, Parochial Vicar Rev. Robert Gaudreau, Parochial Vicar
Deacon Robert Parenteau Deacon Kevin Jacques
SEASON OF EASTER 2016
Confession times on Saturdays are below: 3:00 pm at Most Holy Trinity, St. Joseph & St. Margaret
3:30 pm at St. Philip
The feast of St. Philip,
Apostle & Evangelist, is May 3.
St. Philip, Patron of our Parish, pray for us!
Vocations: If we love, we know the presence of God. Take time to be aware of God’s loving presence. Are you open to the Holy Spirit?
(Jn. 14:23-29) If you think God is calling you,
call Fr. Seamus Griesbach: 207-773-6471; email: [email protected].
Website: www.portlanddiocese/vocations Facebook: VocationsME.
Prayer of Intercession: For our church, may we reach out in love, trusting the Spirit's lead,
we pray to the Lord...
OUR PARISH WEBSITE includes the weekly bulletin, a page of upcoming events, links to St. James School, the Portland Diocese (with daily
news updates), the USCCB, the Vatican & much more. There is also a link for WeShare,
our parish’s secure, online giving system. Check it out and let us know what you think!
Apostolate of Prayer for Priests - May 2016 1. Bishop Robert P. Deeley JCD 2. Rev. Alejandro DeJesus OSB, V. Rev. Paul Plante 3. Rev. Richard Bertrand SJ, Rev. Robert Lupo 4. Rev. Paul Marquis, Rev. John McHugh OFM Cap 5. Rev. Thomas Lequin, Rev. John Skehan 6. Rev. Augustine Nellery, Rev. P. Antonydass HGN 7. Rev. Raymond Picard, Rev. James Roy MM
Which priest is celebrating Mass where this weekend? We list the name of the priest who will
celebrate every scheduled weekend Mass. However, this schedule may be changed without notice.
Bishop & Doctor of the Church ; Feast day: May 2
“When a portrait is spoiled, the only way to renew it is for the Subject to come back to the studio and sit for the artist all over again. That is why Christ came--to make it possible for the divine image in man to be recre-
ated. We were made in God's likeness; we are re-made in the likeness of his Son.”
~ St. Athanasius of Alexandria (295-373)
Everett Harriman (born 1933) * Louis Roy (born 1935) Lucille Jariz (born 1925) * Marcel Martel (born 1937)
Philip Masse (born 1926) * Laura DeMello (born 1935) Francis Savage (born 1931) * Gary Gailloux (born 1972) Germaine Collard (born 1915) * Jeanne Beal (born 1940)
Jennie McClure (born 1937) * Joseph Doherty (born 1928) Leonard Burke (born 1921) * Theresa Letarte (born 1924)
Mary Cote (born 1922) * Joseph Cote (born 1923)
May their souls and the souls of all the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace.
Saturday, April 30 4:00 pm St. Joseph: (Fr. Robert Gaudreau) Guy Fecteau (17th Ann.) / Robert & Jocelyn Gosselin 4:00 pm Most Holy Trinity: (Fr. Joseph Manship) Lorraine Boutet (1st Ann.) / Robert Guay 4:00 pm St. Margaret: (Msgr. Mathieu) Madlyn McPherson (3rd Ann.) 4:30 pm St. Philip: (Fr. David Schlaver) For favor obtained from St. Jude Sunday, May 1, Sixth Sunday of Easter 8:00 am St. Joseph: (French) (Fr. Robert Gaudreau) Messe d’Action de grace / Muriel Ouellette (4th Ann.) 8:30 am St. Margaret: (Msgr. Mathieu) Richard Lemieux 8:30 am Most Holy Trinity: (Fr. Joseph Manship) Concisa, Wilfredo, & Nono Garcia / Lorraine Begin 9:00 am St. Philip: (Fr. David Schlaver) All Souls 10:30 am Most Holy Trinity: (Fr. Joseph Manship) Donald Cantara (1st Ann.) / Edmund Nadeau 10:30 am St. Margaret: (Msgr. Mathieu) For All People in Good Shepherd Parish 11:00 am St. Joseph: (Fr. Robert Gaudreau) Ron and Kenneth Powell / Special Intentions 5:30 pm Most Holy Trinity: (Fr. Robert Gaudreau) All Souls +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Monday, May 2 9:00 am Most Holy Trinity: June G. Audie (9th Ann.) / Robert Ciaraldi Tuesday, May 3 7:00 am Most Holy Trinity: Maureen Wotton / Fr. Zenon Decary 9:00 am Most Holy Trinity: Joan Couture / Cecile Delorge Baillargeon
Wednesday, May 4 9:00 am St. James School: Souls in Purgatory / St. Joseph & St. Anthony for favor received 9:00 am St. Philip: All Souls Vigil Mass 4:00 pm Most Holy Trinity: (Fr. Robert Gaudreau) Claire Collard / Theresa Letarte Ascension Thursday, May 5 8:00 am St. Margaret: (Fr. David Schlaver) All Souls 9:00 am St. Philip: (Fr. Joseph Manship) All Souls 9:00 am Most Holy Trinity: (Fr. Antonydass) Joe Doherty / Raymond Auger 6:30 pm Most Holy Trinity: (Msgr. Mathieu) Therese Giguere / For All People in Good Shepherd Parish Friday, May 6 7:00 am Most Holy Trinity: Sylvie Duclos / Mr. & Mrs. Conrad Picard 9:00 am Most Holy Trinity: Memorial Book Names / Annie Cote (4th Ann.) ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Saturday, May 7 4:00 pm St. Joseph: (Fr. Ron Labarre) Keith Provencher (3rd Ann.) / Jean & Beatrice Provencher 4:00 pm Most Holy Trinity: (Fr. David Schlaver) Lucille Delorge (2nd Ann.) / Souls in Purgatory 4:00 pm St. Margaret: (Msgr. Mathieu) Garon Murphy / Dorilas Roy 4:30 pm St. Philip: (Fr. Antonydass) Mildred Cleary / Denise & Paul Lavigne Sunday, May 8, Seventh Sunday of Easter 8:00 am St. Joseph: (French) (Fr. Ron Labarre) Anita Villemaire / Yolande F. Laverriere 8:30 am St. Margaret: (Msgr. Mathieu) Laurette Simoneau / For All People in Good Shepherd Parish 8:30 am Most Holy Trinity: (Fr. Antonydass) Juliette Landry / Kimberly Bolduc Roberts 9:00 am St. Philip: (Fr. David Schlaver) All Souls 10:30 am Most Holy Trinity: (Fr. Antonydass) Raymond J. Paquette / Robert Mahoney 10:30 am St. Margaret: (Msgr. Mathieu) Vivien & James Sullivan / Nancy Tucker 11:00 am St. Joseph: (Fr. Ron Labarre) Carmen Cote / Deceased members of the Leandre Fecteau family
PARISH LITURGIES
GOOD SHEPHERD PARISH SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER MAY 1, 2016
The Sanctuary Lamp at Most Holy Trinity is burning this week for Jeanne Gonthier
Cemeteries of Good Shepherd Parish: St. Joseph / St. Mary
Office hours are Mon-Fri, 8:30-Noon. Sandy can be reached at: 282-0747.
Please pray for the following couples scheduled to marry soon: Brandon Thompson & Margaret Laverriere;
Michael Williams & Leah Kaliher
Note: Due to parking lot construction at St. Joseph, the Tues/Fri Masses & Intentions at Ste. Anne’s have been relocated and rescheduled to 7 am at MHT.
Donations to food pantries at all our churches: This week: canned green beans / pork & beans
WANTED/VOLUNTEER/OUTREACH COORDINATOR Knowledge of goals and objectives of public service.
Programs & outreach, designed for general community needs. Strong communications and interpersonal skills needed.
Approx. 4 hrs/week for established Program. FMI call 282-3321.
SACO MEALS seeks a coordinator to oversee the program, which serves 2 meals/wk on Mon. & Thurs. Thurs. they will be in charge
of a group of dedicated volunteers to see that the Meal runs smoothly from prep to service. Approx. 10 hrs/wk. FMI call Renee: 282-3557.
In-A-Pinch Non-Food Pantry – The Social Justice & Peace Commission is once again sponsoring a collection of household and personal care supplies to be distributed to families without the means to purchase them. Household items include: trash bags, toilet paper, dish and clothes detergents, and cleaning supplies. Personal items include: shampoo, toothbrush & paste, shaving cream & razor, soap, Bandaids, etc. Infant needs include: baby shampoo & lotion, wipes, baby powder, Q-Tips, and diapers. The goal of this program is to address and improve individ-uals’ self-respect, and create healthier living conditions for participants. Boxes for your donations will be in all Good Shepherd churches starting the first weekend in May. Please join us in “being our brothers’ keeper.”
Communion to the Sick & Homebound: The need con-tinues to grow, and we are always looking for volunteers to give of their talents and time in this way. FMI please
call the parish office at 207-282-332. Thank you.
Ascension Thursday, May 5 is a Holy Day of Obligation Due to construction, there will not
be an Ascension Mass at St. Joseph. Masses are:
Vigil, Wed., May 4: 4:00 pm at Most Holy Trinity
Thursday, May 5: 8:00 am St. Margaret 9:00 am St. Philip 9:00 am Most Holy Trinity 6:30 pm Most Holy Trinity
SAINT JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL
25 Graham Street Phone 207-282-4084
Biddeford, ME 04005 FAX 207-286-3693
E-mail [email protected]
Website www.sjsbiddeford.org
St. James School is
Service
Academics
Faith
Excellence
St. James is a Catholic, parochial school committed to fostering spiritual, intellectual, social, emotional & physical growth in a S.A.F.E.
and collaborative environment while empowering students to be cre-ative, to think critically, to act responsibly, and to serve with integrity.
The twenty-fifth anniversary of Saint James School is coming up! Please send your contact information and your year of graduation from Saint James School to [email protected],
so you will know when all the events are happening!
GOOD SHEPHERD PARISH SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER MAY 1, 2016
Alumni Contact Information
Name______________________________Class of_________
Address___________________________________________
_______________________________________________
Telephone Number________________________________
Email Address______________________________________
Would you like to be a class representative? YES NO
Would you like to help with the anniversary? YES NO
FAITH FORMATION
Thanks for participating
in our end-of-year
celebration this Sunday.
Watch the bulletin for registration details for next year.
We hope to see you at Vacation Bible School
June 27th - July 1st @ MHT
Have a safe and fun-filled summer!
[email protected] ; 282-4812x115
May 1 – Youth Mass followed by Edge & Life Night (and monthly gathering for parents)
May 8 – NO MEETING (Mother’s Day)
May 15 – Edge & Life Night (final high school session)
May 21-22 – Lock-in Retreat for High School & 8th Grade –
see details below
May 22 – Edge Night (final junior high session)
FMI concerning the following events/programs, contact youth minister, Josh Houde, 282-4812x117 or [email protected].
YOUTH MINISTRY Youth Ministry Sun. Mtgs: usually 5:30 pm at Most Holy Trinity
YOUNG ADULT / FAMILY MINISTRY
May 12 (Thurs): Theology on Tap with Dan Norton: “The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus.” Dan is a Catholic apologist in Boston, who received an MA in Philosophy from the Franciscan University of Steubenville. He has spoken to college & young adult groups from Boston to Baltimore, and has a special interest in using philosophy and history to make the case for Christ and His Church. Young adults are invited for a great evening of con-versation, food, and drink: 7-9 pm at Pat's Pizza in Portland (30 Market St.). FMI contact: 282-4812x117; [email protected].
Mark Your Calendar for May 17 (Tues): Monthly Potluck for Young Married & Engaged Couples/Families - hosted by the Barrera’s, whose home is in Falmouth. More details to come. FMI, please contact Josh.
Please Notice: The Traveling Sacramental Banner featuring the names of the children who received Sacraments recently, will be at St. Philip Church, for this & next weekend.
May 1 (Sun): Youth Mass & Parent Life Gathering All parishioners are welcome to the monthly 5:30 pm Youth Mass at Most Holy Trinity Church in Saco. Parents (and guardians/grandparents) of youth are invited to stay afterwards while the youth are in their sessions for our monthly Parent Life Gathering, a chance to build
community and engage in spiritual conversation with other parents of Cath-olic youth. This meeting takes place monthly, following the Youth Mass.
Students in our preschool attend library sessions each week.
Pictured here are our students showing off the jellyfish they made
after reading the book, Jenny Jellyfish.
Saint James’ second graders teamed up with
their sixth grade buddies to plant flow-ers in the front yard of the school to make it
more beautiful. It is so wonderful to have a Pre-K to 8th grade school where older
students can help and teach younger students.
It was an early Earth Day gift to the school.
May 15 (Sun): Graduation Mass – High school seniors are invited to the 10:30 am Mass at Most Holy Trinity on Sun., May 15, for special recognition and prayers as they transition into the next phase of their life. Msgr. René Mathieu will be the celebrant. Please RSVP to youth minister, Joshua Houde (contact info is listed above).
May 21-22 (Sat-Sun): Lock-In Retreat! – The high school youth ministry will hold a weekend lock-in at St Philip Church, May 21-22. The event will include a variety of social activities to build community, as well as a spiritual component, and will run from Saturday afternoon through Sunday morning. Eighth graders are invited
to participate in the event as well (but will spend the night at home). Contact Josh for details or to register!
Saint James students helped to clean up their
school. They picked up trash, raked, and
planted flowers. Saint James students care!
Becoming Catholic Through R.C.I.T.: If you are a teen seeking to become Catholic or to receive your sacraments of Confirmation and/or
First Communion, Josh & Pam Houde invite you to join the Rite of Chris-tian Initiation for Teens (R.C.I.T.). Questions? Call Josh: 282-4812x117.
GOOD SHEPHERD PARISH SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER MAY 1, 2016
Second Collection This Weekend - Religious Education Programs: This collection supports our Faith Formation programs by providing books, supplies and refreshments for class and meetings that help educate our children and youth in their Catholic Faith.
Thursday, May 5, is the Feast of the Ascension. There is an offertory envelope included in the packet for this holy day of obligation. Your contribution is much appreciated.
GSP Christmas Fair: Just a reminder that our Christmas Fair meeting is Thurs., May 5, at 6:30 pm in St. Joseph Church Hall. If
the Hall is not available due to construction, we will meet in the Decary Center directly behind St. Joseph Church on Bradbury St.
This will not be a working meeting, but rather a short organizational & planning meeting. Ken Greenleaf will be contacting area businesses begin-ning in the next week or so to procure items for the Penny Raffle. Thanks
again to Ken and "That Man is You" Men's Group for heading up this section of the Fair. FMI contact Dan & Denise Bastarache at 283-9310.
Conference on End of Life Conversations: What to Say and Do May 4; 12 to 2:30 pm; Talbot Hall, USM Portland; $20 incl. lunch!
Post Conference Forums at various locations * Light supper incl./free FMI/To register: hospiceofsouthernmaine.org/thresholds ; 289-3643.
Care Giver Support Group for those caring for loved ones with Memory Loss: You are not alone. We look forward to time with you.
Please join us at The Monarch Center, 392 Main St, Saco on May 6 at 10:30 am. You may bring your loved ones to participate in activities at
our community during meetings; designed to be a monthly support group. Please RSVP to June: 284-0900; june.o’[email protected].
Due to more early bulletin deadlines, we do not have the Offertory Collection Reports available this week, but will post as soon as we can. Thank you for your understanding. – Parish Administration
WeShare, our Online Giving System, is easy to use! Go to www.goodshepherdparish.us, and under the "About Us" tab, click Online Giving. You can make a one-time or recurring donation using your credit card, checking or savings account. Check it out!
JOB OPENINGS at Good Shepherd Parish Part –time cleaning person at Most Holy Trinity Church and Offices. We need cleaning services for approximately 8 hours per week. Ideally, the work is performed over a 3 day schedule, of Monday, Wednesday and Friday or some similar schedule. The work can be done in the even-ing or early morning. Part-time custodian for St. Margaret Church in Old Orchard Beach. The person will be responsible for maintenance of the building and grounds, including snow clearing steps, walkways and sidewalks in win-ter, and mowing the lawn in summer. The work schedule can be flexible and will vary between 8-16 hours per week. If interested, please contact the office (207-282-3321) with a resume and work experience in order to be considered. Or send an email to [email protected].
Turkey Dinner: Sat., Apr. 30 at St. Margaret Hall in Old Orchard Beach, hosted by the Knights’ Council #2266, from 5 to 7 pm. Menu to include: turkey, mashed potatoes, side vegetables and cranberry sauce. Vegetable soup available as an appetizer before your meal. $8 for adults & teens; $4 for children 6-12; kids 5 & under free. Takeout meals available. All monies raised will benefit Knights’ charities.
Prayers at the Memorial for the Unborn will resume for the summer on May 5, at St. Joseph Cemetery. This Knights of Columbus activity is open to everyone and will take place every Thursday evening at 6:00 pm at the St. Joseph Cemetery where the Rosary will be recited. FMI contact Sean Good, 219-1213 ; [email protected].
Meeting Change Notice: The Regular May monthly meeting for the St. Joseph Council #12941 will be moved from the second Sunday to the third Sunday, so to not interfere with Mother's Day celebrations. The funds raised at the Community Concert will be presented to St. James School and other recipients prior to the start of the meeting. FMI contact Jerry Letellier, 590-2260 ; [email protected].
"Friends of Fr. Zénon Decary" will meet at MHT Conference Room at 10:00 am on Wed., May 4th. New comers are welcomed.
~ SPRING CLEANING TIME ~ St. Philip Church will be having their annual
"INDOOR YARD SALE" the weekend of July 9th & 10th. After MAY 1st, items may be dropped off, at either of the two weekend Masses, or arrangements may be made for pick ups.
We will not accept TV's, computers, white appliances or mattresses. FMI please contact: Gisele Lynes, 499-7453 or Donna Bilodeau, 499-7490.
A Healing Service will be held Mon., May 2, 11 am at Most Holy Trinity. Please note the changed location. All are welcome!
"The Choice Wine – 7 Steps to a Superabundant Marriage" Couples Program continues Sat., May 7,
at 6:30 pm. Theme: “Use money for other people”
There’s still time to join us! To register, please go to www.goodshepherdparish.us.
*** Meetings are at MHT Hall. Check-in, refreshments, & social time begin at 6:30 pm. DVD program starts shortly after.
FMI call Ken Greenleaf, 590-5805; or Dave Dube, 590-5198.
Good Shepherd Parish 50/50 Club Name_______________________________________________
Address_____________________________________________
City________________________________________________
Telephone#__________________________________________
Please detach and return to Good Shepherd Parish, 271 Main St,
Saco, ME 04072, or you can drop it in the collection basket at
Mass in an envelope marked "50/50 Club."
$5 a month, $30 for 6 months, $60 for a year.
The Culture of Life Committee, sponsored by the Knights of Columbus, and in conjunction with Good Shepherd Parish, are proud to launch their
first annual BABY BOTTLE DRIVE. It will be initiated on Mother’s Day and run until Father’s Day. Help us to Proclaim, Celebrate and
Serve the Gospel of Life. The ultimate purpose is to protect and promote life with projects, like raising funds to purchase an ultrasound machine. The National Knights of Columbus will generously match our funds for
the purchase of such a machine if we are able to raise $10,000. It has been proven that once a mother in crisis can see her baby on an ultra-sound picture, that mother, 99% of the time, will choose life for her
unborn child. What a wonderful way in which we can all help to support life. Who knows who this little life will become someday!
Instructions on how this drive will work are included with each bottle. Thank You for participating in this most merciful endeavor, especially
in this Year of Mercy. Pick up a bottle at the end of Mass next week, and return it in the appropriately marked containers on Father’s Day.
An outdoor Rosary Procession & May Crowning of Our Lady, sponsored by the Secular Franciscans, will be held on the 1st Saturday, May 7, beginning at 10 am at the Franciscan Monastery in Kennebunk.
This ceremony will be preceded by a Mass at 8 am, and exposition of the Blessed Sacrament till 10 am. Bring your family & friends to join us
for all or part of this beautiful and traditional May Devotion to our Blessed Mother. Rain or shine. FMI call Lucienne Nulton, 205-7110.
May 6 - May 12: A Directed Ignatian Retreat w/ Christine Moroni, spiritual director & theology student at Boston College. This kind of retreat is an individual walk with Jesus through Scripture; not a preached retreat. It is a 1-on-1 discussion with the director in shared prayer & focus for spiritu-al growth. The person making the retreat eats & sleeps at home. There are 4 or 5 prayer periods/day (20 - 40 min.) and a private, daily interview (30 - 45
min.), by arrangement at either MHT Church or Marie Fitzbach Convent (290 Elm St.), whichever is convenient. If interested, please call the parish, 282-3321; or Christine, 218-235-7223 to register. Requesting a donation.
ST JOSEPH CHURCH PARKING LOT UPDATE: Thus far crews have focused on installing 5 catch basins, and the connecting drainage pipe across the parking lot. This will dramatically improve surface drainage. We are also coordinating with the city to separate storm and sewer drain-age, as well as replacing an original brick manhole with a precast concrete structure. Work will soon begin on the construction of the new section of St. Joseph Street.
