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This week at MQOA:
• Pg. 2 2nd collection for SMA Priests today • Pg. 4 Alpha is for you • Pg. 4 New Mass schedule as of October 1 • Pg. 5 Help needed for kids’ ministry
WELCOME
Thank you for joining us
for Mass today.
We hope that you
find us to be
Holy Spirit-filled
disciples of Jesus Christ,
centered in the Eucharist,
striving to offer welcome
and healing to all.
Contact us soon
to find out how you
can be a part of what
MQOA is building here in
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SEPTEMBER 1, 2019 www.MQOA.org
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A MESSAGE FROM OUR PASTOR
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This week, we say good-bye to Father Remy Matadi, SMA. Fr. Remy has been here for six weeks, which allowed me to take my vacation and retreat. I had the opportunity to meet with the other SMA fathers who have been here helping out in parishes — 14 SMA priests have been here in the Archdiocese for the months of July and August. In order to support Fr. Remy and say thanks, we will take two collections this weekend, the second of which will go to Father’s Order, The Society of African Missions. It is a blessing that we have had a priest from Africa for a number of reasons. The priests from Africa help us to remember that we are part of a worldwide organization that has in common the goal of preaching the Gospel. Fr. Remy, who started out as a parish priest, now works in the area of social justice, trying to teach people and parishes in the country of Kenya how to organize and speak to the government and other leaders to work together to bring justice and, eventually, peace. This is work that goes on around the entire world, and whether you are in Africa, Europe, or here in the United States, the work of justice is always a need. Each year, our Archdiocese sponsors a conference on the principles of justice that we believe in and teach. The principles are based, of course, in Scripture and Tradition. They essentially speak of the dignity of the human person from the moment of conception to natural death. The challenge for us is to live these principles all our lives, whether convenient or inconvenient. We are united in the one purpose of telling the whole world about Jesus Christ and witnessing to His love. It is encouraging to know that this work is going on across the world. Thank you, Fr. Remy, for your presence and help — and thank you for your service as a priest to the people of Kenya. As we move toward the season of fall and start up the new year of ministry, we are excited to continue using the Alpha program as a way to continue to invite people to come to know Jesus Christ. It is a program that allows adults to ask big questions and talk about them in a friendly, non-judgmental atmosphere. I hope all who have not come through the program will consider coming, if only to see what goes on there — and then keep coming, if the Lord is calling you to that. I hope you will also pray that we continue to grow and attract the young people of our community to come and be with us. We have had a number of baptisms this year, which is a good sign, but it is up to all of us to make people feel welcome and create a prayerful, enriching environment that keeps people here. One of the challenges I make to our leadership teams, regardless of what they are leading, is that what we offer should be so good, that we don’t need to require participation in any program — everything we offer is optional, and we hope people always want to opt for our parish because we are faith-filled, welcoming, and joy-filled people. Each of us has that responsibility, because we know what Jesus has done for us, and for all. I am always humbled and astounded that God has invited me, and everyone else, to be part of His Kingdom, but also that God trusts me to share that with others. This is a time of year that people often return to church attendance — and we hope to maximize this time to invite people, especially the young. Thanks to the Thursday night prayer group who took their prayer night onto the lawn and invited anyone walking by the church to sit and sing and pray with them. Evangelizers, every one! Peace, Father Murray
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UN MENSAJE DEL NUESTRO PASTOR
Esta semana nos despedimos del padre Remy Matadi SMA. El p. Remy ha estado aquí durante seis semanas y me ayudó cuando estuve de vacaciones y en un retiro. Tuve la oportunidad de reunirme con los otros padres de SMA que también están aquí ayudando en las parroquias. (Hay 14 sacerdotes en total aquí en la arquidiócesis para los meses de julio y agosto). Para apoyarlo y decirle gracias, como lo hicimos el año pasado, esta semana haremos dos colectas, la segunda de las cuales será para la Orden del padre, La Sociedad de Misiones Africanas. Es una bendición que hayamos tenido un sacerdote de África por muchas razones. Los sacerdotes de África nos ayudan a recordar que somos parte de una organización mundial que tiene en común el objetivo de predicar el Evangelio. El p. Remy, quien comenzó como párroco, ahora trabaja en el área de Justicia Social, tratando de enseñar a los del país de Kenia cómo organizarse y hablar con el gobierno y otros líderes para trabajar juntos y así lograr la justicia y, finalmente, la paz. Este es un trabajo que se desarrolla en todo el mundo y, ya sea que se encuentre en África, Europa o aquí, el trabajo de justicia siempre es una necesidad. Cada año, nuestra Arquidiócesis patrocina dos conferencias sobre los principios de justicia en los que creemos y enseñamos. Los principios, se basan, por supuesto, en las Escrituras y la Tradición. Básicamente hablan de la dignidad de la persona humana desde el momento de la concepción hasta la muerte natural. El desafío para nosotros es vivir estos principios toda nuestra vida, ya sea conveniente o inconveniente. Estamos unidos en el único propósito de contarle a todo el mundo acerca de Jesucristo y dar testimonio de su amor. Es alentador saber que este trabajo está ocurriendo en todo el mundo. Gracias p. Remy por su presencia y ayuda. ¡Gracias por su servicio como sacerdote para el pueblo de Kenia! A medida que avanzamos hacia la temporada de otoño y comenzamos el nuevo año, nos complace decir que usaremos el programa Alpha como una forma de continuar invitando a las personas a conocer a Jesucristo. Es un programa que permite a los adultos hacer grandes preguntas y hablar sobre ellas en una atmósfera amigable. Espero que todos los que no hayan pasado por el programa comiencen a pensar en venir, al menos para ver qué sucede, y luego quedarse si el Señor lo está llamando para eso. Espero que también recen para que sigamos creciendo y atrayendo a los jóvenes de nuestra parroquia para que vengan y nos acompañen. Hemos tenido varios bautizos este año, lo cual es una buena señal, pero depende de todos nosotros hacer que las personas se sientan bienvenidas y crear un ambiente enriquecedor y de oración que mantenga a las personas aquí. Uno de los desafíos que hago a nuestros equipos de liderazgo, independientemente de lo que estén liderando, es que sea tan bueno, que no necesitemos exigir nada. La colaboración es opcional, pero la gente siempre quiere optar por nuestra parroquia porque nosotros somos personas llenas de fe, acogedoras y alegres. Cada uno de nosotros tiene esa responsabilidad por lo que sabemos que Jesús ha hecho por nosotros y por todos. Siempre me siento humilde y asombrado de que Dios me haya invitado a mí y a todos los demás a ser parte de su reino, pero también confía en mí para compartirlo con los demás. ¡Este es el momento para invitar a las personas, especialmente a los jóvenes, y esperamos poder aprovecharlo al máximo! Gracias al grupo de oración del jueves por la noche porque llevó su noche de oración al césped e invitó a cualquiera que caminara por la iglesia a sentarse, cantar y rezar con ellos. ¡Todos son Evangelizadores! Paz, Padre Murray
TODAY’S MASS READINGS:
The readings for the Twenty-Second Sunday
in Ordinary Time in year C can be found starting at
number 993 in the Journeysongs book.
The prayers for the Mass are found starting at number 140
(grey section).
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FIRST COMMUNION PREPARATION If your child is in grade 2 or above and has already been baptized, and you seek the sacrament of Eucharist for him/her, watch this space for details coming soon. Preparation for this sacrament includes preparation for the sacrament of Reconciliation (first Confession) in the fall, and continues with preparation for Eucharist in the spring. We use a combination of 5-6 gatherings of children and their parents/guardians and an at-home curriculum. First Communion is scheduled for April 26, 2020.
CONFIRMATION PREPARATION If you or someone you know is 16 or older and wants to receive the sacrament of Confirmation, watch this space for information coming soon. Preparation for this sacrament includes 5-6 gatherings of candidates with their parents/sponsors and an online curriculum. Confirmation is scheduled for Saturday, May 31, 2020.
Watch this space for dates and registration information, coming soon!
NEW MASS SCHEDULE AS OF 10/1/2019
Our weekend Mass schedule will be changing as of October 1, 2019. Please note time and location changes for Masses:
Saturdays, 4:00 PM at St. James Sundays, 9:30 AM at Immaculate Conception Sundays, 12:00 PM at Immaculate Conception in Spanish Sundays, 6:00 PM at Immaculate Conception
MQOA WELCOMES DAVID
COLPITTS
Please join us in warmly
welcoming David Colpitts to
our staff as the new director
of music ministry in our
parish.
David comes to us with an
impressive history of ministry
in parishes and schools, and loves working
with people to minister through music. He
plays the piano and organ and has directed
choirs and groups of all ages.
When you see David at Mass, please say hello,
and let him know how you can help him build
up our wonderful music ministry!
SOCIAL MEDIA FOR MQOA
Check out our parish website at www.MQOA.org and visit it often for information and updates.
Stay up to date with our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/MQOASalem
Find us on Twitter at twitter.com/SalemCatholics
Our weekly e-newsletter is a great way to keep in touch, and get a sneak peek at our bulletin each week. Sign up by emailing us: [email protected]
If you’ve spent much time here at MQOA, you’ve probably heard about ALPHA. But did you know that Alpha is for you, even if you’re a lifelong, faith-filled Catholic? Save the date and plan to come and see what Alpha is all about, Monday, September 16 at 7:00 PM at St. James lower church hall. You’ll be glad you did! You can find out more about Alpha at our website: www.mqoa.org/alpha or at alphausa.org/try
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CHILDREN’S LITURGY OF THE WORD — HELP NEEDED Wondrous Stories, our Children’s Liturgy of the Word, is offered as ongoing faith formation (in the place of CCD) for children up to 6th grade. During the Mass, kids gather in the parish hall (while their
parents enjoy the readings and homilies at Mass) to learn about the Gospel and our Church. Kids love it, and parents love it! Starting in October, we will offer this ministry during our 9:30 AM Sunday Masses at Immaculate Conception, and we are in need of a team of volunteer leaders for this school year. We’re looking for adults with a love for children and an interest in teaching young kids about Jesus in a safe and fun environment. We’ll train you, and supply all the materials. Interested? Please reach out to Margo Morin, our Pastoral Associate, at [email protected]
MASS WITH HEALING PRAYER
Our monthly Mass with healing prayer is Tuesday night, September 10 at 7:00 PM at Immaculate
Conception. Join us for a beautiful bilingual (Spanish and English) Mass, then stay to receive prayer from our team for healing, or receive the sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick. All are welcome to come and receive prayer. To learn more about Catholic healing Masses, visit this site: https://tinyurl.com/cathhealing To learn about the sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick, visit: www.franciscanmedia.org/sacrament-of-anointing-of-the-sick/
SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL
The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul will be holding our monthly collection on September 14 and 15, and will be at the church doors after all of the Masses. During the last month, we were blessed to receive $6,139 from our collection boxes and many very generous benefactors. With your gifts, our volunteers were able to bring God’s love and mercy to 21 families, providing $2,125 in rental assistance; $1,930 in utility bill assistance; $3,229 in food assistance; $781 in furniture, and $384 in miscellaneous assistance. Those who benefit from your donations are most appreciative of your generosity.
In the Gospels, we see how Jesus encouraged his followers to treat those in need with mercy. You can also treat the poor with mercy by giving to the St. Vincent de Paul Society. Our members then go out two by two to visit those who have called us for assistance and bring your gifts directly to those in need in Salem. Have you considered answering the call to help serve the poor by joining the Society of St. Vincent de Paul? For more information, please call Karen O'Brien at 978-745-2056. We gratefully acknowledge your generous contributions of money and time to help the poor and suffering in Salem.
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YOUR GENEROUS GIVING THIS WEEK AT MQOA
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 2 8:30 AM Rosary at Immaculate Conception chapel 9:00 AM Mass at Immaculate Conception chapel 10:00 AM AA meeting ― St. James conference room TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3 8:30 AM Rosary at Immaculate Conception chapel 9:00 AM Mass at Immaculate Conception 10:00 AM AA meeting ― St. James conference room 7:00 PM La Misa en español ― IC 7:15 pm ASASV meeting ― St. James conf. room WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 8:30 AM Rosary at Immaculate Conception chapel 9:00 AM Mass at Immaculate Conception chapel 9:30 AM Knitting group ― St. James conf. room 6:30 PM Bingo ― St. James church hall THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 8:30 AM Rosary at Immaculate Conception chapel 9:00 AM Mass at Immaculate Conception in English 10:00 AM AA meeting ― St. James conference room FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 8:30 AM Rosary at Immaculate Conception chapel 9:00 AM Mass at Immaculate Conception 10:00 AM AA meeting ― St. James conference room 6:00 PM Wedding rehearsal — IC church 6:30 PM First Friday prayers — IC chapel SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 5:00 AM Hispanic Intercessory Prayer Group ― IC 10:00 AM AA meeting ― St. James conference room 2:00 PM Wedding: Noth/Lamontagne ― IC 3:00 PM Confessions at ― IC chapel 4:00 PM Mass at Immaculate Conception SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 7:30 AM Mass at St. James Church Memorial: Teres Ngo T. Hoa 9:00 AM Mass at Immaculate Conception Baptism at this Mass: Katherine Gugliotta 10:00 AM Coffee and Conversation — IC 10:30 AM Mass at St. James Church Baptism at this Mass: McKenna Conway 12:00 PM Mass at Immaculate Conception en español. 6:30 PM Mass at Immaculate Conception
August 24-25, 2019 Offertory: $5721.00 Online: $388.12 In Mail: $1,246.00 Total: $7,355.12
PLEASE REMEMBER TO WRITE YOUR CHECKS TO “MARY, QUEEN OF THE APOSTLES PARISH.” Mary, Queen of the Apostles Parish relies on the weekly offertory and other donations to serve God and God’s people. By giving $10 or $20 in our weekly collection, you help make Masses more beautiful, ministries more personal, service to the poor more possible, and opportunities to grow in faith more plentiful. Thank you for your financial and prayerful support.
COMING SOON: A NEW WAY TO GIVE ONLINE When a winter storm comes on a weekend, it leads to a lower collection that can cause problems with parish budgeting. Online giving allows you to automatically give to the parish on a schedule. If you’re not signed up to give online, please consider signing up. Watch this space for more details and to learn how you can make single or recurring gifts from your phone.
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MASS MINISTER SCHEDULEs
NEW MINISTERS ARE NEEDED If you’d like to be trained to serve as a lector, greeter, Eucharistic minister, altar server or sacristan, please speak to Fr. Murray to find out how, or email our office. Your help is needed!
PLEASE CHECK IN Eucharistic ministers, lectors, altar servers, please check in in the sacristy when you arrive to serve for Mass. There’s a log book in each of our churches. Also, please come early and greet our guests at the church doors before Mass. Thanks!
SCHEDULING Greeters, lectors, Eucharistic ministers, altar servers, and all liturgical ministers can access the schedule via the link in the email sent on 4/24/2019. If you have lost the link, email Margo Morin at [email protected] and it will be re-sent to you.
THE NEW SCHEDULE IS HERE Please check the schedule online at
the same link (a Google Document
— you do not need an account to
access or edit the doc.). Make
additions or deletions directly in the
document, and your changes will be
saved as you go. Need the link?
Email us: [email protected]
SATURDAY, Aug 31 4:00 PM IC Greeters: *greeters needed Lectors: *lectors needed Eucharistic Ministers: Nancy Roney *ministers needed SUNDAY, Sept 1 7:30 AM SJ Greeters:Beth Griffin Lector: Joyce Harrington Eucharistic Ministers: Richard Poisson Judy Quinlivan * ministers needed 9:00 AM IC Greeters: Victoria Jackson Ted Kobialka Lectors: Lloyd Ternes Kate Sousa Eucharistic Ministers: Philip Moran Darlene Willnow David Henry 10:30 AM SJ Greeters: David DeVoe *greeters needed Altar Servers: Aisling Hinchey Lindell Dre Valsote Lectors: Eileen Luddy Karen Pelletier Eucharistic Ministers: Susan Laperchia Anne DeVoe Mary Ellen Abodeely Patrice Bergevin Glenn Bergevin 6:30 PM IC Lectors: Millie Bergeron Margo Morin Eucharistic Ministers: Christine Williams Lynne Cunningham * ministers needed
SATURDAY, Sept 7 4:00 PM IC Greeters: *greeters needed Lectors: James Fouhey Eucharistic Ministers: Joe Carmody *ministers needed SUNDAY, Sept 8 7:30 AM SJ Greeters: Beth Griffin Lectors: Patrick Dooley Eucharistic Ministers Judy Quinlivan Dana Dooley * ministers needed 9:00 AM IC Greeters: Victoria Jackson Lectors: Marie Brescia Diane Curran Eucharistic Ministers: Beverly Horowitz Joseph Szymanski David Arias 10:30 AM SJ Greeters: David DeVoe *greeters needed Altar Servers: Lindell Dre Valsote Ryker Taguiam Aisling Hinchey Lectors: Aida Oquendo- Nieves Eucharistic Ministers: Claudia Nicgorski Philip Abodeely Diane Lewandowski Betty Richard 6:30 PM IC Lectors: Eucharistic Ministers: Lynne Cunningham Kelly Tetrault * ministers needed
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