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From the pastor's desk
From the Pastor’s Desk
The Week Ahead We begin a big week for the parish. Our religious education program begins. 450 students will be taught by our parish catechists. Teaching religious education on behalf of the parish is a significant commitment. It involves preparation me, class me, and sharing faith with our parish children. Although parents are the primary catechists for their children, our parish catechists play a crucial role in teaching children about Jesus and the Church. A special thank you to Bernadette McGovern, who is volunteering as a nurse when the classes resume. We are one of the few parishes in the area that provides such a service. I look forward to getting to know the children and their parents in the months to come. An additional event on Tuesday evening is the Spiritual Formation Gathering for our Eucharistic Ministers and Lectors. We will start the evening with a reflection on the sacredness of the roles of the Eucharist Minister and Lector. Peter D’Angelo, a dear friend whom I had the honor to mentor over the years, will be our guest speaker. And on Wednesday evening, Darrin Nelson, a Catholic Parish Life Consultant, will speak to the parish staff and those who have leadership positions in the parish. Our gatherings will start a process for me as the pastor to discover from parishioners their personal Catholic experiences and what they see defines the Parish Life at Blessed Sacrament. An open invitation will be given to all parishioners for our October gathering. The intention is to meet once a month to reflect and discuss a particular aspect of parish life here at Blessed Sacrament. More information to follow. As I conclude my ten weeks here, I wish to express my appreciation to the staff and parishioners that have welcomed me to the parish. I look forward to the Installation Mass with Bishop Checchio on next Sunday at noon. I pray for the parish each day, and I ask that you remember me in your prayers as well.
Blessings, Fr. Brian
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Parish News
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September 18
Help the Council of Catholic Women provide a meal on the fourth Monday of every month at the SHIP Galley Soup Kitchen in Somerville. Click above link for details.Read More -
September 15
Join us as Bishop Checchio installs Fr. Brian as pastor of Blessed Sacrament. A celebration will follow in the parish hall.Read More -
September 13
The Diocese is offering a 12-week program for divorced /separated Catholics starting October 8. Registration required. Registration information is available in the Narthex, or in the Catholic Spirit. Call Ro Bersch 908-313-5947 for information.Read More -
September 13
We are looking to hire a part-time Parish Secretary/ Administrative Assistant to work in the parish office approx. 18-20 hours per week. Click above link for details and application.Read More
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News from the Vatican
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Before members of the Synod of Bishops for the Amazon began packing their bags for the synod assembly at the Vatican Oct. 6-27, a variety of groups were announcing side events.
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The Catholic Church will endure, despite the frailty and sins of its members, because it is God’s project, Pope Francis said.
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Mario and Paola Martinez , who co-direct the Diocese of San Bernardino's new Office for Marriage and Family Life, said they see the role as an opportunity to serve their community while also offering...
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