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2 Sixth Sunday of Easter

SAINT JOHN’S TOWNSEND

Knights of ColumbusKnights of ColumbusKnights of ColumbusKnights of Columbus In service to One. In service to all.

Members of St. John the Evangelist Council # 14842

Meet in Fr. Mealey Hall on the

second Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m.

Catholic men over 18 interested in joining

Contact Grand Knight, Keith Jackson, at

978-597-0087 or visit

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Daughters of Isabella Daughters of Isabella Daughters of Isabella Daughters of Isabella

Mother Teresa CircleMother Teresa CircleMother Teresa CircleMother Teresa Circle UNITY, FRIENDSHIP UNITY, FRIENDSHIP UNITY, FRIENDSHIP UNITY, FRIENDSHIP and CHARITYCHARITYCHARITYCHARITY

Attention all Catholic women 16 years and above.

Join today.

There are information packets at the main

entrance to the Church.

Contact Nona Guillemette to join.

Mobile Phone: 978-400-6297

Email: [email protected]

Parish Contact InformationParish Contact InformationParish Contact InformationParish Contact Information

Address 1 School St., Townsend, MA 01469

Phone/Fax 978-597-2291 978-597-3401

Website www.townsendcatholic.org

Email [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

Prayer-Line [email protected] Or call the rectory at 978-597-2291

Saturday 5:00 p.m.

Sunday 7:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.

and 6:00 p.m.

Weekdays Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday

and Saturday 8:30 a.m.

Sacrament of ReconciliationSacrament of ReconciliationSacrament of ReconciliationSacrament of Reconciliation Tuesdays

6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Saturdays

3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Sacrament of BaptismSacrament of BaptismSacrament of BaptismSacrament of Baptism Contact Family Life Coordinator

Marion Parker 978-597-5086

Sacrament of MatrimonySacrament of MatrimonySacrament of MatrimonySacrament of Matrimony Contact Fr. St. Martin at 978-597-2291 x 14

Parish StaffParish StaffParish StaffParish Staff

Rev. Jeremy St. Martin Pastor

Edward Kelly Spiritual Development

Kathleen Twombly Faith Formation

Kris Vaz Youth Ministry

Marion Parker Family Life

Susan Tocci Business Manager

Sue Ann Woolfrey Parish Facilities

Mary Best Office Assistant

Audrey Leitao Event Booking Coordinator

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Mass ScheduleMass ScheduleMass ScheduleMass Schedule

Pope’s May IntentionsPope’s May IntentionsPope’s May IntentionsPope’s May Intentions

That, rejecting the culture of indifference, we may care for our neighbors who suffer, especially the sick and the poor. That Mary's intercession may help Christians in secularized cultures be ready to proclaim Jesus.

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Youth Ministry Meeting 1st Sunday of the Month

11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Fr. Mealey Hall.

Sunday Evening Prayer 7:00 p.m., Church.

Rosary & Adoration Mondays 6:30 p.m. to 7:30

p.m., Church.

Prayer Shawl Ministry Last Monday of every

month, Church.

PPC Meeting 2nd Tuesday of every month from 7:00

p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Rectory.

Prolife Committee Last Tuesday of every month at

7:00 p.m., Rectory.

AA Meeting Wednesdays 7:00 p.m., Fr. Mealey Hall.

Moms and Tots Thursdays 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. in

Father Mealey Hall.

Women’s Bible Study 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the

month at 7:00 p.m. in Fr. Mealey Hall or the Rectory.

Holy Widows Guild 3rd Friday of the month in the

Rectory from 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

First Friday Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament from 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. in the Church.

Holy Day of Obligation...

Ascension Thursday, May 14th, 2015 7:00 p.m. Mass Wednesday 8:30 a.m. Mass Thursday 7:00 p.m. Mass Thursday

90 Week Challenge – Week 10 by Sarah Christmyer Bible Time Period: Patriarchs In the time of the Patriarchs, you called Abraham and promised his children to be a royal kingdom, and worldwide blessing: Help me to trust in your promises today.

Reflection: The remainder of Genesis is taken up with the story of Jacob’s son Joseph - not his firstborn son, but his first son with his favorite wife, Rachel. This is wonderful storytelling, easy to read and imagine, full of truths about God and the way he relates to his children. The readings today cover Joseph’s early years and imprisonment in Egypt. This week’s Reading Genesis 37-40 This week’s Question The flow of the story is interrupted in Chapter 38 with an incident involving Joseph’s older brother Judah. Both men will play key roles in the history of Israel, so it is worth taking note: What is Judah like? How is he different from Joseph? Taken from The Great Adventure Bible Study 90-Day

Saturday, May 9

8:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Edward J. Crowson

Sunday, May 10

7:30 a.m. Mary Langone 10:30 a.m. Nicholas Cordio

6:00 p.m.

Monday, May 11

8:30 a.m. Holy Souls in Purgatory

Tuesday, May 12

8:30 a.m.

Wednesday, May 13

8:30 a.m. Rev. Lawrence J. Drennan 7:00 p.m. Ascension of the Lord

For Karen Rowe, sister of Deacon Bob Connor

Thursday, May 14

8:30 a.m. Ascension of the Lord For Maria Persuitte

7:00 p.m. Ascension of the Lord

Friday, May 15

8:30 a.m. Holy Widows Guild

Saturday, May 16

8:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Family Special Intention for

Christopher McConnell & Family

Sunday, May 17

7:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Patricia Belliveau

6:00 p.m.

Reading Challenge. For more information please visit BibleStudyforCatholics.com

Memorial Brick Report

Our bricklayer has been by to count the bricks again, now that we have more, so that he can get them all installed in

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Pastor’s Desk

REQUIEM ÆTERNAM Our thoughts and prayers are extended

to the friends and family of Karen Marie Rowe, Deacon Bob Connor’s sister.

Through the mercy of God, may she rest in peace. Amen.



a lasting and attractive way. Stay tuned.

Connector Report The connector between the new hall and Fr. Mealey Hall still needs approval from the State Sprinkler Board. The Town recently gave us documents so that we can have a hearing within a month. Pray. May God give success to the work of our hands. Bazaar Report

I am so happy that Donna Miller is now working with the Daughters of Isabella to make this year’s Bazaar the best ever! Do you know anyone who would like to donate raffle prizes? That would be a big help. We are going to need the Scouts and the Knights to redouble their efforts in moving things in and taking things down so please put September 12th on the calendar. We are looking for people to give to the Farmers’ Market booth at the Bazaar. We will do the Blessing of the Motorcycles at the Bazaar. I am looking forward to possibly having the Knights help with a post bazaar cookout after our outdoor Mass. It would be held around the rectory property which means we can have a little beer and maybe even a splash of wine. I can't emphasize enough how we are going to need all the help we can get from young people moving things around; tables, chairs and so forth. We will have the Mass outside (weather permitting) and we are joyful that this great day will proclaim to the world our love, in Christ, for each other and the community at large. p.s. The garage is open for Grandma's Attic! Memorial Day

We are having a special Mass connected with the Town Memorial Day Parade. It should be a wonderful time of praying for our Soldiers who have laid down their lives for us, their friends.

Seminarian We have been assigned a seminarian again. His name is Michael Rora. You can look him up and say hello. He is a sports guy and youth groups tend to like him. I can't wait to see how the goodness of you all helps forms his priestly vocation.

Want to become Catholic? If you want to know more let me know. We have a wonderful team of people who have successfully helped many over the years. This is not a cult. There is no pressure. If you want to come and see and just talk more don't worry. Take your time. Don't be afraid to take a look.

Cover Art Our First Communion children received their First Holy Communion last Sunday, May 3rd. It was a beautiful Mass. Enjoy these pictures and rejoice and be glad. Enjoy the pictures on page 6 of Mrs. Oittinen and Mr. Joy (older and younger) as well as the Murphy Family. They all help with youth work and we thank them for all they do. Mrs. Kris Vaz helped to get them these awards and we had a great time at the banquet. Sunday Reading Reflection

So many things blossom in the Easter Season. The fact that the Church grew and became the first truly international institution is chronicled in the readings. Also the Holy Spirit who sets us free to know what to do to praise God at all times is sent at this time of Easter. The blossoms of new converts and the Holy Spirit filling our hearts making us joyful are present now as well right here in Townsend. Here ends "The Pastor's Desk”

Upcoming Youth Group Events May Procession will be today, May 10th after the 10:30 a.m. Mass. The next Youth Ministry Meeting is June 7th from 11:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m. in Father Mealey Hall. There will be a Baptism Celebration on June 28th after the 10:30 a.m. Mass. World Youth Day Car Wash Fundraiser June 27, 2015 at 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in front of the Rectory

Ring Found If you know of anyone who lost a ring in

the Church, please call the Rectory. ~Mary Best

St. Bernard’s Tuition Subsidy Forms are

now available. If you have a child that is planning to attend St. Bernard’s High School in Fitchburg this fall, you may be eligible for a tuition subsidy. Please pick up an application in the beige bin in front of the Rectory. These forms are due back to the Rectory by May 17th.

2015 St. John’s Scholarship Applications are

now available. High School Seniors may pick up a form in the beige bin on the front porch of the rectory. Applications must be returned by May 17th.

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Offertory Report

Steubinville East - July 17-19 at UMASS Lowell.

An informational letter was sent out to grade 8, 9 and 10. Please consider sending your teen to this event! If you are considering this at all, please contact me!

~Kathie Twombly

Portion of the above amount Donated through Envelope and Online Giving this week:

$3,723

Week of

May 3rd

Month to

Date

Year to

Date

Budget $6,100 $6,100 $256,200

Actual $4,921 $4,921 $211,451

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FY15 Budgeted Amount: $6,100/wk St. John’s fiscal year runs from July 1st - June 30th

The collection for St. John’s Mortgage was $1,898.00. The second collection this weekend is for Napal. Thank you for your continued support.

Praise God for our Adults who received awards at the Archdiocesan Youth Awards Banquet! Thank you to Mrs. Vaz for the awards!

Praise God for our Youth who received awards at the Archdiocesan Youth Awards Banquet recently!

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