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Children of a Lesser God: Reflections on El Salvador and Sub -Saharan Africa
On Tuesday, February 26, at 7pm, Peter Gyves, SJ, will reflect on his experience as a physician working in El Salvador from 1990 -1993 during that country's civil war and, over the past five summers, among children with HIV/AIDS in sub -Saharan Africa. Peter is a Paulist Center Community member and a Jesuit who is serving his transitional deacon year here at the Paulist Center. He will be ordained to the priesthood in June 2008. Peter's talk will offer an historical and theological reflection on his experience among the poor. All are welcome.
Baptismal Preparation Class
Will be held at the Center on Tuesday, Feb. 26 at 7pm. All parents who have not yet completed a baptismal preparation class must do so before their child can be baptized at the Center. If both parents are Catholic they should both attend the session. A parent who is not Catholic is welcome to attend, but it is not required. No need to pre -register, just come to the session. Subsequent classes will be held on April 7 and June 2. Expectant parents may attend as may couples expecting to finalize adoption in the near future.
Save the Date! The 28th Annual Paulist Center Auction Saturday, April 26, 2008.
The Center relies on everyone’s participation to keep our ministries working and serving this city and this world. Please consider sharing your many gifts by participating in this year’s Auction Planning Team. All are invited to the kick -off organizational meeting on Wed, Feb. 13 at 7pm. More details inside bulletin.
| Readings |
February 24 to March 2, 2008 |
| Sun |
Ex 17:3-7; Ps 95; Rom 5:1-2, 5-8; Jn 4:5-42 |
| Mon |
2 Kgs 5:1-15b; Ps 42; Lk 4:24-30 |
| Tue |
Dn 3:25, 34-43; Ps 25; Mt 18:21-35 |
| Wed |
Dt 4:1, 5-9; Ps 147; Mt 5:17-19 |
| Thu |
Jer 7:23-28; Ps 95; Lk 11:14-23 |
| Fri |
Hos 14:2-10; Ps 81; Mk 12:28-34 |
| Sat |
Hos 6:1-6; Ps 51; Lk 18:9-14 |
| Sun |
1 Sm 16:1b-13a; Ps 23; Eph 5:8-14; Jn 9:1-41 |
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NOTE: These Readings are linked to the full text in this online Lectionary. (Click on the name of the day.)
Another good link to the entire Bible is this Bible Gateway. |
Food Pantry: demand is High, Food Supplies are Low
We are in need of hearty soups, stew, jarred spaghetti sauce,
mac&cheese, an canned veggies/fruit..
The pantry is open each Tuesday and Thursday afternoon from 2-3:30. Thanks for your continued generosity in helping us feed the homeless.
No Religious Education Classes
On Feb. 17 & 24 due to winter break.
1st Reconciliation Meeting
On Sat., Mar. 2 from 3 -4:30pm for children and adults.
1st Grade Teacher Needed!
We are seeking a 1st grade teacher for our religious education program for the remaining 10 classes of this school year. Please contact Susan Rutkowski at 617 -948-2426 or SusanRutkow@aol.com here at the Center if you can help.
A Call to Join the Blessed Franz Jagerstatter 2008 Lenten Fast and Prayer Campaign
Community Members are invited to participate in a Prayer and Fast commitment during Lent. This thoughtful endeavor, initiated by “Franz Jagerstatter People to Break the Silence” has as its Lenten goal to purify our own hearts; to ask for forgiveness for participating in the violence of the Iraq war by our silence; to educate Catholics on the nonviolent teachings and life of Jesus; and to encourage the faithful in the United States to fast and pray throughout the Lenten season. The nature and extent of fasting and prayer is to be set by each individual. Signatures will be collected throughout Lent and be sent to the Cardinal on Easter Sunday. Flyers with blank statements can be found in the racks in the back of the chapel.
Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser
As part of the 150th Anniversary events, please join us for a delicious spaghetti and meatballs dinner on Saturday, Mar 1 after the 6pm Mass. Tickets will be on sale after masses and the proceeds will go to the costs for our May 18th Mass and Celebration on the Common.
Operation Rice Bowl
As part of our faith community’s Lenten observance, we will participate in Catholic Relief Services’ Lenten program, Operation Rice Bowl. For thirty one years, Operation Rice Bowl has inspired Catholics in the United States to pray, fast, learn and give as we increase our understanding of our global community and connect that with the principles of Catholic Social Teaching throughout our Lenten journey. Unlike other Sundays when we are invited to bring gifts for the Church and the poor, on Holy Thursday we are invited to offer gifts solely for the poor. And so we welcome you to bring your Rice Bowl to our Holy Thursday liturgy. You can pick up rice bowls and corresponding home calendars in the racks in the back of the chapel.
Pilgrimage to Rome
Paulist Fr. Paul Robichaud is leading a pilgrimage to Rome in early March to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Paulists and “ Nuper Non Nulli, ” the proclamation by Pope Pius IX that created the Paulist Fathers as a Congregation in 1858 on March 6th. They are happy to take prayer intention requests on their pilgrimage. If you have an intention that you would like the pilgrims to pray for, please email Fr. Paul by March 2nd at: probichaud@paulist.org .
Interfaith film screening of James Carroll’s Constantine Sword
All are welcome to a free advance screening of this documentary film. Discussion with author and co -producer James Carroll will follow. Wednesday, Mar. 5, at 7pm in Morse Auditorium at Boston University. Presented by Cooperative Metropolitan Ministries and 10 co - sponsoring organizations, including the Paulist Center. See www.coopmet.org for more information.
Liturgical Ministry Update!
All liturgical ministers are asked to complete their yearly 2008 CORI form and turn it in during the month of February. New ministry volunteers or those who are completing the form for the first time must use the green form. All others use the white forms. Forms are located in the El Salvador alcove, and should be returned to Forms Return Box, or to Michael Kurley at the Center. Please also complete one of the Liturgical Ministry Update forms available in the sacristy or the El Salvador alcove so we have accurate contact information for all liturgical ministers. Thank you!
Upcoming Retreat Opportunities
Days of prayer and weekend retreats that emphasize art and Ignatian prayer exercises will be offered by Bob Gilroy, SJ, a spiritual director for the Jesuit Collaborative. Contact retreat centers directly for registration.
Art and Spiritual Direction :
Fri-Sat, 2/29-3/1 Lesley University, Cambridge, MA. www.lesley.edu The Ignatian Way with Art : Sat, 3/8; Jesuit Collaborative, Watertown, MA. www.jesuit -collaborative.org The Ignatian Way with Art : Sat, 4/5; Campion Renewal Center, Weston, MA. www.campioncenter.org
Prayer Requests
Please pray for Joseph P. Shiel, Jr., brother of a former guest at Supper Club. Pray for healing and peace.
Journey with Isaac Hecker and Christ ! Let's mark 15,000 footprints of service as a community!
In honor of Isaac Hecker and in celebration of the 150th anniversary of the founding of the Paulists, we challenge the community to log 15,000 hours (or footsteps) of service work by Paulist Center community members by next January. Please pick up a sheet in the racks in the back of the chapel that highlights different ideas, or organize an event that the community can participate in together. Then fill in the form to let us know what service you performed. Journey with us to become a stronger community in Christ!
Pastoral Care Seminar
Michael Bousquet, Harvard Divinity intern at the Paulist Center, is offering a three -class Lenten seminar on the art of pastoral care. Come learn how to engage others (and yourself) pastorally in difficult and stressful times. Meetings are immediately after the Sunday 6pm liturgy on 2/17, 2/24, and 3/2 and will end at 9:30pm. If you would like more information, please contact Michael at: mbousquet@hds.harvard.edu
Tax Letters
If you wish to have a letter from the Center for weekend and appeal contributions you made by check or credit card for 2007, please call the Center and leave a message with your request for Patty Simpson at (617)948-2428 or email her at pattypcc@aol.com. The IRS requires letters for single donations of $250 or more (i.e. several smaller donations totalling $250 do not require letters), and the letter is for your records only - it is not submitted to the IRS with your tax returns. Anyone who made a donation of stock will automatically receive a letter by Feb. 1.We sincerely thank all who gave to the Center in any way. Your generosity is essential and appreciated.
Connecting at the Center
In an effort to improve connections and foster inclusion, the Pastoral Council is encouraging folks to wear a name tag during the Community Coffee in the Auditorium after the 10am and Noon mass. Stop at the table in the Auditorium and put on a name tag so we can learn to call each other by name.
Another Parking Option
In addition to the validated parking option at the One Beacon Street Garage, please also be aware that the Boston Common Garage sells books of parking t ickets at a reduced rate. Through the end of February, anyone may buy a book of 20 tickets for $100. The tickets are good for after 4pm on weekdays and all day on weekends (i.e. $5/ticket). As of March 1, the book of 20 tickets will be $110 ($5.50/ticket). Tickets purchased before March 1 will still be honored after March 1. Tickets may only be purchased in person at the office in the Boston Common Garage. The office is open 7am- 7pm on weeknights and 7am -3pm on weekends. Call (617) 954-2098 or email bcg@mccahome.com for more information.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Evensong Retreat & Spirituality Center
offers the following Lenten prayer experiences: Experiencing the Power of Prayer and Spiritual Direction in your Life: Feb 22-24 Sacred Healing: A Lenten Retreat: Mar 6 -9 Contact www.evensong. retreat. com or 508 -432- 0027 for more information.
New Pathways Volunteers Needed!
New Pathways Emergency Shelter is looking for volunteers willing to provide short-termshelter (1-15) days in their homes for teens in crisis. New Pathways serves youth throughout Boston, ages 12-17,who have either run away fromhome or who are homeless. If you are interested in finding outmore about the programand possibly serving as a host home, contactMelissaGlynn- Hyman or SarahHoxie at 617-277-8107.
Senior Tutors and Mentors for BPS Kids
Seeking older adults to serve as tutors and mentors in local elementary and after -school programs with Generations Incorporated . Your experience is valuable - make a difference in a child’s life and yours. All training and materials are provided. Contact PCC member Mary Ondrusek at 617 -778-0554.
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