Saint Katharine Drexel Parish
“A Home For All”
St Katharine Drexel Parish-Roxbury
November 2, 2014
FEAST OF ALL SOULS
Mass Times:
8:00 am & 10:00 am
1:00 pm (Nigerian Commnity)
5:00pm (September(September-May) (Ruggles Street)
Daily Mass (Mon - Sat): 9:00 am
Saint Katharine Drexel
(Ruggles Street )
Parish
Rosary: 12:30 pm
517 Blue Hill Avenue
Dorchester, MA 0212102121-0208
Parish Office: 175 Ruggles Street
St. Katharine Drexel Parish
Roxbury, MA 02120
is a Black Catholic Community
of believers,
Telephone: 617 445 8915
celebrating and rejoicing
Fax: 617 445 1652
in the love of GOD
Administrator:
Reverend Gerald Osterman
617617-389389-5660
E-mail [email protected]
Parochial Vicars:
Reverend Jude Thaddeus Osunkwo
Reverend Donatus Ezenneka
Parish Secretary:
Sr. Mary Christiana Onyewuche
Pastoral Associate
Sr. Christine Smith
JN 6: 37-40
Sr. Mary Christiana Onyewuche
“He called us to imitate Him and walk with Him
in close intimacy all our life. May He make
each of us, without exception, faithful until
death.”
Director of Music
Mr. Meyer Chambers
ST. K.D.
Website: www.saintkatharinedrexel.org
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MIDWEEK REFRESHER
READ: Matthew 23: 1-12
(Twitter@Pontifex)
Pope Francis’ Tweet
In the fifth century B.C., the prophet
Malavhi took to task the priests of his day who, breaking faith with the law of God, caused the fall of their
people. Jesus, too puts his disciples on guard
against the scribes and Pharisees. Forceful in telling
others what to do, these teachers do none of it themselves. In their eagerness to be revered, they seek to
dominate rather than to serve. They demand to be
called "master" and to be treated with deference., Jesus' disciples must avoid such divisive behavior. Have they not all only one Master, the Christ, and
one Father, God? Are they not all sisters and brothers, radically equal? No one is to seek to dominate
the others. Everyone must be at the service of
all. Those in the community who exercise authority
have a particular responsibility to lead by serving.
One could write a whole book on vanity in the
Church. The demand for honorific titles, and preferential treatment has not be dispelled, despite Jesus'
clear message. This gospel, however, goes beyond
questions of vanity. As children of the same Father
and disciples of the one Lord, none of us should consider ourselves superior. l All of us must give way
before the one Lord, none of us should consider ourselves superior. All of us must give way before the
One. Even today, elitism remains a perpetual danger. Paul understood this human weakness. In his
letter to the Thessalonians, he gives his own selfless
service as the example for leadership in the Church.
REFLECT:
“May we help people to discover the joy of the
Christian message: a message of love and mercy.”
Pope Francis
LECTORS
Sunday 8am: Joe-Ann Fergus
11/02
10am: Aja Credle
1pm: Stephanie Nwaford
Sunday 8am: Felix Okonkwo
11/09
10am: Patricia Smith
1pm: Chi-Chi Nwaford
Robert Gittens
Bob Credle
Chibueze Nwaford
Lorraine Valentine
Mohana Bailey
Sr. Christiana O
EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS
Sunday 8am:
11/02 10am:
1pm:
Marion Peters
Pat Smith
Sr. Christiana O.
Francis Ibili
Sunday 8am:
11/09 10am:
1pm:
Marion Peters
Jacquie Townes
Sr. Christiana O.
Felix Okonkwo
Sr. Christine Smith
Chinwe K Okoye
PRAY: Saying one thing and living another is hypocrisy. Pray that you may not live behind a mask.
Larry Anderson
ACT: If you "talk the talk", "walk the walk". Look at
yourself in the mirror and say: "If God forgives me, I
forgive me." Then live what you believe, at least for
today.
Maurice Tshitenge
Tina Kamalu
Scripture for the week of November 2nd
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SUN Wis 3:1-9/Rom 5:5-11 or Rom 6:3-9/Jn 6:3740
Mon Phil 2:1-4/Lk 14:12-14
Tue Phil 2:5-11/Lk 14:15-24
Wed Phil 2:12-18/Lk 14:25-33
Thu Phil 3:3-8a/Lk 15:1-10
Fri Phil 3:17-4:1/Lk 16:1-8
Sat Phil 4:10-19/Lk 16:9-15
SUN Ez 47:1-2, 8-9, 12/1 Cor 3:9c-11, 16-17/Jn
2:13-22
EVERY THURSDAY 7PM-8PM
PARISH CENTER, RUGGLES ST.
NOVEMBER 6TH
GENESIS 15: 1-12; 17-18
CREATION VS. REVELATION!
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
CATACHISM FOR CHILDREN IN THE
NIGERIAN COMMUNITY
Clases take place immediately after the Holy Mass
for those preparing for First Penance and First Holy
Communion. Registration forms are also available
for new Catechumens.
10AM MASS
Memorial Mass for Erik Durst on the First Anniversary
of his death.
Requested by his mother, Joyce Durst
1PM MASS
Also, children from 5yrs can also register for the
prayer session of the Catechism Class. Class time
also immediately after Mass.
Praying for the repose of the soul of Akunne Vincent
Onochie. May his gentle soul rest in peace.
Requested by: The Family of Akunne Vincent Onochie
For registration, please call Christiana Onyewuche
EHJ at the Parish Office (617-445-8915) or her cell at
(617-767-9097) or Mrs. Lillian Ugocha.
Praying for Mrs. Chinwe Kate Okoye & Mrs. Uche
Uchendu’s guidance, protection and a successful tenor
of offices.
Requested by: Mama Theresa Areh, Mama Beatrice
Chikeluba, Mama Patricia Adione & Mama Caroline Ude
FOR CHILDREN IN THE 8AM & 10AM COMMUNITIES
Please fill out the form available at the back of the
Church and give it to Fr. Jerry or put it in the Offertory basket.
Praying for thanksgiving for God’s blessings and protection.
Requested by: Ita Madu and Family
Praying for the happy repose of the soul of Elder Emmanuel Azuaro (Chydex’s Father) and praying for her
safe journey to and from Nigeria.
Requested by:
The Family of Chief/Sir & Lady Lolo Victor Udoji
NOW ENROLLING!!
SR. MARY HART AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM
Place: 175 Ruggles Street, Roxbury 02120
www.saintkatharinedrexel.org/afterschool
Email: [email protected]
Contact: Juliette Toulon 857-236-4379
Julie McGovern 978-376-3715
Praying for the repose of the soul of her husband,
Godwin Agbasi Edoka Chukwuka. May his gentle soul
rest in peace.
Thanking God for blessings and favors upon her and
her family.
Requested by: Gloria Iheuwa
ST. KATHARINE DREXEL PARISH
SENIOR CITIZEN CYBER CAFÉ PROGRAM
TIMOTHY SMITH FOUNDATION FALL 2014
Thanking God for His faithfulness, for all favors received and for special intentions.
Requested by: Anonymous
Thanking God for His goodness and mercies upon him.
Requested by: Ralph Ilona
Date:
Place:
Fridays
Time: 10am-Noon
Computer Room, 2nd Floor, 175 Ruggles St.
Dates:
November 7 (Technical help for Seniors)
November 14
December 5
Instructors are Sister Karen Hokanson, SND, Ed.D. and students from Emmanuel College. Lessons are one-to-one tutoring and include assistance with the Internet, Email, and
Microsoft Office.
PRAYERS FOR THE SICK
Marilyn Hicks, Ebere Ihionu
Sr. Joanne McGovern, Andrea Middleton
Mary Ramos, Herb Stephens
Norman Tyler, Fr. Walter Waldron,
Mavis Walker
OCTOBER 19TH
8am: $674; 10am: $478; 1pm: $1,907
World Missions: $505
Thank you for your generosity!
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Nigerian Community
www.nigeriancatholicboston.org
Chaplain:
Rev. Jude Osunkwo
Pastoral Associate:
Sr. Christiana Onyewuche, EHJ
Beginning at 7 p.m. every Friday,
St. Katharine Drexel Parish
is pleased to make the
Blessed Sacrament available
for Adoration for one hour
before Holy Mass.
Vice Chairperson:
Mr. Peter M. Uzoma
Secretary:
Mr. Felix Okwesa
Public Relations:
Mr. Ike Oguadimma
Coordinator of Altar Servers;
Mr. Edward Ngobidi
Director of Music:
Mr. Emeka M. Ihionu
REMEMBER THE 2014 CATHOLIC APPEAL
Sir Willy Okwerekwu
President
Through your support of the Catholic Appeal, our parish
community follows Pope Francis’ encouragement “to go
forward in hope” as we support the ministries that bring
to life the Gospel message across the Archdiocese of
Boston (and as we benefit ourselves!).
Nigerian Catholic:
Men's Organization:
Nigerian Catholic
Women's Organization:
Mrs. Uche Uchendu
President
Please consider a pledge of whatever amount. Pledge
forms are available in the pews and at the back of the
Church.
Nigerian Catholic
Youth Organization:
Miss Violet Udochi Mbawuike
President
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Thanks to all who have made a pledge or a donation!!
PRAYER FOR NIGERIA
All powerful and merciful Father, You are the God of
Justice, Love and Peace. You rule over all the nations
of the earth. Power and might are in Your hands and
no one can withstand You. We present our country,
Nigeria, before You. We praise and thank You for You
are the source of all we have and are. We are sorry
for all the sins we have committed and for good
deeds we have failed to do. In Your loving
forgiveness keep us safe from the punishment we
deserve. Lord, we are weighed down not only by
uncertainties, but also by moral, economic and
political problems. Listen to the cries of Your people
who confidently turn to You.
God of infinite
goodness, our strength in adversity, health in
weakness, our comfort in sorrow, be merciful to us
your people. Spare this nation, Nigeria, from chaos,
anarchy and doom. Bless us with Your kingdom of
justice, love and peace. We ask this through Jesus
Christ our Lord. Amen.
REMEMBER OUR FOOD BARREL
IN THE CHURCH VESIBULE
Try to drop something in once a month.
It will be well used.
PLEASE: NOTHING OUTDATED
Thank You!
THE RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS
(RCIA)
The RCIA program is open to all who are interested
in learning more about the Catholic faith. At this
time, we are beginning a group of participants preparing for the Sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist
and Confirmation. The Archdiocese of Boston will
be scheduling Adult Confirmation for this year. Now
may be the time for you, a friend or family member
to complete the Sacraments of Initiation.
OFFICE HOURS AT THE PARISH CENTER
(175 RUGGLES STREET)
TUESDAY: 10AM-2PM
THURSDAY: 10AM-2PM
FRIDAY: 9:30AM-12PM
Please contact Sr. Christine Smith at 617-442-0980
or see Sister or our Pastor before or after Sunday
Mass.
ALL OTHER TIMES, CALL IMMACULATE CONCEPTION
PARISH, EVERETT
FR. JERRY AT 617-389-5660
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ST. KATHARINE DREXEL SENIOR CLUB MEETING
Date:
Friday, November 7th
Time:
10AM-12Noon
Place:
St. K.D. Parish Center
Second Floor, Computer Room
Guest Speaker will be: Karen Burns White, Dana-Farber/Harvard Cancer Center
Subject: “You’ve got the Power: Screening and Early Detection Can Make a Difference.”
Plan to join us for valuable information, fellowship and refreshments!
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A CONVERSATION WITH DR. ALVEDA KING
(Niece of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.)
Date:
Saturday, November 8th
Time:
1PM
Place:
St. Patrick Church
400 Dudley Street, Roxbury
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BISHOP HEALY AWARD DINNER
HONORING MS. LORRAINE “MA” SMITH
Date:
Friday, November 21st
Time:
6:30PM
Place: Lombardo’s, Randolph
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PRAYER FOR PEACE AND JUSTICE
Dear Lord, we are happy for life here on earth! Heavenly Father, we are deeply concerned about peace in the
world, especially in our communities. We know that true peace is not merely the absence of tension, it is
the presence of justice. We ask for the power of the Holy Spirit to descend upon our communities to eradicate the injustices. We know that injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere and that what affects
one directly affects all indirectly. Send down your rain so the children will be refreshingly bathed. Send
your sunshine so they may bask in the rays. Spread your rainbow so the children will be delighted of its beauty. Let them drink of lemonade from the lemons of life. Our faith is strong in you Dear Lord. We thank you for
the power of the Holy Spirit who you gave us as our Advocate. May you inspire us in our mission as St.
Katharine Drexel Social Justice Committee to bring about the peace and love of Jesus Christ that will truly be
an example of Social Justice both locally and globally. It is well with our soul that you will hear our prayer. We
ask this through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
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DOMINICA NATIONAL ANTHEM (ISLE OF BEAUTY)
Isle of beauty Isle of splendor Isle to all so sweet and fair
All must surely gaze in wonder at thy gifts so rich and rare
Rivers, valleys, hills and mountains: All these gifts we do extol
Healthy land, so like all fountains, giving cheer that warms the soul.
Dominica, God hath blest Thee with a clime benign and bright.
Pastures green and flow’rs of beauty filling all with pure delight,
And a people strong and healthy, full of Godly reverent fear.
May we ever seek to praise Thee, for these gifts so rich and rare.
Come ye forward, sons and daughters of this gem beyond compare
Strive for honor, sons and daughters do the right, be firm and fair,
Toil with hearts and hands and hands and voices we must prosper! Sound the call.
In which ev’ry one rejoices “All for each and each for All.”
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MANY THANKS TO ALL!
Many thanks for your words of support and encouragement for your priests here at St. Katharine Drexel as found in last
week’s Pilot, celebrating PRIESTHOOD SUNDAY! Our prayers are with all of you as well!
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