Saint Katharine Drexel Parish “A Home For All” St Katharine Drexel Parish-Roxbury November 9, 2014 Feast of Dedication of the Lateran Basilica 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 Sr. Mary Christiana Onyewuche JN 2: 13-22 Director of Music “Reverence God by walking in His Presence.” Mr. Meyer Chambers ST. K.D. Website: www.saintkatharinedrexel.org 2 St Katharine Drexel Parish-Roxbury November 9, 2014 Feast of Dedication of the Lateran Basilica MIDWEEK REFRESHER READ: John 2: 13-22 (Twitter@Pontifex) Pope Francis’ Tweet REFLECT: At the time of his conversion the Emperor Constantine gave to the Bishop of Rome the Lateran Basilica, a meeting hall on the Coelian Hill in Rome. Legend has it that on November 9, 324, this basilica was dedicated to the Most Holy Savior. The baptistery of the basilica was dedicated to St. John the Baptist, and in the middle ages the entire basilica was rededicated in his honor. This basilica remains to this day the cathedral church of Rome and thus a monument of great importance to the Western Church. Like all feasts of dedication, this is a feast of the Lord and thus displaces the Sunday celebration in ordinary time. God has always sought to dwell among his people. No building made by human hands can really contain him. There were sanctuaries made by human hands, those first sanctuaries where the stammering faith of the patriarchs discovered with dread that God was there; that tent of meeting which fluttered in the desert wind when Moses conversed there with God face to face; and finally the temple of Jerusalem which fixed the presence of the Lord Sabaoth among his people. Very soon, however, “A good example brings about so much good, but hypocrisy brings about much evil.” Pope Francis LECTORS Sunday 8am: Felix Okonkwo 11/09 10am: Patricia Smith 1pm: Chi-Chi Nwaford Lorraine Valentine Sunday 8am: Njida Mbuyi 11/16 10am: Moy Calder-Arneaud 1pm: Dominic Anidi Joe-Ann Fergus Stacie Holmes Ralph ilona Mohana Bailey Sr. Christiana O despite their attachment to Jerusalem, the prophets were struggling to liberate the chosen people from a false sense of security. They had come to believe that the presence of God was guaranteed by a stone building. It is rather in the hearts of a faithful people that God wants to dwell. By faithfully frequenting the temple, Jesus shows himself to be the worthy successor of those who love the Lord and seek his presence. His teaching about the "Father's house" prepares for a new order where the ancient cultic sanctuaries give way to his own person. With the death of Jesus, the veil of the sanctuary is torn. The true sanctuary is now the Body of Christ the community of believers. The churches made by human hands will now be at the service of this community. EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS Sunday 8am: 11/09 10am: 1pm: Marion Peters Jacquie Townes Sr. Christiana O. Sunday 8am: 11/09 10am: 1pm: Marion Peters Agnes Tshitenge Sr. Christiana O. Francis Ibili Larry Anderson Maurice Tshitenge Tina Kamal Robert Gittens Moy Arneaud Tima Kamalu PRAY: People need to believe in a good future, a resurrection to eternal life. In your prayer, pray especially for those who are near death. ACT: Pay a visit to a church to be quiet and to pray. Scripture for the week of November 9th 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 SUN Ez 47:1-2, 8-9, 12/1 Cor 3:9c-11, 16-17/Jn 2:13-22 Mon Ti 1:1-9/Lk 17:1-6 Tue Ti 2:1-8, 11-14/Lk 17:7-10 Wed Ti 3:1-7/Lk 17:11-19 Thu Phlm 7-20/Lk 17:20-25 Fri 2 Jn 4-9/Lk 17:26-37 Sat 3 Jn 5-8/Lk 18:1-8 SUN Prv 31:10-13, 19-20, 30-31/1 Thes 5:1-6/Mt 25:14-30 or 25:14-15, 19-21 EVERY THURSDAY 7PM-8PM PARISH CENTER, RUGGLES ST. NOVEMBER 13TH (Home Study this week) SIRACH 5: 1-8 MATERIAL SECURITY AND SPIRITUAL SUICIDE! 3 St Katharine Drexel Parish-Roxbury November 9, 2014 Feast of Dedication of the Lateran Basilica ANNOUNCEMENTS ASSOCIATES OF THE SISTERS OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT (ASBS) MONTHLY MEETING Date: Time: Place: 10AM MASS Thursday, November 13th 6PM-8PM St. K.D. Parish Center Interested and possible Catholics are always welcome! In thanksgiving to God for His many blessings for Myrtle and Family. Requested by Mrytle Barrie Jemmott COMMISSIONING OF MINISTERS 1PM MASS Thanking God for His faithfulness, for all favors received and for special intentions. Requested by: Anonymous Date: Time: Sunday, November 16th 8AM and 10AM Mass Thanking God for His goodness and mercies upon him. Requested by: Ralph Ilona BISHOP HEALY AWARD DINNER HONORING MS. LORRAINE “MA” SMITH Date: Time: Place: PRAYERS FOR THE SICK Friday, November 21st 6:30PM Lombardo’s, Randolph Marilyn Hicks, Ebere Ihionu Sr. Joanne McGovern, Andrea Middleton Mary Ramos, Herb Stephens Norman Tyler, Fr. Walter Waldron, Mavis Walker ST. KATHARINE DREXEL PARISH SENIOR CITIZEN CYBER CAFÉ PROGRAM TIMOTHY SMITH FOUNDATION FALL 2014 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. Also, children from 5yrs can also register for the prayer session of the Catechism Class. Class time also immediately after Mass. Date: Place: Fridays Time: 10am-Noon Computer Room, 2nd Floor, 175 Ruggles St. Dates: 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. 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. OCTOBER 26TH FOR CHILDREN IN THE 8AM & 10AM COMMUNITIES 8am: $702; 10am: $1,226; 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. Thank you for your generosity! 4 St Katharine Drexel Parish-Roxbury November 9, 2014 Feast of Dedication of the Lateran Basilica 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 _________________________________________________ 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 5 St Katharine Drexel Parish-Roxbury November 9, 2014 Feast of Dedication of the Lateran Basilica Congratulations to our own Meyer J. Chambers, recipient of the 45th GBOS Image Awards for Best Choir Director of the Year! November 2, 2014 has been declared by the City of Boston as, Meyer J. Chambers Day! In addition, the Archdiocese of Boston Black Catholic Choir received Boston’s Best Inspirational Choir! _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ HEALING MASS THANK YOU Thanks so very much for ALL the parishioners who helped to make the Healing Mass so successful! Set-up, food serving, clean-up and transportation went beautifully. Lloyd deserves special recognition, as does Fr. Osterman and Meyer Chambers! Gratefully, Sr. Christine and the Healing Mass Committee. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 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. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 6 St Katharine Drexel Parish-Roxbury November 9, 2014 7 Feast of Dedication of the Lateran Basilica St Katharine Drexel Parish-Roxbury November 9, 2014 8 Feast of Dedication of the Lateran Basilica
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