February is the month of the Holy Family and of the Holy Face of Jesus
February is the month of the Holy Family and of the Holy Face of Jesus
MASS SCHEDULE
Saturday, February 29
Latin Low Mass: 9:00 AM
English Vigil Mass: 4:00 PM
English Vigil Mass: 4:00 PM
Saturday after Ash
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Updated 02/23/2020
Updated 02/23/2020
LENTEN CONFESSION TIMES
SUNDAY: Before & After 10:30 AM MASS
MONDAY: Before & After 12:30 PM MASS
WEDNESDAY: Before & After 12:30 PM MASS
and from 6:30-8:00 PM (beginning March 4th)
THURSDAY: Before & After 5:30 PM MASS
FRIDAY: Before & After 12:30 PM MASS
SATURDAY: 8:30-9:00 AM ‐ 3:30-4:00 PM
MASS SCHEDULE (continued)
MONDAY: Before & After 12:30 PM MASS
WEDNESDAY: Before & After 12:30 PM MASS
and from 6:30-8:00 PM (beginning March 4th)
THURSDAY: Before & After 5:30 PM MASS
FRIDAY: Before & After 12:30 PM MASS
SATURDAY: 8:30-9:00 AM ‐ 3:30-4:00 PM
MASS SCHEDULE (continued)
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Updated 02/22/2020
Updated 02/22/2020
Our High Altar during Lent last year (2019) (photo by Rod Phillips).
THE EPIPHANY PROCLAMATION FOR 2020 IN THE YEAR OF GRACE
(The Announcement of Easter and the Moveable Feasts:)
Know, dear brethren, that as we have rejoiced at the Nativity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, so by leave of God's mercy we announce to you also the joy of His Resurrection who is our Savior:
The Sunday of Septuagesima is the 9th Day of February.
On the 26th Day of February will fall Ash Wednesday, and the beginning of the Fast of the most sacred Lenten Season.
On the 12th Day of April you will celebrate with joy Easter Day, the Paschal Feast of Our Lord Jesus Christ.
On the 21st Day of May will be the Ascension of Our Lord Jesus Christ.
On the 31st day of May, the Feast of Pentecost.
On the 11th Day of June, the Feast of Corpus Christi.
On the 29th Day of November, the First Sunday of the Advent of Our Lord Jesus Christ, to whom is honor and glory forever and ever. Amen.
Brethren: If I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, and have not charity, I am become as sounding brass or a tinkling cymbal. And if I should have prophecy, and should know all mysteries, and all knowledge; and I should have all faith so that I could remove mountains, and have not charity, I am nothing. And if I should distribute all my goods to feed the poor, and if I should deliver my body to be burned and have not charity, it profiteth me nothing. Charity is patient, is kind; Charity envieth not, dealeth not perversely, is not puffed up, is not ambitious, seeketh not her own, is not provoked to anger, thinketh no evil, rejoiceth not in iniquity, but rejoiceth with the truth; beareth all things, believeth all things, hopeth all things, endureth all things. Charity never falleth away; whether prophecies shall be made void, or tongues shall cease, or knowledge shall be destroyed. For we know in part, and we prophesy in part. But when that which is perfect is come, that which is in part shall be done away. When I was a child, I spoke as a child, I understood as a child, I thought as a child. But when I became a man, I put away the things of a child. We see now through a glass in a dark manner; but then face to face. Now I know in part; but then I shall know even as I am known. And now there remain faith, hope and charity, these three; but the greatest of these is charity.
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SAINTLY REFLECTIONS ON PRAYER |
"Prayer is an all-efficient panoply,
a treasure undimished, a mine which is
never exhausted, a sky unobscured by
clouds, a heaven unruffled by the storm.
It is the root, the foundation, the
mother of a thousand blessings."
Saint John Chrysostom (349-407)
"Because we are human, we are not strong.
Because we are not strong, we pray."
Saint Augustine of Hippo (354-430)
Fr. Desiré Salako has had to travel to Niger because one of his missionary priests has been kidnapped. He asked for the support of our prayers. The New York Times reports that the priest's name is PIERLUIGI MACALLI, S.M.A. It is believed that the kidnappers have taken him out of Niger to Burkino Faso.
Welcome
Welcome to our Parish,
a canonically open parish of the Archdiocese
of Boston. Both the ordinary form of the
Roman Rite (1970 Missal) and the extraordinary
form (1962 Missal) are celebrated here
with the blessing of His Eminence Sean
Cardinal O'Malley, Archbishop of Boston.
We are always glad to welcome Sunday
visitors to our beautiful, historic church.
We invite you to register with us.
Fr. Charles J. Higgins
Pastor
Pastor
"I am the Immaculate Conception"
"Je suis l'Immaculée conception"
Our Lady to Saint Bernadette Soubirous
"Je suis l'Immaculée conception"
Our Lady to Saint Bernadette Soubirous
Catechesis
THE CREDO OF THE PEOPLE OF GOD OF POPE ST. PAUL VI
(The SOLEMN PROFESSION OF FAITH - 27 thru 30)
Pastor's Note
LENTEN RENEWAL
Today is “Shrove Sunday”, the Sunday before Ash Wednesday. In the sequence of the Lourdes Apparitions this day is of special significance. It was on “Shrove Sunday”, February 14th, 1858, that Bernadette received her Second Apparition at the Grotto.
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Scripture Study
COLLECTS OF THE ROMAN MISSAL - SEVENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
(Missale Romanum 1970)
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The Miracle of Lourdes
Beginning on February 11th, 1858, the Blessed Virgin Mary appeared to Bernadette Soubirous in the grotto of a large rock outside the town of Lourdes, France. All in all there were 18 distinct apparitions, the last one occurring on July 16th of that same year.
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"O GOD, Protector and Lover of the Humble, who hast bestowed upon Thy handmaid
Marie Bernarde the favor of beholding the Immaculate Virgin Mary, and of conversing
with her; grant, we beseech Thee, that walking through the simple paths of faith,
we may in the end behold Thee in Heaven." |
Parish Mission Statement
"What then is a parish? It is the smallest section of the one universal flock which has been entrusted to Peter by the Lord. Under the authority of a responsible priest who has received the care of souls from his bishop, the parish is, within the Church of Jesus Christ, the first community of Christian life; it is a community cut to human dimensions, in which the shepherd can know his flock and the flock can know their shepherd. At the heart of this area, we find the parish church with its bell-tower, its baptistery, its confessional, its altar and tabernacle, a symbol of unity and the centre of community life." - Blessed Pope Paul VI, reigned 1964-1978
In its present form the Rosary was revealed by St. Dominic, the founder of the Order of Friars Preachers, in order to stem the flood of the Albigensian heresy, then spreading far and wide throughout Europe. He propagated this form of prayer in obedience to a revelation received from the Blessed Virgin, to whom he had recourse for this purpose, about the year 1206, and to him was due the spread of a devotion, which for many centuries has produced the most marvelous results in the Christian world. The decisive defeat of the Turks at the famous battle of Lepanto (A.D. 1571) and at Belgrade (A.D. 1716) gave occasion both to the institution of this Feast and to its extension to the Universal Church.
Commentary by Fr. Sylvester Juergens S.M. (1894-1969)
Commentary by Fr. Sylvester Juergens S.M. (1894-1969)
External Solemnity of the Apparition of Mary Immaculate at Lourdes
Sunday, February 9, 2020
Sunday, February 9, 2020
First Saturday
Saturday, February 1, 2020
Saturday, February 1, 2020
The Christ Candle
The Holy Innocents
Saturday, December 28, 2019
The Holy Innocents
Saturday, December 28, 2019
Father Brian Peter O'Hanlon
celebrating with us his first Mass,
Sunday, May 19, 2019
celebrating with us his first Mass,
Sunday, May 19, 2019
Profoundly Happy Mary at her Altar
Low Sunday, April 28, 2019
Low Sunday, April 28, 2019
OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION
"I will put enmities between thee and the woman."
In these words the
Immaculate Conception of the Blessed
Virgin Mary was announced to our
first parents. It was to be the reversal
of the friendship with the serpent
contracted by Eve, when she listened to
his voice and fell under his power. The
second Eve was never to be under the
power of the devil; the enmity between
them was to admit of no possible
exception. This involved the grace of
being conceived immaculate.
ASH WEDNESDAY:
FEBRUARY 26th
Day of Fast and Abstinence
LENTEN REGULATIONSABSTINENCE
PENANCE
FAST
Mary's Immaculate Conception was the
foundation of all her graces. The
absence of any stain or spot of sin
distinguished her from all the rest of
mankind. It distinguished her from the
holiest of the Saints, since they, one and
all, were sinners. Her perfect sinlessness
was the source of all her glory and all
her majesty; it was this which opened
the door to the unlimited graces that
she received from God; it was this that
qualified her for her divine maternity,
and raised her to her throne as Queen
of Heaven.
"O Queen, conceived without
original sin, pray for us, who have
recourse to thee."
Commentary by Fr. Sylvester Juergens, S.M. (1896-1969).
ASH WEDNESDAY:
FEBRUARY 26th
Day of Fast and Abstinence
Mass times
at Mary Immaculate of Lourdes:
7:30 AM - (English)
12:30 PM (Traditional Latin)
5:30 PM - (English)
7:30 PM (Traditional Latin)
at Mary Immaculate of Lourdes:
7:30 AM - (English)
12:30 PM (Traditional Latin)
5:30 PM - (English)
7:30 PM (Traditional Latin)
PENANCE
FAST
- Abstinence from Flesh Meat: obliges beginning on a person's 14th birthday and applies to Ash Wednesday and all Fridays during lent.
- Practice of Pennace: all Catholics should perform some act of penance on the weekdays of Lent (for example, our personal Lenten sacrifices), and Fridays throughout the year (for example, not eating meat on Friday).
- Days of Fast: Ash Wednesday & Good Friday.
On these 2 days of the year all Catholics between the ages of 18-59 are bound to fast according to the guideline of 1 full meal permitted and 2 smaller meals allowed to maintain strength. - Expand abortion access, including late-term abortions, during the nine months of pregnancy for vitually any reason
- Eliminate requirements that late-term abortions be performed in a hospital
- Eliminate the requirement that provide medical care to a child who survives an abortion attempt.
- Eliminate the requirement that a minor under the age of 18 have the consent of a parent, guardian, or the courts.
- Expand state funding for women who cannot afford the procedure.
- Your individual State Senator and Representative via address and zip code link
- Members of the Joint Committee on Judiciary who control the fate of H.3320 and S.1209.
- New Mass Chant Section
- Catechesis Link
January 12, 2019 - New page reference link on our Home page to the Catechesis section
- Catechesis
January 6, 2019 - New Our Catholic Faith section
- Easter Vigil
April 22, 2018 - Added selected Easter Vigil photographs to home page
- Search Feature
February 12, 2018 - Added Google Search Engine to quickly find information throughout the entire site
- Bulletin Audio
January 28, 2018 - Improved (clearer, louder) audio for all Sunday Mass recordings
- Online Giving
January 22, 2018 - ConnectNow new portal for one-time and recurring credit card and eChecks donations
- Divine Mercy Chaplet
July 16, 2017 - Transcript of Sunday, April 23, 2017 3:00 PM Divine Mercy Service, with the complete Divine Mercy Chaplet. Listen and pray with Father!
- Flickr.com Galleries
March 19, 2017 - Direct link to old website's Flickr.com (Yahoo) Photo Gallery
- Mystery of Lourdes
February 16, 2017 - Omnis expertem maculae Mariam - Hymn soundtrack and Latin lyrics
Any person is free to observe the more stringent laws of abstinence, pennace and fast in place
before 1965 for him/herself, provided they understand that they cannot impose the same strictness on others.
PARISH LENTEN MISSION FOR 2020
"THE FIRST FIFTY YEARS OF THE LOURDES PILGRIMAGE"
PHOTO above: the Lourdes spring as it comes out of the Massabielle. This is how pilgrims to the Shrine today can view it.
"THE FIRST FIFTY YEARS OF THE LOURDES PILGRIMAGE"
Please join us for this year's Lenten Parish Mission over six Fridays of Lent beginning on
Friday after Ash, February 28th, from 7:30-8:30 PM. The service consists of the VIA CRUCIS
(Stations of the Cross), followed by a sermon, distribution of Holy Communion outside of Mass,
and concludes with Exposition and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament.
This year's theme is "THE FIRST FIFTY YEARS OF THE LOURDES PILGRIMAGE".
The six Conferences will present various aspects of the coming-to-be of the now world-famous Lourdes Pilgrimage in the decades immediately following France's disastrous defeat in the Franco-Prussian War (1870-1871).
This year's theme is "THE FIRST FIFTY YEARS OF THE LOURDES PILGRIMAGE".
The six Conferences will present various aspects of the coming-to-be of the now world-famous Lourdes Pilgrimage in the decades immediately following France's disastrous defeat in the Franco-Prussian War (1870-1871).
PHOTO above: the Lourdes spring as it comes out of the Massabielle. This is how pilgrims to the Shrine today can view it.
LITTLE OFFICE
OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY
Following upon his summer book study on the Liturgy of the Hours, David Allen, our Lay Pastoral Associate, will be leading the communal recitation and singing of Vespers from the "Little Office of the Blessed Virgin Mary" in its traditional form.
Vespers will be held regularly on Thursday evenings at 5:10 P.M., prior to the 5:30 P.M. Latin Mass, beginning on Thursday, July 25, 2019.
The parish will provide copies of the office books to be used by those who wish to participate.
OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY
Following upon his summer book study on the Liturgy of the Hours, David Allen, our Lay Pastoral Associate, will be leading the communal recitation and singing of Vespers from the "Little Office of the Blessed Virgin Mary" in its traditional form.
Vespers will be held regularly on Thursday evenings at 5:10 P.M., prior to the 5:30 P.M. Latin Mass, beginning on Thursday, July 25, 2019.
The parish will provide copies of the office books to be used by those who wish to participate.
PARISH NEWS & EVENTS
for
CALENDAR YEAR 2019-2020
CHRIST IN HIS MYSTERIES
David Allen, our Lay Pastoral Associate, will be leading a year-long book study on Blessed Columba Marmion’s classic liturgical catechesis on the life of Our Lord entitled Christ in His Mysteries. The class will be held on Sundays after the 10:30 A.M. Latin Mass on a trimester basis during 2019- 2020.
The first trimester will meet for nine Sundays, beginning on Michaelmas. The dates are September 29th–November 24th.
The second trimester will meet for five Sundays, beginning on Septuagesima Sunday. The dates are February 9th—March 8th
The third trimester will meet for five Sundays, beginning on Divine Mercy Sunday. The dates are April 19th-May 17th.
The classes will be held in the dining room of the rectory, next to the church. Please enter the rectory through the front door. Refreshments will be provided.
Suggested donation for the book is $25.00, and copies will be available in the front office of the rectory.
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Classes meet in the Lower Church Hall.
Grades K-Pre-Confirmation: 8:30 - 10 AM; includes Sunday Mass.
New students are always welcome
Jean Johnson, Director
Patti Strom, Latin Mass Children's Cathechism
WEEKLY THURSDAY A.M. BIBLE STUDY
Led by David Allen, Thursday mornings at 8:20 AM (after the 7:30 AM Parish Mass.) Lower Rectory Conference Room.
This is an open group and all are invited to attend at any time.
CURRENT STUDY: SUNDAY READINGS FOR “YEAR A” IN THE 3-YEAR LECTIONARY CYCLE
Say NO to Expanded Abortion Access
Thank you to everyone who has already contacted State Senators and Representatives expressing opposition to the
proposed laws that would dramatically expand abortion rights in Massachusetts. Now, as the state legislature enters
its final six months of the session, it is time to speak out again.
The Facts
The two bills are under consideration (H. 3320 and S. 1209) would:
To be clear - these bills would significantly change Massachusetts law. This is not about Rode v. Wade.
The two bills are under consideration (H. 3320 and S. 1209) would:
How can you help?
Contact your legislators, let them know you are a Massachusetts voter, and say NO on Abortion Expansion! Log on to macatholic.org and follow the links to find contact information for:
For individuals without internet access, please call the Massachusetts Catholic Conference at 617-746-5630 for legislative contact information.
Contact your legislators, let them know you are a Massachusetts voter, and say NO on Abortion Expansion! Log on to macatholic.org and follow the links to find contact information for:
For individuals without internet access, please call the Massachusetts Catholic Conference at 617-746-5630 for legislative contact information.
"We, the Roman Catholic Bishops of the four Dioceses of Massachuetts, call on our elected officials to carefully
consider the consequences that these bills would bring to the lives of infants, parents, families and the citizens
of the Commonwealth. We urge all people of good will, regardless of what faith they practice, to vigorously oppose
these extreme measures." 1
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Statement of His Eminence Seán P. O'Malley, OFM, Cap. Archbishop of
Boston; Most Reverend Robert J. McManus, Bishop of Worcester; Most Reverend Mitchell T. Rozanski, Bishop of Springfield;
Most Reverend Edgar M. da Cunha, SDV, Bishop of Fall River.
“GRATITUDE IS THE THING THAT BRINGS US THE MOST GRACE...I HAVE LEARNT THIS FROM EXPERIENCE; TRY IT AND YOU WILL SEE. I AM CONTENT WITH WHATEVER GOD GIVES ME, AND I SHOW HIM THIS IN A THOUSAND LITTLE WAYS.”
Saint Therese of Lisieux (+1897)
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