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Celebrating Mass under COVID-19 Phase 1
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Our parish needs help
Our Parish Is In Need…
Do you have an extra 30 minutes to 1 hour per week to
offer your time and talents? If so, your help is needed to
lighten the load for those who have been cleaning and
disinfecting the church in order to hold weekly Masses
since its re-opening.
“Two are better than one because they have good reward
for their toil. For if they fall, one will lift up the other”
(Ecclesiastes 4:9-10)
For this reason, Our Lord says:
“Where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I
in the midst of them” (Matthew 18:20) -
PARENT MEETING - 10/28 6:30pm
St. Theresa's Religious Education program is holding a parent meeting this Wednesday, October 28th at 6:30pm in the church.
As stated in the letter sent home, this meeting is to inform you on what our program will look like this year and how we intend to adhere to the State and Diocese requirements due to COVID. Fr. Thien and I hope to see you there. If you are unable to attend but intend to register your child(dren) for our program this year, please let us know by Wednesday of this week, either through email or phone.
We have been busy restructuring the classrooms, and want to be ready to accept all our returning students in these spaces.
Thank you,
Toni Harvey
Religious Education Coordinator -
Announcements
2020-2021 Letters, Registration Forms & Calenders have gone out to Religious Eduction Students and their Famililies
For more info or to download forms click here: https://sttheresablackstone.org/download-registration-form
NEW FULL COLOR BULLETIN COMING SOON
We have contracted with a new bulletin publishing company,
starting our first weekend in September.
Our new bulletin company is John Patrick Publishing.The bulletin will continue to be a tri-fold format, but with a new look and in color!
John Patrick Publishing is currently reaching out to our local business establishments to run adds on the back of our bulletin. If you know of an establishment that would be interested in supporting our parish, they may contact Jim Bochiechio at 781-389-2198.
Not just for businesses... you may want to consider running an add with an “in memory of” message to honor a deceased loved one (1-year commitment)
Wishing you good thoughts and many blessings along the way!
St. Theresa’s Parish Office
St. Theresa's Parish Re-Opening Update as of May 21, 2020
As many of you may already know, on Monday of this week Governor Baker announced the 1st phase of the emergence from restrictions he imposed to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. As part of phase 1, the Governor has allowed for churches to resume, but with restrictions.
Once the State announced it's restrictions, Bishop McManus, in a decree lifted his suspension of public celebrations of the Sacred Liturgy, but with imposed liturgical adaptations be implemented throughout the Diocese. He has directed all Priests "to carefully observe the restrictions which continue to be imposed by government authorities in the interest of public health".
The Bishop made it quite clear that a parish cannot hold public celebrations of the Mass and sacraments if they cannot comply with the safety standards issued by the Office for Divine Worship.
To comply with both the Bishop's decree on safety and the State's social restrictions, we are using this week to put into place all safety standards and precautions necessary in order to begin celebrating Mass again. Our goal is to reopen the Church and hold our first public Mass on Saturday, May 30th at 4:00pm. We will continue to update you, our parishioner via Facebook, our Website, announcements posted at the entrance of the church, and other methods of communication.
Thank you for your patience and prayers!
Bishop McManus has announced the appointment of Father Thien X. Nguyen as pastor of St. Theresa Parish effective immediately!
As of Feb. 21st 2020, Fr. Thien transitioned from our administrator to “Pastor” of St. Theresa’s. This coming July 1st will mark Fr. Thien’s 6th year here, having initially been assigned as associate pastor on July 1, 2014. He was then assigned as administrator on July 1, 2015. Fr. Thien was ordained a priest on June 2, 2001 by Bishop Reilly in St. Paul Cathedral.
Gracious and Loving God, we Thank You for the gift of our parish priest, Fr. Thien. Through him, we experience your presence in the sacraments. Grant him wisdom, understanding, and strength to continue to follow in the footsteps of Jesus. Allow him to experience joy in his ministry, and be instruments of your divine grace. Amen.
3-Night Lenten Mission
Monday, March 30th thru Wednesday, April 1st @ 6:30pm
Celebrant Fr Robert Lacombe
This Event is Free of ChargeThe Greatest Sermon Ever Preached
– A Reflection on the Seven Last Words of Jesus on the Cross
Monday, March 30th
“Father, forgive them, they know not what they do – Luke 23:34
“Today you will be with me in Paradise – Luke 23:43
“My God, my God, why have you forsaken me” – Matthew 27:46
Tuesday, March 31st
“I Thirst” – John 19:28
“Father, into your hands I commend my spirit” – Luke 23:46
“It is finished” – John 19:30
Wednesday, April 1st
“Woman, behold your son. Behold your mother” – John 19:26
“A reflection on Mary, Sorrowful Mother of the Church”
Opportunities to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation will be available at each night’s Mission
*Monday & Tuesday: coffee and light refreshments will be available in the Fr. Lamothe Center
*Wednesday: at the conclusion of our 3-night Mission, join us for our Lenten Soup Night
*includes assorted Soups, Bread, and light Desserts in the Fr. Lamothe Center
Parish Picnic Photos are Live! [Click Here]
2017-2018 Religious Education Forms
2017-2018 registrations are now available. You can down load a registration form from our website or pick one up at the entrances of the church. Completed forms with payment can be dropped off in either the collection baskets during Mass, the religious education office or parish office.
Confirmation Students Encounter the Homeless
April 29, 2017 - Our Confirmation students, their sponsors, parents and parish volunteers encountering our brothers and sisters in need on the streets of Providence. From decorating bags to preparing and bagging over 350 meals, our young stundents become disciples on their final project as students. Thank you Brother George L Ortiz Jr., and The Elisha Project for guiding us along the way, making it so much fun and teaching us what Grace is. God bless and see you soon!
Congratulations to Mackenzie Wahl,
Erin Bartelloni and Allyson DezielMarch 2017 - Congratulations to Mackenzie Wahl, Erin Bartelloni and Allyson Deziel for participating in the Partners in Charity Worcester Diocese Art Contest. Their art was recognized by Bishop McManus and Allyson's piece will be displayed in the Fr. Lamothe Center. We are so proud of your achievement and for sharing your God-Given gift with us.
POSTPONED/Social Committee Meeting Tues, MAR 21 @7pm
Due to the impending snow storm the Social Committee Meeting has been rescheduled to March 21 at 7PM. Thank you!
CANDY COLLECTION/Sat, MAR 18th - Sun, MAR 19th
We are collecting candy for the Easter Egg Hunt at both entrances of church. Please help us by bringing candy in March 18th & 19th. No peanut candy please. Thank you!
BAKE SALE/Sat, APR 8th - Sun, APR 9th
The Social Committee is having a Bake Sale after masses on April 8th and 9th. Sign up sheets at the entrance. Contact Sandy for additional details at (508) 928-1179
3-NIGHT LENTEN MISSION/Mon, APR 3rd - APR 5th @6:30pm
Honoring Our Blessed Mother, Mary
DYNAMITE BLAST/Sat, APR 22 @4 PM
Our Annual Beer & Dynamite Blast Fundraiser will take place in the Hall at St. Theresa's Church (both Upstairs & Downstairs).
SOCIAL COMMITTEE MEETING/Tues, Jan 31 @7pm
Held in the Father Lamothe Center. Come join us!
SOCIAL COMMITTEE MEETING/Tues, Jan 10 @7pm
Held in the Father Lamothe Center. Come join us!
Grade 7&8 Serving at Mass/Sun, Jan 29 @10am
Please join in the celebration!
FOOD DRIVE Nov 20-Dec 18
Please send non-perishable & toiletry items with CCD students. Top 2 classrooms will be recognized at the Happy B-Day Jesus Celebration!
SOCIAL COMMITTEE MEETING Dec 13 @7pm
Held in the Father Lamothe Center. Come join us!