S U N D A Y , M A R C H 15, 2015 – T H E F O U R T H S U N D A Y
OF
LENT
THE READINGS FOR THE FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT ARE:
JER. 31:31-34
HEB. 5: 7-9
JN. 12: 20-33
Please Pray for
Sunday, March 15, 2015
10:00
Dr. Pedro Abadia
10:00
William Arthur Reilly
Noon
Arthur Stanton
Noon Sp. Clemencia Mendoza
5:30
George Lawson Jump
Tuesday, March 17, 2015
12:15 Jack O’Connell
5:30 Sr. Marie Carmel, SND
Wednesday, March 18, 2015
12:15 Edna Hoover
Thursday, March 19, 2015
12:15 Alfred Barton Meech
5:30 Peter Bozza
Monday, March 16, 2015
12:15 Susan Finn
Sunday, March 22, 2015
8:00 David Berry
10:00 Living & Deceased
Members of the Collins
Family
Noon Pauline & Eugene
Sullivan
5:30
Mary Dafarra
Saturday, March 21, 2015
9:00 Estela Gonzalez
4:00 Phero Ba Van Nguyen
2015 CATHOLIC APPEAL
Last weekend, our parish launched the 2015 Catholic Appeal. We would like to thank all of you who
have given so generously to support our parish. If you were unable to contribute last weekend and wish
to make a pledge to the Catholic Appeal, please take a pledge form from the back of the church. You can
also make a pledge online at www.bostoncatholicappeal.org. Thank you for your support and for
helping us reach our parish goal.
LENTEN EVENING PRAYER We are celebrating Evening Prayer every Monday evening in Lent. Evening Prayer features simple
singing, prayer and meditation at 7:15 pm on March 9th and 16th. There will be a Reconciliation service
on March 23rd and an evening with The Boston Liturgical Dance Ensemble on Monday of Holy Week,
March 30th. Please join us on Monday evenings as we journey through Lent together.
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BOOK DISCUSSION
On March 22 at 11:15, there will be a discussion of the book Signs: Seven Words of Hope by Jean Vanier.
An Amazon reviewer suggests, “If you are lookng at your life and thinking: I want to be who God made
me to be, I want to make a difference with my life, you need to read this book, and pray on it. Pray on it
very much. And then ask yourself: Can I be that humble?” Plan to join us in the living room of the
Parish Center on March 22 and give us your reaction to this book.
CONFIRMING FAITH – Topic: Jesus, Face of God, Save Us!
Dr. Brian Robinette will help us understand more about Jesus and his role in salvation. If you are a
baptized Catholic and would like to be a full member of the Catholic Church by completing the
Sacraments of Initiation, now is the time to get started. Confirming Faith continues on Sundays 3:305pm. Confirming Faith is open to anyone who wants to learn more about his/her faith. In particular,
Catholic adults who wish to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation this year (April 26) are especially
invited. Classes will meet from 3:30 - 5pm in the Friary Room for seven weeks. For more information, to
answer questions and to register call/email/message Diana Gaillardetz (diana.gaillardetz@bc.edu, 419290-7101 or the Parish Office).
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OUTREACH MINISTRIES
RICE BOWL COUNTRY OF THE WEEK: Lebanon
Catholic Social Teaching focus: Option for the Poor
The civil war in Syria has killed more than 100,000 people since the
violence began in March 2011. Nearly 3 million Syrians have fled their country since the
civil war began. Half of these refugees are children. It is estimated that 4.5 million
Syrians have fled their homes and are displaced within Syria. An estimated 1 million
Syrian refugees are currently living in Lebanon. In coordination with Church partners,
CRS is providing lifesaving assistance to 150,000 Syrian refugees across the Middle East.
IT’S MARCH – DON’T FORGET YOUR SOCKS AND FLIP-FLOPS! Our
drive to provide new white socks and new shower flip-flops to Boston
Health Care for the Homeless Program for use at its many foot care clinics Boston is in progress.
There is a collection box by the Outreach table and one in the hallway by the church kitchen.
Don’t you just love a pair of clean, dry socks???
HABITAT BUILD: We will again be supporting Habitat for Humanity Greater
Boston in its mission to provide affordable housing for deserving families by
spending a Saturday working at a Habitat building site in a Boston neighborhood.
That date is March 21st and we need more builders! If you would like to be part of our Build
Team, please contact Anton Finelli, afinelli@crmcx.com, or Sr. Diane Vallerio, vallerio@bc.edu.
SHATTUCK FOURTH - TUESDAY, MARCH 24TH: Our monthly serving at
Pine Street Inn Shattuck Shelter will continue and, as always, we’ll need desserts.
Desserts can be dropped off at the Parish Office any time before 4PM on the
24th. Early-arriving donations can be left in the front entryway to the Office
building.
BLESSING OF EASTER FOODS: We will celebrate the Blessing of Easter Foods
on Holy Saturday morning, April 4th, at 11AM, in the Parish Center/Rectory Chapel
(lower level). Many families begin their Easter celebration with this custom. Perhaps you
would like to start this tradition (or continue it) in your family.
SATURDAY, MARCH 21
ST
YOGA BASICS FOR BEGINNERS 9:00-10:15 AM
Have you ever wanted to try yoga but have been intimidated by fast paced, more advanced classes or
think you need to be more “flexible” before you even try? Come to this Yoga Basics class taught by
experienced yoga instructor, Liz Padula. Liz has been practicing yoga since 1994 and recently completed
the well-respected 200 hour YogaWorks training.
Beginners can explore and start their yoga practice in a supportive, friendly, low-key way. Learn
fundamental asana poses with a strong focus on alignment mixed in with some flow so you can build
strength while relaxing your mind. Leave your “to-do” list at home and come join us with a yoga
mat. You’ll leave feeling relaxed and refreshed. If you have any questions about the format of the class,
please contact Liz at lizpadula@gmail.com. The Program will be held at the BC Brighton Dance Studio at
2115 Commonwealth Ave. (across the street from BC, on the School of Theology and Ministry campus).
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La Página Hispana
Queridos Parroquianos,
Hace varias semanas me reuní con personas del Centro para los Derechos Humanos de Boston
College. Este grupo patrocina un proyecto pequeño en la parroquia en Zacualpa, Guatemala,
trabajando con inmigrantes. Alumnos de BC han viajado a Zacualpa y quisieran compartir con
nuestra comunidad los resultados de su trabajo. Los he invitado a hacer una presentación el 22
de Marzo a la una y media después del cafecito. Espero que puedan asistir y se enteren de su
labor. También ellos quieren saber si nuestra comunidad tiene ganas de participar con la
parroquia en Zacualpa.
Me alegra decir que nuestras clases y conversaciones en parejas para aprender o mejorar inglés
o español han comenzado. Cada domingo después de la misa en la casa parroquial seran las
clases. Si tienen ganas de practicar inglés, sean bienvenidos.
Padre Bob
Reflexión desde rezandovoy.com
Señor Jesucristo, nos da miedo gastar la vida, pero la vida Tú nos la has dado para gastarla; no
se la puede economizar en estéril egoísmo. Gastar la vida es trabajar por los demás, aunque no
paguen; hacer un favor al que no va a devolver; gastar la vida es lanzarse aun al fracaso, si hace
falta, sin falsas prudencias; es quemar las naves en bien del prójimo. Somos antorchas que solo
tenemos sentido cuando nos quemamos; solamente entonces seremos luz.
Líbranos de la prudencia cobarde, la que nos hace evitar el sacrificio, y buscar la seguridad.
LUIS ESPINAL
LITTLE ROCK SCRIPTURE STUDY
This semester, we are studying The Galatians and Romans. St. Paul insists that faith is fundamental to
salvation and is the free gift of God’s love. Through letters to the fledgling communities, Paul offers
reasons for hope and joy. The study will begin on Wednesday, March 11th at 7:15 pm in the Old Choir
Room, Lower Church. The cost is $11.00, which includes a commentary, study guide and DVD
presentation of the study. New members are always welcome. To register, you may call the Parish
Office, 617-552-6102. If you have any questions, please call John Dafarra 781-899-9540.
WANT MORE INSIGHT INTO THE READINGS YOU HEAR AT MASS?
Join us for PASTA & PRAYER, a prayerful conversation with friends over dinner to discuss
the Sunday scriptures. Feed your body, mind and soul!! The next session, “A New Life & A
New Spirit”, discussing the readings for the Easter season, will take place on Thursday,
March 19th in the Dining Room at the Parish Office from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Newcomers are
always welcome!
Prior registration required: call Catherine at 617-782-5812 or e-mail to
cfdesq@hotmail.com, to reserve a place at the table.
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WOULD YOU LIKE TO SERVE ST. IGNATIUS PARISH?
We need new Lectors and Eucharistic Ministers for every weekend Mass. Eucharistic Ministers distribute
Communion; and Lectors proclaim the Word. Please consider offering your time to help with these
important ministries. Trainings for Eucharistic Ministers and Lectors are currently scheduled for the
following dates and times (you only have to attend one):
March 15th October 30th Upper Church 3:00 p.m. (Lectors) Upper Church 7:30 p.m. (Eucharistic Ministers) If you are interested in becoming a Lector or an Eucharistic Minister, please let us know which of these
training sessions you will be attending, so that we can make sure that we have the correct number of
training materials. For more information or to volunteer, please contact Catherine Downing, 617-782-5812
or send an email to cfdesq@hotmail.com.
FR. GREG BOYLE, S.J. KEYNOTE ADDRESS
AS PART OF BOSTON COLLEGE CAMPUS MINISTRY’S FAST (FAITH, ACTION, SOLIDARITY, TODAY)
On Wednesday, March 18 Fr. Greg Boyle, S.J. will give a keynote address as part of Boston College
Campus Ministry’s FAST (Faith, Action, Solidarity, Today) Week. Fr. Greg will speak on his work with
HomeBoy Industries, which offers a variety of free programs to high-risk youth, former gang members
and the recently incarcerated, and gives hard-to-place individuals an opportunity for employment. The
talk will take place at 7:00 pm in the upstairs church at St. Ignatius and is open to parishioners. Please
contact Ellen Modica at modice@bc.edu or 617-552-4665 for more information.
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COME MAKE THE CHURCH BLOOM FOR EASTER!
Come help decorate the church for Easter on Saturday, April 19 , starting at 9:00 a.m. Come for a little
time or come for the whole time: all ages and experiences are welcome to come! For more information,
contact Catherine Downing at 617-782-5812 or at cfdesq@hotmail.com
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EASTER PLANT DONATIONS
For Easter, we would invite you to remember your loved ones by making a donation
to purchase a plant in their name. These plants will be used to make the Church
bloom for the season and an acknowledgement of gratitude will appear in the bulletin.
If you would like to donate, please out the form below and return to the Parish Office
by March 31st, together with your donation.
Yes, I would like to donate $_________ to remember:
______________________________________________________________
(Name of person to be remembered)
Donor: ___________________________________________
Address:________________________________________
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SAINT IGNATIUS OF LOYOLA
28 COMMONWEALTH AVENUE – CHESTNUT HILL, MA 02467
PHONE 617-552-6100
E-MAIL IGNATIUS@BC.EDU
FAX: 617-552-6101
WEB: HTTP://BC.EDU/ST-IGNATIUS
THE PARISH STAFF
REV. ROBERT F. VER EECKE, SJ, PASTOR
REV. JOHN ALLAN LOFTUS, SJ, ASSOCIATE
PAUL MELLEY, ASST TO THE PASTOR, BC LIAISON
FRVEREEC@BC.EDU
JA.LOFTUS@BC.EDU
MELLEYPA@BC. EDU
617-552-6100
617-552-6100
617-552-6113
MICHAEL BURGO, DIR. OF MUSIC MINISTRY
TIMOTHY ZIMMERMAN, ASSOCIATE DIR. OF MUSIC
SR. DIANE VALLERIO, MFIC, DIR. OF OUTREACH
SUSAN STUART, DIRECTOR OF FAITH FORMATION
KATHY MAHER, FAITH FORMATION MIDDLE SCHOOL
JONATHAN GALO, FAITH FORMATION ADMIN.
ERNESTO REYES, CONFIRMATION COORDINATOR
DIANA GAILLARDETZ, ADULT FAITH FORM./ RCIA
BURGO@BC.EDU
ZIMMERTA@BC.EDU
VALLERIO@BC.EDU
LANGINST@BC.EDU
KATHERINE MAHER @BC.EDU
GALO@BC.EDU
REYESHEE@BC.EDU
GAILLADI@BC.EDU
617-552-6108
617-552-6114
617-552-6107
617-552-6105
617-552-6112
617-552-6112
617-552-6103
617-552-6103
RICHARD MOYNIHAN, BUSINESS MANAGER
ELIZABETH MCLAUGHLIN, ADM. ASSISTANT
WALTER FOTHERGILL, FACILITIES MANAGER
MOYNIHAR@BC.EDU
IGNATIUS@BC.EDU
WALTER.FOTHERGILL @BC.EDU
617-552-6117
617-552-6102
617-552-6119
KATHY MAHER, CAP TEAM MEMBER, CHAIR
REV. JOHN ALLAN LOFTUS, SJ, CAP TEAM MEMBER
MARC GERVAIS, CAP TEAM MEMBER
MARY SANTAPAULA, CAP TEAM MEMBER
KATHERINE MAHER @BC.EDU
JA.LOFTUS@BC.EDU
MJG@GERVAISDAVENPORT.COM
THE CELEBRATION OF EUCHARIST
SUNDAY
WEEKDAY
SATURDAY
UPPER CHURCH 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 12:00 NOON, 5:30 PM
LOWER CHURCH 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, FAMILY LITURGY
12:00 MISA EN ESPAÑOL EN LA CAPILLA LANNON
12:15 PM - 5:30 PM – LOWER CHURCH – 12:45 PM FRIDAY, ADORATION
LOWER CHURCH 9:00 AM, UPPER CHURCH 4:00 PM (Vigil)
THE SACRAMENTS
BAPTISM
Adults are baptized at the Easter Vigil as part of the Rites of Christian Initiation for
Adults. Infant and child baptisms are by arrangement.
FIRST EUCHARIST
Preparation begins in Grade 1 and includes classes, retreats and home instruction.
Children receive First Eucharist in 2nd grade.
CONFIRMATION
Our Confirmation program begins in the 9th grade. Students are confirmed in the
Spring of the 10th grade. Young adults who have been catechized but are not yet
confirmed should contact the Parish Office for an alternative program.
MATRIMONY
Must be registered as a parishioner six months prior to beginning Marriage arrangements.
RECONCILIATION
Saturdays 3:15 – 3:45 PM Upper Church or by arrangement
ANOINTING OF THE SICK by arrangement.
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