F IF T H S U N D A Y
OF
E A S T E R – M A Y 18, 2014
THE READINGS FOR THE SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER ARE:
ACTS 8: 5-8
1PT. 3:-15-18
JN. 14: 1-12
Please Pray for
Sunday, May 18, 2014
10:00 Jose Chan
Noon Frances Minshall
Noon (LC) Jo-Ann Snyder
5:30 Francis Minshall
Friday, May 23, 2014
5:30 Joseph Bowdring
Saturday, May 24 2015
9:00 Edward Xavier
Wednesday, May 21, 2014
12:15 Margaret M. Shields
Sunday, May 25, 2014
10:00 Elaine Lourey & Robert
Burns
Noon Robert G. Cunniff
5:30 Alfred & Genevieve
Wasilauskas
Dear Parishioners ,
This past Saturday, I celebrated First Eucharist for forty-five young parishioners. The week
before there were thirty five children. This weekend, children from our Latino community will
receive their First Eucharist. One of the things that I mention to the children is that,
although this is the first time they receive the body and blood of Christ, it's really not their first
communion. The church teaches us that every time we come to the Eucharist we are in
communion with the body of Christ. (that's You!) So even if they haven't known it, they have
been receiving communion with Christ in the Word and in the assembly of God's people! (Yes, I
know that sounds abstract!)
So, let me move from the abstract to the concrete. I speak specifically of our relationship with
Boston College. As a diocesan parish which began on the campus of BC, our history has always
been intimately interwoven with that of the University. The pastoral needs of both have grown
enormously. We are grateful for all the support that we receive from the University, as they are
for the services we offer their students, faculty, staff and alumni. But with growth come
challenges, especially trying to balance the needs of both communities. For this reason, I am
happy to announce that we have hired Paul Melley as Assistant to the Pastor and
Parish/University Liaison. Paul comes to us from The College of the Holy Cross where he has
worked as Director of Liturgical Music and Campus Minister for the past ten years. I'm looking
forward to working with Paul as he assists us in finding the balance between parish and
University ministry
Another challenge that we face at St. Ignatius is PARKING. There is no longer parking
available behind Thomas More since BC will be tearing it down. Since you are a "regular" at St.
Ignatius, I would urge you to get to the church early and use the parking lot across from the
garage. (There is a $5 charge in the garage) There is also parking adjacent to the STM building
on Lake Street. Take an immediate right on Lake Street, go up the driveway. There are parking
spaces there that we can use. University officials are concerned about parking on both sides of
Thomas More Drive. This is creating safety and traffic problems. I do hope that the liturgy we
celebrate together is worth the walk and the few extra minutes it takes to arrive at Church in a
timely fashion.
I wish you all the blessings of these days that reveal God's infinite love for us in Jesus Christ.
Sincerely,
Fr. Bob
1.
Sunday., M ay 18 th
THIS W EEK’S CALLENDAR
Book Group – 2 nd fl. Living Room Office
Contemporary M usic Ensemble – Upper Church
Tuesday, M ay 20 th
Spiritual Life M eeting – Office
7:15 pm
W ed. M ay 21 st
Parish Choir Rehearsal – C/M Room
7:15 pm
Thursday, M ay 22 nd
W ome n ’ s Spirituality M eeting – 2 nd . Fl. Office
Friday, M ay 16 th
Adoration – Lannon Chapel
11:15 am
4:00 pm
7:15 pm
12:45 pm
FYI
DUE TO THE BOSTON COLLEGE GRADUATION THIS MONDAY, MAY 19TH, THERE WILL BE NO 12:15 PM MASS.
THE 5:30 PM MASS WILL BE CELEBRATED AS USUAL.
PROGRESS REPORT – 2014 CATHOLIC APPEAL
We are pleased to share that St. Ignatius Parish has raised $45,997 toward our 2014 Catholic Appeal goal
of $76,321. Because of your generosity, we are at 60% of our goal. Your support is deeply appreciated by
me, Cardinal Sean and by all who benefit from the fifty ministries made possible by the Appeal. We need
everyone’s help. If you have yet to make a pledge, I ask you to prayerfully consider how you can help.
The Appeal Pledge forms are available at the back of the Church.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Soprano Katie Jillson (10am choir) will present a recital of songs by Samuel Barber on Sunday, June 1st at
2:30pm in the church. Free and open to all.
ARRUPE: HELP FOR FAMILIES FLEEING PERSECUTION
The Church stands in solidarity with refugee families and forced migrants around the world. The Jesuit
Refugee Service, the USCCB Migration and Refugee Services and many other Church organizations help
them through accompaniment, education, pastoral care, advocacy, and resettlement assistance.
This is also the ministry of the ARRUPE group at St. Ignatius parish. On June 20th, the United Nations
will observe World Day for Refugees. On the weekend of June 21st and 22nd , ARRUPE members will be
collecting at the door after each liturgy to fund their refugee support activities. Watch for refugee films
that same weekend!
Support ARRUPE:
Pray for refugees and those who assist them.
•
•
Contribute
to
the
ARRUPE
collection
at
St.
Ignatius
Parish
June
21st
or
22nd
Join
ARRUPE
(Assisting
Refugee
Resettlement
Using
Parish
Energies)
Learn more about the Church and refugees here: www.jrs.net/refugees or http://www.usccb.org/mrs/
To join the St. Ignatius ARRUPE group, or get on its mailing list, email engler @bc.edu or devlin.jane
@gmail.com
2.
OUTREACH MINISTRIES
SHATTUCK FOURTH TUESDAY, MAY 27TH: Would care to help
out with our monthly service to the Guests at Pine Street Inn Shattuck
Shelter? We will be in need of desserts for the meal; they can be
dropped off at the Parish Office by 4PM on the 27th. We will need
servers, as well, so if you’d like to serve, please call Sr. Diane – 617-552-6107.
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 site. That
date is May 31st 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.
COR UNUM MEAL CENTER: Our Saturday night meal serving at
Cor Unum Meal Center in Lawrence is scheduled for June 28th, July
5th and August 16th. Families are welcome to serve, but children
must be at least ten years of age. If you’d like more information about signing up, please
contact Sr. Diane – 617-552-6107.
CONCERT
The German Boys Choir “Hymnus” from Stuttgart, Germany will present a concert here at St.
Ignatius on Monday evening, June 16th at 7:30 pm in the Upper Church. This concert is part of their tour
of various cities on the East Coast. There is a need for housing for the boys for one night, June 16th. If
you would be able to offer accommodations, please contact Timothy Zimmerman at zimmerta@bc.edu, or
Berit Kramer at Kramer@hymnus-chor.de.
THERE ARE A NUMBER OF SINGLE, RELIABLE PEOPLE WHO WORK AT THE PARISH PART-TIME WHO
ARE LOOKING FOR LIVING ARRANGEMENTS. IF ANYONE KNOWS OF OR HAS A STUDIO OR ROOM
FOR RENT, PLEASE LET FR. BOB KNOW, FRVEREEC@BC.EDU
WOMEN’S HEALTH DAY
The Mount Saint Joseph Academy Alumnae Association presents Women’s Health Day on Saturday
morning, May 31 at Saint Joseph Prep in Brighton. Featured key note speaker is Margaret Duggan, MD,
Chief Medical Officer at Brigham Women Faulkner Hospital and Executive Director of the Faulkner
Breast Center. Workshops and screenings will be available. For more information or to register, visit
SaintJosephPrep.org or call 617-254-1510.
3.
La Página Hispana
Siendo
una
comunidad
parroquial
jesuita,
animada
por
el
espíritu
de
san
Ignacio, les damos a todos la
bienvenida para compartir la alegría del evangelio y para conocer, amar y servir a Dios
y a nuestros hermanos.
Queridos Parroquianos,
Comparto con ustedes otra reflexión que viene del programa, REZANDOVOY.COM. Vuelvo
a sugerirles que descarguen este programa de la oración diaria que les ayudarán en su vida
espiritual.
Piedra angular
Piedra angular, tierra fértilnuestro cimiento.
Ese eres tú. ‘
Roca fuerte que nos protege; en Ti se levantan,
seguras, nuestras ilusiones, proyectos, anhelos. En Ti se gesta nuestro amor.
Suelo firme en el que caminamos, entrelazando los brazos
y compartiendo la marcha con otros caminantes, amigos, hermanos; con otros peregrinos,
heridos, cansados; con otros testigos, que hablan de Ti.
Piedra viva con la que se construyen casas abiertas, templos humanos de amor y misericordia,
bienaventuranzas y milagros cotidianos.
Piedra angular, tierra fértil, nuestro cimiento,
Jesús.
José María RodrIguez Olaizola sj
Durante el mes de mayo, honramos a la Virgen Santissima, Madre de Jesús. Les invito a rezar el
Rosario juntos en honor de Maria después de la Misa, el 18 de maío.
Sinceramente,
Padre Bob
WE
Congratulations
Manuela Rios Castaneda
Samuel Rinaldi
Mariana Sanchez-Dahl
Emily Barrera Soriano
Sofia Morassi Del Blanco
Katherine Barrera Soriano
Alexandra Oveido
Kevin Barrera Soriano
WISH TO EXTEND OUR PRAYERS AND BEST WISHES TO OUR CHILDREN WHO
RECEIVED
F IRST E UCHARST
AT THE
N OON S PANISH M ASS
T HIS S UNDAY , M AY 18 TH .
4.
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
CAP TEAM MEMBER
MICHAEL BURGO, DIR. OF MUSIC MINISTRY
TIMOTHY ZIMMERMAN, ASSOCIATE DIR.
OF MUSIC / ORGANIST
SR. DIANE VALLERIO, MFIC, DIR. OF OUTREACH
AMY CHAPMAN, FAITH FORMATION DIRECTOR
SUSAN STUART, ASSOC. DIR. FAITH FORMATION
FRVEREEC@BC.EDU
JA.LOFTUS@BC.EDU
617-552-6100
617-552-6100
BURGO@BC.EDU
ZIMMERTA@BC.EDU
617-552-6108
617-552-6114
VALLERIO@BC.EDU
CHAPMAAB@BC.EDU
LANGINST@BC.EDU
617-552-6107
617-552-6103
617-552-6105
RICHARD MOYNIHAN, BUSINESS MANAGER
ELIZABETH MCLAUGHLIN, ADM. ASSISTANT
WALTER FOTHERGILL, FACILITIES MANAGER
MOYNIHAR@BC.EDU
617-552-6117
IGNATIUS@BC.EDU
617-552-6102
WALTER.FOTHERGILL @BC.EDU 617-552-6119
KATHY MAHER CAP TEAM MEMBER (CHAIR)
MARC GERVAIS
CAP TEAM MEMBER
MARY SANTAPAULA
CAP TEAM MEMBER
KATHERINE.MAHER@BC.EDU
MIG@GERVAISDAVENPORT.COM
MSANTAPAULA@RCN.COM
THE CELEBRATION OF EUCHARIST
SUNDAY
WEEKDAY
SATURDAY
UPPER CHURCH 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 12:00 NOON, 5:30 PM
LOWER CHURCH 10:00 AM, FAMILY LITURGY
12:00 MISA EN ESPAÑOL EN LA CAPILLA LANNON
12:15 PM, 5:30 PM – LOWER CHURCH
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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