T H E 24 T H
SUNDAY
IN
O R D IN A R Y T IM E – S E P T E M B E R 15, 2013
THE READINGS FO THE 25TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME ARE:
AM. 8: 4-7
1TM 1: 2-8
LK. 16: 1-13
Please Pray for
Sunday, September 15, 2013
10:00 William Keating
Noon Stella Morello
Tuesday, September 17, 2013
12:15 John Shea
5:30
Nellie Oherling
Saturday, September 21, 2013
9:00 Thomas Gaquin
4:00 Joseph Marazza
Monday, September 16, 2013
12:15
Francis Mannix & Mary
Mannix Slaughter
5:30 Anthony DeLeo
Wednesday, September 18, 2013
12:15 Armand J. Willette
5:30 Jon Boulger
Sunday, September 22, 2013
10:00 T. Harold Ryan
10:00
Carolyn Hayes Donovan
Noon Mary Dafarra
5:30
Scott J. Kelley
Thursday, September 19, 2013
12:15 James O. Boisi
5:30 Peter J. Wilt
SPECIAL COLLECTION FOR THE ARCHDIOCESAN CLERGY FUND
Next Weekend, September 21/22nd, there will be a special collection for the 645 Archdiocesan active and
senior priests. The mission of the Clergy Fund is to ensure the highest quality care and quality of life for
priests, especially when age or health dictates. We need your help. Remember the priests who have
made a difference in your life and consider honoring them with a gift that helps care for them in their
time of need. Thank you for your generous support.
FALL PARISH RETREAT AT EASTERN POINT IN GLOUCESTER
This semi-annual retreat is an opportunity to enter more deeply into the mystery of God’s love
for us. You will have an opportunity for spiritual conversation, silent prayer and gatherings of
prayer and worship with members of the parish community. The retreat will be held Friday,
October 25th to Sunday, October 27th . The cost for the weekend is $275 (all inclusive), with a deposit of
$100 at registration. If anyone is in need of financial assistance in order to attend, please let us know.
Please register through the Parish Office 617-552-6102, or ignatius@bc.edu.
PROTECTING GOD’S CHILDREN PROGRAM
The Archdiocese of Boston requires all volunteers (in whatever capacity) to complete a training program in child
abuse protection. If you are thinking of becoming a volunteer in any of our ministries (lector, coordinator of
liturgy, choir member, etc.), or if you are already a new volunteer in any ministry, you must be able to verify your
attendance at a Protecting God’s Children (PGC) program. If you have completed this program in another
location, you should have a certificate of attendance given you at that time. We need a copy of that certificate. If
you have any questions or concerns, please contact the appropriate supervisor of your ministry.
The next program will be held on Sunday, October 20, 2013 from 2:30 – 5:00 PM in the Choir/Media room in
the Lower Church.
If you plan to attend either session, please contact Mary Blackburn (617-552-6039) or Betty McLaughlin (617552-6102 / ignatius@bc.edu) as soon as possible. Space is always limited.
Thank you for your cooperation in maintaining a safe and secure atmosphere for all the children at St. Ignatius
parish.
Fr. J.A. Loftus, S.J.
Chair,
Child Abuse Prevention Team
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FAITH FORMATION REGISTRATION FOR 2013– 2014
We are still accepting registrations for our 2013-2014 academic year. Our pre-school
program begins at age 3, and we offer a variety of options for children and adolescents
through Confirmation Prep in the first two years of high school. Registration Forms are
available online from our website, by emailing Susan Stuart at langinst@bc.edu, or by
contacting the Office at 617.552.6105. Additional information can be accessed through the website or by
contacting the Faith Formation office.
WITH OPEN ARMS
“COME AND JOURNEY WITH US”
On Monday evening, September 30th, from 7:15 – 8:30 pm in the Parish Office, we will initiate an
eight-week program on the essentials of the Catholic Faith.
An inquiry program for non-Catholics
A welcome back for inactive Catholics
An updating for practicing Catholics
This program leads into RCIA for those wishing to become Catholics and Confirmation for those who are
Baptized and have received Eucharist. For more information, contact Fr. Robert VerEecke, S.J. at
frvereec@bc.edu or 617-552-6110.
ST. IGNATIUS MUSIC MINISTRY
All of our ensembles are welcoming in new members. Please see our webpage for details http://www.bc.edu/bc_org/prs/stign/music_ministry.html or contact Michael Burgo for more
information, burgo@bc.edu - 617 552 6108
LITTLE ROCK SCRIPTURE STUDY
This semester, we will be studying “Women in the New Testament.” Enter into discussion and prayer
about expectant faith, what it means to be touched by Jesus, and the meaning of discipleship through the
lives of the women who lived in the first generation of Christianity. The study begins on Wednesday,
September 25th at 7:15 pm in the Lannon Chapel. The cost is $16.00, which includes a commentary,
study guide and video 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.
Save the Date!
“Called To Love & Serve”
September 21 and 22, 2013
During this weekend, our Parish Community will come together after each liturgy for a
special celebration, including fun activities for persons of all ages. Watch for more details
in the bulletin and on the website about this exciting event. Mark the date in your
calendar and plan on joining us!
VOLUNTEER WITH THE HOSPITALITY COMMITTEE
The Hospitality Committee, a St. Ignatius group dedicated to offering a warm welcome to all who attend
parish events, is looking for volunteers. This vibrant ministry coordinates all the tasks necessary to have
guests feel appreciated and that St. Ignatius is a welcoming home. Some of the tasks include hosting the
event, baking, setup/cleanup, and greeting guests. Volunteers are especially needed the weekend of
Sept. 21-22 for the “Tent Event” when we come together to celebrate the St. Ignatius community If you
have an idea/suggestion, would like to volunteer, or have questions, please contact Eileen Faggiano at
efaggiano5@gmail.com.
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THIS W EEK’S CALENDAR
Sunday, September 15 th
Book Discussion – Office
Contemporary M usic Ensemble – UC
11:00 am
4:00 pm
Tuesday, September 17 th
Spiritual Life Commission – Office
Parish Community Building M eeting – Office
Children’s Carol Choir – Choir/M edia Room
Parish Choir Rehearsal – Choir/M edia Room
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – LC
7:15 pm
7:15 pm
4:30 pm
7:17 pm
12:45 pm
W ed. September 18 th
Friday, September 20 th
RESTART TRANSITIONS ????
IS THERE A CHAPTER TWO???
The Transitions Team is trying to determine if there is a need currently for a support group for the
unemployed. If you or someone you know is in need of support for unemployment issues, check out the
Transitions Team at the Tent Event September 21st and 22nd. Or, you can contact the following
Transitions Leaders:
Frank Faggiano
Cathy Shea
frank@faggianoconsulting.com
catherinefshea@rcn.com
OUTREACH MINISTRIES
FEED THE HUNGRY: Your past generosity has enabled the parish to supply food cards
to many persons who came looking for assistance. At this time, we’re just about out of cards,
so please consider picking up a card or two when you’re shopping. Stop and Shop and
STAR/Shaw’s cards are the best for our purposes, in the amount of $10. You may put your
card contribution in the collection basket or drop it off at the Parish Office. Thank you!
SHATTUCK FOURTH TUESDAY SERVING:
We continue our ministry to the
Guests at Pine Street Inn Shattuck Shelter in Forest Hills by serving dinner on the fourth
Tuesday of every month. We supply the servers and the desserts – and both are needed! If
you’d like to serve, contact Sr. Diane: vallerio@bc.edu or 617-552-6107. If you’d care to provide a
dessert, please bring it to the Parish Office by 4PM on September 24th.
AUDITIONS FOR CHRISTMAS REFLECTIONS
Fr Bob's dance/theater production, Christmas Reflections, will take place again this year the
weekend of Dec. 20-21-22. Auditions for dancers will take place at the Boston College Dance
Studio on the Brighton Campus on September 21st.
9:00-10:00 Children ages 3-7
10:00-11:00 Children ages 8-13
11:00 Ages 14+
Please contact Fr Bob (frvereec@bc.edu) if you have a child who may be interested in performing.
POSITION WANTED
A Mature parishioner with experience in child care is looking for a position as a nanny or aide. She is
Bilingual (Spanish) and has her own transportation. If you are interested in contacting her, please contact
Fr. Bob (frvereec@bc.edu or 617-552-6110).
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IGNATIAN SPIRITUALITY – FINDING GOD IN ALL THINGS
At the heart of our identity as a Jesuit parish is the experience of prayer and intimacy with Jesus that is
offered through the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola. There are a number of opportunities that
the parish offers to grow spiritually together through Ignatian Prayer. We hope you will take advantage
of them.
THE FIFTH WEEK
For those who have already made the Spiritual Exercises in Everyday Life and would like to gather a few
times a year with others who have experienced them. Participants will need to purchase Margaret Silf’s
Companions of Christ: Ignatian Spirituality for Everyday Living. (available on Kindle). First gathering is
Sunday afternoon October 6th, from 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm in the Lannon Chapel. Please contact Kathy Maher
to sign up. (katherine.maher@bc.edu)
FOUNDATIONS OF IGNATIAN PRAYER
We will be offering “Foundations of Ignatian Prayer” for those who would like to deepen their
knowledge and experience of Ignatian prayer. This four Sunday program will begin Sunday, October
20th and continue on the following Sundays, November 3rd, November 17h and December 1st. (The
second part of the program will be offered beginning in February) The program will be held in the
Choir/Media Room in the Lower Church from 4:00 – 5:15 pm. To register or for more information, please
contact Kathy Maher (katherine.maher@bc.edu).
THE WOMAN’S TABLE GRIEF SERIES
The Women's Table of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Boston is leading a 6-week Grief Series for women
struggling with loss. This series will begin on Tuesday evening, October 1st and run for 6 consecutive
Tuesday evenings, including: Oct. 1st, Oct. 8th, Oct. 15th, Oct. 22nd, Oct. 29 and Nov. 5th. Each session
will be held at the Sisters of St. Joseph Motherhouse: 637 Cambridge St., Brighton, MA from 6:30-8:00 p.m.
There is no charge for this series, however, a donation or goodwill offering is gratefully accepted. To
register please call Mary Rita Weschler at: 617.746.2056 or email: womens.table@csjboston.org.
POSITION WANTED
A Mature parishioner with experience in child care is looking for a position as a nanny or aide. She is
Bilingual (Spanish) and has her own transportation. If you are interested in contacting her please contact
Fr. Bob (frvereec@bc.edu or 617-552-6110).
PANEL DISCUSSION
On September 17th at 7:30 pm, The Elements Theatre Company of Orleans MA will host a panel
discussion, “The Importance of Live Theater in our Culture: The Art of Making Humans More Human”,
featuring, Jared Bowen, Executive Arts Director at WGBH, Julie Hennrikus, Executive Director of
StageSource; Joyce Kulhawik, President of the Boston Critics Theater Association; Georgia Lymman, Eliot
Norton Award-winning actress; and Fr. Thomas Kane, CSP, Professor at Boston College. Elements
Artistic Director, Danielle Dwyer, CJ will moderate. The panel will be held at the Back Bay Events Center
(180 Berkeley, Boston) and is free and open to the public.
In the wake of the Boston Marathon bombing and other violence in schools and in our culture, we hope
that this panel will shine new light on the power of the arts to redeem tragedy, cultivate empathy, and
provide connection in our digital age. Panelists will discuss the power of live theater to build community
and provide a vehicle for catharsis that can heal and transform individuals.
As a springboard for discussion, Elements will perform Yasmina Reza’s Tony Award winning play God
of Courage, September 17-20 at the Back Bay Events Center (5:30 pm prior to the panel, and then at 7:00
pm the following days).
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CHURCH OF SAINT IGNATIUS OF LOYOLA
28 COMMONWEALTH AVENUE – CHESTNUT HILL, MA 02467
PHONE 617-552-6100
FAX: 617-552-6101
E-MAIL IGNATIUS@BC.EDU
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
KSULLIVAN-MAHER@MILTONPS.ORG
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.
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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