T HE 3 R D S UNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME – J A N U A R Y 27, 2013
THE READINGS FOR THE 4TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME ARE:
JER. 1: 4-5
1 COR. 12:31
LK. 4: 211-30
Please Pray for
Sunday, January 27, 2013
8:00 Kelly A. Timolty
10:00 Ann Tumbascio
Noon Anna Giaccarini
5:30
Marie Maffeo Spence
Tuesday, January 29, 2013
12:15 Agnes M. Bennett
5:30 Mary Ann Weitzel
Saturday, February 2, 2013
9:00 Sophie Gay
4:00 Irene & Frank Snell
Wednesday January 30, 2013
12:15 Esther Ahearn
Monday, January 28, 2013
12:15 John Fisher
5:30 Paul Twerago
Thursday, January 31, 2013
12:15 Ruth Crowley Geddis
Sunday, February 3, 2013
10:00 -UC Carmella Tobin
10:00 - LC Germaine “Gerry”
Diggin
Noon Chuck McCarthy
5:30
Mary Dafarra
Friday, February 1, 2013
12:15 Voytek Kakovski
5:30 Helen Lynch
THE SACRAMENT OF ANOINTING OF THE SICK - In observance of World Day of the Sick, the Sacrament of
Anointing of the Sick will be conferred at 4:00 pm Mass on Saturday, February 9th.
GROWING IN LOVE AND WISDOM: ADAPTING BUDDHIST MEDITATION FOR CHRISTIAN PRAYER—
AUTHOR'S PRESENTATION AND BOOK SIGNING (FEBRUARY 3)
Drawing from her recently published book, Growing in Love and Wisdom: Tibetan Buddhist Sources for
Christian Meditation (Oxford University Press), Susan Stabile will explore some of the common values and
understandings that underlie Christianity and Buddhism and talk about how interreligious engagement
can offer mutual enrichment for people of both traditions. Her particular focus will be how meditation
practices drawn from the Buddhist tradition (fifteen of which are presented in her book) can enrich
Christian spirituality, and the event will include a guided meditation based on one of the book’s
meditations. In the course of this exploration, she will talk about her experience in both faith traditions,
each of which has contributed to the deepening of her spirituality. Growing in Love and Wisdom will be
available for purchasing and signing. For more on Susan Stabile, visit http://susanjoan.wordpress.com.
Sponsored by the Spiritual Life Commission on Sunday, February 3 at 4:00 pm in the Choir Room.
Please RSVP to the Parish Office at 617-552-6102 or ignatius@bc.edu.
BOOK DISCUSSION
On February 10th, there will be a discussion of the book, Mary, by Shalem Asch at 11:15 in the Parish
Center. Though Jesus is ultimately the central character in this book, the perspective is that of his
mother. As one reviewer writes, "The experience for me was eye-opening and penetrating. Our culture
has been so Christianized (and post-Christianized) that we do not recognize the radically disruptive
nature of the historical Jesus event." Come to the discussion and share your experience of reading this
highly regarded book.
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THIS WEEK’S CALEND AR
Sunday, January 27th
Wednesday, January 30
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Friday, February 1st
Contemporary Music Ensemble – Upper Church
6:30 p
Transitions – Friary Room
Children’s Carol Choir – Choir/Media Room
Parish Choir Rehearsal – Choir/Media Room
7:15 pm
4:30 pm
7:15 pm
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Lannon Chapel
12:45 pm
OUTREACH MINISTRIES
FEBRUARY 9TH/10TH:
Our Valentine’s at-the-door collection to underwrite
lunches at St. Francis House Day Shelter in Boston. Look for the heart-shaped box as
you leave!
FEBRUARY 9TH/10TH: Materials will be out for
the Rice Bowl Lenten program. In the meantime, visit crsricebowl.org to
learn more about CRS programs around the world.
MARCH – the whole month! Our socks and flip-flops collection for Boston
Health Care for the Homeless Program. The collection box will be by the
Outreach table at the beginning of the month.
TRANSITIONS – SUPPORT FOR THE UNEMPLOYED – JOB LEADS
Next month, Transitions will mark its fourth anniversary. Many have joined the meetings. Many have
moved on to new employment. Just these past few months, at least nine members have found success in
their job search. We are joyful.
For others, the search is still proceeding. If anyone in the parish is aware of a job opening in their own
business or in their workplace, the group would be most appreciative of hearing about it. If you have a
job opening, please send the link or description to Cathy Shea (catherinefshea@rcn.com) or Frank
Faggiano (frank@faggianoconsulting.com).
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
St. Ignatius 10:00 AM Choir will present a concert on Sunday, February 10th at 2:30 pm in the Upper
Church.
PRAYER LINE PETITIONS
If you or someone you know is in need of prayers, you may call or email your petition to Maria Sullivan,
617-527-9136 or mariasullivan18@gmail.com. Please leave a message with the name of the person for
whom prayers are requested. If you would like to join in prayer, you may also contact Maria. We will
not meet as a group; rather, Maria will send out weekly emails with the names of those requesting
prayers and each member will pray individually.
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SPRING 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, March 8 to Sunday,
March 10th .
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.
A BIG THANK YOU… to Hazel’s Bakery in Needham. Each month, Hazel’s donates
their extra breads and rolls to us so we can bring them to Shattuck Shelter on the
fourth Tuesday.
FAITH FORMATION
FAMILY EVENT: ICE SKATING AND POTLUCK
All families are invited to join us for two hours of ice skating and sledding at Larz Anderson Park in
Brookline on Saturday, February 2 from 3:00-5:00pm. Following our outdoor activities, we will be
breaking bread (or whatever dishes you provide!) at a potluck dinner in the Friary Room. There is no
cost unless you are renting skates from Larz Anderson. For more information or to sign up to bring a
dish to the potluck, email Susan Stuart at langinst@bc.edu.
MANRESA (CONFIRMATION) RETREAT
All high school students who are members of the parish are invited to a three day, two night retreat
March 8-10. The retreat is lead by teens from the parish and chaperoned by parish staff and volunteers
and follows a format similar to Kairos. The experience is always meaningful and rewarding and is the
foundation of our youth community! If you are interested in participating in this spring’s retreat, please
email Dan Robb at daniel.robb@bc.edu for more information. If you would like to become involved in
our retreat ministry, please email Amy Chapman at chapmaab@bc.edu.
SUMMER PILGRIMAGE 2013 - THE LOYOLA EXPERIENCE (JUNE 12 TO JUNE 22, 2013)
Join Thomas A. Kane, CSP, Brian McDermott, SJ
and Joan Nuth for a special retreat-pilgrimage as
we trace the life and spirituality of St. Ignatius
Loyola in Spain. We begin in Bilbao with a visit
to the Guggenheim Museum and continue to the
town of Azpeitia for a three day retreat near the
Sanctuary of Loyola. We will have retreat talks
on the life of Ignatius of Loyola and special
prayer opportunities at various pilgrimage sites
nearby. We journey next to Aranzazu where
Ignatius prayed to the Virgin, then on to Javier,
the birthplace of St. Francis Xavier. We will
enjoy some time at the lofty Benedictine
monastery of Montserrat and the next day
we remember “The Pilgrim” at the cave of
Manresa where Ignatius wrote the Spiritual
Exercises. We conclude our pilgrimage in
Barcelona with a festive Eucharist and special
sightseeing program around the city.
For a brochure and more information, contact
Fr. Kane at the School of Theology and
Ministry at BostonCollege, thomas.kane@bc.edu
or 617-552-6520
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La Página Hispana
Del Escritorio del Padre Bob
Queridos Parroquianos,
La semana pasada tuvimos un día de la reflexión y de la planificación con nuestro
equipo pastoral y con miembros de nuestro consejo pastoral. También había invitado a
otros representantes de nuestra comunidad Latina a participar con nosotros. Estoy
siempre agradecido por la generosidad de nuestros parroquianos que se dedican a la
misión que compartimos en Cristo. Dado el hecho que la Cuaresma empezará muy
pronto, (El miércoles de Cenizas es el 13 de Febrero), el foco de nuestras conversaciones
tenían que ver con un tema que podríamos usar durante el tiempo Cuaresmal y el
tiempo Pascual. Una de las escrituras que escucharemos en el Cuaresma tiene que ver
con el encuentro que Moisés tuvo con Dios en el símbolo de la zarza ardiendo. La voz
que Moisés oyò le dijo ¡Sácate tus sandalias porque el lugar que pisas es tierra sagrada!
Este tema de La Tierra Sagrada puede animar nuestra experiencia de este tiempo
sagrado en el calendario litúrgico. Es un tema muy rica que se puede cultivar y nos
ofreceremos muchas oportunidades de crecer en fe.
Hablando de la Tierra Sagrada, les pido que recuerden en sus oraciones a un grupo de
parroquianos que se ha ido a Jamaica por una semana para visitar a nuestros hermanos
jamaiquinos en la parroquia de St Anne’s. Este lugar se ha convertido en una tierra
sagrada para todos nosotros que han experimentado la alegría de esta gente a pesar de
las condiciones de la pobreza en las cuales que viven y a pesar de la violencia que los
amenaza en su barrio. Durante esta visita vamos a bendecir el parque infantil que
nuestros parroquianos han construido a través de su generosidad. Estoy seguro de que
estará un momento de mucha alegría en la vida de nuestros hermanos jamaiquinos.
Durante las conversaciones que tuvimos a la mesa hispana, decidimos de tratar de
reorganizar nuestra comunidad Latino para que podamos actuar nuestra misión de una
manera mas efectiva y mas inclusiva. Es importante que cada miembro de nuestra
comunidad sienten que son importante y que cada persona se pueda involucrar en la
vida comunitaria al alcance que quisieran. Cuando regrese, espero tener una reunión
con la comunidad para hablar más de este asunto.
Mientras tanto les deseo todas las bendiciones que merecen.
En el amor de Cristo,
Padre Bob
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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. KENNETH G. LOFTUS, SJ, ASSOCIATE
REV. JOHN ALLAN LOFTUS, SJ, ASSOCIATE
CAP TEAM MEMBER (CHAIR)
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
DANIEL ROBB, CORD. FAITH FORMATION
RICHARD MOYNIHAN, BUSINESS MANAGER
ELIZABETH MCLAUGHLIN, ADM. ASSISTANT
WALTER FOTHERGILL, FACILITIES MANAGER
617-552-6107
617-552-6103
617-552-6105
DANIEL.ROBB@BC.EDU
617-552-6112
MOYNIHAR@BC.EDU
617-552-6117
IGNATIUS@BC.EDU
617-552-6102
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KATHY MAHER
MARC GERVAIS
MARY SANTAPAULA
KSULLIVAN-MAHER@MILTONPS.ORG
MIG@GERVAISDAVENPORT.COM
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CAP TEAM MEMBER
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FRVEREEC@BC.EDU
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LANGINST@BC.EDU
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
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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