14th Su nd ay i n Or d i nar y T i m e – July 3 , 2005
15th Su nd ay i n Or d i nar y T i m e – July 1 0, 200 5
The Readings for the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time are:
Is. 55: 10-11
Rom. 8: 18-23
Mt. 13: 1-23
The Readings for the 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time are:
Wis. 12: 13, 16-19
Rom. 8: 26-27
Mt. 13: 24-43
PLEASE PRAY FOR
Sunday, July 3, 2005
10:00 Mass for the People
Noon Philip P. Stuart
5:30 Thomas J. Sullivan
Wednesday, July 6, 2005
5:30 James Kevin Lally
Friday July 8, 2005
12:15 Cecilia M. Stuart
5:30 Adele L. McGovern
Thursday, July 7, 2005
12:15
5:30
Monday, July 4, 2005
12:15 Charles McCartney
Saturday. July 9, 2005
4:00 Rosemary Green
Robert G. Woernle
For Life & World Peace
Tuesday, July 5, 2005
12:15 Robert McLellan
5:30 Paul Carbone Living)
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Friday, July 15, 2005
12:15 Francis C. Mackin, S.J.
Thursday, July 14, 2005
12:15 Capobianco-Casaletto
Families & Judge
Margaret C. Scott
5:30 Joseph J. McGovern
Sunday, July 10, 2005
8:00 Elsa Heiskari
10:00 Mass for the People
Noon Joanne P. Stuart
Saturday, July 16, 2005
4:00 Catherine & John
O’Donovan
Tuesday, July 12, 2005
12:15 Mary Mannix Slaughter
& Francis Mannix
MASS SCHEDULE
HOLIDAY – MONDAY, JULY 4TH
12:15 PM – LANNON CHAPEL
THERE WILL BE NO 5:30 PM MASS.
The church will close after the 12:15 pm Mass.
2005 ANNUAL CATHOLIC APPEAL
EASTERN POINT RETREAT
FINDING GOD IN ALL THINGS
UPDATE
The Jesuit Urban Center is
T HANK Y O U to all supporters of the Annual
Catholic Appeal.
hosting a weekend Retreat at
If you have not yet given,
Eastern Point in Gloucester
please consider a gift today and help us meet
our goal of $88,600. Remember, our parish will
receive 25 percent of all funds we raise above
our goal.
So each gift has the potential to
increase parish revenue while still supporting
the ministries funded by the Catholic Appeal.
September 18-20th, directed by Fr.
J. A. Loftus, S.J., assisted by Fr. Bob VerEecke,
S.J.
Members of our parish community are
invited to attend. The cost of the weekend is
$185. Please call the rectory to register, 617-5526102.
THIS WEEK’S CALENDAR
Sunday, July 3rd
Wed.,
Friday,
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Contemporary Music Ensemble – Upper Church
4:30 pm
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Little Rock Bible Group Remnant – Lannon Chapel
7:15 pm
th
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Lannon Chapel
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Sunday, July 10th
Wed.
Friday,
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13th
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th
12:45 pm
Contemporary Music Ensemble – Upper Church
4:30 pm
Little Rock Bible Group Remnant – Lannon Chapel
7:15 pm
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament – Lannon Chapel
12:45 pm
Religious Education News
Religious Education Office -- 617-552-6105
E-mail – blichade@bc.edu
R ELIGIOUS E DUCATION REGISTRATION
Tickets will be available for payment and pickup
FOR 2005-06 We are already planning for the
at the rectory office until July 1st. Cost is $23 per
fall, knowing our enrollment is an important
element of effective planning. If you have not
already registered your child for the fall, you
ticket and checks should be made out to St.
Ignatius. After July 1st, unclaimed tickets will be
offered to families on the waiting list.
may do so at the rectory any day of the week.
A QUIET C ORNER
L ITURGY
OF THE
W ORD
FOR
CHILDREN begins on July 10th during the
combined 10:00 AM Liturgies. If you can assist,
even for just one week over the summer, please
call or email the RE Office, 617-552-6102.
FOR
FAMILIES With the
conclusion of the Family Mass, we
welcome our families to the Upper
Church! Knowing that children will sometimes
become restless, we have made a “Quiet
Corner” at the Welcome tables, with books and
other quiet activities. Please feel free to use this
space as needed throughout the summer. We
R ED S OX TICKETS have been sold
out and we have a waiting list.
also welcome the donation of books.
GENERAL REMINDERS
DUST OFF YOUR CAMERA, COMPASS
AND
BINOCULARS!! JOIN US ON SATURDAY,
JULY 16 ,FOR A FUN FILLED, PEACEFUL DAY OF PHOTOGRAPHY AND ISLAND HOPPING! All
TH
levels of photography are welcome, or if you’d like just come for a hike! The maritime crew will leave St.
Ignatius at 8:30 am sharp for our first destination – Georges Island – in Boston’s beautiful Harbor Islands
Park. Bring your own lunch for a picnic gathering. $12.50 will cover round trip Ferry and “T” fare.
Make sure to bring a hat, sunglasses and plenty of water! Please RSVP by July 15th. Your travel guides:
Robin Dawkins – 617-867-0866 and Steve Sheehan – 617-783-6336.
CATHOLIC G AY AND LESBIAN CONCERNS
on Saturday, July 9th from 10:00 – Noon at the
St. Ignatius has formed a community of
Robsham Theatre, Boston College.
parishioners concerned about the challenges that
open to the public. The topic: “Resisting Evil:
our Gay and Lesbian brothers and sisters
How to be Christian in America Today”.
continue to face in our Church. In an effort to
Chittister, OSB, is Founder and Executive
facilitate conversation for our Gay and Lesbian
Director of Benetvision:
parishioners, as well as parents and family
Research Center for Contemporary Spirituality
members of Gay and Lesbian Catholics, we are
located in Erie, Pennsylvania. To register, call
providing an informal context in which people
Maureen Lamb at 617-552-8057 or email
feel free to talk about their questions and
lambmb@bc.edu.
concerns.
Free and
Joan
A Resource and
If you are interested in coming
together for support, education and faithsharing, please contact Fr. Bob at the rectory or
L ITTLE R OCK B IBLE GROUP - The Little
robert.vereecke@bc.edu
Rock Bible Group Remnant summer program
began on Wednesday June 22nd , in the Lannon
T HE E VELYN U NDERHILL L ECTURE
IN
Chapel from 7:15 – 8:30 pm. Refreshments will
S P I R I T U A L I T Y – presented by the Boston
be served. All are welcome! If you have any
College Institute of Religious Education and
questions please contact John Dafarra (781-899-
Pastoral Ministry, with JOAN C HITTISTER, OSB
9540) or Sandy Christison (617-325-3277).
ST. IGNATIUS MUSIC MINISTRY
SUMMER M USIC AT S T. IGNATIUS – Though our morning choir is on summer
break, our 5:30 Contemporary Ensemble sings and plays on. Anyone who
would like to join in is welcome. We rehearse at 4:30 pm on Sunday afternoons in the Upper
Church. Contact Michael Burgo at 617-552-6108 or burgo@bc.edu for more information.
SOCIAL MINISTRIes
TUESDAY SHATTUCK BAKERS - Thanks for
your continuing support of our outreach to
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY - In collaboration
Shattuck Shelter! We’re updating our method of
with other faith communities in Newton, we’ll
contacting bakers by using email – a saving of
work to help finance and build Newton’s first
time and energy and resources! Please send an
Habitat project in the Webster Park area of West
email to Sr. Diane so we can put you on the
Newton. St. Ignatius will work on a number of
“Tuesday Bakers” mail group. If you do not
fundraising initiatives while also providing the
have email, call Sr. Diane so you can be put on a
“people power” builders at the home site during
call list. We’d be happy to add your name to
the summer and into the fall months. Please
either list as a new Baker, too. For info, contact
keep an eye on the bulletin and our Social
Sr. Diane.
Ministries page on the parish web site for the
Vallerio#@bc.edu 617-552-6107 Thanks!
latest information on the project.
ICE CREAM CLUB – It’s time to add
SHATTUCK SUMMER COOKOUT - The
more members to the Club! Just $80
cookout is set for Saturday, July 23rd. Sign-up
will purchase ice cream for 200+
sheets for food donations cash donations (to
Shelter guests for one of the monthly Tuesday
purchase items in bulk), kitchen prep work and
meals. If you’d like to participate, just mail a
Shelter serving are on the gathering space table.
check to St. Ignatius or bring it to the Parish
Take a look at the table display to
Office, noting Ice Cream Club. The guests at
see how you will be a part of this
Shattuck Shelter thank you!
outreach effort.
ST. IGNATIUS YOUNG ADULT COMMUNITY
F OR Y OUNG A DULTS – Come to SEE! Scripture Explored and Experienced - A
DISCUSSION GROUP FOR ALL SINGLE AND MARRIED YOUNG ADULTS. We
meet every Wednesday at 7:30pm in the rectory.
welcome!
New participants are always
If you'd like more information, contact Leslie Gray at graylm@comcast.net.
PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT RN/LPN – NIGHT SHIFT - The Little Sisters of the Poor have a
position available in their Somerville nursing/assisted living facility.
Join a talented staff and enjoy a
wholesome and peaceful atmosphere with minimal stress. F/T, P/T and per diem shifts available. Top
of the line benefits, paid vacation, 16 paid benefit days per year, 8 paid holidays, medical, dental available
at low cost, free parking. Please fax resume to Wess Travers 617-629-7926 or mail to Jeanne Jugan
Residence, 186 Highland Avenue, Somerville, MA 02143.
information, please call 617-776-4420.
Email to smhr@lspusa.org. For more
CHURCH OF SAINT IGNATIUS OF LOYOLA
28 COMMONWEALTH AVENUE, CHESTNUT HILL, MASSACHUSETTS 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. VEREECKE, SJ, PASTOR
REV. KENNETH G. LOFTUS, SJ, ASSOCIATE
REV. JOHN C. WRONSKI, SJ, ASSOCIATE
FRVEREEC@BC.EDU
LOFTUSKE@BC.EDU
JWRONSKI@SJNEN.ORG
552-6100
552-6100
552-6100
MICHAEL BURGO, DIR. OF MUSIC MINISTRY
TIMOTHY ZIMMERMAN, ASSOCIATE DIR.
OF MUSIC / ORGANIST
DIANE VALLERIO, OSF, DIR. OF OUTREACH
PATRICIA FAZZONE, ADULT SPIRITUALITY
RICHARD MOYNIHAN, BUSINESS MANAGER
ELIZABETH MCLAUGHLIN, ADMIN. ASSISTANT
BURGO@BC.EDU
ZIMMERTA@BC.EDU
552-6108
552-6114
VALLERIO@BC.EDU
552-6107
552-6128
552-6117
552-6102
FAZZONE@LAW.HARVARD.EDU
MOYNIHAR@BC.EDU
IGNATIUS@BC.EDU
THE CELEBRATION OF EUCHARIST
SUNDAY
UPPER CHURCH 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 12:00 NOON, 5:30 PM
LOWER CHURCH (Sept.-June) 10:00 AM, Family Liturgy
WEEKDAY LOWER CHURCH 12:15 PM, 5:30 PM
SATURDAY LOWER CHURCH 9:00 AM, UPPER CHURCH 4:00 PM (Vigil)
ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
LOWER CHURCH FRIDAYS 12:45 - 5:00 p.m.
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 occurs in Grade 2 and includes classes, retreat and home instruction.
CONFIRMATION
Our Confirmation program begins in the 10th grade. Students are confirmed in the
Spring of the 11th grade. Young adults who have been catechized but are not yet
confirmed should contact the rectory 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