St. Thomas Aquinas Church Rev. Bill Devine, Pastor [email protected]
Rev. Jason Giombe , Parochial Vicar fathergiombe @gmail.com
Deacon Leo Donoghue [email protected] Parish Office
103 Center St, Bridgewater MA 02324 Hours | Monday - Friday | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Phone | 508.697.9528 Fax |508.279.1859
Website| www.s homasaquinas.com Parish Office Staff
Peter Vitagliano, Finance and Opera ons Officer
[email protected]
Tina Larson, Administra ve Assistant [email protected]
Pastoral Assistant
Aaron Durocher, Pastoral Assistant 508.531.1346
[email protected] Music Director
Paul Hoffman, Music Director phoff[email protected] St. Basil, The Catholic Center
Rev. Jason Giombe , Campus Chaplain fathergiombe @gmail.com
SUNDAY MASS
St. Thomas Aquinas Church 103 Center St., Bridgewater Saturday Vigil | 4:00 p.m.
Sunday | 7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m. , 12:00 p.m.
St. Basil Chapel
122 Park Ave., Bridgewater Sunday | 10:30 a.m., 5:00 p.m.
DAILY MASS
St. Thomas Aquinas Church Monday - Saturday | 9:00 am CONFESSION
St. Thomas Aquinas Church Saturday: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. in the Lower Church or by appointment
ConfirmaƟon - May 10, 2021 - 7:00 p.m.
One of the main reasons our parish is dynamic, engaged, involved and faith- filled is due to the number of people who volunteer their me and talents.
For a number of years, we’ve set aside two weekends in September to en- courage people to volunteer for one or more ministries. We were on a role with over 300 volunteers un l Covid restric ons hit us over a year ago.
Much of the momentum slowed as many ministries weren’t able to func on and others only allowed minimal & restricted par cipa on.
It’s me for us to pick up the momentum in our faith celebra ons, educa- onal opportuni es, youth and adult outreach and community engagements
BUT we need everyone’s help. There are many excuses people use to not volunteer i.e. too old, no me, too busy etc... However, whatever me you can give is of tremendous value to our staff and parishioners.
Fortunately for our parish, many recognize the need, want to help and are willing to assist wherever they’re needed and sign up for one or more ministries.
Those who’ve volunteered in the past have found that they get more out of Mass by par cipa ng in one or more of the liturgical/worship ministries, others have come to a be er understanding of their faith by tak- ing advantage of classes that are offered. A number see a side benefit of volunteering has been the oppor- tunity to meet other parishioners that they see every week but never get to meet.
BONUS Many of these ministries (coffee & donuts, mass prepara on, greeters & ushers, Giving Tree, Thanksgiving Dinner, altar guild, youth group, etc.) can be done as a family involving children with parents.
What a great way to teach children by modeling our faith in ac on.
The center pages of the bulle n list a number of ministries. Please check out the ministries again (there are new ones) and sign up for one a er Mass this weekend. You’ll be glad that you did. The vitality of our parish is dependent not only on the Lord’s grace and guidance but your help.
- Fr. Devine
2019 Parish Volunteers
I personally would like to thank all those who volunteered their me to make the Welcome Back Block party a success. Over 200 people of all ages enjoyed pony and train rides, face pain ng, bouncy house, spray ta oos, making ty-dye shirts, dunk tank, games, live music and food. It was a GREAT day with GREAT weath- er. In addi on to the ac vi es and food, the party enabled people to once again engage with each other and meet other families in our parish.
It’s ac vi es like this sponsored by the Social Commi ee that brings people come together. In addi on to all the volunteers I would especially like to thank Aaron Durocher, our pastoral assistant, and Vicki Scopa, Chair- woman of the Social Commi ee, for their leadership in planning and organizing this event. I thank Fr. Giom- be for driving the train and giving Eric a break and for Winston of entertaining the children….and adults.
Please consider joining the Social Commi ee during our Volunteer Weekends.
- Fr. Devine
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Are you a dynamic teen thinking about making a difference and joining the magic next year with the St Thomas Youth Mis- sion Trip? We are happy to share that the St. Thomas Youth mission
trip to Nashville has been rescheduled to July 9th 2022. Unfortu- nately, several of our teens will not be able to come next year so we have 10 open spots for teens or chaperones. This will be our 5th mission trip with Catholic Heart Workcamp. You must be entering 9th grade or above in September 2022 (which means current 8th graders are welcome to par cipate). The cost of the trip including transporta on, lodging, and food is $415 - chaperones a end at no charge. Most families incur li le to no cost a er reaching out to family and friends to sponsor their trip - I have form le ers ready to go. On our trip we will be serving the Nashville community on a week long mission through various local organiza ons including
soup kitchens, at risk youth organiza ons, low income daycare centers, and comple ng work projects including demoli- on, construc on, gardening, as well as helping local senior ci zens.
Take some me to think and pray about this opportunity and let me know as soon as possible:) APPLICATIONS ARE DUE BY: 9/24/2021. Please drop off applica ons and $100 deposit to the rectory. Applica on link: h ps://docs.google.com/
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St. Padre Pio was born Francesco Forgione, on May 25, 1887, in Pietrelcina, Italy. From his tender age, Francisco had a pecu- liar ability. He could see guardian angels, spoke with Jesus and the Virgin Mary. This was not something taught to him, but occurred so naturally that he assumed other people could see them too.
On one occasion during prayer, a fellow monk astonishingly reported he saw Pio levitate during an episode of ecstasy.
In 1915, with World War I afflic ng the world, Padre Pio was summoned for military ser- vice. However, he was so sickly that he was o en sent home, only to then be recalled for service.
On September 20, Padre Pio was hearing confessions when he felt pain in his hands and feet. He no ced the s gmata, the wounds of Christ, appearing on his hands and feet.
The experience was painful. The wounds smelled of roses, and although they con nued to weep, they never became infected. Doctors who later examined the s gmata were amazed at their perfectly round shape.
His popularity became a source of concern for the Church and the Va can began to re-
strict his ac vi es to minimize public interac on. Padre Pio himself was uncomfortable with his newfound popularity and the a en on he received because of his s gmata. A Church inves ga on into his s gmata concluded that his condi on was not faked and they allowed him to once again perform public du es.
Padre Pio became interna onally famous. He was known for his piety, charity and the quality of his preaching. He famously advised, "Pray, hope and don't worry."
SAINT OF THE WEEK
ST. PADRE PIO (Feast Day: September 23rd)
September 18th & 19th and September 25th & 26th
Volunteer Weekends Process
Tables will be set up a er all the Masses at the church and chapel during the weekends of September 18th & 19th and September 25th & 26th detailing our ministries.
Please read the ministry list and descrip ons found in the expanded volunteer bulle n to familiarize your- self with the wonderful work our parish volunteers do. During Volunteer Weekends, you will have the op-
portunity to talk with ministry heads and volunteer for a ministry.
Both NEW and RETURNING volunteers MUST sign the ministry roster(s) they want to volunteer for. Imme- diately a er you sign up we ask ALL VOLUNTEERS (new and returning) to report to the lower church or designated tables at the chapel to complete any required paperwork (CORIs and Code of Conduct forms)
as well as register for VIRTUS training. You must see a parish staff member to complete all of your re- quired paperwork before you are able to begin or con nue volunteering.
Thank you for making our parish a vibrant community that spreads God’s love t those around us!
September 18th & 19th and September 25th & 26th
SECOND COLLECTION
THIS WEEK NO SECOND COLLECTION SEPT. 18– SEPT. 19 NEXT WEEK NO SECOND COLLECTION SEPT. 25– SEPT. 26
FINANCIAL BLESSINGS
SUMMARY OF COLLECTIONS
08/07 - 08/08
St. Thomas St. Basil Total
In-Pew $4,578 $473 $5,051
Mail-in/Drop-Off $340 $0 $340
WeShare $2,445 $1,105 $3,550
Grand Total $7,363 $1,578 $8,941 Propaga on of the Faith $766 $280 $1,046
HOW TO CONTRIBUTE TO THE SECOND COLLECTIONS
If you would like to donate to a special collec on and ensure that your dona on is directed properly, you may do so in the following ways:
x Use your designated weekly envelopes specific for the special collec on
x Use the designated white envelopes next to the collec on boxes.
As always, we thank you for your generosity!
COMMUNITY MINISTRIES
Bazaar (November)
Join the team that plans & organizes the annual Christmas bazaar.
Coffee & Donuts (Sundays, October-April, Monthly)
Make coffee, pick up prepaid donuts, and clean up a er the gathering following the 9:00 a.m. church Mass and 10:30 AM chapel Mass.
Giving Tree (December)
Help with the organiza on and running of the Annual Giving Tree to provide fami- lies in need with Christmas gi s.
Golf Tournament Planning Commi ee (Spring)
Join the commi ee to plan and execute the golf tournament, the parish’s biggest fundraiser.
Lenten Simple Suppers (Fridays PM)
Help prepare meatless meals during Lent a er Sta ons of the Cross.
Rummage Sale (Spring/Fall)
Assist with the annual Parish Rummage Sale.
Saint Vincent de Paul Food Pantry (Bi-weekly)
Provide food for those in need. Adults especially needed on Wed. & Thurs. mornings.
Social Commi ee (Quarterly)
Help plan and run engaging social events for the Parish.
Thanksgiving Dinner (November)
Volunteers help prepare and serve Thanksgiving Dinner for senior ci zens.
Women's Club (Monthly)
Par cipate in social events and fundraising.
OUTREACH MINISTRIES
Bap sm (Monthly)
Provide gi packages to welcome families of recently bap zed children.
Evangeliza on (Quarterly)
Create opportuni es that reach out to and welcome people to our parish and share in the Gospel
Homebound Support (As Needed)
To be available to visit homebound parishioners and assist where needed.
Pro-Life (Quarterly)
Create a greater awareness of the sanc ty of all human life from concep on un l natural death. The ministry includes prayer, educa on, ac vely pe oning the government, and support for pregnant women and their children.
Troops & Veterans Support (November)
Assist and send Christmas gi s to deployed military troops and year-round visits to local VA pa ents.
PARISH SERVICE MINISTRIES
Altar Guild (Friday a.m.)
Clean Upper and Lower Church and Chapel.
Offertory Counters (Monday a.m. 1x per month)
Assist with the coun ng of collec ons a er the weekend Masses.
WORSHIP MINISTRIES
Altar Server Mentor/Trainer (Bi-Monthly)
Adult who will train and provide ongoing mentorship to altar servers.
Altar Servers (Monthly) ON HOLD UNTIL ADULT MENTOR IS IDENTIFIED Assist the priest at Mass by serving at the altar. Grades 4-12. Training provided
Mass Setup (Weekly)
Reset the altar for the upcoming Mass of your choice. Training provided.
Church /Chapel Decora ons - Altar, Flowers (Quarterly)
Assist in decora ng the altars at St. Thomas and St. Basil throughout the year.
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (3x Per Month)
Assist in the distribu on of Holy Communion during Mass. Training provided.
Homebound Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (as needed) Bring Holy Communion to the Homebound. Training provided.
Fa ma Candlelight Rosary Procession (May-October)
Assist with the coordina on of the procession which is held on the 13th of each month.
Greeters & Ushers (Weekly)
Welcome parishioners to Mass, answer ques ons, and assist in taking the collec on. Training provided.
Lectors (2x Per Month)
Proclaim the Scripture readings and lead prayer inten ons during Mass. Training provided.
Music Ministry (Weekly)
Join our new choir program with weekly and seasonal opportuni es.
YOUTH MINISTRIES
Children’s Christmas Pageant (December)
Help to organize and run the Annual Parish Christmas Pageant.
Easter Egg Hunt (Spring)
Help coordinate the Parish Easter Egg Hunt for children.
Faith Forma on Stampers (Weekly during school)
Volunteers stamp Mass a endance cards a er Mass for students in Grades 2 & 10 from October-April.
Faith Forma on Administra ve Support (Weekly - October-April) Secretarial support for Faith Forma on mentors. 10 hours a week.
Youth Group (Monthly)
Adults needed to plan and run various Youth Ministry events. For Grades 6-12.
Vaca on Bible Camp (Summer)
Help organize and support our one week summer Bible Camp Program.
HAS A LOVED ONE DIED RECENTLY?
The Saint Thomas Aquinas/Saint Basil Bereave- ment Ministries are pleased to announce that our next series of Bereavement Support mee ngs will begin on October 6th at 6:30 PM and run for 9 weeks.
All those who are grieving the loss of a loved one are invited to join.
PLEASE NOTE: ADVANCED REGISTRATION is requested.
Contact Roberta at 508-697-4184 or Ginniy at 508-697-7649 to register or for more infor- ma on.
Part Time Maintenance Wanted
The parish is currently looking for a Part Time Maintenance worker. This is a 20-25 hour per week posi on that involves regular maintenance of all parish proper es including the church, rectory, chapel and cemeteries. This posi on is a regular part me posi on. During the spring and summer months, this job will have expanded hours ranging from 30-35 hours per week when landscaping is a priority. Prior experience is preferred.
If you or someone you know may be interested, please contact Peter Vitagliano.
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postponed receiving the sacrament of Confirma on? If so, Don’t delay any longer!
Saint Thomas Aquinas Parish is offering a 4-evening course covering: Sacred Scripture, Sacraments of Ini a on, Reconcilia on and Prayer. The program begins on Tuesday, September 28th, at 7:00 PM in the Parish Center.
Please email Edna Donoghue at [email protected] or call 508-243-2870 for further informa on and to register.
The Confirmed Mass will be held on: October 25th at 7:00 PM
A Time to Die...
WEEKLY MASS SCHEDULE
A Time to Heal...
Edward Albert Jeffrey Bean Sandra Cable Anthony Cas llo PFC Joseph Cannistraro
Kimberley Char er Meagan Chuckran Charles Coelho
Jen Corey Jeanne Cote John Cribben
Bella DuBris Veslie Fernandes
Ann Flannery Gerry Gesner
Elke Gudath James Huckvale
Carol Kelley Howard Larsen Richard McQuad
Kaitlyn Melanson Charles Micalizzi JoAnn Micalizzi Margaret Moran Maureen Mosher Angela Murray
Marcia Orcu Gino Panzine
Ray Perry A.J. Que a Morgyn Riedl Baby Reya Rose Martha Rooney Anthony Scalfaro
Deana Spingel Anna Vrana
Paul White Herbert Wolfer Alexis, Jason &
Nicole Zutaut Joseph Boughan
Sandra Cassani Jean Cesar
Marie Garvey Patricia Mall Peter Masai s Charles Sullivan A Time for Peace...
WEEKLY DEVOTIONS
ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT Saturdays 9:30 am - 10:30 am, lower church
FIRST SATURDAY DEVOTIONS
1st Saturday of the month 10:00 am, lower church DIVINE MERCY HOLY HOUR
Wednesdays 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm, lower church SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 18
9:00 a.m. Daniel Anacki
4:00 p.m. Eleana Rea SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 19
St. Thomas 7:30 a.m. Beth Edwards 9:00 a.m. Manuel Torres
12:00 p.m. The Soares & Chaves families St. Basil 10:30 a.m. Don Doroni Jr.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 20
9:00 a.m. Manuel Coelho & Angelina Andrade
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21
9:00 a.m. Maria Demoura WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22
9:00 a.m. Dorothy Farrell THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 23
9:00 a.m. Josephine Bethal FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24
9:00 a.m. Emily & Sara Orcu SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25
9:00 a.m. Floriano Rebelo
4:00 p.m. Pamela Silvia SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 26
St. Thomas 7:30 a.m.
9:00 a.m. Lucilia Nunes 12:00 p.m. John Connolly St. Basil 10:30 a.m.
SACRAMENTS
If you are seeking more informa on about the Sacraments, or wish to schedule an appointment, please call the parish to speak with a priest at 508-697-9528.
BAPTISM
If you wish to have your child Bap zed, or to receive the Sacrament yourself, please call the parish office to request an appointment with a priest, either in person or via Zoom.
Bap sms are ordinarily celebrated each month on the 2nd &
4th Sunday at 1:30 p.m. Please note that these dates are subject to change. Bap sm Prepara on Class is on hold due to COVID-19 restric ons.
MARRIAGE
If you wish to be married in our parish, please call the parish office to request an appointment with a priest at least eight months in advance. Marriage Prepara on course is required.
ANOINTING OF THE SICK
If you or anyone you know would like to be anointed because of illness, please contact the parish office at 508-697-9528.
CONFESSIONS
Confessions are held on Saturdays from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
in the lower church or by appointment.
Prayer List
STAFF SGT Kelly Berrier, US ARMY
WARRANT OFF I James Berrier, US ARMY
2nd LT Stephen Campo, USMC
PFC Joseph Cannistraro MAJOR Thomas Cushing, USAF CPT Karen Chouinard Holliday, USMC
SGT Peter O’Leary, US ARMY Lt. Jarod Mockus (U.S. Army) LGEN Eric M. Smith, USMC A Time to be Born...
Jackson Brian Brueggeman Ryleigh Cameron Cohen
Adelaide Ann Hynes
Brynn Elizabeth McKay
Acland Paul Merriam
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