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Denise Thomas

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Sep 21, 2018, 1:12:34 AM9/21/18
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Hi Everyone!

Here is a link to this weeks bulletin: Sept 23, 2018
Announcements/Reminders:
  • Two new Photo Albums are ready -
    • Blessing of donated Chalises to Fr. Donato
    • EDGE Kick-Off celebration
  • Bible Study with our Deacons - Meets this Tue 7:00p-8:00p and repeated again on Wed 9:00a-10:00a in the Coffee Room.

  • Book Club Discussion - is this Thursday the 27th at 7:00pm.  The book is "Hiding in the Light: Why I Risked Everything to Leave Islam and follow Jesus. 

  • Autumn Fest and Craft Fair - a week from Saturday (the 29th) from 9:00a-3:00p.  Craft booths, kids activities, Chinese Auction, money raffle, bake table, meat pies for sale.  Hot dogs and hamburgers for lunch from the KOC.  Don't miss the fun!

  • Pilgrimage in Fall 2019 -  to Rome, the Holy Land and Medjugorge.  Follow this link to information, details, an itinerary and more. 
I would like to know how many times should we get baptized.  And whether or not we are true Christians only if we get baptized twice.  Should a true Christian be baptized more than once? 

Denise Thomas

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Sep 28, 2018, 10:48:58 AM9/28/18
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Hi Everyone!

Here is a link to this weeks bulletin: Sept 30, 2018

Announcements/Reminders:
  • Autumn Fest and Craft Fair - this Saturday, 9:00a-3:00p.  Crafters (30+), Kids Activities, Chinese Auction, Bake Table, Meat Pie Sales, Hot Dogs and Hamburgers. 
    • Needed - 2 LT kids Fri 5p-7p & Sat 8a-10a to help set up and Sat 9a-12p & 12p-3p to help at the bake table.

  • Free Pancake Breakfast - this Sunday, after the 10:00am Mass.  Winners of the raffle will be chosen and announced at the breakfast.  If possible please bring a non-perishable food item for our Food Pantry (see below). 

  • Save the Dates - (our website has all the details)
      • Knights at the Races, Oct 20th.  link
      • Bonfire and Family Rosary, Oct 13th at 5:30
      • Day of Reflection with Fr. Donato, Nov. 17.  link
      • Bishop Barrons "The Mass" a 3 session series Oct 22, Nov 5 & Nov 18. link

  • Food Pantry - is DESPERATELY low.  We need any non-perishable food items.  Please-and-thank you! 
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Ask the Priest:  No Ask the Priest this week.

God Bless and... 'see you at church'.

Denise Thomas

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Sep 28, 2018, 10:49:01 AM9/28/18
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Denise Thomas

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Oct 5, 2018, 9:26:08 AM10/5/18
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Hi Everyone!

Here is a link to this weeks bulletin: October 7, 2018

Announcements/Reminders:
  • Blessing of Animals! - come to the the church tomorrow (Sat) at noon under the Portico and bring your beloved pets.  Walking pets, flying pets, crawling pets, slithering pets.  We want to bless them all.  Follow this link to a photo album of the blessing in 2017. 

  • Bible Study with our Deacons - Tuesday evening at 7:00p and repeated again on Wednesday morning at 9:00a.  Deacon Bill will continue his discussion on the bible.  Next week (the 16th/17th) Deacon Peter will begin a 4 week discussion on The Holy Gospels.  Open to all - mark your calendar and bring a friend!

  • Another, Knight at the Races - Oct 20th, in the Church Hall.  Follow this link for full details and to register.  ... You know you are going to go, why not grab your credit card and register right now.

  • Family Rosary and Bonfire -  Mark you calendar for next Saturday (the 13th) there will be a family rosary and bonfire on the patio outside the Cornerstone.  Bring a picnic and a lawn chair and join us to pray the rosary. Music and s'mores will be provided.  Indoors in event of rain. Come on down...  All are welcome!

Denise Thomas

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Oct 12, 2018, 9:15:36 AM10/12/18
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Hi Everyone!
Here is a link to this weeks bulletin: October 14, 2018

Announcements/Reminders:
  • Family Rosary and Bonfire -  tomorrow Sat. Oct. 13th, at 5:30 PM behind the Cornerstone (inside in case of rain).  Bring a picnic and a lawn chair and join us as we pray the rosary during the month of the rosary. Music and and s'mores will be provided.  All are welcome.
  • Tenebrae Service - this Sunday after the 5:00pm Mass.  Lifeteen invites you to join them for a candle lit Tenebrae Service. 

  • Bible Study - Tue 7p-8p and repeated Wed 9a-10a.  Deacon Peter begins a 4 week session on the Holy Gospels.
  • Knight at the Races - NEXT Saturday, Oct 20th, in the Church Hall.  Ticket price is $12.00 p/p.  That covers admission, hors d'oeuvres, a turkey and/or baked ham dinner, dessert, coffee. Follow this link for full details and to register.  2017 Knight at the Races photo album.             
  • LOTS happening in the next month!
    • Oct. 20, 9a-12p  in the Cornerstone Saturday Morning Reflection with Deacon Bill
    • Oct 21, at the 10:00a Mass, Welcome Mass followed by a breakfast reception.
    • Oct. 22, (and Nov. 5 & 19), in the Cornerstone, Bishop Barron's video series and discussion "THE MASS".
    • Oct. 24, 1p-6p in the Church Hall, Blood Drive. Hosted by the KOC
    • Starting Nov 2nd (and every Friday morning) at 6:30am, Bible Study for Men.
    • Nov. 20, 6P-9p, in the Church Hall, Giant Meat Raffle.  6 Meat, 1 Turkey and 1 Lobster table.  View flyer  Co-Sponsored by the MMG and Catholic Financial Life Chapter 56.
    • Nov. 12th, at the Publick House. Italian Feast Community Supper , Sponsored by the MMG
    • Nov. 17th , 9:00a - 2:00p, Day of Reflection w/Fr. Donato, Theme is Everybody Needs to Forgive Somebody.  Register on-line or in the office.  $15. includes lunch.
Ask the Priest:   No Ask the Priest this week.

God Bless and... 'see you at church'!

Denise Thomas

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Oct 19, 2018, 8:54:58 AM10/19/18
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Hi Everyone!
Here is a link to this weeks bulletin: Oct. 21, 2018

Announcements/Reminders:
  • Gentle Reminder - Handicap parking on our property are for those who have a disability placard from the state. 

  • Tomorrow night (Sat.) Knight at the Races - In the Church Hall.  Follow this link for full details and to register. 

  • Welcome Mass and breakfast reception - after the 10:00am Mass this weekend.

  • This Monday, 7:00pm - begins Bishop Barron’s video "The Mass"  (continuing Nov 5 & 19) from 7:00p-8:30p in the Cornerstone. Walk through the Liturgy with Bishop Barron and you'll be transformed through insights on this most privileged and intimate encounter with our Lord Jesus Christ through the Mass. This is a FREE event. To view a sample (and get really excited) visit https://youtu.be/xCnPHtz0sZA

  • Wednesday 6:00pm- Franciscan Film - John Henry Newman, Cornerstone and Blood Drive from 1:00pm - 6:00pm in the Church Hall, walk-ins welcomed.

Denise Thomas

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Oct 26, 2018, 11:58:58 AM10/26/18
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Hi Everyone!
Here is a link to this weeks bulletin: Oct. 28, 2018

Announcements/Reminders:
  • Women's Cursillo this weekend,  Immaculate Conception Spiritual Renewal Center, Putnam CT - 26 Candidates with 5 from our parish.  Please keep all candidates and team in your prayers this weekend.

  • All Saints Procession, with our First Lights children this Sunday at the 10:00am Mass.  Children should arrive at 9:45 to line up to process into the church.

  • Bible Study for Men, begins next Friday (the 2nd) at 6:30am, in the Coffee Room.  Coffee will be served.

  • A Day of Reflection with Fr. Donato, Sat. Nov 17th, 9:00a-2:00p.  Theme is Everybody Needs to Forgive Somebody based on the book by Allen Hunt.  Follow this link to register.

Denise Thomas

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Nov 2, 2018, 9:55:49 AM11/2/18
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Hi Everyone!
Here is a link to this weeks bulletin: Nov. 04, 2018

Announcements/Reminders:
  • Ultreya, tonight, Friday the Nov. 2.  Mass at 7:00p, Ultreya at 7:30p.

  • Bishop Barrons video, "The Mass" will continue Monday at 7:00p-8:30p in the Cornerstone.  Attendance at the first video is not necessary to participate.  Last and final video, with focus on the Eucharist, is Nov. 19th.

  • Book Club Meets, this coming Thursday at 7:00pm in the 2nd floor conference room.  Bishop Barron's book "To Light a Fire on the Earth" will be discussed.

  • Seeking Donations, of turkeys, stuffing, veggies, etc. for Thanksgiving baskets for those in need in our community. Items can be dropped off in the office during the week or in the baskets in the Narthex.  If you need, or know of some who needs, a basket contact Sr. Agnes 508-248-7862.

  • Visit our website often for the latest information regarding Rel Ed, a comprehensive calendar, news of events in and around our church and much much more. Updated daily.  Make it your St. Joseph's touchstone. 
Ask the Priest... I have heard that intentional ignorance about sin is a sin in itself.  I can think of at least 500 sins.  How could everyone know every sin?  Is really not knowing every sin that there is, a sin in itself?

Denise Thomas

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Nov 9, 2018, 9:05:00 AM11/9/18
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Hi Everyone!

Here is a link to this weeks bulletin: Nov. 11, 2018 and newsletter Nov/Dec 2018

This Photo Album was worth the wait... Knight at the Races,  Thanks Bob for this labor of love!

Announcements/Reminders:
  • Giant Meat Raffle, Tomorrow 6:00pm in the Church Hall.  Meat, Turkey and Lobster tables, homemade food, beer/wine/soda.  It's a fun event hosted by the MMG.  Come on down!  Oh, we added a surprise you will love (and laugh really hard)!!

  • Stewardship Renewal month, begins this weekend.  Our first speaker is Mr. Kevin Seaman of St. Bridget/Assumption Parish in Millbury.  Fr. Bob asks we meditate on our time, talent and treasure commitment to the Lord in His Church by asking ourselves... can we give some time to a ministry; does my offering reflect God’s goodness to me; what talents can I share to continue to build up God’s Kingdom here; do I tend to hold on to people, things, money, or am I as generous as I can be showing my gratitude for all God has done and given to me?

  • A Day of Reflection with Fr. Donato, is next Saturday (the 17th) beginning with Mass at 9:00a and continuing until 2:00p.  The day consists of talks and group sharing, with lunch provided.  Based on the book by Allen Hunt "Everybody Needs to Forgive".  Follow this link to register.  The fee is $15.00 for adults and $10.00 for students.

  • Brown Bag returns for our Food Pantry, is this weekend.  Thank you for your generosity!

  • Thanksgiving Food Baskets, will be assembled soon.  We are seeking donations of turkeys, stuffing, and all things Thanksgiving food related to fill baskets for those in need in our community.  You can bring items to the office during the week or place in the baskets in the Narthex on the weekend.  Sr. Agnes is takings names of those in need of a food basket.  Distribution will take place Nov. 19th & 20th from 10:00a-2:00p.
Ask the Priest... Sometimes when I ask for things blessed, the priest or deacon uses holy water.  Sometimes he doesn't.  What's the difference?

Denise Thomas

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Nov 16, 2018, 11:18:47 AM11/16/18
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Hi Everyone!

Here is a link to this weeks bulletin: Nov. 18, 2018

Announcements/Reminders:
  • Stewardship Renewal month, continues this weekend.

  • Congratulations to our Steward of the Year, Martha Tower.  Martha has served our faith community in numerous ways including as religious educator for our youth and adults and also with her many workshops, meditations and spiritual reflections.  Be sure to wish Martha well and offer your own congratulations for her many years of service.

  • Hearing Assistance Devices, are available now at all Masses.  See the celebrant or deacon before Mass to request a receiver and earpiece and return after Mass.

  • FREE parish Thanksgiving Dinner, after the 10:00am Mass this weekend.  Come join your parish family at our very special Thanksgiving table.

  • Survey, Fr. Donato is conducting a survey regarding family events for our younger parish families (under high school age).  There are 6 questions that will help identify what you are interested in and willing to attend.  Please take the time to let him know what you think...   https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3R298PM
  • Bible Studies with our Deacons,  continues this Tue/Wed (the 13th/14th). Deacon Steve Miller is discussing The Epistles.  Sessions meet in the Coffee Room on Tue 7:00p-8:00p and repeated Wed 9:00a-10:00a. 

  • Ecumenical Thanksgiving Service, This Tue (the 20th), 7:30p at the Methodist Church in Charlton.  Deacon Bill is the preacher.

  • "Forgiveness" Day of Reflection with Fr. Donato (11/17 9a-2p),  I know you have been meaning to register... now is the time!!!  More info and to register.

Ask the Priest... What is God's take on Smoking?  I noticed Christians, Muslim and Jews say it's a bad thing or forbidden, but every Catholic priest I knew smoked.   I've been hearing a loud voice ringing in my head and ears every time I smoke saying, STOP!  I don't know if that's God or the devil?

Denise Thomas

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Nov 23, 2018, 9:26:21 AM11/23/18
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Hi Everyone!

Here is a link to this weeks bulletin: Nov. 25, 2018

Announcements/Reminders:
  • Children's Pageant Audition - tomorrow Nov. 24th at 9:00am.  Attached are full details or visit 2018 Edge Pageant Information

  • New Photo Album... EDGE Night Community Service, Thanksgiving baskets.

  • The Good and the Bad news:  The Good News - Knights of Columbus will be selling Christmas Trees again this year, the Giving Tree is up, the Life Teen Flower Sale is next weekend and the Annual MMG Christmas Cookie Sale will be held Dec 8/9.  The Bad News - The Posada will not take place this season.

  • Well, well, well, we asked.... and you responded!!!  Isn't it just like you to do that.  Our Food pantry shelves were empty and you filled them to capacity.  So much so we were able to fill the shelves and assemble additional Thanksgiving baskets to distribute.  Thank you so very much!  To see a full photo album visit  2018 Food Pantry Before/After.

Ask the Priest... No Ask the Priest this week.
Edge pageant 2018.pdf

Denise Thomas

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Nov 30, 2018, 11:05:34 AM11/30/18
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Hi Everyone!

Here is a link to this weeks bulletin: Dec 2, 2018

Announcements/Reminders:
  • Life Teen Flower Sale... takes place this weekend.

  • Immaculate Conception - Mass of Obligation...  Mass is celebrated on Friday (the 7th) at 7:00p and Sat (the 8th) at 9:00a.

  • Ultreya... takes place next Friday the 7th after the 7:00pm Mass.

  • Visit from St. Nicholas... next weekend Dec 8/9, after the 4:30p and 10:00am Masses

  • Consider...  Taking a tag from our Giving Tree.

  • March for Life trip (Jan 17/18)... has been opened up to the adults (not just teens) in the parish.  Email Carolyn Galgano at life...@stjosephscharlton.com for the form and to register.

  • New Photo Albums... Who thinks Bob must sleep at the church? hmm... his wife perhaps? Thanks Bob for bringing the many events at St. Joseph's to our living rooms.
  • Ask the Priest... What are the real benefits of the Eucharist?  I understand it is not a magic wand that transforms us,  but why do some people receive Holy Communion every week and never grow in the life of grace?

Denise Thomas

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Dec 7, 2018, 10:13:30 AM12/7/18
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Hi Everyone!

Here is a link to this weeks bulletin: Dec 9, 2018

Announcements/Reminders:
  • A visit from St. Nicholas... at the 4:30p and 10:00a Masses this weekend.

  • MMG Cookie Sale... this weekend.

  • A Guided Meditation on the Nativity... will be this Tue (the 11th) from 6:45p-7:30pm in the Worship Area.  Confession opportunity available 6:00p-6:45p.  Meditation will be guided by Martha Tower.

  • Extraordinary Minister of the Holy Eucharist training... a week from Sunday (the 16th) from 12:00p-3:00p.  Contact Deacon Bill if you are interested in this most holy ministry deaco...@stjosephscharlton.com

  • Photo Album... Bob snapped the LT Flower Sale, Blessing of the Advent Wreath and Antique Creche Blessing.  Visit the album here.

  • A note from Sarah...  The Life Teen bottle/can drive has ended for the winter.  They will start up again in the spring.  Thank you for your past generosity and save those bottles and cans over the winter please.
Ask the Priest: Question: Why does the priest say "the Mystery of the Faith" at Mass?

Denise Thomas

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Dec 14, 2018, 4:08:03 PM12/14/18
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Hi Everyone!

Here is a link to this weeks bulletin: Dec 16, 2018

Announcements/Reminders:
  • Call us kooky but... we want you to bring your cell phones to Mass next weekend.  There is so much happening at St. Joseph's that we are expanding our communication tools to keep you better informed.  We just need you and your cellphone to make this work!  Don't forget!

  • Extraordinary Minister of the Holy Eucharist training... this Sunday  from 12:00p-3:00p.  Contact Deacon Bill if you are interested in this most holy ministry deaco...@stjosephscharlton.com

  • Don't miss a very special holiday musical chorale  prior to the 10:30pm Christmas Eve Mass!  St. Joseph's Vocal and Bell Choirs will present A Christmas Chorale beginning at 10:00PM.

  • New Photo Albums... 
  • Don't forget to bring your cellphones to Mass next weekend!!!

Denise Thomas

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Dec 21, 2018, 10:17:28 AM12/21/18
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Hi Everyone!

Here is a link to this weeks bulletin: Dec 23, 2018

Announcements/Reminders:
  • Don't forget to bring your cellphones to Mass this weekend!!!
    We are expanding our communication tools to better use text and email.  At all Masses  I will walk you through, step-by-step, how to enroll with our new email and text vendor, Flocknote.  It's easy, safe, secure and if it's not for you you can unsubscribe at any time.  Bring your cellphone to Mass and give it a whirl!  To those of you who already receive this Friday email... YES, you will need to enroll with the new vendor, Flocknote to keep receiving these emails. 

  • A very special Christmas musical chorale will be performed at 10:00pm Christmas Eve, just prior to the 10:30 Mass.  St. Joseph's Vocal and Bell Choirs will prepare us for the most beautiful celebration of the birth of Christ at Mass.  The Christmas Chorale begins at 10:00PM.

  • Couple new photo albums
Ask the Priest: Why are shells used for Baptism, when did it start?

Denise Thomas

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Dec 28, 2018, 8:11:22 AM12/28/18
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Hi Everyone!

Here is a link to this weeks bulletin: Dec 30, 2018 and newsletter Jan/Feb 2019

Photo Albums -

Announcements/Reminders:
  • New Years Mass Schedule
    • Mon, New Years Eve, 4:30pm
    • Tue, New Years Day, 10:00am

  • Rectory Open House,  Sun. Jan 06 after the 8:00a and 10:00a Masses
  • Notes of interest
    • Hearing assistance devices are available at all Masses.  Ask an usher.
    • Gluten Free Hosts are available.  Let the Priest or Deacon know if you would like this form.

  • New email distribution list, In a few weeks I will be closing this email distribution list and migrating to our new vendor, Flocknote.  If you want to continue to receive these weekly emails you will need to enroll in Flocknote.  Just text the word CHARLTON to 84576 or follow this link to enroll.

Denise Thomas

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Jan 4, 2019, 10:30:53 AM1/4/19
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Hi Everyone!

Here is a link to this weeks bulletin: Jan 6, 2018

Announcements/Reminders:
  • Ultreya! Tonight (Fri) starting with Mass at 7:00p
  • Rectory Open House - Sun (6th) after the 8:00a and 10:00a Masses. Bring a friend!
  • KOC Blood Drive -  Wed (9th) 1:00p-6:00p visit redcrossblood.org to make an appointment.
  • Book Club - Thurs (10th), at 7:00p We are discussing A Father Who Keeps His Promises: God's Covenant Love in Scripture by Scott Hahn.
  • 33 Days to Morning Glory - Thurs (10th), 6:30p-8:00p running for 6 weeks. Follow this link for more information.

  • Save the Date: Wine Night, Sat, Feb 23rd.  Proceeds to benefit Lifeteen. More to follow.

Photo Albums
Photo credits to Bob Ritacco who, obviously, worked over and above to capture our beautiful Christmas traditions in photos and share them with us.  Thanks too to all his beautiful subjects.  Happy 2019!
Ask the Priest: A friend went to confession lately and what surprised him was, the priest refused to give him absolution. Can the priest tell the sinners that he/she is wasting his/her time by confessing their sins? Can he refuse to give absolution?
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