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Saint Andrew ParishNorth Billerica, MASAINT ANDREW PARISH45 Talbot Avenue, North Billerica, MA 01862Office 978.663.3624 Fax 978.670.1433 www.BillericaCatholic.orgSATURDAY:SUNDAY:St. AndrewSt. MarySt. TheresaSt. AndrewSt. MarySt. Theresa4:00 PM4:00 PM4:00 PMDaily Mass ScheduleSt. Andrew: 12:10 PM Mon., Thurs. & FridaySt. Mary:9:00AM Mon., Wed. & Sat.St. Theresa: 9:00AM Tues, Thurs. & FriFri.7:30 & 10:00 AM9:00 AM and Noon8:00 & 10:30 AM and 5:00 PMSACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATIONSaturdays: 3:15 PM, and on request at any reasonable time.PARISH CLERGYVery Rev. Shawn W. Allen, VF, PastorRev. Martin Dzengeleski , Parochial VicarRev. Gerald Souza, Parochial VicarRev. Hal Obayashi, Parochial VicarRev. John J. McCormick, Senior Priest in ResidenceDeacon Allan Shanahan, Permanent DeaconDeacon Phillip DiBello, Permanent Deacon,Director of Ministry and Faith Formationdeaconphildibello@gmail.comPASTORAL STAFFPASTORAL ASSOCIATEAdrienne CullenAdrienne.Cullen@parishmail.comADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT / FINANCEPamela NewfellPam@saintandrewbillerica.orgDIRECTOR OF MUSIC MINISTRIESChristopher Woodmusic@saintandrewbillerica.org2Most Holy Trinity Sunday

North Billerica, MASaint Andrew ParishC AT H O L I C C O M M U N I T Y O F B I L L E R I C A N E W SA MESSAGE FROM FATHER GERALDDear friends,It’s hard for me to believe that this is my last weekend in Billerica. The past two years haveflown by. It seems like just yesterday I was ordained a priest and moved to Billerica. OnTuesday my new assignment begins in South Boston. I’m most grateful for the time I’ve spenthere. Thank you for welcoming me into your parish and into your families. If I have offendedanyone, I ask forgiveness. Know that Billerica will always have a special place in my heart.God’s blessings,Fr. Gerald SouzaPS: Feel free to virtually come with me to Southie by following me on Twitter:@fathersouza orFacebook: facebook.com/fathersouza.FAREWELL PARTY FOR FATHER GERALDThis Sunday, May 31, after the 5:00 pm Mass at St. Theresa Parish, all are invited to attend anIce Cream Social, in St. Theresa Parish Hall as the Catholic Community of Billerica wishesFather Gerald well in his new assignment. He will be Parochial Vicar in a new collaborative inSouth Boston. Although we are sad to see him go, we pray the Lord continues to bless him inhis ministry.VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 2015The Catholic Community of Billerica is pleased to sponsor VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL again this summerfor the CHILDREN of our parishes. The theme will be “ParadeParade around the Our Father with Saint JosephCupertino”.Who: Children entering kindergarten through 5th grade in September 2015What: Music, arts, crafts, bible lessons, sports and more.Where: Parish Hall behind St. Theresa ChurchWhen: July 6th through July 10 from 9am to noonCost: 25 per child; maximum of 40 per familyREGISTRATION FORMS are available at BillericaCatholic.org or at the entrances to the church.HURRY SPACE IS LIMITED!We need volunteers to help with Vacation Bible School: if you are entering grades 6,7 or 8, consider being a junior counselor. if you are in high school, consider being a counselor. if you are an adult, consider helping with crafts, snacks, outdoor activities, music or group leader.Those wishing to volunteer, should email Mrs. Deb Fergus at DebFergus@parishmail.comMay 31, 20153

Saint Andrew ParishNorth Billerica, MA* * * PA R I S H A N N O U N C E M E N T S * * *ADULT FAITH FORMATIONSUNDAY PARISH OFFERTORY“Who do you say that I am”Exhibit and CelebrationMay 30 – 31Please take time to visit our WDYSTIAMultimedia Exhibit on Saturday, May 30 from1:30 – 3:30 PM and/or Sunday, May 31 from11:30 AM – 3:30 PM in St. Theresa Parish Hall .We will have an ongoing slideshow, music,refreshments, coloring sheets for children,spiritually enriching materials and of coursethe exhibit of our fellow parishioners depictionsof Jesus. All are welcome!Your StewardshipLast Weekend’s Offertory: 3931Seminary Collection: 1176WOULD YOU CONSDIER BEINGA HOMEBOUND MINISTER?Circle of Friends, the collaborative homeboundministry of St. Mary, St. Theresa and St. AndrewParishes, will be having our annual gathering onSunday, June 14 at St. Mary Parish Hall from2:002:00-4:00 PM.PM All current homebound ministersare invited to attend, as well as parishioners whoare interested in learning more about theministry. The gathering will consist of prayerand a short reflection on Jesus as our caregiverrole model. There will be time for table sharing ofour experience as a homebound minister andlarger group sharing/questions as well. Please letus know if you are being called to this importantministry and if you would like to attend theg a t h e r i n g .C o n t a c tAdrienne.Cullen@parishmail.com or call 978663-3624. 6234 to go!Will we reach our goal? We have received70% of our goal in the amount of 14,880from 57 donors. Our goal this year is 21,114from 63 donors.donors If you have yet to pledge,packets are available at the entrances to thec h u r c ho ro n l i n ea twww.bostoncatholicappeal.org.NOVENA IN HONOR OFTHE SACRED HEARTParishioners of all ages, friends and families areencouraged to attend the Novena in Honor of theSacred Heart to be held this Friday, June 5 at7:00 PM.The evening will begin with therosary followed by the Novena, Exposition of theBlessed Sacrament and Benediction. What awonderful experience to come and pray and restbefore the Lord. Fellowship will follow in Fr.Wilson Hall.For questions, contact KathyCavanaugh at 978-663-2533.COUAGEOUS CATHOLIC WOMENMEETINGDISCIPLES IN MISSIONDO YOU ENJOY FLOWERS?Most Holy Trinity SundayAll women are invited to the CourageousCatholic Women meeting to be held on Monday,June 8 from 7:007:00-9:00PM in Fr. Wilson Hall.Joyce, Bellefeuille, from the Power of FlowersProject, will be the guest speaker and give aflower demonstration. A goodwill offering willbe collected to benefit the Power of FlowersProject. We look forward to coming togetherwith others as we strive to become “CourageousCatholic Women”.For more information,contact Fran at (978) 387-3155 orfmb0427@verizon.net for more information.Here it is—we’ve been commissioned, rightalong with the disciples. Go. Baptize. Teach.All imperatives.Equally important—perhaps even more important – is the lastline: “ I am with you always, until the endof the age.” Evangelization is the work ofthe whole Church—and we’re not alone.He is with us ALWAYS.4Thank you for your continued generosity!Most Holy Trinity Sunday

North Billerica, MASaint Andrew ParishRELIGIOUS EDUCATION REGISTRATIONOn time registration continues until Tuesday,June 30th for the 2015/2016 Billerica CatholicReligious Education Program which will resumein September. Classes are offered for childrenand youth entering Grade 1 through High Schoolat the three Billerica Catholic Parishes. Pleasevisit www.BillericaCatholic.org for a detailedprogram summary and Family RegistrationForms. We encourage early registration as classesare being filled on a first come, first served basis.Questions?Please stop by the ReligiousEducation Office located at 470R Boston Road orgive us a call at 978-667-3733.ATTENTION CURRENT KINDERGARTENPARENTS!Now is the time to register your child forReligious Education Classes. Preparation for FirstCommunion and First Reconciliation is a twotwoyear process which begins once a student enters1st Grade (or later.) Registration Forms areavailable at the Religious Education Office or atwww.BillericaCatholic.org.25th and 50th WEDDING ANNIVERSARYMASSHis Eminence, Seán Cardinal O’Malley, OFMinvites all couples celebrating their 25th or50th wedding anniversary in 2015 to theSilver and Golden Wedding Anniversary Massat the Cathedral of the Holy Cross. The Masswill be celebrated on June 14 at 11:30am andwill include a renewal of vows.Familyvowsmembers and friends are welcome to attend.For more information and to register, ss.May 3030-June 7Sunday, 5/31, 10:00AM– Janet LeMay, 6th Ann.Monday, 6/1, 12:10PM– Mary Huot, 1st Ann.Thursday, 6/4, 12:10PM-Margaret “Sally” Catyb,3rd Ann.Friday, 6/5, 12:10PM– Jeanne DeCosta, Month’sMindSaturday, 6/6, 4:00PM– The Caterino & HarringtonFamiliesSunday, 6/7, 7:30AM-Marilyn FinneganSunday, 6/7, 10:00AM– Albert Eovine, 10th Ann.DATES TO REMEMBERMonday, June 112:10 PM– Daily MassTuesday, June 2No Daily MassWednesday, June 3No Daily MassThursday, June 412:10 PM- Daily MassFriday, June 512:10 PM- Daily MassSaturday, June 68:00 AM-Men’s Group: “Saturday MorningDisciples”SICK RELATIVES, FRIENDS AND THOSE INTHE MILITARYSt. Andrew Parish continues to list the names of sickrelatives, friends and those serving in the military.Should you wish to have a name placed on the list,please call the rectory at 978-663-3624. Pleasepray for the following: Joe Finnell, Patrick Murphy,Leonard Haines, Kyle Bates, Sofia Jaskowiak, IreneWyllie, Timmy Buckley, Michelle Morris, MichaelMead, Michael Culpon, Emily Mattson, MadisonGreco, Marie Monteleone, Ralph Amentola, PatriciaRoy, Edward Dionne, Carol Harris, EdwardConeeny, Lou Perella, Annemarie Gillespie, LindaFraize, Marie Hughes, Kathy St. John, RitaSurprenant, Bobby Smith, Michaela Smith, ScottPilla, William Engler, Kay Riley, Patricia Gobie,Bryan Murray, Tayla O’Neill, Joan Iannota, BillyPestana, Regan Meehan, John Cammall, StephanieReeves, Helen Coyne, Neva Carboneau, Kathy Street,John Saia, Charlie Ryan, Derek Parsons, SusanDeLucia, Noreen Coady, Margaret Cornett, MaryBrennan, Cindy Mackey, and Tony Oliveri.May 31, 20155

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