The Pastor's Corner
Sixth Sunday of Easter
April 27, 2008





Jesus has not left us orphans, but has sent the Holy Spirit to be with us forever.

Jesus is preparing his disciples for his death and all that will follow. He promises them, and all future generations of Christians, that he will continue to live in them through the presence of his Spirit. Jesus calls on all of us to trust in the Spirit of Truth, who is with us always.
Today’s first reading tells of the Samaritans receiving the Holy Spirit. In the second reading, Peter gives spirit-filled words of encouragement to Christians of every generation. In the Gospel, Jesus promises the gift of the Holy Spirit as he prepares the disciples for his death and all that is to follow.

Announced Mass Intentions
ANNOUNCED MASS INTENTIONS
April 26th – April 27th
Saturday
Saint Augustine
4:00 PM – Paul Guare by Ed and Maureen Phillips

North American Martyrs
6:00 – Intentions of the Parishioners

Sunday - Sixth Sunday of Easter
8:30 AM – Steve Cano by The Molander Family
10:30 AM – Mary Barenbragge by A. & R. Cummings & family

Monday – Louis Mary de Montfort, Priest
8:00 AM – Deceased Priests of the Diocese
10:30 AM – Mass at Heaton Woods

Tuesday – Catherine of Siena, Virgin and Doctor
8:00 AM – Ellen Fitzpatrick-Danis by her sister

Wednesday – Ascension Vigil
7:00 PM – Kenneth Glines by the Schlott Family

Thursday – Ascension of the Lord
12:00 AM – Intentions of the Parishioners

Friday - Athanasius, Bishop and Doctor
8:30 AM – Charles P. Kerin Sr.

Saturday – Phillip and James The Apostles
Saint Augustine
4:00 PM – Alice Barnard by Ray and Lorraine Blow

North American Martyrs
6:00 PM – Intentions of the Parishioners

Sunday – Seventh Sunday of Easter
8:30 AM – Amanda Pudvah by Pat Percy
10:30 AM – John Murphy by his Family

Parish Calendar

Sunday
Sunday: No CCD – see you next year!

Monday
Monday: CCD – 3:30 – 4:45 Gr. 6
Bingo at St. Monica – 6:30 PM

Tuesday
CCD – 4:00 – 5:15 – Gr. 1-6
CVCS School Board Barre 7:00 PM

Wednesday
Playgroup – 9:30 – 11:00 AM
CCD – 3:00 – 4:15 Gr. 3 - 5
Confessions – 6:00 – 6:45 PM
Ultraya is the 3rd Wed. of every month

Thursday
Thursday: Holy Day of Obligation

Friday
Friday: Soup Kitchen – 11:00 AM – 12:30

Saturday
Saturday: Confessions 3:00 – 3:45

Sunday

Other Announcements
PERPETUAL ADORATION: Come and experience 'sitting with Jesus' and see what people have been talking about for the last five years. All hours available. Contact Karen to sign up at 244-6892.

CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS SPRING RUMMAGE SALE: Drop off your items for our Rummage Sale on Wednesday May 7th. Clean clothes and white elephant; please no shoes or books. Actual Rummage sale will be held Thursday May 8th from 4:00 – 7:00 PM; Friday May 9th from 9:00 – 3:00 Pm; Bag sale on Saturday May 10th from 9:00 to Noon in the Parish Hall. Any questions call Donalda at 476 – 6406.

CENTRAL VERMONT CATHOLIC SCHOOLS: A Catholic education is a precious gift. Our school provides a strong moral and academic background. Come and visit our school and see the difference. CVCS provides a continuous program of Preschool through Grade Eight with a strong curriculum enhanced by classes in music, computers, French, physical education, library and art. An after care program is also available.

CENTRAL VERMONT CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOUND RAISER: 300 TICKET CLUB DRAWINGS. Two winners of $1000.00 dollars each on April 27, May 4, May 11, 18th. And 25th Tickets: $100, only 300 will be sold. (Maximum prize money not to exceed ½ total sales up to $10,000) Send your name, address and telephone number along with your $100 donation payable to Central Vermont Catholic School Foundation to: PO Box 505, Montpelier VT 05602. Tickets sold on a first come first serve basis.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEWS – Religious Ed. Classes are wrapping up this week. Many thanks to our volunteers for giving time to work with our students all year! Registrations for next year’s classes will be coming out at the end of May. First Eucharist next Sunday, May 4, 2008 at 10:30 AM. The rehearsal for First Eucharist will be on Saturday, May 3 at 10:00a.m. in the parish hall. Please keep our students in your prayers as they make final preparations to receive Jesus in the Eucharist! Calling First Grade Families! We are in need of several first grade families (from the school and from our Religious Ed. program) to help serve cake, coffee, juice and other treats at our First Eucharist reception on Sunday, May 4. As of April 21 no one has volunteered to help. Please call the Religious Ed. Office at 299-0155 if you have any questions or if you are able to volunteer.

COMMUNION – For those who are homebound or seriously ill and wishing to receive communion please call the parish rectory at 223-5285

MEALS ON WHEELS – You can make a difference! One hot meal at a time. Volunteers are needed to deliver meals and smiles in the Montpelier area. To homebound seniors our visits mean daily contact with the outside world and the chance to remain living at home. Additional opportunities to serve are also available. Contact Kimberly Lasha at the Montpelier Home Delivery Program – 229-9158

MASS FOR THE UNBORN: At the Knights of Columbus Hall on May 10, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Weather permitting the Mass will be held at the Altar for the Unborn outside. In case of rain it will be held in the Knights of Columbus Hall, Pine Hill Road, Barre.

MILLION-VOICE PRAYER FOR LIFE: St. Michael the Archangel Foundation is organizing a US Prayer Event on Saturday, May 3rd at 9 AM. We are asking all parishioners to pray one rosary at that time to join with people all across the US who will be praying. Please join at the church.

SPECIAL THANKS TO THOSE WHO HELPED: Vermont Right to Life would like to sincerely thank all those people who contributed to this years Baby Bootie Campaign. Nearly 1,500.00 was realized. Special thanks go out to Ginny Garand. Also Vermont Right to Life is hosting a Teens for Life Summit on Saturday, October 18, 2008 at the Wildflower Inn in Lyndonville.

ST. AUGUSTINE PLAYGROUP: On May 7th there will by NO playgroup on May 7th. (CDA Rummage sale) While school is still in session in June (4th, 11th, & 18th) we can meet at the playground near the Montpelier Pool, on Elm Street.

ROSARY DEVOTIONAL: May is the month when we celebrate Mary, the blessed Mother of God. Come together to pray the Rosary as a community at 8 AM on Sundays and a half hour before Mass on weekdays. This is a wonderful opportunity to become familiar with this powerful devotion.

INTERSESSIONS FOR LIFE: May 4th Please pray for out Holy Father: In thanksgiving for his devotion to the Gospel of Life; We pray to the Lord: God has sent his Only-begotten Son into the world, that we may live through him.

BRIDGING THE RIVERS: A Family and Community Conversation with Returning Service Men and Women. On May 1st, 2008. from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the American Legion Post 26, Main St. White River Junction. $15.00 per person payable to The Family Place. Cost covers materials, lunch, breaks. Contact Sara Kobylenski at 802-295-4115.