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18^o Sunday Ordinary Time
Week of Aug 2, 2020

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POPE FRANCIS PLACE IS CLOSED
until futher notice due to CORONAVIRUS precautions

Statement of Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha, S.D.V., D.D. on the Death of George Floyd and its Aftermath June 3, 2020

The past week in our country has been trying, disturbing, and difficult. We shared understandable concern and anxiety as the first steps were taken toward a reopening of our pandemic-shuttered society. We rejoiced with the reopening of our churches. At the same time, we have been shocked and shaken as we witnessed in horror the senseless killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis and the national protest that followed. In its aftermath, we have seen understandable outrage expressed by so many people, renewed questions of racism, and at times hate and anger that has led to violence and destruction.

While some question how the brutal killing of George Floyd could happen in our country, many point to it as a stark demonstration of prevailing racism and prejudice. It is imperative, I think, to take this moment to try to understand the experiences of others, especially of those who have been historically disenfranchised; of those who still today experience injustice, indignity, and unequal opportunities only because of their race or the color of their skin.

As members of the Church, we cannot turn a blind eye when citizens are deprived of their human dignity and even their lives. In a recent pastoral letter against racism entitled, “Open Wide Our Hearts,” I joined with my brother bishops in the U.S. in pointing out that, “racism is a life issue.” Or as the bishops said in the pastoral letter, “Brothers and Sisters to Us,” “Racism is a sin: a sin that divides the human family, blots out the image of God among specific members of that family, and violates the fundamental human dignity of those called to be children of the same Father.”

Our efforts to build a culture of life needs to include a commitment by all of us to combat racism and its effects in our civic and social institutions. This commitment needs to bring to an end the indifference that has allowed the evil of racism to persist. Some may believe it is enough to be non-racist, but history has shown the need for more. We need to be actively anti-racist.

In a message addressed to the U.S. today (June 3, 2020) at his livestreamed general audience, Pope Francis said, “We cannot tolerate or turn a blind eye to racism and exclusion in any form and yet claim to defend the sacredness of every human life. At the same time, we have to recognize that ‘the violence of recent nights is self-destructive and self-defeating. Nothing is gained by violence and so much is lost.’”

I ask all in our diocesan community to pray for the repose of George Floyd; for the comfort of his family and friends; and for all who have suffered in any way from racial injustice. Let us pray for peace in our country; that those who feel the indignation brought by the events of the last few days may find peaceful ways to effect change, never by the use of violence. Because violence begets violence; it does not bring about peace. Let us also work, encourage others, talk about and do our part to create a peaceful response to this tragedy across our country, one that ensures the safety of our citizens. Violence and destruction serve no purpose other than to compound the challenges at hand. Our collective response must reflect a respect for all people and a unified resolve to work for equality and justice for all.

Returning to Mass Diocese of Fall River
Following Governor Charlie Baker's announcement that allows for the resumption of services at houses of worship in the state, Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha, VUE, consulted with the Presbyteral Council (or Priests) in the Diocese of Fall River and announced that diocesan churches will reopen their doors. for the Pentecost Sunday Mass, the weekend from May 30th to 31th. The bishop points out that the granting of public worship in Massachusetts requires first and foremost that all necessary security measures be observed. This video helps describe the guidelines that all parishioners and parishioners should follow. #FallRiverDiocese
Link to Bishop's Video
https://vimeo.com/cfsema/returning-to-mass
RE-OPENING THE CHURCH FOR PUBLIC WORSHIP

Only one (1) door will be used to enter. Side door please park in back lot.

Limit of those worshipping is 100 by order of the City of New Bedford.

Mask must be worn. Hand sanitizer will be offered at the door.

6 feet distance in isles.

Families may sit together without the six apart requirements. All others must sit 6 feet apart.

Center isles one on each end of the pew and one in the middle side isles one of each end (flags mark the middle of the pew).

No sign of peace.

Communion. After final blessing. Keep 6 feet apart markers on the carpet to indicate, flow of traffic-down the center isle towards the altar and return by the side isles. Communion is given in the hand only. When you come to communion lift mask slightly, consume the eucharist and then exit the Church by the side door.

Sanitized after each Mass.

Collection basket in front.

NO Communion Services on Saturday or Sunday.

Reconciliation
For all those who wish to receive the sacrament of Reconciliation. Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays at 6:30 PM in Spanish; and Saturdays at 3:30 PM in English.
No appointment required
Spiritual Communion of St. Alfonso María de Ligorio
My Jesus, I believe that you are present in the most Blessed Sacrament. I love You above all things and I desire to receive You into my soul. Since I cannot now receive You sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace You as if You were already there, and unite myself wholly to You. Never permit me to be separated from You. Amen.

School Closing Update
In response to Governor Charlie Baker’s announcement, all Diocese of Fall River elementary, middle and high schools will be closed for the rest of the 2019-20 academic year. All closed Catholic schools have been urged to make their best effort to carry out the academic mission of the school via various methods. Because this situation continues to be fluid, we will provide updates as necessary. Any questions should be directed to the leadership of your individual Catholic school or the Catholic Schools Office at (508) 687-7301.

The following schools are closed for the rest of the 2019-20 academic year:
All Saints Catholic School – New Bedford
Bishop Connolly High School – Fall River
Bishop Feehan High School – Attleboro
Bishop Stang High School – North Dartmouth
Coyle and Cassidy High School and Middle School – Taunton
Espirito Santo – Fall River
Holy Family Holy Name – New Bedford
Holy Name School, Fall River
Holy Trinity School, Fall River
Our Lady of Lourdes School, Taunton
St. Francis Xavier – Acushnet
St. James St. John – New Bedford
St. John Paul II / St. Francis Xavier Prep / St. Margaret Primary – Hyannis and Buzzards Bay
St. John the Evangelist – Attleboro
St. Joseph School – Fairhaven
St. Mary Catholic School – Mansfield
St. Mary Sacred Heart – North Attleboro
St. Michael School – Fall River
St. Pius X – Yarmouth
St. Stanislaus School – Fall River

MESSAGE FROM THE IMMIGRANT ASSISTANCE CENTER
For anyone who has Covid-19 and is living in a household with many people, help is available. The Immigration Assistance Center has set up free accommodations at the Holiday Inn in Taunton. Transportation is free to the hotel. More information call: 508-996-8113, ask for Helena.
For people who are working in the fish industry who are sick and continue to work because they are sick and cannot afford to stay home, should call Helena for financial assistance. She has contracts with the fish companies to get compensation for the workers, regardless of legal status.
Please share this message. Thank you!

HELP FOR RCIA
We are looking for help with our RCIA program. The RCIA assists adults wishing to become Catholic or complete their sacraments of Initiation. We need someone to assist our English candidates. Interested please call the parish office 508-992-9408.

Lectors for Spanish Masses
We are in need of Lectors for the daily Spanish Masses (Monday, Thursday, Friday at 7 PM). Interested please call the parish office 508-992-9408.

Diappers & Things
Diapers & Things of Pope Francis Place will open every Tuesday starting, June 30, 10 AM -12:30 PM in the parking lot area. Just for diapers and maintaining social distancing. Mask is required.

Pipe Organ Renovation
We have received a special gift of $3,000.00 dedicated to the renewing of our church pipe organ. It is now somewhat operational, but not fully, we will continue to make repairs as the generosity of our music lovers come forward.
From our Parish History Book
“In 1927 Father Noon was able to obtain an extraordinary organ. It was purchased from Trinity Church in Boston. Originally built by Johnson in 1896, it was electrified and rebuilt by William Laws and Son when it was purchased by Father Noon. It is a four manual organ, containing sixty stops with a separate echo organ placed at the left end of the nave high above the sanctuary in the arched recesses. The organ has forty-eight adjustable combinations with three separate swell boxes. The echo organ itself has six stops and chimes, and is played from the main choir loft. A special cabinet was also provided to house the organ, decorated in the general motif utilized in the building. On this first Sunday, the organist, Mr. Joseph Fagan, who served the Church and God in that capacity for forty-seven years, arranged a special musical program.

Ceiling Leak
Upon investigation of our parish facilities we have come across a leak in the roof near the tower of the church. Deacon Thomas Palanza has been asked to coordinate a contractor for its repair.

Your Parish Needs you!
To all parishioners who want to be part of the group of volunteers to help before Masses, please call the Parish office. 508-992-9408
Sign of Peace
Due to recent events with the increasing number of virus cases (coronavirus and influenza), the Department of Public Health has taken basic measures to help prevent the spread of influenza and other respiratory diseases. The main one is to keep our hands clean at all times and avoid waving hands or kisses. Let’s give a sign of peace instead of hugs. https://www.mass.gov/info-details/what-should-i-know-about-flu

Hands free for driving * Hands free for worship
In Massachusetts, starting February 23, 2020 it is prohibited to drive with a cell phone in hand. Remember to turn off your cell phone before entering the Church.

Champions OLG Soccer League
Congratulations to Divino Niño F.C. winners in the OLG Soccer League 2019-2020 Winter tournament. Likewise to the other teams for their excellent participation. We invite all children from 8 to 12 years to join the league every Friday at the Champions Sport Center at 9:00 PM.

New Schedule Lector & Eucharistic Minister
To all Ministers and Readers are advised the new schedule that will begin in Lent is available at the entrance of the Church.

RCIA
We welcome any adult (18+) who have not received the Sacraments of Baptism, Communion or Confirmation are invited to receive the talks of the sessions of the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) to prepare to receive the Sacraments after the Lent. Please talk to Father Pregana.

RCIA
Before Lent begins, we are inviting any adults who would like to receive the Sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist, and/or Confirmation to receive formation to be able to receive the Sacraments in the spring. Please talk to Fr. Pregana.

Pray for vocations from our parish
Congratulations to Brother Jordan Zajac, son of Peter and Judith Zajac, who will be ordained a priest of the Dominican congregation on May 23, 2020; and Jeremías Carranza who is in formation for the Permanent Deacon. Let us pray for them and all the vocations in our Church so that their hearts are filled with the Spirit of Wisdom for the proclamation of the Gospel and bear witness to the presence of the Lord among us.

O Father, you desire all of us to be happy . Stir up the grace of a religious vocation in the hearts of many men and women.
Grant to them the willingness and generosity to give of themselves, their lives, their time and their talents to the service of Jesus Christ, Your Son, Our Lord and Savior, and to His Holy Church.
May more men and women go forth as priests, deacons, brothers and sisters to bring the truths of our Catholic faith to all others so that soon they, too, may know You better and love You more… and serving You, be truly happy . Amen.

Permanent Diaconate
Jeremías Carranza from our Parish , is applying to be a permanent deacon in our Diocese. If you are aware of any reason why he should not be deacon, please call Rev. Robert A. Oliveira or Deacon Frank Lucca at the Permanent Diaconate Office (508-990-0341).

Permanent Diaconate
Jeremias Carranza began the formation process to be Permanent Deacon in the Catholic Church. Jeremiah along with 16 other participants is receiving a retreat this weekend before his official incorporation into the diaconate classes. His wife Hisella is serving as part of the retirement preparation team. Let's keep Jeremias and Hisella in our prayers during this time of formation.

Pope Francis Place Needs Us
As part of your New Year's resolutions it would be nice to spend a little of your time supporting our charity center Pope Francis Place . We need volunteers, no matter if you are male or female, you only need the will and spirit of service. Please contact the parish office.

Pope Francis Place donations
We are in urgent need of coats and clothes for the Fall/Winter season. What can you donate? Winter clothes for the whole family ( men , women , children), sleeping bags , winter shoes, baby items . Other things needed: household items in general (pots and pans, plates, etc.) and furniture. Donations can be dropped off at the rectory. (Please don’t leave things outside of PFP or the City will fine us!) Thank you!

Faith Formation News
To all parents of children and youth of the Faith Formation program who will receive the First Communion and Confirmation Sacraments in Spring, we need to have all the necessary documentation before your child can do the sacrament in April . Please provide copies of baptism or First Communion certificates to the parish office as appropriate as soon as possible. Thank you.

Faith Formation Registration
During all Masses. Registrations sheets for faith formation and CHOSEN in the Church entrance.
On-line: www.guadalupenewbedford.com/faith-formationcatequesis

Faith Formation Dates
CHOSEN~Confirmación, Sundays, 9:00 Mass followed by the session in the Parish Hall until 11:15 AM.
Wednesday Sessions, 5:00-6:15 PM, Saint James-Saint John School, 180 Orchard Street.

Soccer
Join us at the OLG Children Soccer League tournament. Starting Sunday, September 29, 3:00 PM, Roosevelt Middle School. Thank you all for your support for the children’s soccer team uniforms. To date we have received a total of $ 825 for the newly formed 4 teams. If your child is 8 to 12 years old, you can be part of our teams. Contact our coaches: David Rivas, Santiago Ayala, Elmer Portillo and Mario Herrera.

Notice
Speed bumps have been installed at the entrance of the parish parking lot. Please take precautions when entering or leaving the Church there may be children crossing. Thank you.

"Eden" Crew
Thanks to the Eden Ministry team for the cleaning and maintenance of the parish grounds. Those interested in joining the Eden Ministry should speak with Freddy Carranza, Roberto Ayala, Elmer Portillo or other members of the group . Thank you!

Our Parish App
Our Lady Of Guadalupe Parish is excited to announce our own parish app which you can download on both Apple & Android phones. We hope it fosters a stronger sense of community and faith. Our Lady Of Guadalupe Parish will be able to communicate with all parishioners via messages & notifications to keep you in the loop with what is going on in our church . Other features will include: daily Mass readings; Catholic news from around the world , an easy-to-reference list of Catholic prayers; a helpful examination of conscience; a reminder feature called “Mass Mode,” for Mass and confession. This includes phone silencing notification to help encourage us all to be more present while at Our Lady Of Guadalupe Parish.
Download the app and give it a try! Text App to 88202 to download our parish app

PROTECTION OF CHILDREN
The parish is grateful to Jaime and Yanet Lopez for coordinating our parish efforts for providing a safe environment for our children. Jaime and Yanet will coordinate the CORI and Safe Environment Training for all parish volunteers.

Safe Enviroment Training
Every volunteer and employee in the parish who works with children, are required to participate in the Safe Environment Training found online at: https://fallriver.cmgconnect.org
The volunteer must complete the registration from any device ( cell phone , computer or tablet) with Internet access . Once completed , print the certificate and provide it to the parish. Then, they must complete a CORI Acknowledgement Form and provide a copy of a valid driver’s license or valid photo ID and a clear copy of the ID must accompany the CORI Acknowledgement Form .
Any questions call the rectory.

New Lectors and Eucharistic Ministers
We are looking for new lectors and Eucharistic ministers to serve at Mass . Please consider your gift of time and talent to the parish. Serving at the liturgy is a great way to make a return to the Lord for all the good we receive !

Low Gluten Host
To all parishioners who are on a low-gluten diet , we have low gluten hosts for communion. Those who wish, please talk with Father Pregana.

Youth Choir
Phil Pereira invites all the young people of the parish who want to join the choir for the 9:00AM Mass the rehearsals are on Mondays in the Church at 5:30 PM.

Faith Formation
Our parish faith formation program has been directed by Tim Mitchell for the past 11 years. This fall Tim decided to retire as Director. The parish is extremely grateful to him for all he has done with forming the young people of the parish. He guided them from kindergarten through First Communion to Confirmation and we are so thankful for all the dedication and self-sacrifice that he invested in this ministry. He will continue in the other ministries as Lector and Eucharistic Minister. Please join me in thanking Tim for his service to the parish!
Three parishioners have stepped forward to help coordinate the program: Yaitza Mojica-Rodriguez (Wednesday afternoons); Angelly Jovel (Saturday nights); Rachel Jupin (Sunday mornings). Thanks to them for their time and dedication in the important ministry of forming our young people in the faith! If you would like to offer your time to help form our young people, please talk to one of them, or to Fr. Pregana.

Faith Formation Teachers
Consider to say “yes” to the Lord by sharing your faith with the next generation of Catholics! We are in need of 6th grade teachers. Speak to Father Pregana.

Closet cleaning
If you’re one who organizes their closet in the Spring, please consider donating clothes that you haven’t worn in a while! Pope Francis Place could use clothes, especially for the fall and winter. Donations should be brought to the side door at church. Thanks for doing some fall organizing!

Pope Francis Place visits
Pope Francis Place visits: Our charity center Pope Francis Place has registered a total of 8,751 visits in 2019. Thank you to all volunteers for their hard work and donors for their support in continuing to help needy families in the community.

Notice
Just a reminder that donations to Pope Francis Place should be brought when it is open, or to the Church when it is closed. Please do not leave ítems outside the building.

Schedule Pope Francis Place
Pope Francis Place presents a new program from August 8 due to the needs in our community.
Mondays: 10AM—12:30 PM
                  Tues & Wed: 10AM-12:30 PM, 6PM-7:30PM
                  Fri: 6PM-7:30PM
                  Sat: 10AM-12:30 PM

Baptism
We welcome a new members of our parish who received the sacrament of Baptism last weekend: Matthew D'Alessandro Carranza.

Congratulations!
Congratulations to the newlyweds Meylin Dubon & Edgar Navarro. May God bless your marriage and your family!

Marriage
Couples who are planning to marry should contact Father Pregana no less than 6 months prior to the desired date. In addition, fulfill the requirements of attending Marriage Preparation classes, provide certificates of Baptism, and other requirements that will be explained during the first appointment.

Do you want to be Catholic? Now is the time!
The sessions for the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults has begun for those who wish to receive the Sacraments of Initiation in the spring. We welcome any adult (18+) who wishes to prepare for the Sacraments of Baptism, Communion and / or Confirmation. Please talk to Father Pregana.

Lectors
The parish invites new Lectors to speak to Fr. Pregana for the next training session. Lend your voice to proclaim God’s word!

Cookbook Committee
We are looking for members to lead the new Cookbook Committee. After 30 years since the last printed version, let us celebrate our united Parish family with our favorite recipes. All interested call Jane Paul 508-971-9824.

Second Collection: Fuel Assistance.Thank you for your generosity.

OLG Scholarship
Consider helping a child receive a catholic education at our parish School St. James St. John by making a donation to the Our Lady of Guadalupe Scholarship Program. Let’s share the faith with the next generation!

Funeral
Keep in your prayer the soul of Rachel Jupin. May his soul and all departed rest in peace.

Visits to sick
Our Pastoral Care of the Sick visits the catholic residents at the Jewish Nursing Home each Sunday morning to distribute communion. If you are interested in joining the ministry, please talk to Rosa Maria Rivas or Fr. Pregana.

Faith Formation General Information
Sacramental years: Communion or Confirmation They are required to participate in the two-year formation, which means that children attending Catholic School must attend the parish formation in Grade 2 (Communion) and Grade 8 (Confirmation).

Registrations
St James-St John School is now accepting registrations for the 2019-2020 school year for grades Preschool 3 through Grade 8. We offer a rigorous academic program rooted in gospel values. Our program also offers weekly classes in art, music, foreign language, technology, Physical education. In addition we offer before and after school extended care, a full-time nurse, peer tutoring, hot lunch program in a welcoming family atmosphere. We are an accredited institution by NEASC. Need based scholarship funds can be applied for through the FACE Scholarship Fund. Please contact the principal Cristina Viveiros-Serra at principal@sjsjschool.com for more information or (508)996-0534 www.sjsjschool.com

Landscaping & Clean up
Thanks to the group "Eden" which cares for the lawns and gardens around the parish. Recently, they pruned the great tree in the middle of the property and it looks great now. They also are installing a new decorative fence near the forsythia garden. On Saturday, a group of men from the parish cleaned the brush from our parking lot on County Street. Thanks to all for your efforts to maintain our parish property!
If you’d like to lend a hand with the parish property, talk to Roberto Ayala, Elmer Portillo, or call the parish office. Your parish grounds look great!

Budget Envelopes vs. eGiving
Through the budget envelope company, the parish has arranged for online donations, an easy and economical way for your weekly offering. It’s easy to sign up using your current budget envelope number. For more information, visit the parish website.

Marriage Preparation
Those couples preparing to celebrate the Sacrament of Marriage should schedule their Marriage Prep sessions online at the Diocesan website: http://www.fallriverfaithformation.org/marriage/marriage-prep

Memorial Bequests
Those who wish to make a bequest to the parish may do so while living or through their will. The bequest is free to estate tax and can reduce the amount of your assets claimed by the government. A bequest can be a specific amount, a piece of property, a percentage of an estate, or the residue of an estate. Your lawyer or estate planer can best assist you in remembering your parish.

Church Cleaning & Care
Thanks to the groups who have taken responsibility to keep our church clean. Caring for God's house is our common effort, so thanks from the community!

Do you want to be Catholic?
Would you like to become part of the Church? Would you like to complete your Sacraments (Communion, Confirmation)? If so, you’re invited this fall to be part of the group who are preparing to receive the Sacraments at Easter. The sessions are held on Sundays at 10AM in the church hall. Please call the rectory, or talk to Juan and Margarita Ayala, to register. Make the decision this year!

Diocese & Community Related

Reading & Literacy Training

DACA
On September 5, 2017, the President's administration announced that the DACA program was going to end. However, on January 13, 2018, U.S. Citizenship and Inmigrations Services (USCIS) announced that due to a federal court order, "USCIS has resumed accepting request to renew a grant of deferred under DACA" until further notice.
You need to know:
1- People who have EVER had (or currently have) DACA are allowed to file requests for DACA;
2- People who had their DACA terminated will be able to file requests for DACA;
3- People who NEVER had DACA will not be able to request DACA.
It is unclear how long this policy will continue- it could change any time. Therefore, it is recommended that all eligible individuals who had or have DACA to speak with a inmigration attorney immediatly to fing out what their rights are regarding this change in policy.
Catholic Social Services of Fall River may be able to help you with your application for free.CSS represents people on their DACA cases at no cost and has helped over 200 people with their applications. This service is only available to those who have ever had or currently have DACA.
More information: Call Catholic Social Services, Fall River  (508) 674-4681

National NFP Awareness Week
JULY 19 - JULY 25, 2020
Live the truth and beauty of God's plan for married love! NFP Awareness Week is an annual campaign to celebrate and educate individuals and couples throughout the country about the gift NFP is to marriages and families. The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops develops a basic supportive materials. Please visit: http://www.usccb.org/issues-and-action/marriage-and-family/natural-family-planning/nfp-distance-learning.cfm

IX Hispanic Pilgrimage in New England- Virtual Event/ Saturday August 22, 2020
Prayer, formation, music, and great keynotes. More information: 508-675-6533 ext. 6533.

Health and Wellness
The Catholic Schools Office is pleased to launch a Health and Wellness section on the Catholic School's website. Please check this site often as we add more information about maintaining the health and safety of our students in our schools.
https://www.catholicschoolsalliance.org/health-and-wellness/

Catholic Teaching on the Environment
This easily digestible book brings together the writings of the Magisterium and the words of Sacred Scripture and offers prayers for creation and in praise of the Creator. store.usccb.org

Open Wide Our Hearts:The Enduring Call to Love
The Catholic bishops of the United States invite the reader to recognize the ways in which the evil of racism profoundly impacts the lives of many people in the United States. store.usccb.org

FACE
FACE financial aid deadline is on  February 28, 2020. If you are planning on applying, please do so as soon as possible. The website is https://online.factsmgt.com/signin. They are asking for your W-2's and tax forms, and they will probably not be done by the deadline, but the application needs to be filled out, and the needed forms can be uploaded later.  Late applications will not be accepted! If you have any questions, please contact Mrs Brady at the school, and she will be able to help you. sbrady@sjsjschool.com

Hope and Opportunity Initiative
The Foundation to Advance Catholic Education (FACE) and Diocese of Fall River Catholic Schools are excited to announce The Catholic School’s Hope and Opportunity Initiative. This Initiative will provide 100 scholarships for up to $2000 per student for the 2020-21 school year to new low-income K-8 students in Fall River, Taunton, and the Greater New Bedford Area Catholic Schools. If you, or someone you know, wants to send their child(ren) to a Catholic School please contact Sarah Heaton at (508)678-2828 or sheaton@CatholicSA.org.

Bishop da Cunha’s new blog
Did you know that Bishop da Cunha launched a blog called “Building Faith?” That’s right! With the intent of sharing regularly with the faithful of the Diocese in an easy and increasingly popular way, Bishop da Cunha hopes to post each week on a variety of topics of interest to our community of faith. Read Bishop da Cunha’s blog at  www.fallriverdiocese.org/bishops-blog/

The Emmaus Ministry for Grieving Parents
The Emmaus Ministry for Grieving Parents in partneship with the Archidiocese of Boston is serving spiritual needs of parents whose children of any age have died by any cause, no matter how long. They offer one-hour, one-day and weekend spritual retreats. For more information: www.emfgp.org.

Can you say yes?
Sister Rose Shelter is in need of volunteers for its Extre Weather Emergency Overflow Shleter house beginning in November. Orientation is provided and you can sign up as yourself or as a group. Contact Robin Muise 774-553-5990 or muiserobin@comcast.net

Job Opportunity
FM&M, a cleaning company, is looking for good custodial workers in the Rochester, Middleboro area. Contact Tatiana Tejedor at 617-272-5968.

Volunteer Couples
The Diocesan Mariage Preparation program needs more team couples (age is not a consideration). The meets are held in three locations: Mansfield, Dartmouth and Dennisport on Cape Cod. More information: bbonneau@dfrcs.org or 508-678-2828 ext. 13.

Project Rachel
If you are hurting from a past abortion experience,does not matter is you are women o men, Project Rachel can help. Rachel is a private, confidential and sensitive service that will refer you to a priest and/or counselor with special training. Call 1-508-997-3300 or pla@plrachel.com

Hospice Volunteer
Beacon Hospice in Fall River is looking for caring and compassionate individuals to spend time with their patients. In addition they also utilize volunteers to make memory boards and blankets. If you want to make a difference please contact Erin Hassel at 508-324-1900 ext. 108 or erin.hassell@amedisys.com with any questions.

Eucharist Minister
Sacred Heart Home in New Bedford needs volunteers as Extraordinary Minister of the Eucharist on Sunday, Monday and Friday. If you feel called to help in this important ministry, please contact Pauline C. Gates, Director of Pastoral Care at 508-336-6751, ext 1124.

Local Volunteer Hospice
Beacon Hospice seeks local volunteers for quality end-of-life care to local terminally-ill patients out of its Fall River office. There are so many ways to be a volunteer like visiting patients on an ongoing basis, sitting vigil, knitting blankets, chart of life for our dementia patients, etc...Interested? Contact Erin Hassell, Volunteerr Coordinator, 508-324-1900 ext. 108 or erin.hassell@amedisys.com

Sacred Heart Home
Do you feel God asking you to do something more for him? One way to help in his Vineyard would be to volunteer as an Extraordinary Minister of the Eucharist. Our need, at the present time, is for Sunday and Monday mornings. If you feel called to help, please contact Pauline  C. Gates, 508-996-6751 ext 124.

Hospice Volunteer
Kindred Hospice is seeking volunteers to care for patients in facilities and homes throughout Massachusetts. Volunteers can choose where, when and how to give their time. They offer in-person trainings and orientations to fit busy schedules. For more information, contact Cynthia Dynan at 508-672-0580

Knitting for a good cause
Your homemade blankets could bring warnth, confort and cheer to terminally ill Veterants patients. Any size, red, white and blue is greatly appreciated. Contact Erin Hassell, Volunteerr Coordinator, 508-324-1900 ext. 108 or erin.hassell@amedisys.com

Retrouvaille
A program to help couples heal and renew their marriages. If you feel lost, alone, or bored in your marriage; if you are constantly fighting, or simply “shut down”; if you are considering separation or divorce, Retrouvaille provides marriage help! For more information call: 1-800-470-2230, or visit: www.HelpOurMarriage.com

Retreats:
- Click here for more retreats at LaSalette
Prayer Groups (English)
- Disciples with Mary: Saturdays at 9AM in the Chapel. Join us!

Our Lady of
Guadalupe Parish at St. James Church

233 County Street New Bedford, MA 02740

This Sunday's Bulletin (english)

18^o Sunday Ordinary Time
Week of Aug 2, 2020

Mass Intentions this week

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This Sunday's Bulletin (english)

18o Sunday Ordinary Time Week of Aug 2, 2020

Mass Intentions this week

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Parish Related

Diocese & Community Related

18^o Sunday Ordinary Time
Week of Aug 2, 2020