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The Baptisms are on the last Sunday of each month.
For special days, talk directly with Father.

 
 

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

Winter reminder
The daily Mass is cancelled if school is cancelled due to snow. The Sunday Masses are never cancelled.

There will be no Mass on Monday, January 21 and the parish office will be closed due to the holiday of Martin Luther King.
 
March for Life! 
When life begins and the stages of prenatal development are scientific facts. Humanity – and our uniqueness as individuals – begins at day one, at fertilization. Life, in its most vulnerable form, should be protected.  March for life was born on Washington, D.C. to call attention to the Roe v. Wade, a landmark decision issued in 1973 by the US Supreme Court decriminalizing abortion. The march, whose stated mission is to "End abortion by uniting, educating, and mobilizing pro-life people in the public square", advocates for overturning Roe v. Wade. Our parish will spiritually accompany those who are participating in this year’s March for Life! in Washington, DC.
On January 18 The Knights of Columbus—McMahon Council invites everyone to join in our parish March for Life from our church to the Chapel downtown beginning at 6 PM. All are invited to join in taking a stand for life!

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!  Talk to Fr. Pregana.

New Ministers Schedule
To all Ministers and Lectors the new schedule that will begin in Lent is in preparation if you want a change, please talk with Father Pregana.

Thank you all those who helped remove the Christmas decorations of the Church during this week, as well as those who have donated ornaments for next Christmas!.
 
Thanks to the group of parishioners who offered their time to collect the donation of chairs and chandeliers that gave us a closed church.
 
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.
 
Update of Gabriella
Thank you so much! to all for your prayers for the health of Gabriella Rivas. The Rivas family appreciates all the support received in these difficult times. Gabby is in recovery. Let's keep praying for Gabby and her family. Thank you!.

Rica
The sessions for the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults have 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.
 
Catholic Schools Week Mass
On Sunday, January 27 we will welcome the children and families from St. James St. John School to the 9:00 Mass to celebrate Catholic Schools Week.  Please join St. James St. John School for our Catholic Schools Week Open House on Tuesday, Jan 29 ^th from 6:00-8:00 PM. We’re blessed to have a parish school to pass on the faith to the next generation!

Catholic Schools Week
The Greater New Bedford Catholic Schools “Celebrates the Beauty of Every Child” by providing an educational culture that helps students from across the academic spectrum reach their God-given potential. With an emphasis on service and respect for the dignity of every person, we prepare students to meet the challenges of today's diverse world and become meaningful contributors to society. We invite you to visit our schools and experience our intimate environment where students feel safe, welcomed and loved — and form friendships that last a lifetime. Please join us for our Catholic Schools Week Open House at St. James St. John School on Tuesday, Jan 29^th from 6:00-8:00 PM. We look forward to meeting you and learning about the beauty you will bring to our school community!
 
Parish Council will have their meeting on Sunday, January 27 at 6:00 PM in the Conference Room.

Prayer for the Sick
All are invited on Monday January 28 to the 7:00 PM Mass which will be offered for the sick. Following Mass, the Blessed Sacrament will be exposed and the Sacrament of the Sick will be offered.

Notice
Starting November 1st there will be no Mass on Wednesdays. For your convenience there are nearby parishes that have morning Mass that day: Our Lady of Mount Carmel at 8:00 AM, Our Lady of the Assumption at 8:00 AM, St. Francis of Assisi at 8:00 AM, St. Lawrence at 7:00 AM and St. Julie Billiart at 9:00 AM.

Youth Choir
Phil Pereira invites all the young people of the parish who want to join the choir at the 9:00AM Mass to the rehearsals starting 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 News
Sessions Levels k-7: Classes will resume on Jan 23.
CHOSEN (Confirmation), Gr 8 & 9:  Sessions will resume on Jan 20.

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 fall, 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
Our parish center for charity needs your help!  Pope Francis Place needs 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!

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. 

Pope Francis Place
Our charity center Pope Francis Place is in the stage of changes. We give thanks to Rosemary Sousa who did a great job in leading the Center and who continues to collaborate with us. We welcome Berta Herrera, another generous member of the community, recognized for her spirit of cooperation in the Parish. We continue working for the needy always caring the words of Pope Francis: "Faith without solidarity is a faith without Christ, a faith without God, a faith without brothers".

Schedule Pope Francis Place
Pope Francis Place presents a new program from August 8 due to the needs in our community.
                  Mondays: 10AM—1PM
                  Tues & Wed: 10AM-1PM, 6PM-7:30PM
                  Fri:  6PM-7:30PM
                  Sat: 10AM-12

Baptism
We welcome a new members of our parish who received the sacrament of Baptism last Sunday: Lucian James Morris and Angel Josue Mejia.

Congratulations!
Congratulations to the newlyweds Fernando & Cristina Serra. 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: The second collection this week is to help with Catholic Communications Campaign. Thank you!

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!

Funerals
Keep in your prayers the souls of  Antone Oliver and Jeffrey Nunes. May their souls 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 2018-2019 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 Raposo 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!