BECOME A SAINT
(In Less than an Hour)
We still have several of Fr. James Martin’s best selling books for sale. My Life With the Saints and A Jesuit Off-Broadway have been listed as the “Best Books of the Year” by Publishers Weekly. The cost is $22.95 each or 2 for $40.00. Stop by the parish center if you would like to purchase one or both. Posted 082408

FAMILY COMMUNION BREAKFAST
Sponsored by the Scituate Catholic Men’s Club
· When: Sunday, September 28 after the 8:30 am Mass
· Where: St. Mary’s Parish Center
· Breakfast being catered by the Red Lion Inn
· Speaker being confirmed
· Families young and old should attend for a great breakfast and an inspiring message.
· Tickets will be on sale after all Masses, September 14 & 15 and 21 & 22.
· Suggested family donation: $15.00

200th anniversary mass, cookout, more
FOOD FOR THE SOUL as well as your stomach! Come join us at the Archdiocesan 200th Anniversary Celebration at Sacred Heart High School in Kingston, MA on September 28. Festivities begin at 1:00 pm, and include an uplifting Family Mass, to be followed by games, activities, and a cook-out (including dessert)!

help wanted

RENEW
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Insert, week of August 24
Are you wondering about our new program? Would you like to be a small group leader for the 6-week sessions? Would you like to be part of a faith sharing community that meets for 6 weeks twice a year to deepen their faith and relationships with other Catholics? Please call Jane Kuklis at 781-545-3335 ext. 212. Renew Arise Meeting will take place on Wednesday, September 10 at 7:00 pm in the Parish Center.

PRO-LIFE EDUCATIONAL BOOTH
at the Marshfield Fair
August 15 to 24, 2008
We are seeking volunteers to help man the booth at the fair. There will be three 3 hour shifts from 12 noon to 9 pm on weekdays and one extra 2 hour shift from 10 am to 12 noon (in addition to the three 3 hour shifts) on Saturday and Sundays. We need two people there for each shift. Volunteers will get free admission to the Fair. For details and to sign up for this great activity, call Trudy Murphy at 781-337-2354. If you call now, you will have your choice of time slots.

CALLING CARDS FOR SOLDIERS IN IRAQ
I have been collecting $10 calling cards for my son, Spc. Matthew Paulin and his unit FBtry, 109th FA from PA for the past year. Each soldier received a calling card with their name on it and a small token for the holidays so they could call home. Matthew returned home October 14, 2006. Over 400 cards were sent to his unit. Since Matthew and his unit are home safely, it’s time for me to adopt another unit and continue my mission.
If you are interested, please call Allison Voelger at 781-545-6730, or you can email me at av_mv_jv@hotmail.com. Calling Cards can be purchased at Walmart or grocery stores. Thank you for your support.

parish bulletin board

Parish Grand Annual collection
August 23 & 24 is the third and final phase of the Parish Grand Annual Collection. Thank you to the Parishioners who have responded so generously. Your personal financial support is needed and valued in our commitment to “serve the Lord and each other.” Envelopes are available at the entrances of the church and chapel.

special collection
Little Sisters of the Poor: August 30 & 31, the Little Sisters of the Poor will be visiting our Parish. One of the Sisters will say a few words after Communion and then they will stand at the doors of the church to receive your offering. The Little Sisters are an international Religious Congregation whose only mission in the Church is to care for the elderly poor in homes where love, respect and compassionate care until death are offered to the elderly. The Little Sisters have been serving the elderly poor of Massachusetts for the past 137 years. They do not receive help from the diocese, but count on God through the goodness of the people to sustain this mission in the Church and our Diocese. The Little Sisters are grateful to each of you for whatever you are able to do for them.

New space at Saint Mary Cemetery
Saint Mary of the Nativity Parish, Scituate
Proudly announces NEW space at Saint Mary Cemetery
The Sacred Heart Section
Anticipated availability is: November 1, 2008
PRE-CONSTRUCTION Sales are now available
At 20% reduction of permanent price.
Sale price available for only a short period
Until September 1

Grave site includes:
Double depth (for two interments)
Lawn Crypts for two
Please call Amy Webber, Cemetery Superintendent
at 781-545-3335 ext. 214 for details.

Catholic men's club
Next meeting is tentatively scheduled for Sept. 13 as we return to a Wednesday night format for the fall.

Attention Future Altar Servers
Any boy or girl in grade 4 or above interested in becoming an altar server should call Stephanie Whelan in the Parish Office, 545-3335, or email swhelan@stmaryscituate.org by September 1. Training and informational meetings will take place during the month of September. Assisting at Mass is a unique opportunity for our young parishioners to become better Catholics and to grow in their faith as they grow in their life. Requirements to become an altar server include
· knowledge of the mass,
· weekly attendance at mass,
· willing, attentive and active participants in the mass
· a commitment to the ministry if you choose to join.

CONVERTS, REVERTS, RCIA ALUMNI
We want to keep in touch (or get back in touch) with you! We want your feedback about life in St. Mary's and we have ideas about programs involving recent (or not so recent) converts or folks who have come back to the church. If you came into the church through St. Mary's RCIA program (or a similar adult initiation program here or elsewhere), please call Jane Kuklis at 781-545-3335 ext. 212 or send an e-mail to jkuklis@stmaryscituate.org with your contact information. Thanks!  Posted 081708

sign up for Cardinal Sean's weekly email
We encourage all parishioners to subscribe to a new “Weekly Email from Cardinal Seán.” The email includes special messages from the Cardinal, content from Cardinal Seán’s Blog, official press releases from the Archdiocese, and links to current stories from The Pilot, new programs from Catholic TV, resources for Mass & Prayer, a calendar of upcoming events around the
Archdiocese and other helpful information to deepen Catholic faith life. The Cardinal hopes that every Catholic in the Archdiocese with an email account will sign up for this weekly email. For more information or to signup, please see www.Boston200.org. Posted 061508

sacraments

ALREADY MARRIED? WHAT A DIFFERENCE A WEEKEND CAN MAKE.
Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekends in New England are September 19 - 21 and October 17 - 19. For more information, call Ray & Beth Ginepro at 800-710-WWME or visit webpage at www.wwmeMA.org.

“The kingdom of heaven may be likened to a man who sowed good seed in his field. While everyone was asleep his enemy came and sowed weeds all through the wheat…” Let Worldwide Marriage Encounter help protect your good marriage from the weeds of the modern world.

MASS INTENTIONS, PRAY-FOR LIST, AND NAMES OF THE RECENTLY DEPARTED
Find these in this week's bulletin. 

Thank you!

THANK YOU FROM FR. DAN'S FAMILY
It is with heartfelt gratitude that we write to the parishioners and staff of St. Mary’s for a wonderful memorial to our son Danny last Sunday. The liturgy, the music and the turnout was a most amazing and loving tribute to him. Danny always felt truly blessed with his assignment there. He loved the people of the parish and the beautiful setting of Scituate so very much and it gave him great pleasure to pass that experience along to his friend and brother in Christ, Fr. Matt Westcott. Father Brian Manning has been an inspirational influence in Danny’s life and provided the guidance he needed as a seminarian and deacon, but it was his friendship that meant the most to Danny. We hope you continue to receive and recognize God’s blessings. Pray for us, pray for Father Daniel Kennedy and please pray for vocations.
Sincerely, The Kennedy Family

thank you CCD teachers
We would like to thank all the volunteer teachers who gave of their time and faith to our children. Without you our program could not grow and reach so many families. We know you will be blessed for all that you have given! Have a wonderful and peaceful summer!

prayer and liturgy

Holy day of obligation
August 15 is the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary which is a Holy Day of Obligation. Masses will be Thursday, August 14 at 7:00 pm (Vigil Mass), Friday, August 15 at 7:30 & 9:00 am and 4:00 pm. Sign-up sheets for Lay Ministers are posted in the vestibule of the church for these Holy Day  Masses. Thank you.

The Vocation Cross Program
The Vocation Cross is available for any and all parishioners interested in praying for an increase in religious vocations. To reserve the cross for one week, please sign the sheet at the entrance of the church.
The Vocation Committee Posted 082408

R.C.I.A
(Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults)
Our Parish has a very active R.C.I.A. program, which meets weekly beginning each fall. Those adults who have not been baptized in the Catholic Church or those who have been baptized but never received the sacraments of Eucharist and/or Confirmation are instructed and welcomed into the practice of the faith within a community of believers. Please call Jane Kuklis at 545-3335 ext. 212 for further details. Our team of dedicated parishioners are here waiting to walk this faith journey with you. You are in the prayers of the entire parish!

RCIA classes begin on Sunday, September 14 at 7:30
pm in the Parish Center.  Posted 082408

RENEW
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Insert, week of August 24
What is ARISE: Together in Christ?· ARISE is a three year parish centered process of spiritual renewal and evangelization.· ARISE has been designed specifically for the Archdiocese of Boston by RENEW International.
How will ARISE: Together in Christ help this parish? ARISE enables people:
· to deepen their faith
· develop a closer relationship with Christ
· grow in community
· reach out in service to others.
Why are all parishes in the Archdiocese asked to participate in ARISE: Together in Christ?

Cardinal Séan O’Malley has invited all Catholics of the Archdiocese of Boston to come together:
· to form a renewed community of faith,
· to welcome back those who may have been distanced from the Church,
· to spread the good News through active commitment to charity and justice.
For questions or more information, please call Jane at
781-545-3335 x 212.RENEW will begin in October '08. Posted 082408

ANNUAL CATHOLIC APPEAL
August 17 update:  Thank you to all supporters of the 2008 Catholic Appeal.
Our parish has raised $41,673 from 135 households, reaching 83% of our parish goal of $50,500. If you have not yet pledged, please consider a gift today and help us meet our goal. Remember, our parish will receive 25% of all funds we raise above our goal. You can pick up information packets with pledge forms in the back of the church to be mailed in, or for more information please visit www.BostonCatholicAppeal.com or call 617-779-3700.
Every gift matters. Thank you.

FRIDAY, September 6 IS FIRST FRIDAY
Friday, September 6th is First Friday. Adoration & Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament will take place in  the chapel immediately following the 7:30 am Mass and will continue throughout the day ending with Evening Prayer at 4:45 pm.

First Fridays are a devotional practice honoring the Sacred Heart of Jesus in which members of the Church observe the first Friday of each month by receiving Holy Communion. According to promises, which it is claimed Jesus made to St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, those who follow this practice for nine consecutive months will be granted special graces such as final perseverance in faith and the consolation of Christ’s love in their final hour. Adoration and Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament will follow the 7:30 am Mass and end with Evening Prayer and Benediction at 4:45 pm.

RECITATION OF THE ROSARY
The Rosary is said every weekday morning after the 7:30 am Mass and also on Saturday after the 8:15 am Mass. On the First Saturday of every month after the 8:15 am Mass, the rosary is said in honor of Our Lady of Fatima.

offerings of interest

healing mass - Hanover
St. Mary of the Sacred Heart, Hanover, MA has a Mass and Healing Service on the last Tuesday of every month at 7:15 pm. Fr. Ed Serena will conduct the next service on August 26.

Healing Mass - Hingham
Tuesday, September 2, at St. Paul’s Church in Hingham Square at 7:30 pm. Father Palladino will be the Presider. Those who have serious illnesses or who are awaiting surgery may receive the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick. Others may come forward afterwards for the Laying On of the Hands for their own or others needs.

Healing Mass - Cohasset
Come to a Healing Service and Mass with Lay Evangelist, Frank Kelly, at St. Anthony Church, 10 Summer St., Cohasset, MA on Tuesday, September 9 at 7:00 pm. The Celebrant for the Mass will be Rev. John R. Mulvehill, Pastor. All are welcome.

CCP USA Golf Tournament
You are invited to be part of the Chernobyl Children Project Golf Classic at Granite Links Golf Club in Quincy, MA on Monday, August 25 at 1:00 pm. Shotgun Entry Fee of $250.00 per person includes greens fees, cart, range, souvenirs, prizes and an Awards Dinner. Hole in One chance for autos and cash. All funds go directly to Chernobyl Children Project USA, Inc. To sign up for the tournament as a player, sponsor or both please visit www.ccpusa.org Not a Golfer? Join us at 5:30 pm for Cocktails, Silent Auction and Dinner, followed by a Live Auction and Entertainment. Dinner Only tickets are available for $75.00.

serra club
As part of our parish Vocations effort all are invited to consider joining the newly-formed Serra Club of Boston. The Serra Club is an international Vocations-support effort located in hundreds of Dioceses throughout the world. Those interested should contact the Archdiocese of Boston Vocations Director, Fr. Daniel Hennessy at 617-746-5949 or www.serraboston.org Posted 082408

LIFE IN THE SPIRIT
“Let there be peace on earth and let it begin with me.” In our fast paced world, who wouldn’t wish for this? Have you ever thought “there has to be more to life?” The Holy Spirit, “giver of life” is our advocate, comforter and guide. Experience a new fullness of life through the Holy Spirit. God’s plan is so much greater than anything we could ask for. St. Mary of the Sacred Heart, Hanover will be having a Life in the Spirit Seminar beginning Tuesday, September 30, 2008 with a Mass at 7:15 pm, followed by an introductory talk and continues for 8 Tuesdays. For information, please call Barbara 781-826-4955 or Jim 781-829-0089.

Pilgrimage to Lourdes
150th Anniversary of Our Lady of Lourdes; Trip will include Lourdes, Paris, Nevers (St. Bernadette) September 15 - 22, 2008. Led by Fr. Ed Riley. For details, call Vi Corey at 781-326-6185. $2299.00.

MAGNIFICAT PILGRIMAGE OF HOPE OCTOBER 11 & 12 IN BOSTON
All are invited to attend the MAGNIFICAT PILGRIMAGE OF HOPE, a two-day renewal of faith celebrating the Archdiocese of Boston Bicentennial, on Saturday, October 11, and Sunday, October 12, in Boston. Pilgrimage of Hope attendees will hear from leading Catholic thinkers in 16 specialized sessions on a range of faith topics including: the Eucharist; the Scriptures; Lectio Divina; the saints; ancient Christian writers; sacred music and art; Catholic parenting; and the theological virtue of hope. Attendees will join together for two celebrations of the Holy Mass, prayers for the morning and evening, a Saturday evening concert, a Sunday brunch and a special presentation on the 150th Anniversary of Our Lady's apparition in Lourdes, France.

The Pilgrimage, to be held at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, is sponsored by MAGNIFICAT , the monthly Catholic prayer booklet and worship aid. Special guests will include Cardinal Seán O'Malley, O.F.M. Cap., as well the archbishops of Bordeaux and Toulouse, France.

For a full schedule, special group rates and to register, please visit www.PilgrimageofHope.com or call (914) 502-1840.

Some of our parishioners have shown an interest in attending the Magnificat Pilgrimage of Hope. A special group rate of $88 for the 2-day event is available for 10 or more people. If you would like to attend, please call the parish center (781-545-3335). We will take your name and number and have someone get back to you with the information.
Only 3 more people are needed for the group rate!

TELL US WHAT YOU THINK!
Cardinal Seán O’Malley has directed the Massachusetts Catholic Conference to present an initiative on the vocation of marriage. It is called “The Future Depends on Love.” As part of this initiative, educational material will be developed. What do you think marriage is all about? What do you want to see the Church in Massachusetts doing to educate and evangelize on this important topic? Fill out an online survey at:  www.MassCatholicMarriage.org/survey.

BRAIN ANEURYSM SUPPORT GROUP
The South Shore Support Group’s mission is to increase the awareness of brain aneurysms, to stress the importance of early detection, and to help survivors and their families during recovery. All meetings will be at the offices of the Norwell Visiting Nurse Association: 91 Longwater Circle, Norwell, MA. For further schedule information and directions, please contact Laurie Galvin 781 659-2342.

September 10 Facilitated Group Discussion NVNA
October 8 Endovascular Treatment Teresa Vanderboom NP of Aneurysms Mass General Hospital

For information on the South Shore Support Group, please contact Tom Quirk at 781-545-2300 or via email
or visit the Norwell Visiting Nurse Association’s website
To learn more about brain aneurysms, please visit the Brain Aneurysm Foundation’s website.

south shore hospital needs eucharistic ministers
Eucharistic Ministers needed at South Shore Hospital on a daily basis. South Shore Hospital serves a large Catholic patient population. The pastoral care department attempts to provide each patient with the opportunity of receiving the Eucharist on a daily basis. They have a number of faithful ministers who volunteer regularly but are in constant need of more. If you are interested in joining their team of ministers and being a representative of Christ to those in need,
please call Deacon Mattie @ 781-340-8589.

be a big brother
Big Brothers / Big Sisters of Massachusetts Bay is in need of volunteers. All it takes to be a Big Brother or Big Sister is a willingness to spend a couple of hours or so a few times a month for a year. It can make a huge difference in the life of a child. Those few hours can be spent doing whatever the Big and Little want to do - as simple as running errands, as routine as playing ball or flying a kite or as exciting as attending sports events. Most Bigs say it’s perhaps the most rewarding thing they've ever done, and it’s a lot of fun too. There is professional team of Match Advocates to provide support, advice and tickets or suggestions for enjoyable things to do. The need is now! Please consider the gift of your time to a child...a gift that will return to you ten-fold! For more information about becoming a Big Brother or Big Sister, contact Tina Clemens Houghton at 617-542-9090 or thoughton@bbbsmb.org.
Thank you.