MISSION STATEMENT

We the people of St. Denis Parish, recognize our call to grow as a faith community. Accepting the privilege and challenge of this call:

• We celebrate our life of faith through parish liturgy with full participation of the laity;
• We endeavor to respond, in a Christ-like way, to the needs of all by living the message of the Gospel through a variety of outreach programs;
• We teach the message of the Gospel throughout life's stages of childhood, adolescence, young adulthood and maturity;
• We pray for God's guidance and strength as we progress on our journey of faith.

WeShare

St. Denis Parish ONLINE GIVING

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Ascension of the Lord is a Holy Day of Obligation
Ascension Thursday, May 17
Masses:
Wednesday, May 16, 7:00 pm
Thursday, May 17, 9:00 am

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

1. If you have not registered for the 2012/2013 Religious Education classes, please do so as soon as possible.

2. Catechists are necessary as they teach our children the basics of our religion - please consider being a role model for our young people!

3. Tuesday, May 15, 7:00 pm, there will be a meeting re Consultation for Archdiocesan Planning in the Church Hall.

4. Ascension of the Lord is Thursday, May 17 Masses: Wednesday, 7:00 pm and Thursday, 9:00 am.

5. On Line Giving "WeShare" is now in the process of being initiated. On Sunday, May 20, you may view this way of donating on our parish web site. Please see more detailed information regarding this form of giving in the bulletin. This is a secure and personalized way of giving to your parish. Online giving can stand on its own as a means of donation or can be used in conjunction with your offering envelopes.

6. Saturday Mass has changed to 4:30 pm and will remain at that time throughout the year.

7. The summer Mass schedule will begin on July 1 through September 2: Saturday 4:30 pm and Sunday 7:30 am and 10:00 am.

8. Parish Pastoral Council and Finance Council Wrap-up Meeting re Consultation for Archdiocesan Planning Tuesday, May 29, 7:30 pm in the Rectory Conference Room.

MAY CALENDAR

Mary Campion: marycampion1@verizon.net
Kathy Burton: kathyaburton@verizon.net

Congratulations
to all who received First Communion on
Saturday, May 5 , 2012 and
Sunday, May 6, 2012

Check out video resources on the Internet!

Registrations
Important Announcement:
All children who will be part of the religious education program in 2012-2013 should be registered at the present time. Both First Eucharist and Confirmation are 2 year programs. Please make our planning process smoother at all grade levels by submitting your registration to the office today if you haven’t already. Forms are available in the blue box outside the religious education office door.
First Eucharist is a 2 year preparation program so if you have a child entering Grade 1 this coming Fall, please register now. To get a form call Kathy at 781-326-2335 x19, email kathyaburton@verizon.net or pick one up from the bin outside the CCD office which is accessible 24/7.

Confirmation is a 2 year Program meeting Sunday nights in the all at 7 pm. Catholic school students in Grade 9 do register as well. All will receive guidelines over the summer.

SPREAD HIS WORD!
BE A CATECHIST

The young people at St. Denis are wonderful. They are a joy to work with. We have opportunities for catechists at all grade levels. Kathy and Mary would very much like to have all the groups set by the end of the school year in June. At the present time we do not have enough catechists to run
the program. Please discern if God is calling you to be a catechist and contact the Religious Education Office for more information 781-326-2335.

RESOURCES:

Partners in Faith May Newsletter for Parents

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Archdiocesan Pastoral Consultation Meetings

Last December the Archdiocese entered a process for planning for the future. During these past several months extensive meetings for consultation have occurred throughout the Archdiocese. Cardinal Sean wants to hear from every member of the Archdiocese. He has requested that everyparish conduct town meetings to provide input into the planning process.
Saint Denis Parish had a meeting on Wednesday, May9 and a second meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 15, at 7:00 PM in the parish hall. Members of the Finance Council and Parish Pastoral Council will be present.
To prepare for these meetings there is "Consultation Homework". This form is at the entrances of the Church. Additional information is available on the web site www.planning2012.com please consult this web site. You may also send your info directly to the Archdiocese via the web site. Saint Denis Parish and Saint Margaret Mary will join together for this process.
It is essential to remember that there is no discussion regarding the closing or merger of pari hes. Also, this is at proposal stage. Your input is necessary.
Please plan to participate in one of the parish meetings.