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LISTENING SESSIONS
WITH BISHOP DA CUNHA

Come and share your hopes and dreams for our Church! Bishop da Cunha is hosting a series of Listening Sessions at different parish locations as part of the strategic planning process in the Diocese. Parishioners are invited to attend one of them to offer their thoughts on the process.
Sessions are scheduled as follows:
May 4 - Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish, New Bedford (in Spanish)
May 9 - St. Ann Parish, Raynham
May 11 - St. Mary Cathedral, Fall River (in Portuguese)
All sessions will take place from 6:30 to 8 p.m.

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JOURNEY TO IRELAND WITH FR. TOM

Fr. Tom will lead a 10-day journey to Ireland from October 1-12, 2018. The journey will include: Our Lady of Knock Shrine, Cliffs of Moher, Dingle Peninsula, Connemara, the cities of Galway, Killarney, Cork, and Dublin, Blarney Castle, and more. There will be lots of the beauty of Ireland, visits to holy places, stories, song, and all the things that make Ireland such a wonder to behold. All inclusive cost is $3,335.00.
Email: Fr. Tom ([email protected]) or call: (508.759.7777) for full information, and to register for this tour. To download the Information/Registration Form, click HERE.

ERIN GO BRAGH! As you know, the parish is sponsoring a journey to Ireland this coming October. I wanted to take a few moments today to say a few words about this trip and hope that you can join us on the journey.

As you may know, Ireland has so much to offer. It is a stunningly beautiful country. I’ll never forget the first time that I visited Ireland and as the plane was coming in for a landing and we dropped below the clouds, you immediately know why they call Ireland the Emerald Isle – the beautiful green landscape is breathtaking. We will visit some of the most beautiful areas of the country during our trip – including the Cliffs of Moher, Inch Beach, and the beautiful Dingle Peninsula.

It is also a tremendously historic place. It is well-known for its ancient castles, some of which we will tour (yes, including Blarney Castle!). Ireland also boasts even more ancient ruins like the Stone Age burial tombs at Newgrange, and the famous “bog men” – Iron Age mummified people that you can see in Dublin museums.

There is a wonderful history of Christianity there as well. Ireland has been a Christian country since the year 432 AD, and continues today to be one of the most Catholic nations. We will see sights that were important in the life of St. Patrick, as well as visit the Shrine of Our Lady of Knock, where the Blessed Mother appeared in 1879. We’ll also get a bit of the Franciscan flavor of Ireland as the Franciscans have been present in Ireland since 1229.

And of course, all along the way we’ll have wonderful food (Ireland has experienced something of a culinary revolution over the last decade or so), good drink, wonderful song, and a really wonderful time together.

As you know, the trip costs $3,335. This price includes everything but a few lunches along the way. I can tell you that this is a great price. The last time that I lead a group the cost was almost $1,000 more.

I promise that this will be the trip of a lifetime, and I hope you can join us. A deposit of $300 is due by the end of May to secure your place. Visit our parish website or talk to me for more information.

Peace, love,
and prayers,

Fr. Tom

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StM Reg School
  • Altar Servers

    Altar Servers

    If you have received your First Holy Communion you are eligible to serve. Please consider serving your church in this special role. Please email: Mrs. Tina Burgess ([email protected]). Thank you.
  • Welcome

    Welcome

    WE WELCOME INTO OUR PARISH FAMILY ...
    Amari Holley
    Henry Owen
    Alexandria Spencer Moore
    Genasis Christine Gumbs
    Ava Mc Millan
    Logan Cubellis
    Harrison Ace Matias
    Connor Joseph Estrella
    Isabella Rose Louise Coelho
    Julian Caradimos
    Jaelyn Auger
    Ava Virginia Howarth
    Ainsley Mae Chousa
    Brayden Fisher
    Daniel Robert Mc Cutcheon
    Dylan William-Capen Zander
    Ethan Everett Zander
    Maeve Mayberry
    Xavier Cardoza
    Tyrone Cardoza, Jr.
    Abigail Jane Boswinkel
    Jack Geoffrey Scotti
    Gregory James Hatchell
    Claire Kelly
    Marielle Kyle Lima Huffman
    Luke Ronayne
    Josephine Grace Floyd
    Elena Noelle Bunavicz
    Alessandra Hope Sielski
    Ainslee Faith Manduca
    Nicholas Rey Burgos
    Leonardo Antonio Carreira
    Morgan Fay Dana McCoy
    and WE EXTEND CONGRATULATIONS TO THEIR FAMILIES!
  • Eucharistic

    Eucharistic

    Extraordinary Eucharistic Ministers help the priest distribute the Precious Body and Blood of Christ during the Liturgy of the Eucharist.
    Our Eucharistic Minister Training Program takes place on the first Tuesday of the month from 6 – 7PM at St. Margaret Church. If you are planning on attending please call the Rectory Office and leave your name and phone number. Thank you.
  • Readers

    Readers

  • Music

    Music

    Please call: Marianne Oien (508.725.4206), email: ([email protected]) or email: Wendy Herren, Director of Music at ([email protected]).
  • Memorials

    Memorials

    MEMORIALS
    The TABERNACLE LAMP at St. Margaret’s the week of April 22nd is for Ernesto Oliveira (L).
    If you would like to have a Memorial devoted to a loved one for the week, please call the Rectory and we will be glad to assist you in this special remembrance. The Memorials are: the Tabernacle Lamps, Offertory Wine, Altar Bread, Holy Oils and Altar Flowers.
    Cost is $25 per item per week, except for the Tabernacle Lamp ($15 per week).
  • Birthdays

    Birthdays

    HAPPY APRIL BIRTHDAY !
    John Andrade (April 24), Walter Cicchetti, Molly Coulombe, Rose Hough, Gail Kilpeck
    LET'S CELEBRATE YOUR BIRTHDAY!

    To include you in our birthday list, please call the Rectory during the week (9 am - 3pm) and leave your name.
  • Prayers

    Prayers

    PARISH COMMUNITY FOR APRIL 2018 – PRAYER LIST
    FOR THE SICK OR THOSE IN NEED OF PRAYERS - ALSO PRAYERS FOR OUR MILITARY
    THOSE IN NEED OF PRAYERS - Madelyn Alexander, Dorothy Blacador, Michael Cassady, Brenda Covini, Joseph Ellison, Henry Gardyna, Mary Keogh, Robert Miguel, Kate Lonergan, Cory Maylay, Grace Moore, Jennifer Rose, Mary V. Rose, Marion Rose, Jim Sullivan, Paula Tumber
    FOR OUR MILITARY - Rhiannon Barreda, Pvt Liam W. Brady, SSGT Dillon Caldwell, Kevin Meiers (US Navy), LTJG Michael Feeney, TSGT Kevin Feeney, SSGT Zachary Moitoso, Max Rogers, Jack Rogers (US National Guard), Emily Smith (USAF)
    WE WILL BE STARTING A NEW PRAYER LIST ON MAY 1st. PLEASE CALL THE RECTORY OFFICE AND GIVE THE INFORMATION TO KATHY TO INCLUDE YOUR LOVED ONES NAME!!!!!!!
  • Weddings

    Weddings

  • Faith Formation

    Faith Formation

    FAITH FORMATION UPDATE!!!!
    If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Vincent Armstrong, DRE at 617-823-8976.
  • KofC Council 2911

    KofC Council 2911

    KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS, COUNCIL #2911: Meets 2nd & 4th Tuesday of Month 7:30 - 9:00pm 5 Armory Rd., Buzzards Bay – 508-759-3100 Hall available for functions.
  • Second Collection

    Second Collection

    SECOND COLLECTION

    Please give what you can.
  • SVdP Thrift Shop

    SVdP Thrift Shop

    THE SVdP THRIFT SHOP IS OPEN !
    Our new address is 134 Main Street, across the street from St. Margaret Church. Our Shop Phone number is 508-759-7171. Our Help Request Phone number is 508-759-7191 (NEW). We can always use additional help at the shop. To find out about the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, please call or click our link.
  • Rest in Peace

    Rest in Peace

    Remember in Prayer, Soul of:
    Christopher Golden
  • Women's Guild

    Women's Guild

    Guild members will meet the 1st week of the month, followed by the (monthly) meeting. See our Parish Notes and Event Listing to confirm meeting details.
  • Secular Franciscans

    Secular Franciscans

    Devotions - 2nd Sunday of Month, 2 pm: Secular Franciscan Order: St. Margaret School Library. Prayer & Meeting. Please contact the Rectory Office if you wish to attend Prayer & Meeting.
    For more Secular Franciscan Information, please contact: The Third Order Secular Franciscans
    St. Francis of the Cape Fraternity
    St. Margaret Church - Buzzards Bay, MA
    Art Caldarola
    at 508-291-2315
  • Prayer for Priests

    Prayer for Priests

    WEEKLY PRAYER REQUEST FOR PRIESTS
    FOR THE WEEK OF APRIL 22ND
    Rev. Gerald Barnwell, Rev. George Bellenoit, Rev. Paul Bernier, Rev. William Blottman, Rev. James Morse, Rev. Joseph Blyskosz, Rev. Marcel Bouchard
    FOR THE WEEK OF APRIL 15TH
    All Priests in the Diocese, Rev. Henry Arruda, Rev. Msgr. Stephen Avila, Rev. Freddie Babiczuk, Rev. Paulo Barbosa, Rev. Bernard Barris, MS, Rev. Stephen Banjare, SSCC
  • StM Reg School

    StM Reg School

    Please call our School office at 508-759-2213 for more information, visit us or see us on the web at http://www.smrsbb.org .

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St Margaret Church Schedule

o MASS Sun 7:30AM, 11AM

o MASS Sat (Sunday Vigil) 4PM

o RECONCILIATION
Sat 3PM - 3:30PM

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o MORNING PRAYER
Mon - Wed - Fri - Sat 7:30AM

o MORNING MASS
Mon - Wed - Fri - Sat 8AM

o EVENING PRAYER
Tues and Thurs 5:30PM

o EVENING MASS
Tues and Thurs 6PM

o ROSARY
Mon - Wed - Fri - Sat
(after 8AM Mass)
Tues and Thurs
(after 6PM Mass)
 
o ADORATION of the EUCHARIST
(First Friday - after 8AM Mass & Divine Mercy and ends at 5PM)
 
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o MASS Sunday 9AM

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Our Parish
Catholic Charities Appeal
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5th Sunday of Easter

April 28th &
April 29th

Collect Prayer:
Almighty ever-living God, constantly accomplish the Paschal Mystery within us, that those you were pleased to make new in Holy Baptism may, under your protective care, bear much fruit and come to the joys of life eternal. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.

ATTENTION
YOUNG PEOPLE

The Vatican is seeking input from young people (ages 16-29) in preparation for the 2018 Synod on Young People. Please take a few moments to respond directly to a Vatican survey at this link: (https://survey-synod2018.glauco.it/limesurvey/index.php/147718). Choose"English" in the upper right corner.

ATTENTION
MMA CADETS

We are so happy to have you join us for worship during the school year and hope that St. Margaret’s can be your school year home. Fr. Tom is working on more ways that the parish can reach out to Maritime cadets so he can hear your ideas and chat with you. Please email: Fr. Tom ([email protected]).

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