St. Margaret of Scotland Parish and St. Mary Star of the Sea Mission

Saint Margaret of Scotland Parish
Mission Statement and
Weekend Mass Schedule

"We, the people of God, welcome all to experience the nourishment and healing spirit of Jesus Christ. Drawing life from the word of God and the sacraments, we are empowered to assist in meeting the spiritual and human needs of our families, our parish, and larger community. We proclaim the Kingdom of God with compassion, mercy and understanding."

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Weekend Mass Schedule
(Regular)

St. Margaret's Church

o MASS Sunday 7:30AM | 11:00AM

o MASS Saturday 4:00PM (Sunday Vigil)

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St. Mary's Church

o MASS Sunday 9:00AM

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Directions

ATTIC TREASURES THRIFT SHOP

A huge thank you to all who have contributed to the success of our shop which benefits our parish in many ways. However, with success comes challenges and once again we are seeking volunteers. Please consider helping even if it is
for a couple of hours each week or every other week. Specifically, we need assistance on Fridays and Saturdays, but any day Tuesday through Saturday would be welcome! Also, anyone with online selling experience would be greatly welcomed. Please stop by the shop if you would like to help out or call Cheryl Legace (774) 291-2098.

PARISH PRAYER LIST

Jennifer Rose
Madelyn Alexander

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A new prayer list has now begun. If you would like to have someone listed on our Parish Prayer List, please contact the office to add your loved one's name. Be sure to request the name(s) you would like listed with the correct spelling.

EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS

ATTENTION EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS ..... Please feel free to assist at Mass when there is a shortage of Eucharistic Ministers for that Mass. We truly appreciate your dedication to this ministry. God bless you and thank you.
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EUCHARISTIC MINISTER TRAINING ..... Eucharistic Minister Training takes place on a pre-appointmet basis at St. Margaret Church. If you are interested, please call the Rectory Office and leave your name and phone number. Thank you.

THE MASS BOOK

The Mass Book for 2024 is now available. Please come by or contact the office to begin scheduling Masses and memorials for next year.

SANCTUARY LAMPS

For the Week of April 7th the Sanctuary Lamp at St. Margaret's Church will be For Wayne Dudley

For the Week of April 14th the Sanctuary Lamp at St. Margaret's Church will be For Our Parishioners

For the Weeks of April 7th and April 14th the Sanctuary Lamp at St. Mary's Church will be For Our Parishioners

OFFERTORY WINE, ALTAR BREAD

For the Weeks of April 7th and April 14th the Offertory Wine/Altar Bread at St. Margaret's and St. Mary's will be For Our Parishioners

MEMORIALS

The Memorials available are: Sanctuary Lamp, Offertory Wine and Altar Bread. Cost is $25 per item per week, except for the Sanctuary Lamp ($15 per week).

If you would like to have a Memorial devoted to a loved one for the week, please call the Office and we will be glad to assist you in this special remembrance.

PRAY THE ROSARY WITH US

ROSARY at St. Margaret's Church

(Monday - Friday) following 8AM Mass (Sunday) at 7AM before the 7:30AM Mass

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Rosary - WPLM Radio 99.1 FM Daily broadcast at 5AM

Have You Considered
LIVING A CURSILLO?

Cursillo is a three-day learning experience in basic Christianity featuring practical insights into an everyday life of faith and service. It is a unique experience and offers us an opportunity to develop, nurture and deepen our own personal relationship with Jesus. Cursillo weekends are enjoyed by active and less active Christians. The Cursillo weekends are held at the Holy Cross Retreat House, located on the campus of Stonehill College. Are you looking for something to further develop your faith journey? Below are upcoming retreat dates:
Men’s: March 21-24, 2024
Women’s: April 25-28, 2024
It may be the best gift you give yourself! For more information, please contact our Parish Cursillo Ambassador: Maureen O'Rourke King at: [email protected] or call 774-313-8734.

LECTORS NEEDED!

The Parish is in need of Lectors throughout the Liturgical year. If you are interested in being a part this ministry, please contact the Parish Office. Thank you

SVdP SHOP urgently
needs Non-Perishables

Please note that the SVdP THRIFT STORE IS NOW OPEN!! The store is in urgent need of Non-Perishables such as Canned Vegetables, Pasta, etc. of non-perishable food items to stock its food pantry. Donations can be brought to their thrift shop at 5 Armory Rd Buzzards Bay or in the bins located at the doors to the church. Any help that you can provide is greatly appreciated. Thank You. The SVdP Store also needs volunteers to organize dishware, knickknacks and toys for children or just be there to help customers. When you can, please stop by the thrift store and take a look! The SVdP Thrift Store is located at the K of C Hall on 5 Armory Rd. in Buzzards Bay. For more info, please visit our Ministries Page.

THIS WEEKEND'S SECOND COLLECTION

The Weekend of April 13th and April 14th is for "Buildings and Utilities". Please give what you can. Thank you and God bless you.

WALKING WITH PURPOSE!!
Women's Bible Study

Meets every Monday 6PM - 7PM in the Parish Center. Women and girls are invited! Any questions please contact [email protected] for more information. NEW CLASSES HAVE BEGUN!

ROSARY MAKING GROUP
at St. Mary's & for all in the Parish

St. Margaret Parish is now offering the opportunity for parishioners to learn how to make Mission Cord Rosaries. Beginners’ kits are free for those who want to come to St. Mary’s Church at 10:00 AM on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month. Marian Rose will teach you how to make the rosaries and give you information on how to order additional kits and where to send the Rosaries once they are completed. Completing a handmade Rosary is like giving the Blessed Mother a beautiful Rose.

HOME VISITS
with the Blessed Mother

In the past Mary V. Rose and her brother would bring a statue of the Blessed Mother to homes throughout the area for prayer. This ministry has begun again with a smaller lightweight statue. If you or someone you know would like to receive the statue for a week, please contact Marian Rose at 508-295-8614. Forms will also be located at the entrances of both churches.

ESTATE PLANNING

Please remember
St. Margaret's - St. Mary's
in your estate plan.

JASON EVERT - April 22nd | 6pm-9pm

On April 22, 2024, Our Lady of Victory and Christ the King Parishes will co-host international Catholic speaker Jason Evert. Jason has spoken to more than one million people about the virtue of chastity. He is a best-selling author of more than ten books, including “Theology of the Body for Teens,” and “How to Find Your Soulmate without Losing Your Soul.” and the founder of Totus Tuus Press and the Chastity Project. He is a frequent guest on radio programs and his television appearances include Fox News, the BBC, MSNBC, and EWTN.

SNOW POLICY

When we have a significant amount of snow or ice on the roads and sidewalks, we share community weather situations that need to be addressed. When Bourne public schools and town offices are closed on a weekday on account of a weather situation, our Churches and Parish Office will also be closed. We want to keep our parishioners safe. Your safety is most important to us! When you are not comfortable going outside because of a significant weather situation, please use your better judgment and stay at home!!

Diocese to Observe Child Abuse Prevention Month with Special Mass of Atonement, Prayer and Penance

Every April, child- and youth-serving organizations — including many Catholic dioceses, parishes, and schools — participate in National Child Abuse Prevention Month to highlight the importance of protecting minors from abuse. These efforts are part of the ongoing work of dioceses across the country to carry out the U.S. bishops’ “Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People.”

This year, the Fall River Diocese will offer a special Mass of Atonement, Prayer and Penance on Sunday, April 7, at 10 a.m. at St. Mary’s Cathedral in Fall River to commemorate this special month-long observance.

Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha, S.D.V., will be the principal celebrant and homilist at the Mass of Atonement, Prayer and Penance that will offer special intentions for the victims of sexual abuse.

“The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops has designated April as Child Abuse Prevention month, and one of the highlights is a Mass of Atonement,” explained Deacon Joseph E. Regali, who is director of the Office of Safe Environment of the Fall River Diocese. “Other dioceses may call it another name, but typically the general name is a Mass of Atonement and it is dedicated to the survivors of child sex abuse and clergy sex abuse. I believe this is the first time in our diocese that we will be holding such a Mass.”

All are invited to attend the Mass.

Please visit the Diocesan Safe Environment page for more information: https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/office-of-safe-environment

“Let the children come to me; do not prevent them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these". Mark 10:14
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At St. Margaret Parish we all work together to protect our children. Please visit the Diocesan Safe Environment page (click HERE) for information on how we protect the faithful, and the steps involved to minister, work, or volunteer in the Diocese.
Our Parish is committed to providing a safe place for all the faithful. Therefore, we follow a strict policy of The Essential Three for all who minister, work or volunteer in our parish. We ask for your cooperation and support. The safety of our community depends on all of us doing our part.

St. Margaret Church, Buzzards Bay, MA
Sunday, October 10th at 11AM

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St. Mary Church, Onset, MA
Sunday, April 14th at 9AM

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Diocese to Observe Child Abuse Prevention Month with Special Mass of Atonement, Prayer and Penance

St. Margaret Church, Buzzards Bay, MA Sunday, October 10th at 11AM

(Click for latest live-stream & VoD Videos)

St. Mary Church, Onset, MA Sunday, April 14th at 9AM

(Click for latest live-stream & VoD Videos)

Diocese to Observe Child Abuse Prevention Month with Special Mass of Atonement, Prayer and Penance

St. Margaret Church, Buzzards Bay, MA
Sunday, October 10th at 11AM

St. Mary Church, Onset, MA
Sunday, April 14th at 9AM