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STEWARDSHIP THOUGHT: In the second reading today, Saint Paul reminds the Corinthians, “There are different gifts, but the same Spirit; there are different ministries but the same Lord.” How am I using my gifts for the common good?

CHURCH SUPPORT

May 3/4, 2008

WEEKLY COLLECTION $6742.00

WEEKLY COLLECTION GOAL $6800.00

Shortfall $ 58.00

Ascension Collection $1131.00

Thank You For Your Generosity!

Jesus appeared to the disciples with his greeting of “Peace be with you…as the Father has sent me so I send you.” Then, breathing upon them, Jesus told them, “Receive the Holy Spirit.” In the act of the disciples being filled by the Holy Spirit, they were enabled and empowered to proclaim the Good News – they were changed! It was through the power of the Holy Spirit, and not by any power of their own, that the disciples were able to speak to a crowd of people – beyond language barriers. The great news of this Pentecost celebration is that our Lord KNOWS how to speak to each one of us so that we, as unique individuals, can hear. How does the Lord speak? The Lord breaks through to us through people, events, situations, nature, silence, music, prayer, eucharist, etc. All that we need to do is keep our hearts and minds open; to live in the present moment and the Holy Spirit enters into our lives “to continue the work in the world through the hearts of all who believe” (today’s liturgical opening prayer). In all of today’s readings we learn of how the disciples are changed because of God’s Holy Spirit. What changes have occurred in your life during this Easter season? How have you been open to receive the “power” of the Holy Spirit?

To coincide with the Celebration of Pentecost, check out the Peace Pole Garden on the grounds of the Church this weekend! LIFE participants last weekend wrote the word “PEACE” on white strips of material (written in 145 different languages). The strips symbolize how the Spirit works within us to bring that peace throughout the world. Remember, you have power!!

THANK YOU to LIFE guest presenters Charlie and Sheila Collins, who shared the witness of their mission trip to Nicaragua a few months ago. This Parish is blessed with so many spirit-filled, faith-filled persons who live out the meaning of Stewardship. Thank you so much for sharing your gifts with the LIFE community.

SOUP KITCHEN NEEDS

TUESDAY, May 20th

3 bags apples 3 bags oranges

1 lg can pepper 5 lg loaves of bread

8 finger desserts (cookies, cupcakes, brownies, etc.)

100 soup bowls (12 oz.)(paper or plastic)

2 rolls paper towels

2 bottles Ranch dressing

100 small paper plates (7 inch)

1 (2lb) can coffee (not instant)

Please call Sylvia Bunker at 683-0320 if you can help with any of the above items. Also, anyone wishing to help at the soup kitchen will be most welcomed. Please drop your donations off at the Rectory any time before 3pm on Tuesday, May 20th. There were 93 meals served in April. Thank you all for your support!

MARRIED COUPLES: Worldwide Marriage Encounter wishes many blessings on all mothers today. Husbands, give your wife a special gift and register for a weekend away for the two of you. Plan to enrich your marriage by attending one of the next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekends in New England: June 20-22, July 18-20, or September 19-21. For more information call Ray or Beth Ginpro at 1-800-710-WWME or visit our webpage at www.wwmeMA.org .

ADORATION AND BENEDICTION: First Friday Eucharistic Adoration and Benediction will be held on June 6th from 7 to 8pm. Please contact Deacon John Croy at 845-2558 with any questions.

FIRST COMMUNION

Next weekend we have two celebrations of First Communion! Please keep the following children and their families in your prayers:

Saturday, May 17, 5:00pm: Andrew Alves, Austin Alves, Victoria Gregg, Alison Levada and Caroline Porter.

Sunday, May 18, 10:30am: Noelle Browne, Samantha Carberry, Zachary Caruolo, Elizabeth Davis, Mary Donnellan, Michael Feeks, Sarah Loyola, William Malloy, Nicole Markey, A. Alden Pratt, Hunter Rezendes, Grady Richard, Katerina Schultz, Michael Sherlock, Colin Staples, Cole Streicher, and Lillian Villacorta.

DISCIPLESHIP: Sr. Lillian Dempsey C.P. will present an evening of prayer, reflection, and discussion on Discipleship on Friday, May 16th, in the Parish Center. The evening will begin at 6:15pm with a light supper. This event is sponsored by the Small Christian Communities.

SAVE THE DATES! In honor of the dedicated service to St. Lucy’s Faith Community, there will be two events where Parishioners can say “thank you” to Fr. Gene and Sr. Mary, who are both retiring this June after more than 20 years of service. Following each of the Masses on the weekend of June 21/22 a reception will be held in the Parish Center. A Farewell Program will be held at the Officers’ Club on Sunday, June 29 from 1 to 4pm. More information will follow.

A VOLUNTEER IS NEEDED to help an elderly lady (2-3 hours once a week) with shopping, light housekeeping, and visiting which will provide respite for caregiver. For more information please call Chris Raffa at 781-640-3428.

2008 Catholic Charity Fund Appeal

Still Encourages Your Support

Thanks to those of you who have already made your annual donation! We have reached almost 50% of our goal…it’s not too late! If you have yet to make a gift to the 2008 Catholic Charity Fund Appeal, please use the envelopes provided at the door of the church. Your gift may be made by check, credit card, or by automatic fund transfer from your bank account.

For more information call the Stewardship & Development Office at 277-2121. Thank you for your continued support, it makes a difference in the lives of those in need!

OPEN HOUSE: All Saints Academy will host an Open House & Come for Lunch at the school (behind St. Lucy’s) on Friday, May 23rd from 10 to 12 noon. For more information, please call Principal, Kevin J. Dillon, at 848-4300 or email the school at rid40001@ride.ri.net

Alice in Wonderland, Jr. will be presented by the All Saints Academy Drama Club on Friday, May 23rd, and Saturday, May 24th, at the Portsmouth Middle School. Tickets are $5.00 and available at the door.