July 24, 2016 Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Sunday Mass: Vigil 4pm; 9am, 11am Daily Mass: Mon - Fri: 9am Morning Prayer 8:45am Eucharistic Adoration Thursdays 6:30 - 7:30pm Confessions Available First Saturday Mass: 9am

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Reconciliation: Saturdays 3:153:45pm and during Eucharistic Adoration. Baptism: Celebrated the 3rd Sunday at 1pm. Call to register for Baptism Prep. Anointing of the Sick: Notify the office when a person is seriously ill. Extraordinary Ministers are available to bring the Eucharist to the homebound. Marriage: Call at least 6 months in advance of your wedding.

July 24, 2016

St. Athanasius Parish, Reading, MA

Please pray for our military and civilians who defend our freedom, especially: Saturday, July 23 4pm Rita Liberatore Memorial Mass Sunday, July 24 9am Mass for the People of St. Athanasius 11am Charles Crampe Memorial Mass Monday, July 25 9am Ann W. Ritt Tuesday, July 26 9am Peter A. Rubbicco Wednesday, July 27 9am Mass Thursday, July 28 9am Mass 6:30pm Adoration Friday, July 29 9am Fr. James Brennan Saturday, July 30 4pm Michael Canty Birthday Memorial Sunday, July 31 9am Anna Follo Birthday Memorial 11am Mass for the People of St. Athanasius

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The 26th “Yankee” Brigade, and 1st Lts. Ryan & Nolan Johnson, US Army, Patrick Cavanaugh, PFC Christopher Lewis, Lcpl Brenden Amico, Cpl. 3rd Class Christopher Donohue, Justin Whitmarsh

Remember those in need of prayers, especially: Maryann Lucerto, Margaret Sumner, John Cadigan, Mary Lou, Dianne, Bill, Scott , Dan Hallidy, David S. Attachi Family, Olga Calautti, Stephen O’Neill, Kathy Oliveira, Paula, Joanne Curran, Jimmy, Charles Morrison, Frank F., Frank DelGreco, Barbara Coffin, John F. O’Brien, Ruthie, Richard Rossi, Robert D, Thomas D, Andrew D, Richard D, Phil T, Jen M, Fran P, Bryan M, Marion M, Anna Windels, Mary McNerney, Larry Y, Denise S., John, Mary G, Shirley N, Carol & Frank, Deborah, Patricia Maines, Justin L., Paula, Mike, David, Bubba Toussaint, Joan D, Nana K., Remo, Katie Willenborg, Denise, Josephine, Sammy, Guarino Family, Joan B, Kevin G., Brian, Sue, Eleanor Long, Joe O. Dennis Jancsy, Cathy M., Cynthia L., Jill, Marianne G., Dillon R., Mr. Blunt, Denise B., Ann Swift, Molly, Rob, Guy, Denis Hebert, Babies Max and Nate, Mike P, Paula P, Jeff M, Andrew R, Justin L, Marge Q, Jen M., Norma M, Julie, Pat K & Family, Marie Brown, JDF & Family, Patrick & Brianna, Rick Q, Trudy, Bill, Sean T, Dianne, Bob L, Flora T, Danny, Dee Michelini These names will stay in the Prayer Corner until Sunday, August 7th. Call the office or email [email protected] to add or renew your loved ones on the list.

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July 24, 2016

St. Athanasius Parish, Reading, MA

FROM THE PASTOR You may have heard of the “augmented reality” game Pokémon Go, where people use their cell phones to find and “capture” fictional characters that exist only in the cell world and are only seen on the cell phone but are projected into real places. No location is safe. From churches to restaurants, people are going somewhere for no other reason than to fulfill an online game, staring at the phone almost the whole time. In response, the Catholic satirical news website “Eye of the Tiber” (EOTT for short) wrote this FAKE ARTICLE to demonstrate the absurdity of this new and, hopefully, shortlived fad. ______________________________________ Local priest Father John Ross is being accused of delaying Mass for up to an hour Sunday morning after pausing during the middle of The Presentation of the Gifts to catch a Pikachu, several parishioners have reported. Ross admitted to the diocesan officials that he was playing the newly released Pokemon Go app while saying the Mass. “Fr. Ross has admitted to simultaneously saying Mass while trying to catch a Kipachu or Pikachu or whatever,” one official told EOTT early this morning. “It appears as though Fr. Ross located a Pikachu on top of a parishioner’s head, which he was able to retrieve during the Entrance. During the Penitential Act, Fr. Ross made his way down the main aisle and beneath several pews where he is said to have successfully hunted down a Charmander.” Ross told EOTT that, although he was sorry for his actions, he wished people would understand that he can do two things at one. “Listen, I’ve been saying Mass a long time. I can say it in my sleep. In my opinion, if I’m just sitting there during the first or second readings and happen to spot a Kadabra or a Dragonite, you better bet your bottom tithing dollar that I’m gonna try and catch it.” Ross went on to say that his motto for playing Pokemon during Mass was “Catch them all, save them all.” He explained, “There’s absolutely no reason I can’t save souls while catching Pokemon for sport.”

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July 24, 2016

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BRAD AGOSTINELLI - YOUTH MINISTER, [email protected] • Trivia Series ο Play on a team with your friends against other teens in a trivia contest for prizes. Topics include sports, geography, movies/music, history, Catholicism, and others. Dinner will be provided. ο Dates: Wednesdays August 3rd and August 17th at 6:30-8:30pm ο Location: St. Athanasius Parish Center • Food and Faith ο Enjoy a summer night with friends, food, and field games (Kan Jam, Corn Hole, Whiffleball, etc.). Dinner and dessert will be provided. ο Date: Friday August 12th at 6:30-8:30pm ο Location: Back porch at St. Athanasius Parish Office • Cor Unum Meal Center ο The date for our next visit to serve dinner at Cor Unum Meal Center in Lawrence is Saturday 8/20. Our trip is open to ages 13 and up. ο Meet at 3:15pm in the St. Athanasius Parish Center and return around 7 or 8pm. ο PLEASE RSVP TO BRAD BY FRIDAY 8/12. SPACE IS VERY LIMITED. • Remind ο We have started a group communication program using text messaging called Remind. Get youth ministry updates via texts right to your phone. Your cell phone number will not be known. ο To get started, text @stasyouth to the number 81010 and follow the instructions. • Social media ο Follow us on Instagram @saintasyouth or like us on Facebook at St. Athanasius and St. Agnes Youth Ministry. • Music ministry ο Musicians and singers are wanted! Any middle or high schoolers who sing or play an instrument are invited to participate in the mass choir at St. Athanasius. Please contact Music Director John Donovan for more information: [email protected].

The High School Placement Test (HSPT) is a requirement for all to 8th grade students who apply to Catholic high schools in the Archdiocese. Malden Catholic offers the test on the following dates: October 29th, November 19th or December 3rd. The fee is $30. Want to prepare for the test? Take the HSPT prep course at MC! Students will work with actual test questions and will learn test-taking strategies to help them work faster and more confidently to maximize their scores. All classes are taught by dedicated, experienced teachers who work to optimize your child’s grades. The 3-day course runs October 1, 15 & 22. The fee is $75. (Register by August 1st for reduced fee) Contact Mr. Matthew O'Neil '99, Associate Director of Admissions, at [email protected] or 781-475-5308 to register.

Evening of Healing and Intercessory Prayer Tuesday, July 26th St. Theresa Parish 978-664-3412 63 Winter Street, North Reading, MA 6:00 Adoration, Rosary and Confessions until 6:45 7:00 Holy Sacrifice of the Mass the Sacrament of the Sick will be offered for those who are seriously ill or facing surgery. 8:15 Opportunity for personal prayer for oneself or for another.

Brad Agostinelli Youth Minister St. Athanasius Catholic Church - Archdiocese of Boston Cell: 585-200-2831 Office: 781-944-0330 Fax: 781-944-1266 [email protected] http://stathanasiusreading.org/

All are welcome who seek healing in mind, body or spirit!

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ALL THIS SUMMER WE WILL BE COLLECTING

BOOKS NEW & GENTLY USED BOOKS IN LIKE NEW CONDITION FOR KIDS OF ALL AGES

TODDLERS TO TEENS AS THE BOOKS ARE RECEIVED,THEY WILL BE DISTRIBUTED TO FAMILIES LIVING IN SHELTERS, AND CHILDREN AND TEENS WHO ARE IN SUBSIDIZED PROGRAMS DURING THE SUMMER.

Let’s share the comfort of bedtime stories and the love of reading with those who may not have books at home.

USED BOOKS IN EXCELLENT CONDITION,WITH NO TEARS OR MARKINGS ARE WELCOME.

Collection boxes will remain in the back of the church through the summer so keep alert for good titles (perhaps some you’ve enjoyed yourself, or have enjoyed reading to your children) and please let your friends know of the needs of these youngsters too. .

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July 24, 2016

St. Athanasius Parish, Reading, MA

Parish Staff

THANK YOU from Father Bill Kremmell

Pastor ………………………………. Reverend Darin V. Colarusso [email protected]

I wish to thank everyone who helped to make the celebration of my Fiftieth Anniversary of Ordination to the Priesthood such a beautiful and memorable experience. Thanks to those of you who came to the Anniversary Mass and Reception. Thanks to those of you who conveyed to me your congratulatory greetings. And thanks to those of you who contributed to my Fund for Haiti. As of July 8th, the Fund has collected $19,348. The money is already being used to construct a workshop as part of a vocational school in the town of Duchity. Since we have exceeded our original financial goal, the additional money will be used to provide tools and other equipment for the workshop. Our efforts are helping some people in Haiti to become selfsufficient and productive members of their community. Again, thanks!!!

Parochial Vicar………………………..Reverend Patrick Armano [email protected] Permanent Deacon………………………….Deacon Neil Sumner [email protected] Permanent Deacon…………..….………...Deacon Matt Baltier [email protected] Administrative Office Manager………………….. Nancy Sieger [email protected] Coordinator of Religious Ed……………………….. Jo-Ann Rossi [email protected] Music Director..………………………………………..John Donovan [email protected] Business Manager……………………………………...Janine Castro [email protected] Administrative Assistant ……………………….. Luann Barretto [email protected]

Coffee Hour We need hosts for August Contact Sophie at 781-944-9085 or sign up in the Parish Center.

Youth Ministry……………………………………….Brad Agostinelli [email protected]

Bulletin Submissions [email protected] By Monday 9 am

Saint Patrick Parish, Stoneham Emmaus Ministry for Grieving Parents Whose Children of Any Age Have Died by Any Cause One-Day Spiritual Retreat Saturday, September 24, 2016 Call (781) 438-0200 or (617) 542-8057 or see www.emfgp.org

Join us for Eucharistic Adoration at St. Athanasius Every Thursday from 6:30-7:30pm With Confession

Parish outing at Lowell Spinners game Wednesday evening August 17th Join us at the Lowell Spinners game on Wednesday evening, 8/17 at 7:05pm. We have a select number of premium seats together at the game. Please sign up and buy your tickets at $10 each at the Parish Office by Friday, August 5th. You can also take the bus with us to the game, which will leave St. Athanasius at 6pm. There is no additional cost for the bus but please sign up for the bus when you buy your tickets. Contact the Parish Office with any questions.

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