08 august 2016 - National Shrine of Our Lady La Salette

AUGUST 2016
M AS SE S , R E C ONC I L IAT ION , & A D OR AT ION
MASSES
RECONCILIATION
HEALING MASSES
EUCHARISTIC
ADORATION
Sunday
Saturday & Sunday
Spanish - First Sunday of the
12:10pm
1:00 - 4:00pm
Saturday
Month at 2:30pm
1:00 - 4:00pm
Monday - Friday
Monday - Friday
Portuguese - Third Sunday of
1:00 - 2:00pm
12:10 & 6:30pm
First Fridays
the Month at 2:00pm
Wednesday
1:00pm - 6:00pm
Saturday
English - Last Sunday of the
5:00 - 6:00pm
12:10 & 4:30pm
Month at 2:00pm
COME NEAR MY CHILDREN, DON’T BE AFRAID. -Our Lady at La Salette
Father Andre Patenaude, M.S. - Superior
Fr. Ted Brown , M.S. - Shrine Director
Father Cyriac Mattathilanickal, M.S. - Retreat Center Director
Left: There was plenty of fun to be had at the
“Smokeshow BBQ” for the sisters!
Below: A young boy holds a floating Lantern
on the Feast of Saint John!
SUMMER AT
LA SALETTE!
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SHRINE CALENDAR
Mercy in the Family
School Supply Drive, July 30-August 7, pg 3
Mary: A Woman of Mercy and Reconciliation
Retreat, August 5-7, pg 2
Grief Education, August 9 & 23, pg 4
5K Nun Run, September 10, pg 3
Soup Kitchen Drive, August 13-15, pg 2
Solemnity of the Assumption of Mary,
August 15, pg 6
The Evangelizer in the Gospel of Luke,
August 8-12, pg 2
How to Read, Tell and Teach Bible Stories,
August 15-19, pg 2
Mercy in the Family Movie, July 22, pg 2
Blue Mass, September 29, pg 3
And the Order of the Pheonix
July 22nd, 2016
a film series on mercy
“Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’
sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”
Persecution is a word that we hear, sadly, every day on
the news. The contemporary persecution of Christians
in particular echoes right back to the time in which
Matthew was writing his Gospel for the first Christians,
who themselves were under
PEACE MEMORIALS DURING
threat. Jesus, too, made the
THESE VIOLENT TIMES
ultimate sacrifice in the face
of persecution. But for those
of our young people for whom
persecution of this kind is far
removed, thankfully, from
their everyday reality, the
concept of persecution needs
to be translated into their
During these violent times with shootings, bombings, language and experience in order for them to understand
and riots, people often need a place to express their this Beatitude. Popcorn will be included!
grief. We invite you to place flowers, small memorials,
SEE YOU THERE!
and candles at the Saint Francis Peace Garden on the
Shrine grounds. Your memorial will stay for about 1
SOUP KITCHEN DRIVE
week and then the area will be cleaned.
PRAYER GROUPS
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Shrine Church & Chapel of Reconciliation
La Salette & Divine Mercy Devotions
Wednesday at 7:15pm in Shrine Church
Intercessory Prayer Group
2nd Thursday of the Month - 7:15pm
Leader: Bev Noelte (La Salette Associate)
Padre Pio Prayer Group
2nd Monday of the Month - 7:15pm
Spiritual Director: Fr. Richard Delisle, M.S.
Lay Leader: Ron Mendes
La Salette Pax Christi
3rd Tuesday of the Month - 7:30pm
Ron Holman
YD:21 - Young Adults in the 21st Century
2nd Wednesday of the Month
7:00pm in the Welcome Center
August 13-15, 2016
Everyone loves fresh produce we get from our own vegetable gardens or local farmers markets: fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, zucchini, peppers - and don’t forget
the wonderful fruits, melons, and watermelons! And of
course - CORN ON THE COB!
On August 13-15, we’ll be collecting fresh fruit and vegetables to benefit our Soup Kitchen! Please consider
donating some produce from your gardens!
BOOK OF THE MONTH
A Simple, Life-Changing Prayer
Discovering the Power of St. Ignatius Loyola’s Examen
By Jim Manney
For most people most of
the time, prayer is hard. It is
especially difficult—not to
mention unsatisfying—when
people experience it as formal,
dry, and repetitious. But what
might happen if you discovered
a simple prayer that changed all
that? What if you discovered a
prayer that changed you?
In A Simple, Life-Changing
Prayer, Jim Manney introduces Christians to a 500-yearold form of prayer that dramatically altered his
perception of prayer and the way he prayed. The prayer
is the examen, which St. Ignatius Loyola developed for
the purpose of nurturing a reflective habit of mind that
is constantly attuned to God’s presence.
Available in our bookstore.
SHRINE COMMITTEE FORMATION
The La Salette Shrine attracts many dedicated and
talented people. We wish to use your talents to help
the Shrine grow! Here are some committee’s we’re
developing
ADULT FAITH FORMATION AND EDUCATION
COMMITTEE
The Faith Formation and Education Committee assists
the La Salette Staff in developing programs, classes and
educational opportunities that help people grow in their
faith knowledge, spirituality and as human beings.
THE FAITH IN ACTION COMMITTEE
The Faith in Action Committee assists with the various
charitable and pastoral works of the Shrine. It responds
to local area, national and international needs. It brings
to the Shrine Staff concerns that could be addressed by
the larger Shrine community.
LITURGY COMMITTEE
The Liturgy Committee assists with developing a
reverent and relevant liturgy at the Shrine. It works on
both Masses and special liturgies. It sees that proper
training is done for the committee and various liturgical
ministers.
PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE
The Public Relations Committee will assist the Shrine
staff in seeing that its many events are promoted
throughout the region. It stays on top of the ever
changing world of media and promotion.
COMMUNITY LIFE AND HOSPITALITY
COMMITTEE
The Community Life and Hospitality Committee works
to see that all who come to the shrine feel welcomed,
affirmed and are treated as members of the Body of
Christ. It makes known to the staff ways it could make
all feel welcome at the shrine.
You may have noticed many young people (and some
not so young) wandering around the property looking
at their phones. The Shrine has many official Pokestops for the game Pokemon Go. The object of the
game is to ‘capture’ these creatures, which appear on
your phone at different locations around the Shrine.
We have not had such a great influx of young people
in years. Jesus said, ‘Suffer the little children,’ which is
an invitation for us to be warm and welcoming towards
these visitors. Anything that can give the church and the
Shrine a positive image might bring young people back.
Pokemon is about searching for these creatures, but
in their hearts they might be searching for something
deeper and greater than themselves. If you run into
one of the game players, greet them with a smile and let
them know they are welcome here at the Shrine!
Please call 508-222-5410 to be considered for a
committee.
THE LA SALETTE SISTERS NEED YOUR HELP!
For the past few years, the La Salette Sisters here in
Attleboro have lived as part-time nomads first moving
into the Monastery, then to Cumberland, RI, and now
to the Retreat Center, never really having a place of
their own. We’d like to change that by renovating the
old, white house across the street from the Shrine so
that they can finally have a home and their ministry can
grow.
The renovations have been estimated at close to $100,000
so we’ve begun a drive to help raise the money and we
would greatly appreciate your support! If you’d like to
help the Sisters, checks may be made out to “La Salette
Shrine” and sent to 947 Park St., Attleboro, MA, 02703
with the memo: Sister’s House.
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SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE
July 30 - August 7, 2016
BLUE MASS
September 29, 2016 6:30 PM Mass
We have many people who put their lives on their line
daily to keep us safe. Police, firefighters and Emergency Medical Technicians respond daily to emergencies.
They need our prayers. We invite all Officers in Blue to
join for this mass and our prayers.
More details to come.
It’s just about that time again! Soon, the fall will be
slowly creeping in and school will be starting up!
5K NUN RUN
During Saturday July 30th through Tuesday, August
2nd, we’ll be collecting new school supplies for children
in the Attleboro Community! Please consider donating backpacks, pencils, rulers, colored pencils, folders,
pens, and notebooks! There will be receptacles for donations in the Church foyer.
On Saturday, September 10 at 8 AM we will have a 5K
run to raise money for the renovation for the sisters’
house. There is a $25 entry fee. Registration starts is
at the La Salette Welcome Center and the run begins at
9 AM.
Get your running shoes on and help the sisters. You
can run, walk, stroll or even crawl, as long as you participate. Rain or Shine!
WE NEED YOUR HELP
AT THE SOUP KITCHEN!
MEXICO MISSION TRIP
With the summer well on its way, some of our Soup
Kitchen volunteers are taking vacations! We could use
a few helping hands every Monday. If you’re interested
in helping, please report to the back of the Shrine Cafeteria (located behind the Gift Shop) at 3:30 and simply see Brother Roger. We’re also looking for plastic
shopping bags which will assist with food distribution.
If you’re interested, you can register by filling out the
form found on our website at
www.lasaletteatleboroshrine.org.
On August 6, six lay missionaries from the Shrine and
Father Ted will travel to Tijuana, Mexico to build houses
for the poor.
Please pray for Grant Haley, John and Gina Rufo, Mary
Peterson, Stephanie and Samantha DeLaBruere, and
Father Ted. They will be there from August 6 to 13.
You may watch their progress at on a Facebook Page:
http://tinyurl.com/pilgrimsofhope. There you will see
photo’s and reflections of the group.
We at the Shrine are grateful for the generosity of so many who make our
work possible. We depend on your goodness.
Please make donations to the Shrine of Our Lady of La Salette, Inc. at the address below.
IN YOUR WILL:
As you do your estate planning, remembering us in your will is a way of creating a lasting legacy of your life and
helps continue our good work. Our legal title is:
Shrine of Our Lady of La Salette, Inc.
947 Park St.
Attleboro, MA 02703
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RETREAT CENTER
947 Park St. Attleboro MA 02703
Office@lasaletteretreatcenter.com
(508) 222-8530
UPCOMING SUMMER RETREATS
In the La Salette Retreat Center
August 5-7:
Mary: A Woman
of Mercy and
Reconciliation.
(Weekend retreat)
August 8-12:
The Evangelizer in the
Gospel of Luke.
(Five day retreat)
August 15-19:
How to Read, Tell and
Teach Bible Stories.
(Five day workshop)
GRIEF EDUCATION &
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT
The loss of a loved one in death is the greatest loss
one faces, and the most piercing pain one will ever
experience. Grief Education is a safe, compassionate,
and confidential forum where you will be given the
opportunity to learn, share, explore feelings, and . . .
find ways to accept and to cope.
Cost: $10 per session
Pre-registration required.
To register please call Sr. Judith Costa at 508-345-2660
To register or for more information, please
call 508-222-8530 or send an e-mail to office@
lasaletteretreatcenter.com. (Please note that unless The Bereavement Support Group meets on alternating
a retreat reaches the minimum occupancy, it will be Tuesdays from 10:00am - 11:30am. They will meet
next on August 9th & 23rd. Check our website at www.
subject to cancellation.)
D AY S O F P R AY E R
lasaletteretreatcenter.com under “Brochures & Flyers”
for a complete list of dates. For more information,
please contact the Retreat Center.
Join us for monthly guided Days of Prayer during the
summer at the Welcome Center of the Shrine. Each
month a specific program themed around this year’s
SPIRITUAL DIRECTION
Papal theme of “Merciful like the Father”, will be Meeting with a Spiritual Director or Spiritual Companion
presented by one of the La Salette Priests or Spiritual can often help you discover God’s movement within
Directors. The next day of prayer will be taking place on your life journey and encourage you to draw closer to
God. It can help you integrate spirituality into your
September 10th. The day will be led by Anna Rae-Kelly, daily life, discern and make difficult choices, and share
OCDS and will be themed: “Mother of Mercy”. A free your hopes, struggles and losses. Spiritual companions
will donation will be collected. To enroll or to gather include ordained, religious and lay people trained in
helping you discover what God has been waiting for you
more information about the programs, please contact
to seek in a closer relationship. To learn more, contact
the Retreat Center at 508-222-8530.
the Retreat Center at 508-222-8530.
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ONLINE GIVING
You are now able to set up automatic giving online. Go
to lasalette-shrine.org, click the ‘Weekly Giving” button.
You will see a grey ‘monthly recurring’ button. Click
that button with the amount you wish to give. It will
be automatically paid from your credit card or bank account. One we receive your first payment, we will send
you coupons you can place in the basket so you too have
a sense of offering your time and talent to God. You
no longer have to stop at the ATM or worry about forgetting your money. We are using a very trust worthy
company called “Blue Pay” which has twice the security
of Paypal. As always we thank you for your generosity.
RELIGIOUS
ARTICLES &
BOOKSTORE
Monday August 15 is the Solemnity of the
Assumption of Mary, a Holy Day.
The Bishops of the United States have agreed that when
such a holy day falls on a Saturday or Monday, the
obligation is dismissed. We will have mass on Monday
the 15th, but it is not a day of obligatory Mass.
2016 ETHNIC PILGRIMAGES
August 6 - Spanish Pilgrimage
August 21 - Polish Pilgrimage
September 3 Boston Haitian Apostolate Pilgrimage
September 11 Catholic Financial Life Pilgrimage (French)
September 18 - Haitian Pilgrimage
September 24 - La Salette International Pilgrimage
September 25 - Portuguese Pilgrimage
October 18 - Hispanic Rosary Pilgrimage
SNACK BAR
OPEN YEAR ROUND
Wednesday to Sunday - 12:00 - 4:30PM
The Snack Bar in the foyer of the Welcome
Center is a great place stop when visiting the
Shrine. Sandwiches, small meat pies, pizza and
soup as well as soft serve ice cream, chips and
candy are featured.
Brother Roger Moreau, M.S.
Snack Bar Manager
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The La Salette Religious Articles and Bookstore
is the perfect place to find a gift for every
occasion! Our selection includes rosaries,
crucifixes, medals, statutes, Willow Tree Angels,
jewelry and music boxes. Books include a
variety of Bibles, Missals and Prayer Books,
spiritual reading and self-help books. With
First Communions and Confirmations quickly
approaching, we’re getting new items in every
day! Come visit us in the La Salette Welcome
Center!
For what occasion do you need a special gift,
book, or greeting card for?
YOU’LL FIND WHAT YOU’RE LOOKING
FOR HERE, AT LA SALETTE.