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SAINT PAUL’S PARISH
HARVARD SQUARE

EST. 1875

ST. PAUL’S CHURCH
Corner of Bow and Arrow Streets
St. Paul’s Parish Center
29 Mount Auburn Street
Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138
(617) 491-8400
FAX (617) 354-7092
www.stpaulsharvardsquare.org
Rev. William T. Kelly, S.T.D.
Pastor and Senior Chaplain
frkellystpaulparish@gmail.com
Rev. Patrick J. Fiorillo
Parochial Vicar and
Undergraduate Chaplain
harvardpriest@gmail.com
Rev. George S. Salzmann, O.S.F.S.
Graduate Chaplain
gsalzmann@gmail.com
Deacon Tim O’Donnell
timodonnell@post.harvard.edu
Deacon Hung Tran
Seminarian Intern
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HARVARD CATHOLIC CENTER
(617) 868-6585
www.harvardcatholic.org
ST. PAUL’S CHOIR SCHOOL
(617) 868-8658
saintpaulschoirschool.us

Mass for the Lord's Day
St. Paul’s Church
Saturday Vigil 5:00 PM
Sunday: 7:30 AM, 9:30 AM, 11:00 AM,
5:00 PM (during academic term)
Daily Mass
Monday - Friday 8:00 AM, 12:l0 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM— St. Paul’s Church
Vespers
Tuesday and Wednesday—6:30 PM
(Parish Center Chapel)
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Every Friday 11:00 AM until noon in the Church
Stay Connected!
Subscribe, like & follow our YouTube and Facebook pages, “St. Paul’s Harvard Square”

Sacraments
Baptism
Please inquire at the parish office
Confession
Saturday 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM Upper Church
Or by appointment
Eucharist
See Mass schedule above
Marriage
Couples planning to marry in the Church should make an
appointment to see one of the priests as far in advance as
possible (at least six months)
Confirmation
Celebrated annually, contact the parish office for info
Holy Orders
If you feel called to consider a vocation to priesthood or diaconate, speak to the clergy here or call the Archdiocese
directly at 617-746-5939 (priesthood) or 617-746-5649 (diaconate) Anointing of the Sick
This Sacrament will take place immediately following the 9:00 AM Mass on the first Saturday of each month, or
please contact a priest at anytime

Second Sunday of Advent
December 10, 2023

Saint Paul Church Cambridge, Massachusetts

Parish and School Staff
St. Paul’s Parish
Rev. William T. Kelly, S.T.D., PASTOR
Rev. Patrick J. Fiorillo, PAROCHIAL VICAR
DEACON Tim O’Donnell
timodonnell@post.harvard.edu
Ms. Anneliese Amburn, RCIA COORDINATOR
rciastpaulcambridge@gmail.com
Ms. Marianne Deramo, CONFIRMATION COORDINATOR
mdconfirmation29@gmail.com
Mr. Douglas Lee, MANAGER OF FINANCE AND OPERATIONS
dlee@stpaulparish.org
Mrs. Nancy Nicolaou, ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR
nnicol@stpaulparish.org
Mr. Brandon Straub ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF MUSIC
bstraub@saintpaulschoirschool.us
Ms. Kristin Tucker DIRECTOR OF FAITH FORMATION K-8
ktucker@stpaulparish.org
Mr. Richard Webster, INTERIM MUSIC DIRECTOR
rwebster@saintpaulschoirschool.us
Harvard Catholic Center
Rev. William T. Kelly, S.T.D., SENIOR CHAPLAIN
Rev. Patrick J. Fiorillo, UNDERGRADUATE CHAPLAIN
Rev. George S. Salzmann, O.S.F.S., GRADUATE CHAPLAIN
Miss Emily Theisen, Director of Marketing and Media
Mr. Doug Zack, DIRECTOR OF ADVANCEMENT
St. Paul’s Choir School
Rev. William T. Kelly, S.T.D., PASTOR
Dr. Thomas Haferd, HEAD OF SCHOOL
Mr. Richard Webster, INTERIM MUSIC DIRECTOR
Mr. Brandon Straub Associate Director of Music
Mrs. Dianne Flaherty, ADMINISTRATIVE ASSOCIATE
Mr. Patrick Moran, ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
pmoran@saintpaulschoirschool.us
Mr. Michael Thekaekara, ORGAN SCHOLAR

Church is Open for Prayer Everyday From
7:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
SACRAMENT of the ANOINTING
OF THE SICK
Offered after the 9:00am Mass on the First Saturday of each month. Those who are facing surgeries or very serious health issues may present themselves to the priest after Mass in the front of the church. Family and friends are most welcome to be present together during the Anointing.
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Fridays 11:00am to Noon in the church followed by Mass at 12:10pm.

Liturgical Calendar
Saturday, December 9
Saint Juan Diego Cuauhtlatoatzin
5:00pm Memorial: Frances Tingle
Sunday, December 10
Second Sunday of Advent
Monday, December 4 Saint John Damascene
8:00am Special Intention: For Martina and pregnancy
Tuesday, December 5
8:00am Memorial: Isabel Zarate
12:10pm Memorial: Andrea and Alexandre Durvernay
Wednesday, December 6 Saint Nicholas
12:10pm Special Intention: Paul Politis and Family
Thursday, December 7 Saint Ambrose
12:10pm St. Paul’s Choir School Fund Intention
Friday, December 8
The Immaculate Conception of the
Blessed Virgin Mary
Saturday, December 9
Saint Juan Diego Cuauhtlatoatzin
5:00pm Memorial: Frances Tingle
Sunday, December 10
Second Sunday of Advent

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)
The parish is always ready to receive adults into the
process of preparation for baptism or reception into Full
Communion with the Roman Catholic Church. Please e-mail rcia@stpaulparish.org for information.
Parish Food Pantry
Non-perishable food donations may be left in the church foyer whenever there is a Mass (Monday-Friday 12:10pm;
Saturday 9:00am, regular Sunday schedule.) The food
pantry is open Saturdays from 10:00am to 11:00am.
Parking for Mass on Saturday & Sunday
Free parking at the Cowperthwaite Garage is available by permit only for those attending Mass on weekends only. Contact the Parish office for a parking application.
New Parishioner Welcome to Saint Paul Parish!
To register, please visit the parish web site, www.stpaulsharvardsquare.org.
Low Gluten Hosts
Low gluten hosts are available. Please speak to one of the priests, in the sacristy, before Mass if you require one.

SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT

ADVENT 2023
CHRISTMAS CONCERT TICKETS
Christmas in Harvard Square
Sunday, December 10 and 17, 3:00pm
Tickets for the Choir School's annual Christmas concert series may now be purchased online at www.saintpaulschoirschool.us
Free parking is available at the Broadway Street Garage on concert days from 2:00-6:00pm, only a nine-minute walk away.
SAVE THE DATE:
CLEAN AND DECORATE THE CHURCH FOR CHRISTMAS!
Join us on Thursday, December 21 at 12:45pm as we clean and decorate the church for Christmas. A fun time is had by all who participate!
Homeless Community Meal Program
The Homeless-Community Meal Program will meet on Wednesdays Dec. 13 and 20. Coffee, tea and bagels are served from 10:00am on. The meal will be served after the noon Mass. Volunteers are needed to bring prepared dishes of comfort food, vegetables, salads, dessert, fruits and juices which can be left with Nancy or put in the kitchen in DiGiovanni Hall or lower church (please label "Meal program"). Volunteers are needed to help set up, serve, eat and visit with guests, and clean up. For information please contact Carol at 617.666.2855 or Mercedes at 617-492-7047.
ST. VINCET DE PAUL SOCIETY GIVING TREE
The St. Vincent de Paul Giving tree is now in the Church front vestibule. The tree is decorated with angels which contain the pertinent information for a gift to be given to a family in need; the small envelopes are for donations to help fund the work that this most important organization does for our needy brothers and sisters in Christ. Please be as generous as your means will allow. Unwrapped gifts, with the SVDP identifying tag, may be left in the parish center office by noon ON or before Sunday, December 17 for distribution to the families that evening.
FR. KELLY’S GREETING CARDS
Fr. Kelly’s greeting cards are available for purchase in the Parish Center Office. Cards are $3 each or 4 for $10. There is a wide selection of cards…they make great Christmas gifts!
INTERNET RESOURCES FOR ADVENT
http://bustedhalo.com/tag/holy-days-seasons
https://www.pray-as-you-go.org/home/

DECEMBER 10, 2023

FOOD PANTRY
Thanks to the extraordinary generosity of our parishioners, the food pantry is able to operate without relying on the food bank. As a result, we can avoid some of the data collection that deters the most vulnerable members of our community. Items that would be particularly helpful at this time include coffee, tea, hot cocoa, jam or other spreads, white rice, mayonnaise, salad dressing, canned fruit, and applesauce. We also get a lot of requests for basic staples like cooking oil, flour, condiments, and seasonings. In addition, the demand for nuts and crackers almost always exceeds our supply.
MASS INTENTIONS AT ST. PAUL’S
Mass Intentions for daily and weekend Masses are being accepted. Masses may be offered to remember those who have died, for those who are ill, as well as in thanksgiving for a birthday, anniversary or for a special intention. Please contact Nancy in the Parish Office during the week for details and to reserve a particular Mass.
SANCTUARY LAMP
The Sanctuary Lamp, which burns for eight days and nights at the tabernacle, symbolizes the presence of Christ and marks the boundaries of holy space in the Church. If you are interested in learning how to donate a Sanctuary Lamp, contact Nancy at 617.491-8400 ext. 303.
Meditations before Mass
The Guardini reading group is currently reading The Lord. If you are interested, please join us at 10:30am on Sundays in the Bishop Boles Conference for about twenty minutes.
CARING FOR THE SOUL
First Monday, 5:30pm—7:00pm Mary’s Room
We are a group dedicated to mutual support and encouragement drawing on prayer and spirituality as a positive resource for those who struggle with mental health issues in their lives or in the lives of those we love. The group is led by Sister Nancy Kehoe. For questions, call Theresa Porier (603.532.8643), Laura Garcia (617.999.4037), or Carol Menkiti (617.666.2855).
MONDAY PRAYER GROUP
The group meets on Mondays, starting at 1:00pm, by telephone. The number to call at 1 pm is 978-990-5000, and the number to enter when prompted is 701118. We read and discuss the Scripture readings of the day, then offer prayers for one another.
CENTERING PRAYER
The Centering prayer group meets on Thursdays from 6:30pm-8:00pm in Mary’s Room and by Zoom. The first meeting of the month includes lectio divina, followed by a period of centering prayer. We are currently reading “Conversation with Christ” by Peter Rohrbach. Readings are provided. All are welcome. For more information, please and Zoom information please contact Susan or Janice (stpaulcentering@gmail.com).
CENTERING PRAYER
The Centering prayer group meets on Thursdays from 6:30pm-8:00pm in Mary’s Room and by Zoom. The first meeting of the month includes lectio divina, followed by a period of centering prayer. We are currently reading “The Center Scriptures, the core Christian experience, by Robley Edward Whitson. Readings are provided. All are welcome. Questions? (stpaulcentering@gmail.com).
MONDAY PRAYER GROUP
The group meets on Mondays, starting at 1:00pm, by telephone. For dial-in instructions contact Bill Wendell (realestatecafe@gmail.com).
CARING FOR THE SOUL
Caring for the Soul meets on the first Monday of the month at 5:30pm in Mary’s Room. Caring for the Soul supports those whose lives have been affected by mental illness, and is working to make our religious communities places of compassion, healing and acceptance. All are welcome. Per the City of Cambridge mandate, all attendees must wear a mask indoors. Group leader is Dr. Nancy Kehoe, RSCI.
CENTERING PRAYER
The Centering Prayer Group is meeting on Zoom on Thursdays at 6:30pm. If you would be interested in joining, contact stpaulcentering@gmail.com.
PROTECTING GOD’S CHILDREN
Reminder that all volunteers must complete a Protecting God’s Children VIRTUS program. You may do so by visiting
www.virtusonline.org.
CENTERING PRAYER
The Centering Prayer Group is meeting on Zoom on Thursdays at 6:30pm. If you would be interested in joining, contact stpaulcentering@gmail.com.

CHECK OUT WHAT’S HAPPENING
AT ST. PAUL’S

PARISH SUPPORT AND FINANCES
Please consider joining electronic giving at the parish:
Online Giving
Account may be set up for a one-time donation,
continuous giving, or for an anonymous
one-time donation
https://app.securegive.com/StPaulParish/dashboard
Or SecureGive App on your mobile device
Text Giving
Text “weekly” and donation amount
(“weekly 10”) to (617) 401-9400
For first time donor, follow reply link to
create account and confirm transaction
For return donor, reply “Y” to confirm transaction
Kiosk Giving
Swipe your credit card in the vestibule.
As always, thank you to past and present benefactors.

Offertory week ending 11/26/23	$2,398
Offertory via mail week ending 11/24/23	$3,250
FY2024 Grand Annual to Date	PENDING
FY23 (11/5/22-2/28/23)
Electronic Giving October 2023	$27,777
FY2024 Offertory (all methods) as of 11/24/23	$256,827
FY24 (7/1/23-6/30/24)	unreconciled

HARVARD CATHOLIC CENTER—STUDENT NEWS

Join us for Mass on Sunday at 5:00 PM. St. Paul’s Church.
Harvard Catholic Center PODCAST
Check out Fr. Patrick’s podcast series,
“The Harvard Catholic,”
which can be found on the bottom of the HCC homepage and all podcast listening apps.

For more information visit ww.HarvardCatholic.org and to register for the weekly e-blast, scan the QR Code.

MONTHLY DINNER AND ADORATION
Thursday, January 4, 2024
6:00pm: Adoration in Main Church and Confession
7:00pm: Indoor Dinner Gathering in DiGiovanni Hall
Come join the graduate student, postdoc, and young
professional community at St. Paul's for our renowned monthly dinners on the first Thursday of each month! Adoration starts at 6:00pm in the main church (Confession also available) followed by dinner in DiGiovanni Hall at 7:00pm. Feel free to come for all or part of the evening! $10 (cash only) donation please.

GRAD STUDENTS, POST DOCS &
YOUNG PROFESSIONALS (GS&YP)

HARVARD BUSINESS SCHOOL MASS
Mass weekly on Sundays at 8:15 PM (during the academic year) at the Harvard Business School Class of 1959 Chapel.
HARVARD LAW SCHOOL MASS
Mass is held on alternate Sundays at 6:30 p.m. (during the
academic year) at Hark Second Floor on 12/3.
YOUNG COUPLES & NEW FAMILIES
Welcoming all young couples and new families to potluck breakfast every third Sunday of the month after the 9:30am Mass in DiGiovanni Hall. Please send an email to saintpaulycnf@gmail.com to get on our mailing list!
VERBUM DEI: GRAD SCRIPTURE AND PRAYER GROUP
Every Sunday from 11:00am-12:30pm, we meet in the
Harvard Catholic Center's student lounge to reflect on this Sunday's readings (giving particular attention to the Gospel) and consider how they can impact our daily lives. No preparation is required; newcomers are very much welcome. Ben Schlanger (benjamin.p.schlanger@gmail.com) Kasey Kimball (kimbalkh@bc.edu)

SATURDAY SERVICE: HOMELESS OUTREACH
Saturday Service with the Missionaries of Charity Every Saturday promptly after the 9:00am Mass, a group of us will carpool to the Missionaries of Charity's convent in Dorchester to help the Sisters with their children's program, women's shelter, and general needs. Please know that all are welcome to join, and you can email Michelle Vaccaro (michelle_vaccaro@g.harvard.edu) with any questions.
Play Without Ceasing
(Board Games Night)
Second and Fourth Friday of the month, 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM Harvard Catholic Center, Mary's Room, Rm 203 and Rm 204
Join us for some fun board and party games and meet your fellow Catholics (and soon-to-be Catholics!). Please feel free to bring your own games, though we will have well enough for everyone. The more the merrier. If you are planning on coming, please text Jack Edmondson at 717.778.7900 or connect through FB messenger.
R&R: Rosary and RELAXATION
Meet Rosary in the Women Doctor's of the Church Chapel
Join us weekly on Thursdays at 7:30pm to pray a rosary and then hangout the lounge at 8:00pm. All are welcome, even for part of the evening! Any questions contact Terry Culpepper tculpepper@g.harvard.edu Note: this will not happen on the first Thursday of the month.
St. Joseph Men's Group
Mondays, 8-9 PM
Boles Room, HCC
ckaminski@mba2025.hbs.edu
Saturday Morning Women's Brunch: bring something to share!
9:30 AM Room 203, HCC Contact Scarlett Rose Ford (scarlettroseford@gmail.com)

SUNG VESPERS WITH THE CHOIR BOYS
Sung Vespers with the St. Paul’s Choir Boys will take place this Thursday, October 26 at 5:30pm in the main church. Everyone is welcome at this beautiful 30 minute service.
ALTAR SERVERS NEEDED
Altar servers play an important role in adding solemnity to our Masses as well as helping the congregation to participate more fully. We are in need of servers at the Saturday 5:00 pm and Sunday 9:30 am Masses. If interested in serving, please contact Nancy in the parish office (nnicol@stpaulparish.org).
GREETERS NEEDED Our greeters perform a vital ministry of hospitality by welcoming parishioners and visitors alike to our liturgies. Are you able to make people feel at home, provide assistance, welcome the stranger? Please consider becoming a greeter! We are seeking more greeters for the 5:00 PM Saturday and 7:30 and 9:30 Masses on Sundays, and especially for the upcoming Christmas liturgies. Training is provided. Contact Deacon Tim at todonnell@post.harvard.edu for more information.
CENTERING PRAYER
The Centering prayer group meets on Thursdays from 6:30pm-8:00pm in Mary’s Room and by Zoom. The first meeting of the month includes lectio divina, followed by a period of centering prayer. We are currently reading “Conversation with Christ” by Peter Rohrbach. Readings are provided. All are welcome. For more information, please and Zoom information please contact Susan or Janice (stpaulcentering@gmail.com).
CENTERING PRAYER
The Centering Prayer Group is meeting on Zoom on Thursdays at 6:30pm. If you would be interested in joining, contact stpaulcentering@gmail.com.
MONDAY PRAYER GROUP
The group meets on Mondays, starting at 1:00pm, by telephone. For dial-in instructions contact Bill Wendell (realestatecafe@gmail.com).
Badaliya & Peace Islands Faith
sharing
St. Paul’s Badaliya Gatherings meet 3:00pm-4:30pm remotely on the third Sunday of every month. Call (781) 395-4391 if you would like to receive the Zoom link.
CARING FOR THE SOUL
Due to the July 4th holiday, Caring for the Soul will meet this month on Monday, July 10 in Mary’s Room from 5:30pm to 7:00pm. We are a group dedicated to mutual support and encouragement drawing on prayer and spirituality as a positive resource for those who struggle with mental health issues in their lives or in the lives of those we love. The group is led by Sister Nancy Kehoe. For questions, call Theresa Porier (603.532.8643), Laura Garcia (617.999.4037), or Carol Menkiti (617.666.2855).
Badaliya & Peace Islands Faith
sharing
St. Paul’s Badaliya Gatherings meets 3:00pm-4:30pm remotely on the third Sunday of every month. Call (781) 395-4391 if you would like to receive the Zoom link.
Caring for the Soul meets on the first Monday of the month in Mary’s Room from 5:30pm to 7:00pm. We are a group dedicated to mutual support and encouragement drawing on prayer and spirituality as a positive resource for those who struggle with mental health issues in their lives or in the lives of those we love. The group is led by Sister Nancy Kehoe. For questions, call Theresa Porier (603.532.8643), Laura Garcia (617.999.4037), or Carol Menkiti (617.666.2855).
CARING FOR THE SOUL
Caring for the Soul meets on the first Monday of the month in Mary’s Room from 5:30pm to 7:00pm. We are a group dedicated to mutual support and encouragement drawing on prayer and spirituality as a positive resource for those who struggle with mental health issues in their lives or in the lives of those we love. The group is led by Sister Nancy Kehoe. For questions, call Theresa Porier (603.532.8643), Laura Garcia (617.999.4037), or Carol Menkiti (617.666.2855).

PASTORAL PLANNING UPDATE FOR
ST. PAUL PARISH
Cardinal Seán O’Malley has announced that St. Paul Parish will participate in Phase IV of the Pastoral Planning initiative – Disciples in Mission. St. Paul’s has been designated as a ‘stand-alone’ parish because of its unique mission within the diocese which supports the territorial parish, St. Paul’s Choir School and the Harvard Catholic Center. It is expected that all Phase IV parishes will be finalized in the Spring of 2016. For more information on Disciples in Mission, please consult http://disciplesinmission.com/

PASCHAL CANDLE
The 2017 Paschal Candle has been donated
in gratitude for many blessings—
Michael Giuliano and Jeannie Gibson.
The Parish is sincerely thankful for this
most generous gift.

5:00pm (University Community Mass—during term)
English as a Second Language Classes
Saturdays at 10:00am— St. Paul’s Parish Center
Contact : David Paradela (dparadel@bu.edu)
All levels welcome to attend
UPCOMING EUCHARISTIC MINISTER &
LECTOR TRAINING
On Saturday, October 7th we will have a training in the main Church for anyone interested in becoming a Eucharistic Minister and/or Lector. The Eucharistic Minister training will be from 9:30am-10:30am and Lector training from 10:30am-11:30am. For more information or if you would like to register for the training, please e-mail
Fr. Murphy at harvardpriest@gmail.com or call him at
617-491-8400 ext. 341.

MISA EN ESPAÑOL
Sunday, Nov ember 24, 7:00pm, in main church.
Confession available in English, Spanish, and Portuguese at 6:00pm in rear confession room.
Do You Know Someone WHO Cannot Make it to Mass?
There are people among us – parishioners, family members, neighbors, and friends - who would like to join us at the Eucharistic table but are prevented from doing so by age, disability or illness. If you know of anyone who is homebound or otherwise unable to come to Mass, and who would like to receive the Eucharist, please let us know by contacting Carolyn O’Hara at (617) 491-8400, ext. 342. or StPaulsCaring@gmail.com, or simply calling the parish office, and requesting a Eucharistic minister to bring communion to them.

To survivors in the Archdiocese of Boston who struggle to process their pain and whose wounds are opened especially wide by the recent round of reports of abuse within the church, please know that the Archdiocese’s Office of Pastoral Support and Child Protection stands ready to provide assistance. We encourage you to contact them at (617) 746-5985. To the survivors and their loved ones, we must again apologize and ask forgiveness. We are committed to the fulfillment of this responsibility as a continuing priority for the work of the Church.

2015 PASCHAL CANDLE
This year’s Paschal Candle has been donated anonymously by generous parishioners. The Candle is given with the special prayer intention that young people who may find themselves discouraged, anxious or depressed may find strength through prayer. The Parish is sincerely thankful for this most generous gift and asks that in your charity you please remember this special intention in your prayers.

2018 PASCHAL CANDLE
This year’s Paschal Candle has been donated by the Why Family. Put their intention here….
The Parish is sincerely thankful for this most generous gift and asks that in your charity you please remember this special intention in your prayers.

Cardinal Seán O’Malley

Cowperthwaite Garage and METERS
Due to COVID-19, renewals season for parking passes to the Cowperthwaite Garage have been pushed out. The Harvard Parking Office will contact us in September. Users should continue to display current hang tags and any access credentials will also be extended beyond the June 30, 2020 expiration. The City of Cambridge has begun giving out tickets on meters. People coming to weekday and Saturday Masses will have to pay the meter now.

Liturgical Ministers: Come and Serve!
As we return to full liturgical celebrations, we invite those who have served in the past as well as new volunteers
to join us Liturgical Ministers: Come and Serve!
We are looking for Lectors, Altar Servers (both young people and adults), and Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (EMHC). Past and new volunteers, please contact Judy Beatrice at judybeatrice1@comcast.net. We also need Greeters and Ushers for Inviting, Well-Ordered, and Reverent Worship. Our Masses during the COVID restrictions have been strengthened by the dedicated service of so many ushers, greeters, and cleaners. Thank you all! If you have been helping us already, please consider continuing your service in one or both of these roles. We also welcome new volunteers.
Contact Deacon Tim at timodonnel@post.harvard.edu or (617) 897-1148. We will provide training for new volunteers and a “refresher” for others to introduce current practices. Scheduling is tailored to your availability, please consider serving even if you often have other weekend commitments or are away part of the year.

Please pray for Peg Corcoran whose funeral Mass was
celebrated last week. Please keep Peg and her family
and friends in your prayers.

EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF THE
EUCHARIST, LECTORS, ALTAR SERVERS AND ushers NEEDED
The Parish is now welcoming liturgical ministers, Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist, Lectors, Altar Servers and Ushers, at weekend Masses. If you are interested, and able to serve, please contact Nancy Nicolaou in the parish office. Training will be provided.

Building a Culture of Life and
Solidarity
Join us as we discuss and view the last 4 parts of the series Into Life. Journey with the Sisters as they explain what it means to walk with a woman who is pregnant and vulnerable. Group meets on Mondays (Mar 20, Apr 3, 17) at 6:30pm in the Boles Conference Room. For info, visit intolifeseries.com.
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE
If you are interested in learning or helping teach English as a second language please reach out to Matt Silas
(msilas3@gmail.com).
St Vincent de Paul Society
Our parish chapter of the St Vincent de Paul Society offers financial assistance to those in need throughout the broader Cambridge community. The assistance ranges from help with utility bills, food, rent and a variety of other living expenses. Our funds come primarily from parishioner donations and, as such, are limited. If you or someone you know needs assistance, please call 781-5661-2048. If you would like to donate, please go to www.svdp02138.online/donate or mail a check to St Vincent de Paul at 29 Mt Auburn St. Thank you for your support. We also have a Venmo link: @svdp02138.
Planned Giving at St. Paul’s
Catholic Community
Planned giving is a way of making a commitment to support the St. Paul’s Catholic Community, Parish, Harvard Catholic Center, Choir School, at a future time — which often ends up being financially advantageous to the donor and their heirs. Planned giving differs from outright gifts to the parish in that we would receive the assets at a future date – when you no longer need them. Assets that are typically used to fund planned gifts include cash, securities, insurance policies, tangible personal property, and real estate. For further information and to learn about the different options that can be made to the St. Paul’s Catholic Community, or if you have already made provision in your will for our parish and would like to be recognized as a member of the Legacy Society, please contact the parish office at 617.491.8400.
Harvard Cowperwaithe parking
renewalS
Parking applications for the Harvard Cowperwaithe garage are now available for the 2023-2024 academic year. Please contact Nancy in the parish office for information.

Becoming Catholic (RCIA)
Are you or someone you know interested in becoming Catholic? For more information, contact
Anneliese Amburn at rciastpaulcambridge@gmail.com.
PROJECT RACHEL SPRING 2023 RETREAT
Project Rachel is a confidential and caring ministry of the Catholic Church that offers hope and healing for women (and men) in pain from past abortions through hope, healing and reconciliation. A Spring retreat is scheduled on Saturday, March 11 and Saturday, May 6, 9:00am to 5:00pm. Registration is required. For more information, call 508.651.3100 or email help@projectrachelboston.com

Planned Giving at St. Paul’s
Catholic Community
Planned giving is a way of making a commitment to support the St. Paul’s Catholic Community, Parish, Harvard Catholic Center, Choir School, at a future time — which often ends up being financially advantageous to the donor and their heirs. Planned giving differs from outright gifts to the parish in that we would receive the assets at a future date – when you no longer need them. Assets that are typically used to fund planned gifts include cash, securities, insurance policies, tangible personal property, and real estate. For further information and to learn about the different options that can be made to the St. Paul’s Catholic Community, or if you have already made provision in your will for our parish and would like to be recognized as a member of the Legacy Society, please contact the parish office at 617.491.8400.

Join us for the 5:00 PM Mass on Sundays at St. Paul’s.
PARKING APPPLICATION RENEWALS
Parking permit applications for the Harvard Cowperwaithe garage are now available for the 2022-2023 academic year. Please contact Nancy in the parish office for info (nnicol@stpaulparish.org or 617.491.8400 ext. 303).
Becoming Catholic (RCIA)
Are you or someone you know interested in becoming Catholic? For more information, contact
Anneliese Amburn at rciastpaulcambridge@gmail.com.

I CAME THAT THEY MAY HAVE LIFE
AND HAVE IT ABUNDANTLY
JOHN 10:10 PRAYER MINISTRY
For babies, little ones and families
www.john1010abundantlife.blogspot.com
Submit prayer requests to:
john1010abundnantlife@gmail.com
A KISS OF MERCY APOSTOLATE FOR
HEALING FROM ABORTION
To be recited after kissing a baby, a child or an
image of the Baby Jesus:
Jesus, I trust in You. With my kiss, convert, heal and reconcile to the Father one soul wounded by abortion. Hail Mary, full of grace. The Lord is with thee… www.kissofmercy.org

You are welcome to send a note to Fr. Murphy at
St. Jerome Rectory, 632 Bridge Street, Weymouth, MA 02191. He would appreciate it. Thank you for your prayers.
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The CatholicTV Network, more commonly know as
CatholicTV, is the oldest Catholic television network in the United States, and is based in Watertown, Massachusetts. There are many wonderful programs available. Below are the cable channels in Cambridge that offer CatholicTV. Take a look today!
RCN Cable Channel 85 Roku Channel 85 Verizon FiOS Channel 296 Xfinity/Comcast Channel 1669
CENTERING PRAYER
The Centering Prayer group meets on Thursdays from 6:30pm-8:00pm in Mary’s Room (Room 202). Our meetings include lectio divina or readings from Fr. Keating or the Christian mystics, followed by a period of Centering Prayer. We are currently reading The Sabbath by Abraham Joshua Heschel. Readings are provided. All are welcome. For more info contact Susan or Janice (stpaulcentering@gmail.com).

Eureka! The Surprising Fun of Academic Life:
Conversations on Teaching, Writing, and Research
2nd Monday of every month at 7:00 PM
Harvard Catholic Center Bishop Boles Conference Room
These 30 minute sessions will include a 5 minute talk followed by rollicking reactions, rebuttals, and general ruckus. Please contact Kasey Kimball (kimbalkh@bc.edu).
Please note: December Eureka on the 1st Monday (the 5th)

Liturgical Ministers: Come and Serve!
We invite those who have served in the past as well as new volunteers to join us in liturgical ministries of St. Paul’s. We are seeking Lectors, Altar Servers (both young people and adults), Eucharistic Ministers (EMHC) and Greeters/Ushers. Please contact Nancy Nicolaou at nnicol@stpaulparish.org.

CAMBRIDGE 5K ANNUAL WINTER CLASSIC
The Cambridge 5K Winter Classic Run takes place on Sunday, December 3 and will impact Putnam Avenue from Mount Auburn Street to Brookline Street from 9:40am to 10:05am. Please plan accordingly when coming to Mass. For more information, contact pvclark@yahoo.com.

HARVARD CATHOLIC FORUM

CHURCH PARKING AREA:
Authorized Parking Only
This is a reminder that authorized parking only is allowed in the church lot in order for spaces to be available for clergy and staff members. For those who attend the weekday 8:00am Mass, there is no shortage of metered street parking. The 12:10 pm Mass might prove to be a bit more challenging, but there are street spaces to be had. On Saturdays and Sundays there are still spaces in Harvard’s Cowperthwaite garage. To obtain a 2019/2020 permit to park in Cowperthwaite, contact Nancy Nicolaou in the parish office, (617) 491-8400. As always we are most grateful for your cooperation!!

Seeking Eucharistic Ministers for the Homebound, Elderly Facilities, and the Hospital
Our parish has a growing ministry offering communion to people who are in the hospital, nursing homes, and elderly housing facilities in our area, and also to people who are homebound due to age, illness or disability. Please consider volunteering! This is a wonderful way to share our Eucharistic banquet with those who are nearby but unable to be with us. You can fit this to your own schedule, on weekdays or weekends. No prior experience is required. We will help with logistics and provide training as needed. If you are interested in exploring this, please contact Carolyn O’Hara at StPaulsCaring@gmail.com or (617) 491-8400, ext. 342.

Thank you to those who have contributed! If you have not contributed, please scan the above code or visit
Bostoncatholicappeal.org/donate-now
Thank you!

TRE ORE - GOOD FRIDAY, APRIL 10
Come and go as you like to watch a video of Bishop Barron’s Reflection, The Seven Last Words of Christ. 11:30am - 2:30pm. Bishop Boles Conference Room

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Thank you for your generosity!

Donations to St. Paul’s Parish may now
be made through venmo!

LEAVE A LEGACY TO THE ST. PAUL’S CAMPUS
Generosity comes in many forms, and it's often the best way for you to support important causes that matter the most to you in your life. St. Paul’s Parish, Harvard Catholic Center, St. Paul’s Choir School (known as the St. Paul’s Campus) has engaged a company called Stelter to provide guidance and best practices when thinking about your own legacy and planned giving. If you would like to learn more about estate planning and how you can help the St. Paul’s Campus, visit, https://harvardcatholic.planmylegacy.org/. At the web site, you can read about Ms. Sharon Gallagher who was passionate about her faith, music and education and how her bequest has ensured her passions continue for generations to come.
9411 or scottpyzik@evkids.org for more info.
The CatholicTV Network, more commonly know as
CatholicTV, is the oldest Catholic television network in the United States, and is based in Watertown, Massachusetts. There are many wonderful programs available. Below are the cable channels in Cambridge that offer CatholicTV. Take a look today!
RCN Cable Channel 85 Roku Channel 85 Verizon FiOS Channel 296
Xfinity/Comcast Channel 1669
ST. PAUL'S PARISH
"90 DAYS NOW FOR YOUR PARISH" Phase II
Please watch Fr. Kelly's message
https://youtu.be/977y-UltEEk
You can still donate to the 90 Days Now for your Parish Initiative. ALL FUNDS GO DIRECTLY TO OUR PARISH. Please visit www.BostonCatholic.org/donate to donate. Remember to choose St. Paul's, Cambridge.