“He said to them, “Come away by yourselves to a deserted place and rest a while.” (MARK 6:31) Do you spend time, every day, alone and in silence listening to how God is calling you?  If not, you are missing out on a wonderful opportunity to develop a more personal relationship with Him.  Unless we talk and more importantly, listen to God every day, how else will we know how He is calling us?  Consider making a retreat this year, spend some “alone” time with God.

Él les dijo, "Vengan conmigo ustedes solos a un lugar tranquilo y descansen un poco."  (MARCOS 6:31) ¿Pasa tiempo, cada día, solo y en silencio escuchando como Dios lo llama?  Si no, usted está perdiendo una oportunidad maravillosa para desarrollar una relación más personal con El.  A menos que usted le hable y más importante, escuche a Dios cada día, ¿Como saber que Él lo está llamando? Considere hacer un retiro este ano, pase algún tiempo "solo" con Dios.

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St. Joseph-St. Pius X Parish is searching for a Director of Religious Education. Responsibilities include scheduling, recruiting teachers, registrations, etc. Required availability on Sundays and possible one other day of week. Experience not necessary but helpful. Salary negotiable.  If interested please contact the parish office at 508-859-8083 or email stjosephstpiusx759@gmail.com.

Thank you to all the parishes which have sent in changes and corrections for this year's Diocesan Directory. If you recently received a reminder by email from Judy Curini from the Catholic Free Press, please respond ASAP. Thank you!

The Chancery will be open Monday - Thursday from 8 am to 5:30 and closed on Fridays through August 20 inclusive. The building is open by appointment only, but closed to the general public. When visiting please use the front door and call the person you are meeting from the front vestibule to meet you. a phone and directory are conveniently located in the lobby. Visitors who are not fully vaccinated are still required o wear a mask following state and CDC guidelines.