“For you were called to freedom, brothers and sisters.  But do not use this freedom as an opportunity for the flesh; rather serve one another through love.”   (GALATIANS 5:13)  We like to celebrate that we are free to “live the good life.”  We can do what we want, anytime we want, with no regard for laws.  But, Jesus calls us to a different kind of freedom.  St. Paul reminds us that by imitating Jesus we are freed from becoming a slave to our own self-interests and desires, so that we can serve one another.  We are free to share our gifts and promote God’s work on earth to glorify His name and not honor ourselves.

13^o Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario 

Hermanos, Dios los ha llamado para ser libres,   pero no permitan que la libertad sea una excusa para dar rienda suelta a sus pasiones. Mejor ayúdense por amor los unos a los otros.   (Gálatas 5:13)  Queremos celebrar que somos libres para “vivir la buena vida”. Podemos hacer lo que queramos, en cualquier momento, sin respeto a las leyes.  Mas bien, Jesús nos llama a una clase de libertad diferente.  San Pablo nos recuerda que al imitar a Jesús nos liberamos de transformarnos en esclavos de nuestros propios intereses y deseos, de manera que podamos servirnos los unos a los otros.  Somo libres de compartir nuestros dones y promover la obra de Dios en la tierra para glorificar Su nombre y no para honrarnos a nosotros mismos. 

 

“As for you, go and proclaim the kingdom of God.” If you are considering a vocation to the priesthood, diaconate or consecrated life, contact the Vocation Office at (508)630-4473or email: donato.infante@gmail.com.

Decimotercer Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario 

"En cuanto a ti, ve y proclama el reino de Dios." Si está considerando una vocación al sacerdocio, diaconado o vida consagrada, comuníquese con la Oficina de Vocaciones al (508)630-4473o envíe un correo electrónico a: donato.infante@gmail.com.

Come to St. Joseph Parish in Charlton for this six-week retreat as a way of developing a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ through his mother, Mary. To be held on Mondays, July 11 through August 15 from 6:30 – 8:00 pm at the parish in the "cornerstone". The book and video program are part of the Hearts Afire series by Fr. Michael E. Gaitley, MIC, director of evangelization for the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception in Stockbridge. Together we will prepare our hearts for a total consecration to Mary. Four major saints who had a deep devotion to Mary will be highlighted: St. Maximillian Kolbe, St. Teresa, St. John Paul II and St. Louis de Montfort. Cost for the materials is $29.95 and includes a book and workbook. Please sign-up on our website: www.stjosephscharlton.com/33-days-to-morning-glory and you can order the books online from that site (copies available for those in financial need). For questions, please call Susan Montville at 508-735-3269. 

The Self-Assessment Forms were sent by Flocknote to all parishes and schools in mid-May. June 14 was the deadline to return the forms to TINA ROMEO by fax 508-753-7180), US Mail to the chancery or email (tromeo@worcesterdiocese.org). CLICK HERE for a link to the page on our website where you can download the forms if you cannot find them (scroll down to near the bottom of the page). All parishes and schools are required to fill out the forms as part of our national audit compliance process. Thank you.

A few parishes have yet to send them in  - Please send your Pew Count Forms from the weekend of June 5 asap to Tina Romeo at either tromeo@worcesterdiocese.org or by fax: 508-753-7180

Beginning this Friday, June 24, the Chancery Offices will be CLOSED on Fridays until after Labor Day. The building continues to be open by appointment only. Offices are generally staffed Monday though Friday  from 8 am to 5:15 pm for the summer. Please enter by the front lobby for appointments and call the person you are meeting with to let them know you have arrived. Thank you.