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Mass Schedule
Sunday Mass:
Saturdays at 4:30PM and Sundays 7:30 AM , 8:45 AM and 11AM
Daily Mass:
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Pastor's Desk
When you step out the door and the leaves crunch beneath your feet and you’re debating whether you need a sweatshirt or not, you know change is in the air. Of course, there are so many other signs of this annual change we go through: vacations over, young people returning to school, a good time for planting and here at OLOS, Mass at the Lake.
A few weeks ago, we celebrated that wonderful event. We had a substantial crowd, a beautiful day in a beautiful setting. The signs of God’s goodness were everywhere: parents with the treasure of their children, older parents cared for by their adult children, folks greeting others they hadn’t seen for a while, wonderful participation, our great tradition of prayer and communion and beautiful music. Faith was very much in the air.
It brought to mind a saying of Pope St John Paul II:
Among the many activities of a parish, “none is as vital or as community-forming as the Sunday celebration of the Lord’s Day”
Perhaps, Mass at the Lake this year demonstrated the Holy Father’s sentiment so accurately because of the limits Covid 19 has placed on our coming together for worship.
In any case, gathering for Sunday Eucharist will always offer the vitality and community building that John Paul speaks of. Due to the uncertainty of the times and the circumstances of people’s lives, we expect and understand that some will choose not to return yet. We’re here to welcome you when you’re ready. As Mass at the Lake clearly demonstrated, even a pandemic cannot diminish the gift we are to each other as a community of faith.The bishops of the United States annually designate October as a month set aside to focus on the value of life. It is a time to consider more deeply why every human life is valuable. It’s an opportunity to reflect on how to build a culture that protects life from conception to natural death.
RESPECT LIFE MONTHThis is a time for petition drives for placing questions on the statewide ballot for November 2022 or 2024. Of two recent petitions, the bishops of Massachusetts have endorsed one but not the other.
SIGNATURE DRIVE CAMPAIGNS
The first is an INITIATIVE PETITION FOR A LAW TO PRESERVE THE LIVES OF CHILDREN BORN ALIVE. The bishops encourage support for this as it clearly is in accordance with the teachings of the Church.
The second is an INITIATIVE PETITION FOR A LAW TO REQUIRE VOTER IDENTIFICATION IN MASSACHUSETTS. The bishops do not support this and urge you not to as well. Their comment: “This petition ignores recognition of the effects of past discrimination against minority and immigrant communities and may prevent and discourage certain eligible individuals from exercising their right to vote.”Two area Catholic High Schools announce upcoming Open House dates:
HIGH SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE
BISHOP FEEHAN HIGH SCHOOL IN ATTLEBORO
Open House - October 17, 2021 at 1:00 PM
Entrance Exam – December 4, 2021 at 7:45 AM
XAVERIAN BROTHERS HIGH SCHOOL IN WESTWOOD
In-person Open House – Sunday October 31 – 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Virtual Open House – Tuesday, November 9 – 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
The Archdiocesan Vocations Office is offering a number of informational meetings for men of High School age, College age and Young professional age interested in the priesthood. Consult VocationsBoston.org or call 781 343 1975 for more details.
VOCATIONS
Pope St John National Seminary also offers such meetings for interested men older than thirty. Fr Daly is a recent alumnus of Pope John and would be happy to talk with anyone interested.
For those interested in becoming a Deacon, there are programs for that also. For further information, you can access information at www.bostondiaconate.org or by calling 617 746 5649.
GIVING CARE
We have an alert, elderly parishioner who is looking for someone to help her get going for the day with support in the morning. If interested or you know anyone who is, please call the parish office at 781-784-2265 or email parish@olossharon.org .
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JESUIT REFUGEE SERVICE SPEAKERS TOUR
On Sunday, October 17, St Cecilia’s Parish in Boston will host a presentation by Fr Dan Corrou, S.J, Regional Director for Jesuit Refugee Services in the Middle East and North Africa. His topic will be:
THE COMMITMENT TO DISPLACED PEOPLE IN THE MIDDLE EAST
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Resettle Afghans ~ Volunteer, Donate
Houses of Worship in Sharon are coming together to help Afghan refugees resettle here. OLOS is part of this interfaith effort and we are seeking a parishioner to serve as liaison to the town-wide Coordinating team. Also, we are looking for additional volunteers to help with the many needs this effort will want to meet.
If you are interested in helping in any capacity, please call the parish office at 781-784-2265 or email us at parish@olossharon.org.
If interested in donating, send checks to the parish office at 59 Cottage Street or drop in the collection basket noting Afghan on the memo line. -
Masks
Pursuant to M.G.L. Chapter 111 sections 31 and 104, the Sharon Board of Health adopts a health mandate effective August 23, 2021, requiring face coverings for all persons at all times when inside public spaces or private spaces open to the public. This mandate applies to individuals aged two years and over except where an individual is unable to wear a face covering due to a medical condition or disability. If a customer refuses to wear a face mask or cloth face covering for non-medical reasons, a business may decline entry to the individual.
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Faith Formation Registration Is Now Open
The Office of Faith Formation has spent the summer months getting ready for an excellent upcoming year. If you have participated in the program before, welcome back. If you are new, welcome!
To register for the 2021-22 Faith Formation year, please click here.
Please visit the registration page to learn more about our program offerings for the year, including meeting formats, schedules, and themes. Don't hesitate to be in touch with Monica LaFond (PreK-5th) or Teresa Coda (Middle School and Confirmation) if you have any questions.
We are in need of additional catechists for the PreK-5 program. Help is needed at all grade levels. The commitment is 9:45-10:45 am two to three Sundays a month. Training and lesson plans are provided. If you can help, please contact Monica LaFond. -
Service Opportunities
There are many service opportunities. Please click HERE to see what ways you can help your community.
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Prayers For The Sick & Deceased
Sick:
Anna Fratello, AJ Quetta, David Bowlby, Sarah Glover, Andrew Conneely
Deceased:
Fr. Jerry Hogan, Fr. Vincent "Vinnie" Doolan, Nelson Rebello, Sarah Danca, Gerardine Young, Mary Nelson, Victor Dowdell, Rosalie Hebler, Frank Sestak
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ANNUAL REPORT 2021
Click HERE to view our Annual Report.
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WelcomeThank you for visiting Our Lady of Sorrows Parish in Sharon, MA. We hope you will explore the various features of the website and get to know what Our Lady of Sorrows is all about. We have approximately 1,000 families who are members. At the center of all we do is Sunday worship, a joyful event with a warm atmosphere. We are committed to grow in our faith and to the Lord through serving the needs of others. If you are new to the parish, please register here. We are happy to welcome you and hope for your active participation.Office Hours: Monday through Friday
8:30am to 12pm
Please call or email:
Phone: 781-784-2265
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Today's Readings
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Zoom Bible Study
All are welcome to join our Zoom Bible Study on Wednesday from 10am to 11am.
The group, which meets weekly, includes and welcomes sisters and brothers of other faiths. Our examination of the biblical text honors the bible in both the Hebrew and Christian traditions.We are currently reading Exodus.
For more information email Lynn Jacobs at the parish office at ljacobs@olossharon.org.9-22-2020
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