St .

Anthony Shrine
A prophetic, Franciscan, Catholic community welcoming all people through prayer and outreach.
We extend a special welcome to everyone visiting the Shrine for the first time.

Saturday, January 14th Friday, January 20th

100 Arch Street, Boston, MA 02110

Telephone: 617-542-6440 Prayer Request Line: 617-553-4100 The Good Word: 617-542-0502

www.stanthonyshrine.org

January 15, 2017

The Second Sunday of Ordinary Time
Greetings of peace. This weekend we are grateful for the life of Martin Luther King. Courage and steadfastness
are traits that all of us need in our life of the Spirit. Dr. King set a great example for us.
One of the things that I am noticing lately is that housing in the city of Boston is dominating more and more of
my conversation with people. Every type of housing has a different set of concerns: housing for refugees, for
immigrants, for working people, for the homeless, for the poor, for the middle class and for the wealthy. The
Catholic approach is, of course, that every person is made in the image and likeness of God, so every person is
worthy of a home of some kind.
Boston is an economically dynamic city in a rather unforgiving meteorological climate, so the issues around
housing and shelter are more complex than they might be in other parts of the country. I also think that
Bostonians are more compassionate toward the poor than are people in other parts of the country. (Witness our
partners at St. Francis House and the terrific work that they do.)
One thing that Ive learned over the years of working with the homeless is that everyones story is different. We
have in this group the full spectrum of people: the physically ill, the mentally ill, the unlucky, the addicted, the
unskilled, those who are alienated from their families, and, yes, even some tricksters here and there as well.
Interestingly enough, all of those groups also exist within the demographic of people who have homes!
Several people have come to me recently with concrete proposals of actions that we as a faith community might
undertake in order to assist on the issue of housing in Boston. Some of these proposals have offers of funding
attached to them. Other proposals are driven by increasingly desperate needs of particular groups. If you have
any such proposal, or you would like to help someone else implement their proposal, know that I am very
interested in hearing from you. Id like to gather some of the different kinds of talent that exists within our faith
community to move toward some modest solutions.
Right now the Shrine isnt equipped to help a particular person with a housing issue. We dont give money for
rent; we dont shelter people overnight. But there more than enough connected, bright people here at the Shrine
that I believe that we can influence and move an agenda.
Solutions can come to fruition via a number of different paths. We should be open to all of the different possible
ways that a solution presents itself, whether it be via the Spirit, politics, community-organizing, networking,
volunteering, or something else that we cant envision right now.
If you have an idea about housing in Boston, and how the Shrine might help, please contact me at
tconway@stanthonyshrine.org or 617-426-0623.
Have a blessed week!
Fr. Thomas Conway, OFM
Executive Director

Shrine Financial Report

JUL 1 to DEC 31
2015

JUL 1 to DEC 31
2016

Percent
Increase
or (Decrease)

Income
First Collection
Second Collections
Fundraising Income
Grant Income
Mass
Cards
Program Income
Votive Candles
Other Income
Interest Earned
Sale of Real Estate
Wills and Bequests
Total Income

487,000
99,000
943,000
0

576,000
100,000
1,495,000
65,000

18
1
59

78,000
271,000
105,000
51,000
2,000
467,000
137,000
2,640,000

73,000
351,000
105,000
10,000
5,000
0
195,000
2,975,000

(6)
30

HNP Support
Collections Disbursed
Friary
Development
Facilities
General and Admin
Professional Expenses
Program Expenses
Salaries and Related
Depreciation
Total Expenses

273,000
20,000
0
189,000
273,000
199,000
21,000
186,000
728,000
133,000
2,022,000

52,000
22,000
133,000
321,000
253,000
179,000
56,000
273,000
875,000
145,000
2,309,000

(81)
10

Net Ordinary Income

618,000

666,000

Realized and Unrealized

Inv. Gains and Losses

(41,000)

48,000

(217)

Excess of Revenue
over Expenses

577,000

714,000

24

(80)
150
42
13

Expenses

70
(7)
(10)
167
47
20
9
14

Congratulations
to our
2017
Saint John Paul II Catholic Academy (SJPIICA)
is now accepting applications for admission for the
2017-18 school year! SPIICA is an elementary school
with four locations in Dorchester and Mattapan, and
here your child will enjoy a very challenging academic
program in an environment that provides a level of
personal attention that ensures the cultivation of
her/his special gifts. Our school is open to children
from age 2 years 9 months to 14 (grade 8). For more
information, please contact us at 617-265-0019 ext.
7007.

Jubilarians
On the Anniversary of their
Profession as Friars
Fr. Jacques LaPointe, OFM

25 Years

Catholic Schools Week is January 29 February 4

Did you know the

Br. Tony LoGalbo, OFM

50 Years

Shrine is part of
Amazon Smile?
Spread the Word!

Br. Chris Coccia, OFM

60 Years

Prayer Service for Christian Unity

Tuesday, January 24 at 7:00 pm
th

This year marks the 500 Anniversary of the Protestant Reformation.

To that end, a special Prayer Service will be held at the Paulist Center Chapel: 5 Park Street, Boston, MA 02108.
It will be conducted by Father Thomas Ryan, C.S.P. in collaboration with University Lutheran Church of
Cambridge, MA. Please join us, members of University Lutheran Church and all Christians of Boston during the
Week of Prayer for Christian Unity.
T at Park St. and Wheelchair Accessible
www.paulistboston.com

The Emmaus Ministry for Grieving Parents

Serving the Spiritual Needs of Grieving Parents
Whose Children of Any Age Have Died By Any Cause
No Matter How Long Ago
One-Day Spiritual Lenten Retreat
March 11, 2017
St. Anthony Shrine Friary
Register by March 1 at www.emfgp.org
to ensure your space!
Or call Diane, Pauls Mother, at 617-542-8057

The Emmaus Ministry for Grieving Parents

Serving the Spiritual Needs of Grieving Parents
Whose Children of Any Age Have Died By Any Cause
No Matter How Long Ago
One-Hour Brown Bag Retreat
Death is Only the First Day of the Week!
A Much-Needed, Comforting Message for Grieving Parents
Fr. Tom Hartle, OFM
March 15, 2017 12:00pm-1:00pm
St. Anthony Shrine Second Floor Classroom
www.emfgp.org
617-542-8057

Thank you BPD Superintendent

Bernard O'Rourke!

DOWNLOAD THE
SHRINE APP!

Boston Police Superintendent Bernard O'Rourke is

retiring this month from the Boston Police department
after 39 years of serving the community.

Our app is packed

with features to help
you interact with the
Shrine community,
including: Mass and
Confession
schedules, Daily
events at the Shrine,
Information on our
Outreach Ministries.
Find it in the Google
Android App
Store or the Apple
App Store

The Shrine worked with Captain Bernie during the

twelve years that he served as Captain of the
Downtown's District A-1. He was very helpful,
approachable and kind.
Most recently O'Rourke has been in charge of the
Boston Police Departments Bureau of Field Services.
Thank you Superintendent ORourke and best wishes
for a pleasant retirement.

Weekday Rosary Group

Thursdays at 12:30 pm
1st Floor Church
(By the Mary, Mother of God Statue)

Unfailing Prayer to St. Anthony

Blessed be God in His Angels and in His Saints
O Holy St. Anthony gentlest of Saints, your love for God and charity for His creatures, made you
worthy, when on earth, to possess miraculous powers. Encouraged by this thought, I implore
you to obtain for me (request).
O gentle and loving St. Anthony, whose heart was ever full of human sympathy, whisper my
petition into the ears of the sweet Infant Jesus, who loved to be folded in your arms. The
gratitude of my heart will ever be yours. Amen.

We are the Fr. Mychal Judge Recovery Center, a substance abuse counseling and retreat program
here at St. Anthony Shrine in Boston, MA. We currently have openings for individual counseling.
The FMJRC is now open for walk-in appointments on Saturdays at 9am.
There is also be an addiction recovery support group from 11am to 12pm on Saturdays.
If you or a loved one is interested, please contact Anthony Andreottola at 617-542-6400 Ext. 183.

Please visit Br. Sebastians hand-made leather

goods shop. Open Sundays from
9 am to 1:30 pm in the 1st Floor Lobby.
Stay Informed During Winter Storms
The following news stations will report weather-related
closures and delayed openings at the Shrine during the
winter storm season:
CBS
(WBZ Channel 4)
ABC
(WCVB Channel 5)

SENIORS PROGRAM
Wednesdays
10:00 am Mass
10:30 am Light exercise/stretching
11:00 am Activity or Presentation
12:00 Noon Lunch

January Calendar
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18 : The Story of Mario Bergoglio a

presentation by Br. Daniel Murray, OFM
25h: Menu Planning and Sodium a
Nutrition Talk with Samantha Alessi of
Kit Clark Senior Services

7 NEWS
(WHDH Channel 7)
You may also choose to receive an email alert indicating
our closing/delayed opening directly from ABC news.
Information on how to sign up for email alerts can be
found online at: www.wcvb.com (click on the option to
sign up for newsletters and email alerts).

UPCOMING EVENTS FOR YOUNG ADULTS

Wednesday, 1/18 from 6-7pm: Please join us as we
say the rosary as a group!
Sunday, 1/22 from 11am 12:30pm: Brunch-n-Bible
Study at Uno Due Go.
Saturday, 1/28 at 1pm: Movie and discussion with Fr.
Barry.
Sunday, 2/5 at 11:15am: 20s/30s Mass and reception.

Grief Ministry Support Group

Winter Session: January 17 February 21
Tuesdays, 5:30 7:00pm
A six-week support group to those grieving the death of
someone they have loved.
Pre-registration is required because enrollment is limited.
To enroll, please contact Fr. Joe Quinn, OFM at
617-542-6440 Ext. 239 or via email at:
jquinn@stanthonyshrine.org
For more information please see the flier in the lobby.

For more information, please email: sas20s30s@stanthonyshrine.org

Adult Religious Education 3-Part Series:

Discussions about GOD based on
Len Chimbleys Dream
by Michael Henesy, c.ss.r
Facilitated by Fr. Steven Pavignano, OFM
Wednesdays: January 18 & 25 and February 1
12:15 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the 2nd floor Classroom
In each discussion, we will read part of
Lens Dream and discuss it.

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20s/30s Young Adults
LGBTQ Spirituality

After this sheet is completed, please turn it in to the booth in the main lobby of the Shrine.
Alternatively, you can mail it to Fr. Tom Conway, OFM at St. Anthony Shrine, 100 Arch St.,
Boston MA 02110, or scan it and email to tconway@stanthonyshrine.org. Thank you.

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Regular Schedule of
Mass and Confession Times
at St. Anthony Shrine
Mass Schedule
Saturday Mass: 12 PM
Saturday Vigil Masses: 4 PMn (4:15 PM 1st Fl. Church), 5:30 PMn
Sunday Masses: 6 AM, 7:30 AM, 9 AM, 10 AMn, 11:15 AMn,
12:00 PMn (Spanish Mass-1st Fl. Church), 12:30 PMn, 4 PMn, 5:30 PMn
Weekday Masses: 6 AM, 7 AM, 11:45 AM, 12:30 PM, 5:15 PM
Additional Wednesday Mass: 10 AM
Please note: The 5:15 PM Mass on Wednesday is in Spanish.
Holy Day Mass Schedule:

Vigil: 4:15 PM, St.

5:15 PM
Holy Day: 6 AM,
7 AM, 8 AM, 11:45 AM,
Anthony
Shrine
PM, 4:15
PM, 5:15
100 12:30
Arch Street,
Boston,
MAPM
02110
8 AM, 10 AM
(nMusic Masses)
Legal Holiday
Mass Schedule:
617-542-6440
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Confession Schedule

Weekday Confessions (Except Wednesday): 10 AM2 PM, 45:30 PM

Wednesday Confessions: 6:308 AM, 10 AM2 PM, 45:30 PM
Saturday Confessions: 10 AM4 PM
Sunday Confessions: 1:303 PM
Holy Day Confession Schedule: Follows schedule above.
Legal Holiday Confession Schedule: 8:3010 AM
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Second Collection January 21st & 22nd

2nd collection on January 21st and 22nd will go to support
The LGBTQ Spirituality Ministry
LGBTQ Spirituality Group
Wednesday, January 18
5:30 7:30 pm
The LGBTQ Spirituality Group will hold
its monthly meeting this coming
week, Wednesday, January 18, 2017,
at 5:30 pm in the Clare Room.
For more information please contact
Fr. Joe Quinn, OFM at 617-542-6440 Ext. 239

Feast of St. Blaise

Friday, February 3

Blessing of Throats

After each Mass on Friday, Feb 3rd

6am, 7am, 11:45am, 12:30pm

and 5:15pm

REGULAR EVENTS
Monday
Open OA Meeting, Auditorium Classroom
A.A. 12 Step Meeting/12 Traditions Meeting (Closed)

12:15 p.m.
5:45 p.m.

Tuesday
A.A. Discussion Meeting (Open Meeting)
Mens Cursillo Reunion Group

Noon
5:15 p.m.

Wednesday
Remembrance Day for Deceased (3rd Wed.)
Anointing of the Sick - Mass (2nd Wed.)
SA Meeting (Open Meeting), Auditorium Foyer
Womens Spiritual Refl. Group (2nd & 4th Wed)
Grupo Hispano de Oracion
Mass in Spanish
LGBTQ Spirituality (3rd Wed.)
A.A. Discussion Meeting (Closed Meeting)
Bread on The Common (2nd & 4th Wed.)

All Masses
See web
7:00 a.m.
12:30 p.m.
4:00 p.m.
5:15 p.m.
5:30 p.m.
5:45 p.m.
5:45 p.m.

Thursday
S.L.A.A Meeting
Rosary Prayer Group
Mens Spirituality Group (2nd and 4th Thursday)
Lectura y reflexin del evangelio
A.A Big Book Meeting (Closed Meeting)

Noon
12:30p.m.
5:00 p.m.
5:30 p.m.
5:45 p.m.

Friday
SA 12 Step Meeting, Auditorium Foyer
Open OA Meeting, Auditorium Classroom

7:00 a.m.
12:15 p.m.

Saturday
Secular Franciscans Formation (2nd Sat.)
Centering Prayer Group (1st & 4th Sat.)
Vietnamese Secular Franciscans (2nd Sat.)
Secular Franciscans Fraternity Meeting (2nd Sat.)

10:30 a.m.
Noon
1:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m.

Sunday
Emmaus Ministry Prayer/Discussion (1st Sun.)
Healing Service (2nd Sun.)
Rosary, Vespers, Benediction
Hispanic Secular Franciscans (1st Sun.)

11:00 a.m.
1:30 p.m.
2:55 p.m.
3:00 p.m.

Volunteers Needed!
Musician for Latino Masses We are looking for any
volunteers that would like to play in the chorus of the
Latino mass. Interested musicians please contact
Ana Connolly at aconnolly@stanthonyshrine.org.

The Emmaus Ministry

Serving the Spiritual Needs of Grieving Parents
Whose Children Of Any Age Have Died By Any Cause
No Matter How Long Ago
One-Hour Retreat 1st Sunday of the Month
Shrine Auditorium Classroom after the 10 a.m. Mass.
Go to www.emfgp.org
Or call Diane, Pauls Mother, at 617-542-8057.

100 Arch Street, Boston, MA 02110

Telephone: 617-542-6440 Prayer Request Line: 617-553-4100 The Good Word: 617-542-0502

www.stanthonyshrine.org