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, November 25 Friday, December 1, 2017

Telephone: 617-542-6440 Prayer Request Line: 617-553-4100 The Good Word: 617-542-0502
November 26, 2017
The Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe

Greetings of peace. This weekend we celebrate the Solemnity of Christ the King. The occasion is a
reminder to us that our faith transcends the many other loyalties that we already have to our family, our
work, our friends, our neighborhood and schools, even our country.

Christ the King marks the start of the final week of the liturgical year. The new liturgical year begins at
4pm on Saturday, December 2, with vigil celebration of the First Sunday of Advent.

We live in city where we have giants of the Catholic Intellectual Life: the Jesuits! They have a big
presence in the community with Boston College alums and connections everywhere. One of our friars, Fr.
Ken Himes, OFM, is a professor of Theology at BC and another friar, Fr. Damian Park, OFM, is working
on a PhD in Philosophy at BC. The friars are also working regularly with the Jesuit Fr. Peter Gyves, SJ,
and his Boston organization called A Faith that Does Justice. This great organization is planning to
conduct English as a Second Language classes here at the Shrine in the near future. We are privileged to
be working with the Jesuits on this variety of endeavors for the betterment of the Church and its people.

While we recognize the brilliance of the Jesuits and their good work in the Church in Boston, those of you
who know the Franciscans know that there is something about the person of St. Francis of Assisi and his
followers that is equally appealing, sometimes in a way that thats hard to describe. Maybe one way to
explain it is that Jesuits have brilliant minds, and Franciscans have big hearts.

In the coming liturgical year, as something of a spiritual exercise for ourselves, the friars and the staff of
the Shrine are going to reflect on what it means to have a Franciscan heart. Think about our ministries at
the Shrine: confessions, the Food Center, grieving ministries, LGBTQ, recovery from alcohol, substance
or sexual abuse. These are all are matters of the heart. We all want to be loved by God, be whole, be
authentic, be cared for, and be healed. The healing of the heart that comes from these ministries cant be
done via a recipe. It takes healers with big generous hearts.

We friars are grateful for all of the good people who join us in our ministries in various ways. Thank you!

Fr. Thomas Conway, OFM

Executive Director

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 #Giving Tuesday
#Giving Tuesday$100,000 for 10 Arch Street!

Its here#Giving Tuesday is next week November 28. Please join us for this 24-hour global day of
philanthropy.
Our goal is $100,000 for 100 Arch Street. Remember, if we meet our $100,000 goal, we will receive an additional
$50,000 from an anonymous donor.
Wont you help us? Every gift we receive on #Giving Tuesday will support our outreach ministries. Simply go to
our website, stanthonyshrine.org on November 28, and make your gift.
You may also text your gift. Text Donate to 617-712-2233. It is that easy! If you prefer, come to the Shrine on
#Giving Tuesday to make your gift in person. Our friars and members of the Shrine community will be in the lobby
to greet you and accept your gift. We invite you to be as generous as you can. Your gift truly makes a difference.
Abundant blessings to you in this season of giving thanks.

Year-End Gifts
As the end of the year approaches, we invite you to consider making a tax-deductible gift to the Shrine.
There are a number of ways to make this gift.

1. Cash/check - may be given in person or via the U.S mail. Please note that the gift must be postmarked
by December 31 to be counted for a 2017 tax deduction.

2. Credit card Make a gift on line www.stanthontshrine.org with a credit card. Or, you may call the
Development Office (857-206-7243) and give your credit card over the telephone. Our electronic giving
kiosks in the lobby, and at the information booth are two other options for credit card gifts.

3. IRA Charitable Rollover If you or someone you know is 70 or older and has a traditional Individual
Retirement Account (IRA), you can use your required minimum distribution to support the Shrine through
a Charitable Rollover gift. Contact the administrator of your plan and ask that your distribution be a
charitable rollover to the Shrine.

4. Matching Gifts A corporate matching gift is a tremendous way to increase your personal gift to the
Shrine. We encourage you to take advantage of your employers matching gift program.

Thank you for all you do to help us live out the Gospel in Boston. Please continue to pray for all those
whom we serve with love and compassion. If you have questions about making a gift, please contact
Maryanne Rooney-Hegan at (617) 542-6440 ext. 115.

The St. Anthony Counseling Service welcome's

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 Final Essay
The refugee crisis has fallen out of the news cycle. With so much going on in the world,
what was a front-page headline mere months ago is now rarely in any of our daily news
round-ups. But that doesnt mean it isnt happening.

According to the United Nations, An unprecedented 65.6 million people around the
world have been forced from their homes. Among them are nearly 22.5 million refugees,
over half of whom are under 18.

A U.K.-based Syrian human rights organization reported that 3,055 people were killed in
Syrias war in September alone, the highest monthly total in 2017.

And what all of that means is, the 1.3 million Syrians living in Jordan are not going home.
The war isnt ending and even when it eventually does, there is little left for them to go
home to.

When I lived in Syria in 2009-10, I knew it would be a life-changing experience. I was

young and adventurous and I took advantage of every opportunity to travel around the
country, meet new people, eat amazing food and experience all that Syria had to offer.
When I boarded the plane to come home after a year and a half in Damascus, I felt
comfort knowing that I would definitely be back soon. Four months later, the war started.
This life-changing experience that I had just had suddenly took on a very different sort of
significance.

It is hard to comprehend the amount of death, violence and suffering that has befallen
the Syrian people. It is hard to reconcile the Syria I knew with the Syria it has become. I
feel such a personal connection to the cause and I feel grateful to be able to help out as
much as I have through The Syria Fund. And heres the thing: after sitting with
countless refugee families over the last several years, sharing meals together and
hearing their stories, Ive learned that people are resilient and can overcome so much
hardship but they need help to do it.

I wish I could transport you to Jordan to meet the families we work with. Yes there is
sadness, but there is also a lot of hope. The smiles on the faces of the children are what
keeps me going every day to share our story and bring people together to stand with
refugees.

At The Syria Fund, we provide opportunities for refugee families to get a sense of
normalcy back into their lives. In particular, this means making sure that every child has
the right to an education. In 2018, we are expanding our programs to get 450 more
children back into school - will you join us?

Thank you for letting me share my story over the last few weeks. I encourage you to get
in touch.

Email me at lexi@thesyriafund.org. Read our blog at www.thesyriafund.org/blog and

follow us on Facebook @TheSyriaFund. Sending gratitude on this Thanksgiving.

Lexi Shereshewsky is the Executive Director of The Syria Fund.

To learn more about The Syria Fund, please visit: thesyriafund.org

MISSION TRIPS TO CUBA
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to go
on mission to a foreign country?
Do you feel called to spread Gods love and peace
through your words and deeds?
Do you enjoy seeing new places and meeting new people?
Well, if youve ever felt that call to mission now is your chance
to fulfill that dream.
Join the Franciscan Missionary Union on a ONE-week mission
trip to Cuba lead by Bro. Paul O'Keeffe May 19-26, 2018.
On this one-week mission trip you will experience the vibrancy
and beauty of the Cuban people while visiting the cities of
Havana, Remedios, and Trinidad.
Space is limited so please contact Br. Paul O'Keeffe, Mission
trip coordinator, for details at pokeeffe@stanthonyshrine.org
or call 617-542-2964.
"Surviving the Holidays After the
Death of a Loved One""
rd
Sunday, December 3
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Friar's Chapel, Fifth Floor
Holidays are time spent with loved
ones was imprinted on our psyche
from a young age. Holidays mark the
passage of time in our lives. They are
part of the milestones we share with
each other and they generally represent
time spent with family. They bring
meaning to certain days and we bring
much meaning back to them. But since
holidays are for being with those we
love the most, how on earth can anyone
be expected to cope with them when a
loved one has died? For many people,
this is the hardest part of grieving, when
we miss our loved ones even more than
usual. How can you celebrate
togetherness when there is none?
When you have lost someone special,
your world losses its celebratory
qualities. Holidays only magnify the
loss. The sadness feels sadder and the
loneliness goes deeper.
The need for support may be the
greatest during the holidays. Pretending
you dont hurt and or it is not a harder
time of the year is just not the truth for
you. If it wasnt harder you probably
wouldnt be here. You can and will get
through the holidays. Rather than
avoiding the feelings of grief, lean into
them. It is not the grief you want to
avoid, it is the pain. Grief is the way out
of the pain.
There are a number of ways to
incorporate your loved one and your
loss into the holidays. This session will
be presented in a Prayer Service and
participants will be provided with many
ways to assist them during the
Christmas Season.
It is essential to email Fr. Joe or leave a
message on his office extension #239
that you are planning to attend. Please
note: This session is LIMITED to the
first 35 people who pre-register to
participate.
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:
St. PM
Vigil: 4:15 PM, 5:15 Anthony Shrine
Holy Day: 6 AM, 7 AM, 8 AM, 11:45 AM,
100 Arch Street, Boston, MAPM
12:30 PM, 4:15 PM, 5:15 02110
Legal Holiday Mass Schedule: 8 AM, 10 AM (nMusic Masses)
617-542-6440 www.stanthonyshrine.org
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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REGULAR EVENTS
Monday
Open OA Meeting, Auditorium Classroom 12:15 p.m.
A.A. 12 Step Meeting/12 Traditions Meeting (Closed) 5:45 p.m.
UPCOMING EVENTS FOR
YOUNG ADULTS
Monday, 11/27 from 6-7 PM in the 2nd floor classroom Rosary Group. Please
join us as we say the rosary as a young adult community. A rosary and rosary
guide will be available for you. No experience necessary - we will do a tutorial at
the beginning of the meeting.
Saturday, 12/2 at 4 PM in the 2nd floor classroom we will have our annual
Young Adult Ugly Sweater Christmas Party! Don your favorite ugly Christmas
swear and bring a dish to share. We will be ordering pizza, so you must
complete the RSVP form. Email us for details!
Sunday, 12/10 at 1:45 PM Volunteer at the Cambridge Rehabilitation and
Nursing Center (8 Dana Street, Central Square T stop, Cambridge). We are
scheduled to help set up Mass for Seniors and then socialize with the Seniors
after Mass. You must RSVP to participate.
Wednesday, 12/13 from 6-7 PM in the 2nd floor classroom. 20s/30s Advent
Reflection with Fr. Damian. "I am longing for your coming". Christmas comes
every year, the Lord's day comes every week, and the Sun rises every morning
without fail, but Lord, when will you come?
Sunday, 12/17, from 11-12:30, Brunch n Bible Study at Uno Due Go (next door
to the Shrine). We will discuss the 12/17 Gospel and enjoy a BYO brunch. No
Bible or Bible Study experience necessary and we will have you out in time for
the 12:30 PM Mass!
Please rsvp for the above at: SAS20s30s@stanthonyshrine.org
The Second Collection on November 25th and 26th
will go towards The Fr. Mychal Judge Recovery Center
at St. Anthony Shrine.

Tuesday
A.A. Discussion Meeting (Open Meeting) Noon SENIORS PROGRAM
Wednesday
Remembrance Day for Deceased (3rd Wed.) All Masses
December Calendar
Anointing of the Sick - Mass (2nd Wed.) See web
SA Meeting (Open Meeting), Auditorium Foyer 7:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 6th
Seniors Program 10:30 a.m.
Womens Spiritual Refl. Group (2nd & 4th Wed) 12:30 p.m. Annual Bus Trip to LaSalette Shrine in Attleboro, MA
Grupo Hispano de Oracion 4:00 p.m.
Mass in Spanish
LGBTQ Spirituality (3rd Wed.)
5:15 p.m.
5:30 p.m. Wednesday, December 20th
A.A. Discussion Meeting (Closed Meeting)
Bread on The Common (2nd & 4th Wed.)
5:45 p.m.
5:45 p.m.
10:00 am Mass
10:30 am Exercise and presentation by Patti DAngelo,
Thursday
St. Augustine Group (S.L.A.A.) Meeting Noon Certified Personal Trainer, Senior Fitness
Rosary Prayer Group 12:30p.m.
Mens Cursillo Reunion Group (1st and 3rd Thursday) 1:00 p.m. 12:00 Noon Lunch
Mens Spirituality Group (2nd and 4th Thursday) 5:00 p.m.
Lectura y reflexin del evangelio 5:30 p.m.
A.A Big Book Meeting (Closed Meeting) 5:45 p.m.

Friday
SA 12 Step Meeting, Auditorium Foyer 7:00 a.m.
Open OA Meeting, Auditorium Classroom 12:15 p.m.

Saturday The Emmaus Ministry

Secular Franciscans Formation (2nd Sat.) 10:30 a.m. Serving the Spiritual Needs of Grieving Parents
Centering Prayer Group (1st & 4th Sat.) Noon
Vietnamese Secular Franciscans (2nd Sat.) 1:00 p.m. Whose Children Of Any Age Have Died By Any Cause
Secular Franciscans Fraternity Meeting (2nd Sat.) 1:00 p.m.
Rosary Prayer Group 3:30p.m. One-Hour Retreat
Sunday Sunday, DECEMBER 3 after the 10am Mass
Emmaus Ministry Prayer/Discussion (1st Sun.) 11:00 a.m. in the Shrine Auditorium Classroom.
Healing Service (2nd Sun.) 1:30 p.m.
Nurses Spirituality Ministry (1st Sun.) 2:45 p.m.
Rosary, Vespers, Benediction 2:55 p.m. See www.emfgp.org for One-Day and Weekend Spiritual
Hispanic Secular Franciscans (1st Sun.) 3:00 p.m. Retreat Schedules

100 Arch Street, Boston, MA 02110

www.stanthonyshrine.org
Telephone: 617-542-6440 Prayer Request Line: 617-553-4100 The Good Word: 617-542-0502