Weekly Digest

Welcome everyone!
This week at the parish:

• Tuesday - Saint Agnes Playgroup (10:30 am), Fatima Apostolate (7 pm)
• Wednesday - Feast of the Ascension Vigil Mass (4 pm in the Lower Church), Bereavement Meeting, Community Catechesis (7 pm)
• Thursday - Feast of the Ascension, HOLY DAY of Obligation.  Mass times in the LOWER CHURCH: 7 am, 12 noon, 5:30 pm
• Friday - VBS Planning Meeting (9:30 am)
• Saturday - Fidelity House Children's Fun Festival (10 am), Confessions (3 pm)
• Monday - Anointing of the Sick Mass (9 am at Saint Eulalia's Parish), Men's Bible Study (7:30 pm)

Thursday, May 29th, 2014

Feast of Christ's Ascension into Heaven - Holy Day of Obligation

A great day to contemplate again the amazing mystery of Jesus' death, resurrection, and ascension into Heaven. We can also think about the ocean of God's mercy which has been opened up for those who repentant sinners. Eye has not seen and ear has not heard what God has ready for those who love Him! (Isaiah 64:4) Saint Agnes Mass times are as follows.

All Masses are in the LOWER CHURCH.

Wednesday, May 28th - 4 pm

Thursday, May 29th - 7 am, 12 noon, 5:30 pm

Saint Agnes Family Playgroup - CHECK BEFORE YOU LEAVE!

Now that we are in summer mode, we will be holding Tuesday playgroups outdoors at nearby parks. To print a written schedule of our summer playgroup locations, please click here. To see a map of our summer park schedule, please click here.

This Tuesday, May 27th, we will meet at Robbins Farm Park (56 Eastern Ave., Arlington) at 10:30 am. This park is on a beautiful hill, has lots of play equipment, is good for KITES and also SANDBOX toys!  Please bring your own lunch and join us!

**NOTE THAT our outdoor summer schedule is highly dependent on good weather. If the weather seems questionable, please check your email or the blog page before you leave for playgroup. In case of rain, our usual rain location will be at Fidelity House, 25 Medford St., Arlington. Thanks!**

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Can you help the Rose Drive?
Saint Agnes Respect Life Parishioners are looking for volunteers to help distribute silk roses and collect donations after the Masses, June 14-15th, for the Father's Day Rose Drive, to benefit MCFL.  The funds raised will help Massachusetts Citizens for Life continue their educational and lobbying efforts to defend the  Right to Life of the unborn, the disabled, and the elderly.  If you are able to help sell roses after one of the weekend Masses, please contact Eileen Cahill at 781-643-5915 (EileenTigheCahill [at] gmail.com, or Tom Harvey (THarveyEsq [at] aol.com).

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Children's Way of the Cross

Did you take your children to the beautiful Children's Way of the Cross this past Lent?  This is such a great ministry for our parish.  However, Tricia Sheehan, who has coordinated for many years is looking for new parents to take on this annual devotion!  If you are able to give yourself in service this way, please contact Tricia Sheehan (781-648-7709).

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Training for Catechesis of the Good Shepherd

The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd is a Montessori-based religious education program that addresses the religious potential of children ages 3-6 (Level 1).  It is in its 11th year at our parish.  Please consider joining us in this beautiful ministry!  Part 1 of a 2-part catechist training course takes place July 7-12, 2014 (part 2 to take place July 2015) in Clinton, MA.  The cost of Part 1 of the course is $200.  For more information, please contact Kateryna Cuddeback at 617-504-3028 or kcuddeb [at] gmail.com

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Project Rachel
Project Rachel retreats help women find hope, healing and reconciliation after abortion.  If you or a loved one is suffering from post-abortion pain, contact Project Rachel about upcoming "Come to the Waters of Healing" retreats on Saturdays, February 22, March 29, or April 12.  Contact Project Rachel  at help [at] ProjectRachelBoston.com or 508-651-3100.  All inquiries are confidential.

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FALL 2014 REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR OUR WONDERFUL PARISH SCHOOLS!

FIDELITY HOUSE - Preschool and Pre-K

SAINT AGNES GRAMMAR SCHOOL - Pre-K through Grade 8

Links to these websites are located at the top right-hand of the blog page.

When you invest and involve your family here, you can participate

in the evangelical mission and service of these community resources,

which are offered by - and in the long tradition of - our very own Catholic Church.

Financial Aid is available.  WOW!