Stewardship Reflections for Bulletins

32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
“Therefore, stay awake, for you know neither the day nor the hour.” (Matthew 25:13) Many of us have put off doing something because we think we are too busy.  We’ve all said, “I’ll do it later when I have time.”  Unfortunately, too many of us apply this attitude to our Faith.  Jesus’ call is urgent, in the here and now, in your current circumstances.  How is God calling you to use your gifts today?  Don’t delay.  None of us is guaranteed tomorrow.

Trigésimo segundo Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario
Por lo tanto, estén atentos, pues no sabemos ni el día ni la hora.” (MATEO 25:13) Muchos de nosotros postergamos hacer algo porque pensamos que estamos demasiado ocupados.  Todos hemos dicho alguna vez, “lo haré más tarde cuando tenga tiempo”. Desafortunadamente, muchos de nosotros aplicamos esa actitud a nuestra Fe.  El llamado de Jesús es urgente, aquí y ahora, en nuestras circunstancias actuales.  ¿Cómo lo llama Dios a utilizar sus dones en este momento?  No lo deje para más tarde.  Ninguno de nosotros tiene garantizado el mañana.

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Vocations Reflections for Bulletins

Bulletin inserts in English and Spanish for vocations awareness.
For weekly Vocations Intercessions, CLICK HERE for English  (en espanol)

Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time 
“Keep watch, because you do not know the day or the hour.” (Matthew 25:13) Jesus calls us to be ready, attentive, and faithful to His invitation. Priesthood and consecrated life ask for hearts that remain vigilant, prepared to serve God and His people with generosity and love. Pray for guidance and clarity in discerning how He may be calling you to serve. Talk to your priest or reach out to the Vocation Office at (508) 630-4473or via email: donato.infante@worcesterdiocese.org.

Trigésimo segundo Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario
“Por tanto, estén atentos, porque no saben ni el dia ni la hora.” (Mateo 25:13) 
 Jesús nos llama a estar listos, atentos y fieles a su invitación. El sacerdocio y la vida consagrada requieren corazones vigilantes, preparados para servir a Dios y a su pueblo con generosidad y amor. Orad por guía y claridad para discernir cómo os puede estar llamando a servir. Hablad con vuestro sacerdote o contactad con la Oficina de Vocaciones al (508) 630-4473 o por correo electrónico: donato.infante@worcesterdiocese.org 

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Trivium School Open House, Lancaster
On Sunday, Nov. 8 from 1:00-3:00 pm, Trivium School, a Catholic independent school, serving grades 7-12, that offers a classical education for boys and girls will be holding an Open House. Trivium School is located at 471 Langen Road in Lancaster, Massachusetts.  For more information, please visit the website at www.triviumschool.com or call 978-365-4795.

Christmas In Acadia Fair in Leominster
St. Cecilia Parish Christmas In Acadia Fair will be on Friday, Nov. 13 from 5:00 -8:00 pm and Saturday, Nov. 14 from Noon - 6:00 pm. Traditional French-Canadian foods featuring Poutines, Rapee, and Fricot. Or choose from an extensive kitchen menu and end your meal at the pie booth or the baked goods table. Acadian Auction, Major Raffle of four prizes of $1000, Theme Baskets, variety of handmade craft items and a large Flea Market available for your enjoyment. There will be face painting and a variety of game booths for children of all ages! Free picture with Santa on Saturday from 2:30-4:30pm.  Live entertainment on Saturday including a Live Auction at 4 pm!

Christmas Village Holiday Fair in Leominster 
On Saturday, Nov. 28 from 11:00 am-5:00 pm and Sunday, Nov. 29 from 8:45 am-2:00pm, come to Holy Family of Nazareth Parish, Leominster and enjoy hot cocoa, photos with Frosty, homemade baked goods and apple crisp, and a handmade candy shop. Kids can get creative with crafts at Santa’s Workshop, while visitors browse handcrafted gifts, explore the Christmas Village with train, and find ornaments in the Christmas Corner.  There will also be holiday greens and flowers, Advent items, beautifully handcrafted rosary bracelets by Saintly Style LLC, and much more! 

Christmas Fair in Upton
On Saturday, Dec. 5 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm, St. Gabriel’s Church Christmas Fair has a wide variety of fresh balsam wreaths, cemetery baskets and tabletop arrangements. Raffles on Theme Baskets, Gift Certificates and a lottery for a scratch cards valued at over $450 as well as an Amazon Gift Card raffle valued at $200 will be available.