Paulist Center Boston
Bulletin for August 28/29 and September 4/5, 2010

(The PDF of the bulletin as printed is here.)

Strategic Planning
The Paulist Center is initiating a strategic planning process that will create a plan for the Center for next several years. Fr. Paul Huesing, CSP, our Director of the last three years, Fr. Frank Desiderio, our new incoming Director, along with the Pastoral Council, the Staff, and a diverse group of community members referred to as "the Futuring Team," have begun working with The Reid Group from Seattle, WA on this process. There will be three Friday evening/Saturday day "Planning Retreats" the weekends of September 17/18, October 15/16 and November 19/20 that we are asking the entire community to set aside to attend at the Center. There will be more information coming in the next few weeks at mass, in the bulletin and through constant contact emails. If you are not receiving emails from the Center, it means that we do not have your information in our database. Please email Patty Simpson at pattypcc@aol.com with your email if you wish it to be added to your Center database information. We look forward to this exciting process and hope that all of our community members will join in the process.

Religious Education at the Paulist Center
The 2010-2011 brochures have been mailed out and are also in the racks in the back of the chapel. Please use the registration form in the brochure to register your child for our Little People’s Program (ages 4 & 5), Religious Ed grades 1-6, the Jr. High Youth Group, Sr. High Youth Group and the sacramental preparation programs: Confirmation, 1st Communion and 1st Reconciliation. Questions? Contact Susan Rutkowski susanrutkow@aol.com or at 617-948- 2426.

In Memoriam: Fr. Jim Moran, CSP
We mourn the death of Fr. James W. Moran, CSP who died on Sat., Aug, 7, 2010, after a long battle with cancer. Fr. Jim was a much beloved priest with a keen but down to earth intelligence, large compassionate heart and whip smart wit. Jim made many friends as Associate Director of the Paulist Center from 2004 to 2006. Throughout his priesthood Fr. Jim served the Paulists as VP, Director of Novices and Associate Director of Formation. He served as campus minister at UConn, University of California at San Diego and UCLA. He also served congregations in Rome and Seattle. From 2004 to 2010 he was director of the Landings program of which he said, “Being involved in the ministry of reconciliation was a wonderful gift to me and an opportunity to serve people who feel alienated from God and the church.” A memorial Mass for Fr. Jim will be held on Tues., Sept. 7 at 7pm at the Paulist Center. Please join with us to celebrate Jim’s life and keep his family, the Paulists, and all those whom Jim served in your prayers.

The Saint of 9/11 Film Night on Friday, September 10
Join Paulist Rick Walsh Fri., Sept. 10 at 7pm in the Library for a viewing of the film The Saint of 9/11, a documentary on the life of Franciscan Father Mychal Judge, a chaplain with the FDNY who died during the World Trade Center attack nine years ago. Humorous and touching anecdotes from those who knew him make this a moving and thoughtprovoking film that will prompt good discussion.

Teachers Needed for the 2010-2011 Season!
Calling all teachers! Please consider volunteering for next year. The children of our community need you! Questions? Call Susan Rutkowski at 617-948-2426 or SusanRutkow@aol.com.

Emergency Food Pantry
Our food pantry is low on Ramen Noodles, jelly, tuna, stews, condiments (especially mayo), tea & coffee, cereal and rice. Please consider dropping off these items in the baskets located in the Mary Alcove in the chapel. Thank you!

Volunteers Needed for Supper Club!
Come by 5:30/45 to get an assignment. We start serving at 6 and are out by 8. Contact Emily Hankle at ekayhankle@gmail.com with any questions.

Congratulations
To Penny Haney and Tom Beard on the birth of their twins, Sydney Grace Beard and Thomas William Beard

Confirmation 2011
Our preparation program for the sacrament of confirmation will start in September. Please register your child using the Family Religious Education brochure registration sheet. Dates and meeting times are outlined in the brochure. Questions? Call Susan Rutkowski at 617-948-2426 or susanrutkow@aol.com.

The Vatican and Women: Rules and Reactions
New rules issued by the Vatican seem to link attempts at ordaining women with pedophilia as among the “most serious crimes.” Women attempting to be priests, and those who try to ordain them, already faced automatic excommunication, but the new decree states the action is “a crime against sacraments.” While sexual abuse is a "crime against morality," the attempt to ordain a woman is a "crime against a sacrament," referring to Holy Orders. What was actually stated in the document? What is the Vatican position? What is your position? How do you feel? A dialogue session on this topic will take place on Tues., Sept. 14, the Feast of the Holy Cross, 7pm. Facilitated by Bob Bowers, all are welcome. Info: Office of Outreach and Reconciliation. 617-948-2422 or robertobowers@yahoo.com.

The Church: A Spiritual Home for Gay and Lesbian Catholics?
This summer a formal dialogue session took place here at the Paulist Center around the issues of Catholics who are gay, their families and their children, especially in light of local church leadership and pastoral responses to concerns regarding children in Catholic schools. A group has formed to continue dialogue and discussion on this and related topics. Participants are gay and straight and will be meeting in the fall for further conversation. Community members interested in joining the dialogue are invited to register. More information or to register: contact Bob Bowers at the Office of Outreach and Reconciliation. 617-948-2422 or robertobowers@yahoo.com.

Back To School Drive!
For the next few weeks, we are asking Paulist Center members to participate in our Back-To-School Drive by purchasing school supplies or gift cards for children and families in need. You may purchase paper, pads, binders, pens, pencils, markers, calculators, backpacks, etc., or a gift card to a store like Target, Walmart, CVS, or RiteAid so families could choose their own supplies. Low income children who visit the neurology clinic at Children’s Hospital Boston will be the recipients of your donations; these include kids with autism, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, mitochondrial disease, ADHD, etc. Community member Christine Monterio is a social worker for this program, and will distribute supplies to families. Supplies can be dropped off during the week at our front desk or on weekends in the baskets in the Mary Alcove or Food Pantry in the elevator lobby. You can also send to Susan Rutkowski, Paulist Center, 5 Park St., Boston, MA 02108.

Thinking about Becoming a Catholic?
Join Rick Walsh, CSP and Bob Rivers, CSP for an “inquiry class.” The purpose of this session is to answer any questions that you may have about the Church in general or about joining the Catholic Church in particular. Come with your questions. You make no commitments and no pressure will be applied to join the Church. Contact either Rick or Bob for upcoming dates and more information: Rick at 617-948-2424 or bmwcsp@yahoo.com or Bob at 617-948-2406.

Paulist Center Family Retreat
Will take place on Columbus Day weekend, Oct. 9-11. The new location is Briarwood Retreat Center in Bourne MA (about an hour from Boston), right on the water and beautiful! The rates are $55 per night per adult (that includes meals) and $40 per child per night. All children will be charged the child rate (that means even 20 year olds are children!). Families with more than 2 children, will only be charged $20 a night for each additional child. Activities will include group sessions, discussions on spirituality, adult time (!) as well as kayaking, swimming and volleyball. Looking for teens to come on Friday to plan and help with the other children. All are welcome! For more information, please call Susan Rutkowski at 617-948-2426 or susanrutkow@aol.com or Chris Cichello at 617-835-6594 or christine.cichello@bc.edu

Volunteers Needed for Supper Club! Set Up- Food Service- Clean Up
Supper club runs on volunteers helping to set up tables, serve drinks, food, dessert and clean up when dinner is done. During the school year we are blessed with large groups from local colleges, high schools, churches and business. However, during the summer these groups tend to take vacations. So, we are calling on our Paulist Center Community to come help volunteer, any and/or every Wednesday night. Come by 5:30/45 to get an assignment. We start serving at 6 and are usually all cleaned up by 8. Come earlier if you can to help set up the tables. For all of you who already come, we Thank You! If you cannot make it on Wed night we are also in need of lemonade/ punch/tea drink mixes. During these hot Boston months our guests are very appreciative of cold drink varieties. You can drop them off in the designated box in the Mary alcove in the Chapel. Please contact: Emily Hankle at ekayhankle@gmail.comwith any questions.

The 2011 Isaac Hecker Award
Why wait for the fall rush?? Nominate your favorite Catholic committed to peace and justice now while you're relaxed and daydreaming on the beach! (We know you all daydream about justice-related topics!) For more information, please see the guidelines in the racks in the back of the chapel. Or call Susan Rutkowski at 617-948-2426 or susanrutkow@aol.com.

Crossing Borders: Migration, Theology and the Human Journey
This fall & winter, the Paulist Center will co-host with St. Anthony Shrine a Just Matters module on IMMIGRATION. Sessions will run on various Tuesdays from 6-8 pm. The following are the dates and corresponding topics:
10/5 – Contemporary Debate & Public Policy
10/26 – History of Migration
11/9 – The Bible & Migration
11/23 – Foundations of Migration
12/7 – Migration & Catholic Social Teaching
1/4 – Slavery in America
1/18 – The Human Face of the Migrant
2/1 – The Eucharist & a Theology of Migration
There is a nominal fee for books and a $5 offering per session. Please register by calling Susan Rutkowski at 617- 948-2426 or SusanRutkow@aol.com.

Dementia Support Group
The next meeting of our Paulist Center Dementia Support Group will be on Thurs. evening, Oct. 14 at 7pm in the third floor library. This group is for those who have a loved one with dementia. For information, contact either Diana Farley at jdfar12@aol.com or 617-714-3074 or Oz McConathy at ozjen@verizon.net or 617-738-5416

Thinking of Setting a Marriage Date
Registered members of the Paulist Center Community (PCC) who would like to have a wedding ceremony at the PCC should contact a priest on staff at least six months prior to the desired date for the marriage. Community members getting married in a Catholic ceremony elsewhere with the Catholic Church’s approval should also contact a priest on staff here at least six months prior to the wedding date. Typically, marriage preparation occurs where you normally attend services. Please note that only established members of the PCC can be married at the Paulist Center.

Jungian Analysis with Paulist Father Robert Baer
Fr. Baer is a Swiss-trained Jungian psychoanalyst with 25 years of practice in Boston. He now resides and practices at the Paulist Center. Dream interpretation is a key to self-understanding and a Jungian specialty. He is accepting new clients. A donation according to your means is appreciated. He can be reached at 617-948-2413.

Spiritual Direction
is available at the Center for persons who wish to deepen their Spiritual Life. Sister Kathleen Hagerty, CSJ, is available to see persons who are interested. Spiritual Direction is an opportunity for one to reflect and share their life and prayer experience and be guided in their search for God. Sister Kathleen— 781-480-3836. A donation of $10-$25 is suggested.

COMMUNITY EVENTS

Catholic Charities Labouré Center
in South Boston is starting a Nurse Aide/Home Health Aide training program in the fall. Labouré Center is conveniently located on the Red Line near the Broadway T stop. Nurse Aides and Home Health Aides are among the fastest growing occupations in the U.S. This program is designed to accommodate both persons who are currently employed and persons who are unemployed. You do not need a high school diploma or a G.E.D. to become a Nurse Aide or a Home Health Aide. The cost of the program is $850. Payment plans will be offered and some financial assistance may be available. For more information, please contact Megan James at (617) 464-8544 or megan_james@ccab.org.

CALENDAR

Boston Common Garage
Validated parking available at One Beacon Street garage (turn LEFT at bottom of garage ramp) all weekend and after 4pm weekdays for $8.00. Validate your own ticket with stamp on shelf in chapel vestibule during masses or in reception office during weekday evenings. Or purchase a book of 20 tickets good for the Boston Common Garage on Charles Street for $110 at the garage office ($5.50 per use) good for the same hours. Single tickets are available in the reception office during weekday evenings and after some weekend Masses.

Community Gift
Any community member interested in nominating an organization to be the recipient of one of our Community Gifts (5% of weekend collections), please send a note to Ginger Ferreira, our Administrative Assistant, with the name and address of the organization, its purpose, and the reason you would like to have them receive one of our gifts. If there is a particular time of year that would be especially appropriate for the awarding of the gift, please also include that information in the request. Contact Ginger at 617.498.2427 or email at fiveparkst@aol.com

Credit Card Giving!
Our bank, Wainwright Bank & Trust, has made it possible to contribute to the Paulist Center with your credit card. Use this link to connect to the Paulist Center www.communityroom.net, and follow the prompts for donating. Please indicate in the memo field provided the intent of your donation (weekend, Easter, campaign, etc.), and be sure you get all the way to the receipt screen. If you do not get to this screen, your donation has not been processed and we will not receive your intended contribution. Thank you!

Set-Up Your Own On-Line Giving!
Vanco Services, who has handled our recurring credit card and bank account giving for several years, has made available to us the ability for you to set up your own on-line giving without having to route your form through the Center. Please go to www.paulist.org/boston & click on “Give to the Paulist Center.” You may also, of course, still fill out a paper form and send it to Patty Simpson if you prefer. Please call Patty at 617-948-2428 or email her at pattypcc@aol.com with any questions. Automatic recurring donations to the Center are a huge help to us in our ministry. Thank you for your generosity to the Paulist Center.

E-Service Direct Deposit
The forms to arrange to have direct deposit contributions to the Center are available in the racks, and  here on this website.

Matching Gifts
In the past few years, due to some changes in the wording of the law, many companies have been able to include churches in their matching gift programs as long as they are qualified 501(c)3 organizations, which the Paulist Center is. If your company offers a matching gift program, please check to see if you can have your donations to the Center matched. If you have any questions, please call Patty Simpson at 617-948-2428. We appreciate all donations. Thanks!

Mass Cards
Please stop by the reception area during the week or call Vusie at 617-742-4460 if you would like to arrange to purchase a mass card in memory of someone who has died, in honor of a special occasion,, or for the special intentions of yourself or a loved one.