Weekend Masses are held
Saturdays 4:00 pm
and Sundays 8:00 & 11:00 am.

 Weekday Masses are held
Monday - Thursday at 9:00 am
 In the light of the continuing and specific danger presented by this virus to older people and those with certain health conditions, the obligation to take part in the Mass on Sundays and Holy Days of Obligation continues to be lifted.

Daily Mass will be celebrated at 9:00am from Monday thru Friday during Lent.

Stations of the Cross
Deacon Jim will host the Stations of the Cross every Friday evening at 6:30 pm in Lent.
All are invited. 

Confessions will be available on the following Tuesday evenings from 7:00-7:30 pm
March 9                    March 23                  
Confessions are also available on Saturdays from 2:30 to 3:00 pm
or any time by appointment

Religious Education News
    We have decided NOT to have students return in person. We take the safety of our students and teachers as the highest priority. We cannot guarantee their safety in our facility which does not lend itself to social distancing.
We continue the present policy of at home learning for all grades except for the Sacramental Students in First Communion/Penance & Confirmation.
In person classes for the Sacramental Programs will begin at follows.
Confirmation Class Sundays, from 9:45 - 10:45 am in church with Deacon Jim.
First Communion Classes Sundays, from 9:45-10:45 am in the hall with Mrs. Sideleau.
 

The social guidance all individuals must follow
to reduce the risk of new COVID-19 transmission:
• Cover your face
• Wash your hands
• Socially distance - six feet apart at all times
• Be vigilant for symptoms
• Stay home if you feel sick

All places of worship shall limit occupancy to 25 percent of the building’s maximum permitted occupancy level as documented in its occupancy permit on record with the municipal building department or other municipal record holder. The occupant count shall include all persons inside the place of worship, including attendees and staff.
This is a maximum of 70 total for St. Vincent de Paul Church.

     A Prayer in Time of Pandemic

O God, whose Only Begotten Son bore the weight of human suffering for our salvation, hear the prayers of your Church for our sick brothers and sisters and deliver us from this time of trial. Open our ears and our hearts to the voice of your Son: Be not afraid, for I am with you always. Bless all doctors and nurses, researchers and public servants; give us the wisdom to do what is right and the faith to endure this hour, that we might gather once again to praise your name in the heart of your Church, delivered from all distress and confident in your mercy. Through Christ our Lord. Amen

Partners in Charity
Our agencies and ministries are faces of hope to so many people during this pandemic. Your pledge or one time gift is a tangible way to be a ‘face of Christ’ to the world  through your support of the 27 agencies and ministries which rely on this appeal for the funding each year.   And you, in turn, share in the joy of bringing hope into the lives of those we serve. Text giving is hands down the easiest and most secure way to give. If you know how to send a text message, you can make a gift to Partners in Charity in seconds on your phone .  Best yet, our parish will receive credit! Text donate to 84576. In addition to giving you can also view the 2021 appeal video. You can also make your gift online at partners-charity.net.
Thank you for your continued support!

Catholic Men’s Conference Schedule Saturday, March 20
If you purchased a ticket for last year’s (cancelled) conference we already know who you are. On Thursday, March 18 you will receive an email with a link to the 2021 conference. You do not have to pay anything. If you did not purchase a ticket last year and would like to participate in this year’s ‘remote and interactive’ conference please call Joan DeMasi at 508-929-4345 for a ticket ($20). You can view this year’s entire conference from home or with friends. The schedule is: 12:00 noon to 12:45 pm Welcome by Bishop McManus followed by: Dr. Scott Hahn: “The Road to Emmaus: The Path to Lifelong Conversion” ~ then ‘Live’ Questions & Answers with Scott Hahn 12:45 pm to 1:30 pm ~ Bishop Robert Reed: “O God, Just Give Me One More Chance” ~ then ‘Live’ Questions & Answers with Bishop Reed *** 1:45 pm to 2:45 pm ~ Luis Soto: “Our Lady of Guadalupe, Queen of the Americas” ~ then ‘Live’ Questions & Answers with Luis Soto *** 2:45 pm to 4:00 pm ~ Dr. Scott Hahn: “The Power of the Sacraments” ~ then ‘Live’ Questions & Answers with Scott Hahn *** 4:00-5:00 pm ~ Mass with Bishop McManus and concluding comments.

All are welcome to join our parish family!

Please print and fill out the form below and return to the rectory. Registration forms can also be found at church entrances. 

You may also e-mail us at stvindepaul05@aol.com