Saturday, May 22

4 p.m. - Mary J. Oliver

Sunday, May 23

8:30 - Julia & Julio Oliveira

10 a.m. - Jose P. Farias

Weekday Masses at 9 a.m.

Monday, May 24 – Intention of Ida Cosme & Gil Mello Cosme, Jr.

Tuesday, May 25 – Maria dos Anjos Oliveira

Wednesday, May 26 – Florence Mello

Thursday, May 27 – Manuel Medeiros & parents

Friday, May 28 – Robert Lyle & O’Donnell Family

Saturday, May 29

4 p.m. Deceased Members of the festival committee

Sunday, May 30

8:30 - John Park

10 a.m. - Captain Sixto Margual

Noon – Mass with the Franciscans

The task force, which is working toward the merging of the four parishes, is in need of input from you as to our future. In particular we would like to say that whatever name is decided on for the new parish, the building will always be Saint James Church. The next meeting of the Task Force will be today (Sunday, May 23). Please feel free to contact the representatives from Saint James to express your opinions, concerns, hopes, etc.:

Al Lima 991-8439 or Alvaro.Lima@verizon.net

Kathy Murphy 992-1069

Carol Sylvia 995-2917 or 992-9408 (afternoons)

Deacon Larry St. Onge 992-9408

Fr. Richard Wilson 992-9408 or RDWilson1@comcast.net

PARISH MEETING: We invite all parishioners to come to the hall on Monday,

YOUTH GROUP: In view of our upcoming merger, the youth group of St. Hedwig/Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe would like to invite junior high and high school youth to a Barbeque at St. James on Wednesday, June 2 at 5 pm. It should be a good opportunity to meet and begin to think about activities. Contact Fr. Richard for more info.

SPANISH PENTECOST VIGIL: Saturday, May 29 at 7 p.m. the Hispanic communities of the diocese will gather at Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe for the annual vigil of Pentecost Mass with Bishop George Coleman. Refreshments to follow. All are welcome.

MAY CROWNINGS AT NUESTRA SEÑORA DE GUADALUPE/ST. HEDWIG: Our neighbors invite us to their upcoming May Crownings of the Blessed Mother. On Friday, May 28 at 5:30 pm they will have a bilingual Crowning service, followed by refreshments in the basement. On Monday, May 31 (Memorial Day) they will have a Spanish Mass at 7 pm, with the Crowning. All are welcome.

RETIREMENT MASS FOR FR. BUOTE & DEACON MORENCY: Sunday, June 13 at 11 a.m. St. Anne’s parish will have a Mass and reception to thank God for the many years of service given by Fr. Buote and Deacon Morency to the parish. All are welcome.

There will be a planning meeting for the festival on Thursday, May 27 at 7 p.m. in the rectory. All are welcome to attend. Your help and input is needed and appreciated.

We are in need of a licensed master electrician during the festival. If you are one or know one, please contact the rectory or come to the meeting May 27 at 7 p.m.

The 4^th Annual Capital Improvement Golf Tournament for St. James St. John’s School will be held Saturday, June 5, 2004 at the Whaling City Golf Course. There will be a 1:00 pm shotgun start with an awards dinner following.

The donation of $100.00 per golfer includes, green fee, golf cart, gift bag and the dinner. Fee for a dinner guest only is $25.00.

There are openings for foursomes or single players. They are also looking for Tee and Cart sponsors. Please call (508) 996-0534 if you would like to participate in the tournament to help our school.

Many thanks to our tournament sponsor Saunders-Dwyer Home for Funerals, which has been our major sponsor for four years running.

FROM MOURNING TO MEANING: A free 6-week support and education group for adults mourning the loss of a loved one after the 1-year anniversary of their death will be offered by Hospice Outreach of Fall River. Register either for the Thursday afternoon (1-2:30) or Tuesday evening (6:30-8:30) sessions, which begin on June 10 and June 8, respectively. They will be held at the Somerset Library, 1464 County St., Somerset. Registration deadline is June 7. Contact Amy Curry, 888-423-8001 or 508-673-1589.

ST. JOHN NEUMANN LAKESIDE FAMILY FESTIVAL invites you to come & enjoy some old fashion carnival fun. Bring the family and experience rides, games and great food on Memorial Day weekend. Hours are Fri. May 28, 6-11pm; Sat. May 29, Noon-11pm; Sun. May 30, Noon-11pm; Mon. May 31, Noon-5 pm. Located at 157 Middleboro Rd (Route 18), East Freetown (Cathedral Camp).

CATHEDRAL CAMP is now accepting registrations for its summer camp program. The camp, owned & operated by the Diocese of Fall River, is a day camp for children (ages 4-13). It offers 4 two-week sessions from June 28 to August 20. It is located on Route 18 in E. Freetown. Open House will be held June 20, from 1 to 3 p.m. Call the camp at 508-763-8874 for more info or for a registration packet.

LaSalette Grief education programs: The Center for Christian Living at LaSalette in Attleboro offers a variety of programs for people dealing with grief on Sundays (5 to 6:30 pm). Today’s (May 23) topic is "Remembering: Source of Comfort." Each session costs $15. No pre-registration is required. For more info, call 508-824-6581 or 508-222-8530.

LaSalette Retreat Programs: (a) June 4-10: Preached Retreat by Sr. Anna Maria Kane, SSJ, Fr. Fern Cassista and Fr. Dan Bradley, MS. A 6 day silent retreat for all people whose faith is active in their lives. (b) June 18-25: Directed Silent Retreat by Sr. Anna Marie and Fr. Cassista present a 7 day retreat open to those who wish to meet daily with a spiritual director for the purpose of sharing the movements experienced in prayer and life. For more info call 508-222-8530.

Marriage Encounter: an experience of building communication, creating intimacy, self-esteem, and enriching the values of marriage, family and faith. A program for couples who believe they have a good marriage but desire a deeper understanding and more spirituality in their marriage. Upcoming weekends are June 18^th and August 13^th. For more info, call 508-653-8864 or www.mene.org.

Thanks to all who have already submitted their donations or pledges for the 2004 Catholic Charities Appeal. As the Diocese celebrates its one hundredth anniversary and as we reflect back on the history of Saint James Parish, we see the many ways that the Church has been of assistance to those in need.

You are asked to mail your donation with the Appeal card to the rectory; put it through the mail slot; or put it in the collection. Thank you for your generosity to God’s people –Father Rich.