RESURRECTION CHURCH BULLETIN
July 30, 2023
Saturday, July 29th
5:00 pm † Annemarie Byrnes
Sunday July 30th
7:30 am † Parishioners of Resurrection
8:45 am † Mary Louise Verni
10:00 am † The Morel Family
11:15 am † Jimmy Mallon
12:30 pm † Don Barton
Monday, July 31st
8:00 am † Luke Russell
9:00 am † Elizabeth & Ignatius Burke
Tuesday, August 1st
8:00 am † Joseph Kelly Heilbron
9:00 am † Robert Muntzner
Wednesday, August 2nd
8:00 am † Dick O'Donnell
9:00 am † Shirley Mahoney
Thursday, August 3rd
8:00 am † Bernard & Ellen Marren
9:00 am † Bernard D. Marren,Sr
Friday, August 4th
8:00 am † Elizabeth Coakley & Hank Dolce
9:00 am † Matthew Heffernan
Saturday, August 5th
8:00 am † Mauricio Falasca
5:00 pm † Elizabeth Grant
1. We pray for the sick of our parish.
2. We pray for the deceased of our parish, especially CLINTON W. PHY, JOHN PATRICK O'GRADY,
ANN RENZI HAYNES, and RAYMOND H. LEVESQUE.
3. Live stream Masses will be:
Saturday, July 29th at 5 pm.
Sunday, July 30th at 10:00 am.
The recorded Masses can be watched anytime. For example, if you miss Mass at Resurrection and you'd like to listen to the homily, the 5 pm, and 10 am Masses are available 7 days a week, 24 hours a day for 3 months.
All of the French Choir members signed a booklet as a token of gratitude.
We had a spectacular weekend with the French choir!
The concert last Friday evening had about 400 people and the 11:15 am Mass last Sunday had over 500. The choir members' parents in Paris, were able to watch their children perform live at Resurrection via our streaming service.
The kids said this was the best stop of their pilgrimage.
We are thrilled that this event was so well received. Thank you for your kindness to them.
Francis Bardot, Director.
The children enjoyed the American BBQ hamburgers, hotdogs, and chicken.
VOLUNTEER CATECHISTS NEEDED!
The PREP is in need of volunteer catechists for the 2023-3024 year. Please consider joining our wonderful family of dedicated catechists! High school seniors are eligible to teach as well.
Sharing your love for Jesus with the children of our parish is truly a rewarding experience. Please contact Mary Humphrey for more information at mhumphrey@respreprye.org
IN DEFENSE OF THE MOTHER & CHILD
Over the last two weeks the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued new transgender guidance programs on how biological men can “chestfeed” infant babies.
The news was met with disbelief by mothers across the nation, many of whom are well acquainted with the vulnerability, intricacies, and intimacy of breastfeeding their children.
In recent years our society has been urged to “follow the science,” but is this following the science or pushing a social and political agenda?
“Transgender and nonbinary-gendered individuals may give birth and breastfeed or feed at the chest (chestfeed),” the CDC says in guidance on feeding infants. “The gender identity or expression of transgender individuals is different from their sex at birth. The gender identity of nonbinary-gendered individuals does not fit neatly into either man or woman.”
In its program, the federal agency recommends using “gender-inclusive language” such as “breastfeeding parent” or “lactating person,” but uses the words “women” and “mothers” in every other article about the benefits of breastfeeding your newborn child.
A section of the webpage is also devoted to instructions for people suffering from gender dysphoria who wish to breastfeed, suggesting options like medications and artificial hormones.
The CDC also cites the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine protocol that breaks down how biological men who identify as transgender women and have had “breast augmentation” can “chestfeed” an infant baby.
A transgendered man needs to take a regimen of drugs including domperidone, estradiol, progesterone, and breast pumping in order to have the slightest chance of producing any fluid.
In 2004 the Food and Drug Administration warned pregnant women not to use domperidone to increase milk production due to safety concerns: “Because of the possibility of serious adverse effects, FDA recommends that breastfeeding women not use domperidone to increase milk production.”
Now the CDC is bypassing the regulation because it conflicts with its social agenda.
Dr. Jane Orient, the executive director of the Association of American Physicians and Surgeons, is warning that many people no longer believe domperidone-induced lactation is harmful. “A lot of people are pushing for off-label use of a drug,” Orient reportedly said.
“It’s become so politicized that you can do all kinds of things for a politically approved purpose. The CDC has a responsibility to talk about the health risks, but they have been derelict in doing that,” she said.
The CDC’s guidance on this topic should be scrutinized further. More scientists and doctors should weigh in.
Catholics should also be concerned as this is another sign that the divine bond between a mother and child is being challenged.
As Catholics, the birth of Jesus with the Virgin Mary doting on him in the manger is one of the most powerful images in our religion.
This new “guidance” from the CDC continues to blur that line.
The Tablet
THERE ARE LIMITED OPENINGS FOR
MASSES AT RESURRECTION.
Remembering a loved one at Mass is a noble and recommended way to honor a deceased or living person
The 2024 Mass Intentions Book at Resurrection is open for requests. There are about 3 dozen masses left. There will be a limit of seven masses per family and two names per Mass.
The weekday Mass offering is $20.00 per Mass and the weekend Masses offering is $25.00 per Mass.
We will be using a new online system that will allow you to view and select available Mass times and make the offering payment by credit card.
The 2024 Mass Intentions Book at Resurrection is open for requests. There are about 3 dozen masses left. There will be a limit of seven masses per family and two names per Mass.
The weekday Mass offering is $20.00 per Mass and the weekend Masses offering is $25.00 per Mass.
We will be using a new online system that will allow you to view and select available Mass times and make the offering payment by credit card.
Click below to Mass Intentions Online.
If interested, Please contact Meg Rodriguez for details and application!
Mrodriguez@resurrectionrectory.com
Today's Gospel
Matthew 13:44‑52
Jesus speaks again about the “reign of God,” telling the parables of the buried treasure and the merchant’s search for pearls. In each parable, Jesus emphasizes that the “reign of God” is more precious and valuable than any treasure.
TRAVELING THIS SUMMER?
With Summer Vacation upon us, many of our parishioners will be traveling:
MASSTIMES.ORG will help you locate any church in the country and view the Mass schedule. You can search by town or zip code.
RESURRECTION ONLINE GIVING with WeShare will let you make a one-time donation or set up a recurring donation. Becoming a recurring donor allows Resurrection to fund essential ministries and appropriately budget our needs for the future.
BUILD UP THE KINGDON OF GOD
As followers of Jesus, we’re each called to take our place in the Kingdom of God and help build it up. Consider these suggestions to do your part:
Find your gifts: What special gifts do you possess? In addition to talents and skills, these can include wisdom from life experience or a particularly deep faith. Discern your gifts and ask God where He wants you to use them.
Cultivate gratitude: Write down everything for which you are grateful in a “blessings list.” Review it and add to it regularly, especially when tempted to jealousy or discouragement. Praise and thank God daily for whatever is on your list.
Practice humility: St. Thomas Aquinas said, “Humility means seeing ourselves as God sees us: knowing every good we have comes from Him as pure gift.” Let others have the best place, the biggest piece of cake, the last word. Imitate Him who is “gentle and humble of heart” (Matthew 11:29).
Be ready to serve: Any act of service can build up your parish, neighborhood, or community. Small or great, everyone can contribute something. Give of yourself.
Strive for the higher gifts: Jesus asked every one of us to love God and each other. Without love, St. Paul said, “I gain nothing” (1 Corinthians 13:3). If you have true charity, you’re on the right track.
Wednesday UNLOADING and SETUP
9:30 am - 12 pm
Middle School students and up.
Thursday BACKPACK FILLING
10-12 pm
All ages are welcome! Volunteers aged 6-10 must be accompanied by an adult.
See YOU there!
HELLO! I’M YOUR ENVELOPE REMINDER ANGEL
I’ve been assigned to watch over you for the summer months. While you are enjoying the summer sun and activity, don’t forget your church here at home. Your help will still be needed to meet the current expenses. If while on vacation you cannot contribute regularly, may we suggest that you keep unused envelopes on hand and bring your contributions up to date when you return.
May God Bless you and keep you all safe and well! Happy Summer!
PLEASE PATRONIZE OUR LOYAL ADVERTISERS WHO HAVE BEEN SO GENEROUS.
