Best wishes to Fr. Kevin as he leaves for his sabbatical on Monday, January 30th .... and a very warm welcome to Fr. Kevin Deeley who will be standing in for him while he is in Rome.
Here's What's Happening.....
Saturday/Sunday, February 4&5 - This is Food Pantry Weekend. Your donations of non-perishable food items and gifts of monies are greatly appreciated.
The Food Pantry wishes to extend their sincere gratitude to the students of the Medford Vocational High School who volunteered to distribute food at Christmas for the Food Pantry.
Monday, February 6 - Meeting of the Saint Vincent de Paul Society in Conference Room #1 at 7:30 PM.
Monday, February 6 -Knights of Columbus meeting in Conference Room #3 at 7:30 PM.
Tuesday, February 7 - Our Lady's Sodality will celebrate Mass at 7 PM (6:45 PM for Rosary), followed by a blanket making event for Project Linus in the school cafeteria. Project Linus is a group which supports children in need by providing a child with handmade blankets. All are welcome to attend this worthwhile cause. A $5 donation to help defray the cost of the fleece is suggested. Please bring a pair of sharp scissors with you. Any questions, please call Lynne Feeney.
Saturday, February 11 - The Knights of Columbus Supper is after the 4:00 PM Mass in the Parish Center. The supper will feature "Soup, Salad and Sandwich". Prices remain $6 per adult and $3 per child, 7-17. Come join us and share a warm meal together.
Sunday, February 12 - Baptismal Catechesis will be held in the Church at 10:15 AM. Parents interested in having their child baptized on February 19th should call the Parish Office.
Looking Ahead -
Wednesday, February 22nd - Ash Wednesday
Sunday, April 8th - Easter Sunday
Senior Social Club
The next board meeting of the Senior Social Club will be held on Tuesday, February 7th at 1 PM in the Senior Room.
The next Senior Social will be held on Wednesday, February 15th at 1 PM. This regular meeting will consist of Bingo on Valentine Cards, prizes, scratch tickets and a cupcake contest.
Senior Center Exercise Class
Every Wednesday, the Saint Raphael Senior Center sponsors a Senior Chair Gentle Exercise Class at 10:00 AM and a Senior Yoga Class at 11:00 AM. Each class is $3.00 per person. For those taking both classes a price break of $5.00 applies.
The Senior Drop In Center is open 9AM - 3PM. All are welcome to stop by!
Ministry Matters
The Prayer Group resumes on Thursdays- February 17th at 7:30 in the Church. Please come and bring a friend or family member.
