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Welcome to Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish!
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Our Lady of Good Counsel is a vibrant and diverse Roman Catholic community serving the West Boylston, Massachusetts area. In the name of Christ, we welcome all who gather with us in worship and prayer. Though imperfect, we strive to be a community of open hearts, enlivened by the gospel, growing in faith, hope, and love. Whether you are a visitor, traveler, new to the parish, or in search of a spiritual home, you are most welcome here. Your presence is a blessing to us.
If you should have a question or seek more information about the parish, please feel free to introduce yourself to Fr. Steven, Deacon "Mick" or another member of the pastoral staff after Mass. You may also contact Terri King, our parish Office Administrator, at 508.835.3606. She will be happy to assist you.
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August 9, 2020 - 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time
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We Join In Prayer
+We join our hearts in prayer to all those overwhelmed by anxiety and fear.
+We pray for physicians, nurses, health care providers, researchers, hospital chaplains, and all who are on the front lines in dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic.
+We pray for those who provide essential services, especially police officers, firefighters, and emergency help providers.
+ We pray for those facing economic and financial hardships.
+We pray for racial harmony and respectful, constructive dialogue between cultural communities and those in positions of authority.
+ We pray for those whose lives are impacted by storms and disasters.
+ During this month of August, the month of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, we pray that our hearts would be attuned to the will of God on all things.
+We join in prayer for those on the parish prayer line, as well as our parishioners who are sick or recovering from injury, illness, or surgery, especially, Deacon John Barton, Father Thirburse Millott, and Father Joseph Nally.
+We pray for those who have died, especially Anita Gemme. May she and all the faithful departed find mercy and peace with God.
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Eucharistic Adoration Has Begun on Saturdays from 3 - 7
Eucharistic Adoration is the practice of quiet, reflective prayer in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament exposed upon the Altar. The practice invites us to be still and contemplate the real presence of Christ in the Holy Eucharist. We join our hearts and minds to the One who is a fountain of mercy and grace.
During the present COVID-19 health emergency, some parishioners feel uncomfortable being part of gatherings of any kind, including the celebration of Mass. Eucharistic Adoration provides a context of (socially distanced) quiet prayer in church with only a few individuals being present.
Weekly Eucharistic Adoration has now begun. It is held every Wednesday from 3:00-7:00 pm.
Already a group of parishioners has committed to one hour of prayer between 3:00-7:00 pm. We welcome others. Some might wish to commit on a weekly basis, others monthly. Even if you are unable to commit to a specific time, you are always able to join us, as you are able.
During these anxious times, sitting in sacred silence, in the presence of Christ, we often found our peace. Often, in this silence, we listen, and from within, we find the path we are seeking. An oasis of prayer graces the mind, the soul, and the body in many ways.
If you would like to commit to one hour between 3:00-7:00 pm on Wednesdays please email the parish office at t.king@goodcounselma.comor leave a brief message for Terri at 508.835.3606 with the specific time.
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Praying the Rosary - Saturdays at 4 pm
For the past few weeks, a group of parishioners has been praying the rosary in the church on Saturdays at 4 pm. This endeavor has been well received. During these extraordinary times of anxiety and uncertainty, many appreciate the opportunity to pray for peace and reconciliation in our nation, our communities, our families, and our hearts. The rosary also helps transition to a quiet, prayerful environment in church before the start of Mass. All are welcome!
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Connecting our parish community during the summer
Our parish website www.goodcounselma.com offers updated information concerning the life of our parish. On our parish website, you can read the latest Sunday bulletin and parish news. The latest bulletin is usually posted on Fridays.
We regularly send out the Sunday homily and a daily reflection on the saint of the day from the liturgical calendar by way of Flocknote. Currently, hundreds of parish households receive these Flocknote messages. If you are not currently receiving these communications, please contact Terri at t.king@goodcounselma.com and we’ll add you to our Flocknote community.
The Our Lady of Good Counsel Facebook page is regularly updated with weekly reflections, photos, and reminders of upcoming events. Please consider “liking’ our parish Facebook page so that we might share the life of our parish with more people.
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Re-Opening of Our Lady of Good Counsel for Public Masses
Those attending Mass are to be aware of the following State and Diocesan guidelines:
- Those attending Mass must wear masks or some kind of face covering.
- Upon entering the church please use sanitizer provided at the entrances.
- Please maintain a distance of approximately six (6) feet between yourself and others (family members excluded) upon entering and leaving the church.
- Please do the same when processing down the main aisle to receive Holy Communion.
- Please sanitize your hands before receiving Holy Communion.
- Seating in the church will be every other row.
Please be mindful of the following:
- There will be no congregational singing. Only the cantor will sing at the 4:30 and 10:30 Masses.
- The offertory collection will not be taken up. Baskets for this purpose are placed at the entrances to the church.
- The Sacrament of Reconciliation is offered in the sacristy on Saturdays at 3:00 pm until 3:45 pm only.
- The parish office is open during usual business hours by appointment only. Please call or email Terri beforehand to make an appointment. Please wear a mask when coming to the office.
Father Steven Labaire
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Periodic Flocknote Mailings to the Parish
It is important that the entire parish stay connected and informed during these challenging times. In an effort to regularly communicate by email with as many OLGC parishioners as possible, Fr. Steven is sending periodic emails with parish information through Flocknote, an email service used by many local parishes and the Worcester Diocese. The emails will display "OLGC All Parish" in the From field in the email heading.
If you have not received these emails, it may be because we do not have your most current email address. If you would like to receive these OLGC All Parish emails, please be sure to send your name and email to Terri King in the parish office at t.king@goodcounselma.com. The addresses will be added to the parish email list, and will not be used for any other purpose.
Alternatively, you will find a Flocknote Signup Form. Please feel free to signup there and check off All Parish as the group you would like to join.
Thank you!
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Liturgical Schedule At Our Lady Of Good Counsel
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Mass Times
- Saturday: 4:30 PM EnglishEnglishEN
- Sunday: 8:30 AM EnglishEnglishEN 10:30 AM EnglishEnglishEN
- MonThu 9:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN
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Holy Day MassesOn the day itself: Usually 9 am and 7 pm
When traveling: click catholicmasstime.org or call 1-410-676-6000 for mass time anywhere
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Confession Times
- Saturday: 3:30 PM to 4:00 PM and at other times upon request.
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Rectory Office Hours
Monday By appointment 9:30 am to 4:30 pm
Tuesday By appointment 9:30 am to 4:30 pm
Wednesday By appointment 9:30 am to 4:30 pm
Thursday By appointment 9:30 am to 4:30 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
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Today's Readings
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Catholic News Service
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Word on Fire
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Around the Diocese
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Sunday, August 16, 11:30 AMThe Diocesan African Ministry will hold Mass weekly as follows: St. Andrew African Mass is at 10am and 11:30am (Two Masses) St. Joan of Arc Ghanaian Mass is at 2:00pm and 3:30pm (Two Masses) St. Anthony of Padua African Mass is still the same at 12:30pm. All restrictions to protect everyone from the Coronavirus will be followed.Read More
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Sunday, August 16, 12:30 PMSt. Anthony of Padua Parish, 84 Salem Street will celebrate Mass in Swahili and English weekly at 12:30pm.Read More
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Sunday, August 16, 2:00 PMSt. Joan of Arc, 570 Lincoln Street will celebrate Mass in Twi weekly, 2pm.Read More
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