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Entries for February 2022
The past weeks have brought from Chancery a booklet (distributed at Masses and bulletin announcements) regarding a more rapid implementation of Vision 2030 which would include closing and linking of more parishes. Williamsport was in that mix. Now this has been delayed and Chancery has asked all priests to Scranton for a meeting on March 10. When I know, you will be kept updated. Meanwhile, pray for our leaders and priests. These are stressful times.
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The Lenten Schedule 2022 is available in this week's bulletin or on our parish website. You will find a schedule of Masses from Ash Wednesday through Easter for both St. Boniface & St. Lawrence; you will learn how you can celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation; you will find where you can participate in the Stations of the Cross; and you can find out more about fish dinners. Please let us know if you have any questions by calling 570-326-1544 or reaching out by email to sboniface@comcast.net.
“Remain in me, as I remain in you. Just as a branch ...
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Lent
Order/purchase your tickets for the St. Boniface Activity Association Ash Wednesday take out fish dinner to be held on March 2 from 5-6:30 p.m. Tickets will be on sale after Masses at both churches, with the ticket sale cut off on Sunday, February 27. If you will not be at Mass but would like tickets, please call Deb at 570-220-2303 or Lenny at 570-772-0722. A limit of 425 dinner tickets will be available.
Cost: $11/adult & $6/child
Menu:
Baked fish
Tony's macaroni & cheese
Green beans
Coleslaw
Roll
Dessert
Directions for p...
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Lent
Join us to discuss the #1 New York Times bestseller: “When Breath Becomes Air” written by Paul Kalanithi. The group will meet on Tuesdays: March 8, 15, 22 & 29 at noon in the St. Lawrence Hall. The book group is free to attend, but you need to bring your own copy of the book (available on Amazon or check with your favorite online or in person book store). Guest speakers to be announced. Feel free to bring your own bag lunch.
Please sign up in advance:
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I think one of Monsignor's favorite concerns was to warn us against settling for "conventional religiosity". God's plan of our reconciliation didn't entail another religion but a movement steeped in a relationship with Jesus. So, as Church structures change and parishes are retired, it’s worthwhile to remember that our faith is in Jesus Christ. The Lord is our rock and our salvation! This is nothing new. But often our spiritual lives need a gentle reboot with eternal truths.
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The generosity of our parishioners is remarkable during these tough times. Many of you are eager to answer the needs of families or agencies with the help of our parishes. Because there are so many needs, I'm suggesting a protocol for how we address those needs moving forward. Whether for materials or money, all requests should go to the Social Concerns Committee through Karen Kirk (kekirk10@gmail.com) or Sue Lingg (srlingg@aol.com) so they can can make recommendations to me and the office staff. This will help us avoid over-asking our people and coordinating ...
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Celebrate Mardi Gras with a wine & chese tasting hosted by Fr. Bill & Fr. Bob on Tuesday, March 1 at the St. Boniface rectory dining room from 6-8 p.m. The price is $15 per person. This event is limited to 36 people. RSVP to Sharon Thompson at 570-326-3295. You can download the event flyer for additional information.
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There are so many of your smiling faces that we are missing around the table of the Lord. As the sun begins to remain with us longer and COVID cases diminish, we start thinking of your return. It’s not the same for you and definitely not for us, without you. We will continue to stream the 10:30 a.m. Mass through Easter, but thereafter, we will be stopping except for special events like First Communion or Confirmation. So let's start thinking it that direction. Our prayer and sense of the Body of Christ is much stronger...together.
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March 18: Fish sandwich/mac 'n cheese take out dinners |
June 10-11: Rummage sale |
If you have any questions or suggestions, please contact Dianne Fisher 570-322-3278 or Judy Campion 570-322-5757. Join us to help plan our events! Watch the bulletin for meeting dates.
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There are two more opportunities for your voice to be heard! All parishioners are encouraged to attend one of these two Synod 2021-2023 listening sessions:
• Sunday, February 13 at 8:45 a.m. at St. Lawrence Hall.
• Sunday, February 13 at 11:15 a.m. at St. Boniface RAC.
Parishioners from both churches can attend a session at either church. Please see the latest bulletin or download this PDF for more information.
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The World Day of the Sick is observed on Friday, February 11. With this in mind, the 4 p.m. Mass on Saturday, February 12 at St. Boniface will focus on healing. The prayers, homily and tone will focus on suffering that can be relieved by the presence of God and the mercy shown by Christ's followers. While anointing of the sick will not occur during Mass, it will be available after Mass. We welcome people of both parishes to join us. There will NOT be a 5:30 p.m. Mass at St. Lawrence on Saturday February 12.
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I'm not the best with plants. Often, I get busy and forget simple things like water or a bit of fertilizer. The result is predictable. Apply that lesson to your own spiritual life. Our soul and relationship with Jesus Christ requires regular TLC. During these cold, dark and interminable long days before Lent, feed yourself.
Pick up a free copy of the Word Among Us booklet.
Pull something out of the Lending Libraries.
Watch a short video on FORMED.
Deliver a meal or baked good to someone who is alone on your street.
The institutions that normally feed us...
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The Eucharistic Adoration-Exalt! (XLT) will be held Thursday, February 10 at 7 p.m. at St. Boniface. The event, sponsored by the Diocesan Offices for Parish Life and Vocations, is open to everyone and will feature music, a reflection, and the opportunity for the sacrament of reconciliation. All are welcome to attend! For more information, call 570-207-1452 or visit dioceseofscranton.org.
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Family Promise has restarted their services to families experiencing homelessness. Family Promise hosted families at their center in January, but our parishes will be hosting the following weeks in 2022: February 13-19, May 29- June 4, August 14-20, November 27- December 3. Please contact parishioner Margy Foran at 570-360-1292 if you are interested in volunteering at any time during these dates. Thank you!
You can learn more about Family Promise on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/familypromiselycomingcounty/.
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Family Promise