Introduction Brothers and sisters, today we remember the mysterious and glorious event of Jesus ascension into heaven.

As the disciples gaze after Jesus, two strangers appear and ask them why they are looking for Jesus in the sky. Where do we look for Jesus? Let us pray for open eyes and minds and hearts to find Jesus wherever he may be for us today.

brought it back to us in one piece. May God bless that Good Samaritan. Youth Corner
Friday Teen Night has been suspended until September

Mass Intentions
Sat. Sun. 19 6:00 p.m. Eugene Cabral 20 9:00 a.m. Jeffrey Castro Joseph & Theresa R. Madeiros Antonio DaSilva Intentions of Joe & Marian Earl 11:00 a.m. Parishioners of St. Patricks Mon. 21 8:00 a.m. Antonio Maduro Tues. 22 8:00 a.m. Victor Moniz Manuel & Arminda Garrafa Wed. 23 8:00 a.m. Souls in Purgatory Thurs. 24 9:00 a.m. Nicholas Roque Fri. 25 8:00 a.m. Intentions of Teresa Medeiros Sat. 26 6:00 p.m. Parishioners of St. Patricks Sun. 27 9:00 a.m. Mariano & Maria Simas Hortencia & Manuel Lima Frank Alves 11:00 a.m. John Pacheco Michael & Virginia Di Giacomo

Have a great summer and well see you in the fall! Watch this space for the new start date. Welcome! We are happy to welcome Arianna Lee Pacheco Medeiros to the St. Patricks Parish family through the sacrament of Baptism this weekend. Arianna is the daughter of Jos and Patricia. Please remember this family in your prayers. Vacation Bible School, 2012 Vacation Bible School for children ages 5 12 years takes place on Monday, July 23 to Friday, July 27 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at St. Michaels Church Hall. Application forms are at the entrance to the church. Registration for the CCD Program K 9 (5-14 yrs) May is Registration Month for the Kindergarten CCD Program. Children who will be 5 years old by December 31, 2012, and not attending MSA, should enroll in the parish catechetical program which begins September 2012. Application forms are now available in the Sacristy, the Rectory Office (236-9866), and from Mrs. Maria Pacheco, the Parish Catechetical Coordinator. All Kindergarten applications must include a Baptism certificate and the Registration fee. CCD fees are $135 per student per year with cheques made payable to St. Patricks Church. All completed Application and Re-Registration Forms must be returned with payment by the June 2 deadline to either the Rectory, Mrs. Pacheco, or Class Catechist. Families in financial need should make an appointment with Fr. Paul to discuss an appeal for assistance or special consideration. Please direct all enquires to Mrs. Essie Hans at the Diocesan Centre at 292-1981. Letter of Thanks from Bishop Kurtz I am pleased to report that we have now reached and exceeded the goal for this years Bishops Appeal. At this point, the Diocese has received $154,000. Deo Gratias! Sincere thanks to all who made their Lenten sacrificial gift to the Bishops Appeal. Your continued financial support enables the Catholic Church in Bermuda to pursue its mission of Evangelization and the necessary ministries that promote that mission. May the Lord reward you for your generosity.

Stewardship Treasure Mass Offering last week: Poor Box: Our Lady of Fatima Mass Collection:

$5,733.13 $294.00 $1,760.90

Weekly Stewardship Thought Whatever time we have is a gift from God and we are asked to use it wisely, to serve God and others. Reflection Question Am I conscious of being the hands of Christ? How have I responded in my life as an individual and a family member to the mandate of Jesus to Go out and proclaim the gospel? Do I deliver Good News (= Gospel) each day? How?

(It) was Lost and has been Found! Our handcrafted Easter sign has been found and returned! We must celebrate and rejoice! A kindly Portuguese gentleman discovered the sign hidden in some bushes in Devonshire this week and realized it was the same sign that was declared lost in the Bermuda Sun recently. He called to report it to us and

--Bishop Robert Kurtz, C.R.

Fatima Mass About 200 people attended the Mass in celebration of Our Lady of Fatimas appearance to the three children. The Mass was celebrated by Fr. Julio and concelebrated by Bishop Kurtz and Fr. Paul. Thank you to the Portuguese Choir, to Bruce Fox for playing the organ, and to the parishioners who arranged for the flower display around Our Ladys statue in the grotto and in the Church. Catholic Business Persons Luncheon 2012 The 2012 Catholic Business Persons Luncheon will be held on Wednesday, June 6, at the Gazebo Room, Fairmont Hamilton Princess, starting at noon. Please see the insert in this weekends bulletin and plan to attend. Caritas House of Prayer Activities (236-5877)
Quiet Wednesdays: Take time for a few minutes of peace before the Blessed Sacrament. The schedule is: Rosary at 10:30 a.m. followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament until 3:30 p.m. Evening Prayer at 5:45 p.m.Why not stop by on your way home? Bible Study: The Gospel of John, Chapter 9 will be studied on Wednesday, May 30 with duplicate sessions at 3:30 p.m. and 6:45 p.m. It is never too late to begin a Bible Study. Next Monthly Prayer: Sunday, May 20 at 6:30 p.m. at Caritas. The Question is: Who do you say I am? All are invited to reflect on the questions Jesus asked as described by the Evangelists. What is Gods Dream for You? Keep Thursday night, June 7 open to learn more! Benedict XVI: Work Should not be an Obstacle to the Family Vatican City, 16 May 2012 (VIS) - "Work should not be an obstacle to the family, but should rather sustain and unite it", affirmed Benedict XVI in an appeal made at the end of today's general audience. After recalling that yesterday was the celebration of the International Day of Families that the UN dedicated this year to the relationship between family and work, the Pope noted that work should favour the family, "helping it to be open to life and to enter into relationship with society and with the Church". At the same time, the pontiff expressed his wish that Sunday, "the Lord's day and a weekly Easter, be a day of rest and an occasion to strengthen family ties".

Drinks & Malasadas (Portuguese donuts) will also be sold. E-mail: mlandscaping@northrock.bm or call: Susanna at 535-3195 for tickets.

16th Annual Friends of Hospice Rubber Duck Derby The Friends of Hospice invite everyone to participate in the Annual Rubber Duck Derby on Sunday, June 3, at 2:00 p.m. at Orndance Island, St. Georges. BELCO is sponsoring the event with all proceeds going to support Agape House. For more information, please contact sarah.dunstan@bhb.bm. Project Action Fundraiser Many of our seniors and physically challenged depend on Project Action for transportation that we take for granted. Going to medical appointments, grocery shopping or just for a change of scenery, the Project Action blue bus provides door-to-door service. Churches, Windreach and the End-to-End charity, depend on their free assistance. Please help Project Action keep the wheels of the bus moving by supporting the Royal Wedding Bermuda Tea Party in recognition of the Queens Diamond Jubilee. If you are unable to attend the tea party, perhaps you can send a donation as every little bit helps. Donations to: BNTB-Savings Account No. 20020060282255210 are appreciated. Invite your family and friends to participate in this worthwhile venture. Thank you very much. To see the video from the Royal Wedding Bermuda Tea Party click on: http://www.bermyclips.com/video/1989/Project-ActionHigh-Tea-Fundraiser Alcoholic Anonymous Meetings St. Patricks Parish is happy to be the site of Alcoholic Anonymous (AA) meetings every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 7:30 8:30 p.m. in the Rectory basement. Meetings are provided in both English and Portuguese and are open to anyone wanting to stop bye. Catholic Questions and Answers
Does a baptized Catholic who has received first confession and First Communion need to be confirmed to be married in the Catholic Church?

Answer
While it is not an absolute requirement that Catholics be confirmed before they are married in the Church, confirmation before marriage is something the Church strongly urges. The Code of Canon Law states: Catholics who have not yet received the sacrament of confirmation are to receive it before being admitted to marriage, if this can be done without grave inconvenience. (CIC 1065)

Fish Fry at Stella Maris

Come and enjoy a great dinner and good company When: Saturday, May 26, 2012 Where: Stella Maris church hall at 6:00 p.m. Price: $10.00 per person

Smile for the Day!

Q: What cheese is made backwards? A: Edam

Q: What runs but never walks? A: Water!

BENDITO SEJAS, SENHOR 62 F. Santos (Offertory at the 9:00 a.m. Mass only) Bendito sejas, Senhor nosso Pai! Nossa alma exulta e canta. Bendito sejas, Senhor! Nossa alma exulta e canta: Bendito sejas, Senhor! 1. Pelo po e pelo vinho, ds a vida a todo o homem. 2. Neste po e neste vinho toda a terra a Ti se ofrece. 3. Neste po e neste vinho, o trabalho se faz Reino. SANTO Santo, Santo, Santo Senhor Deus do Universo Bendito o que vem em nome do Senhor. O ceu e a terra proclamam a vossa Gloria. Hossana, Hossana, Hossana, Hossana,Hosanna nas Alturas. Dates To Remember Monday, May 21 Friday, May 25 Saturday/Sunday, May 26/27 Sunday, May 27 Sat./Sun., June 2/3 Sunday, June 3

7:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. After All Masses 2:30 p.m. All Masses 11:00 a.m. Mass

Grade 8 (2013 Confirmation) Parents meeting in the Hall Confirmation Rehearsal at St. Theresas Cathedral CCD Open House in the Hall Confirmation at St. Theresas Cathedral Fr. Toby visits and preaches Confirmation Students receive Certificates

Next Weeks Ministry Schedule

Communion Mins. Lector(s) Cantor(s) Mass Servers Hospitality Mins. Gift Bearers 26th & 27th May, 2012 Pentecost Sunday 6:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. M. DeCosta F. Leseur J. Michelsen B. Mahoney E. Kelly F. Medeiros Sr. Judith E. Smith S. Abraham D. Mutch C. Frias C. Ricca R. Topple A. Bento C. Amaral A. McAvoy M. McAvoy J. & R. Witkowski R. Sousa T. Medeiros J. Furtado N. Medeiros 11:00 a.m. A. Moulder M. Di Giacomo M. Squire P. Fowkes L. Frias B. Di Giacomo H. Squire Y. Squire M. deFrias J. Rapose A. Chibante J., C., & D. Frith Family