Introduction My friends, today is Pentecost the last day of this long Easter season, the day we remember the

e promise of the risen Jesus to send us the Holy Spirit. Let us together claim this promise and ask the Holy Spirit to encourage, strengthen and inspire our families, our community and our world.

Mass Intentions
Sat. Sun. 26 6:00 p.m. Parishioners of St. Patricks 27 9:00 a.m. Mariano & Maria Simas Hortencia & Manuel Lima Frank Alves 11:00 a.m. John Pacheco Michael & Virginia Di Giacomo Mon. 28 8:00 a.m. James & Agnes Kelly Margaret Ray Tues. 29 8:00 a.m. Luis Rombeiro Wed. 30 8:00 a.m. Maria Brum Pacheco Thurs. 31 8:00 a.m. Henrietta Da Ponte Fri. 1 8:00 a.m. Ray MacDonald Sat. 2 6:00 p.m. Parishioners of St. Patricks Sun. 3 9:00 a.m. Sharon Rego Victor Moniz Henrietta Da Ponte 11:00 a.m. Rhianna Moore

CCD Open House Invitation Mrs. Maria Pacheco (our CCD Coordinator), the Cathechists and students of St. Patricks CCD program would like to invite all parishioners to attend their Open House in the church hall after the 11:00 a.m. Mass this Sunday, May 27. Take a few moments to show your support of our students and teachers and appreciate their work throughout the school year. CCD Teachers Needed for September The search is on once again for CCD teachers and aides for September. This rewarding ministry is both challenging and fulfilling. You can expect to spend about three hours a week in preparation and class time. Catholic men and women need to step forward to teach our faith to the young people of our parish. Please speak to Mrs. Maria Pacheco (CCD Coordinator) or call the Rectory at 236-9866 if you are interested in helping No formal teaching experience is needed. Registration for the CCD Program K 9 (5-14 yrs) Registration for Kindergarten CCD program is underway. Application forms are available from the CCD office and the Sacristy. All Kindergarten applications must include a Baptism certificate and the fee of $135 per child (cheque payable to St. Patricks Church). CCD Fees are Now Due! CCD students presently registered in the program are asked to complete and return the form found with their invoice along with their payment by Saturday, June 2. Recognition of our 2012 Confirmation Candidates This weekend, youth of our parish (CCD and MSA) will join other young people across the Diocese to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation at St. Theresas Cathedral. Please pray for these forty-four young men and women and support them in their spiritual journey.
James Amaral Nicholas Amaral Nicholas Araujo Rodrigues Dylan Maceta Karina Rebellato Christopher

Stewardship Treasure Mass Offering last week: Poor Box:

$4,752.75 $266.00

Weekly Stewardship Thought All of us are called to be good stewards of our time, but to different causes or activities according to Gods specific call. What is Gods call for me? Reflection Question Do I turn to the Holy Spirit, as my Advocate, my Spirit of truth and my Paraclete? How am I living faithfully the gift of the Holy Spirit I received in Baptism and was fortified in my Confirmation? Do I seek out the Holy Spirit?

Jordan Costa Hannah Gntl Hannah Lampit

Nicole Roque Lauritz Schwarz Keira Whited

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. St. Patricks Education Trust Award Deadline for all applications: Friday, June 1, 2012.

Next Sunday, June 3, we ask the Confirmands to attend the 11:00 a.m. Mass here at St. Patricks to receive their certificates. They are required to wear their robes. Vacation Bible School, 2012 Vacation Bible School for children ages 5 12 years takes place on Monday, July 23 to Friday, July 27 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at St. Michaels Church

Hall. Application forms are at the entrance to the Church.

Jubilee on Sunday, June 3 at 4:00 p.m. in the Harbour Room of the Fairmont Hamilton Princess. 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. Morning Social at St. Patricks After Masses As a special welcome for Fr. Toby, the men and women of St. Patricks Parish are preparing a Morning Social after the 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Masses next weekend, June 3. If there are any parishioners who would like to volunteer to help set-up tables, bake goodies, serve and clean up, please contact Mrs. Hilda Faria at 293-8292. Catholic Business Persons Luncheon 2012 The 2012 Catholic Business Persons Luncheon will be held on Wednesday, June 6, in the Gazebo Room, Fairmont Hamilton Princess, starting at noon. Please contact Michael Smyth at 338-6166 or e-mail him at BishopsLuncheon@gmail.com to reserve a seat. A $75 contribution is suggested. Ecumenical Friendship Social/Tea On Saturday, June 9, from 2 5 p.m., Centenary will host men and women from the Smiths parish area in an afternoon of fun, fellowship, tea, and goodies. This is the last get-together before the summer break so, bring a senior all are welcome! 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 offered in both English and Portuguese and are open to anyone wanting to stop by. 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. Proceeds will support Agape House. For more information, please contact sarah.dunstan@bhb.bm. Catholic Questions and Answers
Can divorced individuals become Godparents Sponsors for Baptism and Confirmation? or

Welcome Back, Fr. Toby! Next weekend we are pleased to welcome home Fr. Toby Collins, CR. Many of you will remember Fr. Toby when he was Deacon Toby and he spent a short year with us in St. Patricks Parish. Fr. Toby was ordained a priest on June 2, 2007, so next weekend will be his 5th Anniversary of Ordination. He arrives on the Island on Friday and will be preaching at all the Masses next weekend. He will be staying at the Rectory until June 10 if you would like to get in touch with him (236-9866). Calling All Young Men and Women! Are you between the ages of 18 45 and sometimes wonder about how difficult it can be to make a commitment with your life these days? Well then join Father Toby Collins, CR, and Sister Judith, SC, in a casual setting for a bite to eat and some conversation around the topic of vocations. Hear interviews with young people happily living out vocations to Married Life, Single Life, Consecrated Life, the Priesthood, and the Permanent Deaconate. And they are all discovering how prayer has and is leading to the discovery of God's dream for them. So if you like warm food, good company, and you're mildly curious about what it takes to discover and live out any vocation with joy, then this night is for you! Oh, and make sure you get there on time because you won't want to miss out on Father Tobys schnitzel! See you Thursday night, June 7 at 7:30 p.m. in St. Patricks Hall! 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. 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. All are welcome.

Answer
If the person in question is living a life in keeping with the Churchs expectations for someone in that situation, yes. On the other hand, if the person does not have a Church annulment and is in a romantic relationship or has attempted remarriage outside the Church, then that

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person is not living "a life of faith that befits the role to be undertaken [i.e., baptismal or confirmation sponsor]," as required by Canon Law (CIC 874), and so another candidate for the role should be chosen.

Smile for the Day! Q: What has a bottom at its top? A: A leg!

Pentecost Sunday Responsorial Psalm

A MINHA OFERTA (Offertory at the 9:00 a.m. Mass only) 1. Coro Eu te amo e quero amar cada vez mais Nao deixes de escutar Senhor meus ais 2. 3. Recebe o pao e o vinho, recebe Senhor; Aceita este carinho da nossa dor. Juro seguir teus passos como cristao; E de por em teus bracos meu coracao. A minha oferta atende meu Deus Deus meu. E sobre mim estende o manto teu.

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 Saturday/Sunday, May 26/27 Saturday/Sunday, May 26/27 Sunday, May 27 Sat./Sun., June 2/3 Sunday, June 3 Sunday, June 10 6:00 p.m., 11:00 a.m. After All Masses 2:30 p.m. All Masses 11:00 a.m. Mass 1:00 & 3:00 p.m. Commitment of 2013 Confirmation Candidates CCD Open House in the Hall Confirmation at St. Theresas Cathedral Fr. Toby visits and preaches Confirmation Students receive Certificates First Holy Communion at St. Patricks Church

Next Weeks Ministry Schedule

2nd & 3rd June, 2012 The Most Holy Trinity 6:00 p.m. GUITAR MASS 9:00 a.m. Communion Mins. M. Sinclair C. DeCouto E. Taylor B. Pratt L. Cabral F. Medeiros Lector(s) K. Amaro dosAnjosAraujo J. Amaral Jr. Cantor(s) C. Oliveira & Co. J. Madeiros C. Frias Mass Servers N. Brady-Soares S. Fox N. Bridges N. Bridges Hospitality Mins. Gift Bearers T. Roque A. Faries J. & Z. Amaral Family T. Medeiros N. Medeiros M. & R. Simas Family 11:00 a.m. S. Patschak S. Kelly E. Cabral T. Amaral L. Amaral M. Falo M.

N. Amaral M. deFrias F. Fagundo C. Veloso A. Pearman & Family