You may remember that in 2004 the late Pope John Paul II invited the Church to celebrate a Year of the Eucharist. He issued the invitation in a letter he wrote "Stay with Us, Lord". In the final chapter of that letter he wrote some very important words about the relationship between the Mass and our lives as followers of Christ. This is some of what the pope wrote:

"...the authenticity of our communal sharing in the Eucharist...is the impulse which the Eucharist gives to the community for a practical commitment to building a more just and fraternal society. In the Eucharist our God has shown love in the extreme, overturning all those criteria of power which too often govern human relations and radically affirming the criterion of service: 'If anyone would be first, he must be last of all and servant of all' (Mk 9:35). It is not by chance that the Gospel of John contains no account of the institution of the Eucharist, but instead relates the 'washing of feet' (cf. Jn 13:1-20) by bending down to wash the feet of his disciples, Jesus explains the meaning of the Eucharist unequivocally."

The pope then goes on to make a reference to today's second reading:

"Saint Paul vigorously reaffirms the impropriety of a Eucharistic celebration lacking charity expressed by practical sharing with the poor (1 Cor 11:17-22, 27-34 )."

He then asks all of us as individuals and as faith communities to act in response to the needy in our midst. I'd like to suggest that if you have not yet contributed to the Catholic Charity Fund Appeal, this would be a great time to do so. Join the diocesan church community in serving those in need. Envelopes can be found at the entrances to the church. There is always the Poor Box on the wall to the right of the main doors as you exit to receive your donations as well. Remember this isn't about money, it is about love for Christ and those he seeks to reach through us.

• Congratulations to Ed Marcello of Saunderstown who held the winning ticket, #1050, in the Winner's Choice Auto Raffle. The raffle contributed over $30,000 to the Capital Campaign. We are very grateful to all who participated. An extra special thank you to Maureen Bailey, who donated the car.
• The Liturgy of Anointing of the Sick will be Wednesday, June 20th at 5:00 pm at St. Francis DeSales. If you or any you know would like to be anointed, please call. Leave your name, phone number and if transportation is needed. Dinner will be served after Mass. If you would like to volunteer to help, please call Gerry at 294-6314 or e-mail angel55288@aol.com.
• Miles for Monty
  Join members of St. Bernard's and the community of North Kingstown at Wilson Park Saturday, June 23 at 10:00 as we walk "Miles for Monty" to help support the Montanaro family whose second son, John (or "Monty") has had a relapse of leukemia. To join us or to sponsor a walker call the Parish Center at 295-0387. For more information contact Bonnie Sawyer at 401-742-6457 or milesformonty@cox.net.
• St. Bernard's Women's Guild will hold a Pot Luck Supper on Tuesday, June 12 at 6:00PM in the Parish Center. Bring your favorite dish to share. Need info call Vi @ 295-1409. Come join the evening!!
• 5th Annual Stewardship Fair -- SAVE THE DATE...Sunday, September 23!!!
  Watch the bulletin for more details.
• Parish Family Day in Jamestown
  Remember, Sunday, August 19, will be the second annual Parish feast of family and friends. You do not want to miss it. Everyone had a fabulous time last year. All are welcomed and encouraged to come. Volunteers are needed. Please contact Deacon Ron 884-1687.
• 1st Annual Steve Hernandez Memorial Golf Tournament will be held at Quidnessett Country Club on Monday, July 23rd. Proceeds will benefit Monsignor Clarke School. To receive an application for golf and tee sponsorship, please call the parish center at 295-0387 For more information please call Tami Gwaltney 294-9784 or 521-4000 ex. 111.
• CUDOS TO KEVIN MCMULLEN, a 2007 Confirmation candidate, who answered the call to build a new bookcase for the parish library. Over the summer, volunteers will be filling the shelves with book which have been donated. Thanks Kevin.
• Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend, June 22-24 in Milford, MA
  Scripture says about married people "Two shall live as one". How often do you find yourselves living as two? A Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend can help you get back to basics in this complicated day and age. For more information call Ray & Beth Ginepro at 1-800-710-WWME or visit our webpage at www.wwmeMA.org.

2007 Catholic Charity Fund Appeal

"Remarkable Wonders are Done Through You"

I would like to express my gratitude to those of you who have made a gift to the 2007 Catholic Charity Fund Appeal. If you have not already contributed, please make your pledge today.
Parish Goal: $95,065.00
Number of Families 406
Actual to Date: $78,326.46
Number of Cash Gifts: 199
Number of Pledge Gifts: 94

Classes and Generations of Faith may be over for the summer, but the office is busy planning for next year! Would you like to help? Consider sharing your Faith with the youth of our Parish.

Watch for information about registration for next year's classes coming soon!

Photos from First Eucharist are available on the website. Go to the "Activity" section and click on "Events." You can also check out pictures from Generations of Faith.

The Youth Ministry's Tag Sale is this weekend................ We would like to thank all of you, again, for donating your treasures for our GIANT TAG SALE. We will let you know how we did next weekend. Proceeds from this event will benefit the Summer Mission Camp Team. We are 7 weeks away from going to camp and we are getting so excited!!! We can't believe that school is all most out and summer is coming.

And if anyone saw us at WalMart last weekend asking for support for our trip, we would like to thank you for your donations. WalMart shoppers helped fill our paint buckets and raise $705 last Saturday. So, we are on our way. Thanks again and God Bless.

The evening Bible Study group finishes up the "Scriptures of the Rosary" this week with a discussion of the "Glorious Mysteries." For information or recommendations for next year's Scripture Study program contact Deborah at 885-6405 or dlmccoy@cox.net.

BIG CLEARANCE SALE
Our clearance sale continues all month, however most items are not marked at their sale prices. A salesperson will be available on Sunday June 24th from 9-12 and clearance prices will be applied at that time. In the meantime, you may continue to use the self-service system to make purchases (TIP: Use the "bill me" option and an invoice with the sale prices will be sent) or call Deborah at 885-6405 for a mutually convenient time to see the merchandise in ROOM 1 and/or get price quotes. Gift items and Books are on Sale. The books in the Church vestibule honoring "HOLY MEN" will have clearance prices indicated on their price cards. There will be NO full-service days in JULY while inventory and year end reporting takes place. Self-service, appointments and special orders will still be available.

Is this you? Or somebody you know? For any number of reasons baptized Catholics do not always complete their initiation into the Church. This is done through the Sacrament of Confirmation and receiving Holy Communion. This is a simple process of preparation that results in the satisfaction of participating fully in the sacramental life that Christ has given us for our joy and support. For more information call Father Reardon.

A Time to Reflect on ....God's Gifts of Life & Love will be held at St. Martha's Church, 2595 Pawtucket Ave., East Providence on Sunday June 16th from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 pm. Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 with the program immediately following. For more information call Carol Owens at 421-7833 ext. 118.

Those who would like to bring the bread and wine to the altar, please call the Parish Center at 295-0387 to arrange.

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For prayerful preparation during the week before Sunday Mass, please visit http://liturgy.slu.edu. Reflecting on the spirituality of the scriptures before Mass can have a great impact on hearing the Word proclaimed on Sunday.

Please submit bulletin materials directly to the Parish Office, or via e-mail to parishcenter@sbcwickford.org, attention to Jane Allen. The deadline for the submission is Tuesday by 5:00 pm. Please take into consideration the cutoff time and the space limit. Thank you.

Sharing of our resources is not an option for Catholics who understand what membership in the Church involves.

St. Bernard's now offers parishioners the opportunity to make their budget contributions by Direct Debit. Call the Parish Center, 295-0387 for further information.

May 26 / 27	Actual $8,204.75	Budget
Through 04/30/07	Actual $354,650.00	Budget $335,838.00

ACH $497.50

Matching Contributions: Many companies offer matching funds for donations to non-profit organizations. If you donate weekly to St. Bernard's your company might match it! Please take time to find out if your company has this policy.

Thank you for your continuous support and generosity.