St. Christine's Information Page

A WORD FROM FR. TOM
This weekend, members of our Finance Committee will speak at the end of Mass regarding our Increased Offertory Program. All registered families should have received a special brochure concerning this Program. The brochure details the parish’s financial condition, contains a financial statement depicting our income and expenses and includes suggested guidelines for increased giving as well as instructions on how and when to respond. If you did not receive one, envelopes are on the ushers’ tables.

BLESSING OF THE THROATS
This Weekend, February 4/5, we will celebrate the Feast of Saint Blaise. A general Blessing of Throats will take place at the end of each Mass.
St. Blaise was a physician and a priest in the third century and was elevated to Bishop of Sebaste in Armenia. At his intercession, a child was cured of a disease of the throat. Since that time, his aid has been solicited by those suffering from diseases of the throat.

CATHOLIC WOMEN TODAY
Catholic Women Today invites all women of the parish to join them in their next meeting on Sunday afternoon, February 5th at 1:00 pm. The meeting will feature our “Treasure in the Field Prayer Service” in the church followed by a “paper craft project” in the parish hall. Please bring 5 to 8 photographs that go together (new baby, family event, wedding, birthday party, etc.). The completed craft can be used as a unique gift for grandparents and others. Please join us!

ST. CHRISTINE’S MEN’S GROUP RETREAT
The February meeting will be a retreat at the Foyer of Charity in Scituate beginning on Friday evening, February 17th and continuing on Saturday, February 18th. The theme of the Retreat is Repentance and all men are welcome. For additional information, please call Norm Shacochis at 781-834-4097.

DAY FOR ENGAGED COUPLES
St. Christine’s Pre-Cana Program will be offered on Sunday, February 19th. The Program will begin with Mass at 9:00 am and continue until 4:30 pm with lunch included. Couples who need to complete this pre-requisite for marriage are invited to call Dotty Gurry at 781-834-6003 x 18 to register and for more information.

ST. CHRISTINE’S SCHOLARSHIPS:
Application forms for any graduating high school senior who is a member of our parish are available in the sacristy, the CCD Office and the Guidance Office at Marshfield High School. Completed forms with a photo and required essay must be returned by April 1st.

LIFE LINE SCREENING
LIFE LINE SCREENING provides preventive health screenings for cardiovascular disease. Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States and it can happen without warning. On Tuesday, February 21st in the parish hall from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm, St. Christine’s will host a Life Line Screening event to scan for the risk of stroke and other vascular conditions. Also available will be several different blood tests for thyroid, diabetes, cholesterol, etc. Appointments are limited so please call 888-653-6441 to schedule your appointment or if you have any questions. You may also visit their website at www.lifelinescreening.com/community-partners.com. A few complimentary certificates for one screening test are available at the rectory.

LOST AND FOUND
A man’s gold watch was found in the church last weekend. Please call the rectory to claim it.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

REFLECTION:
Jesus shows his loving concern in today’s Gospel. In what ways are you in need of healing?

Saint Christine’s Parish is now offering Online Giving.
It is safe and secure and you decide exactly when your gift is made and where it goes. Online Giving lets you set up a recurring pledge or a one time gift to our offertory and special collections. You will be able to give the way you want without using your church envelope. Please click here to get started with this convenient giving option. Check out our updated page with instructions and videos.

CCD & PARKING LOT REMINDER
Please exercise extreme caution in our parking lot while dropping off and picking up children from weekly classes. Please drive slowly in the parking lot and refrain from using cell phones. Children move quickly and your full attention is needed to avoid an accident.

All children in Grades 1 through 3 must have a parent or another adult accompany them to and from class each week. Parents must sign children out before they are released from class.

REMINDER: The Marshfield Fire Department has requested that our parishioners refrain from parking in front of the church as it prevents their access in times of emergency.

EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS, LECTORS, ALTAR SERVERS
Please check your schedules to see if/when you are assigned. If you unable to serve your assigned Mass, it is important that you call a substitute to serve for you.