Dear Fatima Shrine Family,
This week, as we celebrate the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time, we are invited to reflect deeply on the infinite generosity of our Creator.
In a beautiful reflection shared by Fr. Ron Rolheiser, we look closely at the Parable of the Sower (Matthew 13:1-23). Unlike a human farmer who carefully calculates where to plant for the best return on investment, God scatters His seed everywhere—on the road, among rocks, among thorns, on bad soil, and on rich soil alike.
God is the absolute antithesis of everything stingy, frugal, or calculating. Instead, He is prodigal—over-lavish, over-extravagant, and endlessly patient.
The Challenge & The Consolation This reality brings both a huge challenge and an immense consolation to our daily lives:
- The Challenge: To continuously strive to respond to the countless invitations God scatters on our paths, minute by minute.
- The Consolation: To know that no matter how many of God’s invitations we have ignored in the past, He never runs out of grace. There will always be an infinite number of invitations waiting for us.
📰 Fatima Shrine News & Staff Updates
Staff Transitions: Farewell to Eydie and Welcome to Marianne!
After nearly three years of dedicated service, our Office Manager, Eydie Cullen, is moving on from her staff role. We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to Eydie for her hard work and unwavering dedication to our community.
At the same time, please join us in giving a warm welcome to Marianne Murray, who is joining us as our new Office Manager! Welcome to the Fatima Family, Marianne!
Vocation Ministry Training
Please keep Fr. Joeven in your prayers this week. He will be away in Kansas for about a week undergoing specialized training for vocation ministry.
🗓️ Upcoming Events & Celebrations
- Fatima Day: Join us tomorrow evening at 6:00 PM for our special Fatima Day celebrations.
- Interfaith Outdoor Brunch: Weather permitting, join us on Tuesday, July 14 at 10:00 AM for our Ecumenical outdoor community gathering. Bring your favorite prayer or source of inspiration, along with your lunchbox. It is a wonderful opportunity to build on the seeds of hope within our Christian community here in Holliston!
⏰ Weekly Mass & Sacrament Schedule
- Sundays: 10:00 AM (Shrine Church) | 1:00 PM (Bilingual Filipino Mass)
- Saturdays: 10:00 AM Mass | Confessions from 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
- Monday through Friday: 7:30 AM Mass in the Conforti Chapel
Thank you for your continued financial support! Last week’s collection totaled $1,335.00.
Gift Shop Hours: Thursday through Sunday, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Phone: 508-429-8176).
Connect with Us:
- Location: 101 Summer Street, Holliston, MA 01746
- Website: FatimaShrine.org
- Facebook: facebook.com/OurLadyofFatimaShrineHolliston
- Email: [email protected]