Dear Parishioners, You may have heard that there was a break-in at St. Norbert’s which was discovered the morning of January 22. The vandal(s) entered through the front door that had accidentally been left unlocked. The tabernacle was on the floor, the door was open, but it did not appear that the Eucharist was touched. The hallway entrance to the sacristy was breached by destroying the lock to get in. There was some damage to the door. Once in the sacristy, they proceeded to pilfer through all the drawers and cabinets. All the sacred vessels were scattered on the counter. Nothing was emptied out of the vestment drawers, though they were all opened but the monstrance which was in its case in the vestment closet was opened, smashed and the top part (the part that looks like jewels) was taken. The sacred vessels that are used regularly remain, though it is hard to tell if some of the older pieces were taken. Though things were a mess, there did not seem to be any intentional defaming or destruction. No spewing of the Eucharist, no graffiti, no obvious defamation. They also went through all the storage drawers in the educational supply closet. They did not get into the Julien Room. There were two monstrances at St. Michael’s, so we have a replacement monstrance at St. Norbert’s. We offer prayers for the person(s) who would commit such an act
Policy Clarification Going forward, the person who opens the door(s) to any of MQAS’s facilities is responsible for locking them or clearly passing on this important obligation to a designee. Thank you, Father Raj
Masses If you would like to remember a deceased loved ones birthday, anniversary, or any other special remembrance by having a Mass said you may call or email the rectory to reserve a date. Masses are $10.00 each. There are many dates available for 2024.
Parishioners, You may have also heard or read that the town of Greensboro is investigating the purchase of some land from our parish at St. Michael’s for part of their Community Wastewater Disposal System. Fr. Raj and members of the Parish committees met with the Greensboro officials and engineers to learn more about what they proposed. At this time, there are too many unanswered questions, and no decisions are forthcoming any time soon. Parishioners will be kept informed of any updates. The Diocese makes the final decision. No decision can be made until a new Bishop has been installed.
Mary Queen of All Saints Parish wants to help our hard-working parish families who may be having trouble paying for their fuel this winter. We will be working with fuel dealers and other programs. If you are in need of assistance, you can contact the following: Irving Oil customers through their “request a donation” link found on this page: https://www.irvingoil.com/en-US/irving-values/community or call 888-310-1924. If you have a different fuel dealer, please call the rectory for more information or to request an application. State assistance information is available at https://vtlawhelp.org/energy-assistance-programs. All applications are confidential. Please do not wait until you have a heating emergency as special deliveries have added costs and applications must be approved first.
Soup, Bread & Adoration The Liturgy Committee is hosting two evenings of Soup, Bread, and Adoration during Lent. The first one to be held is on February 28th and the second one on March 13th. Committee members have volunteered to make crockpots of soup or chili. There will also be served various breads and water, symbolizing a simple Lenten meal in the spirit of the season. Adoration will take place prior to the meal at 4:30 PM with dinner following at 5:30 PM. On both days Mass will take place at 8:30 AM instead of 4:00 PM. If you wish to volunteer to make soup or bring bread, contact Mary Jane Fradette, 793-4764 or Gail O’Brien, 472-7184.