Posted on: 8/25/2008 9:32:06 AM
Sign-ups have begun for a great day with LifeTeen Brockton at Six Flags! Cost is $35.00 and we will be leaving St. Mary's on Saturday, September 13th at 8:00 AM. We will have a full day at Six Flags capped off with a concert by Jeremy Camp. Space is very limited to sign up today! We will return to St. Mary's at 10:00 PM.
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Posted on: 7/26/2008 8:39:18 PM
Timothy John Barata arrived on July 18th at 5:02pm weighing 10.5 pounds and 22 inches long.
Mommy, Daddy (and Timothy) are doing very well and looking forward to introduce Timothy to you all very soon.
Thank you all for your prayers!
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Posted on: 7/26/2008 8:32:21 PM
High School Harbor Cruise
Monday, July 28th 8:00-11:00 PM
Boards at 7:00 PM on Commonwealth Pier
$20 Per Person
Music by Jon Niven!
Also with: Star of the Harbor Talent Search!
ANY TEEN INTERESTED IN ATTEDNING -
Please drop off $20 in an envelope with your name on it. I have 50 spots reserved.
We will leave St. Mary's Parking Lot at 6:00PM to ensure we get to BOSTON on time.
PROPER ATTIRE is required - I will send you home to change if I do not like what you are wearing. (No Mini-skirts, short shorts, halter tops, spaghetti straps, etc)
Please represent St. Mary's Hanover well -
Please spread the word about the Harbor Cruise.
Currently I have confirmed (or heard from):
Emily A
Sophia A
Colleen Z
Olivia S
Andrew F
Shioban H
Matt M
Christine D
Kevin B
Christyn L
Please make sure you let me know - Thanks!!!
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Posted on: 7/12/2008 11:26:30 AM
Several members of LTH decided to take a trip into Boston on Friday night. The initial plan was to go watch a "Free Friday Night Flick" - but plans changed.
We arrived at Downtown Crossings at about 5:30 pm and made our way to Quincy Market. There we watched street performers, had dinner and shared many laughs. In addition - we spent a significant amount of time at BROOKSTONE - they have some wonderful stress relief "gadgets".
After a few hours we headed to the N. End for some tasty treats and reflection time. Some teens gethered in the beautiful chapel and had lovely discussion while the others congregated outside to catch up.
Once we were ready to go - the entire group went to the Boston Harbor Hotel and hung around the water front and fountains. We then made our way back to South Station - and headed home.
Overall a great week for the LTH Crew.
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Posted on: 7/12/2008 11:20:51 AM
Members of LTH - mistaken by many as professional GOLF PLAYERS - hit a few golf balls at STARLAND this week. Lizzie and Andrew both demonstrated great skill with their swing - JP, Leah, Kaitlyn and Christina couldn't be stopped on the MINI GOLF putting greens.
In addition to some FUN on the Golf Course - LTH Speed Racers were also present. THe race started off with everyone NECK AND NECK but it was Lizzie that proved to have the SLOWEST CAR - with ANDREW A CLOSE SECOND! John was WHIPPING around the course so fast that he lost his HAT!
After Starland the group headed to grab ICE CREAM at JC's and called it a day!
Thank you to all who made it so much FUN!
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Posted on: 6/26/2008 6:33:12 PM
This is a great opportunity to spend the day with our friends at Cardinal Cushing.
The day will run from 10am to 7pm. Please let me know if you can attend and sign up for any kind of camp related projects - such as crafts, archery and/or nature activities to name a few. Come and sing around the camp fire and lots more.
For those who sign up - we will sit with the organizers at the Cushing Center and finalize responsibilities.
Thank you all and God Bless!
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Posted on: 6/20/2008 6:46:34 PM
Immediately after the LifeTeen Mass on Sunday, June 29, 2008 there will be a mandatory meeting for ALL WYD pilgrims and their parents. A final itinerary and packing list will be distributed and our travel agent will be there to answer any last minute questions. Please be sure to attend as some very important information will be discussed.
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Posted on: 6/20/2008 6:44:53 PM
All WYD Pilgrims are expected to assist with the Car Wash fundraiser on Saturday, June 28, 2008. This will be a fun, bonding event for all WYD pigrims. Be sure to come dressed appropriately - please wear a LTH tee shirt. Thank you.
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Posted on: 6/20/2008 6:37:28 PM
Come support the LifeTeen Band as they show off their musical talents during Hanover Day on Saturday, June 21, 2008. The LTH band will be playing in the church from 10:30 -11:30. Let's show our appreciation for all they do!
Also, teens are needed to staff the St. Mary's table at Hanover Day (field across the street from the church)throughout the day. Please see John to sign up for set times.
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Posted on: 6/2/2008 10:50:30 AM
Adoration Monday night! 6:30-8:15. All 8th graders, high school teens and alumni are welcome to come pray!
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Posted on: 6/2/2008 10:49:24 AM
Erin and I would like to thank all of the teens, alumni and parents who organized the surprise baby shower last night. We are so touched and appreciate all you did. Thank you VERY much!
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Posted on: 5/23/2008 3:28:03 PM
Start Time is 9 am
Start Location is St. Mary's on 139
Finish Line is Town Hall
Distance is 3.1 miles
Entry Fee - $15
T- Shirts available to those who register by June 5th.
For more information contact bcassidy@healthtrax.net
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Posted on: 5/20/2008 2:22:46 PM
Hello 9th Grade Confirmation Class,
We have confirmed our dates for Confirmation.
October 5, 2008 6pm (A - M)
October 19, 2008 6pm (N - Z)
More information to follow:
We will also have a ONE DAY retreat here at St. Mary's in September.
Take care and God Bless!
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Posted on: 5/16/2008 7:50:02 AM
Looking for Community Service Hours?
The JETT Foundation along with The CREW (Community Recycling Electronics Waste) are looking for high school volunteers to help with a fundraising event being held on May 17, 2008 in the back parking lot of the Pembroke Community Center.
Volunteers are asked to be at the Community Center at 8:30am. If you cannot commit for the whole time a couple of hours are greatly appreciated. Bring your community service forms and we'll fill them out that day.
Thank you in advance for your donated time!
The Jett Foundation
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Posted on: 5/12/2008 11:53:56 AM
FUN GAME AND THEN A GATHERING AT THE LIFEHOUSE!
Thursday, May 22nd
4pm, Hanover Middle School
The middle school is on Whiting Street right near the intersection of Whiting and Cedar Directions from the Church:
Exit the parking lot with a left hand turn on 139. Take a right at the first set of lights just after Tedeschi's and West Hanover Pizzaria. Follow this road for about a quarter to a half mile, and the entrance to the middle school will be on your right.
Players are encouraged to wear shin guards for safety as well as bring both a light and dark colored shirt to help with team differentiation. I will try to bring along some extra shin guards for those who don't have any, but I can't guarantee that I'll have enough for everyone. Cleats are also encouraged, but not necessary. As usual, I'll be there a little early so if others want to show up early and pass it around or take some shots on goal to warm up, that's fine. I'm going to try to see if I can't get somebody to try to shuttle back and forth from the Church to the Middle School, but it may not be possible.
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Posted on: 5/9/2008 3:08:11 PM
Hello Teens,
Here is the list of teens working at the GALA as of 5/12/08. (NO MORE TEENS ARE NEEDED - PLEASE DO NOT SHOW UP AT THE GALA IF YOUR NAME IS NOT ON THIS LIST!)
All teens MUST wear the Black Life Teen Shirt - 3 year anniversary shirt and khaki pants. Girls can wear a knee length skirt.
Please arrive at 6:00 pm and plan on being picked up at 9:00 pm. You will help set up and serve food. On Sunday Morning - 11 am we are asking that you come back and clean up. It will take no more than an hour.
1) Kerri A
2) Danny R
3) Jillian E
4) Sophia A
5) Emily A
6) Colleen Z
7) Joe B
8) Molly B
9) Nate W
10)Ron B
11)Matt M
12)Tim B
13)Liz K
14)Justine H
15)Stephi D
16)Kristen D
17)Nick F
18)Andrew F
19)Nick M
20)Hilary B
Thank you in advance for making this night a huge success!
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Posted on: 4/22/2008 3:56:34 PM
All WYD Pilgrims are required to sell at least 7 calendars to support the pilgrimmage to Australia. All calendars sold above the required seven go directly to the pilgrims own account! Calendars are available in the Parish Center and the LifeHouse - see John ASAP with any questions!
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Posted on: 4/22/2008 3:52:15 PM
LifeTeen Hanover just returned from an awesome Spring Retreat! The retreat was held at the Sacred Heart Retreat Center in Wareham, MA – a beautiful facility located right on the water, with a beach, plenty of walking trails, a zen garden, a labrynth, stations of the cross through the woods, and lot’s of field space for playing outside! We could not have asked for better weather as the sun was shining each day and we were able to take complete advantage of the gorgeous facility. There were volley ball games, soccer games, whiffle ball games, and a large kickball game! Fun was had by all! The theme of the retreat was Alpha Omega – the beginning and the end – and highlighted the different Liturgical seasons of the Church. The theme song was “How Great is Our God” and everyone who went on retreat got a cool navy tee shirt and a CD!
A few fun memories from the retreat: John Tiedke’s teapot “remix”, Nick Frazier’s Irish Jig, the Juniors awesome performance during the Holy Wars, Caroline Roche “owning” the gummy worm wheelbarrow race, Paul and Brendan swimming, Girls vs Boys Sponge War, Emily's singing during hte American Idol competition, the Christmas Wrapping Paper event, Warm Fuzzies, Mass in front of the pond, Adoration, Reconciliation, Anointing Service at the Zen Garden, small group Affirmation exercise, senior sharing on the beach, and many, many more!
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Posted on: 3/25/2008 5:54:26 PM
Spring Retreat is April 19 & 20. If you have signed up and not paid, please see John ASAP. We have 43 retreaters signed up so far - make sure you get one of the last spots!
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Posted on: 3/14/2008 11:58:07 AM
Hello Pilgrims and Families,
EASTER is upon us and we have much to celebrate in the resurrection of our Lord. However, first we will suffer through our Lord’s Passion. But on the third day we can proclaim in great joy that He is RISEN.
I look forward to seeing many of you at all the Holy Week services.
This email is quite simple:
I would like you to send me the TOTAL amount you have paid towards this journey. I am asking for all check numbers, money order amounts, cash amounts and credit card payments. Please include the insurance if you had purchased it. I will reconcile everything with Loretta and then send out the balance for each traveler. I plan to have this done within a week.
Therefore, it is important that you submit to me the information requested at your earliest convenience.
I appreciate you prompt attention to this matter.
Thank you and God Bless!
John P. Barata
Youth Minister
Religious Education Coordinator
Life Teen Hanover
St. Mary's of the Sacred Heart
www.lifeteenhanover.com
(781) 826 - 4059
"I love you, God loves you, Pass it on"
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Posted on: 3/14/2008 11:40:29 AM
Hello EDGE we just got a call from the sales rep at Go Slide at Amesbury letting me know that the tubing park has been shut down for the year because of the intense rain last weekend.
We apologize for the inconvenience but look forward to seeing you at Mass on Sunday!
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Posted on: 3/1/2008 3:02:41 PM
Hello All,
Things are going great…
We have received great response to our raffle. We are very excited.
Here is the list I have of servers for the IRISH NIGHT Saturday MARCH 1st:
Rachel K
Kerri A
Matt T
Liz M
Tom M
Colleen Z
Molly B
Nick F
Laura K
Emily A
Rich G
Christyn L
Dan F
Tim H
Bri H
Stephi D
Kristen D
Tom H
John T
Caila B
Ronald B
Please arrive at 6:30PM to assist with set up and preparations. You are responsible for bringing “Hors D'oeuvres “ (One per server)
Please wear a LIFE TEEN Hanover T-shirt. (Preferably the BLACK 3 Year anniversary shirt.) Wear a nice pair of pants or skirt when serving.
Anyone not serving please pray for a successful night….
Finally, please make sure you all submit your February installment to me as soon as possible.
Thank you and God Bless!
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Posted on: 2/19/2008 2:05:53 PM
Wednesday night LTH will head up to Amesbury Snow Park for a night of slipping and sliding.
All teens interested must be at the church no later than 4:45pm. We will have the seniors drive to and from the park.
The cost is $20 per person.
I look forward to seeing you all soon.
Please visit Go Slide.com for details.
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Posted on: 2/13/2008 9:02:04 AM
Just a quick reminder about the STAG SEMI this Friday, February 15, 2008. The cost of the dance is $30, and you will receive $10 back at the door. This is to ensure you SHOW UP. Alot of hard work and preparation goes into making this dance a success and it is very important that if you SIGNED UP, you SHOW UP. Please let me know ASAP if you are unable to attend, so I may make arrangements.
The dance will be held in the Parish Center. Doors open at 6:00 pm and the dance will go until 10:00 pm. Included in the cost of the dance is a sit down dinner and the DJ. It is sure to be a night you won't forget! Brockton LifeTeen will also be joining us and bringing 18 teens.
Lastly, please make sure you dress APPROPRIATELY. Remember, this is a CHURCH dance. If you are not dressed appropriately, you will be sent home to change. Ladies, please wear a nice, appropriate dress. Do NOT buy a NEW dress for the dance -you have one in your closet that you have worn to other events or you can borrow one from a friend. Gentlemen, please wear a shirt and tie and nice pants.
If you have any questions, please let me know.
Thank you,
John Barata
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Posted on: 2/11/2008 2:48:29 PM
Hello WYD Pilgrims and Parents,
Can you believe there are less than 150 days until WYD?? Time is flying by!
I am submitting the insurance names to Quill Travel this morning. This is the FINAL list I have for people purchasing the insurance:
Alexandra P.
Christian C.
Christopher H.
Christopher M.
Dan Fr.
Dan M.
Daniel R.
David B.
Elizabeth K.
Elizabeth M.
Emily A.
Gabrielle E.
Hayley P.
Hilary B.
Jillian E.
Joanna R.
Joe B.
John T.
Katherine H.
Matthew T.
Matthew M.
Molly B.
Nathaniel W.
Nicholas F.
Nicholas M.
Paul H.
Richard G.
Sarah H.
Sophia Marie A.
Tim B.
Tom M.
A friendly reminder that the February payment of $1,000 is due no later than February 28, 2008. After the February payment, all pilgrims should have paid $2,500.00. If that is not the case, please see me. The next payment of $1,000 is due in May, so please plan accordingly. Prior to the May payment, I will have a fundraising update and some payments may be adjusted accordingly.
Bonanza Raffle tickets will be distributed on Monday 2/11 at Prayer Night and 2/17 after LifeTeen Mass. It is YOUR responsibility to make sure you have picked up your raffle tickets. Each pilgrim will be required to sell 2 tickets. Any tickets sold above and beyond the two required will go directly to the pilgrims personal account. For example, if a pilgrim sold 10 raffle tickets, the first 2 sold will go towards prize money and the additional 8 tickets ($800) will go directly to the pilgrims WYD account balance. Please make sure the tickets are filled out completely and include the SELLERS name. Tickets are due back to John Barata by February 28, 2008. The raffle winners will be drawn at St. Mary's Irish Night on March 1, 2008.
If you have any questions about the WYD pilgrimage, please let me know ASAP.
Yours in Christ,
John Barata
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Posted on: 2/11/2008 10:15:41 AM
Friday, February 15, 2008 is a night you don't want to miss. LTH will be hosting the annual Stag Semi in the Parish Center. Doors open at 6:00 pm and the dance will end at 10:00 pm. The cost of the dance is $30 and you will get $10 back at the door. This is to ensure you show up! There is alot of planning and effort that goes into this dance, so please don't "forget" to show up! Dress requirements are as follows: a nice, appropriate dress for the ladies and a shirt and tie for the gentleman. There is NO need to buy a new dress or suit, please wear one you have to worn to dances in the past or borrow from a friend or family member. If you have any questions, please see John!
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Posted on: 2/3/2008 4:46:13 PM
Ash Wednesday is Wednesday February 6, 2008. Make sure to get your ashes and think about giving up something for Lent. Not only giving something up, but perhaps adding something important to your life, like daily prayer.
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Posted on: 2/3/2008 4:45:06 PM
Spring Retreat Sign Ups are already taking place. Please see John to sign up. The retreat will take place at a new location on the Cape - the dates will be over Spring Vacation from school.
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Posted on: 2/3/2008 4:44:04 PM
Our Ski Trip to Waterville Valley has been cancelled this year due to lack of sign-ups. We will continue this trip next year.
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Posted on: 2/3/2008 4:43:25 PM
The annual Stag Semi will take place on Friday, February 15, 2008 from 6:00-10:00 pm in the Parish Center. Brockton LifeTeen will also be joining us. It is VERY important that we have an even number of boys and girls, so please make sure you attend if you have signed up. Cost is $30 up front, you will get money back at the door. Attire is semi formal, appropriate dresses for the girls and a shirt and tie for the boys.
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Posted on: 1/21/2008 12:05:04 PM
Meet at Panera at 3 pm for a late lunch and we'll head over to the movie theater at 4:00 to see "First Sunday" (Rated PG 13. Please bring money for lunch and the movie!
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Posted on: 1/15/2008 12:22:19 PM
We will have short program that will consist of a reading of the Creed, discussing it breifly and wrapping up in prayer.
We will then watch the game and head over to church!
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Posted on: 1/15/2008 12:03:45 PM
Hello LTH and Friends!
We will be meeting at Randolph Paintball at 1:45PM to get registered, get our rentals and start playing.
Please make sure you wear OLD clothes.
Each player will pay $30 to get the rental and 200 paintballs.
Anyone wanting to play must download and complete the waiver below.
WAIVER FORM
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Posted on: 1/1/2008 5:16:22 PM
John will head to My Brothers Keeper on January 24th to work with the program director to set up a service relationship with the organization.
More news to come!
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Posted on: 12/28/2007 10:15:59 AM
As Christmas Eve and New Years Eve fall on Monday nights this year, Pizza and Prayer will be held on Thursday 12/27 and 1/3. Times will stay the same - 6:30-8:15 pm. Please bring a friend!!
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Posted on: 12/28/2007 10:14:38 AM
The LifeTeen Mass on Christmas Eve was celebrated at midnight. This has become a new tradition at St. Mary's and one that has been received very well. There was standing room only this year! The LifeTeen band played and Father Chris and Tyler combined to sing a wonderful "Little Drummer Boy" .... make plans now to attend Midnight Mass next year, you don't want to miss out!
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Posted on: 12/14/2007 3:06:25 PM
Santa's LTH Elves are offering a service on Saturday, December 15, from 10 am - 4 pm in the St. Mary's Life House (lower church) with babysitting and gift wrapping. A stress-free shopping day for parents, and a fun-filled day for kids!
10:00 - 11:30: Munchkins and Juice
12:00 - 1:30: Pizza, Juice and a Cookie
1:30 - 4:00: Cookies and Juice
EVENTS
Christmas Sing-A-Long
Coloring
Christmas Movies (G)
Snowman Craft
Games
Drop off your kids, do your shopping then let us wrap your presents! Don't have kids, NO PROBLEM, drop your gifts off anyways!
DONATIONS WELCOME - All proceeds will go to Life Teen's Pilgrimage to Australia to pray with Pope Benedict XVI, July 2008.
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Posted on: 12/12/2007 12:37:09 PM
All pilgrims attending World Youth Day in 2008 should have picked up "Money Calendars" at the meeting Sunday night. If you did not get your calendars, please see John Barata ASAP. The money calendars are sold for $20 and have a raffle each day of January, with the top prize at $500. Each pilgrim is asked to sell 7 calendars, any calendars sold ABOVE the 7 goes directly to the pilgrims individual balance. There will be several additonal fundraising opportunities in 2008 - Bonanza Raffle, Car Wash, Gala, etc. If you need financial assistance for WYD, you MUST take advantage of ALL fundraising opportunities.
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Posted on: 12/12/2007 12:33:46 PM
LTH hit the city of Boston on Saturday, December 8. 15 teens, plus a few Core Team members took the train into Boston to do some Christmas shopping, check out the Christmas decorations and enjoy some delicious food. The highlight of the day came on the Frog Pond .... even though Tim Habeeb, #8 in the country, wouldn't show off his moves! The day finished with a great meal at Cheers ....
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Posted on: 11/29/2007 8:51:21 PM
On Friday, December 14, 2007 LTH will host the other LifeTeen parishes in the area for a fun filled movie night. LifeTeen parishes in Hanson, Rockland, Stoughton, Dedham, Brockton and Bridgewater are all invited. The movie is TBA and snacks will be provided. Come meet some new friends and share in the Christmas spirit!
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Posted on: 11/29/2007 8:49:50 PM
LTH will be visiting a fellow LifeTeen Parish in Brockton on Friday, November 30. Please be at the church no later than 6:30 pm. We will check out their new LifeHouse, pray a bit, and hang out. Seniors, please plan on driving.
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Posted on: 11/29/2007 8:48:37 PM
LifeTeen Hanover celebrated its third anniversary in Hanover on Sunday, November 25th at the 6 pm mass. The church was full of incredible energy and spirit. It was evident how many lives the LifeTeen program has affected. Those in attendance were given a three year anniversary t-shirt, with John Barata's moto " I Love You, God Loves You, Pass it On!"
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Posted on: 11/29/2007 8:46:30 PM
LTH will be making a trip into Boston on Saturday, December 8. Bring some money for food and plan to do some Christmas shopping as well. We'll check out the lights, window displays, etc. Stay tuned for more info.
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Posted on: 11/29/2007 8:45:06 PM
42 LifeTeen Hanover teens recently returned from the Fall Retreat, which was held at LaSallette Shrine in Attleborough MA November 24 and 25. The retreat theme song was OverFlow by Matt Maher. The retreat centered around talks, small group discussions, various activities, mass, Adoration, Reconciliation and some GREAT skits by the Core Team. We had some great entertainment ... not to mention an all star performance by Jeff Conathan in "line charades".
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Posted on: 10/19/2007 11:12:10 PM
Hello Teens,
Due to an overwhelming number of requests by the "TEENS" in th LIFETEEN program we have decided to change the party to Friday evening.
Please tell all your freinds and bring them to the PARTY!!!
Wear your costumes!!!
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Posted on: 10/14/2007 10:44:15 AM
Get ready to get SPOOKED!! LTH is headed to Lake Compounce in Bristol, CT for an awesome night. We will leave the church at 3:30 pm and arrive at the park around 5:30 pm ... there is a great amusement park, lot's of rollar coasters, and a SCARY Haunted House. We will be home between 11-12 pm. See John to sign up - please make sure you are going to attend if you sign up, as we need to make transportation arrangements.
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Posted on: 10/14/2007 10:41:19 AM
St. Mary's is celebrating its 100th anniversary with a formal dinner at Lombardo's in Randolph on Thursday, October 18th at 7 pm. All teens are invited to attend, however, we do need a final count and names of those attending. Attire is formal, so please wear a shirt and tie (boys) or a skirt or dress (girls). You are on your own for transportation! Any questions, see me, and see Colleen Z. to sign up.
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Posted on: 10/14/2007 10:39:10 AM
Right after mass on Sunday, October 14, 2007 we will have a ministries meeting. Anyone who is currently on a ministry team (Eucharistic Minister, Greeter, Usher, Lector, etc) or anyone who would like to join a ministry team is strongly encouraged to attend. Training will be done this night, so please make every effort to attend.
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Posted on: 10/12/2007 2:15:47 PM
Pizzeria Uno’s in Hanover, MA is a proud supporter of LifeTeen Hanover. Starting Sunday, October 7, 2007, Pizzeria Uno’s will be sponsoring the “Dough Rai$ers Program” to support LifeTeen Hanover.
Tickets will be available in the bulletin each week – all you need to do is bring it with you when you eat at Pizzeria Uno’s in Hanover on any Sunday. When you arrive at the restaurant, present your ticket and LifeTeen Hanover will receive a donation from Pizzeria Uno’s for up to 20% of the bill.
It’s that easy – it doesn’t cost you a thing AND LifeTeen Hanover profits big time! Remember to bring your ticket – and eat at Pizzeria Uno’s on Sunday’s! Please show your support of the LifeTeen program by eating at Pizzeria Uno’s on as many Sunday’s as possible – and be sure to thank them for their support! This is an excellent way for us to raise money for World Youth Day 2008! The program ends July 2008!
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Posted on: 10/1/2007 3:26:11 PM
Hello EVERYONE!!!
Click on this link to hear more about the Seekonk Races.
LTH RACE CAR
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Posted on: 10/1/2007 3:21:48 PM
The Rite of Confirmation Classes begin on Sunday October 7th for 8th grade students from 4-5:45 in the Parish Center. Classes for 9th grade students will take place on October 21st from 4-4:45 in the Parish Center.
Confirmation will take place for all 10th graders on October 14th or October 28th.
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Posted on: 9/20/2007 5:14:12 PM
There will be a very important meeting for all parents of LifeTeen Hanover teens on Sunday, September 30, 2007 immediately after the LifeTeen Mass. This brief meeting will touch on the various areas we need parental support - such as providing food for LifeNights, driving, setting up and decorating for dances, etc. If you are unable to attend but can help out in anyway, please see Sue Hannigan or John Murray.
There will also be an information meeting for World Youth Day 2008 after the parents meeting. All teens attending the trip must attend the meeting, along with their parents. Final tour information, travel dates, and cost will be provided. Our tour company will be giving the presentation.
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Posted on: 9/20/2007 5:10:21 PM
Volunteers are needed for the 8th and 9th grade Confirmation Classes on the first and third Sunday of each month. All confirmed high school students are eligible to help. Classes run from 4 - 5:30 pm on Sundays. An informational overview session will be held on Tuesday, September 25, 2007 from 7-9 pm in the LifeHouse. Please plan on attending if you intend to volunteer.
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Posted on: 9/13/2007 11:46:24 AM
All members of the Class of 2008 are strongly encouraged to attend the Senior Leadership Summit on Saturday, September 29, 2007 from 2-6 pm. Please make every effort to make adjustments to your work, sports and social calendars. This will be a great way to get all of the seniors on the same page and plan for yet another successful year in LifeTeen!
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Posted on: 9/13/2007 11:44:14 AM
LifeTeen Hanover will be visiting the Davis Mega Maze in Sterling, MA on Saturday, September 15. We will be meeting at the church at 1 pm and should be back around 6 or 7 pm. The cost is $15. Please make sure you have signed up if you plan to attend, as arrangements need to be made for transportation. This popular event has been a fun filled day each year! Be prepared to race against the Core Team. Check out the Davis Farm website at:http://www.davisfarmland.com/megamaze/index.htm
Please check the LTH website Saturday morning, as the farm does close due to rain. The forecast is predicting rain for Saturday morning, so stay tuned for our final plans.
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Posted on: 9/8/2007 4:18:59 PM
WOW!
The Lord works is marvelous ways and he certainly worked hard last night! Over 500 of God's people came to Hanover to Pray and Worship in the presence of our SACRED God.
Please visit the LifeTeenBlog and see some cool photots and videos of the nght. ADORE 2097 - HANOVER, MA
Thank you to everyone who prayed for the night and all your support!
I Love you, God Loves you, Pass it on!
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Posted on: 8/31/2007 12:15:43 PM
Saturday
4:00PM
1) Paul Harris
2) Elizabeth Maguire
Sunday
7:30AM
1) Dan Danckert
2) Tom Maguire
9:30AM
1) Susan Hannigan
2) Rebecca Hannigan
11:30AM
1) Emily McDonald
2) Kerry Ahearn
6:00PM
1) Colleen Zuzevich
2) Justine Harrington
3) Hilary Benton
4) Stephi Dankert
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Posted on: 8/31/2007 10:52:16 AM
Happy Anniversary! This is our 100th Anniversary as parish. Prior to that Saint Mary’s was a mission church serving the area.
As part of the celebration, Matt Maher will be here for a night of praise and worship on Friday, September 7.
We have used his Kyrie, Lamb of God, Love Has Come and others.
Tickets are on sale after masses and the evening is for everyone, old and young (probably 3rd or 4th grade and up)
Doors open at 7:00 PM and the event begins at 7:30 PM. There will be music, speakers, praise….
On Saturday, September 8 after 9:00 mass we will have a good old fashioned clean up.
We will be cleaning the upper church to prepare for our celebration.
On Sunday, September 9 Fr. Chris will preside at 11:30 MASS. Our parish picnic follows mass. Get your tickets after mass
this coming weekend or at the Parish Center, M-Th, 9:30-1:30.
The Liturgy Committee is hosting a Ministries Night on Monday, September 10, 6:45 -9:30 PM in the church.
We will have ice breakers so that people can get to know each other, ½ hour ministry meetings and Mass.
This was a very fruitful event last year.
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Posted on: 8/19/2007 2:36:15 PM
ADORE MINISTRIES ANNOUNCES THE 2097 WORSHIP TOUR; SEPT. ‘07. TRAVELING WITH THE MINISTRY WILL BE MATT MAHER AND BAND;
KELLY PEASE; JOSH BLAKESLEY. PAUL GEORGE WILL BE SPEAKING
Houma, LA July 15, 2007. ADORE Ministries is about to venture into cities across the nation for a fall tour of worship and evangelization. The ministry is based in Houma Louisiana. In the spirit of the New Evangelization, the ministry is committed to go wherever God would send them. ‘2097’ is the ministry’s outreach of worship and evangelization.
The 2097 Tour will include a night of powerful worship and a teaching that will cut to the heart. Matt Maher and band; along with Kelly Pease and Josh Blakesley will coming together for this worship event. National speaker, Paul George will be proclaiming a powerful message that brings relate-ability to the gospel. The tour will begin in Williamsburg, VA on Sept. 6, 2007 and close in Albuquerque, NM on Sept. 19, 2007.
Matt Maher is a critically acclaimed worship leader, songwriter and artist, having been in full time ministry for over 12 years, release three full-length albums and infiltrating contemporary worship inside the Catholic Church.
Since the 2002 release of his first CD, The End and the Beginning, the rise of Matt and his music has been remarkable. At World Youth Day in Toronto, Matt’s “Litany of the Saints” was sung at the official Papal Evening Prayer, with the Holy Father singing the lyrical prayer along with 700,000 young pilgrims from around the world. Matt is slated to lead worship at the next World Youth Day in Sydney, Australia in the summer of 2008.
Matt’s songs “Just Like You” and “Love Has Come” were recorded by Christian artist Kathy Troccoli for her album The Heart of Me, which received a Grammy nomination for 2002 Best Pop/Contemporary Gospel Album of the Year. Maher’s “Your Grace Is Enough” was recorded by worship leader, Chris Tomlin on his gold-selling “Arriving” CD and “On The Third Day” was recorded by Michael Olson, landing at #2 on the Christian Inspirational charts in early 2007. In October 2003, he received the Unity Award for “Best New Artist of the Year” from the United Catholic Music and Video Association. In 2004 he received the Unity Award for Praise & Worship Song of the Year for “I Love You, Lord.”
Matt’s music has received glowing reviews from major Christian music publications and he is increasingly sought after as a performer and worship leader at worship events, youth ministry conferences and rallies. Matt's music and message flourish alongside partnering organizations such as Lifeteen, National Catholic Youth Convention, National Conference on Catholic Youth Ministry, Worship Leader, Los Angeles Religious Education Congress,
Franciscan University of Steubenville and worshiptogether.com. Matt currently leads the music ministry with his band of 3 every Sunday evening at St. Timothy’s in Phoenix, Arizona as the parish’s Artist in Residence.
With the release of his third album with OCP/spiritandsong.com, Overflow, in February 06, and a forthcoming Essential Records release in the spring of 2008, Matt continues to explore the wonders and challenges of this life that God calls us to. Matt welcomes us to walk with him in his ministry, promoting unity to all God’s people, young and old, around the world.
Kelly Pease is a Louisiana native and has been "praying" through music since the age of 14. At first she thought the music God was giving her was simply to help her heal from the losses she experienced early in life, including the divorce of her parents and her father's untimely death. But, over time, God revealed to her that the music he was pouring through her was for others as well.
Now, at the age of 22, Kelly shares her music and testimony in churches and conferences across the country. Her songs reflect a true telling of the ups and downs of walking with Christ, including the major themes of God's consistency in an inconsistent world and the call for God's church to be one.
"What I believe God has put on my heart is a call for unity in the church," Kelly says. "I believe there are millions of people in the world who need to be fed. They need to hear about Jesus. They need something to eat. They need to be loved. I think we prevent this from happening when we turn on each other to criticize and point out the flaws in religion. We are all imperfect. We are also all trying to know Jesus and help make Him known. My heart is that we stand on our common ground and try to help each other see that to fruition."
Recently, Kelly signed a recording contract with Beach Street/Reunion Records. Her debut album will release worldwide in the spring of 2008.
Josh Blakesely’s Christian music journey began in 1992 while he was involved with a high school peer ministry team. During that time he saw the power of God at work in the lives of teens as they were transformed into believers and lovers of Jesus Christ
He vowed to be "sold out" for Christ and to use his gift of writing music to glorify God. In a world where well-produced secular music is dominant, he has dedicated himself to making quality contemporary Catholic music. In addition, he's committed to spreading the Gospel through dynamic speaking and personal testimony.
In 1993, Josh was a praise and worship leader for the papal visit at World Youth Day in Denver, Colorado. He has led music for over 10 years at various Steubenville Youth Conferences throughout the U.S. He has worked as a musician with the Catholic Heart Work Camps and the Life Teen Camps. He has contributed songs to several compilation albums, including Steubenville's 1999 Out of the Jungle, and the 2004 spiritandsong CD Live It!
In 2003, Josh released his first solo album, Immersed, which includes original songs written mostly from his experiences in youth and music ministry. A common thread in his lyrics is how one can never be the same after a true communion with the living God.
In addition to composing and recording music, Josh serves as young adult coordinator and assistant music director at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Alexandria, Louisiana. He travels many weekends to other parishes throughout the U.S. doing concerts, conducting workshops for musicians, speaking at youth rallies and conferences, and leading praise and worship.
Josh and his wife, Heather, have two children.
Paul George has been in the trenches of ministry for the past twelve years. He has run parish youth ministry programs in both Louisiana and Arizona. He is the former Director of Parish Programs/Southern Regional Director for Life Teen International.
Gifted in developing a Gospel relevancy for people of all ages and channeling his message through stories and humor, Paul George shares his passion for God and his vocation in leading worship. Co-founder of ADORE ministries, Paul travels around the country speaking at rallies, retreats, conferences, schools and many other venues. He had the honor of speaking in Rome, Italy for the World Youth Day Celebration in August of 2000.
Paul currently resides in Houma, LA where he serves as director of ADORE ministries (a non-profit ministry which serves the Diocese of Houma/Thibodaux. Its mission is to bring the love of God to all people through worship, evangelization, outreach, and formation). ADORE’S worship nights draw over 1000 people of all ages. Also ADORE’S 2097 outreach continues to bring the heart of ADORE’S mission of worship into cities across the country. Paul also serves the
> Diocese of H/T as the director of young adult ministry.
Paul is married to his college sweetheart Gretchen; they have three children named Marie, Jacob and Sarah.
Current 2097 Tour Schedule:
Sept. 6 Williamsburg, VA
Sept. 7 Hanover, MA
Sept. 8 North Canton, OH (Walsh University)
Sept. 12 Kansas City, MO
Sept. 14 Houston, TX (University of St Thomas)
Sept. 15 Lubbock, TX (Texas Tech)
Sept. 17 Phoenix, AZ
Sept. 19 Albuquerque, NM
www.2097worship.com (see for details and updates to tour schedule)
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Posted on: 8/19/2007 2:35:43 PM
WHO WE ARE
Pope John Paul II prophetically dreamt of a renewal in the Church –
a New Springtime mirroring Pentecost. We at ADORE believe
this New Springtime is dawning as Christians around the world bow
their lives before God like never before. The New Springtime in our
dream as we go forth with a heart to lead people to God. And,
we dream of the same freedom for ADORE Ministries, that we might
serve God with complete reliance on Him and with an openness to go
wherever He would lead us.
OUR VISION
The vision of ADORE is simple and stems directly from the Catechism
of the Catholic Church #2097
“To ADORE God is to acknowledge, in respect and absolute submission,
the ‘nothingness of the creature; who would not exist but for God.
To ADORE God is to praise and exalt Him and humble oneself, as
Mary did in the Magnificat, confessing with gratitude that He has done
great things and holy is His name. The worship of the one God sets
us free from turning in ourselves, from the slavery to sin and
idolatry of the world.”
2097 OUTREACH
In the spirit of the New Evangelization, we are committed to following
God wherever He would send us. This has lead us to travel to cities
across the country. The 2097 mission is our outreach of worship
and evangelization. We believe that worship does not just begin
when we gather for corporate worship events, but, begins as our
hearts bow to Him who is worthy of all our praises. We are
committed to journeying with local Church communities
to support and empower God’s people to come together with the
united intention of loving and worshipping our God. The 2097
mission outreach consists of powerful worship and preaching that brings
relate-ability to the good news of the Gospel.
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Posted on: 8/19/2007 12:02:28 PM
LifeTeen Hanover will be hosting Matt Maher on Friday, September 7, 2007 right here at St. Mary's! Matt and his band will perform at 7:30 pm. Much help is needed to make this concert a success. Please let John know if you are interested in selling tickets ($15) after masses for the next 2 weekends. We also need volunteers for set up and break down on the day of the concert. Please start spreading the word ASAP - we want as many people as possible to attend!
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Posted on: 8/8/2007 4:51:00 PM
Thank you to all who have signed up for the PAINTBALL outing!
We will have a blast!
There is one thing ALL participants must bring besides the $40 to play....a permission slip. The permission slip can be found at permission slip
I look forward to a great day...see you all at the CHURCH at 9:15 am.
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Posted on: 8/7/2007 7:58:14 AM
The LTH Alumni came out blazing last night in a 18 - 16 victory over the current LTH members.
Led by Mike Habeeb, Tim Barrett, Ricky Valente, Allen Hernon and Matt Grobowski the Alumni jumped out to an early lead and never looked back.
It was a lot of fun and we even had Padre Pele knocking the ball around.
More details to come on this exciting event!
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Posted on: 7/27/2007 4:43:40 PM
ALL Seniors, who graduated this year, MUST turn in their "Golden Ticket" if they plan on attending any of the Senior Week activities. Please make sure you return your "Golden Ticket" to John before August 1, 2007 - it is very important for planning purposes!
Senior Events:
Sunday, August 12: Senior LifeNight
Monday, August 13: Senior Adoration
Tuesday, August 14, Pasta with the Pastor
Families and friends of the seniors are invited to both the Senior LifeNight and Senior Adoration.
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Posted on: 7/23/2007 9:56:57 AM
LifeTeen Hanover hit the rapids and the ropes this weekend and had an awesome time! 11 teens attended the trip, along with Mike, Michelle, Erin and John .... and Mr and Mrs Hayward graciously drove a group of teens up and back for us, which was a tremendous help. We hit the rapids early Saturday morning - with our lifevests, wetsuits and helmets on - and learned the commands from our guides. We had a fantastic time on the river - rafting, swimming, water wars, and falling out of the boat, occasionally! We had a delicious lunch on the river and returned to Adventure Bound late in the afternoon. We had a taco dinner .... birthday cake for Michelle ... and a mean game of Volleyball before the camp fire. Sunday morning we packed up the vans and hit the HIGH (really HIGH) Ropes Course. We tested our fears and stepped outside our comfort zone ... and worked together as a TEAM to get people up on the ropes! It was a WONDERFUL adventure .... can't wait to go back! Check out the pictures on the website and we'll have a night to share pictures and the video when we get them!
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Posted on: 7/23/2007 9:50:19 AM
Anyone who participated and helped with the Passion Play is invited to dinner on Tuesday, July 24, 2007. Please meet at the church at 6:00 pm and we will go from there! Please let Colleen Zuzavich know if you are able to attend! Thank you!
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Posted on: 7/15/2007 11:37:26 AM
All teens attending the White Water Rafting Trip should pick up an informational sheet downstairs in the LifeHouse. Please be at the church by 4:15 pm on Friday afternoon, we will return on Sunday afternoon, in time for the LifeTeen mass. Please make sure to pack all of the required items (sleeping bag, pillow, blanket, appropriate bathing suit, water shoes, beach towel, prescription medication, etc). We will be traveling in a 15 passenger van and Mrs. Hayward will be driving a group as well. Get ready for the ropes course on Sunday! For more information and pictures, check out the Adventure Bound website: http://www.adv-bound.com/
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Posted on: 7/15/2007 11:33:57 AM
World Youth Day 2008 is less than ONE year away! In less than a year, our WYD pilgrims will be traveling to Sydney, Australia. Please be sure to attend the LifeNight tonight to get more up to date travel information.
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Posted on: 7/15/2007 11:31:07 AM
The senior class organized a fantastic All Nighter on Friday night. We had over 42 teens spend the night here at the church - playing Capture the Flag, Red Rover, watching Pirate movies and decorating cupcakes. everyone had a great time, and only a few people were able to doze off! Great job Seniors!
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Posted on: 7/15/2007 11:28:38 AM
All teens attending the Boston Harbor Cruise on Monday, July 16, 2007 MUST have a permission slip from the Archdiocese. Without the permission slip, you will NOT be allowed to attend. Please be at the church by 6:15 pm, and arrange for a ride home at 12 am. Please dress appropriately - no tank tops, no plunging v necks, no mini skirts! Please represent our parish WELL!
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Posted on: 6/21/2007 9:17:16 PM
The Alumni of LifeTeen Hanover are running a Poker Tournament on Saturday, June 23 at 7:30 pm in the Parish Center. Cost to enter is $100 - prize is based on a percentage of the number of people that attend. Anyone over the age of 18 is welcome (please bring a photo ID). Please spread the word, as all proceeds from the event go directly to help support our LifeTeen Hanover Alumni and their pilgrimage to World Youth Day, Australia, 2008.
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Posted on: 6/17/2007 1:04:03 PM
The LifeTeen Alumni have returned from a week of service in Chaparral, New Mexico. The alumni served from June 9 through June 16 and were hosted by the Religious of the Assumption, a group of nuns. The purpose of the mission was to serve the children of Chaparral, NM by organizing a camp that the sisters run each summer. The alumni organized many different activities for each day - soccer, kickball, basketball, arts and crafts, story telling, jewelry making and a mini olympics. Each morning, they joined the community for daily mass, sometimes in English and sometimes in Spanish! The alumni spent the afternoons helping the sisters with various tasks and projects - gardening, repairing and painting a shed, etc. Each night, the alumni gathered in the local park with the community to play soccer and spend time with the families. Each night we gathered as a group for prayer, reflection, or Adoration - we certainly did have some awesome prayer experiences! It was an amazing experience - to be a part of the community of Chaparral, NM and to see the dedication and service of the sisters. The alumni have adopted "Sister Chabela" as the new Grandmother of LifeTeen!
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Posted on: 6/6/2007 11:37:20 PM
All teens interested in the White Water Rafting Trip MUST bring their money to John Barata as soon as possible. All 32 spots are full and there is a waiting list.
The trip fee includes the transportation by coach bus, Saturday all day rafting trip, Sunday ropes course and FOOD!
We are planning to have a FANTASTIC time...so please don't miss out!
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Posted on: 6/6/2007 11:33:33 PM
This year will be another special Vacation Bible School at St. Mary's in Hanover!
We will be adding a new feature for all of our teens and camp participants. We will have interaction between all the ages!!!
Our teens will be involed in the camp but will also be performing acts of service throughout the week and then reporting back to all the campers.
Service for the week will include a clean-up, a visit to the local pantry and shelter, a luncheon and/or sing along and much more!
Please MARK your calendars for this AWESOME week of prayer, service and worship!
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Posted on: 6/6/2007 11:29:53 PM
This weekend 8 alumni along with John and Erin will be heading to Chapparal, New Mexico to serve a wonderful community of God's people.
The mission involves running a day camp for over 100 children that will include sports, arts and crafts, storytelling and other fun activities. The group will also spend time doing manual labor for the community and enjoy spending time with families in the evening.
We will pray each and every night for all of our Life Teen family members and will remember you each morning at mass.
We look forward to seeing you all upon our return!
I love you, God Loves you, PASS it on!!!
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Posted on: 5/23/2007 7:01:22 PM
Hi Teens,
Please keep John in your prayers ... he has been in the hospital in Boston since Sunday morning and they are still trying to diagnose the problem with his ear. Thank you for your continued prayers .... ~ Erin
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Posted on: 5/23/2007 6:59:59 PM
XLT will take place on Thursday, May 24, 2007 at 7:00 pm at Stonehill College. Please arrange for your own transportation or carpool from the church parking lot. John will most likely NOT be there, unless he is out of the hospital. Alumni are welcome to attend.
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Posted on: 5/7/2007 3:55:34 PM
What a lovely weekend and a fantastic Monday!
Thank you to all who have sent in their initial $500 deposit for WYD 2008 in Sydney.
If you do not plan on attending WYD but are on this list please let me know NOW; so that I can remove you and not send you information. However, if you are interested but struggle financially please let me know ASAP also.
We have 44 deposits or confirmations so far. That is fantastic! We have another 14 that I have not heard from…please let me know where you stand!
Here is the official World Youth Day website for you to get a feel for the pilgrimage.
WYD
Click here
It is a great website with lots of facts, videos and information.
We have a lot to do in ONLY 435 days! We are still finalizing our tour operators and once we get that confirmed we will pass along the information to you.
This email is simply to remind you that our Journey has begun. I ask that each day in your prayers you pray for Pope Benedict to give him the strength and courage to speak in Sydney as well as he did in Köln, Germany. He has been an inspiration to many and a surprise to us all. Many were concerned about his ability to connect with the youth in this world…but he is doing a great job!
Please keep all of the pilgrims in your prayers…over 1 million people will be traveling to Sydney for this wonderful occasion.
With all this prayerful preparation also comes the financial planning. To assist us all in spreading out the expense I have included our payment schedule. This is represented as “per pilgrim”:
April 2007 Deposit $500
July 2007 Installment #1 $500
October 2007 Inst. #2 $500
February 2008 Inst. #3 $1000
May 2008 Inst. #4 $1000
Of course much of this depends on fundraising. (Please note that only adds up to $3500.00) I am hoping that we will come in lower than that.
This is just a payment schedule so that you know what to expect.
I appreciate all your efforts and sacrifices to make this work…I promise it will be worth every penny saved and hour worked.
God Bless…
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Posted on: 4/22/2007 10:04:22 AM
Please help contribute to our parish that gives us SO much by donating a baked good to the Parish Gala on Saturday, April 28h. Baked goods can be dropped off in the Parish Center anytime between 9 am and 5 pm. We also need volunteers to help serve at the Gala - please see John Barata for details.
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Posted on: 4/18/2007 10:14:26 AM
LTH returned on Tuesday, April 17th from a two day retreat at the Craigville Retreat center down on Cape Cod. The retreat was located right on the beach, with beautiful facilities, awesome views and delicious food! Teens heard witness talks from Mr. Murray and Deacon Chris and participated in many small group activities and affirmation exercises. A great time was had by all .... stay tuned for details regarding the Fall Retreat!
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Posted on: 4/18/2007 10:11:42 AM
All teens interested in attending World Youth Day 2008 that need help fundraising MUST drop of either $20 or $20 worth of lottery tickets to John Barata by Friday, April 20th. Fundraising for WYD will be closely tracked - if you don't participate, you will NOT get credit and any money earned from the Gala.
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Posted on: 4/10/2007 11:35:21 AM
The Spring Retreat will be held on April 16-17th, during school vacation week. The retreat will be held at the Craigville Retreat Center down on Cape Cod. Please make sure to pick up an information sheet to bring home to your parents - it will answer any questions you may have. Reminder, all teens should bring a snack and a drink to share. Also, please bring your OWN bed linens (sleeping bag or sheets and a blanket as they are NOT provided). Please meet at 11:30 am Monday morning - any questions, see John.
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Posted on: 4/10/2007 11:27:07 AM
Holy Week at St. Mary's began with the Mass of the Lords Supper on Holy Thursday. Many of our teens and their parents participated in the washing of the feet ceremony. Holy Week continued with the Stations of the Cross, followed by Good Friday's Mass where the juniors and seniors performed the Passion. On Saturday, many of the teens attended the Easter Vigil. About 15 teens were back bright and early Sunday morning to blow up balloons and pass them out to the little kids! Thank you all for making this Holy Week so fantastic!
And a special THANK YOU to all who participated in the Passion .... you were AWESOME! We have heard so many compliments ... KUDOS to you all!
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Posted on: 4/10/2007 11:20:20 AM
LifeTeen Hanover proudly announces the start of Homework Days. All high school students are invited to attend homework days, Monday through Thursday from 3 pm to 9pm. (If LTH has an event like Prayer Night or Open LifeHouse, homework days will end at 6:30 pm.) Dan Danckert, a senior at Xaverian High School, will be running the program. Please feel free to stop by with your homework to study with a friend or get some assistance. Any questions, please see Dan Danckert.
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Posted on: 3/26/2007 11:35:50 PM
Nick Frazier's bookbag is missing from Pizza and Prayer. The bag contains his laptop computer. If you accidentally picked up Nick's bad instead of your own, please contact John and let him know ASAP.
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Posted on: 3/7/2007 4:54:17 PM
LTH will be helping run a mini retreat for the second graders at the Parish Center on March 18th from 4 - 5:45 pm. John will need plenty of volunteers to help out, so please come by! Thanks!
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Posted on: 3/7/2007 4:45:49 PM
LTH will be hosting XLT on Thursday, March 22nd at Stonehill College. XLT is a very powerful prayer experience with Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, Reconciliation, live music, and prayer with the other LifeTeen parishes in the area. Our very own LifeTeen band will be playing at XLT - be sure to come support them! We expect a large turn-out, so a bus will be provided. Make sure to be at the church by 6:15 pm and we will be home around 9:45 pm.
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Posted on: 2/28/2007 4:12:42 PM
There will be a very important meeting for WYD Sydney (July 2008) on Sunday night, March 4, 2007 - immediately after mass. If you have ANY interest in attending World Youth Day, you MUST attend the meeting. Parents of interested teens are STRONGLY encouraged to attend. A representative of the travel company will be present at the meeting to give us an overview of the tour package. Information regarding final dates, flights, and costs will given at the meeting. If you have not filled out an "I Am Interested in WYD 2008" form, please do so ASAP so we have an idea of how many flights we need to reserve! Initial deposits will be due in early April!
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Posted on: 2/21/2007 2:29:46 PM
LTH has just returned from an exciting Ski weekend up at Waterville Valley in NH. 26 teens, accompanied by 6 Core members attended the trip. The ski conditions were awesome, despite the bitter cold on Monday! There was plenty of snow, a few good wipe-outs, and lot's of laughs! Mike Callahan hung out in the lodge, impressing the teens with his card skills! A great time was had by all!
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Posted on: 2/21/2007 2:27:08 PM
St. Mary's will be offering a Friday night film series during the Lenten season, starting on Friday March 2nd. Movies will be shown at the Parish Center at 7 pm on Friday night and a discussion regarding the movie will take place immediately afterwards. This event is open to all parishoners and high school teens.
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Posted on: 2/14/2007 3:57:15 PM
Please note, if school in Hanover is cancelled for the day, all regularly scheduled LifeTeen Hanover events will be cancelled as well.
Please check the www.lifeteenhanover.com website for the most up to date information regarding cancelled programs, time changes, etc!
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Posted on: 2/11/2007 5:41:27 PM
LTH Stag Semi was held on Saturday, February 10th in the Parish Center. The Valentines Decorations were beautiful - and the music was awesome! Everyone was dresed to the nine's ... girls in pretty dresses and boys in their shirts and ties! A wonderful night was had by all who attended. Check back soon to see the pictures online!
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Posted on: 2/5/2007 9:30:28 AM
The Bonanza Raffle is HERE! Tickets cost $100 - and the first place prize is $5000. All teens are asked to sell 2 tickets! The drawing will take place at the parish Irish Night on February 24, 2007. ALL proceeds will benefit the LifeTeen program. Please make your best effort to sell 2 tickets, at the least! Any questions, please see John.
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Posted on: 2/5/2007 9:27:17 AM
Please note that construction has begun on the LifeHouse. Once completed, there will be a full service kitchen, seating area with booths, and a game room. At this time, NO TEENS are allowed downstairs for safety reasons. All LifeTeen events will take place in the Parish Center until further notice. Thank you for your patience during the construction period!
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Posted on: 2/1/2007 1:04:00 PM
LifeTeen will host a SuperBowl party after mass on Sunday night. Please note, Sunday's mass has been changed to 4:30 PM.
The SuperBowl Party will take place at 6:30 in the Parish Center. Please bring snacks and a drink to share. Parents are welcome to stay and watch the game.
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Posted on: 2/1/2007 1:01:53 PM
It's time to get out your dancing shoes! LifeTeen Hanover's Stag Semi will take place on Saturday, February 10, 2007 from 6:30-10:30. The cost for the dance will be $30, but $10 will be returned to you at the door. This is to prevent people from signing up, but not showing up to the dance. The dance will include dinner, a DJ, and a night full of dancing! Dress is semi-formal, meaning girls should wear a dress (that they already have or borrow) or nice skirt and boys should wear a shirt and tie. Please dress appropriately. Any parents interested in helping with decorations or food should contact Sue Hannigan!
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Posted on: 1/17/2007 11:15:20 AM
ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST COMPLETE THE WAIVER ON THIS WEBSITE!
YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO PLAY WITHOUT A SIGNED WAIVER!
This text will be a link to Ultimate Paint Ball
SEE YOU ALL ON SATURDAY!
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Posted on: 1/16/2007 10:49:54 PM
ATTENTION - The LifeTeen Mass on Sunday, January 21, 2007 will be at 5:30 pm. We will not be competing with the Patriots game. Please spread the word to all your friends and family members to get the word out. Please also post on MYSPACE. GO PATS!
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Posted on: 1/15/2007 5:37:28 PM
Activities for the Week of January 15, 2007:
Open LifeHouse has been changed to Wednesday, January 17th, from 7-9 pm.
Paintball will be Saturday, January 20th, from 2-5 at the Ultimate Paintball Facility in Whitman. Meet at St. Mary's at 1:30 if you need a ride, otherwise, meet there at 1:50. Call John with any questions!
Stay tuned to the LifeTeen Hanover website for updates on the mass time for Sunday night. Go Pats!
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Posted on: 1/5/2007 9:08:39 PM
The Appalachia Service Project reunion was Wednesday, December 27. 45 of the 52 teens attended the reunion, along with many of their parents, family, and friends - so there was a great turnout. Everyone enjoyed the ASP slideshow and reminiscing about our trip to Tennessee. Anyone interested in obtaining a copy of the ASP slideshow should contact John!
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Posted on: 1/5/2007 9:05:10 PM
LifeTeen celebrated Christmas mass at midnight on Christmas Eve. It was a wonderful mass - the spirit of Christmas was certainly alive at St. Mary's! The teens were all decked out in their Christmas best and the LifeTeen Band rocked with some awesome Christmas music!
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Posted on: 1/5/2007 8:59:12 PM
LifeTeen Hanover hosted the first annual LifeTeen Cares event on Friday, December 15th. Several other LifeTeen parishes in the diocese attended the event. All teens brought a small toy and non-perishable canned goods to donate to local shelters. There were several fun activities: decorating ornaments, writing letters to the core team, making hot cocoa, yummy snacks, a sing along, and some fun ice breakers. A few special guests stopped by: Bishop John Dooher, from Dedham, and Santa Claus! Stay tuned for more regional LifeTeen events!
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Posted on: 1/5/2007 8:45:31 PM
LifeTeen Hanover hit New York City on Saturday, December 9th. 46 Teens, along with Johh, Father Chris, and the Core team, traveled in a coach bus down to NYC. We stopped at Ground Zero, to view the memorial that his been built to honor the rescue workers and those who lost their lives in the 911 atack. We then visited the Empire State Building, Bryant Park for ice skating, Rockafella Center, and then had a tour of NBC studios. We went on to see St. Patrick's Cathedral and ended the day in Times Square, with plenty of time to do some Christmas shopping. And, our trip concluded with watching "Elf" on the busride home! Great time had by all!
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Posted on: 12/21/2006 7:31:54 PM
The Appalachia Service Project Reunion will take place on Wednesday, December 27th, from 7:30-9:30 at the Parish Center. Please invite family, friends, and stockholders so they can see our awesome slideshow, see pictures, and hear our stories. This is a perfect opportunity to reminisce about our journey and share our stories! Spread the word, and bring your pictures and a dessert to share! Thanks!
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Posted on: 12/21/2006 7:26:10 PM
The LifeTeen mass for Christmas Eve (December 24th) will be the Midnight Mass. Mass will start on time and be over by 1 am. Please try to attend!
There will be NO Pizza and Prayer on Monday, December 25th (Christmas Day). Enjoy the time with your families!
The LifeTeen mass will take place at 6 pm as usual on New Years Eve. There will NOT be a LifeNight afterwards, and teens will NOT be allowed to hang out downstairs afterwards. It is a dangerous night to be out driving, and we do not want to take any chances.
There WILL be Pizza and Prayer on Monday, January 1st at 6:30. Please come by!
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Posted on: 11/20/2006 5:52:48 PM
The LTH Alumni (Class of 2006) have challenged LTH to a soccer game on Sunday, November 26, 2006 at 2 pm. The game will be held at the school across from the church. Everyone is invited to play ... or come cheer the players on !! Come show your LTH spirit !!
The Alumni think they can beat us...so let's prove them wrong!
See you there!!
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Posted on: 11/14/2006 12:49:53 PM
LifeTeen Hanover will be hosting the 1st ever "LifeTeen Cares" program down in the LifeHouse on December 15, 2006.
Sean Flynn, myself and the other Youth Ministers have discussed ways of bringing us all together once in a while. This is just one of the possibilities.
We are thinking that this would be a great night for a Christmas service
social. There will be food, music, and fun provided. We are working out the final details. All we ask is that each teen bring a present and a can good, or toiletries for those in shelters or
prison.
All LifeTeen Parishes in the area will be invited to attend. All parishes will be asked to collect food and toiletries. This will be a great way to help out in this event and spotlight what LifeTeen is doing together.
We are excited about this event and ask you to save the night. If for some reason the bigger event does not materialize we will still get together!
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Posted on: 11/2/2006 9:02:02 PM
Please check online to view the most up to date phots!
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Posted on: 10/29/2006 11:47:01 AM
Nov. 4, 2006, 9 am - 9 pm. The g2g conference is for youths and adults to praise the Lord together through praise and worship, guest speakers, confession, Mass and Eucharistic adoration. The cost is $30 per person and includes 1 meal (bring $6-10 for dinner).
Make checks payable to CRS Boston and give them to John Barata at the 7:00 pm Open Life House Thursday Night (November 2nd) Registration forms will be available in the Life House. g2g takes place at the Glen Ellen Country Club in Mills, MA. For more info: www.stbrendanteenpage.org.
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Posted on: 10/23/2006 2:47:47 PM
WE are a few days away from an exciting trip to Lake Compounce in Bristol, CT.
We will depart the church parking lot at 2:30pm (please arrive at 2:15pm...NO LATER) and we will return by 11:00pm.
Please dress appropriately...I am not sure what the weather forecast is...but I would suggest you bring a jacket and some gloves. The amusement park will be open and there are rides to go on before we enter the Haunted House.
The fee for the trip is $30 which covers the transportation and park admission.
Looking forward to a great trip...please make sure you pay the $30 by Monday October 23rd to reserve your spot!
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Posted on: 10/16/2006 9:48:45 AM
LifeTeen Hanover's annual Halloween Bash will take place on Friday, October 20th from 7:30 - 10 pm. Please join us in the LifeHouse for fun, snacks, dancing, and more !! Wear your costume!! Cost is $5 at the door.
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Posted on: 10/3/2006 12:13:49 PM
Monday night was a special "Pizza and Prayer". Not only was it Adoration, but the 75 teens in attendance got to see Ashley Papelbon, wife of Red Sox pitcher Jonathan Papelbon, convert to Catholicism. Ashley was able to pray in the presence of Jesus Christ and received Holy Communion for the first time, while surrounded by the loving prayers of the teens.
Ashley and Jonathan were very impressed with the prayer service and were inspired by seeing so many teens praying together. They are very grateful for your support and prayers, and Jonathan promises to be back in the Spring to talk at a LifeNight!!
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Posted on: 9/26/2006 12:06:12 PM
All High School teens are invited to attend the wedding ceremony of Core members Mike Jones and Michelle Rollins on Saturday, September 30th at 5:30 PM at the Holy Ghost Church in Whitman.
Teens are asked dress appropriately, sit in the back rows behind the family, and remember they are witnessing the sacrament of marriage !! Please be on your best behavior!! Unfortunately, John and Erin are both in the wedding and will be leaving immediately after the ceremony for pictures! We will see you all on Sunday though!
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Posted on: 9/23/2006 9:29:50 AM
Unfortunately, today's Corn Maze and Apple Picking has been cancelled due to rain. The announcement on the farm's website reads:
"Davis’ Mega Maze has been forced to CLOSE today at 9:05am. Ground conditions and too much rain this morning have closed the maze."
We will be looking to reschedule to a later date, stay tuned for more details!
Feel free to stop by this afternoon for an Open LifeHouse from 1 - 3:30 !!
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Posted on: 9/18/2006 10:39:26 PM
On Friday September 15th there were 59 middle schoolers in attendance for an open house at the Life House.
Pete McNulty was thrilled to see all the new faces and future leaders of our church.
More information on the EDGE program to follow. Please check website for details and photos.
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Posted on: 9/10/2006 12:57:45 PM
Saturday's Parish Family Picnic was a smashing success !! Over 20 teens helped organize volleyball, soccer, ring toss, face painting and various other games. They also served dinner and entertained older members of the parish !! There was even a very serious game of SIMON SAYS !! Thank you to all who came to volunteer !!
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Posted on: 9/5/2006 9:30:35 PM
Open LifeHouse Thursday night - stop by to hang out, relax with your friends, watch a movie, play some games, etc !! 7-9 pm !!
Saint Mary's Parish BBQ - Saturday September 9th, 2006: 4-7:30 pm. All teens are encouraged to attend to assist with the BBQ - setting up, organizing games, facepainting, etc !! The parish does ALOT for the teens, now it is time for the teens to give back to the parish !!
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Posted on: 9/4/2006 10:14:53 AM
Due to the terrible weather, the Welcome Back Barbecue has been changed to Monday afternoon - 4 pm on the Parish Center lawn. Please plan on coming before Prayer to hang out, play volleyball, whiffleball, soccer and have some yummy food !! Prayer will be at 6:30 as usual !! ALL HS teens welcome !! Bring a friend !!
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Posted on: 9/2/2006 7:04:03 PM
On September 2, 2006 a group of five people, including John Barata went on a lovely hiking trip. Kristen, Colleen, Stephanie, Heidi, Molly and John had a spectacular time. Pictures were taken, big foot was found, Molly almost fell off a cliff, Colleen choked three times and Heidi was attacked by a tree.The five GIRLS proved to be better hikers than any of the boys would've been, because they finished they're trail in under an hour, which we all decided was quite impressive. After our long hike, we decided to treat ourselves with some great food, so we went back to Uno's in Hanover and had dinner. Heidi found out what it sounds like to make a smoothie, Colleen choked a few times, John's fries all mysteriously disappeared from his plate and we all drew some great pictures right after our word search race. All in all, the afternoon was quite enjoyable and I'm sure John loved his afternoon out with the girls.
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Posted on: 9/2/2006 7:03:09 PM
5 fabulous girls (Heidi, Stephanie, Kristen, Molly and Colleen) embarked with me on the most perilous hiking journey I have ever expierenced. While the boys were at home playing with their barbie dolls, we were walking, preparing to climb the rockiest trail. However our plan was ruined when Bigfoot with his gigantic nose jumped out from behind a tree. The girls remained calm and it was good that the boys were not along, because we all know they would have been screaming for their mommies. We all began to run for it, but Bigfoot was much faster than us. We finally found a huge rock and ducked under it. Bigfoot and his huge nose did not fit under it. We all fell asleep, trying to regain our energy while Bigfoot was growing furious. He eventually ran off. We needed to find where in these dark woods we were so together we climbed a giant rock. We were unprepared for what was up top. A giagantic lion with a huge, curly mane was roaring at us.Molly, slipped and almost fell off the cliff. Colleen and Kristen bravely came to her rescue while Stephi was making sure that the backpack with its vital supplies would not fall off the ledge. Heidi defeated the lion with her matrix moves which she learned by being attacked by a crazy tree branch. The lion lay unconsious and Kristen and Colleen pulled Molly off the ledge. We could see the trail, so we ran to the car before this physchotic lion came back to eat us. A hyena laughed at our misery as we were out of breath and dreanched with sweat, but we knew we had to keep running. We finally made it to the car. I then took the courageous girls to Uno's for a feast they whole-heartily deserved.
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Posted on: 8/28/2006 5:22:00 PM
Let's go Hiking !! Meet at the Church parking lot at 2 pm and we will Carpool to Blue Hills in Milton. We will be home by 6pm. Please arrange to have your parents pick you up at the church!!
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Posted on: 8/21/2006 10:42:21 PM
New Mass Teams are being formed!! Don't miss out!! Everyone interested must Sign Up downstairs in the LifeHouse. If you currently serve on a Mass Team, please sign the sheet so we know you are still interested. If you are new, please sign up and let us know what you are interested in. We need Eucharistic Ministers, Lectors, Signers, Greeters, & Ushers. Training will be provided! Questions - please see Sue Hannigan or John Murray.
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Posted on: 8/21/2006 9:58:58 PM
Check out the Photo Galleries for updated ASP Photos, as new pictures are added daily!! Please bring in your ASP photos on a CD so they can be added to the website!!
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Posted on: 8/21/2006 9:43:32 PM
FYI: Back to School Dance is postponed until a later date !! More info to follow!!
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Posted on: 8/20/2006 5:20:35 PM
Please bring a friend !!
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Posted on: 8/17/2006 11:30:20 AM
Randolph Paintball Trip
On this lovely August 16, 2006, about 20 teens left from St. Mary¡¦s church in Hanover Massachusetts to go on a paintball trip. It was a blast and all enjoyed it. The bus left the parking lot at 10:00 in the morning and arrived back at the church at 2:20. Playing was done outdoors on four playing fields. We started on the first and ended on the first after the referee accidentally disturbed a hornet¡¦s nest and we abandoned that field. The underclassmen played the upperclassmen, but guess who won most of the games!ƒº The day was warm and very eventful and all had a blast! ƒº
-Nicholas Mirabito
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Posted on: 8/16/2006 9:04:37 AM
http://www.randolphpaintball.com/directions.html
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Posted on: 8/13/2006 12:00:27 AM
ANYONE INTERESTED MUST CALL JOHN BARATA AND LEAVE A MESSAGE AT 781-826-4059 OR EMAIL HIM AT JBARATA@STMARYSHANOVER.COM.
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Posted on: 8/12/2006 11:59:02 PM
Fr. Chris and John Barata, accompanied by 11 seniors and Erin Barata, hit the North End for some fun conversation, big laughs and great food.
Al Dente was the restaurant of choice and RENE was our waitress. The service was fantastic and the food was terrific. The company was top notch. Fr. Chris kept all entertained while the seniors chatted about the past, present and future!
The night concluded with delicious pastries from a new hot spot, Trani, on Salem St.
Pictures will be up soon...(once Ali gets them to me)
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Posted on: 8/12/2006 11:55:42 PM
It was a beautiful day full of music, friendship and laughter.
The Marist House was buzzing with people from all over New England listening to music, going to confession, celebrating mass, praying, singing and just having a great time.
LTH was well represented and travelled in style in the MINI-BLUE bus!!
Thank you to all who attended this special event!
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Posted on: 8/11/2006 5:39:19 PM
If you are interested in attending the Proud 2B Catholic Festival in Framingham, please contact John Barata asap!!!
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Posted on: 8/7/2006 10:33:36 PM
Over 35 Teens attended the XLT celebration at St. Mary's Dedham with Matt Maher and several other Life Teen Parishes.
It was a great time for all in attendance. Matt Maher gave an inspirational talk to the crowd and led the worship and praise.
LTH is looking forward to organizing and running its own XLT in the near future!
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Posted on: 8/5/2006 2:37:20 AM
WOW!!!
It is 2:35am and the ALL NIGHTER is going strong...the food is great, the company is wonderful and the cops have come twice!!!
What else could we ask for...
Over 25 teens have gathered for this LAST minute event!
Earlier in the evening we had a great group attend the FREE MOVIE at the Hatshell in Boston!!! It was a great time for all!!!
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Posted on: 8/5/2006 2:34:53 AM
Wednesday August 2nd marked a memorable moment for the Cardinal Cushing Center, St. Mary's Parish and Life Teen Hanover. All three groups came together to pray and celebrate the Eucharist with Fr. Chris Hickey.
This has become an annual event that keeps in mind the spirit that Cardinal Cushing himself would be proud of...people coming together in the name of St. Franicis to help one and other.
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Posted on: 8/1/2006 5:00:18 PM
LTH sent 45 representatives to the "PROVINCETOWN II" for a night of fun, laughter and dance.
The teens were terrific and extremely well behaved. More stories to come...please check back daily!!!
All teens must send me pictures to update the website!!!
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Posted on: 7/30/2006 10:27:56 AM
76 Pilgrims from Hanover, MA embarked on a journey at 4:30 am on Saturday July 15th. Our destination: Anderson County, Tennessee. Our Mission: To help spread the light of the World, in Jesus Christ. Our Learning Experience: PRICELESS!!!
The ASP experience was amazing. The Team Leaders, Teens and families were a true testimony to the Love of our Lord Jesus. People from all walks of life working side by side to bring joy to the life of others.
Each and every day we started in Prayer and Worship to our good Lord and we concluded each night with the celebration of the Eucharist.
In between we worked on homes that needed lots of love and care. What we gave to our families in physical labor, they returned right back in love and spiritual healing. Many of us went down to serve our brothers and sisters and quickly realized that we too were being served. Our Lord was working through our families to allow us to see all the goodness in this world.
We all learned that it is not the amount of money we have in our wallets, or the number of cars we have in the drive way...it is the way we love one and other and treat each other that truly measures our worth.
Overall, ASP was a terrific journey...I was so proud of the group. You all represented yourselves, your families, your parish and your God with the MOST AMAZING SPIRIT AND LOVE!
More articles and stories to follow about the ASP journey!
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Posted on: 7/30/2006 10:26:40 AM
76 Pilgrims from Hanover, MA embarked on a journey at 4:30 am on Saturday July 15th. Our destination: Anderson County, Tennessee. Our Mission: To help spread the light of the World, in Jesus Christ. Our Learning Experience: PRICELESS!!!
The ASP experience was amazing. The Team Leaders, Teens and families were a true testimony to the Love of our Lord Jesus. People from all walks of life working side by side to bring joy to the life of others.
Each and every day we started in Prayer and Worship to our good Lord and we concluded each night with the celebration of the Eucharist.
In between we worked on homes that needed lots of love and care. What we gave to our families in physical labor, they returned right back in love and spiritual healing. Many of us went down to serve our brothers and sisters and quickly realized that we too were being served. Our Lord was working through our families to allow us to see all the goodness in this world.
It is not the amount of money we have in our wallets, or the number of cars we have in the drive way...it is the way we love one and other and treat each other that truly measures our worth.
Overall, ASP was a terrific journey...I was so proud of the group. You all represented yourselves, your families, your parish and your God with the MOST AMAZING SPIRIT AND LOVE!
More articles and stories to follow about the ASP journey!
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Posted on: 7/30/2006 10:17:08 AM
Life Teen Hanover is pleased to announce the formation of NEW MASS TEAMS. Each team will be responsible for ALL parts of the mass including, greeters, signers, lectors, Eucharistic Ministers, gift bearers and ushers.
The NEW TEAMS will be working with John Barata, John Murray and Sue Hannigan to ensure that all elements of the celebration are covered.
If you are interested in joining a MASS TEAM, please let John Barata know.
This year we will have Mass Team NAMES and SHIRTS!!!
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Posted on: 7/11/2006 1:23:03 PM
Due to factors outside of our control, LTH BEACH DAY has been cancelled...please spread the word!!!
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Posted on: 7/3/2006 10:12:14 AM
July 2nd marked a very special day for LTH. It was the first time a sister LifeTeen Parish came to visit and celebrate mass with our group!
It was a terrific experience and we look forward to many more gatherings.
We wish Stoughton lots of luck in the future with their new Youth Minister, Dave.
We will keep you in our prayers!!!
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Posted on: 6/13/2006 12:08:47 PM
Greetings Pilgrims!
I hope you are enjoying the weather.
We had a very successful car wash and our faith community is shaping up nicely. There are a few things I would like you to keep in mind:
• MASS JOURNEY:
o Every Sunday from NOW until the day we leave (July 15) is an ASP Mass journey…..make every effort to attend LIFE TEEN MASS at 6:00pm and sit with your peers!
• DATES TO SAVE:
o June 20, 2006 TUESDAY NIGHT at the LIFE HOUSE….ALL PILGRIMS MUST ATTEND THIS NIGHT AS THESE FORMS ARE REQUIRED AND MUST BE NOTARIZED!
o ALL ADULT LEADERS MUST ATTEND ALSO!!! (I need a copy of your driver’s license)
***YOU CANNOT GO ON THE PILGRIMAGE WITHOUT THESE FORMS BEING NOTARIZED***
• JUNE 24th ASP CLEANUP - BUILD & BARBEQUE!!! 11:00 – 5:00 pm
• STOCK MONEY
o MUST BE DROPPED OFF NO LATER than June 20, 2006. If this is not done I will assume you are NO LONGER going on the journey!
I have received some information about our location:
History as an ASP center: This is our second year in Anderson County as well as Glenwood ES. The school is only about 16 years old and in great condition!
Sleeping arrangements: You’ll sleep in air conditioned classrooms on the first floor. (It is possible that this may change and that we will be an gym with NO AC)
Shower arrangements: There is only one shower at the school, so you will be showering at the local Civic Center. They may have cold water only, so bring your flip-flops and an open mind!
Eating arrangements: Breakfast and dinner will be prepared by ASP’s summer cooks and served in the school cafeteria. Sack lunches (with food provided by ASP, except for snacks and drinks) will be prepared by each work crew.
Meeting arrangements: Evening gatherings will be in the cafeteria, gym, or outside.
For more information on the region we will be working in visit: http://oakridgevisitor.com/secret.html
Facts about ANDERSON COUNTY:
Population (2001) 71,330
Poverty rate (2000) 13.9%
Persons below poverty level (2001) 9,255
Per Capita market income (2001) $22,066.00
WORD FOR THE DAY:
“I, the Lord, have called you in righteousness; I will take hold of your hand. I will keep and will make you to be a covenant for the people and a light for the Gentiles, to open eyes that are blind, to free captives from prison, and to release from the dungeon those that sit in darkness.”
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Posted on: 6/8/2006 11:35:02 AM
Hello LifeTeen Family!!
Hope all is well...
This weekend we are having a Volley Ball Game and Mass with our friends from the Cardinal Cushing Center 2:00pm. Please meet at the Cushing Center at 1:45pm. Margaret Lelakes will be meeting with you and taking you into the gym or to the outdoor court.
You will play and hang out for about an hour and a half. Then there will be a MASS at 4:00PM with our very own Matt Kimble leading the celebration and worship in song.
I encourage you all to attend this afternoon of fun and good times. I am sorry to miss it...I will see you all on Sunday Night!
Please spread the word, post it on "myspace", spread the word via IM and any other vehicle of communication you use...I want to really start building a relationship with the Cardinal Cushing Center!
Hope you all have a great time! I can't wait to hear about it!
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Posted on: 6/5/2006 7:51:50 AM
Life Teen Hanover presented its first annual Senior Life Night!
This night was planned, organized and performed by the senior class under the direction of our Youth Minister, John Barata.
The Seniors chose to entertain the group of 70 plus teens with a skit featuring a teen in "self conflict" not truly understanding himself. As the skit evolves several decisions needed to be made and each one had a consequence.
Eventually we felt that the main theme was self identity and awareness. Find a way to love yourself first, just as our Lord loves you and then you will be confident enough to be a leader in this world.
God created us in His image and likeness...so have can we go wrong.
Thank you seniors for a terrific night!
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Posted on: 6/1/2006 11:28:13 AM
On Palm Sunday 2006 the journey of World Youth Day began!!! Pope Benedict XVI sent the towering wooden pilgrim's cross on a two-year, cross-continental journey that will conclude in Sydney in 2008 with the promise he would be in Australia to celebrate World Youth Day.
Life Teen Hanover participated in World Youth Day 2005 in Koln, Germany. This was Pope Benedict's first world youth day. After the loss of our most respected John Paul II there were concerns of future youth events. Pope Benedict has stepped up and will provide the youth an experience like no other when we touch down in Australia to pray and worship with our Lord. Over 40 pilgrims from St. Mary's joined 1.5 million others to celebrate a mass with our Pope!
It is with great excitement that Life Teen Hanover announces that its "JOURNEY" to Sydney will start in the fall of 2006.
Please visit the official World Youth Day 2008 website www.wyd2008.org for more information!
More details to follow...this was just a teaser!!!
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Posted on: 5/31/2006 10:06:24 AM
Life Teen offers Pizza & Prayer each and every Monday of the year. This is an opportunity for the teens to relax a bit, reflect on their week and rejuvenate their soul.
We have boasted over 60 - 70 teens consistently sharing in worship of our Lord. After about an hour of prayer we all enjoy some pizza and snacks.
Please make sure you come and try a prayer night. Memorial Day was a huge success!!!
Come on down and give it a try!
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Posted on: 5/31/2006 10:03:40 AM
Saturday afternoon was sunny, hot and humid...but that couldn't stop the teens heading to Appalachia from working hard and having fun.
Mike C directed the entire car wash with the assistance from John and CORE. Over 40 teens participated in the FUN-draising event which helped the "pilgrims" towards achieving their fundraising goals.
July 15th is rapidly approaching and the excitement for the service project is building.
Thank you all for your support!
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Posted on: 5/8/2006 10:26:42 AM
When I think of the Twelve Apostles praying in unison I think of when they locked themselves in the house on the second floor, away from the trials and tribulations of life. I think of how Jesus was praying with them and they were looking out for each other as brothers. I think of how these are the same Apostles who had flaming tongues over their heads because they were so holy and so intent on spreading the Word. And that is exactly how it felt at the Spring Retreat, especially the Adoration. It was like no other. The level of prayer was like nothing I experienced before. From the confession and burning of sins, and the symbolism of burning incense to the prayer cards and group discussions to the quiet walks with friends during our free time I feel everyone was touched a little bit by our stay at La Salette.
The speech by Nick really hit the nail on the head to how I was feeling at the beginning. I knew this was my first and last retreat with all of you and despite being jovial, in the back of my mind I was regretting a lot of things including not coming to life teen the first time I heard about it, a year or two ago and instead I only joined in February 2006. With the help of Father Chris and all of you I came to the realization that if I spent all my time regretting time lost, I wouldn't benefit at all. When everyone got to comment on how they were feeling during our final Mass at the Retreat I said how each and every one of you has helped me out. My english teacher once told me a very factual quote. "I have become a part of everyone I meet." Some may wonder what makes lifeteen so profound but I have the answer. Sarah Haigh's laugh, Molly Barrett's smile, Pete McNulty's...*scratches head* um...zoological specialties, Joe Cody's stories, Lauren Connelly's sweet personality, Grobo's EMT skills, John Prance's antics, Heather Carroll's hug, Christina's spirit, John Barata's dedication, Father Chris' love, and every affirmation I wrote on all your backs. Each of you brings something to lifeteen and together in unison we create the Church. As Father Chris says, "We are the Church." For three years I avoided the Church because I didn't feel wanted but everyone here convinced me otherwise. All your prayers and gifts have built up a home, the same home we all love to relax in.
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Posted on: 4/27/2006 1:31:34 PM
All families are being asked to donate a dessert item, more of a finger food item such as: Cookies, Brownies, Magic Bars, Cupcakes, Lemon Bars, and more. Each family is asked to bake for at least 2 dozen.
Donations should be dropped off at the Parish Center in Room 6 on April 29th, the day of the event by 6 p.m.
If baking is not your thing, please donate $10.00 to purchase a cheese and cracker try.
Please contact Kathy Sullivan at
Mail Kathy or 781-871-6158 or Sharon Mohns at Mail Sharon or 781-982-8159 and let them know what you are preparing.
Thank you!
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Posted on: 4/5/2006 5:40:08 PM
The New England Proud2BCatholic.com Music Festival in Framingham, MA will be on August 12, 2006 from 1:00-9:30 PM, and will feature Catholic artists and speakers. Sean Cardinal O'Malley is scheduled to celebrate Holy Mass, and a complete list of presenters and schedules will be available here.
Once again, the event will be on the accommodating and beautiful grounds at the Marist House in Framingham (518 Pleasant St), and will include Mass, Eucharistic adoration and Reconciliation in the grotto, live bands on a larger Outdoor stage and indoor Cafe Stage as well as an ALL NEW Youth Ministry Training and Breakout Tent with presentations and talks, product and food vendors, a larger AllAboutFun.us inflatable games section and more. All are encouraged to stay after the final set for Adoration of the Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament on the main stage with Martin Doman.
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Posted on: 4/5/2006 8:53:24 AM
"Resurrection", this musical cantata, is the inspirational story of Simon Peter and the forgiveness of Jesus Christ. The performance leads the audience on an unforgettable spiritual journey with St. Peter as he faces martyrdom. Peter recalls his own experiences with Christ as well as those he shared with Mary Magdalene and the disciples as they followed Jesus. In moving song, Peter shows the anguish for his denial of Christ and the joy that comes with the Resurrection and His forgiveness.
All of those interested in attending this Musical performance please send me an email or call me before Friday morning to reserve your spot. This is a FREE show, don't miss your chance to watch a great performance.
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Posted on: 4/5/2006 8:04:52 AM
The Good Shepherd Parish of Martha's Vineyard has invited us to attend a LOST Life Teen Retreat on the Beach with Matt Maher.
This event will take place on Inwell Beach, OAK BLUFFS, Martha Vineyard's from 11:00 am - 5:30 pm.
Worship Leader will be Matt Maher and the Band. There will be a Life Teen Mass.
This will be a true beach retreat...we should dress appropriately.
If you are interested in attending please sign up with me in the Life House before April 20th.
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Posted on: 3/30/2006 12:05:43 PM
Good Morning ASP Teens and Team Leaders!
Spring is here and the weather outside is AWESOME!!!
I hope you are all enjoying yourselves. I am sure school; sports, church and life keep you quite busy.
First and foremost, I wanted to send a reminder about the BONANZA RAFFLE tickets…all stubs and money are due to me by tomorrow; NO EXCEPTIONS. Please make sure you return all of the stubs or else your supporters will not have a chance to enter the drawing. The drawing is this weekend at the COMEDY NIGHT, which is Saturday Night. You can leave the tickets in my mailbox at the parish center if I am not here. You can also bring them down anytime today and put them in my mailbox at the parish center. ***THIS IS VERY |
