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Welcome to the June Edition,
June is a time of celebration, both of happy endings and new beginnings. Here at SMCB Times, we are celebrating an important milestone of our own. This month marks the one year anniversary since our very first issue was published! We look back at some of the highlights of the past year and share what we have learned since the beginning. Our hearts are filled with gratitude for our readers and contributors, whose support made this achievement possible.
In anticipation of Father's Day, we have a loving tribute dedicated to our dear fathers and pictures from the recent feast day celebration of a very important paternal figure in Jesus' life, St. Joseph the Worker. We bring you Part 5 of our SMCB Church History. Our budding talents in Grades 1 and 5 present their Little Saints project, while older youth gives us insightful and thought-provoking discussion on current events. We have a feature by our very own Biju Thoompil who shares his experience of visiting India during the pandemic. Be sure to check out the spotlight feature on the First Communicants - 2021 as well as the Mango Milkshake recipe for a refreshing break from the summer heat.
We hope you enjoy our special anniversary edition of SMCB Times!
~ The Editorial Team
Happy Fathers Day!
Happy Fathers Day!
This year, Father's Day is celebrated on June 20th. Here are some heartwarming messages for our Dads!
Pam Brown, a famous Australian poet said: "Dads are the most ordinary men turned by love into heroes, adventures, story-tellers, and singers of the song". A loving father is one of the greatest blessings for a child. We all know that this statement is true about all our Dads!
When I think about my father, gratitude fills my heart for his hard work, dedication, and prayers that made me who I am today. A father bears big responsibilities and his love for his children is never-ending. He is always there to help shape their lives by being their life coach. Most people, especially children, are more at ease while sharing their fears and aspirations with their mothers. This is because a father tries to be strict and stern with his children. But, deep within his tough exterior, there is love and care. Fathers are the pillars that keep a family standing, whose love and care we often fail to recognize. Behind the stern disciplinarian attitude, there is a soft heart that speaks volumes of warm love for his children.
I hope all of you have a great time with your families on Father's Day. God Bless.
Fr. Stephen Kanipillil
SMCB Church History
SMCB Church History
(2017- 2018)
(2017- 2018)
In 2021, we celebrate the 10th anniversary of being officially recognized as a church and moving into our permanent home at St.Jeremiah's church, Framingham. In this edition, we bring to you Part 5 of the 6 part series: "SMCB Church History" with a primary focus on years - 2017 and 2018.
We invite all of you to be part of this ongoing series by sending your thoughts and pictures.
Parish Administration (2017 - 2018)
Parish Administration (2017 - 2018)
Fr. Antony Pullukattu, was our Vicar 2017 - 2020
Trustees Jose Sebastian, Joby Thomas, Sajith Thomas share their perspectives on the years 2017-2018.
Travel During Covid - My Experience
Travel During Covid - My Experience
In the Spotlight!
In the Spotlight!
First Communicants - 2021
First Communicants - 2021
On May 15, 2021, 11 children in the SMCB community received the sacrament of Solemn Holy Communion. In this feature, we introduce the 11 communicants to you and more importantly, what communion means to them and their favorite moments of the day.
YOUTH CORNER
YOUTH CORNER
Calling for Aid for India during this time!
Calling for Aid for India during this time!
Alina Thopurathu and the DYA are raising funds to support India during these difficult times.
Project ABCD - Neha Joseph
Project ABCD - Neha Joseph
This time, Neha Joseph and her friends discuss representation for the Asian community and racism towards and in the Asian community.
Expressions
Expressions
The brother sister duo, Sarah & Joshua Kannalil, share an easy recipe to make Mango Milkshake.
FAITH FORMATION
FAITH FORMATION
Little Saints - Grade 1 project
Little Saints - Grade 1 project
Little Saints
Little Saints
Saints are excellent role models for all of us. Our First grade children bring to you presentations on their favorite saints, using a variety of mediums from posters to videos and many more!
Reflections - Grade 5 project
Reflections - Grade 5 project
Reflections
Reflections
In this feature, the fifth graders reflect on some stories from the Old Testament, and present their understanding of the relevance of these stories in our lives today.
CCD - Year in Review (2020-21)
CCD - Year in Review (2020-21)
Johnson Job
Johnson Job
For year 2020-21, CCD classes for grades 1 to 12, were fully remote, made possible by a dedicated team of people led by Johnson Job. Johnson, in his second year as Director of Religious Education(DRE) looks back at CCD year 2020-21 and shares his thoughts.
Pastoral Reflections
Pastoral Reflections
Family Fully Alive With Love
Family Fully Alive With Love
In the continuing installment of the "The Family Fully Alive" series, Fr. Pinto Paul, on the occasion of Father's day which will be celebrated later this month, highlights some practical lessons that we can draw from St. Joseph. The life of St. Joseph teaches fathers to Make Families Alive with Love.
Church Life
Church Life
Feast of St. Joseph The Worker
Feast of St. Joseph The Worker
On May 2nd, we celebrated the Feast of St. Joseph. The celebrant was Fr. Sijo Jacob.
Birth Announcements
Birth Announcements
David Mathew Chittilappilly
David Mathew Chittilappilly
Congratulations to parents - Jean and Sue and elder brother Abraham. The family lives in Maynard and is part of St. Alphonsa group.
Rachael Grace Kunnel
Rachael Grace Kunnel
Congratulations to parents - Joseph Kunnel and Villbeena Kunnel, elder sister Rhea Maria, elder brothers Rishi and Roy and Grand Parents. The family lives in Wayland and is part of the Little Flower group.
Bible Month 2021 -Winners
Bible Month 2021 -Winners
Sarah Johnson Grade 12, announces the Bible month winners
It was a virtual Bible Month this year! See the winners of Bible Month 2020-21.
Saint of the Month
Saint of the Month
St. Paul
St. Paul
St Paul was a Christian apostle who spread the teachings of Jesus in the first-century world. The author tells us the story of a man who was transformed from being an aggressive persecutor of Christians to a devout believer in Jesus.
Important Dates in June
Important Dates in June
Graduate Appreciation Mass
June 6
Father's Day
June 20
Parish Feast
June 25, 26, 27
1 Year of SMCB Times - How did we fare?
1 Year of SMCB Times - How did we fare?
SMCB Times Team Perspectives
SMCB Times Team Perspectives
This edition marks the first year anniversary of SMCB Times. Here, the team members look back on why they joined this initiative and what keeps them going!
വിചിന്തനങ്ങൾ
വിചിന്തനങ്ങൾ
ജീവിതം സർഗാത്മകമായിരിക്കണം,
ജീവിതം സർഗാത്മകമായിരിക്കണം,
അല്ലെങ്കിൽ അങ്ങനെ ആക്കണം.
അല്ലെങ്കിൽ അങ്ങനെ ആക്കണം.
സർഗാത്മകമായ ജീവിതം ആക്കേണ്ടത് ഓരോരുത്തരുടെയും ഉത്തരവാദിത്വമാണ്.
സർഗാത്മകമായ ജീവിതം ആക്കേണ്ടത് ഓരോരുത്തരുടെയും ഉത്തരവാദിത്വമാണ്.
ആദ്യം വെളിച്ചത്തിൻ്റെ വഴിതേടി നടക്കുക,
ആദ്യം വെളിച്ചത്തിൻ്റെ വഴിതേടി നടക്കുക,
പിന്നീട് ആ വഴിയിലൂടെ തന്നെ സഞ്ചരിക്കണം..!
പിന്നീട് ആ വഴിയിലൂടെ തന്നെ സഞ്ചരിക്കണം..!
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