Sacred Heart Church, 191 Elm St., Pittsfield. Sunday, March 31st immediately following 10:30 mass. Come join the fun. There are over 1,000 Easter eggs. Be sure to bring a basket or bag to collect the eggs and many special prizes. Everyone is invited! Should you have any questions, contact John Richardson at 413-443-6960.

March 17th-Classes for grades K through 5 from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Last classes for grades 6 through 9 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. March 24th –Palm Sunday. Last classes for grades K through grade 5 from 10:00-11:00 a.m.

Congratulations to our young students for completing the milestone of First Penance on their journey to their First Communion!  Dionne Bampoe, Anderson Barillas Molina, Cecilia Carty, Kyra Hanson, Beckett Krol, Alex Massacani, Maria Pomar, Kyle Reagan, Molly Robinson, Maria Smith, and Victoria Sosa Sigaran will be celebrating their First Communion on Sunday, May 5th.

Your help is needed to make Italian cookies for our Annual Bake Sale which will take place on Sat., March 23, 2024, in the Parish Center from 9 am to 1 pm. The workshop to make the cookies is on Thursday morning, March 21st and starts at 9. A light lunch will be provided for all who attend. The bake sale is a parish event and everyone is asked to make your special Easter confections. They can be brought to the Parish Center Friday morning or early Saturday morning. Please make every effort to bake something special for this event. Your help is needed.

Confirmation students of St. Joseph’s Parish along with five other parishes in Berkshire County will be receiving the sacrament of the Holy Spirit Sunday, May 19, 2024 with mass at 2 p.m. Please keep them in your prayers.

Sunday, March 17th—Regular CCD classes. Sunday, April 7th– Banner Workshop will be at 10:00 a.m. in the Parish Center. Parents are required to stay to help their child with their banner. Sunday, April 28th– Regular class at 10:00.. Friday, May 3rd—First Communion rehearsal students with parents at 5:30 p.m. Sunday, May 5th– First Communion ceremony during 9:00 a.m. mass. Students should meet in the South Chapel no later than 8:30 a.m. Please make sure that your child attends ALL classes so that they are well prepared for the Sacrament of First Communion. We are looking forward to a wonderful celebration!

Sister Cecile LeBeau, DHS. Sr. Cecile, a daughter of the Holy Spirit, who served for many years as Pastoral Minister at Norte Dame Parish passed away last week. She appeared to be as tough as nails but had a heart of gold. The elderly and the shut-ins of Notre Dame always looked forward to her visits. Not only would she bring our Eucharistic Lord to them, but would also drive them to doctors appointments, hair dressers, etc. She was a God-send to me when I became pastor at Notre Dame. She introduced me to her "children" and made it easier for me to serve them as well. She was a true servant. May she rest in peace. Fr. Mike

In addition to Saturday confession, you can also ask the priest at daily adoration.

St. Mark’s Parish is starting a grief ministry program. For more information call St. Mark’s Parish at 413-447-7510.

St. Mary’s, St. Agnes and St. Stan’s Informational Meeting Join us at St. Joseph Church Parish Center, 414 North St. Pittsfield on Friday, March 22nd from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Enjoy complimentary wine and cheese, meet the teachers and principals, explore curriculum, and learn how we’re making high-quality, faith-based education accessible to every family! Adults only please. For more details visit our school websites: www.stmaryslee.org, www.saintagnesacademy.com, www.ststansadams.org.