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Welcome to St. Joan of Arc, a Roman Catholic church and member of the Diocese of Fall River. We are situated in Orleans, Massachusetts. Orleans is a resort community on the outer Cape in southeastern Massachusetts, at the elbow of Cape Cod. The church consists of 1400 families of many nationalities and all ages.

We are a faith-filled community and this is a joy! The wonderful spirit of generosity and hospitality of our parish is a constant beacon of welcome for all who seek the warm embrace of solace and friendship. This is a special charisma which continually strengthens and inspires us.

Both the upper church and the church hall are handicap accessible.

Please take time to peruse our web site. Your comments and suggestions are appreciated.

New Parishioners are welcome. Please introduce yourselves to the priest after Mass or call the office to register. We urge you to become active members of our Parish Family.

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2012 CATHOLIC CHARITIES APPEAL

Diocese of Fall River

View information on 2012 Catholic Charities Appeal on the Diocesan web site at http://frdioc-catholiccharities.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Sharing-Eng-4.12.pdf .

If paying by check, return donation card mailed to you along with your donation or initial pledge payment to the Rectory for processing by Sunday, June 17. You can also donate or pledge on-line at www.frdioc-catholiccharities.org .

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Pictures of the planned renovation of the sanctuary

The reredos (area behind the altar) will be
made up of the similar wood used for the floor (maple) and stained glass signifying moving water.
Two alcoves will accommodate the statues of the Blessed Mother (left) and Saint Joseph (right)

A new ambo will be larger than the old one
with expanded top surface to accommodate reading material and shelves for unused books.
A microphone will be integrated into the new structure. It will also contain a built in step stool for use by shorter users.

A new Altar of Repose will be made from the old ambo and a new sanctuary light that will hang down from the ceiling.

The current Altar of Repose will be re-located into the chapel.

Additionally, the organ speakers (triangle shaped openings on the wall) will be relocated higher and the current openings covered up.

The cost for doing this work has been estimated at $250,000. This money is currently available today in the church savings account.

Some people have indicated interest in establishing Memorials. Following are the prices of the major items:

Ambo	$30,000
Stained Glass	$30,000
~~Tabernacle~~	~~$15,000~~
Altar of Repose	$15,000
Reredos	$15,000
~~Sanctuary Lamp~~	~~$ 5,000~~

Please speak to Father Bob if you are interested.

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