Fr. Thomas Gallagher, ofm, x114 ............ Pastor and Guardian

MASS SCHEDULE
Saturday Vigil ........................................ 4 pm
Sunday ............ 8 am, 10 am, 11:45 am & 5 pm
Monday - Friday ............. 7 , 8 am & 12:05 pm
Reconciliation: Mon • Wed • Fri -11:30 am to 12
noon; Sat - 3:30 to 4:00 pm; Private confessions by
appointment are available.
Baptism of Infants and Children is celebrated
during Sunday Mass outside of the seasons of Advent
and Lent. Other arrangements for Baptism are
possible.
The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults is the
process for adults or teens seeking Baptism, or
members of other Christian denominations wishing to
join the Catholic Church or baptized Catholics desiring
first Eucharist and/or Confirmation. For more
information, please contact the Parish Office.
Office Hours: Monday - Thursday · 8:30 am - 7:00 pm
First Communion is held each year some time in
Fri. 8:30 am - 4:30 pm; Sat. 9 am - 4 pm; Sun. 9 - 11:30 am
May.
Church Hours: Monday - Friday · 6:30 am - 1 pm
Confirmation is held each year for candidates who
Fr. Thomas Gallagher, ofm, x114 ............Pastor and Guardian have completed the 2-year confirmation program.
Carolyn Abramo, x111 ............................... Office Assistant
John Bizis..................... Wedding Coor., Sanctuary Décor Coor.
Patricia Curtis, x113 ............................... Pastoral Associate
Fr. Andrew Giardino, ofm, x115 ...................Parochial Vicar
Roberta Horton ........................ Volunteer Facilities Scheduler
Pamela Johnson, x112 ............................. Business Manager
Fr. Cidouane Joseph, ofm, x167 ...................... Parochial Vicar
Fr. James Patrick Kelly, ofm, x120...... Senior Friar in Residence
Fr. John Leonard, ofm, x129 .......................... Parochial Vicar
Gilberto Lisboa ..................................... Church Custodian
Gabriel Löfvall, x120..................... Director of Music Ministry
Frances Martyn, x100 ......................Parish & Center Secretary
Parish Nurses, x166 ...................................... Health Ministry
Deborah Pelletier, x116 ............ Religious Ed Team Coordinator
Religious Ed Team: Mary Gray, Carol Hanlon, Lauren
Kasperowski, Faith VosWinkel
Orville Russell ............................... Director of Maintenance
Trudi White, x110 .................. Director of Volunteer Ministry
Weddings - Couples should contact the church office
for policies and guidelines at least one year prior to the
desired wedding date.
First Reconciliation is held each year.
Sacrament of the Sick is available individually or
during communal celebrations. Call the Parish office.
General Parish E-Mail: info@spsact.org
Staff E-mail addresses:
[first initial][last name]@spsact.org
(i.e. tgallagher@spsact.org)
Free, well-lighted parking is available in the
Saints Surface Parking Lot located directly
across the street from St. Patrick-St. Anthony
Church and the Franciscan Center for Urban
Ministry.
Hearing assisted devices available.
Church and Franciscan Center are
handicap accessible.
OCTOBER 11, 2015
TWENTY-EIGHTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2015
4:00 Brian Mahoney – req. by the Family
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2015
8:00 Tina & Charles Vella; Lucille Vella Konstandaras –
req. by Charlie Vella
10:00 Jane Wamester – req. by Mimi Sanford
11:45 Margaret Kennedy Samolyk, 2nd anniversary – req. by
the Family
5:00 Donato Monaco – req. by the Monaco Family
MONDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2015
12:05 Caryl Plunkett – req. by the Brennan Family
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2015
7:00 For Catherine’s Place Ministry
8:00 For Our Parishioners
12:05 Mary Jason
6:00 Vespers
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2015
7:00 For Franciscan Center Ministry
8:00 For Catherine’s Place Ministry
12:05 Timothy Gunthel – req. by Anthony Villanueva
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2015
7:00 For Our Parishioners
8:00 For Franciscan Center Ministry
12:05 Arnold W. Carlson – req. by Michael & Mary-Ellen
Rogers
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2015
7:00 Peter Sobin – req. by James McManus
8:00 Brian Callahan – req. by the Family
12:05 Conrad Rosal & Family – req. by Maria Rosal
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2015
4:00 William & Angeline Speziale – req. by their Daughters
Donna & Joanne
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2015
8:00 Florence Toscano – req. by the Family
10:00 Tony Intino – req. by his Children
11:45 Leo & DelPinie Bricuglio, Sr. – req. by the Family
5:00 Alfred Silver – req. by the Family
Please Remember The Sick In Your Prayers:
Giacomo Vella
Please pray this week for all students, parents and
teachers, returning to routine – especially those within
our Religious Education programs, including Catechesis
of the Good Shepherd, Traditional and Family
Catechesis, the 7th & 8th grade, and the Confirmation
program.
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SISTER PARISH UPDATE
Since the September 20th date for the
dedication was postponed, there is one
question asked by everyone: “What is the
new date?” After our meeting with Fr.
Philippe, PROCHE (the oversight agency),
and the construction engineer it was
proposed that the church be completely
done before setting the date. All agreed. If there are
no additional delays, the dedication could be in
January 2016. You will be kept updated. See the
photos on our church bulletin board.
There is now an adult literacy program called ALFA in
the village. Between 25 and 30 people are in this class
that began in July.
Stay tuned, more updates will be shared. God bless
you!
Peace and All Good
Sister Parish Committee
CLARE
Gallery
“Grace Before Dying”: An Exhibition of Human
Dignity and Transformation
ARTIST RECEPTION - Tues., Oct. 13 – 6:30-8:30
p.m.
Artist Lori Waselchuk will speak at 7:00 p.m.
**Second Chance** to view a powerful
documentary FILM: “Music from the Big House”
Monday, Oct. 19, 6:45-8:45 p.m.
HOLIDAY MASS SCHEDULE
Please note that on Monday, October 12, Columbus
Day, there will be one Mass for the day at 12:05 p.m.
The parish office and Franciscan Center will be closed
in observance of the holiday.
HEALTH MINISTRY PRAYER INTENTION BOOK
You can find our Prayer Intention Book in church to the
left of the sanctuary, near the Baptismal font. Please
feel free to write in any requests for prayers. These
intentions will be remembered by the faith community
once a month at our weekend Masses.
REMINDERS
The monthly collection will be taken up this
weekend.
Blood Pressure Screenings will be done in the
Franciscan Center for Urban Ministry this
Sunday after the 8:00. 10:00. and 11:45 a.m.
Masses.
Fair-Trade coffee and donuts will be served after
the 8:00, 10:00 and 11:45 a.m. Masses this
Sunday.
Mon.
Tues.
Wed.
Thurs.
Fri.
Sun.
READINGS –OCTOBER 12-18, 2015
Rom 1:1-7; Lk 11:29-32
Rom 1:16-25; Lk 11:37-41
Rom 2:1-11; Lk 11:42-46
Rom 3:21-30; Lk 11:47-54
Rom 4:1-8; Lk 12:1-7
Is 53:10-11; Heb 4:14-16; Mk 10:35-45
Dear Parishioners and Friends at
St. Patrick-St. Anthony and St. Genevieve,
May the Lord give you peace.
I thank you for your participation in our celebrations of
the feast of St. Francis. The Transitus on Saturday evening was
lovely and the Masses were lively celebrations of God’s loving
presence. I was amazed at the stuffed animals and at the faces
of children and adults who brought them for blessings! We
also had a new piece of music composed by Benjamin Rauch
from our choir. We heard it at the Transitus and again at the 10
AM Mass. I thank Benjamin for this lovely and rousing hymn
of praise. I also thank our choir and director, Gabriel.
I ask your continued prayer for the victims of violence,
especially those affected by the shooting on the campus in
Oregon, those affected by the bombing of the Doctors without
Borders Hospital, and the military helicopter crash.
Monday was a busy day. In the morning we hosted a
press conference with Senator Blumenthal, representatives
from IRIS, the Muslim community, and the Land of Peace. A
woman who has recently been to the Syrian border and has
been to the refugee camps shared her experience. Senator
Blumenthal outlined a proposal to expedite the processing of
those who flee their homeland due to extreme poverty,
violence, or oppression. We will continue the conversation at
the Berlin mosque on Sunday. I ask your prayers for all who
suffer the loss of home and roots due to the chaos in our world.
I am especially aware of children who are unable to go to
school as they spend their days seeking safety, shelter, or food.
There are children, now orphaned, who struggle day to day for
the basic necessities of life. I also thank Senator Blumenthal
and his staff for taking the lead on a process of compassionate
assistance to our sisters and brothers around the world.
Monday evening, Sr. Caryn Crook led us through a
presentation of the papal encyclical Laudate Si´. It was
enlightening and challenging. We will begin to use portions of
encyclical during our Vesper services on Tuesdays. We will
also begin a conversation group to discuss the work. Pope
Francis spoke clearly of the responsibility we all have to
demonstrate our love for God through our love for God’s
created world.
Our contract for heating in the church is still a couple of
weeks from starting. I do apologize for the low temperatures
as we shift into the fall season. As Sr. Caryn invited those who
came to her talk, I encourage you to bring a sweater if you are
sensitive to the cooler temperatures.
Fr. Andrew is away this week visiting his sister in Geneva,
NY. This is a good break for him and an opportunity to spend
time with his family. I thank you for your love and support for
Fr. Andrew.
Once again, my thanks for all that you are and do to create
a home at St. Patrick-St. Anthony for so many who desire to
live the Gospel with a community of compassion.
Many thanks to everyone who
helped make our Transitus and
Feast Day celebrations last
weekend a success!
STEWARDSHIP REFLECTION
In today’s Gospel, Jesus asks the rich young man to
give away all that he has in order to have treasure in
heaven. But he is unable to free himself from his
possessions, and so he goes sadly away. Does what I
own keep me from following Jesus?
LIVING STEWARDSHIP
We are grateful this week for all stewards in our parish
who keep attachments, of any sort, from distracting
them from their spiritual work.
CATHERINE’S PLACE
AT THE FRANCISCAN CENTER FOR URBAN MINISTRY IN
COLLABORATION WITH MERCY HOUSING AND SHELTER
CORPORATION
WE CONTINUE TO NEED ITEMS FOR
CATHERINE’S PLACE:
Coffee…Butter…Juice…Cereal…Bread (wheat)
Paper Towels…Toilet Paper…Sugar
1 gallon ziplock bags
Please bring your donations to the plastic bin marked
“Catherine’s Place” at the back of the church.
Thank you for your generosity!
SPSA EMMAUS MINISTRY FOR GRIEVING
PARENTS
October 24, 2015 Retreat
We are hosting our third annual retreat day for parents
who have lost a child on Saturday, October 24th.
Please prayerfully consider inviting someone who
parented a child who died (at any time). Flyers are in
the literature rack at the back of the church. Contact:
Fr. Tom or Natalie, Jacky and Nate’s mom, at
jjnnwelsh@cox.net.
SPIRITUAL DIRECTION
Spiritual Direction refers to the active conversation
centering on the relationship with God/Divine
Presence/Higher Power, Spirit of what is life-giving. As
companions on the journey, the director listens for the
underlying flow of life (often named “spirit”) in the
shared story. Seven trained Spiritual Directors are
available to be a companion on the journey. If you are
interested in working with a Spiritual Director, please
call Fr. Tom at 860-756-4034, ext. 114.
NOVEL IDEA: FICTION DISCUSSION GROUP
A group of parishioners and friends gather once a
month at the Urban Ministry Center to discuss works of
fiction with a wide appeal. We invite and welcome new
participants. Feel free to join us when the book
announced in the bulletin is of interest to you or
become a regular participant and help us choose the
selections. For more information, contact Marybeth
Walsh (860-523-7034) or Sara Zagorski (860-7211814).
Upcoming Selections:
Oct. 15
The Silent House by Orhan Pamuk
Nov. 19
The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd
Date/Time: Thurs., Oct. 15 – 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Place:
Franciscan Center for Urban Ministry
OPEN HEARTS
GAY & LESBIAN MINISTRY
Next meeting: October 11, 2015 at 6:00 p.m.
Families & Friends of the Gay & Lesbian
Community
Next Meeting: TBA
Sr. Ginny and individual parents are available for oneon-one visits. Please call the church office for further
information.
REV. DAWSON D. TRENCHARD SCHOLARSHIP
AWARDS – MAY 2015
East Catholic, Northwest Catholic & Xavier High,
$500 each:
Taylor Armstrong
Ian M. Gelberg
Samuel Dorman
Daniel Kemple
Mollie Fleming
Nicholas Klingman
Sarah Neubert
St.Timothy & Corpus Christi Schools. $300 each:
John Orchen-Baker
Liam Gelberg
Matthew Schwab
Congratulations to these fine students – God Bless
You! Keep up the excellent work!
Since 2003, $43,000 has been awarded. Thank you
everyone for your continuing support.
Gratefully, The Ladies Guild
SECOND COLLECTION – OCTOBER 17/18, 2015
The second collection next weekend is an Archdiocesan
collection for the Propagation of the Faith (World
Mission Sunday).
THE H.O.M.E PROGRAM
(Helping Our Mothers
through Education) …
Is seeking teachers and helpers
who work with the young
mothers in a serting where the
children also receive care. For more information,
please contact Sr. Theresa at 860-549-4188.
Thank you for your generosity.
www.hobread.org...more than just soup!
YOUTH ROSARY GROUP
Please join us for the next Youth Rosary Group in Our
Lady of the Angels Chapel on Sundays at 11:00 –
11:30 a.m. (right after the 10:00 a.m. Mass). Our
group will be meeting once per month to learn about
the gifts of the rosary prayer. The next three classes
are scheduled as follows:
Oct. 18: The Our Father, Part 2
Nov. 22: The Our Father, Part3
Dec. 27: The Apostles Creed
Please contact Assistant Level 2 Catechist, Gina
Ghirardi at gmdurante@yahoo.com if you would like to
join the class
Check the bulletin for more classes to come!
SOCIAL JUSTICE ANNUAL DINNER
OCTOBER 27, 2015
Aqua Turf Club, Plantsville, CT
Reception at 5 p.m.
Speaker: Dr. Carolyn Woo, President & CEO of Catholic
Relief Services
Presentation: Making God’s Love Real: Faith, Action,
Results
For Tickets call OCSJM at (203) 777-7279 or
www.catholicsocialjustice.org.
Tickets are $70/person.
COLLECTION AMOUNTS
Weekly – Oct. 3/4........................................ $13,410.00
On-line Giving –Sept. 28-Oct. 4 .................... $. 3,775.50
TOTAL: $17,185.50
To register for Online Giving, please visit our
website: WWW.SPSACT.ORG
Need help signing up for Online Giving? Our
Sunday Visitor Support is available at 1-800-3482886, option 4
Thank you for your continued generous support to
St. Patrick-St. Anthony Church.
Fall Faith Formation Opportunities
To register for a program, please call the Parish Office at 860-756-4034
REEL FAITH: “Chasing Ice”
Thursday, October 15; 6:45- 8:45 p.m.
Sponsored by the Committee for Social Justice
As we continue this month of October in celebration of St. Francis and Pope Francis' encyclical on
climate change, we are delighted to present this documentary, Chasing Ice. Acclaimed
photographer James Balog was once a skeptic about climate change, but through his Extreme Ice
Survey, he discovers undeniable evidence of our changing planet. Chasing Ice reveals Balog's
beautiful, multi-year time-lapse videos of vanishing glaciers across the Arctic, while delivering
fragile hope to our carbon-powered planet. Film is 75 minutes in length.
Facilitator: Frances D’Amico
Free Will Offering
A WITNESS TO HOPE
Sunday, October 25; 1:00-3:30 p.m.
Sponsored by Women of Hope Ministry
Fr. John Powers will present/perform a story of an elder-wise woman from the scriptures and will
reflect, not only her Hope for Healing, but will witness to his own experience of how he Holds Onto
Promises Everyday, the promises of the Healing Lord.
Presenter: Fr. John Powers, C.P. is a Passionist, Preacher, Author, & Spirited Scriptural Storyteller
Suggested Offering: $12.00; includes a lite lunch.
BISHOP MATTHEW CLARK
Saturday, November 7, 5:00-7:30 p.m.
“The family which experiences the joy of faith communicates it naturally.
That family is the salt of the earth and the light of the world; it is the leaven of society.”
Pope Francis, October 27, 2013
We have invited Bishop Matthew Clark, Bishop
Emeritus of the Diocese of Rochester, NY to join us
and share his insights on the Synod on the Family.
In preparation for this gathering, we recommend
reading a summary of part 1 of the Synod written
by Fr. James Martin, S.J.:
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/rev-james-martin-sj/catholicsynod-_b_6014418.html
This is an opportunity not to be missed!
Join us with Bishop Matthew Clark!
Free Will Offering
“…that is his legacy to our diocese -- he is a shepherd
who deeply loves the church and the people God
entrusted to his care and joyfully serves them.”
September 12, 2012
Sister Mary Ann Binsack, vice chancellor of the Diocese
of Rochester and administrator of the Bishop's Office.
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