NOVEMBER 16, 2014 THIRTY-THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2014

NOVEMBER 16, 2014
THIRTY-THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2014
4:00
Pauline S. Ward – req. by the Ward Family
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2014
8:00 McCann & Killeen Families – req. by the Family
10:00 August West Linder – 11th anniversary – req. by Joyce &
John Lemega
11:45 Carmella Patoka – req. by the Family
5:00 Archangela & Joseph McDonald – req. by the Family
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2014
7:00 Edward Mulcahy – req. by Harvey & Ellen Martineau
8:00 For Our Parishioners
12:05 Ida Invelito – req. by Rosemarie Perkoski
6:00 Vesper Service
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2014
7:00 For Franciscan Center Ministries
8:00 For Catherine’s Place Ministry
12:05 In thanksgiving to Padre Pio – req. by Giuseppina
Marino
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2014
7:00 For Our Parishioners
8:00 For Franciscan Center Ministries
12:05 Henry & Kitty O’Mara – req. by Eileen & Jim Felice
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2014
7:00 For Catherine’s Place Ministry
8:00 For Our Parishioners
12:05 Charlotte Prunier Crawford – req. by Dan & Donna
Moore
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2014
7:00 For Franciscan Center Ministries
8:00 For Catherine’s Place Ministry
12:05 Intentions of Andy Spence – req. by Betsy Witteman
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2014
4:00 Peter & Mary Miano – req. by Sal Miano
7:00 Suicide Survivors Mass
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2014
8:00 Sophie Leone – req. by the Family
10:00 Terino & Vincenza Pace – req. by Gus & Joanna Pace
11:45 John J. Miggins – req. by the Family
5:00 Monaco & Masciulli Families – req. by the Monaco
Family
Please Remember The Sick In Your Prayers:
Arnold Casinghino; Paul Conforto; Robert Miller
Today We Prayed For: members of the Church Décor
Team who are planning the special decorations for the
celebration of our Lord’s birth. For more information on
this ministry, please contact Trudi in the Volunteer
Ministry office.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
COLBI, son of Gregory and Staci Leone
SISTER PARISH UPDATE
Proverb: Piti, piti, zwazo fe nich li.
(Little by little the bird builds its nest.)
The proverb remains the same as additional
activities have been bringing the rebuilding of
St. Genevieve Church closer to a reality. The
engineering firm came out to Zoranje and
they met with the parish council to explain
the building process. While out there, the firm rented
three houses for the workers to live in during the
project. They are ready to get started and the only need
is for PROCHE to sign off to begin.
Planning has begun for the next trip to Haiti in early
2015. If you are interested please speak with Fr. Cid
either after Mass or call the office at 860-756-4034.
Peace and All Good.
ADULT FAITH FORMATION
Listing of Fall/Advent 2014 Programs are available
in the Church or at www.spsact.org
HOW THE WORLD WORSHIPS - JUDAISM
Wed., Nov. 19; 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Presenter: Rabbi Debra Cantor
Suggested Offering: $8.00
MOMS NIGHT OUT: Food for the Body...Food for the
Soul - Thurs. Nov. 20; 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Sebastian Kolodziej, chef and trainer at the House of
Bread, will cook for us and teach time-saving recipes and
creative cooking tips for the Holiday Season. During
dessert, we will reflect upon our ministry of motherhood.
Offering: $10.00
Limited seating available – reserve your spot early!
Living Faithfully Here & Now: Muslims & Christians
in Courageous Conversation – Tues., Dec. 9; 6:308:30 p.m.
All are invited to hear Professors Najib Awad, a Syrian
Protestant Christian, and Feryal Salem, a CanadianAmerican Muslim, colleagues at Hartford Seminary, share
stories of how faith shapes their understanding and
actions. Their reflections and dialogue will enliven and
enlighten our own conversation. We are people of faith
and hope. Yet in daily life, and in events we witness in the
world around us, the faith that sustains us is challenged
by difficult realities. We ask, then: what does it mean
to live faith-fully at all times? Through insights into
each other’s faiths, we can know, appreciate, and more
courageously support one another. Please call the parish
office at 860-756-4034 to register by December 7.
Dear Parishioners and Friends at
St. Patrick-St. Anthony and St. Genevieve,
May the Lord give you peace.
On Veteran’s Day we tolled our bell in memory of the many
veterans who have died. We remember the gift of their lives and
the many people who grieve their loss.
This weekend we welcome Provincial Councilor, Fr. David
Convertino, ofm. Fr. David has visited us in the past to ask our
help in supporting the elderly and infirm friars, the men who are
beginning in our way of life, and our ministries among those
communities that are unable to support themselves. This
weekend we will host our third Franciscan Challenge. I ask you
to commit your support, as you are able. After each of the
Masses, you are invited over to the Franciscan Center for some
refreshments as well as to meet with Fr. David and see the
presentation he has prepared for us.
I thank our Men’s Fellowship for all the work in organizing
and managing our annual Turkey Drive. House of Bread will
receive the turkeys and extras that you bring. I thank you for
your generosity, and those who will enjoy a turkey dinner on
● Please send your Commitment
to Ministry Intention forms into the
parish office to the attention of
Trudi White, Director of Volunteer
Ministry. If you missed the
updated Ministry Guide and the
intention form, please contact
Trudi White or look on the website (www.spsact.org)
under “SERVE”.
● Have you ever considered offering your time during
worship? There are several opportunities to serve the
community such as ushering, sacristan, Altar Server,
Lector, Eucharistic Minister and one of the three
choirs. To find out more, please speak with a member
of the Pastoral Staff.
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STEWARDSHIP REFLECTION
Good stewards are like the industrious and reliable
servants in today’s Gospel, prudently using and
multiplying the gifts entrusted to them by God.
LIVING STEWARDSHIP
We are grateful this week for all stewards in our parish
who seek to responsibly connect their faith in day-to-day
activities, such as participating in community, school
organizations and other efforts.
Thanksgiving thank you as well.
I also remind you that the Hunger Banquet is this
Wednesday, November 19th at the Franciscan Center. Come for a
great lunch and support our partnership with House of Bread.
I again thank our Golf Committee and all who supported
our annual Tournament. We raised over $60,000 in this year’s
tournament. It was a fun day and a great evening. I am grateful
to you for all your support in this great event. The funds raised
will support the ministries of the Franciscan Center. With your
help we continue our many faith formation programs, our
sandwich ministry as well as the meals for Catherine’s Place,
provide space for our many gatherings as well as hosting non-
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 (white or 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!
profit groups who need a place to meet.
This weekend we hear the Gospel story of the talents
entrusted to various people. Two use the talents well and find
themselves entrusted with even more. One hides the talent based
on his fear of the one who entrusts the talents. He projects his
fears onto the other, is paralyzed by the fear and unable to be
open to his potential. How many people live with the fear of God
and are paralyzed by that fear, unable to live their potential? The
great gift of Jesus moves us beyond fear and into the great love
that is God. Jesus’ healings and teaching gather men and women,
restore the possibility of living in freedom, living fully human
SOCIAL WORK VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Immaculate Conception Shelter in Hartford is in need of
retired social workers/people with a background in human
services or interns who are able to volunteer and assist
with basic case management during the time they operate
the No-Freeze Shelter (Nov. 24th to Mar. 31).
Expectations include: managing a caseload; 8-16 hours a
week over 2-5 days, Mon.-Fri. Please contact the Director
of Programs, Steve MacHattie, for information at (860)
724-4823 x-406 or e-mail: SteveM@icshc.org.
lives, and knowing the giver of this great gift. The message of
resurrection is - “Do not be afraid.”
USED PIANO WANTED
The Saturday House of Bread Mentor program is seeking
a used piano for one of the “graduated” students. If you
are aware of a used piano, please contact Vinnie Lofreddo
at 860-922-3483.
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 (860-721-1814).
Upcoming Selections:
Nov. 20
Code Name Verity by Elizabeth Wein
Dec. 18
TransAtlantic by Colum McCann
Date/Time: Thurs., Nov. 20 – 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Place:
Franciscan Center for Urban Ministry
OPEN HEARTS
GAY & LESBIAN MINISTRY
Next meeting: December 14, 2014 at 6:00 p.m.
Families & Friends of the Gay & Lesbian
Community
Next Meeting: Tuesday, December 2, 2014 at 6:30
p.m. in the Franciscan Center
Sr. Ginny and individual parents are available for oneon-one visits. Please call the church office for further
information.
SPSA Men’s Fellowship Group
Our next meeting is scheduled for Wed., Nov. 19 at 7
p.m. in the Friary Meeting Room. We need your ideas to
maintain the interest levels of the group. We hope to see
you on the 19th! Feel free to bring a snack for us to share.
All men are welcome.
CONCERT CANCELLED! UCONN Women’s Choir will
NOT sing at St. Patrick-St. Anthony.
UCONN Women’s Choir will be unable to sing the concert
planned for this Sunday, November 16 at 6:30 p.m. in
our sanctuary. Apologies for the inconvenience!
The Music Ministry will continue to engage with local
artists to find musical offerings for you.
HOUSE OF BREAD
Kids Café…It’s hard to study
when you’re hungry!
Help feed over 450 kids a day
with cooking oil and rice…in
addition to canned vegetables,
pasta, tuna, powdered milk, yummy spices of taco
seasoning, adobo, sofrito…or help with plastic wrap,
aluminum foil, bleach, dish detergent, paper
towels/napkins/cups.
Thank you for all you do!
www.hobread.org...more than just soup!
HOUSE OF BREAD ANNUAL HUNGER BANQUET
Join us for the Hunger Banquet on Wednesday, November
19 from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Franciscan Urban
Center. Cost is $25.00 and you receive a bowl of
homemade soup, bread and an apple plus a
commemorative mug. Please plan to join us.
The Secular Franciscan Order
Meeting
Is God calling you to walk in the
footsteps of St. Francis of Assisi? Join us
for our meeting in the Urban Ministry
Center on Sunday, November 23 with
the rosary at 1:30 and meeting at 2:00.
We will be having our annual wake service to remember
members of our fraternity who have died, as well as
friends and family members who have passed away.
COLLECTION AMOUNTS
Weekly – Nov. 8/9
$ 13,823.00
All Saints/All Souls
$ 1,275.00
On-line Giving – Nov. 5-11
$
837.00
2014 Appeal Goal
$115,000.00
2014 Appeal Pledges a/o Nov 5
$111,130.00
To register for Online Giving, please visit our
website: www.spsact.org
Thank you for your generosity and support.
READINGS – NOVEMBER 17-23, 2014
Mon.
Tues.
Wed.
Thur.
Fri.
Sun.
Rv 1:1-4, 2:1-5; Lk 18:35-43
Rv 3:1-6, 14-22; Lk 19:1-10
Rv 4:1-11; Lk 19:11-28
Rv 4:1-11; Lk 19:41-44
Rv 10:8-11; Lk 19:45-48
Ez 34:11-12, 15-17; 1 Cor 15:20-26, 28;
Mt 25:31-46
SECOND COLLECTION – NOVEMBER 22/23, 2014
Next weekend’s Collection for the Catholic Campaign for
Human Development (CCHD) needs your help. CCHD was
founded to end the cycle of poverty in the United States
by funding organizations that help people help
themselves. With the tradition of improving education,
housing situations, and economic development, CCHD
continues to make a positive impact in communities
nationwide. Your contribution will defend human dignity
and help those living on the margins of our society.
Please give to the CCHD Collection.
Growing Our Giving Trees Out of Love
We at St. Patrick - St. Anthony have a long tradition of expressing
gratitude for our blessings by sharing them with those who have less.
Out of love for one another we are called to reach out to our brothers
and sisters in Hartford and Zoranje, Haiti.
Local
Giving
Tree
We can share our blessings by providing gifts
for our neighbors, both children and adults, in
Hartford. Organizations that distribute the
gifts include Adventure Saturdays, Catherine’s Place, CT Children’s Medical Center,
The House of Bread programs, and YouthUnited for Survival (Y-US).
Please note that all gifts will be picked up at noon Monday, December 15.
The cards on this tree are for those who
are looking for ways to share their time
or talent with others through prayer and
service in 2015 such as the Walk Against
Hunger, Taste of Haiti, or preparing a meal
for the women of Catherine’s Place.
HAITI
Global
Giving
Tree
Time and
Talent
Giving
Tree
This tree holds cards to assist our sister
parish, St. Genevieve, in Zoranje, Haiti.
Our focus is educating the children and
onations are used for tuition, teacher salaries, new text books, and the school
lunch program.
“Amen I say to you, whatever you did for one of the least of mine, you did for me.”
Matthew 25:40
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