FEBRUARY 8, 2015 FIFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

FEBRUARY 8, 2015
FIFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2015
4:00 Salvatore Gianni – req. by the Family
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2015
8:00 Tina & Charles Vella & Lucille Vella Konstandaras – req.
by Charlie Vella
10:00 McAfee, Dudy & Infante Families – req. by Sam &
Maryrose Ricciardi
11:45 Richard Blackstone – req. by the Family
5:00 Joseph McGoff – req. by Parishioners
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2015
7:00 Michael Cavallo – req. by Ann Tritak
8:00 Joan Quinn – req. by Joseph Pearce
12:05 Mary Mittica – req. by her Children & Grandchildren
6:00 Vespers
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2015
7:00 Andrew Ansaldi – req. by Catherine Wynn
8:00 Edward Taras – req. by the Family
12:05 Dr. Francisco J. Figueroa – req. by Paul & Carolyn
Abramo
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2015
7:00 For Franciscan Center Ministry
8:00 For Catherine’s Place Ministry
12:05 For Our Parishioners
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2015
7:00 For Franciscan Center Ministry
8:00 In thanksgiving – req. by Anne Krafft
12:05 For Catherine’s Place Ministry
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2015
7:00 For Our Parishioners
8:00 Neal Beaton – req. by Mary & Ken Pouch
12:05 In thanksgiving to St. Valentine – req. by Fernando
Monaco
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2015
4:00 Francelina Marques – req. by Teresa Carvalho
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2015
8:00 Angeline & William Speziale – req. by Daughters Donna
& Jordan
10:00 Thomas & Marcia Sherer – req. by Marc Sherer
11:45 In thanksgiving to St. Valentine – req. by St. Valentine
Society
5:00 Guiseppe Pappalardo – req. by the LaRosa Family
Please Remember The Sick In Your Prayers:
Lanisha Adam; Beverly Dillon; Joan Ragna
Today We Prayed For: our ushers who help before,
during and after Mass. Ushers greet people, help folks
find available seats, gather the collection, and assist in
cleanup for each weekend Mass. Thank you to this
wonderful corps of men and women!
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.
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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.
SISTER PARISH UPDATE
On Sunday, January 25, Fran Rago, one of the
travelers from the October 2014 trip to Haiti
gave a reflection of his experience in a poem
that he wrote. This and Fran’s two other poems
are available on the parish website (go to
Community Outreach, then Our Partners where
you’ll find St. Genevieve).
There are some current pictures of the new church
construction in Fouji, Zoranje. You can find them on the
bulletin board at the back of our church, on the St.
Patrick-St. Anthony Facebook page, or on the St.
Patrick-St. Anthony website.
The next trip to Haiti will be April 13-20. There will be an
opportunity to see the progress of the new church
construction. Call the parish office for more information
(860-756-4034.
Peace and All Good.
ADULT FAITH FORMATION
For a complete listing of programs, please go to our
website, www.spsact.org.
Night Out 4 U
Tuesday, Feb. 10; 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Facilitators: Pat Curtis & Steve Starski
Franciscan Reading Group
Wednesdays, Feb. 11 & 25; 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Women’s Drumming Circle
Sunday, Feb. 15; 1:00-2:30 p.m.; in the Chapel
Spiritual Reflection
Monday, Feb. 16; 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Facilitator: Trudi White
Lectio Divina
Tuesday, Feb. 17; 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Facilitator: John Lemega
To register for these programs, please contact the Parish
Office at 860-756-4034.
Dear Parishioners and Friends at
St. Patrick-St. Anthony and St. Genevieve,
May the Lord give you peace.
First, I want to ask whoever is praying for snow to stop.
In our scripture this weekend, we begin with a sense of
hopelessness in Job, move to commitment to the preaching
of the Gospel in Paul and to the fundamental question of
all Christians that is found in Peter’s statement “Everyone is looking for you.” We must ask ourselves
what it is that we seek as we gather, commit ourselves to
the life of the Gospel and recognize the hopelessness that
is the reality for so many people throughout our world.
This is a hopelessness that breeds the fear and anger that
we find in so many places. We do not have to look too far
to see it. In light of Job’s lament, perhaps we hear Paul
differently: “For the sake of the Gospel, I am all things to
all people.” For the sake of the Gospel, Paul speaks of
compassion - the desire to be in communion with the one
who struggles in life. For the sake of the Gospel we step
aside from rash judgments and culturally conditioned
responses to new situations to be with the one who lives
with radical hopelessness. When we look at the world, our
nation and our communities we are encouraged to see
with new eyes and hear with the heart of compassion.
What are we looking for in Jesus? We find the one who is
healer, teacher, prophet, who eats with sinners, who
tenders forgiveness and who calls to life. We find the one
who gives himself. Having made that discovery, we are set
free to live in his love and like Simon Peter’s mother-inlaw to get up and serve. We serve not to get something or
to make up for something but because we are graced to
share our gifts with the community.
One of the hallmarks of this giftedness for our community
is our partnership with the House of Bread. This week the
House of Bread marked its 35th anniversary of serving the
hungry who are a very real part of our life. This service
includes meals to the hungry, and the hunger for giving
that is met by serving the meals, knowing the people, and
sharing the stories that make this a community that is
faithful to being a house of bread for all. I especially thank
Sisters Maureen and Theresa for the vision and dedication
that has made this ministry a reality for so many people.
This ministry has evolved from a coffee pot and station
wagon to multiple ministries including a day shelter,
housing, education, and childcare. Congratulations and
continued blessings in this wonderful imitation of Jesus
who fed the hungry on the mountainside. I thank all who
give of themselves and are nurtured in this ministry.
● Community Sunday is a time to
meet in the Urban Center after
Mass for coffee, donuts, blood
pressure screening and
conversation. Additionally our
Community Sunday Hosts are
responsible to set up, replenish
and clean up. Can you imagine being part of this unique
team after the 8, 10 or 11:45 Masses? If so, please
contact Trudi in the parish office for more information.
● There are many opportunities to use your specific
gifts and talents within our parish and the larger
community. To find out the possibilities, please contact
Trudi in the Volunteer Ministry office.
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STEWARDSHIP REFLECTION
Like St. Paul in the second reading, the good steward
can say, “I do all that I do for the sake of the gospel in
the hope of having a share in its blessings.”
LIVING STEWARDSHIP
We are grateful this week for all stewards in our parish
who use their gifts of healing and forgiveness to help
repair relationships in families beset with divorce, death,
dysfunction or abuse.
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!
The Red Cross of CT is seeking Disaster Action Team
(DAT) members to offer their time during local disasters.
DAT members meet at the site of a disaster and offer
support as assistance in meeting immediate needs such
as food, clothing, shelter and hope. Information or an
application to become a DAT member can be acquired by
contacting Stephanie Boles, CVA at the American Red
Cross 860-678-2793.
READINGS – FEBRUARY 9-15, 2015
Mon.
Tues.
Wed.
Thurs.
Fri.
Sun.
Gn 1:1-19; Mk 6:53-56
Gn 1:20-2:4a; Mk 7:1-13
Gn 2:4b-9, 15-17; Mk 7:14-23
Gn 2:18-25; Mk 7:24-30
Gn 3:1-8; Mk 7:31-37
Lv 13:1-2, 44-46; 1 Cor 10:31-11:1;
Mk 1:40-45
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 (860523-7034) or Sara Zagorski (860-721-1814).
Upcoming Selections:
Feb. 19
The Blue Star by Tony Earley
Mar. 19
A Constellation of Vital Phenomena by Anthony
Marra
April 16
Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
May 21
The Bees by Laline Paull
June 18
Euphoria by Lily King
Date/Time: Thurs., Feb. 19 – 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Place:
Franciscan Center for Urban Ministry
OPEN HEARTS
GAY & LESBIAN MINISTRY
Next meeting: February 8, 2015 at 6:00 p.m.
Families & Friends of the Gay & Lesbian
Community
Next Meeting: Tuesday, February 24 at 6:30 p.m.
Sr. Ginny and individual parents are available for oneon-one visits. Please call the church office for further
information.
SPSA Men’s Fellowship Group Meeting
Feb. 18, 2015
Our first meeting of 2015 will be on the topic of “Human
Trafficking.” Our speaker will be Steve Ferraro, a former
Co-Director of the CT chapter of Not For Sale, a nonprofit international organization. Mr. Ferraro has spoken
to numerous CT teens on this topic and appeared on the
Mary Jones Show. He has worked with members of CT
DCF, law enforcement members and has spoken at
events held by the Office for Catholic Social Justice
Ministry, Archdiocese of Hartford.
The meeting will begin promptly at 7 p.m. in the Urban
Center and all are invited to attend. The topic being
presented is fully supported by the SPSA Committee for
Social Justice. As the meeting will be on Ash Wednesday,
snacks will not be provided, but coffee will be available.
We hope to see you there.
LENTEN CONFESSIONS
In the Sacrament of Penance & Reconciliation, we meet
the Lord who wants to grant forgiveness and the grace
to live a renewed life in him. The Church encourages
frequent confession to grow closer to Christ Jesus and
his Body, the Church.
All the churches of the Archdiocese will be open for
Confessions every Monday during Lent from 6-7 p.m.
For more information, visit Light4you.info.
HOUSE OF BREAD
HOME Day Care (Babysitting
while mom studies for her
GED)
General day care supplies such
as diapers (sizes 3, 4, 5), wipes,
baby powder, juice boxes, toddler friendly snacks
(Cheerios, graham crackers, etc.) and paper goods.
Thanks to all who brought meat loaves today! You’ve
brought home cooking to those in need!
www.hobread.org...more than just soup!
CLARE GALLERY
The Clare Gallery is pleased to present Intimate
Spirits: Photography and Poetry in Conversation, as
an exhibition by artist and poet Sister Jo-Ann Iannotti,
O.P. The exhibition displays both poetry and
photography in concert accenting the power of word and
image. The artist wishes to draw viewers into the space
between themselves and the two creative expressions
allowing the works to be “seen”, as well as “read.” This
exhibition is free and open to the public and extends
from January 19 to March 15, 2015. A reception will be
held on Thursday, March 5 from 6:30-8:00 p.m. At the
reception, Sister Jo-Ann will discuss the intimacy that
results from spending time with images and words and
her various processes of creative expression.
ST. ANTHONY'S BREAD FOR THE POOR
Financial gifts to St. Anthony's Bread For The Poor help to support our
Weekend Meal Program and Sandwich Distribution Program that takes
place 7 days a week, 52 weeks a year.
Name: _________________________________________
Address: _______________________________________
_______________________________________________
Please return this coupon with your donation to St. Patrick-St. Anthony
Church, 285 Church St., Hartford, CT 06103 (all checks made payable to:
(Franciscan Center for Urban Ministry).
COLLECTION AMOUNTS
Weekly – Jan. 31-Feb. 1
Catholic High Schools
On-line Giving – Jan. 26-Feb. 1
$13,528.00
$ 3,060.00
$ 1,570.00
To register for Online Giving, please visit our
website: WWW.SPSACT.ORG
Thank you for your generosity and support.
LENT 2015 -- Faith Formation
Adult Faith Formation Ministry has designed several opportunities during these
90 days to assist us in making time for God and for entering into these seasons of
conversion, reconciliation, renewal and change. How will we open ourselves up to
transformative experiences? * Register NOW for a program or two with a friend *
To register for any of these programs, please contact the Parish Office at 860-756-4034.
Twilight Retreat for Lent
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: February 13
Tuesday, February 17; 6:00-7:30 p.m.
A time for input, reflection, discussion and prayer as we begin our 90 day journey.
Presenter: Fr. Thomas Gallagher, ofm
Suggested Offering: $10.00; includes dinner.
Intimacy: The Divine Ambush
Saturdays, February 21, 28, March 7, 14, 21 & 28; 10:00-11:30 a.m.
Come listen to a recording of and discuss a conference presented in April 2013 in
Santa Fe, New Mexico, by master teachers, Richard Rohr and James Finley. They
offer clear parallels between human and divine intimacy through the poetry and
commentaries of John of the Cross and the experiences and writings of Julian of
Norwich.
Facilitators: June Porter and Steve Starski
Free Will Offering
A Witness to Hope
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: February 18
Sunday, February 22; 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Fr. John Powers, spirited scriptural storyteller, 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, promises of a Healing Lord.
Presenter: Fr. John Powers, C.P.
Suggested Offering: $12.00; includes a lite lunch.
Lenten Nourishment
A light lunch is provided.
Tuesdays, February 24, March 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31; 12:30-1:00 p.m.
Offering: $5.00 per each luncheon
Join us this Lent at noontime for spiritual and physical nourishment. Immediately following 12:05 Mass,
Spiritual Talks will be presented in the Franciscan Center. We will explore “The Seven Last Words of Christ”:
2/24: Deacon Art Miller
3/3: Mary Marsan
3/10: Gabriel Lofvall
3/17: Rev. Donna Manocchio
3/24: Pat Curtis
3/31: Fr. Tom Gallagher,ofm
REEL Faith: “A Place at the Table”
Thursday, February 26; 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Film is 84 minutes in length.
50 Million Americans—1 in 4 children—don’t know where their next meal is coming from. A
Place at the Table tells the powerful stories of three such Americans, who maintain their dignity
even as they struggle just to eat. The film shows how the issue could be solved forever, once
the American public decides that ending hunger is in the best interest of us all.
Facilitator: Jack Wentland
Free Will Offering
Lenten Twilight Retreat
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: March 6
Tuesday, March 10; 5:30-9:00 p.m.
Presenter: Fr. David Cinquegrani, C.P.
Suggested Offering: $15.00; includes dinner.
Grace Unleashed: A Fresh Look at the Sacraments
Thursdays, March 12, 19 & 26; 7:00-8:00 p.m.
Join Fr. Tom as he explores our seven Sacraments through a new lens. During the three
sessions, Fr. Tom will consider sacraments of “belonging”, “participation”, and “healing”. Come and take part
in this opportunity to update your faith.
Presenter: Fr. Thomas Gallagher, ofm
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