April 26, 2015 – Fourth Sunday of Easter

CORPUS
CHRISTI
CHURCH
CORPUS CHRISTI PASTORAL STAFF
Rev. Shawn T. Daly, Pastor
Rev. William Agyemang, Parochial Vicar
Seth English, Deacon
Dianne Peck, Music Director
April 26, 2015
601 Silas Deane Highway
WETHERSFIELD, CONNECTICUT
Rectory
860-529-2545
www.corpuschristiparish.net
Visit the above website
to register for Online Giving
SUNDAY MASS SCHEDULE
BAPTISMS
Sunday Vigil - Saturday 4:00 PM
First and Third Sunday
Sunday Morning: 7:30 AM, 9:00 AM,
10:30 AM and 12:00 Noon Registration is required.
Please call the rectory office.
DAILY MASS
Rectory Office Hours: 8 AM-4 PM
Monday thru Friday 7:30 AM
Saturday at 7:30 AM
MARRIAGES
Please contact rectory office at least six
months in advance.
Religious Education Office
860-721-9419
CONFESSIONS:
Carol Pasternak and Sharon Reynolds,
Saturday 2:30-3:30 PM
Coordinators of Religious Education Vigil of Holy Days 4:30-5:00 PM
OFFICE OF VOCATIONS
860-242-5573
www.vocationshartford.org
Corpus Christi School
SICK CALLS
We make weekly visits to Hartford and
Saint Francis hospitals. We are happy and
honored to visit the sick or homebound.
Please notify us.
Eileen Sampiere, Principal
860-529-5487
www.corpuschristischoolct.com
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CORPUS CHRISTI CHURCH
MASS INTENTIONS
Saturday,
Saturday, April
April 19
25 -- Holy
Vigil:Saturday
Fourth Sunday of Easter
8:00
PM
Easter
Vigil Ceremonies
Mass req. by
4:00 PM
1st Anniversary
Maryann and
Walmsley
her family
Sunday, April 20 - Easter Sunday of the
Resurrection
of the Lord
Sunday, April 26 - Fourth Sunday
of Easter
6:30 AM
AM
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of Jr.
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Parishioners
7:30
Thomas
F. Lawton
by his wife and
7:30 AM
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family
9:00
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Parishioners
9:00 AM
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10:30
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Parishioners
Children’s Liturgy!
12:00 NN
8th Anniversary Mario Mastrantoni req. by
familywithin the Octave of Easter
Monday, April 21 -his
Monday
7:30 AM
Rose and Leonard Vendetti req. by the family
Monday, April 27 - Easter Weekday
7:30 AM
Vendetti
req. by the
Tuesday,
April 22 -Leonard
Tuesday and
withinRose
the Octave
of Easter
family
7:30 AM
Giuseppe Rotundo and Anselmo Rotundo
req. by daughters and sisters
Tuesday, April 28 - St. Peter Chanel, Priest and Martyr;
Louis Grignion
dethe
Montfort,
Wednesday, April 23St.
- Wednesday
within
Octave Priest
of Easter
7:30
AM
3rd
Anniversary
Mary
McCue
req.
7:30 AM
Anna Rizzo and Nunzia Rizzo req.
by by her
husband
Raffaele Rizzo
Wednesday,
April
- St. Catherine
Siena,
Virgin
and
Thursday, April
2429
- Thursday
withinofthe
Octave
of Easter
Doctor
of
the
Church
7:30 AM
Anniversary Jacqueline Schempp req.
by the
7:30 AM
Edward
B.
Biernat
family
Thursday,
April
- St. PiusV,
Pope
Friday, April
25 30
- Friday
within the
Octave of Easter
7:30
AM
For
the
special
intentions
of Sebby,
Melissa,
7:30 AM
Candy Loguidice
req. by John
Cusano
and Jeffrey req. by Joe and Debbie Abbate
Saturday, April 26 - Saturday within the Octave of Easter
Friday,
May
Joseph
the Worker
7:30
AM1 - St.1st
Anniversary
Helen Hodnesky
7:30 AM
Anniversary Josephine
DeNovellis req. by her
daughter and son-in-law
WETHERSFIELD
CANDLES
Week of April 26 - May 2
The SANCTUARY LAMP will burn this week in memory of
Joseph Fontana req. by his wife and children.
The SANCTUARY LAMP will burn this week in memory of
Maryann Walmsley req. by Bill.
The BLESSED VIRGIN 7 DAY CANDLE will burn this week
in memory of Andrea Colella req. by the family.
The second BLESSED VIRGIN 7 DAY CANDLE will burn in
memory of Helen Chesney req. by Kay Schimanskey.
FOURTH SUNDAY of EASTER
April 26, 2015
THEME:
Jesus is the “stone rejected by the builders which has become
the cornerstone.” He is the good shepherd who laid down His
life for us. Through His paschal mystery we have become
children of God.
SACRIFICIAL GIVING
April 19, 2015
Online Giving for April 19
$ 7,635.00
$ 1,634.01
Monthly Online for April
$
184.00
We are grateful to all who continue to support Corpus Christi
Parish by your prayers and financial contributions.
To register for Online Giving, please visit our website:
www.corpuschristiparish.net
Saturday, May 2 - St. Athanasius, Bishop and
Doctor of the Church
7:30 AM
Frank Stavola req. by family and friends
9:00 AM
First Holy Communion-Corpus Christi School
Saturday, May 2 - Vigil: Fifth Sunday of Easter
4:00 PM
30th Anniversary Charles Oppelt req. by the
Wethje Family
Sunday, May 3 - Fifth Sunday of Easter
7:30 AM
1st Anniversary Ann Daly req. by her family
9:00 AM
Mary and Joseph Mecca req. by their
children and grandchildren
10:30 AM
Adeline Barnaby req. by her family
Children’s Liturgy!
12:00 NN
David Scales req. by Mark A. Console and
family
Should you have a question while signing up, Our Sunday
Visitor Online Support is at the ready to help you out.
Simply call 1-800-348-2886, ext. 4.
READINGS for the WEEK
Monday:
Acts 11:1-18; Ps 42:2-3; 43:3, 4; Jn 10:1-10
Tuesday:
Acts 11:19-26; Ps 87:1b-7; Jn 10:22-30
Wednesday: Acts 12:24 — 13:5a; Ps 67:2-3, 5, 6, 8;
Jn 12:44-50
Thursday:
Acts 13:13-25: Ps 89:2-3, 21-22, 25, 27;
Jn 13:16-20
Friday:
Acts 13:26-33; Ps 2:6-11ab; Jn 14:1-6
or (for the memorial) Gn 1:26 — 2:3 or
Col 3:14-15, 17, 23-24; Ps 90:2-4, 12-14,
16; Mt 13:54-58
Saturday:
Acts 13:44-52; Ps 98:1-4; Jn 14:7-14
Sunday:
Acts 9:26-31; Ps 22:26-28, 30-32;
1 Jn 3:18-24; Jn 15:1-8
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FOURTH SUNDAY of EASTER
COMING UP:
April showers bring May flowers. . .
. . . and May flowers bring pilgrims!
• Apr. 26 weekend: Scrip Fundraiser
• May 2 (Saturday): HomeFront Day
• May 2 (Saturday): School First Communion at 9 AM
• May 3 weekend: Sandwich/Juice Box/T-Shirt Collection
Knights of Columbus Membership Drive
• May 7 (Wednesday): May Crowning
• May 10 (Sunday): Mother’s Day!
• May 14: (Thursday): Holy Day of Obligation:
The Ascension of the Lord
• May 25 (Monday): Memorial Day!
MASS of HEALING & HOPE
You are cordially invited to participate in a Mass of Healing
& Hope at Scared Heart Church in Wethersfield on Friday,
May 1st at 6 PM. If you are suffering in body, mind, or soul
participate with Fr. William Agyemang in this inspiring
liturgy of singing, prayer, preaching, anointing, thanks and
praise.
For
more
information,
contact
SacredHeartInfo@aol.com.
INVITATION from INCARNATION WOMEN’S CLUB
Tea Time with a White House Floral Designer
SATURDAY - May 2nd - 1:30 PM
The Incarnation Women’s Club presents a floral
demonstration and slide presentation by Ruth Loiseau. Ruth is
a well known floral designer and has done many special
events for the White House. She has worked with several
Presidents and has some stories to share. Following the
presentation, we will be serving tea, coffee and dessert. The
completed arrangements will be raffled off. Cost is $20.00
per person. Reservations are limited to 125 people. The event
is at Incarnation Church in Father Crawford Hall, 544
Prospect Street in Wethersfield. Doors open at 1 PM. For
reservations and more info, call Ann Hock at 860-563-0728
or Carol Plona at 860-563-9501.
WETHERSFIELD KNIGHTS of COLUMBUS
Membership Drive: May 3rd Weekend
Next weekend the Wethersfield Council of the Knights of
Columbus will conduct their annual membership recruitment
drive. Wethersfield Council #4193 was established in 1956
and serves Corpus Christi, Incarnation, Sacred Heart and St.
Luke Parishes as well as the community of Wethersfield.
Support activities include scholarships, seminarian support,
the Tootsie Roll Drive, and much more. Membership is open
to men 18 years or older. There will be Knights at the exits
next weekend to answer any questions or take your name for
follow-up from the membership committee.
KNOW GREATER JOY . . .
Amid the noise and relentless pace of the world today, a
weekend retreat is the path leading to balance, wellness, and
peace. The final women’s retreat for this season is June 5-7.
Please join us! To register visit our website at
www.holyfamilyretreat.org or call 860-760-9705 or call
Mary Jane Densmore at 860-529-9928.
2013 DISASTER
RELIEF COLLECTION
TODAY!
The collection for the
victims
of the tornado in Oklahoma and
SCRIP FUNDRAISER
to
support
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Charities
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Schooltaken
Association
weekend,
June
29/30.
Archbishop
Mansell
has
requested
this
(CCHSA) will be selling Scrip Gift Cards at church on:
collection to respond to immediate needs for water, food,
• Saturday, April 25 before & after the 4 PM Mass
shelter, medical care and the long-term needs of rebuilding and
• Sunday, April 26 after the 9 AM Mass & after the 10:30
reconstruction. Please be as generous as you can.
AM Masses
Gift cards may be
purchased with
cash or check (made payable
SANDWICH
COLLECTION
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of our
most popular
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Social Action
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MassLeonard’s
on Sunday. ($100), Dunkin’
Donuts ($10/$25), Starbuck’s ($10/$25), Walmart ($25/
$100), Target ($25/$100),
ITunes
($15/$25), Toys R Us
CCWC BUS
TRIPS
($20),
and
many
more.
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JOIN the HOMEFRONT TEAM
Workers are still needed for this year’s HomeFront Day
project on Saturday, May 2nd. We need a lot of help to rehab
a home in Old Wethersfield near Standish Park and Mikey’s
Place. There is a great deal of work to be done including minor
carpentry, painting, yard clean-up, and clean-up at the end of
the day. Even just 1 hour of your time would be very much
appreciated. Please call Pat McGovern at 860-563-7773 or
Tim
Nixon
at
860-558-4575,
email:
Timothy.Nixon@gmail.com if you are able to volunteer.
*****
WEDDING BANNS
I Anthony Lazzaro and Jill D’Angelo
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A FAMILY PERSPECTIVE
Today’s gospel is a job description for Christian parents. For
most people the most influential shepherds in their lives are
their PARENTS. Every parent is called to be a “good
shepherd” to “freely lay down their life” for their children, to
“love” and “know” their children and to “lead” them so “they
know your voice.”
- by Bud Ozar
ARCHBISHOP’S ANNUAL APPEAL
It is important that when you give to any charitable
organization, you are confident that the funds are used wisely.
Be assured that your gift to the Archbishop’s Annual Appeal
only supports the ministries and programs indicated in the
2015 Appeal literature. For more information please visit the
Appeal website at archdioceseofhartford.org.
2016 MASS BOOK & CANDLES
The Scheduling of Masses and Sanctuary Lamps for our loved
ones, living or deceased, for the year 2016 can be arranged by
calling the rectory no sooner than Tuesday, May 5th.
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April 26, 2015
CATHOLIC LIGHTHOUSE CORNER
Meet Your Mother - Dr. Mark Miravalle
Dr. Miravalle - a professor who has taught and written about
Mary for over 25 years - covers most of the major teachings
about the Mother of Jesus. He introduces and explores the
truth about Mary that will renew your existing knowledge and
love for the woman divinely appointed to bring Jesus into the
world.
“THE SOUND of MUSIC”
St. Paul Performing Arts will present the beloved Rodgers &
Hammerstein classic “The Sound of Music” at St. Paul
Catholic High School’s Theater on Sunday, April 26 and May
3. St. Paul boasts a stellar cast, great sets and costumes, and
top-notch singing and dancing - one musical you and your
family will not want to miss! Performances are at 2 PM. Ticket
prices are $20 and $15; all seats reserved. Tickets can be
purchased by visiting www.spchs.com or by calling 860-5840911.
JAZZ CABARET NIGHT
Northwest Catholic will host its 8th annual Jazz Cabaret Night
on Saturday, May 9 at 7 PM at NWC. The event will feature
performances by NWC’s Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Singers, and Big
Band, as well as gourmet desserts, coffee, and Silent & Teacup
Auctions. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for students &
senior citizens. Tickets must be reserved in advance. Go to
www.NorthwestCatholic.org/JazzNight for more info &
reservations.
“THE SCIENCE of HAPPINESS”
The Spiritual Growth and Education Committee of Sacred
Heart Church in Wethersfield is sponsoring a talk on “The
Science of Happiness” on Wednesday, May 13 at 7 PM at the
parish hall. The talk is being given by Bill Walsh, associate
Director at Holy Family Retreat Center in West Hartford. Have
you ever wondered why some people seem happy even during
difficult times and others never seem happy? When asked what
they want in life, most people reply, “To be happy.” Bill will
explore the nature of happiness and will discuss research that
identifies both the true paths and the obstacles to happiness
that are present in our culture. Come learn about 6 strategies to
increase your happiness!
ANY ONE CAN WIN!!!
Mercy High School is sponsoring a $25,000 Education
Raffle. The $25,000 is tax free and can be used at any
accredited school in the U.S. (grades K - College) and for
student loan payments. Tickets are $100. The drawing is
Wednesday, May 13th during intermission at Mercy’s Spring
Concert starting at 7 PM. You need not be present to win. Only
600 tickets will be sold. For information, or to order a ticket,
go to www.mercyhigh.com or call Mercy at 860-347-8957.
Sunday, April 26th - World Day of Prayer for Vocations:
Pray that men and women of all ages will hear the
voice of the Good Shepherd calling them to
ordained and lay ministries.
YOUR VOICE COUNTS:
Help to plan the future of our Archdiocese!
In several weeks, you will be asked to take an online pastoral
planning survey. The results of this survey will help inform
how we can best work together to reposition our Archdiocese
in ways that will ensure the success of our mission, for the
glory of God and the salvation of souls.
The link to the pastoral survey will be published in the parish
bulletin in early May, and access to the survey will be
available at archdioceseofhartford.org. Paper copies will be
offered at parishes for those who do not have online access.
We ask that you take the time to fill out this 20-minute survey.
If you recall, in a February letter to parishioners, Archbishop
Leonard Blair indicated that: “ . . . Pastoral planning is meant
to be consultative and collaborative at every level, especially
the local level.” Together, we will thoughtfully and carefully
seek to discern the will of God, and strengthen our
Archdiocese for future generations.
BUS TRIP to NATIONAL SHRINE
An Incarnation Church Pilgrimage bus trip to the National
Shrine of the Divine Mercy in Stockbridge, MA is planned for
Thursday, June 4th. The Shrine is staffed by the
Congregation of Marians of the Immaculate Conception of the
Blessed Virgin Mary and promotes the message of the Divine
Mercy. The Shrine offers Confessions, Eucharistic Adoration,
Rosary for Life, Holy Mass, Chaplet of the Divine Mercy, and
Benediction. Blessing of religious articles and opportunity to
venerate at first class relic of St. Faustina are also offered. You
may visit the gift shop and the Stations of the Cross on the
grounds. Lunch is included at Red Lion Inn in Stockbridge.
Cost is $63.00. Bus departs from Incarnation Church parking
lot at 9 AM and returns at 6 PM. Call Paula Melillo for
reservations and further details at 860-563-9506.
CATHOLIC CEMETARIES ASSOCIATION
For a limited time, all Catholic families have the opportunity
to purchase pre-need graves with upright monument rights or
shrine graves with interest free installment payments up to 48
months at Holy Cross Cemetery in Glastonbury, St. Mary
Cemetery in East Hartford, and St. James & St. Bridget
Cemeteries in Manchester. (Mausoleum entombment space for
casket and cremation is also available at Holy Cross and St.
Mary Cemeteries.) This offer will conclude on May 15, 2015.
Please contact the office at St. James Cemetery, 860-646-3772,
or by email rmaher@ccacem.org, to schedule an appointment
or for more information. Be sure to visit our website,
www.ccacem.org, to learn more about The Catholic
Cemeteries Association.
SANDWICH COLLECTION and . . .
The Social Action Committee is collecting . . .
• sandwiches,
• juice boxes and
• T-shirts
next weekend, May 2/3. Please bring your donations to church
no later than the 12 PM Mass.