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216 Scribner Avenue Norwalk, Connecticut 06854 January 1, 2017 Rev. Msgr. Walter C. Orlowski, KCHS, Pastor Mary, the Holy Mother of God
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ST. MATTHEW PARISH COMMNUNITY SUPPER WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 14th 6:00PM - 8:00PM
• All are welcome - Invite your neighbors and friends • $1.00 per person to be paid at the door • To reserve your seat, either call Carol in the office (203) 838-3788 ext. 101
or complete the form below & drop in the basket or at the office.
Community Supper
NAME:__________________________________________ Tel#______________________________
# of Guests _______________
Counseling Services Available Starting Wednesday, January 11, 2017 from 7:00pm to 8:00pm.
Elizabeth Burt, MA, LPC, NCC: MA, Clinical Mental Health Counseling; Licensed Professional Counselor; Nationally Certified Counselor. Every Wednesday for adults, youth and families.
Areas of specialty: Young adults, adults; Life challenges related to:
• Mental health and wellness • Parenting/family/care giving • Career coaching • Transitions counseling
Selected areas include: •Anxiety and depression •Stress management •Care giving challenges (parent/children communication) •Wellness across the lifespan •Academic/career indecision •College issues (adjustment, academics, disability services)
Kristen Penta, LMSW and State Certified School Social Worker working with children, adolescent and families. First and Third Wednesday - especially for children related matters.
Specializing in childhood/adolescent disorders such as (but not limited to) AD/HD, Anxiety, Depression, Learning Disabilities, Intellectual Disabilities and Autism, and behavior challenges that may present in both the home and school setting. Extensive experience working with children and families who have experi-enced varying types of trauma, as well as working with children in foster care. Also experienced with crisis de-escalation and mental health risk assessment techniques. Vast experience in behavioral, social and emo-tional strategies for improving functioning in the home, school and community environments.
Consultation on Annulments: First and Third Wednesday of the month. Those who have not attended the seminar on annulments or the December 15 meeting can walk in for general information. Those who have attended the seminar and had the initial meeting can make an appointment for one on one meeting for any questions. Please contact Beth Ann Murray at (203) 410-8977 or [email protected].
Consultation on Immigration: Due to the number of people who wanted speak to a lawyer for advice Mr. Anthony Fables will continue to offer his services every Wednesday.
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ELECTRONIC GIVING is available through our parish website.
Mass Intentions Monday, January 2 9:00am George Moore No Novena
Tuesday, January 3 12:10pm Jack DiScala
Wednesday, January 4 12:10pm Josephine Leonini Thursday, January 5 12:10pm Beatrice Mercado Friday, January 6 12:10pm Vincent DeSantis
Saturday, January 7 4:00pm Marie Saymon Millie Renda and Helen Taylor John Ryan Anthony Lanza Edward Matula Anna Pham Barbara Motta Laura Dattalo Everette Nichols Lawrence Miller Josephine Taccone Juanita Muniz Marc Buther Sunday, January 8 7:30am Joan Martin 9:00am Audrey DeRosa 10:30am Umberto DiRenzo 12:00pm Edith Scanlon 5:00pm Jose Wong Lupe Valdez Quindino DeFederico George Gru Giuseppina Taccone Mayor Frank Esposito
All weekday Masses during the Christmas Season are celebrated in the Church.
Advertiser of the Week
Confessions in the Church Every Saturday 3:15pm - 4:00pm (Except New Year’s Eve) First Tuesday of the Month 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Email prayer requests to: [email protected]
First Friday, January 6
Eucharistic Adoration will begin after the 12:10pm mass in the Church. The Rosary will begin at 6:30pm. we will honor St Scutin as well as those like him that practice their faith rigorously . Benediction will conclude the Adoration at 7:00pm.
FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH JANUARY 3RD CONFESSION
7:00pm - 8:00pm IN THE CHURCH
SACRIFICIAL GIVING
Due to the New Year holiday, we do not have the collection figures in time for publication of the
bulletin. We will report the collection in next week’s issue. God Bless You! Msgr. Walter
Michael Magner • Jay Magner • Melissa Heaphy • Salvatore Spadaccino •
William Tiani
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Magner Funeral Home
THE CREW January 1, 2017 - 5- Mary, the Holy Mother of God
NO CLASS THE WEEK OF JANUARY 2ND.
Classes will resume the week of January 8th.
REMINDER: We follow the Norwalk Public School Schedule. If you have any questions, please call the Faith Formation Office at (203) 838-3788 ext.107, or [email protected].
Our next class will meet on January 8th after the 5:00pm mass. Please contact Liz Reid in the Faith Formation Office at (203) 838-3788 ext.107, or [email protected] with any questions regarding your service project.
GLUTEN-FREE HOSTS Gluten-free hosts are available at all masses. If you require a gluten-free host, please see the officiating priest before mass.
Calling all 6-12th Graders...
We are excited to announce our new SMALL GROUPS!
Come experience the faith like never before!
When: Thursdays, 7-8pm. Dates: January 5th- April 27th
Details: Join us weekly for food, fellowship and friendship!
Cost: Free- but limited space!!! What: Join 5-7 other teens your age/gender
as we grow as friends & disciples.
We encourage you to sign up with your friends!
There will be sporadic social and service opportunities as a large group and our final meeting
will be going to the Trampoline Park!!!
Signup now, while there is still room... [email protected]
-Adult Volunteers Needed- Looking for parents/volunteers who want to lead a
small group of teens weekly (Not your child's group).
Virtus training will be available and necessary. Email Mariko at [email protected]
Wedding Anniversary Celebrations
We will be celebrating your anniversary on the last Sunday of every Month at the 10:30am Mass.
Please join us on Sunday, January 29th at the 10:30am Mass as we celebrate your January wedding anniversary.
Anyone who is celebrating their wedding anniversary (first, second, third…. or 65th)) in the current month, please contact Lorraine DeRosa at [email protected] so that you will be acknowledged and prayed for.
Visitation Committee It Is All Good News!
Several months ago we initiated a new committee in the hopes of bringing friendship and happiness to our homebound parishioners. We called it the Visitation Committee and modeled it after Our Lady’s visit to her cousin, Elizabeth. Many volunteers go to the home of another for the sole purpose of bringing joy, and Christ’s love to the shut-in. It works both ways! Volunteers leave their elderly friend and secretly utter their own Magnificat –
“He who is mighty has done great things for me.”
Thank you to all!
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PARISH OFFICE
Phone: (203) 838-3788 Monday - Thursday: 8:00am - 4:00pm Friday: 8:00am - 1:00pm Sunday: 8:00am - 1:15pm The Office closes daily during the 12:10pm Mass Email: [email protected] Website: www.stmatthewnorwalk.org Twitter: @StMatthewNorwlk Facebook: www.facebook.com/ StMatthewNorwalk InstaGram: www.instagram.com/ stmatthewchurchnorwalk
Msgr. Walter’s Wish List • Hams for the Open Door Shelter $1,800.00 • Day-to-Day Advent
Reflection Booklets $1,100.00 • Advent Wreaths for
St. Matthew Families $6,700.00 • Sacred Heart of Jesus Pictures, Frames & Prayer Books $3,500.00 • Christmas Book by Matthew Kelly for all Parishioners $4,000.00
ST. MATTHEW FITNESS CLUB
WINTER 2017 SESSION BEGINS THURSDAY, JANUARY 5th
~ Strength ~ Toning ~ Balance ~ Flexibility ~ Endurance ~ Relaxation ~
A beautiful and unique fusion of traditional fitness elements, yoga, and tai chi suitable for all ages and fitness levels!
Classes will be held in the Great Room on Mondays at 7:30pm and Thursdays at 6:30pm
SPACE IS LIMITED!
To register or for more information call Aggie at (203) 852-1036
THURSDAY, January 12th Enhance Your Spiritual Life: Mass at
12:10pm Luncheon follows immediately MEMBERS $ 13 GUESTS $ 16
M E N U: Succulent roast loin of pork with gravy, mashed potatoes, mixed vegetables, salad, & dessert
Coffee, Tea & Soft Drinks At this Luncheon, the following items are due: Payment for February Day $30 (separate check) FOOD FOR THE CHURCH FOOD PANTRY
January Luncheon
NAME:____________________________________________Tel#__________________________________
Members $ 13.00____Guests $16.00_____Ck$______ Ck#._______________Cash______
NOTE: DEADLINE DATE - MONDAY, January 9th @ 11:00 AM
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Walk in to meet with a priest. No appointment necessary!
Monday through Friday 9:00am - 12 Noon
Monday & Thursday - Fr. Sunil Tuesday & Friday - Fr. Tomi Wednesday - Msgr. Walter
ST. MATTHEW SINGLE PARENTS GROUP THURSDAY, JANUARY 5, 2017 7:00PM - 8:00PM
“I can do all things through him who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13
If you would like to meet other single parents, please join us at the St. Matthew Single Parents Group for a lively discussion on "How to Achieve Work/Life Balance". Contact Jennifer Covello at (203) 524-0784 at [email protected] or for more information about the group. We look forward to seeing you!
Special thanks to all the families who participated in the Lighting of the Advent
Wreath.
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Have a Blessed Day!
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GUITAR LESSONSBy Michael Gallello
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LUKE’S AUTO BODY, INC.Body & Fender Repairs
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Setting the Standard in Funeral ServiceRaymond Community Funeral Home • 5 East Wall Street, Norwalk, CT 06851 • 203.847.7291
• The only funeral home in Fairfield County that owns and operates a crematory • Video tributes• Completely renovated facility • Newly expanded off-street parking
Thomas A. Cicalese - Nicholas F. Cognetta, Jr., Owners • John S. Lesko, Manager • www.norwalkfh.com
A-1 Electric Co.Since 1966
J. George Uzwiak, Parishioner203-866-4891 Member K of C
STEVE’S FUEL OIL, INC.Central Heating & Air Conditioning 866-9163
Serving Your Community for Over 70 Years • Owned & Operated by Roy & Joe Rumore
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Magner Funeral HomeFamily Owned & Operated
Since 1912
12 Mott Ave., Norwalk203-866-5553
www.magnerfuneralhome.com• Michael Magner • Jay Magner• Melissa Heaphy • Salvatore Spadaccino
• William Tiani
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SANTO A. DELALLO D.M.D.Family Dentist
KATHRYN M. DELALLO R.D.H.Dental Hygienist
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Serving the Church since 1918Bioheat Heating Fuel
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ACCURATE AUTO REPAIRVincent & Cosmo Scicchitano
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