August 28 2016 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

daggerMasses and Intentionsdagger Sat Confession 330 ndash 400 pm Sat Aug 27 430 pm Mass at St Philip dagger George Ference by Bill amp Marie Guiles

Sun Aug 28 900 am Mass at St Jude dagger John Hlobik 4th Anniversary by the Family Sun Aug 28 1100 am Mass at St Philip dagger Joseph amp Anna Bartok by Their Family

No Masses Monday and Tuesday Wed Aug 31 800 am Mass at St Jude For the sick of Both of Our Parishes

Thur Sep 1 800 am Mass at St Jude dagger For the Deceased of Both Parishes Thur Sep 1 600 pm Mass at St Philip For our Parishes

Fri Sep 2 800 am Mass at St Philip

Adoration following Mass Divine Mercy Chaplet at 150 pm Benediction 200 pm

Sat Confession 330 ndash 400 pm Sat Sep 3 430 pm Mass at St Philip dagger George Ference by St Philiprsquos Choir

Sun Sep 4 900 am Mass at St Jude Sun Sep 4 1100 am Mass at St Philip

OUR OFFERING OF THANKS TO GOD LAST WEEK

St Philip Weekly Offering $257300

St Philip Maintenance amp Fuel Fund $105400

St Philip Additional Assumption $ 6200

St Jude Weekly Offering $136800

St Jude Maintenance amp Fuel Fund $ 46700

St Jude Additional Assumption $ 4900

ATTENDANCE LAST WEEKEND

Saturday 430 pm St Philip 082016 82

Sunday 900 am St Jude 082116 129

Sunday 1100 am St Philip 082116 126 Total 337

St Philip and St Jude Parishes are greatly blessed through your regular giving May God Bless each of you Father Greg

Stewardship ldquoRather when you hold a banquet invite the poor the crippled the lame the blind blessed indeed will you be because of their inability to repay you LUKE 1413 -14 We have a difficult time with the concept of giving without expecting some return ndash a raffle ticket a dinner or a chance to play golf As Christian stewards we need to remember that the true reward awaits us in heaven

Saints Philip amp Jude EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS TO THE HOMEBOUND Please pick up your booklets Communion of the Sick in the sacristy for use when visiting our homebound parishioners

PRAYER LIST Gus Aiello Lynne Allevo Karen Bergeron John B Robert Blain Kenny Botting Roland Cloutier Carol Davidge Raymond DeLorme Elaine Fisher Rita

Fogarty Vivian G Jackie Goble Lisa Gorman Phillip Gratton Gina H James H Jimmy Harrison Holly Michael King Judd Kosakowski Mary S Lirot Pat Lockey Mary Manning Charlotte Grace McCutcheon Sandy Mullarkey Pauline Mumford George Nagy Vincent Ouellette Leo Passardi Mary Piacentini Normand Ravenelle Victoria amp Richard Santi Marge Servedio Carolyn Tanajes George Tomecko Tom Woodcock Please help keep our list up-to-date

SAVE THE DATE Please prayerfully consider attending the special Divine Mercy presentation at St Philip on Sun Sept 25th at 3 pm Please SIGN UP on sheets at entrances of both churches so we will have an idea of attendees

SPECIAL NOTE TO PARENTS Open the CCD year in a special way by honoring Jesus in His image of Divine Mercy Bring your child (children) to the 930 am youth presentation at St Philiprsquos on Sunday September 25 Please SIGN UP on sheets at entrances of both churches Reverse side of flyer has the Divine Mercy image which your child may colordecorate and display on bulletin boards available at both churches

CCD REGISTRATION for both churches will continue until classes begin (Sept 18th for St Philip and Sept 21st for St Jude) Please pick up a registration form in the vestibule and if there is no one at the table return it next week The fee is $50 per family If this is a hardship for your family please speak to Father Greg or the DRE There are two attachments for parents a Safe Environments sheet and an informational sheet on the Divine Mercy presentation Retain these for your reference Confirmation meeting time will remain the same as last year Thurs 7 pm in St Philiprsquos Parish Center

WOMENrsquoS BIBLE STUDY begins Tues Sept 6th at 10am in St Philiprsquos Rectory We will review the 1st chapter of Mercy a Bible Study Guide for Catholics Please join us

Congratulations Amelia Grace Lawhon baptized at St Philip on Aug 20 2016 Parents Brandon and Victoria (Godlewsky) Lawhon Godparents Joseph Godlewsky and Amanda Plourde

OFFICE HOURS as of Sept 1st will remain the same (Monday-Friday 930 am ndash 230 pm) except there will now be a lunch break from 1200 to 1230 Please be aware of this change and note that the office will be closed at that time

Coming - September 17 2016 Italian Dinner in St Philip Parish Center Fundraiser for St Jude from Salad to Dessert Tickets available now

DIVINE MERCY MEDITATIONS O my Jesus You are the life of my life You know only too well that I long for nothing but the glory of Your Name and that souls come to know Your goodness Why do souls avoid You Jesus ndash I donrsquot understand that Oh if I could only cut my heart into tiny pieces and in this way offer to You O Jesus each piece as a heart whole and entire to make up in part for the hearts that do not love You I love You Jesus with every drop of my blood and I would gladly shed my blood for You to give You a proof of the sincerity of my love O God the more I know You the less I can comprehend You but this ldquonon-comprehensionrdquo lets me realize how great You are (Diary of Sr Faustina 57)

Jesus I trust in you Jezu ufam Tobie

Do you want to experience a trip of a lifetime Here is your chance St Marys Haitian Ministry emersion trip to

Haiti Jan 10th -17th 2017 You will experience the love joy and faith of our brothers and sisters in Haiti You will see how they struggle in a third world country and visit many programs that the Diocese of Norwich supports Trips to an orphanage feeding programs and twin parishes and schools are included There will be an outing to the beautiful beaches as well This trip will touch your heart and soul For more information please contact Denise Pillion 860-617-3642 denisepillionsbcglobalnet

CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL COLLECTION

in-pew collection is Sept 17th and 18th throughout the Diocese Donation envelopes will be available in church Appropriately titled Faith for the Future the collection recognizes that our futures truly do belong to the children we are educating in our schools today Our 12 Diocesan elementary schools offer families a safe and nurturing environment in which to entrust their childrenrsquos academic social and moral growth preparing them to become the future leaders of our church and communities Please be generous in your support Your contribution will help provide a Christ-centered and academically excellent Catholic education

NATIONAL COMBINED COLLECTION ndash supports Catholic Communications Campaign Annual Appeal for the Holy Father Retirement Fund for Religious and Catholic University of America Your donation provides the Holy Father with the funds he needs to carry out his charitable works around the world helps provide prescription medications nursing care and more for over 33000 elderly religious and allows a countless number of students to experience an education grounded in Catholic tradition The communications campaign of which half the proceeds stay in our Diocese helps enrich our faith through Internet television radio and print media Registered parishioners will receive a mailing with more info Please read the material and if you are so inclined please bring your gift envelope to Mass next weekend Sept 34 2016 (Gift envelopes and an informational brochure are also available at the church) Your support of these needs of the Universal Church will truly make a difference Please be as generous as your means allow

ASHFORD TOWN FAMILY DAY is coming up on Sunday September 18th from 1 - 4 pm There is an informational sheet in the office Please contact the office if you would like to set up a table and represent St Philip Church

Eucharistic Adoration Please consider volunteering for an adoration hour after Mass on Fridays at St Philip 9am to 2pm or to be a substitute when necessary Sign-up sheet

in vestibule

2016 CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR There are only 5 vendor spaces left for the Craft Fair Apply now to reserve your spot

Calling all women of our parishes because we need to revive the LADIES GROUP If youve thought about becoming more involved in the life of the church maybe now is the time We are looking for women of all ages and abilities we are looking for you Everyone has a place here Your opinions and suggestions are welcome The group would meet once a month to brainstorm and plan fundraisers and assist Father Greg where needed Please fill out the form below

Please count me in

I would love to take part in planning a new Ladies

Group for our parish

Name___________________________

Phone___________________________

Email____________________________

Please place into the Collection Basket Thank you

OFFICE HOURS as of Sept 1st will remain the same (Monday-Friday 930 am ndash 230 pm) except there will now be a lunch break from 1200 to 1230 Please be aware of this change and note that the office will be closed at that time

Coming - September 17 2016 Italian Dinner in St Philip Parish Center Fundraiser for St Jude from Salad to Dessert Tickets available now

DIVINE MERCY MEDITATIONS O my Jesus You are the life of my life You know only too well that I long for nothing but the glory of Your Name and that souls come to know Your goodness Why do souls avoid You Jesus ndash I donrsquot understand that Oh if I could only cut my heart into tiny pieces and in this way offer to You O Jesus each piece as a heart whole and entire to make up in part for the hearts that do not love You I love You Jesus with every drop of my blood and I would gladly shed my blood for You to give You a proof of the sincerity of my love O God the more I know You the less I can comprehend You but this ldquonon-comprehensionrdquo lets me realize how great You are (Diary of Sr Faustina 57)

Jesus I trust in you Jezu ufam Tobie

Do you want to experience a trip of a lifetime Here is your chance St Marys Haitian Ministry emersion trip to

Haiti Jan 10th -17th 2017 You will experience the love joy and faith of our brothers and sisters in Haiti You will see how they struggle in a third world country and visit many programs that the Diocese of Norwich supports Trips to an orphanage feeding programs and twin parishes and schools are included There will be an outing to the beautiful beaches as well This trip will touch your heart and soul For more information please contact Denise Pillion 860-617-3642 denisepillionsbcglobalnet

CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL COLLECTION

in-pew collection is Sept 17th and 18th throughout the Diocese Donation envelopes will be available in church Appropriately titled Faith for the Future the collection recognizes that our futures truly do belong to the children we are educating in our schools today Our 12 Diocesan elementary schools offer families a safe and nurturing environment in which to entrust their childrenrsquos academic social and moral growth preparing them to become the future leaders of our church and communities Please be generous in your support Your contribution will help provide a Christ-centered and academically excellent Catholic education

NATIONAL COMBINED COLLECTION ndash supports Catholic Communications Campaign Annual Appeal for the Holy Father Retirement Fund for Religious and Catholic University of America Your donation provides the Holy Father with the funds he needs to carry out his charitable works around the world helps provide prescription medications nursing care and more for over 33000 elderly religious and allows a countless number of students to experience an education grounded in Catholic tradition The communications campaign of which half the proceeds stay in our Diocese helps enrich our faith through Internet television radio and print media Registered parishioners will receive a mailing with more info Please read the material and if you are so inclined please bring your gift envelope to Mass next weekend Sept 34 2016 (Gift envelopes and an informational brochure are also available at the church) Your support of these needs of the Universal Church will truly make a difference Please be as generous as your means allow

ASHFORD TOWN FAMILY DAY is coming up on Sunday September 18th from 1 - 4 pm There is an informational sheet in the office Please contact the office if you would like to set up a table and represent St Philip Church

Eucharistic Adoration Please consider volunteering for an adoration hour after Mass on Fridays at St Philip 9am to 2pm or to be a substitute when necessary Sign-up sheet

in vestibule

2016 CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR There are only 5 vendor spaces left for the Craft Fair Apply now to reserve your spot

Calling all women of our parishes because we need to revive the LADIES GROUP If youve thought about becoming more involved in the life of the church maybe now is the time We are looking for women of all ages and abilities we are looking for you Everyone has a place here Your opinions and suggestions are welcome The group would meet once a month to brainstorm and plan fundraisers and assist Father Greg where needed Please fill out the form below

Please count me in

I would love to take part in planning a new Ladies

Group for our parish

Name___________________________

Phone___________________________

Email____________________________

Please place into the Collection Basket Thank you

SECOND SATURDAY FILMS PRESENTS

THE LETTERS Come celebrate the canonization of Mother Teresa with us Witness the true meaning of love inhellip THE LETTERS Nobel Peace Prize recipient Mother Teresa brought worldwide attention to human suffering around the globe through her service to the ldquopoorest of the poorrdquo on the streets of Calcutta India Embark on a journey to discover her path as told for the first time through her personal letters Through her words we can aspire to be as Mother Teresa said ldquoa pencil in Godrsquos handrdquo ndash an instrument for good

YOU CAN VIEW THE TRAILER AT

WWWJOURNEYFORLIFEORG AND CLICKING ON lsquoSECOND SATURDAY FILMSrsquo

THE MOVIE WILL BE SHOWN SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 10TH AT 630 PM AT OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP CHURCH 63 OLD NORWICH RD QUAKER HILL CT

ADMISSION IS FREE (donations accepted)hellipPIZZA POPCORN AND DRINKS WILL BE SERVEDhellipPLEASE RESERVE YOUR SEATS BY EMAILING brianjourneyforlifeorg or

CALLING BRIAN JOHNSON AT (860) 961-7609 YOU CAN ALSO lsquoLIKErsquo US ON FACEBOOK AT WWWFACEBOOKCOMSECONDSATURDAYFILMS

CELEBRATE MARRIAGE ndash Marriage Enrichment ndash There are just 2 weeks to sign up for a day-long seminar on Sat Sept 17 9 am - 3 pm at St Thomas Aquinas Parish 46 No Eagleville Rd Storrs CT on the University of Connecticut Campus Come refresh your marriage Take time to just be a couple without all the distractions of your busy lives Learn from other couples how to make your marriage and family shine The cost is $30 couple which includes workbook and lunch Registration is required To register call the Diocesan Catholic Family Services Office at 860-848-2237 Ext 306

St Edmunds Retreat on Enders Island Mystic CT A Day of Recollection with Deacon Art Miller Topic No Growth Without Change Wed Sept 7 2016 10 am until 330 pm $50person Includes 2 conferences reconciliation Mass and a delicious hot served lunch Register 860-536-0565

PRAY FOR OUR PRIESTS If you would like to pray for our priests daily please pick up a packet on the table on your way out of church

St Mary - St Joseph School 35 Valley Street Willimantic is registering for the 2016-2017 school year Pre-K (ages 3 amp 4) through grade 8 school accredited by the New England Association of Schools amp Colleges and the State of CT Before and after school childcare is available and after school clubs and activities for students of all ages This Faith Community is a dynamic place where faith and knowledge meet Please call the School Secretary Mrs Evelyn Denis at 860-423-8479 with questions or to meet with the Principal Miss Abby L Demars and tour the school

GIFT CARDS ARE NEEDED Please consider donating a Gas Card from Cumberland Farms or a card from Walmart for requests that come from the needy in our community A card from Walmart can be used for food as well as other necessities Put them in an envelope marked office and place them in the collection basket Thank you

Administrative Assistant part-time (25 Hrsweek) position is available at the Office of Faith Events Diocese of Norwich Major responsibilities include assisting with clerical work and preparing for diocesan events For qualifications and job description email faitheventsnorwichdiocesenet Application with resume is due by Sept 6 2016

ELECTRICIAN NEEDED We are so grateful for our parishioner who has agreed to help with the plumbing for our parishes We are now in need of an electrician to call when needed Please speak with Father Greg or call the office if you are available

Wersquore celebrating St Edward School in Stafford Springs was awarded ldquoBest Private Elementary Schoolrdquo by the North Central News Readers Itrsquos not too late to be part of our amazing educational family At St Edward School we recognize the difficulties that children face today Our Whole Child Academy provides children with the best possible environment - truly an extension of your own family - fostering a strong basis in faith to help guide and protect through the storms of life an understanding of how we learn as individuals to help promote optimal academic success and assurance that each is loved as a unique and special child of God Please call the school office at (860) 684-2600 Wed love to share with you all that is awaiting your child and help make this amazing experience possible Financial assistance is available WELCOME TO OUR SUMMER VISITORS

We at St Jude and St Philip are delighted that you have decided to make our church

your home away from home Please introduce yourself to Father Greg and let us know if there is anything you need while you are here and we will do our best to assist you St Edward School in Stafford Springs is looking for a Pre-K teacher for 3 amp 4-year-old classes Early childhood experience preferred CT certification or working toward certification required For info contact MaryAnne Pelletier Principal at 860-684-2600 or via e-mail at stedwardsschoolsnetnet

DIVORCED SEPARATED AND WIDOWED MEN AND WOMEN of all ages are encouraged to attend a Beginning Experiencereg weekend designed for those who wish to resolve the pain and grief of losing the marriage relationship and create a more peace-filled future The Beginning Experiencereg Weekend will be held Friday evening Sept 30 ndash Oct 2 concluding with Mass at the Archdiocesan Conference Center at St Thomas Seminary in Bloomfield $235person includes the program and materials all meals on Saturday and Sunday and two nights stay as well as a follow-up event For info and an application for yourself or for a friend call Victoria at 860-993-7866 Or go to wwwbeginningexperienceorgconnecticut Beginning Experiencereg is endorsed by the Archdiocesan Family Life Office

WHEN PLANNING YOUR ESTATE Please consider putting St Philip or St Jude in your will as a way to be remembered while supporting the ongoing needs of the parish Memorial Donation forms are on the parish website

CELEBRATE MARRIAGE ndash Marriage Enrichment ndash There are just 2 weeks to sign up for a day-long seminar on Sat Sept 17 9 am - 3 pm at St Thomas Aquinas Parish 46 No Eagleville Rd Storrs CT on the University of Connecticut Campus Come refresh your marriage Take time to just be a couple without all the distractions of your busy lives Learn from other couples how to make your marriage and family shine The cost is $30 couple which includes workbook and lunch Registration is required To register call the Diocesan Catholic Family Services Office at 860-848-2237 Ext 306

St Edmunds Retreat on Enders Island Mystic CT A Day of Recollection with Deacon Art Miller Topic No Growth Without Change Wed Sept 7 2016 10 am until 330 pm $50person Includes 2 conferences reconciliation Mass and a delicious hot served lunch Register 860-536-0565

PRAY FOR OUR PRIESTS If you would like to pray for our priests daily please pick up a packet on the table on your way out of church

St Mary - St Joseph School 35 Valley Street Willimantic is registering for the 2016-2017 school year Pre-K (ages 3 amp 4) through grade 8 school accredited by the New England Association of Schools amp Colleges and the State of CT Before and after school childcare is available and after school clubs and activities for students of all ages This Faith Community is a dynamic place where faith and knowledge meet Please call the School Secretary Mrs Evelyn Denis at 860-423-8479 with questions or to meet with the Principal Miss Abby L Demars and tour the school

GIFT CARDS ARE NEEDED Please consider donating a Gas Card from Cumberland Farms or a card from Walmart for requests that come from the needy in our community A card from Walmart can be used for food as well as other necessities Put them in an envelope marked office and place them in the collection basket Thank you

Administrative Assistant part-time (25 Hrsweek) position is available at the Office of Faith Events Diocese of Norwich Major responsibilities include assisting with clerical work and preparing for diocesan events For qualifications and job description email faitheventsnorwichdiocesenet Application with resume is due by Sept 6 2016

ELECTRICIAN NEEDED We are so grateful for our parishioner who has agreed to help with the plumbing for our parishes We are now in need of an electrician to call when needed Please speak with Father Greg or call the office if you are available

Wersquore celebrating St Edward School in Stafford Springs was awarded ldquoBest Private Elementary Schoolrdquo by the North Central News Readers Itrsquos not too late to be part of our amazing educational family At St Edward School we recognize the difficulties that children face today Our Whole Child Academy provides children with the best possible environment - truly an extension of your own family - fostering a strong basis in faith to help guide and protect through the storms of life an understanding of how we learn as individuals to help promote optimal academic success and assurance that each is loved as a unique and special child of God Please call the school office at (860) 684-2600 Wed love to share with you all that is awaiting your child and help make this amazing experience possible Financial assistance is available WELCOME TO OUR SUMMER VISITORS

We at St Jude and St Philip are delighted that you have decided to make our church

your home away from home Please introduce yourself to Father Greg and let us know if there is anything you need while you are here and we will do our best to assist you St Edward School in Stafford Springs is looking for a Pre-K teacher for 3 amp 4-year-old classes Early childhood experience preferred CT certification or working toward certification required For info contact MaryAnne Pelletier Principal at 860-684-2600 or via e-mail at stedwardsschoolsnetnet

DIVORCED SEPARATED AND WIDOWED MEN AND WOMEN of all ages are encouraged to attend a Beginning Experiencereg weekend designed for those who wish to resolve the pain and grief of losing the marriage relationship and create a more peace-filled future The Beginning Experiencereg Weekend will be held Friday evening Sept 30 ndash Oct 2 concluding with Mass at the Archdiocesan Conference Center at St Thomas Seminary in Bloomfield $235person includes the program and materials all meals on Saturday and Sunday and two nights stay as well as a follow-up event For info and an application for yourself or for a friend call Victoria at 860-993-7866 Or go to wwwbeginningexperienceorgconnecticut Beginning Experiencereg is endorsed by the Archdiocesan Family Life Office

WHEN PLANNING YOUR ESTATE Please consider putting St Philip or St Jude in your will as a way to be remembered while supporting the ongoing needs of the parish Memorial Donation forms are on the parish website

ST MARY - ST JOSEPH SCHOOL EMPLOYMENT OPENINGS Middle School Math Teacher (part-time) Middle School Science Teacher (part-time) Please send your resume cover letter and

appropriate certification paperwork to Miss Abby L Demars Principal St Mary - St Joseph School 35 Valley St Willimantic CT 06226 demarsasmsjschoolorg

ANNUAL DIOCESAN MASS OF REMEMBRANCE in memory of children who have died from stillbirths miscarriages or abortions whether recently or years ago will take place Tue Sept 20 at 6 PM at the Cathedral of St Patrick in Norwich Bishop Michael Cote will be the main celebrant This is an opportunity for families to recognize the gift of life and the loss of the life of their children Light refreshments will be served following the Mass Call Catholic Family Serv Office 860-848-2237 x306 Philip Cemetery Sexton Volunteer position involves maintaining and coordinating records with the Town of Ashford rules and regulations for burials headstone and military markers flowers and shrubs communication with families Funeral Homes Monument companies and Hipsky Construction Company There have been between 4 and 18 burials per year

SAVE THE DATE ndash All couples married 25 amp 50 years or celebrating any significant anniversary year are invited to attend a Silver and Gold Jubilee Anniversary Mass at the Cathedral of St Patrick in Norwich on Sunday October 23 at 2 PM Come and renew your wedding vows in a Pontifical Mass celebrated by Bishop Michael R Cote Family and friends are invited to share in this special testimony and witness to love and marriage Light refreshments will be served following the Mass in the Cathedral Hall Register through your parish For more information call the Catholic Family Services Office at 860-848-2237 Ext 306

A NOTE ABOUT PARISH REGISTRATION If you regularly worship with us we invite you to register with St Philip or St Jude parish This allows us to provide accurate census data to the diocese Registration forms are in the vestibule Please return them to the office Thank you HOSPITAL AND NURSING HOME VISITS If your loved one is ill at Home hospitalized or in a nursing home and would like Father Greg to visit them please call the office or Father Please provide their name address phone and room

SUMMER READING Check out the libraries set up at the entrances of both churches for the Year of Mercy Diary of Sr Faustina

Consoling the Heart of Jesus Secrets of Divine Mercy ndash book or CD Healing Power of Confession ndash CD Mercy amp Hope Way of Divine Love and lots of others

MASS INTENTION ENVELOPES To make it easy to order a Mass for your deceased loved ones or for any occasion like an anniversary birthday etc please pick up a Mass Intention envelope in the vestibule at St Philips or next to the bulletins on the table at St Judersquos You can fill it out and place it in the collection basket Weekend and Holy Day Masses are $20 weekdays $15

NEW ADDRESS OR PHONE NUMBER Are you Moving Out of the Area and no Longer Using Envelopes Please inform the office of any changes in your membership or envelope status If you or a loved one is planning a move to a nursing home or out of the area and will no longer be a member of St Philip or St Jude parishes please let the office know If financial circumstances change and envelopes will no longer be used please inform the office Also please notify the office of a new address or phone number if you are moving but will remain a parishioner here This will allow us to keep our records accurate and up to date Thank you

The candle before the image of Divine Mercy in the side shrine at St Philiprsquos is available for your intentions Contact the office

REMEMBER THE NEEDY IN OUR COMMUNITY Food is collected all year not just at the holidays Please bring non-perishable foods to the church or office No opened or out-of-date food please

The ASHFORD FOOD BANK distribution is usually the 4th Friday from 7-9 am at the Living Proof Church of Ashford

The WILLINGTON FOOD PANTRY is open weekly Mon 4-6 pm Wed amp Fri 10-Noon Patrons must be Willington residents and be screened by the social worker Folks can come once monthly (on the day of their choice) to select shelf-stable food for their household Office hours Mon 12-730 pm Tues-Fri 9 am ndash 2 pm To apply contact Dir Youth Family amp Social Serv Town of Willington 40 Old Farms Rd Willington CT 06279 Phone 860-487-3118 FAX 860-487-3125 Email wyfsswillingtonctorg

GIFT CARDS ARE NEEDED Please consider donating gas cards from Cumberland Farms and food cards from Big Y for requests that come from the needy in our community Put them in an envelope marked office and place them in the collection basket Thank you

Love one another as I have loved you As you do unto the least of your brothers you do unto me Familiar words ndash How can we put them into action

Ministering to the sick and elderly is a good beginning St Josephrsquos Living

Center The ONLY Catholic healthcare facility in the Norwich Diocese is seeking volunteers to join our chapel team assisting during 11 am daily Mass We also need volunteers to join our Vigil Team as we support our residents on their journey to eternal rest If you hear God calling please call Tracey Megson at 860-465-1107 ext 124

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS COATBLANKET DRIVE We will collect your used adult and childrenrsquos coats and blankets in Sept amp Oct for the Needy in the Northeast CT region

Thank you Clay Wright Grand Knight

ALTAR SERVERS NEEDED St Philip needs Altar Servers for both Masses Please consider being trained as an Altar Server

Do you or someone you know need a Prayer Shawl Contact Carolann Hernberg 860- 487-0449 chernberg01snetnet

RELIGIOUS FREEDOM Those who say that the Catholic Church is discriminating against poor women by opposing the health care mandate are completely misinformed The Catholic Church is against requirements contained in the mandate that would force them to pay for surgical procedures such as sterilization abortion-inducing drugs and contraception that go against our moral convictions and therefore impede religious freedom If you havenrsquot done so already please voice your opposition to the abortion and contraception mandate by calling President Obama at the White House at 202-456-1111 or US Secretary of Health and Human Services Sylvia Mathews Burwell at 202-205-5445 You may clarify that the mandate is in violation of our First Amendment right to religious freedom at wwwwhitehousegovcontact

SHOW YOUR SUPPORT FOR LIFE ldquoChoose Liferdquo License Plates with smiling faces are promoting adoptions and traveling everywhere

as a witness to Life and Love Give a gift that keeps on giving itrsquos so easy Go to wwwfund-adoptionorg for info

or to download an application form This helps fund agencies such as Catholic Charities

LIGHTHOUSE CATHOLIC CDS There are CDs with orthodox Catholic teaching and some excellent testimonies of individuals and their faith walk Thank you for all your

donations They help to keep the program going If you have questions or requests contact Donna Vertefeuille at 860-429-4508 or email donnavertefeuilleorg

PRAY FOR OUR SEMINARIANSPOSTULANTS Take a Post Card from the vestibule for any or all of our seminarianspostulants Pray write a brief note if you choose and drop it in the mail Let your future priestssisters know you are supporting them and ask them to pray for you May God continue to send us shepherds after his own heart

If you need a Gluten-free host please request one during communion RESTROOMS AT ST PHILIP CHURCH are locked when officechurch is closed for security We are sorry for any inconvenience Thank you

Norwich Diocese Teacher Vacancies All teaching positions have been filled except for Middle School Math Teacher ~ part time Middle School Science Teacher St Mary -St Joseph School Willimantic CT To apply for the 2016-2017 school year the start date is August 2016 send a cover letter current resume names of three references and certification information to Superintendentdsonorwichdiocesenet or Mr Henry Fiore Superintendent of Schools Diocesan School Office 43 Perkins Avenue Norwich CT 06360

MASS OF HEALING AND INDIVIDUAL PRAYER at Spiritual Renewal Center 11 Bath St Norwich CT on Mondays Sept 12th amp 26th at 2 PM Fr Ray is the Celebrant healing prayer by Judith 860-887-0702 CHARISMATIC PRAISE PRAYER AND WORSHIP every Tues at 2 PM at Spiritual Renewal Center Prayer Praise and Worship the Lord Jesus 7 Week Life in the Spirit Seminar DVD Series Wednesdays August 24th- October 5th 2016 Two Sessions each Wednesday 200 to 330PM and 700 to 830PM Spiritual Renewal Center 11 Bath Street Norwich CT (860-887-0702) Mass of Healing and Hope at St John Chapel Middletown Thursday September 8th at 7pm Sponsored by Circle of Love Prayer Community Individual Prayer is offered by Fr Ray and Judith All are welcomed

St Bernard School Uncasville CT (Grades 6-12) (860) 848-1271 wwwsaint-bernardcom Come visit We emphasize developing the mind body and spirit constantly assessing what will have the greatest impact on the lives of our students In a school where it is as important to be kind as to be a scholar or an athlete confidence grows and lifelong success follows No student is left behind Expanded transportation routes and Financial Aid available

Marriage Encounter Weekend ~ Give your marriage a spiritual boost Come back refreshed and full of energy Learn to enjoy life with a new closeness to each other and with God Email meweekendgmailcom Website wwwwwmeorg

RACHELrsquoS VINEYARD RETREAT WEEKENDS If you are silently grieving or suffering from an abortion experience the healing love of Jesus Christ

on a Rachelrsquos Vineyard Retreat or visit the national

website at wwwrachelsvineyardorg ldquoPROJECT RACHELrdquo is our Diocesan ministry for anyone seeking healing and forgiveness Priests in the Project Rachel ministry are there for you with Godrsquos Grace and Mercy Call 860-848-2237 ext 306 All inquiries are confidential

RETROUVAILLE OF CT If your marriage has become troubled stressed unloving or uncaring if you are divorced or separated but want to try again the Retrouvaille program can provide tools to communicate better resolve conflicts fairly and re-discover why you fell in love Visit the Website at wwwretrouvailleorg For info call 1-800-470-2230 email 3001retrouvailleorg or go to our website wwwhelpourmarriagecom

Natural Family Planning Classes ~ For Married and Engaged (NFP) is the safe and loving alternative to the chemical and synthetic hormonal side-effects of contraception and birth control NFP is scientific and 99 effective for conceiving or responsibly postponing your baby Home Study and online classes in English and Spanish are available Classes are ongoing in our diocese wwwccliorg

INTERESTED IN LEARNING ABOUT ADOPTION Catholic Charities provides services infant adoption placements domestic and international home studies and adoption searches 860-889-8346 ext 282 or susansedenskyccfsnorg Monthly meetings for couples waiting to adopt or to learn about adoption and weekly Birth Mother Support Group every Tues 930am at Catholic Charities 331 Main St Norwich For info 860-889-8346 x 282 PARENTS DIVORCING ANDOR RESOLVING CHILD CUSTODY ISSUES ndash participate in the court suggested Parent Education Program Are you concerned about the effects of divorce separation or family disruption on your children Catholic Charities offers ongoing monthly one day Parenting Education Classes in Norwich Rockville and Middletown A monthly 2- part Spanishbilingual parenting education class is held in Willimantic Attendance at both sessions in the Willimantic class is required for the certificate of completion Fees apply and are determined by the State of CT Please call 1-860-889-8346 ext 260 for registration and monthly class locations and dates

Marriage Preparation Classes for Engaged Couples For info or to register call Catholic Family Services Office at 860-848-2237 ext 306

Home Buyers and Foreclosure Prevention Classes For help with purchasing a home behind on mortgage payments or help budgeting or filling out applications for EMAP All services are provided free at Catholic Charities a HUD approved Counseling Agency The Free ongoing Foreclosure Prevention and 8-hr Home Buyers Education Classes are offered by Catholic Charities in Norwich New London and Plainfield locations Info 860-889-8346 ext 271 Pregnant Need help CATHOLIC CHARITIES Pregnancy and Adoption Programs provide concrete help amp answers Call 1-800- BABYDUE even if you simply want to talk

Seeking Vendors for St Joseph Living Centerrsquos Annual Outdoor Fall Festival Sat Oct 15 2016 from 10 to 2 14 Club Road in Windham Crafts Art Work Plants Home Goods Your Home Business Tag Sale Jewelry Wood Working Fabrics and so on We are taking applications for vendors Call the Recreation Department for an application 860- 456-1107 ext 123 or 124 Leave your name address and telephone number

TheCatholicTourCom offers pilgrimages to many Catholic Shrines throughout the world A 7-day Pilgrimage to Fatima Portugal will be offered Nov 14-20 2016 from 3 airline Gateways of Newark NJ New York JFK and Boston MA The all-inclusive price of $159900 includes airfare 4-star hotel 2 meals per day tour guide deluxe bus and more Price is the same from all 3 airports and we can assist you in securing airline flights from your home city to one of the 3 Gateways listed above Brochures and reservation forms are available at the Catholic Tour 1-877-627-4268 toll free or email jimadairthecatholictourcom THE MONTHLY DIOCESAN PRO-LIFE MASS will take place at the Cathedral of St Patrick in Norwich on Saturday September 3 at 830 AM Please join us and our celebrant Rev Brian Romanowski at Mass as we pray to end abortion and for the healing for those who have had an abortion Then a light brunch will be served and two speakers (10 am-12 noon) will discuss Politics and Abortion Single Issue Voting Free will offering For more information please go to wwwfacebookcomCTR2LEastCT or email BJDalyaolcom or call 860-861-1895

ATTENTION ALL GOLFERS Catholic Charities 11th Annual Golf Tournament will be held on Wednesday September 21st at the Fox Hopyard Golf Club in East Haddam CT Entry fee of $17500 includes green fees cart lunch dinner and awards Registration begins at 1030 AM Lunch at 1130 AM Shotgun Start at 100 PM and Dinner and Awards at 600 PM Sponsorships are available Funds raised at the tournament help support all Catholic Charitiesrsquo programs providing help to those most in need throughout Eastern CT For more information contact Christine Jackel Development Coordinator via e-mail cjackelnorwichdiocesenet or by phone 860-886-1928 x12

On Saturday October 8th the Cathedral of St Patrick will host a day with Dr Edward Sri from 930 am until 330 pm Dr Sri is a theologian and author that regularly appears on EWTN Tickets are $20adults $10students and religious are free with advanced registration Lunch is included For more information or for clergyreligious to advance register please go to httpbitdoDr-Edward-Sri or email BJDalyaolcom or call 860-861-1895 Thank you MATTIES TOGS THRIFT SHOP St Matthew Church Tolland CT The Summer and Winter rooms are restocked We always have our $5 Bag Sale There is a rack of NEW ITEMS still tagged Specialty items like Baptismal outfits First CommunionFlower Girl dresses Halloween outfits snow suits jackets and pants can be found year round Our sizes range from Preemie to 16 Youth and up We have lots of shoes for $ 1 each We are located on the Dunn Hill side of the Church and open Saturdays 9-1 Call Billie at 860-871-0260

UPCOMING WORKSHOP

For New Lectors and Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion

Sat Oct 1 2016 930 AM to 1230 PM St Columba Parish Hall

Junctions of Rtes 66 and 87 in Columbia CT 06237 Register by September 23 at worshipnorwichdiocesenet

Or call 860-848-2237x203 Fee $10

For more information see flyer at wwwnorwichdioceseorg

UPCOMING WORKSHOP

For those who Bring Holy Communion to the Sick and Homebound

Sat Oct 29 2016 930 AM to 1230 PM St Columba Parish Hall

Junctions of Rtes 66 and 87 in Columbia CT 06237 Register by October 14 at

worshipnorwichdiocesenet Or call 860-848-2237x203

Fee $20 (includes Ritual Book) For more information see flyer at wwwnorwichdioceseorg

Blue Mass Steak Dinner Fundraiser Friday September 9 2016

East Great Plain Fire Department 488 New London Tpke Norwich CT

530 pm ndash 730 pm SteakndashBaked PotatondashSaladndashBreadampButterndashSodaWater

$2000 Adults $1000 Children 12 and under The Blue Mass is celebrated at the Cathedral on September 25 2016 1015 am for all law enforcement personnel and their families

This fundraiser helps to defray expenses associated with the Annual Blue Mass honoring law enforcement personnel For more information or tickets please call Monsignor Brown at 860-887-9294 ext 232 or Ms Becky Cady 860-887-9294 ext 235

Twenty-sixth Annual Blue Mass For All Law Enforcement Officers Sunday September 25 2016 at 1015 am

All law enforcement officers (federal state and municipal active and retired) and their families are invited to the Twenty-fifth Annual Blue Mass and Reception Sunday September 20 2015 in the Cathedral of Saint Patrick 1015 am All parishioners are cordially invited to attend this Mass Bishop Cote the Bishop of Norwich will celebrate the Mass and Deacon Clifford Thermer of Saint Brigid and Saint Helena Parishes in West Hartford Connecticut in the Archdiocese of Hartford will serve as the homilist will deliver the homily

Norwich Police Chief Louis J Fusaro Sr (Ret) and Groton Town Police Chief Louis J Fusaro Jr are the Blue Mass Co-Chairs For more information please call Chief Louis Fusaro Chief LJ Fusaro or Monsignor Brown at 860-887-9294 ext 232 NEW WAY TO HELP OUR PARISH Use your IRA to support our Parish the Diocese or your favorite Diocesan Ministry If you are 70 frac12 years old you can now make a direct transfer of up to $100000 from your IRA to a qualified charity such as our Parish without having to pay income taxes on the money The law allowing this was made permanent by President Obama when he signed the PATH Act last December If you are interested in making such a gift please contact Mary Ellen Mahoney Development Manager- Major Gifts at memahoneynorwichdiocesenet or (860) 886-1928 ext 14 for more information

The Quiet Corner Chapter of the Disabled American Vets Are you a veteran who is either combat or has a service related disability and have filed or need assistance with filing for

Veterans Administration Benefits Are you interested in learning more We are looking for you Contact

Rocky Daigle 860 ndash 918-0532 Barry Bernier 860 ndash 830-5443

Mark Rivard 860 ndash 933 ndash 6877 or mlrivardcharternet The mission of the Disabled American Veterans is dedicated to a single purpose empowering Veterans to led high quality lives with respect and dignity We accomplish this by making sure Veterans and their families can access the full range of benefits

available to them fighting for interest of Americas injured heroes on Capitol Hill and educating the public about the great sacrifices and needs of veterans back to civilian life