May 20, 2018 ~ PENTECOST SUNDAY Scripture Meditation: Acts 2:1-11; 1 Corinthians 12:3b-7,12-13; John 20:19-23 Jesus has risen and is standing right in front of you. Seeing him again alive but still wounded brings back memories. He says the last thing you expect: Peace be with you! Jesus is breathing his Spirit into you, just as he did for his disciples. Embrace your mission today on this great feast of Pentecost! Printed with the permission of The Word Among Us 2018

C e l e b r a t i o n o f M a s s e s t h i s w e e k Sat. May 19 4:30 PM +CECELIA & JOHN BAYUS ~ Daughter, Babara Bayus Sun. May 20 7:30 AM +MICHAEL PUCCI (Anniversary) ~Daughter, Mary Ellen & Husband, Steven Kother

9:00 AM +MARGARET BILY ~ Mr. & Mrs. Lawrence Wells

11:00 AM +HELEN and +JOHN VASSAK ~ The Silhavey Family And THE LIVING and DECEASED SISTERS OF SAINTS CYRIL and METHODIUS

Mon. May 21 7:30 AM +ELEANOR ANDRISO ~ The Andriso Family Tues. May 22 7:30 AM +ANNA KURKAY ~ Joseph Dlugos Wed. May 23 7:30 AM +ANTHONY MUSOROFITI and +ROBERT MUSOROFITI ~ Rita Musorofiti Thurs. May 24 7:30 AM +LORENZA CASTANEDA Anniversary ~ The Family Fri. May 25 7:30 AM +JOSEPH CORDONE Anniversary ~ Wife & Family Sat. May 26 8:00 AM +MARIE BOGUE ~ Rita McManus & Family

4:30 PM +JOANNA FISCHER ~ Mary Seay Sun. May 27 7:30 AM +LIVING and DECEASED MEMBERS of the 1st PLAVECKY SOCIETY of the HOLY TRINITY

9:00 AM +DINO PALUMBO ~ Wife, Assunta 11:00 AM +CECELIA and +JOHN BAYUS ~ Daughter, Barbara Bayus

PRAYER CORNER: Please pray for the good health of: Albert Amedy, Robert Hudak, Mary Ann Krajcik, Ricky McCarthy, Michael Petreycik, Pat Petrovich, Christina Rottkamp, TJ Recupido, Rosa Maria Santos, Mary Frances Tierney

Our sympathy and prayers are extended to the family of Henry J. Komornik who recently died.

In the Catholic Church, the month of May has always been dedicated to Mary, the mother of Jesus Christ. (continued from last week). Mary is the model of cooperation between God and man. Our Savior began His work of redemption at the instant of His conception in the womb of Mary. He accomplished the redemption of all mankind when he offered his sacrificial death on the cross. He reconciled a sinful humanity to the Father, yet Mary's unique role cannot be ignored here. She continues to cooperate in bringing us closer to her Son. Mary's motherly mediation in no way adds to or takes away from her Son's unique mediation as the Risen Lord in glory. Even though Mary is redeemed as we were, no other person in salvation history has been given the same role as she in making our redemption possible. She continues that motherly role by her ceaseless intercession in heaven and by meditating her Son's saving graces to the pilgrim Church on earth. Empowered by Christ we are mutually responsible for one another's salvation. Christ uses all His disciples as His ministers of grace. God bless, you, Fr. Mariusz

Faith Formation: For registration in our Sunday morning children's program, registration forms are found at the church entrances, on our Facebook page, or the parish website hnojchurch.org

This weekend at our Sunday 11:00 am Mass we honor the Sisters of Saints Cyril and Methodius. We welcome Sister Michael Ann, General Superior, and the Sisters who have traveled from the motherhouse in Danville PA to join

Sister Gloria Marie and Sister Joseph Therese as our parish recognizes and thanks them for their many years

of service to Holy Name of Jesus Church. In 1954, Fr. John J. Filip, Administrator of HNJ parish

negotiated with the Sisters of Saints Cyril and Methodius to staff a proposed parochial school. Two years later, three Sisters of the Order arrived at HNJ to reside in the convent located then

on College St. They conducted religious instructions and formed a children’s choir. A first grade class was held in the

church basement until the school was completed and dedicated on September 8, 1957. Our parish has been blessed with

vocations to both the priesthood and the religious, including Sister Gloria Marie Kascak. The Sisters’ presence over the

years includes teaching at the parish school, our Faith Formation program, renewal committees, parish office assistance and spiritual outreach to many parishioners.

We ask God to continue to bless their ministry. Fr. Mariusz Olbrys, Msgr. J. James Cuneo, Deacon Michael,

and the parish family of HNJ

~ Congratulations to our First Holy Communion Class ~ Janel Vega, Valerie Tavarez, Oscar Swidecki,

Alexander Simonetti, Michael Perry, Arianna Martinez, Gabriel Fraguada and Olivia Conlogue.

May God abundantly bless them and their families.

Evangelization Corner: At this culmination of the Easter season, let us unite in a great chorus of praise in the Spirit, who is the life-breath of the whole world made new in the Death and Resurrection of Christ.

Our 2019 Mass Book is open for your intentions on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays each week from 9:00am to 11:00am. Mass intentions may be arranged in person at the parish office, by phone, email or mail.

WEEKDAY 7:30 AM MORNING MASSES ARE STILL AVAILABLE FOR 2018. If you would like to arrange a Mass in memory of a loved one or a special intention for a family member, friend, or in thanksgiving for a grace received, please contact the parish office.

The Guild of the Mother of Jesus Installation Dinner will be held on Wednesday, June 13 at Costa Azzurra in Milford. Cocktails at 6:00 pm and a buffet dinner at 6:30 pm. Menu includes Tossed Salad, Meatballs in red sauce, Penne in Vodka Sauce, Eggplant Rollatini, Sausage & Peppers, Chicken Picata, Filet of Sole with seafood stuffing, Sliced Roast Beef, twice Baked Potato, Mixed Vegetables, Coffee, Tea and Dessert. Cost is $25.00 and the cutoff date for reservations is Monday, June 3. All dinners must be paid for in advance. Please make checks payable to Holy Name Church and drop them in the collection basket.

HNJ TAG SALE Saturday, June 9 from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm and Sunday, June 10 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm.

Tag sale donations may be dropped off beginning Monday, May 21 on the handicap ramp to the parish Hall. Items such as household goods & furnishings, toys, tools, jewelry, sporting goods, books, frames, collectibles, small working appliances, electronics & artwork. We are unable to accept any clothing donations, exercise equipment or air conditioners. Volunteers needed – please call the parish office.

The Men's Society is sponsoring their 11th Annual Classic Car Show, Sat., June 16, 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Free admission! Music ~ food. The car show is open to all

cars, no year cut-off. Car donation is $10. For more info call 203-395-7073 or lawman56@optonline.net

Rain date, June 23.

Save the Date! Saturday, June 30 – the Men’s Society along with our Knights of Columbus will host a Doo-Wop

Dance in the parish hall from 7:00pm to 11:00pm, $10 per couple. More details to follow.

The Holy Spirit - Man by himself is nothing, but with the Holy Spirit he is very great. When good thoughts come into our minds, it is the Holy Spirit who is visiting us....The Holy Spirit is light and strength. He teaches us to distinguish between truth and falsehood, and between good and evil. We must find out by whom we are led. If it is not by the Holy Spirit, we labor in vain; there is no substance nor savor in anything we do. If it is by the Holy Spirit, we taste a delicious sweetness – those who are led by the Holy Spirit experience all sorts of happiness in themselves... We should say every morning, “O God, send me your Spirit to teach me what I am and what you are.” St. John Vianney

We are seeking donations for our upcoming HNJ Quarter Night Fundraiser in the parish hall.

New items such as seasonal decorations, frames, candles, bottles of wine, themed gift baskets, children’s games & toys, decorative household items, and gift cards are welcome. You may drop them off at the Parish Office during the week or the

ushers will accept your donations on the weekends. More details on this fun parish event to follow!

HNJ Legacy Brick Walk & Patio – Holy Name of Jesus Church has been a proud and vibrant Parish in Stratford for 94 years. Our Parish has grown and aged – so have our buildings and grounds! In an effort to raise funds to preserve our beautiful Church and grounds, we are conducting a “Buy a Brick Campaign” till the end of June. Your purchase of a brick can be a lasting memorial to a loved one, can express your thanksgiving for blessings received, or can be used to leave your family name as an expression of your support and love for Holy Name of Jesus Parish. Reservation forms are available at the church entrances and may be completed and brought to the parish office, mailed or placed in the offertory basket.

Financial Support of our Parish-Week of May 13, 2018 Operating Costs – Weekly amount needed to meet expenses of all five buildings …$11,000 Sunday Collection ………………………… $ 4,788 Collections: Annual, Monthly, Holy Day $ 1,938 School Lease income.......................... $ 15,462 Total Weekly Income …………………………. $ 22,188 Surplus…………………………………………. $ 11,188 Fiscal year to date overview Operating Costs Year to Date: $11,000 x 46 $ 506,000 Actual Weekly Income Year to date: $ 484,798 Shortfall……………………………… $ 21,202

This year marks the 50th anniversary of Blessed Pope Paul VI's encyclical letter Humanae vitae on the regulation of birth. The Basilica of Saint John the Evangelist, 279 Atlantic St., Stamford, is marking this anniversary with a symposium on Saturday, June 23, entitled Making Room for God's Love: Humanmae vitate at 50. Beginning at 9:00 am with three talks and a panel who will answer questions concerning the effects of the hormonal birth control pill on a woman's body, the event will conclude with a Vigil Mass for the Solemnity of the Nativity of John the Baptist celebrated by Bishop Caggiano at 4:00 pm. Early registration will receive a discounted price. Register at stjohnsstamford.com

Women’s Themed Retreat – Grace Enough – June 1 – 3 at Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center 303 Tunxis Road West Hartford. Join Holy Family’s retreat team for a weekend of peace and reflection on the power of God's grace in our lives. Together we’ll reflect on how living in God's grace guides us to make wise choices, leading to true happiness and peace. If any of our parish women are considering attending the retreat but would like to carpool, please contact the parish office as soon as possible.