St. Elizabeth Seton Parish

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1 St. Elizabeth Seton Parish 520 Ridgebury Road, Ridgefield, Connecticut Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time July 8, 2018 Parish Office Phone: Fax Hours: Mon. Fri. 9:00 AM 1:00 PM Religious Education Phone: Fax: Hours: Mon. Wed. 9:30 AM 1:00 PM Pastoral Team Fr. Joseph A. Prince, Pastor Fr. Justin Raj, Parochial Vicar Deacon Francis J. Foyt Coordinators of Religious Education Mrs. Marie Trebing (Catechetical) Mrs. Gigi Pekala (Administrative) Parish Office Secretary Mrs. Sarah Sorgie Youth Ministry Middle School: Mrs. Cindy Bruno High School: Ms. Gina Donnarummo Music Director/Organist Michelle Fraser Guitar Accompanist Mr. Michael Canavan Finance Committee Chair Mr. Steve O Hara MASS SCHEDULE Daily Mass: Monday - Friday - 8:30 a.m. (Morning Prayer before Mass at 8:20 a.m.) Saturday: Confessions - 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Vigil Mass - 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 8:00, 9:30, 11:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. (No 5:00 p.m. Mass: Christmas Day, New Year s Day, Easter Sunday and Thanksgiving Day.) Easter Mass Schedule: Saturday 7:30 pm Vigil, no 3:30 p.m. Confession, no 5:00 p.m. mass Sunday 7:00, 8:00, 9:15, 11:00 and 12:30 Christmas Mass Schedule: Christmas Eve: 3:30, 5:30, 7:30, 11:00 p.m. Christmas Day: 8:00, 9:30, 11:30 a.m. Parish Coffee Hour: following the 9:30am Mass on Sundays September through June. Baked goods are always welcome. Mission Statement We are a spirit-filled Catholic Community of faith-centered people dedicated to the growth of God s Kingdom, and the living of the Gospel. We proclaim the Good News of Salvation to all by living a life of faith and loving concern for all our sisters and brothers.

2 MASS INTENTIONS Saturday July 7 3:30 P.M. Confessions 5:00 P.M. AnnMarie Kennedy Sp. Intention Req. by The Kennedy Family Sunday July 8 8:00 A.M. +Stephen Bruno Req. by Rothwell & Perna Families 9:30 A.M. +Lucy DiMuro Req. by The Pavain Family 11:30 A.M. +Timothy Kelly Req. by Phyllis Perron & Michael Perron 5:00 P.M. For Our Parishioners Monday July 9 8:30 A.M. +Patricia Murphy Req. by Jim and Cindy Bruno Tuesday July 10 8:30 A.M. Angela & Tim Lock 25th Anniv. Req. by Bob and Mary Young Wednesday July 11 8:30 A.M. +Ralph Cilento Jr. Req. by Maria Cilento York Thursday July 12 8:30 A.M. +Ken Suzuki Req. by Bob and Anita Quasha Friday July 13 8:30 A.M. +Patrick Smithwaite Gordon Req. by Lou & Barbara Campagna Saturday July 14 3:30 P.M. Confessions 5:00 P.M. +Rudolph DeDivitis Req. by Victor and Jody Lampasso Sunday July 15 8:00 A.M. +Stephen Bruno Req. by Jim and Dorothy Callahan 9:30 A.M. +Elia Cortes Seisdedos Req. by The Palmiotto Family 11:30 A.M. +Dominic Virglio 1 year Req. by Gladys Gannon 5:00 P.M. For Our Parishioners Second Collections This Week: Parish Emergency Fund Next Week: Mission Co-op FAITHFULNESS AND SUCCESS When it comes to speaking and spreading God s word in the world, the faithful service must be ours, so that the success may be given to God. INSIDE THE READINGS As the Gospel reading will acknowledge, a prophet is not without honor except in his native place (Mark 6:4). In today s first reading, God warns the prophet Ezekiel similarly. The Israelites, to whom Ezekiel is sent, are hard of face and obstinate of heart (Ezekiel 2:4), which is why many of them now sit in exile, while far away the city of Jerusalem is about to be destroyed. As Ezekiel chapter 2 continues, God tells Ezekiel not to be afraid even though he will sit among briers, thorns, and scorpions (Ezekiel 2:6). Regardless of the Israelites response and the personal suffering that ensues, the prophet must speak God s words. In the reading from Second Corinthians, Paul describes some of the sufferings that he endures while proclaiming God s word (weaknesses, insults, hardships, persecutions, constraints). An illness plagues Paul for which he begs God s intercession. Some scholars propose that Paul may have had problems with his eyes, which he mentions in Galatians 4: The Lord reveals to Paul, My grace is sufficient for you, for power is made perfect in weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9). Through Paul s physical limitations, God s power is made manifest. The theme of power through weakness is repeated throughout Paul s letters. Previous to today s Gospel reading, Jesus had performed a double healing (the woman with the hemorrhage and the raising to life of the daughter of Jairus [Mark 5:21 43]). Now he returns to his hometown of Nazareth. As he teaches in the synagogue, the listeners are astonished by his wisdom and the mighty deeds that he has performed. And yet they take offense, since they think they know him. The detractors call Jesus the son of Mary. Ordinarily, a man was identified according to his father s lineage, so one would expect the son of Joseph. Either those gathered are making a slur about Jesus parentage, or at this point in Jesus life Joseph has died. Jesus brothers are identified, and his sisters mentioned. Because of the doctrine of the perpetual virginity of Mary, it has been suggested that these brothers and sisters are the children of Joseph from a previous marriage, or that perhaps the word for brothers/sisters (adelphoi/ adelphai) as it is used here refers to cousins or other near relatives. RESPONDING IN PRAYER Holy Spirit of God, you are with us in our successes and in our failures. Help us to remain aware of your presence always, and keep us faithful to the life to which God has called us..

3 MINISTRIES VOLUNTEERS The Worship committee gratefully recognizes the weekly liturgy ministers who will serve in our Masses next weekend July 14th & July 15th. Saturday Vigil: Chaz DellaCorte (ASE) Kristin Goff (ASE) Joseph Isaac (ASE) Steve O Hara (EUC) Lucia O Hara (EUC) John Goff (EUC) Lynn Isaac (LEC) Sunday, 8:00 AM Liam Ferguson (ASE) Laura Campos (EUC) Cynthia Conti (EUC) Cynthia Markovitz (EUC) Jerry Sulli (LEC) Sunday, 9:30 AM Ian Uecker (ASE) Julianne Uecker (ASE) Regina Butcher (EUC) Carol Maiolo (EUC) Marcia Nelson (EUC) Vince Daly (EUC) Mary Laura Pritchard (EUC) Linda Haines (LEC) Sunday, 11:30 AM Della Fincham (ASE) Carson Fincham (ASE) Dennis Nauheimer (EUC) Wendy Lionetti (EUC) Thomas LeFebvre (LEC) Sunday, 5:00 PM Christopher Adamski (ASE) Christiane Jacox (EUC) David Shofi (LEC) EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS OF MERCY: If you would like someone to bring the Eucharist to you, please call Deacon Frank Foyt, We visit the ill, homebound, the hospital and nursing homes. MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH GROUPS: All MS and HS students are welcome to attend our meetings and youth mass the 4th Sunday of each month. We also plan service projects and fun activities. Questions? Please contact Cindy Bruno (203) (MS) or Gina Donnarummo (HS). PRIME TIMERS: A fellowship group of men and women who have the time and desire to come together on weekdays for social and service events. Monthly meetings are held on the first Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. in McKeon Hall. For information call Kathryn Guido at SES MEN S GROUP: Meets the first Wednesday of the month at 7:30 in the Parish Center. Contact: Rich Adamski rejcadamski@att.net OUTREACH: is a group of parish volunteers who work with local charities to help those who are less fortunate. Coordinators: Connie Tomasetti, & Mia Belanger PARISH NURSES: Meet periodically throughout the year. Offer blood pressure screenings and an annual flu clinic. Contact: Carol Tyrrell (203) DOROTHY DAY HOSPITALITY HOUSE: The second Sunday of each month is our day of service. Call Gladys Gannon at PRAYER TREE: In times of crisis it is helpful to know that we are not alone. If you need prayers for you or a loved one, please send your prayer request to SESPrayertree@gmail.com. If you do not have or access to the internet you may contact Cyndi Smalley-Markovitz at FAMILY ASSISTANCE: Want to help? Need help? Call Fr. Prince RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS (RCIA) is a program offered to non baptized and Christians of other traditions to learn more about the Catholic faith and to be welcomed into our Catholic Community. Please call the Parish Office. SUNSHINE COMMITTEE: This ministry welcomes new parishioners, provides rides to doctor appointments, SES functions, and prepares meals as needed during illness or for families with new babies. If you or someone you know in the parish needs assistance please call Jennifer Cade WOMEN S BIBLE STUDY: Join us as we deepen our faith studying the Word of God. Contacts: Anita Morris and Deb Varnerin PARISH ADVISORY COUNCIL Meets the second Tuesday of the month, September through June. Parishioners with questions or suggestions should contact any PAC member listed. Mia Belanger Michelle Broggy Molly Burich Sonia Girolamo Michele Goodman Neal Hicks Mary Hynes Kelly Molloy Russell Porter Jerry Sulli TRUSTEES Ernie Conti Victor Lampasso

4 NURSES CORNER July, 2018 For day and night your hand was heavy upon me; my strength was sapped as in the heat of summer. Psalms 32:4. During a heat-related illness, the body s temperature can quickly rise above 103 degrees. To prevent overheating make sure the person stays hydrated, wears loose clothing, avoids the hottest time of the day, avoids caffeinated beverages, and uses air conditioning or fans to cool down. If suffering from heat stroke, a person may display the following: confusion, dizziness, fainting, clammy/pale skin, headache, fatigue, dry mouth, weak pulse, lack of perspiration, or nausea. If heat stroke is suspected, move the person to a cool place and seek medical attention immediately to prevent serious complications. BAPTISM The parishioners of St. wish to welcome to the Roman Catholic family of our Parish, Elijah Michael Araujo OFFICE HOURS The Parish Office will be open 9am-12pm Monday through Friday during the months of July and August. SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES who was baptized in our Church Sunday, June 24, 2018 BAPTISM CLASS Our next Baptism Class will be held July 15, 2018 at 1:00 P.M. in the Parish Office. Classes are held prior to the Baptism of your first child. You may attend before your child is born. Please call the office to register. Sunday: Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Monday: St. Augustine Zhao Rong and Companions Wednesday: St. Benedict Friday: St. Henry Saturday: St. Kateri Tekakwitha PARISH MEMBERSHIP If you are not already a parishioner here at St. Elizabeth Seton, we invite you to join our parish family. Anyone wishing to join the parish should complete a Parish census form in the back of the church and call the office to make an appointment to be personally welcomed by our Pastor, Father Joseph A. Prince. One must be an active, registered parishioner to receive an eligibility certificate to act as a sponsor for Baptism or Confirmation. Please notify the office if you move and/or change your telephone number.

5 In and Around St. Elizabeth Seton Readings for the Week Fourteenth Sunday In Ordinary Time July 8, 2018 I will rather boast most gladly of my weaknesses, in order that the power of Christ may dwell with me. 2 Corinthians 12:9 Monday: Hos 2:16, 17b-18, 21-22; Ps 145:2-9; Mt 9:18-26 Tuesday: Hos 8:4-7, 11-13; Ps 115:3-10; Mt 9:32-38 Wednesday: Hos 10:1-3, 7-8, 12; Ps 105:2-7; Mt 10:1-7 Thursday: Hos 11:1-4, 8c-9; Ps 80:2ac, 3b, 15-16; Mt 10:7-15 Friday: Hos 14:2-10; Ps 51:3-4, 8-9, 12-14, 17; Mt 10:16-23 Saturday: Is 6:1-8; Ps 93:1-2, 5; Mt 10:24-33 Ministry Highlight Dorothy Day Hospitality House On the 2 nd Sunday of each month Volunteers from St. Elizabeth Seton provide hot meals and bagged lunches to Dorothy Day guests. It s like working at a very busy restaurant. We arrive about 1:30 p.m. and begin preparing the meal; bagging sandwiches usually provided by our Confirmation class - and setting the tables. Guests arrive at 3:15 and are seated. From then till about 5:00 p.m. it s busy and lots of fun. Some guests are homeless, some unable to afford meals, and most are grateful for the help we give them. We invite you to think about volunteering a sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board in the vestibule in the back of church. Our next day of service is Sunday, July 8, You can spend an hour or stay for the whole time. VACATION BIBLE CAMP Vacation Bible Camp will be held Monday, August 6 Friday August 10th for our parishioners in Kindergarten through 8th grade. Registration forms can be found in the back of the church or you can register on line on the parish website: sesparish.org. Please register by June 29th so that we will be able to prepare for your camper. Volunteers are needed to make this a successful event. If you can help in any way please pick up a volunteer form in the back of the church or contact Ellen Adamski FAN THE FIRE YOUTH RALLY All teens in 8th 12th Grade are welcome to attend a fun summer youth rally to encounter Christ through high energy and inspiring speakers, terrific musicians, games, Mass, Reconciliation and Adoration. Mark your calendar for August 11th, 9:30AM 10:00 PM. St. Rose of Lima Church, 46 Church Hill Road, Newtown, CT. The cost is $45, includes lunch and dinner, and helps to fund the service project of packing 10,000 meals for Burkhina Faso in Africa through Catholic Relief Services. Visit Registration is open. Please call Jessica Nayden at for more information. HEALING SERVICE Please join us on Wednesday, July 11th at 7 pm. for a healing service at St. Marguerite Bourgeoys Catholic Church. We are located at 138 Candlewood Lake Road in Brookfield. Sunday: Am 7:12-15; Ps 85:9-14; Eph 1:3-14 [3-10]; Mk 6:7-13

6 YOUR WEEKLY GIVING OFFERTORY COLLECTION STATS PRIOR WEEK Gross Offertory Collec on $ 9,306 $ 9,350 Diocesan Assessments $ 1,396 $ 1,403 Net Offertory to Parish $ 7,910 $ 7,947 Going on Vacation? Please use Online Giving to maintain your contributions and Sunday offertory while you are away. Go to sesparish.org and click on the Online Giving link it s quick and easy! Your support during the summer months helps sustain our parish. Fiscal Year (FY) Results Starting July 1 FY 2018 FY 2017 Jul to Mar 31 Jul to Mar 31 Reg Receipts, Religious Ed., Other $ 453,186 $ 459,428 Fund Raising Receipts $ 39,806 $ 46,326 Total Regular Receipts $ 492,992 $ 505,754 Parish Opera ng Expenses $ 529,951 $ 548,393 Surplus/(Deficit) Before Emergency Fund $ (36,959) $ (42,639) Emergency Fund Receipts $ 38,177 $ 37,898 SACRAMENTS The seven sacraments; Baptism, Eucharist, Confirmation, Penance, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Matrimony, and Holy Orders are efficacious signs of grace, instituted by Christ and entrusted to the Church, by which divine life is dispensed to us. The visible rites by which the sacraments are celebrated signify and make present the graces proper to each sacrament. They bear fruit in those who receive them with the required dispositions. Any adult wishing to learn more about the Sacraments and be in communion with our Catholic Church is invited to call our office, learn more about, and participate in our RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) program. Baptism This Sacrament of initiation and welcome into our faithcommunity may be celebrated during a weekend mass or at 1:00 P.M. on the second and fourth Sunday of the month. A Baptism class is held on the 3rd Sunday of every other month at 1:00 P.M. in the Parish Center and is attended prior to the baptism of your first child. You may attend before your child is born, and call the office to register. Eucharist Jesus said to them, I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me will never hunger, and whoever believes in me will never thirst. John 6:35 Thus in the Eucharistic Liturgy we are joined with Christ on the altar of the cross and at the table of the upper room. The Sacrament can be received daily at Mass or delivered to the homebound upon request. Confirmation In the Sacrament of Confirmation, the baptized person is sealed with the gift of the Holy Spirit and is strengthened for service to the Body of Christ. Penance The Sacrament of Penance is an experience of the gift of God s boundless mercy. Time for confession is offered every Saturday afternoon from 3:30-4:30 P.M. in our Church, Tuesday evenings from 7:00-8:30 P.M. at St. Joseph s in Brookfield, and on Thursday evenings from 7:00-8:30 P.M. at Sacred Heart in Danbury. Anointing of the Sick Jesus came to heal the whole person, body and soul. If you would like to have one of our priests or deacons visit you, a relative, or a friend in the hospital, rehabilitation facility, or at home, please call the parish office. Holy Matrimony The Marriage covenant refers to the relationship between the husband and wife, a permanent union of persons capable of knowing and loving each other and God. It is also a liturgical act and Catholics are urged to celebrate their marriage within the Eucharistic Liturgy. Couples are encouraged to make arrangements at least 6 months prior to the wedding. Attendance at the Diocesan Marriage Preparation Program or Engaged Encounter is mandatory. Please call the office for an appointment to begin planning. Holy Orders Ordination to the priesthood is always a call and a gift from God. Those who seek priesthood respond generously to God s call using the words of the prophet, here I am, send me (Is 6:8). For more information about vocations to the priesthood and diaconate, please visit

7 RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEWS OFFICE TELEPHONE: OFFICE FAX: WEB PAGE: SUMMER 2018 RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CALENDAR RELIGIOUS EDUCATION REGISTRATIONS HAVE BEEN MAILED OUT TO ALL REGIS- TERED RELIGIOUS EDUCATION FAMILIES. PLEASE REGISTER YOUR CHILDREN BY JUNE 17, 2018 FOR THE SCHOOL YEAR. THANK YOU. A COPY OF THE FEE SCHEDULE IS ON THE STAND IN THE JUBILEE MEMORIAL. IF YOUR REGISTRATION FORM IS RECEIVED AFTER JUNE 17 th THE PROCESSING OF YOUR CHILD/REN S CLASS PLACEMENT WILL NOT TAKE PLACE UNTIL LATE AU- GUST. CLASSROOM SPACE WILL BE LIMITED AND SESSION CHOICE WILL BE ON A FIRST COME BASIS. IF YOU ARE NOT SURE OF THE CLASS DAY, PLEASE CHOOSE BEST 1ST AND 2ND CHOICE. DAY ADJUSTMENTS CAN BE MADE PRIOR TO THE FIRST WEEK OF CLASSES. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL THE RELIGIOUS EDUCATION OFFICE. YOU CAN LEAVE YOUR REGISTRATIONS IN THE CONTAINER ON THE TABLE IN THE LOBBY OF THE JUBILEE MEMORIAL. THANK YOU. If you are interested in being a Catechist or Catechist Aide for Grades 1 through 7, please call the Religious Education Office at at your earliest convenience. This is a very spiritual and rewarding ministry to be able to teach the young children of our Parish about our faith. We are also in need of Confirmation Facilitators for Grade 8, one class a month for eight sessions. REMINDER: Any child, who has missed a substantial number of religious education classes, will not advance to the next grade level. OFFICE HOURS: Religious Education Offices are closed during the month of July. Messages will be answered promptly.

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