16th Sunday in Ordinary Time, July 23, 2017

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1 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time, July 23, 2017 Saint James the Greater Parish Priests Reverend Shawn Daly Reverend Janusz Kukulka Reverend William Agyemang Reverend Lawrence Bock, Senior Priest Permanent Deacons James Tanguay James Blanchette James H. Shiels Michael J. O Toole Bruce Thompson Pastoral Associate Sister MLisette Slisz, D.M. Director of Music Elizabeth Trainer Famularo Rectory Office Kristyn Figbie, Office Manager Mary DesRoches, Secretary Nancy Samulenas, Finance Manager Phone: (860) Fax: (860) secretary.newingtonstmary@gmail.com Religious Education Office Susan C. Skipp, Director of Rel. Ed. Terri Hermann, Coord. of Rel. Ed. Phone: (860) Stephanie Shaw, Coord. of Confirmation & Youth Ministry Phone: (860) Sunday Mass Saturday Vigil: 4:00 p.m. Sunday: 8:00, 10:00, 11:30 a.m. Daily Mass Monday - Thursday: 8:30 a.m. (Chapel) Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday: 3:15-3:45 p.m. or by appointment. Office Hours Monday - Thursday 9:00-4:00 p.m. Closed Friday

2 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time Saint of the Week: St. James the Greater Feast Day: July 25 He walked along a little farther and saw James, the son of Zebedee, and his brother John. They too were in a boat mending their nets. Then he called them. So they left their father Zebedee in the boat along with the hired men and followed him. (Mark 1:19-20). This is how we are introduced to Saint James, brother of John the Evangelist. Little is known of Saint James outside the Scriptures, but within their pages we know he was an apostle of Jesus, and he was present at the Transfiguration. We can infer from the Gospels that Saint James was ambitious and enthusiastic in his following of Jesus. Following Christ s Resurrection, and before his own death, Saint James traveled and spread the Gospel across Israel and into the Roman Empire, spending nearly 40 years ministering to the people of Spain. He was likely the first of the apostles to be martyred, as recorded in Acts 12:1-3a: About that time King Herod laid hands upon some members of the church to harm them. He had James, the brother of John, killed by the sword, and when he saw that this was pleasing to the Jews he proceeded to arrest Peter also. St. James followers brought his remains to Compostela, Spain, where they currently rest within the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. Pilgrims throughout Church history have made their way to visit the remains of St. James, walking hundreds of miles to spend time in the presence of one who knew Christ. Even today, people of all faiths make the 600-kilometer trek across Spain to unite their prayers and joyful sufferings with one another, with the saints who have also made the journey (like St. Francis of Assisi), and with St. James himself. While we might not be physically able to walk 600 kilometers, or evangelize a country, we can spread the messages of the Gospel with our lives to those around us every day. Sacramental Ministries Baptism To schedule a Baptism, please contact the rectory for an initial meeting and a parent preparation session. Marriage Please call the rectory at least six months in advance. Couples meet with Father Shawn for an initial pastoral conversation before a wedding date can be set. Please do not make other plans until a date has been confirmed with the parish. For the Sick We are happy to visit with the homebound. If you or a loved one would like a home visit, Holy Communion or the Anointing of the Sick, please contact the rectory. Page 2

3 Annunciation Parish, Newington MASS INTENTIONS Saturday, July 22, :00p.m. Bernice and Joseph Piatek By Michelle and Casimir Tesz Sunday, July 23, :00a.m. Wanda & Joseph Zjaczkowski (Parents) By Son Stan 10:00a.m. Katherine and Joseph Tesz By Michelle and Casimir Tesz 11:30a.m. Ilda Amado By The Family Monday, July 24, :30a.m. John LeBel By daughter Mary DesRoches Tuesday, July 25, :30a.m. For the Parishioners of Saint Mary s Wednesday, July 26, :30a.m. Pearl Peters Frappier Thursday, July 27, :30a.m. Peter Riccio By the Family Saturday, July 29, :00p.m. Giovanni Carducci (5th Anniversary) WELCOME TO THE NEW ANNUNCIATION PARISH! Uniting The Catholic Community of Newington Established June 29, 2017 We extend a warm welcome to new parishioners. We also welcome back those who have been away for a while. Our parish family is nourished by your presence. We hope you feel at home here, and want to make Annunciation Parish YOUR parish. Please introduce yourself to one of the priests after mass. May God bless and renew Annunciation Parish! Annunciation Parish Support July 16, 2017 Weekly: $6,580 On-line: $1,091 We are grateful to all who continue to support Annunciation Parish by your prayers and financial contributions. Wedding Banns II Danielle Tetreault & Steven Fix By Wife, Son and Grandchildren Sunday, July 30, :00a.m. Marie and Harry Udice By the family 10:00a.m. Luciano Perez (1st Year Anniversary) By the Family 11:30a.m. Pauline Patriss (2nd Anniversary) By the Family We pray for: William C. Galligan And for the consolation of his family and friends. Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord; let your perpetual light shine upon them. Page 3

4 Annunciation Parish, Newington Dear Friends, Farewell from Seminarian Anthony Federico This is my last weekend at the parish. I can't believe how quickly time has flown by. Thank you so much for all you have done to welcome me. I have learned a lot about life in the parish, and I have grown closer to the Lord through my time with you. I feel a part of this parish family, and I eagerly await to return to you at Christmas, Easter and next summer as well. A special thank you to Father Shawn for his priestly example, guidance and patience answering all 48,291 questions I had this summer about being a priest. It's always a treat to receive mail at the seminary. My address is: Anthony Federico Theological College 401 Michigan Ave NE Washington DC, Please know of my affection and prayers. Anthony SAVE THE DATE: Reception for Seminarian Joe MacNeill Sunday, August 6th, 12:45 2:00 p.m. in the school gymnasium Joe has been a life long member of our parish. He has been an active part of our music ministry program, and has been a Master of Ceremonies, and an altar server. Joe also worked in our summer camp for three years. Last year Joe began his studies for the priesthood at Theological College in Washington, D.C. In August, Joe will continue his studies in Rome, Italy. Please join us to thank Joe for his ministry here, and wish him well in Rome. Refreshments will be served. During the week, please remember in your prayers the following parishioners who are experiencing illness: Ronald Albert Charleen Dortenzio Gail Iannone Edward Radomsky Margaret Antinerella Deborah Durity Philip Jarvis Robert Roberts Anita Botticello Thomas Gallant Jackie Lebrun Darlene Rood Victoria Bullock Pauline Gamache Yvette Levesque Ryan Rood Theresa Bury Jean Grondzik Jeffrey Lombardo Wil Shaw Eileen Carey Joseph Guillette Brian Martin Amy Sullivan Cecil Carroll Cecilia Guyan Judith O Neil Stacy V. Mitchel Corsi Joanne Heckman Earl Owens Stephanie S. DiVito Dennis Horrigan Maryanne Pope Page 4

5 Sunday, July 23, 2017 Office of Education, Evangelization and Catechesis ***Attention...Youth and Young Adults 16 to 29*** The Archdiocese of Hartford, and all the dioceses throughout the world, are helping our bishops prepare for the Synod of Bishops The topic of this synod is Young People, the Faith, and Vocational Discernment. A Synod is a gathering of bishops from all over the world, called by the Pope, to reflect on contemporary issues of faith and life. The word synod means, to walk together, as one Catholic (universal) Church. We are asking for your feedback so that we can share this collective information with Archbishop Blair. This information will also help all of us in the archdiocese to know ways we can walk with you and serve you better. May God bless you with a peaceful and enjoyable summer and we look forward to your responses! To fill out the Archdiocesan Survey for Young People, please go to: Thank you in advance for participating in this survey! St. Paul tells us that the Spirit teaches us how to pray. By the light of the Spirit, we can discern between the wheat and weeds in our life, and our desires. Ask the Holy Spirit how to live your vocation. If you would like to sow good seeds by becoming a priest or religious, call Fr. Jeffrey Gubbiotti, Director of Vocations, Archdiocesan St. Thomas Seminary, Tel , vocations@aohct.org or visit the web at ***SAVE THE DATE*** Join us to Honor First Responders at the 2017 Blue Mass Sunday, September 10 th at 11:00 AM Cathedral of Saint Joseph, Hartford, CT. All faiths are welcome Archdiocese of Hartford Catholic Biblical School Read, Reap and Rise to New Life! The Archdiocesan Catholic Biblical School (CBS) invites adults to engage the Word of God from the perspective of Catholic faith. First year classes are forming in Milford, Bloomfield, Hamden and Waterbury. Contact the CBS office by August 15th to apply. Classes begin just after Labor Day. For more information go to or contact the Office of Education, Evangelization and Catechesis at or catholic.biblical.school@aohct.org Page 5

6 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time Religious Education for We would like to announce the schedule for the Fall Religious Education year for Annunciation Parish. We are blessed to be combined with Holy Spirit to offer a dynamic, Eucharist centered Religious Education Program. Religious Education Classes will now be held at John Wallace Middle School (Newington) on Sunday mornings, and will include Mass for students and families. The new schedule is as follows: From 8:45-9:30 a.m. Grades K - 4 will attend Mass in the auditorium Grades 5-9 will attend class From 9:30-10:15 a.m. Grades K - 4 will attend class Grades 5-9 will attend Mass in the auditorium. Registration forms have been mailed out to all families for the Religious Education school year. Please check your mail and return these registration forms ASAP. Call (860) for information and questions. If you are new to the parish with Religious Education aged children, please contact the office to register your child/children. Page 6 St. Brigid / St. Augustine School 100 Mayflower St. West Hartford, CT ENROLLMENT OPEN HOUSE CONTINUES! Thursday, July 27 th from 9:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M & By Appointment Come Visit Our School! Take a tour, Fill out an application We offer... An Amazing Academic Program Extra-curricular Activities Daily Hot Lunches and Morning Breakfast Served Free Multi-Town Bus Transportation Tuition Assistance Summer Hours: Mon thru Fri.: 9 A.M. to 2 P.M. For more information call (860) , ext. 106 Coming Sunday, August 6 th : St. Mary Church's 7 th Annual Summer Instrumental Mass Weekend The music for the10:00a.m. & 11:30a.m. masses will be provided by THE ST. MARY CHAMBER ORCHESTRA Sing along to familiar hymns: Praise to the Lord and How Great Thou Art Tap your toes to uplifting Irish hymn tunes Slane (Be Thou My Vision) and The Lord of the Dance AND don't miss your last chance to hear Joe MacNeill's moving violin solo in Charles Gounod's Ave Maria JOIN US FOR AN EXCITING WEEKEND OF LITURGICAL MUSIC!