The Church of the Incarnation 544 Prospect Street Wethersfield, CT 06109 Rev. James M. Moran Pastor Mrs. Noranne Wamester Pastoral Associate Mrs. Audrey Saharek Pastoral Assistant Mrs. Maggie Seaver Coordinator of Middle School Faith Formation Youth Minister Mrs. Teri Aiudi Rectory Office Assistant Faith Formation Secretary Mrs. Theodora Niver Director of Music Vanessa Crowley Lorissa Heath Rosanne Sweeney Gowdy Andrew Russo Heather Picard Gianna Bielenda Cantors Marguerite Heinimann Rectory Assistant Toni Munoz Sacristan Rectory (860) 529-2533 Fax (860) 721-6595 Church E-Mail cincarnation@sbcglobal.net Mass Schedule Confessions on Saturdays from 3:45-4:30p.m. Vigil Mass: Saturday at 5:00p.m. Sunday Masses: 8:30 & 10:30 a.m. Daily Mass: (Mon. - Fri.) 9:00 a.m. Recitation of the Rosary before 9:00 a.m. daily Mass Sacrament of Baptism By previous appointment Sundays at 12:30 p.m. in the Baptistry of the Chapel. Weddings Please contact a priest 6-10 months prior. New Parishioners and Faith Formation Registration The Church of the Incarnation welcomes new parishioners. All forms are available at the main entrance of the church. Please mail or place in the collection basket. You may also visit our website for printable forms at: www.thechurchoftheincarnation.com Rectory Hours 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Faith Formation (860) 529-6765 gotellit@aol.com Website address: www.thechurchoftheincarnation.com
Page Two Third Sunday of Easter.April 30, 2017 SATURDAY, APRIL 29TH 5:00pm Maryann Walmsley & Lorraine Walmsley SUNDAY, APRIL 30TH 8:30am Deceased members of the Murphy & Guinan Families 10:30am Joyce Gesualdi MONDAY, MAY 1ST 9:00am For all our deceased parishioners & benefactors TUESDAY, MAY 2ND 9:00am Russ, Helyn & Russell Richards WEDNESDAY, MAY 3RD 9:00am Pauline Dolge THURSDAY, MAY 4TH 9:00am For all our parishioners FRIDAY, MAY 5TH 9:00am Peter LaCava SATURDAY, MAY 6TH 5:00pm Hellmuth Heinimann, Domenica Elisa Heinimann Torrance and Frank, Jeremy & Jill Torrance. SUNDAY, MAY 7TH 8:30am Florence & Stephen Romaine 10:30am Pietro Fazio The Sanctuary Candle will burn from 5/1/2017 5/7/2017 in memory of Peter LaCava. The Blessed Virgin Mary Candle will burn from 5/1/17-5/7/2017 in memory of Anna Armentano. The Women s Club cooking team will meet this Monday, May 1st from 1-3pm in the kitchen of Fr. Crawford Hall. Employment Support Group: If you or someone you know is in need of employment please call Ken Mendoza at (860) 729-5960 to set up an appointment. Friday is the First Friday in May...Mass will be held at 9am. Vocations Holy Hour will be held after Mass in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel. The Second collection next weekend will be the monthly collection. Project Baby Love collection next wkd. May 6th & 7th. Disposable diapers & wipes are requested. Thank you. The Incarnation Women's Club would like to thank and acknowledge the dedicated volunteers who deliver coffee and sugar to the House of Bread during the year: Fern Drisdelle, Helen Hand, Michele Jakielo, Irene Jedidian, Pat Klotz, Terri Martino, Connie Morin, Gerri Shea, Jean Shea, Terry O'Hare, and Joyce Suffish. In addition, a grateful thank you to our parishioners for their generous contributions every month. You make this worthy charitable event possible, and the House of Bread expresses and appreciates our concern for the needy. Thank you and God Bless You!
Page Three Third Sunday of Easter.April 30, 2017 Youth Ministry will meet this Sunday, April 30th from 6:30-8pm in Fr. Crawford Hall. Children s Liturgy of the Word will be held on Sunday, May 7th at the 10:30am mass. We welcome Filomena Marinelli and Mary & John Breton. The May Crowning will also be held on Sunday, May 7th at the 10:30am Mass. All First Communion children will be processing and all children are invited to process also. Join us for refreshments after mass. First Communion rehearsal will be on Wednesday, 5/3 and Friday, 5/5 from 3:30-5pm in Fr. Crawford Hall. All children must attend both rehearsals!! A light snack will be provided at each rehearsal. Parents do not have to stay for the rehearsals. First Communion: Saturday, May 6th at 10am. Children are to arrive at 9:15am on the morning of First Communion. If anyone has information about our large, white comfort teddy bear, please contact Noranne Wamester at (860) 529-6765. Zachariah, the comfort bear has been part of our ministry since 1989 and he needs to be returned to our ministry. Please see pictures on all bulletin boards. Faith Formation registration is taking place. Letters have been mailed to each family. New families please call the Faith Formation office at (860) 529-6765 to set up an appointment with Noranne Wamester or Teri Aiudi. Our Lady of Calvary Retreat Center presents: Responding to Life s Whatever Moments...Wednesday, May 17th from 9am until 1pm. Sister Pauline Semkow RSM, is a retreat and spiritual director and presenter of programs on spirituality with 30 years experience. A morning to look lovingly, gently and without judgement at how we welcome, embrace, accept and discover what these moments offer us. The program includes input, quiet reflection, sharing and prayer. Join others for a wonderful morning and a delicious lunch. Go to: www.ourladyofcalvary and click on Retreats, Programs and Events or contact Noranne Wamester, Pastoral Associate at (860) 529-6765. Read, Reap and Rise to New Life! The plowman should plow in hope, and the thresher in hope of receiving a share. (1 Cor 9:10) The archdiocesan Catholic Biblical School (CBS) invites adults to engage the Word of God from the perspective of Catholic faith. Enrollment begins May 1. Contact the CBS office by August 15 to enroll. Classes begin in locations throughout the Archdiocese just after Labor Day. For more information, check out our website www.catholicedaohct.org or contact us in the Office of Education, Evangelization and Catechesis at 860-242-5573 or catholic.biblical.school@aohct.org.
Page Four Third Sunday of Easter..April 30, 2017 A Weekly Bible Study 3 rd Sunday of Easter Acts 2:14, 22-33 Paul s dramatic conversion is a Hollywood moment! He is thrown from his horse, experiences a blinding light and hears the voice of Jesus. In contrast, there is no such spectacle in Peter s conversion. As eyewitness to the resurrection, his heart has been transformed by its mystery and that is power enough. Peter s forceful oration in today s first reading offers testimony to a new spirit that has taken hold of him. The power of Christ s resurrection has raised Peter to new life enabling him to boldly proclaim the Good News. The man who only recently denied knowing Jesus speaks with a new confidence of his words and deeds. He is now aware that this plan has been ordained by God from all eternity. Peter is empowered by this knowledge and his voice will now be heard! Peter speaks to future generations when he says: God raised this Jesus; of this we are all witnesses. He makes us all aware of our call: to witness by our lives the power of Christ s resurrection. Can we take some cues from Peter s newfound confidence? As parents do we live our faith, exemplifying its values to our children and others? As teachers do we speak with confidence and passion as we offer the treasures of our religious knowledge to those who search? As a parish community, do we model Christian faith and behaviors to those around us? And, as Catholics, are we willing to stand up in defense of our religious beliefs; to make ourselves heard in the assembly of citizens? Peter s newfound confidence is today echoed in the words of David (Psalm 16): You have made known to me the paths of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence. The reality of the resurrection should give all of us a renewed confidence, filling us with joy as we walk the paths of new life and as we boldly proclaim by our words and actions the Good News of Jesus Christ. ANNUAL SOCIAL JUSTICE CONFERENCE The Archdiocesan Office for Catholic Social Justice Ministry will host its 8 th Bishop Peter Rosazza Social Justice Conference, Rooted in Faith: One Family Under God on Saturday, June 10 from 9 am to 3:00 pm at St. Thomas Seminary in Bloomfield (Check -in begins at 8 am.). The conference theme is Rooted in Faith, One Family under God, and will feature two keynote addresses. Sister Ruth Rosenbaum, TC, PhD, Founder and Executive Director, CREA: Center for Reflection, Education and Action will open the program with her keynote address. Participants will then have the opportunity to choose from a selection of 12 workshops. The day concludes with a closing keynote by Fr. Joseph Donnelly, Pastor, Sacred Heart Church, Southbury. The conference is an opportunity to meet and learn from others across the archdiocese and beyond. Join us for prayer, music, exhibits and workshops. For information, call (860) 242-5573 Ext 2688. Easter Communion Regulation: Catholics are obliged to receive Communion at least once between the 1st Sunday of Lent & Trinity Sunday.
Page Five Third Sunday of Easter.April 30, 2017 They recognized Him in the breaking of the bread. How do I recognize Jesus? Who will celebrate the Eucharist for the next generation? Am I being called to be a priest? To learn more about discerning your vocation, contact Fr. Jeffrey Gubbiotti, Director of Vocations, Archdiocesan Center at St. Thomas Seminary, Tel. (860) 242-5573, or e-mail to vocations@aohct.org Vocations Holy Hour: Incarnation Church First Friday of the month, 9:30am, Blessed Sacrament Chapel. Prayer For Peace: Incarnation Church 30 minutes prior to 9am Daily Mass. MOVED BY MERCY WILL HELP THOUSANDS IN OUR ARCHDIOCESE The 2017 Archbishop s Annual Appeal, Moved by Mercy, is underway.. If you have not yet made your commitment to this year s Appeal, please consider doing so in the days ahead. Your gift will help continue the vital services, ministries and programs that help so many throughout the Archdiocese. HomeFront Day: We need you!: Saturday May 6th. Project sponsored by Homefront & the Office of Urban Affairs of the Archdiocese. Parishes all over the state accept a project to repair and fix up the home of a needy family. We need workers with a variety of skills as well as unskilled workers. You must be at least 16 years of age, but young people ages 14-17 may work with a signed release from their parents, and supervision. To signup call Pat McGovern at 563-7773, or Audrey Saharek at 529-2533. Project sponsored by Sacred Heart, Corpus Christi & The Church of the Incarnation. YANKEE STADIUM TRIP New York Yankees vs Houston Astros Sat., May 13th, Sponsored by Incarnation Men's Assoc., Package includes: Deluxe motor coach transportation, beverages on the bus - beer, wine, soda, bottled water & chips. Game tickets are in the Main Level Seating Section 233B / Rows 11-17. Parking at Incarnation. - Bus leaves at 9AM. Price is $85.00. All are welcome: men, women and children. Call Jim Pettit at (860)402-3074, or at his office Email james.pettit@raveis.com to reserve seats. Checks payable to "The Church of Incarnation" & mail to Jim Pettit, 94 Griswold Road, Weth., CT 06109. The Men s Association STEAK NIGHT: Wed., May 24th from 6-9 pm in Fr. Crawford Hall. This year s guest speaker is Paul Schlickmann, Athletic Director of CCSU. For all men of the parish. Both steak and chicken will be available. Call Bill Carroll at (860) 604-6793 by May 23rd. $25 p.p. Pay at the door. Join The Wethersfield Knights of Columbus for Dinner at Bertucci's restaurant in Newington. Flyer/coupon at church exits. Enjoy a family meal & help raise money for the Knights charities. Last Tues. each month. Knights of Columbus Dinner Dance: Sat., May 6th to be held after 5pm Mass from 6-10pm. Catered Dinner to be held in Fr. Crawford Hall. Call Bob at (860) 529-5975. Third Sunday of Easter April 30, 2017 You have made known to me the paths of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence. Acts 2:28
Page Six Third Sunday of Easter.April 30, 2017 ON THE ROAD One central metaphor employed to describe the Christian life is a journey. In today s second reading, Peter addresses the early Christian community: Conduct yourselves with reverence during the time of your sojourning (1 Peter 1:17). When we think of a journey, we normally think of some kind of movement from point A to point B. The Christian journey, begun in the waters of baptism (point A) has as its ultimate destination eternal life with God in heaven (point B). Unfortunately we find ourselves on all kinds of detours along the way. Because of sin, we make foolish turns and sometimes seem unable to detect the presence of the Lord. Today s story of the two disciples on their way to Emmaus illustrates for us the fact that, even when we are dejected or on one of our many detours, the Lord is there, walking right beside us. TODAY S READINGS First Reading God has raised the crucified Jesus, who now pours forth the Holy Spirit upon us (Acts 2:14, 22-33). Psalm Lord, you will show us the path of life (Psalm 16). Second Reading Our faith and hope are in God who raised Jesus from the dead (1 Peter 1:17-21). Gospel Through his words and in the breaking of the bread, the risen Christ made himself known to two disciples on their way to Emmaus (Luke 24:13-35). SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES Sunday: Third Sunday of Easter Monday: St. Joseph the Worker Tuesday: St. Athanasius Wednesday: Ss. Philip and James Thursday: National Day of Prayer Friday: First Friday; Cinco de Mayo Saturday: First Saturday READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Acts 6:8-15; Ps 119:23-24, 26-27, 29-30; Jn 6:22-29 or, for the memorial, Gn 1:26 2:3 or Col 3:14-15, 17, 23-24; Ps 90:2-4, 12-14, 16; Mt 13:54-58 Tuesday: Acts 7:51 8:1a; Ps 31:3cd-4, 6, 7b, 8a, 17, 21ab; Jn 6:30-35 Wednesday: 1 Cor 15:1-8; Ps 19:2-5; Jn 14:6-14 Thursday: Acts 8:26-40; Ps 66:8-9, 16-17, 20; Jn 6:44-51 Friday: Acts 9:1-20; Ps 117:1bc, 2; Jn 6:52-59 Saturday: Acts 9:31-42; Ps 116:12-17; Jn 6:60-69 Sunday: Acts 2:14a, 36-41; Ps 23:1-6; 1 Pt 2:20b-25; Jn 10:1-10 TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION Some monks and nuns trace their community origins back a thousand years or so, before it became customary to reserve the Blessed Sacrament in tabernacles. In their rules of life, which evolved from the lifestyle and prayer of their predecessors, the core experience of Christ s presence is at the altar itself, and in the symbol of assembly for prayer. To this day, when the monks or nuns file into their church in procession, they march two by two, and then bow profoundly to the altar before turning and bowing in reverence toward the brother or sister at their side. It is probably more difficult, in practice, to revere the presence of Christ in a person who irks you by taking the car keys, shirking a work duty, or burning the toast! We can trace in these religious orders enduring customs the ancient appreciation for the altar as the center of the church building, and of the community of the faithful as the Body of Christ. Usually, a monastery today will reserve the Blessed Sacrament in some quiet corner of the monastic church, in a fairly small space, more suitable for private prayer than for the gathering of the whole community. In a cloister, the architecture may allow the public limited access to this space. Liturgical law tells us, in both monasteries and parish churches, that there is no need for more than a few hosts in the place of reservation, just enough for viaticum, the food for the journey that is the final sacramental celebration for a dying Christian.
Page Seven Third Sunday of Easter..April 30, 2017 The Guild of St. Agnes invites you to their mass and luncheon at St. Thomas Seminary on Friday, May 5th at 11am in the Chapel. Reverend Thomas Walsh, Pastor of Holy Trinity Parish in Wallingford will speak. Call Janice Dinsmore at (860) 233-0744. A special time for celebrating the gift of life for the newborn babies and their mothers. DIGNITY OF LIFE SEMINAR: Church of The Incarnation on Tuesday, May 16th at 2pm and 7pm in Fr. Crawford Hall. This program will offer information regarding how to manage assistance to the elderly during end of life discussions. There will be an elder care attorney, a long term care provider and a funeral director present. It is for age 50+ parishioners or the children of older parishioners with questions. The seminar will last an hour and there will be refreshments available. Please pick up a flyer at the exits and fill it out.. You may return your completed flyer in the collection baskets or at the exits. Mike Klinger will speak next wkd. at the Masses about this session. We have Low Gluten Hosts for parishioners who need them. Please let the priest know prior to Mass of your request. Do you ever wonder if a Catholic School could be the right fit for your child? Corpus Christi School of Wethersfield, a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence, will host a special Spring Open House on Wednesday, May 10 th from 6 7:30pm at Corpus Christi School, 581 Silas Deane Highway. Prospective students and their families are welcome to attend. Corpus Christi School offers an outstanding core curriculum in addition to Spanish, art, music, and band. Students are performing in the top tier of standardized testing in the Archdiocese. Our graduates are attending and earning scholarships to the most competitive high schools in the region. Come and witness firsthand the Corpus Christi School difference!! Faculty, students and parents will be on hand to answer questions. The school encompasses PreK through 8 th grade. For more information, call office at (860) 529-5487. The Corpus Christi After School Program, located in Wethersfield is seeking aides to fill positions for the 2017/2018 school year. Program hours are 2pm-5:30pm Monday Friday. Call Mrs. DeLuca at (860) 529-0090. Northwest Catholic High School: Pre-high School Placement Test will be held on May 13th. This is a practice test for 7th graders interested in applying to area Catholic high schools next year. Go to www.northwestcatholic.org/prehspt. Worldwide Marriage Encounter I came so that they might have life and have it more abundantly." Live your married lives more abundantly by attending a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend. The next WWME Weekends are Jul 7-9, 2017 in Manchester, CT and Nov 3-5, 2017 in Manchester, CT. For information, call Dennis & Jane Lamondy at 860-376-0440 or visit us at https://wwmectw.org/.