October 25, 2015 The Thirtieth Sunday

In Ordinary Time

†Masses and Intentions† Sat Confession: 3:30 – 4:30 pm Sat Oct 24, 4:30 pm Mass at St. Philip † Stephen E. Aukerman by K of C Council 6934

Sun Oct 25, 9:00 am Mass at St. Jude † Jacqueline Paesler by Kate Bannon † Robert & Jane Olivera by Barbara & Steve King

Sun Oct 25, 11:00 am Mass at St. Philip † Benedict Tracy by Ursula Peters Knights of Columbus Officers Installation after Mass

Monday & Tuesday: No Masses Wed Oct 28, 8:00 am Mass at St. Jude † John Hlobik by the Family Thur Oct 29, 8:00 am Mass at St. Jude Thur Oct 29, 6:00 pm Mass at St. Philip Fri Oct 30, 8:00 am Mass at St. Philip

Adoration following Mass; Divine Mercy Chaplet 1:50 pm; Benediction 2:00 pm

Sat Confession: 3:30 – 4:30 pm Sat Oct 31, 4:30 pm Mass at St. Philip † Thomas Surowka by His Parents

Sun Nov 1, 9:00 am Mass at St. Jude † Anne Huff by † Howard Huff † Pauline Plante by Maurice & Yvette Dionne

Sun Nov 1, 11:00 am Mass at St. Philip † John Zulick by Barbara Zulick & Family † Stephen E. Aukerman by Bill & Marie Guiles

OUR OFFERING OF THANKS TO GOD LAST WEEK

St. Philip Weekly Offering $ 2,711.00 St. Philip Maintenance/Fuel Offering $ 1,294.00 St. Jude Weekly Offering $ 996.00

MEMORIAL FUND TOTAL DONATIONS St. Philip Memorial Fund Donated $64,731.07 St. Philip Fund Balance $ 4,389.31 St. Jude Memorial Fund Donated $14,975.00 St. Jude Fund Balance $ 5,347.52

ATTENDANCE LAST WEEKEND

Saturday 4:30 pm St. Philip 10/17/15 121 Sunday 9:00 am St. Jude 10/18/15 117 Sunday 11:00 am St. Philip 10/18/15 124

Total: 362 Stewardship: “And Jesus said to him, ‘Go your way; your faith has made you well.’ And immediately he received his sight and followed him on the way.” (MARK

10:52). Faith is believing in something even though you may not be able to see it. Many people think that miracles don’t happen anymore. But, if you focus on the positive, not the negative, focus on your blessings instead of your hardships, miracles will seem common.

The Sanctuary Candle is lit for Eugene & Mary Alassi by the Family.

EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS, LECTORS,

ALTAR SERVERS: The November schedule is on the parish website.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS Installation of Officers Sunday, Oct. 25th after the 11:00 am Mass. All are welcome to attend.

The Blessed Mother Candle is lit for Thomas Surowka by His Parents.

PRAYER LIST: Gus Aiello, Lynne Allevo, John B,. Robert Blain, Kenny Botting, Francis Dagon, Carol Davidge, Renee Delisle, Raymond DeLorme, Rayna Desrosiers, Elaine Fisher, Jacob Fletcher, Rita Fogarty,

newborn Edward Foran-Cruz, Jackie Goble, Lisa Gorman, James H., John R. Henderson, Jr., Holly, Bill Karosi, Charlie King, Judd Kosakowski, Mary Manning, John Marcisin, Charlotte Grace McCutcheon, Eileen Molnar, Victoria & Richard Santi, Marge Servedio, Carolyn Tanajes, George Tomecko. Please help keep our list up-to-date.

PARISH MEETINGS: Prayer Shawl: Tues, Oct 27, 6:30 pm, Rectory. Liturgy Committee: Tues, Oct 27, 6:30 pm, Rectory. Women’s Bible Study: Tues, Nov 3, 10 am, Rectory. Knights of Columbus: Tues, Nov 10, 7pm, Parish Ctr. Parish Council: Tues, Nov 17, 7 pm, Rectory. Please join us. We need more members!

WEDNESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY Studying 2 Samuel/2 Kings. Led by Ed Conlan, 10:00 am in St. Philip Center.

ADULT EDUCATION RELIGION CLASSES Sat, Oct 31 at 11 am, St. Jude Church. Topic: Religions in America: Society of Friends(Quaker)/Shaker. Led by Ed Conlan. All are Welcome.

CCD CLASSES St. Philip grade 1-8 and St. Jude grade 5-8 Sundays at 9:30 a.m. in St. Philip Center. St. Jude grades 1-4 Wednesdays at 3:30 p.m. at St. Jude. Confirmation students will meet Thursdays at 7pm at the St. Philip Parish Center.

40 Days for LIFE Sept 23 – Nov 1. Please prayerfully consider your participation in this campaign to end abortion here in CT and in our Nation. Please visit: www.40daysforlife.com/norwich

THANK YOU to all who donated coats, warm blankets and baby clothes. The New England Region Knights of Columbus will distribute these the day after Thanksgiving. The time and place will be announced in a later bulletin.

CHURCH CLEANING COORDINATOR: needed to make the schedule for the volunteers. Please speak with Father Greg or call the office if you would be willing to do this. The CLEANING ANGELS are still needed to clean the church especially through the fall and winter months. You've done a beautiful job keeping our church sparkling clean and your time and efforts are so appreciated.

Women’s Retreat: Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center, W. Hartford. Jan 29-31, 2016. We encourage all ladies to attend this weekend of prayer, fellowship, teaching, encouraging and spending time with Our Lord, Jesus. The theme is “Into the Heart of Mercy”. Forms in vestibule. Please call Caroline at the Rectory Office Tues or Wed: 860-429-2860 or Marsha Peters at 860-429-4926.

BIRTHRIGHT OF WINDHAM depends on our contributions to continue their work. We collect baby clothing, diapers, wipes, lotion, shampoo, etc. throughout the year. Thank

you for supporting pregnant women and children.

CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR, SATURDAY DEC 5TH RAFFLE BASKETS are due by Nov 15th! That’s less than a month away! You may be inspired to create a basket of tea and

accessories, or a car wash basket, etc. The possibilities are endless. You may also donate a single item. In the past we have had a small Norfolk Island potted pine and a cold beverage decanter, to name a few examples. Just keep the value of your basket or item under $50.00. No restaurant gift cards and no alcohol please.Please bring your baskets or other raffle items to the rectory.

BAKERS take note! PIES, BAKED GOODS, ETC. WE NEED THEM! Please contribute your specialty to make our bake sale a success!

THANKSGIVING BASKETS for needy families in Ashford. Please donate non-perishable Thanksgiving dinner foods. We cannot distribute out of date food. There

will be a sign-up sheet for frozen turkey donations and we will also collect money for purchasing fresh foods. Last year we provided dinners and additional food to 18 families.

Daylight savings time ends Sunday, November 1st. Be sure to set your clock back on Saturday night!

SCHOOL SUPPLIES FOR HAITI Denise Pillion travels to Haiti with a group from St. Mary's Haitian Ministry which supports a secondary school in a remote farming village. The students need school supplies. Please bring pens, pencils, calculators, and plain backpacks for high school students. No notebooks, please: too heavy. There is a box in both churches for collection. Thank you!

WHEN YOU ARE PLANNING YOUR ESTATE, please consider putting St. Philip or St. Jude in your will. Leaving a donation is a wonderful way to be remembered while

supporting the ongoing needs of the parish. Also, Memorial Donation forms are on the parish website.

KofC IS SPONSORING A POLISH DINNER Sat, Nov 14th, 5:30 in St. Philip Parish Center. Tickets are available after Mass, in the office during office hours, or call John Doughty at 860-974-1535. Tickets

must be paid for in advance in order to notify the caterer of the quantity.

SAFE ENVIRONMENT CALLED TO PROTECT This is a national program adopted by our Bishops to educate adults in making our parishes safe especially for our children. All CCD parents & guardians for new and already registered students, new ministers, readers and other interested people are invited to participate in this program. All new teachers and CCD volunteers are obligated to participate in the safe environment education. We offer an online program. Please call Caroline at the rectory 860-429-2860 Tuesdays or Wednesdays to make arrangements or if you have any questions.

ASHFORD SENIORS FALL FAIR Sat, Nov 7, 9am-2pm, Ashford Senior Center, 25 Tremko Lane. Vendor tables $20. Lunch is available.

ST. MARY’S YULETIDE FESTIVAL, Sat, Nov 7, 8am-2pm St. Mary Church Hall, 218 Providence St., Putnam, CT. Raffles, vendors, Christmas Café, Handmade articles, homemade bake goods, music.

ASHFORD BUSINESS ASSOCIATION FAIR Sat, Nov 28, 9 am-2 pm, St. Philip Parish Center.

EAST CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE Thurs, Nov 5, 2015 at 6:45 p.m. The entrance exam for 8th graders will be given on Sat, Nov 14, 2015 at 8 a.m. at East Catholic High School. Registration for the exam is advised. Visit www.echs.com or call Admissions at 860-649-5336 x6456 for info!

Knights of Columbus is seeking a Field Agent for a career opportunity representing their insurance programs. We offer a complete benefits package with this full-time position. In order to qualify, one must be eligible for membership in the Knights of Columbus. For more information, please call Tom Kenny, General Agent, at 860-434-7002 or email your resume to Thomas.kenny@kofc.org.

Please join Bishop Cote at the 6th Annual Seton Scholarship Dinner honoring the recipients of the Most Reverend Michael R. Cote, D.D. Award for Contributions to Catholic Education to be held at 4 PM on Sun, Nov 1, 2015 at The Riverhouse at Goodspeed Station, 55 Bridge Road, Haddam, CT. This year’s honorees are Brother Lawrence Harvey, CFX, Sister Mary A. McCarthy, RSM and Mrs. Kathleen R. Clancy. Tickets are $150/person. All proceeds benefit Catholic Schools within the Diocese. Opportunities for sponsorship and program advertising are available. For tickets and more information, please contact Kathy Gaito at 860-886-1928 ext. 15, kgaito@norwichdiocese.net or visit www.norwichdiocesedevelopment.org.

Marriage Encounter Weekend ~ Give your marriage a spiritual boost. Come back refreshed and full of energy. A Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend will help you enjoy life with a new closeness to each other and with God. Nov 6-8 in Manchester. Paul and Kim Gilbert 860-376-0440. Email: meweekend@gmail.com. Website: www.wwme.org.

CARD MINISTRY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED We would like to begin sending get well and sympathy cards to those in our parish who are ill or have lost a loved one. If this ministry is something that speaks to you, the church will provide the cards and stamps. Please call the office at 860-429-2860. We are hoping that new people will come forward. We'd love to get to know you! RETROUVAILLE IS A LIFELINE FOR SERIOUS MARRIAGE BUILDING AND REPAIR If your marriage has become troubled and stressed, unloving or uncaring; even if you are divorced or separated but want to try again, the Retrouvaille program can help. Retrouvaille provides tools to communicate better, resolve conflicts fairly, and re-discover why you fell in love. For information, call confidentially 1-800-470-2230, email 3001@retrouvaille.org or visit our website: www.helpourmarriage.com or www.retrouvaille.org.

RESTROOMS AT ST. PHILIP CHURCH will now be locked when office/church is closed for security. We are sorry for any inconvenience. Thank you.

PARISHIONER REGISTRATION Do you have a New Address or Phone Number? Are you Moving Out of the Area? 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 you/they will no longer be a member of St. Philip or St. Jude parishes, please let the office know. If your, or a loved one's financial circumstances change and you/they will no longer be using envelopes, 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!

RACHEL’S VINEYARD RETREAT WEEKENDS “I did not think the sorrow and wounds from my abortion, could be healed.” Healing and forgiveness begins with a Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat. Retreat Oct. 30-Nov. 1 in CT call 203-631-9030. rachelsvineyard.org “PROJECT RACHEL” is our Diocesan ministry for anyone seeking healing and forgiveness. Priests in Project Rachel ministry are there for you with God’s Grace and Mercy. Call 860-889-8346 ext.283. All inquiries are confidential.

Eucharistic Adoration: two adorers are needed each hour after Mass on Fridays at St. Philip 9am to 2pm. We need people who can commit to one hour, as well as people able to substitute when necessary. All are invited.

SHARE YOUR JOY! If you are celebrating a special event let us know so we can celebrate with you.

WELCOME TO OUR VISITORS

Please make yourself at home. If you would like to make St. Philip or St. Jude your parish, please put a registration form in the collection basket.

MASS INTENTION ENVELOPES To make it easy to order a Mass for your beloved dead or for any occasion like an anniversary, birthday, etc., please pick up a Mass Intention envelope in the vestibule at St. Philip's or next to the bulletins on the table at St. Jude’s. You can fill it out and place it in the collection basket. Weekend and Holy Day Masses are $20; weekday Masses are $15.

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. We cannot distribute opened or out-of-date food.

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.

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, 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. To apply, contact: Dir, Youth, Family & Social Serv., Town of Willington, 40 Old Farms Rd. Willington, CT 06279. Phone: 860-487-3118; FAX: 860.487-3125 Email: wyfss@willingtonct.org.

If you need a Gluten-free host, please request one during communion. SHOW YOUR SUPPORT FOR LIFE! “Choose Life” 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, it’s so easy! Go to www.fund-adoption.org for info

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

RELIGIOUS FREEDOM: Pope Francis has emphasized that “religious freedom is not simply freedom of thought or private worship. It is the freedom to live according to ethical principles, both privately and publicly.” If you haven’t 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 U.S. 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: www.whitehouse.gov/contact.

Do you or someone you know need a Prayer Shawl? Contact: Carolann Hernberg: 860- 487-0449, chernberg01@snet.net.

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 #.

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 donna@vertefeuille.org.

Love one another as I have loved you. As you do unto the least of your brothers, you do unto me.

Familiar words – How can we put them into action? Ministering to the sick and elderly is a good beginning.

St. Joseph’s 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 ESPECIALLY on the weekends. We also need volunteers to join our Vigil Team as we accompany our residents on their journey to eternal rest. If you hear God calling, please call Sarah Perry at 860-465-1107 ext. 124.

MARRIAGE PREP CLASS FOR ENGAGED COUPLES

“God’s Plan for a Joy-filled Marriage” To register for a 3-session class call: The Office of Family Life at 860-889-8346 ext. 283.

INTERESTED IN LEARNING ABOUT ADOPTION? Catholic Charities provides services for all members of the adoption triad: Infant adoption placements, domestic and international home studies and adoption searches. 860-889-8346 ext.282 or susansedensky@ccfsn.org. Monthly meetings for couples waiting to adopt or to learn about adoption and weekly Birth Mother Support Group meetings every Tues 9:30 am at the Catholic Charities Office, 331 Main St., Norwich. For info 860-889-8346 x 282.

Natural Family Planning Classes ~ For Married and Engaged. (NFP) is the safe and loving alternative to the dangerous chemical and synthetic hormonal side-effects of contraception and birth control. NFP is scientific and 99% effective for conceiving or responsibly postponing your baby. NFP can also help with fertility problems. Home Study and online are available. Classes are ongoing in our diocese. Call the Collison’s 860-399-8265. www.ccli.org. Virtual Online and Home Study Course in English and Spanish also available.

PARENTS DIVORCING AND/OR RESOLVING CHILD

CUSTODY ISSUES – 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 Spanish/bilingual 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.

ALTAR SERVERS NEEDED Father Greg needs Altar Servers. If you are interested please call the office or speak with Father Greg. Thank you.

LIFE IN THE SPIRIT will be presented on DVD’s beginning Wed, Oct 21st at the Spiritual Renewal Center, 11 Bath St, Norwich, CT 06360. Two sessions held each week 2 pm and 7 pm. The series runs for 7 weeks. Fr. Ray and Judith will facilitate. Please call 860-887-0702 to register. A Free Will Offering will be accepted.

MASS OF HEALING is offered at the Spiritual Renewal Center, 11 Bath St Norwich, CT on Mon, Oct 26th. Mass is at 2:00 PM. Fr. Ray is the Celebrant and a healing prayer by Judith.

HEALING AND FREEDOM CONFERENCE will be presented on Sat, Nov 7th at the Spiritual Renewal Center 11 Bath Street Norwich, CT- Please note the date change. Conference is 9 AM to 5 PM. Donation is $25.00. Pre-registration is required. Please call Spiritual Renewal Office (860) 887-2702.

Pregnant? Need help? CATHOLIC CHARITIES Pregnancy and Adoption Programs provide concrete help & answers. Call 1-800-BABYDUE, even if you simply want to talk.

CATHOLIC ALASKAN EXPLORER CRUISE 7-night Cruise with Fr. William Gold. July 23rd – July 30th, 2016 on Holland America’s Westerdam out of Seattle, WA. Ports of Call: Juneau, Alaska, Glacier Bay National Park, Sitka, Alaska, Ketchikan, Alaska, Victoria, British Columbia. Prices begin at $2677 for two passengers which includes all port fees and taxes. Daily Mass offered. Deposits of $350 per person will reserve your cabin. Space is limited. For further info or to register, contact Doug or Eileen at 860-399-1785 or Doug@CatholicCruisesAndTours.com.

Home Buyers and Foreclosure Prevention Classes: For help with purchasing a home, fallen behind on mortgage payments or help with 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 hour Home Buyers Education Classes are offered by Catholic Charities in Norwich, New London and Plainfield locations. Info: 860-889-8346 ext. 271.

UPCOMING EVENTS HOLY FAMILY RETREAT CENTER Friday-Sunday, Nov 6-8. Holy Family Retreat Center, West Hartford. Men’s Weekend Retreat: “Into the Heart of Mercy.” Explore ways of cultivating mercy amid life’s inevitable challenges. $295 – more if you can, less if you can’t. 860-760-9705. www.holyfamilyretreat.org Saturday, Nov 7, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Holy Family Retreat Center, West Hartford. How to Be “Positively” Stressed, with Ken Steller. Identify the differences between positive stress, distress and burnout and create a personal action plan for being “positively” stressed. $65, includes lunch. Tuesday, Nov 10, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Holy Family Retreat Center, West Hartford. Holiday Bread-Baking, with Sr. Elaine Betoncourt. Bake and take home a holiday stollen. $65, includes lunch. Register by Nov 1. Tuesday, Nov 10, 9 a.m. -2 p.m. Holy Family Retreat Center, West Hartford. Nourishing the Spirit of the Parish Minister, with Liza Peters and Lisa Orchen. Rejuvenate yourself, refresh your professional tool kit, and enjoy the friendship of fellow co-workers in parish ministry. Includes continental breakfast, Mass and lunch. $40. Friday-Sunday, Nov 13-15. Holy Family Retreat Center, West Hartford. Cultivating a Deeper Love, with Paula D’Arcy. Weekend retreat on what it means to open to the greater love found in the depth of our being – the source of peace and forgiveness. Commuter $225; private room with hall bath $375; private room with private bath $650. Wednesday, Nov 18, 7-8:30 a.m. Holy Family Retreat Center, West Hartford. Your Faith at Work, with Bill Walsh. Mass at 7 a.m. followed by breakfast and stimulating conversation. $25. Friday-Sunday, Nov 20-22. Holy Family Retreat Center, West Hartford. Matt Talbot Women’s Recovery Retreat. Women in recovery are invited into a peaceful atmosphere where they can rest, renew their spiritual life, and deepen their sobriety. $175. Scholarships available. Gail Wells, 203-804-8406.www.holyfamilyretreat.org.

30TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION Diocese of Norwich Outreach to Haiti is thirty years old this fall! We are celebrating this milestone on November 7, 2015. All are invited to attend - especially the many people that have helped in this ministry over the last 30 years. Besides celebrating 30 years of service to and relationship with the Haitian people, we are also honoring a few of the many individuals who have played large roles in leading our efforts in this ministry. Honorees: Most Reverend Daniel P Reilly; Monsignor James Carini; Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Petruzzi. Mass at 4:00 pm at Mercy High School, Middletown, CT, celebrated by Most Reverend Michael R Cote, followed by reception and dinner. Cost $60 per person, $50 for religious. For more information on the celebration call 860-887-1019, or visit our website at www.outreachtohaiti.org

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 – 918-0532 Barry Bernier 860 – 830-5443

Mark Rivard 860 – 933 – 6877 or mlrivard@charter.net 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.