Saint Thomas Church 99 Bristol Street, Southington, CT 06489-4599 Telephone: 860-628-4713 Web Site: www.stthomassouthington.org e-mail: [email protected]Fax: 860-628-7341 Religious Ed email: [email protected]Pastor Rev. Nicholas P. Melo [email protected]Deacon Angelo J. Coppola St. Thomas Convent 860-621-1904 Director of Religious Education Sr. Marie Roccapriore, M.P.F. 860-628-9679 Southington Catholic School Mrs. Patricia Wirkus, Principal 860-628-2485 Mass Schedule Chapel Monday & Tuesday.................................................... 7:30 a.m. Thursday & Friday ................................................... 12:10 p.m. Saturday ..................................................................... 8:00 a.m. Church Saturday Vigil ............................................................ 4:00 p.m. Sunday ...............................................7:30 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. Reconciliation Saturday................................................................... 2:30 p.m. or by Appointment Holy Hour (Chapel) Tuesday (for vocation) ............................................ 11:00 a.m. Thursday (with Benediction) .................................. 11:00 a.m. Eucharistic Adoration ....................... 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Miraculous Medal Novena (Chapel) Tuesday ...................................................................... 7:00 p.m. Sponsor Certificates Sponsor Certificates are available in the sacristy of the Church or the rectory office. You must be an active parishioner, registered with our parish for 6 months or more. The use of the envelope system assists in verifying that you are an active parishioner. Baptism Parents are asked to contact Jean at the rectory to arrange for a Baptism. Marriage The Archdiocese requires a minimum of 6 months for marriage preparation. Couples should contact Fr. Nick at the rectory. RCIA - The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults If your faith journey has led you to think about the Catholic Church or to receive the sacraments of Eucharist and Confirmation, please join us in the RCIA. For more information contact Sr. Marie Roccapriore, M.P.F. at the Convent.
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Saint Thomas Church 99 Bristol Street, Southington, CT 06489-4599
Telephone: 860-628-4713 Web Site: www.stthomassouthington.org e-mail: [email protected]
Miraculous Medal Novena (Chapel) Tuesday ...................................................................... 7:00 p.m.
Sponsor Certificates Sponsor Certificates are available in the sacristy of the Church or
the rectory office. You must be an active parishioner, registered
with our parish for 6 months or more. The use of the envelope
system assists in verifying that you are an active parishioner.
Baptism Parents are asked to contact Jean at the rectory to arrange for a
Baptism.
Marriage The Archdiocese requires a minimum of 6 months for marriage
preparation. Couples should contact Fr. Nick at the rectory.
RCIA - The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults If your faith journey has led you to think about the Catholic
Church or to receive the sacraments of Eucharist and
Confirmation, please join us in the RCIA. For more information
contact Sr. Marie Roccapriore, M.P.F. at the Convent.
ST. THOMAS CHURCH SOUTHINGTON
SATURDAY, MAY 7 4:00 Patti Yorski, req. by her husband and daughter
SUNDAY, MAY 8
7:30 Stephen, John and Thomas Kiltonic, and Eldie and
Helen Moyer, req. by Genevieve Maigarie
10:00 William Barbier, req. by Alice O’Hala
MONDAY, MAY 9
7:30 Gemma Volpe and Maria Renzi, req. by Louisa Renzi
TUESDAY, MAY 10 St. Damien de Veust
7:30 Michaelina Lilee and Elizabeth Biasiucci, req. by
Connie Ottalagana
THURSDAY, MAY 12 SS. Nereus and Achilleus and St. Pancras
12:10 Hazel Collins, req. by Richard Collins and family
FRIDAY, MAY 13 Our Lady of Fatima
12:10 Giovanni and Elana Vecchio, Maria and Pasquale
DiChello
SATURDAY, MAY 14 St. Matthias
8:00 Parishioners whose Funeral Mass was in April:
4:00 In Honor of the 50th Wedding Anniversary of Albert
and Joan Coppola
SUNDAY, MAY 15 PENTACOST SUNDAY
7:30 Anne Miller—5th Anniversary, req. by Nancy and Don
Ouimette and family
10:00 Regina Venditto, req. by Carl Venditto
NEW PARISHIONERS Welcome! We are delighted to have you join our parish. Please
introduce yourself to Fr. Nick after Mass. Parish registration forms
are available in the sacristy after Mass or at the rectory office during
the week.
The sanctuary flowers are donated this week in memory of Patti Yorski, requested by her husband and daughter.
LADIES GUILD
The St. Thomas Ladies Guild will be having its annual Scholarship Banquet on Monday, May 16th at 6:30PM at the Manor Inn. The cost is $30 per person for a family style dinner. All are welcome!! Please contact Shandra Folcik at 860-628-9966 for reservations.
OUR LADY OF CALVARY WOMENS’ RETREAT
The women’s retreat for our parish begins on Friday, May 13th, at Our Lady of Calvary Retreat Center in Farmington, CT. There may still be time to make a reservation. Give yourself the gift of quiet time to “hear God’s voice.” this year’s theme is “Encountering the Tenderness of God”. For information call Barbara Dahlgren at 860-276-0758.
ST. THOMAS PRAYER LINE MINISTRY
To make a request for prayer contact Barbara Burke: 860-621-3129, Noreen Fragola 860-628-2500, or the Sisters at the
Convent: 860-621-1904.
BULLETIN
All bulletin announcements must be submitted in writing no later than the Monday prior to publication. Submitting well in advance of that date is greatly appreciated.
MOM’S
Saint Thomas MOM’s Inspirational and Support Group! This ministry provides Mom’s with inspiration, guidance, and emotional support and strengthens the bonds of friendship and sisterhood. The next meeting will be held on Monday, May 9th at 7pm in the convent.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
The 3rd Annual Catholic Citizenship Awards of the Southington Knights of Columbus, Assembly 122 will be held from 12 noon to 3pm on Sunday, May 22nd at Hawks Landing CC, Southington. Honorees this year are Gloria Colonero, Mary Our Queen;
Nicholas DePaola, St. Aloysius; John Leary, St. Dominic; and Sr.
Marie Roccapriore, St. Thomas. All are invited to celebrate these community heroes. Cost of reception, luncheon and awards presentations is $28.00 pp. Advance payment please. RSVP by May 15th. Checks payable to Knights of Columbus may be mailed to Phil Mazzatti: 59 Marcy Drive, Southington. For more info call 860-276-8228.
MERCY ME: THE CHALLENCE OF SELF-FORGIVENESS
The Basilica of the Immaculate Conception Presents the workshop “MERCY ME” on May 16th at 6:30pm in McGivney Hall, 74 West Main St., Waterbury, CT. This workshop will present an overview of the ways we can begin to embrace God’s love and forgiveness through a realistic appreciation of our human dignity and goodness. Email Jason at: [email protected].
UNICO GOLD MEDAL OF HONOR DINNER
The Southington Chapter of UNICO National will hold their 71st Gold Medal of Honor Dinner on Wednesday evening, May 18, 2016, and this years’ award recipient is Sister Marie Roccapriore. The event will be held at the Aqua Turf Club on Mulberry St. in Southington, with Cocktails at 6:15pm and Dinner at 7:00pm. Tickets are $55 per person and are available at the St. Thomas Rectory.
PENTACOST SUNDAY
Next Sunday is Pentecost Sunday, one of the greatest days on the Church’s calendar. The liturgical color of Pentecost is red, signifying the fire of the Holy Spirit. We invite all parishioners to wear something red next weekend.
COURAGE AND ENCOURAGE SUPPORT GROUPS
Courage is a Catholic support group for men and women who experience same-sex attraction and are seeking to live chaste lives in Christ. Courage plans to meet Thursday, May 12th and May 26th at 7pm. Encourage helps the loved-ones of those who experience same-sex attraction to grow in understanding and love, while honoring the virtue of chastity. Encourage will meet on Wednesday, May 18th at 7pm. For meeting locations and additional information you can contact Fr. Robert Landback, Chaplain at 203-488-1607 x13, or [email protected].
The Archbishop’s Annual Appeal exceeds $8,000,000! Thank you to the parish families who have made a gift or pledge to the 2016 Archbishop’s Annual Appeal. If you have not yet participated, please prayerfully consider doing so. Last year due to your generosity, the Appeal donated almost $1,000,000 to local charities. Here are three of the local organizations in your area that were provided funds through the Vicariate Outreach Program: Bread for Life, Southington, Franciscan Life Center, Meriden, and Master’s Manna, Wallingford.
The Church Sanctuary Candle is offered this week in memory of the deceased members of the Elliott and Marks Family, requested by Stephen and Audrey Elliott. The Chapel Sanctuary Candle is offered this week in memory of Sarah Kolosky Borrelli.
SAINT THOMAS CEMETERY
Pre-need graves are available for purchase, by appointment, at Saint Thomas Cemetery. Columbarium niches for cremains are also available. To schedule an appointment, please call 860-628-4713, Monday—Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
CATHOLIC BIBLICAL SCHOOL
The Archdiocese of Hartford Catholic Biblical School offers a comprehensive Bible study from a Catholic perspective. Interested adults should contact the office at St. Thomas Seminary by August 15th. Classes begin in Bloomfield, Hamden, Southington and the Waterbury area in early September. For more information, check the website www.orehartford.org or call Jill or BJ at 860-242-5573.
Most Reverend Daniel A. Cronin conferred the sacrament of Confirmation upon the following parishioners on Friday, April 29th at St. Thomas Church. May the Holy Spirit strengthen them as they take this important step in their faith journey. We congratulate them, their families, and all who worked with them in their preparation. Gabriella Bassi-Belanger Elizabeth Melvin Lauren Cannata Gianna Passarelli
Benjamin Caron Ethan Rathbun
Kaitlyn Carrubba Brett Rycki
Gabriela Casale Ashley Shafran
Bridget Delaney Michael Sorvillo
Savanna Gilbert Liana Testa
Derek Hagan Anthony Vecchio
Kayliann Hernandez Jacob Weed
Tyler Kuczynski Kara Zazzaro
Daniel Marut
MOTHER’S DAY
SPIRITUAL BOUQUET ~ MASS REMEMBRANCE
DECEASED:
Josephine Roccapriore Frances Piazza Jennie Macri Jeanne O. Plourd Theresa M. Cyr Erminia Salzillo Adelaide Casale Katarine Hanecak Mary Czerwienski Alfreda Beauchene Saveria Sabino Nellie Kaczynski Marie Albert Wanda Buczak Ann Kupcho Jean Graham Rolande Wright Angeline Garry Lucy Zumbolo Rae Torello Yvonne Allaire Alice DeVeau Julia Manware Helen Mirisola Michaelina Perillo Teresa Zacchia Mary Zacchio Maria Fragola Viola DiCaprio Ruth Lessor Julia Casale & all mothers Carmel Giammatteo Rose Longo & all mothers Maria Bermudez Josphine Maiorano Antoinette Sabadosa Helen Yorski Mary A. Labrie Alexandrina (Shandra) Mongillo Helen Folcik Maria Faraone Jennie Aldi Louise Sieruta Rose Palumbo Mary Dupuis Anna Suchar Constance Siemiatkoski Amelia Gioia Flora Cello Annette Mongillo Marie Atwater Vincenza Giano Florence Lalla LIVING:
MaryAnn Derynioski Mary Ingriselli Continued next week…...
� SOUTHINGTON CATHOLIC SCHOOL NEWS!
GOLF TOURNAMENT: Southington Catholic will host their inaugural Golf Tournament on Friday, May 20th, beginning at 9am at the Southington Country Club. Call 860-628-2485 to register yourself, your foursome, or donate a raffle item if you are not a golfer, or contact Rose at [email protected]. It is a great event to help support our school. REGISTRATION IS OPEN: Southington Catholic is now accepting registration for the 2016-2017 school year. If you know someone who is interested in an excellent Pre-K through 8th grade Catholic education please invite them contact the Advancement Office at 860-628-2485.
