OCTOBER 19, 2014 TWENTY-NINTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2014 4:00 Hipolit Narwid – req. by Bernice & Jack Czertak SUNDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2014 8:00 Florence Toscano – req. by the Family 10:00 Josephine & Louis D’Atri – req. by Anne Krafft 11:45 Alfred Silver – req. by the Family 5:00 Dulce Martins – req. by Peg & Dan Lareau MONDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2014 7:00 William C. Roman – req. by The Coleman Family 8:00 Nancy A. Sullivan – req. by Gerald & Sharon Kumnick 12:05 Dianne & Sylvia Tull – req. by the Family 6:00 Vesper Service TUESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2014 7:00 Ed & Virginia Mirek – req. by Brian & Ann Thibeault 8:00 Frank Messina – req. by Bernard Davidow 12:05 John Sherwin – req. by the Fitzsimons Family WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2014 7:00 Martha L. McManus – req. by Sheila & Paul Dworkin 8:00 A. Patricia Stapleton – req. by Sheila & Paul Dworkin 12:05 Mario Cipriano – req. by Sheila & Paul Dworkin THURSDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2014 7:00 Roman Sikara – req. by Gerald & Sharon Kumnick 8:00 Dennis Hebert – req. by Janet Sevigny 12:05 Jennifer Hamilton, 10th anniversary – req. by the Family FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2014 7:00 Pauline Thomasino – req. by Dave Dunbar 8:00 Osiena Colantonio, 1st anniversary – req. by the Family 12:05 Lina Cercone – req. by the Bramante/Cercone Family SATURDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2014 4:00 Marion Kuzma – req. by Bernice & Jack Czertak SUNDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2014 8:00 James Healey – req. by Mark & Nora Fox 10:00 Living & Deceased Members of the Ladies Guild – req. by the Ladies Guild 11:45 Harry & Eva Czaczkes – req. by Tina & Ed Czaczkes 5:00 Mary & Bill Sowerbutts – req. by the Wawzyniecki Family SANCTUARY LAMPS – WEEK OF OCTOBER 19, 2014 In loving memory of Annunziata Maradei – req. by the Family. Please Remember The Sick In Your Prayers: Judith Cardoni; Berniece Hearsch Please Remember The Deceased In Your Prayers: John LeConche SISTER PARISH UPDATE Proverb: Piti, piti, zwazo fe nich li. (Little by little the bird builds its nest.) Our travelers have arrived home safely. There is much to share so keep watching for information over the upcoming weeks. Plans are already being made for the next trip in early 2015. There is good news from St. Genevieve relating to today's proverb. The engineering firm has been chosen to rebuild the church. Construction is expected to begin next month. It has been a long process and even baby steps are encouraging. The next meeting of the Sister Parish Committee is on Monday, October 20, at 6:30 in the Franciscan Center. Peace and All Good. ADULT FAITH FORMATION Listing of Fall/Advent 2014 Programs are available in the Church or at www.spsact.org Spiritual Reflection – Mon. 6:30-8:00 p.m. Oct. 20, Nov. 17, Dec. 15 Facilitator: Trudi White Lectio Divina – Tues. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Oct. 21, Nov. 4 & 18, Dec. 2 & 16 Facilitator: John Lemega Franciscan Reading Group – Wed. 6:30-8:00 p.m. Oct. 22, No. 12 & 26, Dec. 10 Book: by Richard Rohr. The book is available through Amazon. New members are invited to join at any time. MORNING PRAYER SHAWL MEETING The next meeting of the Morning Prayer Shawl ministry is Thursday, October 30 at 10:30 a.m. in the Franciscan Center. All are welcome! COMMUNAL ANOINTING We invite you to celebrate communal anointing with us at the weekend Masses on November 8/9. We invite and encourage anyone who is seriously ill, with prolonged or chronic illness or disease (heart, cancer, respiratory ailments, diabetes, etc.), those with the disease of alcoholism or other addictions; those who suffer from mental illness and disorders; anyone facing exploratory surgery with its uncertainty and anxiety and those experiencing aging with its limitations, its fears and isolation together with caregivers and family to join us at any of those weekend Masses. Today We Prayed For: all ministers of the news of God’s great love – in our community, the city of Hartford and the world. Dear Parishioners and Friends at St. Patrick-St. Anthony and St. Genevieve, May the Lord give you peace. I thank you for your support of the Ministry Fair last weekend. It was a great event and an opportunity to see so much of the ministry that is happening here! I thank Trudi for coordinating the event, and as she has said - “it takes a village” - so thanks again to everyone for taking the time to assist or visit the fair! This weekend the church invites us to pray for the mission of the church in the world. We know that there is a good deal of brokenness in the human experience of the world and the church. We pray for the embodiment of the mission of the Gospel which nurtures communion with all, calls for just relationships, and for the discernment to realize the variety of cultural and religious experiences throughout the world. We hear the words of Jesus in John’s Gospel - “in my Father’s house there are many dwelling places” - and realize the multitude of experiences of God’s presence. This has been an exciting week as we have heard of the interim report from the Synod of Bishops in Rome. Actually, there has not been this much energy around a Bishop’s gathering in Rome since the Second Vatican Council. The report grounds itself in the social-cultural contexts of modern living, focuses the mission on the Gospel, and considers major issues for the church. The issues raised are: cohabiting couples and a shift away from the language of sin to a recognition of the potential for the church to assist these couples on their journey in Christ; the church’s mission to wounded families; nurturing couples and family life; “homosexuals have gifts and qualities to offer to the Christian Community; and procreation”. The vocabulary change alone is significant. If you have not had a chance to look at the readings for Mass this week, I invite you to pray with them in relationship to the presence and activity of the Spirit at the Synod. (Check mailto:http://www.usccb.org for the readings.) They provide a wonderful direction for the Bishops’ considerations. I ask your continued prayer for the work of the Synod as they begin the year-long preparation for the conclusion of their reflections. I thank our Open Hearts Ministry for hosting the film, Taking a Chance on God, last weekend. We were fortunate to have the producer/director of the work, Brendan Fay, with us. I thank all who were able to attend. I also thank Pat Curtis for assisting in the project. ● Thank you to everyone who was part of last weekend’s Ministry Fair! It was great to see so many people inquiring about ministry. If you missed the Ministry Fair, the new Ministry Guide is available at the doors of the Church and in the office. ● The Commitment to Ministry Intention forms can be returned on November 1 & 2, 2014 at the doors of the church. For information, please contact Trudi in the Volunteer Ministry Office ● Have you ever considered offering your time during worship? There are several opportunities to serve the community such as ushering, sacristan, Altar Server, Lector, Eucharistic Minister and one of the three choirs. To find out more, please speak with a member of the Pastoral Staff. ● The House of Bread is in need of help for Saturday & Sunday pick-up from Trader Joes. Please call Trudi in the parish office to find out the details of this need. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ STEWARDSHIP REFLECTION The bishops’ pastoral letter on stewardship reminds us, “Jesus not only calls people to Him but also forms them and sends them out in His service. Being sent on a mission is a consequence of being disciples. LIVING STEWARDSHIP We are grateful this week for all stewards in our parish who re-prioritize their giving in these challenging times and the faith to keep the mission of Christ first! CATHERINE’S PLACE AT THE FRANCISCAN CENTER FOR URBAN MINISTRY IN COLLABORATION WITH MERCY HOUSING AND SHELTER CORPORATION WE CONTINUE TO NEED ITEMS FOR CATHERINE’S PLACE: Coffee…Butter…Juice…Cereal…Bread (white or wheat) Paper Towels…Toilet Paper…Sugar 1 gallon ziplock bags Please bring your donations to the plastic bin marked “Catherine’s Place” at the back of the church. Thank you for your generosity! The Secular Franciscan Order Meeting Our Haiti travelers have returned and have stories to tell. I look forward to catching up with them soon. I thank you for your prayers as they traveled. Finally, I thank you for your support of the Appeal. With your help most of our projects have been accomplished and are being funded. I thank you for whatever form of support you are able to give - prayer- ministry- financial. I am most grateful. Is God calling you to walk in the footsteps of St. Francis of Assisi? Join us for our meeting in the Urban Ministry Center on Sunday, October 26 with the rosary at 1:30 and meeting at 2:00 p.m. Two of our members will present a talk about their recent trip to Assisi. We will then listen to a speech on Franciscan spirituality by Brother Bill Short, OFM. NOVEL IDEA: FICTION DISCUSSION GROUP A group of parishioners and friends gather once a month at the Urban Ministry Center to discuss works of fiction with a wide appeal. We invite and welcome new participants. Feel free to join us when the book announced in the bulletin is of interest to you or become a regular participant and help us choose the selections. For more information, contact Marybeth Walsh (860-523-7034) or Sara Zagorski (860-721-1814). Upcoming Selections: Nov. 20 Code Name Verity by Elizabeth Wein Dec. 18 TransAtlantic by Colum McCann Date/Time: Thurs., Nov. 20 – 7 to 8:30 p.m. Place: Franciscan Center for Urban Ministry OPEN HEARTS GAY & LESBIAN MINISTRY Next meeting: November 9, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. Families & Friends of the Gay & Lesbian Community Next Meeting: October 28, 2014 at 6:30 p.m. Sr. Ginny and individual parents are available for oneon-one visits. Please call the church office for further information. CLARE GALLERY BETWEEN THE LINES – Works by Carole P. Kunstadt Exhibition Date: Oct. 23-Dec. 28, 2014 Reception Date: Thurs., Nov. 13 Reception & Panel Discussion: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Sacred Harp Concert: 7:45-9:00 p.m. Carole P. Kunstadt’s process reveals how language becomes visual through re-interpretation. Her images have a meditative quality. Though the words may not be visible, the spiritual essence of the sacred texts remains. The panel discussion includes the artist, Sacred Harp singer Ellen Lueck, Yale University music Professor Ian Quinn Ph.D., and St. Patrick-St. Anthony Director of Music ad musician Gabriel Löfvall. Sacred Harp is a uniquely American tradition that brings communities together to sing four-part hymns and anthems. The choirs of St. Patrick-St. Anthony, panel members and audience members all participate in this concert. HOUSE OF BREAD Kids Cafe Help feed over 400 kids a day with donations of canned vegetables, pasta, rice, tuna, powdered milk, spices, yummy spices of taco seasoning, adobo, sofrito, or help us deliver the meals and clean up with plastic wrap, aluminum foil, bleach, dish detergent, paper towels/napkins/cups. www.hobread.org...more than just soup! Be a fan! LECTOR WORKSHOP The Office of Divine Worship will be holding a Lector Workshop on Saturday, November 1, 2014 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at St. Thomas Seminary, Bloomfield. Speaker: Fr. David Baranowski Registration Fee: $15.00 includes coffee/pastry upon arrival. Checks payable to Office for Divine For a registration form, please call Fran in the parish office at 860-756-4034. BECOMING A EUCHARISTIC PEOPLE An Afternoon of Reflection for Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Sunday, November 9, 2014 – 1:30-5:00 p.m. St. Peter Church Hall, Torrington, CT Speaker: Msgr. Gerard Schmitz Registration Fee: $15.00. Checks payable to Office for Divine Worship. For a registration form, please call Fran in the parish office at 860-756-4034. COLLECTION AMOUNTS Weekly – Oct. 11/12 $ 14,003.00 On-line Giving $ 632.00 2014 Appeal Goal $115,000.00 2014 Appeal Pledges a/o Oct. 12 $ 93,845.00 To register for Online Giving, please visit our website: www.spsact.org Thank you for your generosity and support. READINGS – OCT. 20-26, 2014 Mon. Tues. Wed. Thurs. Fri. Sun. Eph 2:1-10; Lk 12:13-21 Eph 2:12-22; Lk 12:35-38 Eph 3:2-12; Lk 12:39-48 Eph 3:14-21; Lk 12:49-53 Eph 4:1-6; Lk 12:54-59 Ex 22:20-26; 1 Thes 1:5c-10; Mt 22:34-40 SECOND COLLECTION – OCTOBER 18/19, 2014 The second collection today is for the Propagation of the Faith (World Mission Sunday). LITTLE SISTERS OF THE POOR A special collection will be taken up next weekend, October 25/26, for the benefit of St. Joseph’s Residence in Enfield. The Little Sisters of the Poor will be in attendance at all of the Masses and look forward to meeting parishioners. The Little Sisters of the Poor have worked with the elderly poor in Enfield and New Haven since 1901. Your generosity will assist the Little Sisters of the Poor to continue to provide care for the elderly poor. Don’t miss these Faith Formation opportunities! * Register NOW for a program or two with a friend * Please call the Parish Office at 860-756-4034. SPIRITUALITY AND MORALITY: The Role of Prayer in the Moral Life Thursday, October 23, 6:30—9:00 p.m. Does it make a difference to the moral life if you are a person of prayer? In the pre‐Vatican II manuals of moral theology, prayer was treated largely as an obligation in the moral life; for example, a person had to attend mass every Sunday under pain of sin. The relationship between the moral life and the spiritual life was viewed in terms of duties coupled with penalties if one failed to perform one’s duties. Can we speak in terms other than obligation when discussing the relationship of spirituality and morality? This presentation will explore the various ways that our prayer life and our moral experience enrich each other. Presenter: Fr. Kenneth Himes, OFM Suggested Offering: $10.00 Fr. Kenneth R. Himes, OFM, is a Franciscan friar and former chairman of the Department of Theology at Boston College where he continues to teach theological ethics. REEL FAITH: The Jewish Cardinal Tuesday, October 28, 6:30—8:30 p.m. “The Jewish Cardinal” film accurately describes a real man, Jean‐Marie Lustiger, the Paris‐born son of Jewish immigrants from Poland, who maintained his Jewish identity even after converting to Catholicism at a young age and later joining the priesthood. Quickly rising within the ranks of the Church, he was appointed Archbishop of Paris by Pope John Paul II, and then made a Cardinal. The movie keeps a steady focus on the strange way this “man of God and of contradictions” insists on being both Jewish and Catholic, and sometimes being a bridge between the two. Film is unrated; 1 hour and 36 minutes in length, with subtitles. Facilitator: Marion Kingsbury Free Will Offering EMMAUS MINISTRY – Retreat Day for Grieving Parents Saturday, November 1; 9:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. Several registrants have said that they are coming to our retreat because of a personal invitation extended by a parishioner… Thank you! 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