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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: stchurch@snet.net
Fax: 860-628-7341 Religious Ed email: stchurchre@yahoo.com
ST. THOMAS CHURCH SOUTHINGTON
SATURDAY, MARCH 26
8:00 PM Parishioners of St. Thomas
SUNDAY, MARCH 27
7:30 Ralph and Maria Parlapiano-Birthday, req. by family
10:00 Irwin H. Laurencelle, req. by friends
MONDAY, MARCH 28
7:30 Joseph Sukatski, Jr., req. by the Sukatski family
TUESDAY, MARCH 29
7:30 Nicola and Saveria Sabino, req. by family
THURSDAY, MARCH 31
12:10 Dominic and Vittoria Arre, req. by Dominic Arre
FRIDAY, APRIL 1
12:10 William and Josephine Dalton, req. by family
SATURDAY, APRIL 2
8:00 NO MASS
4:00 Eleanor and Robert Raby, req. by Vinny and BJ Raby
SUNDAY, APRIL 3 SUNDAY OF DIVINE MERCY
7:30 Louise Avitabile, Louis Avitabile, Sr. and Gertrude
Morgillo, req. by Carmel Avitabile
10:00 Louis Avitabile, Sr., req. by Karen Avitabile
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.
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.
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.
EASTER FLOWER DONATIONS
IN MEMORY OF:
Nicola & Saveria Sabino Giuseppe & Marta Scirocco
The Sabino Family The Ragozzino Family
Maria & Gaetano Sabino Anthony Vecchio
The Bengivenga Family Robert Gionfriddo
Robert Wright Anna Marie D. Wright
Ernest Wright Sophie & Al Tutino
Nancy McCray Sharon Boutot
Alfred & Amelia Gioia Edwin & Virginia Toth
Donald R. Race Cole G. Zigmunds
Marianne Cyr Joseph & Harriet Guimond
Michael & Sophie Manchak Scott Grajewski
Louis Coscia Nancy Valente
Robert Pedrolini M/M Domenic Pedrolini
Thomas Pedrolini M/M Louis Trotta
June Satagaj Ernestine Messer
David Carbone Rita Barnes
M/M Anthony Carbone Anthony Carbone
Henry Barnes Thomas Tedesco, Jr.
David A. D’Agostino M/M Thomas Tedesco, Sr.
Victoria Rohodi Angie D’Agostino
Peg & Ted Buzanoski Lou & Rose Fontana
Frank & Ann Aszklar Adolf & Crystal Mongillo
John & Marjorie Bores Faust Mongillo
Jennie Jordan Ronald Mongillo
Daniel Charette Nellie Kaczynski
Veronica Sadowski Marie Albert
Rick Rubelmann Patricia Kozlowski
Catherine Louise Whelan Helen & Peter Folcik
Lincoln & Alexandra Mongillo Norah Hanson
Joe Rigano George K. Whyte
Dolly Osgood DiChello Family
Vecchio Family Pandolfo Family
Tranquillo Family Attilio Scirocco
Mary & Joe Zacchio Antonio & Teresa Zacchia
Louis & Michalena Perillo Perillo & Zacchio Families
Roy, Dick & Jimmy M/M Antonio Zacchio
Edward Naughton Vera Pandolfi
Otello Pandolfi Elizabeth Longo
Dan & Phyllis Vendetti Leo & Claire Rhault
Pasquale, Rose & Joan Latino Carmel Giammatteo
Carmen Giammatteo Venditto Family
Thomas Nadjoika Jeanne & Robert Plourd
Lea & Romain Plourd Laura & Joseph Ouellette
Theresa & Normand Cyr Vincent Tortora
Caterina & Alfonso D’Angelo Nicola & Maria Faraone
M/M Albert Aldi, Sr. Vita Paradis
Vito Potenza James Galliher
Barbara Galliher Frances & Ruth Galliher
Francesco Barbato Antonia Barbato
Giuseppe Barbato Bridget Kaminsky
Romilda Vincent Michael Kaminsky
Joseph & Domenica D’Angelo Diego Droz, Jr.
Leroy Hall Rudy & Matt Gaydosh
Marvin & Mary Oshia Andy & Susan Koval
Steve & Dot Bednarek Lolly & Mary Burbine
Nick & Rita Nicholson Raymond F. Derynioski
Katarin Hanecak Jacob Hanecak
Kimberly Dickerman Richard L. Brown
Continued next week…..
MANNA SUNDAY
Next Sunday is Manna Sunday, the first Sunday of the month. Please bring non-perishable food items to be shared with those in need. Suggested items include pasta sauces, canned fruits or vegetables, tuna, and healthy snacks. Donations may be left at any of the entrances of the church. Thank you.
AMAZING BABY BOTTLE BOOMERANG RESULTS
Thanks so much to each and every one of you who prayed for or contributed to the recent Baby Bottle Boomerang event to benefit Carolyn’s Place, the Catholic pregnancy resource center in Waterbury. YOUR GENEROSITY WAS EXTRAORDINARY! We raised a total of $4,342.60 which will go towards the wonderful programs to help women and their babies. May God continue to bless you!
EASTER SUNDAY OF THE RESURRECTION OF THE LORD MARCH 27, 2016
Readings for the Week of March 27, 2016 Sunday: Acts 10:34a, 37-43/Ps 118:1-2, 16-17, 22-23/ Col 3:1-4 or 1 Cor 5:6b-8/Jn 20:1-9 Monday: Acts 2:14, 22-33/Ps 16:1-2, 5, 7-11/Mt 28:8-15 Tuesday: Acts 2:36-41/Ps 33:4-5, 18-20, 22/Jn 20:11-18 Wednesday: Acts 3:1-10/Ps 105:1-4, 6-9/Lk 24:13-35 Thursday: Acts 3:11-26/Ps 8:2, 5-9/Lk 24:35-48 Friday: Acts 4:1-12/Ps 118:1-2, 4, 22-27/Jn 21:1-14 Saturday: Acts 4:13-21/Ps 118:1, 14-21/Mk 16:9-15 Next Sunday: Acts 5:12-16/Ps 118:2-4, 13-15, 22-24/Rv 1:9- 11a, 12-13, 17-19/Jn 20:19-31
LADIES GUILD
St. Thomas Ladies Guild announces a special event to celebrate our 50th Anniversary. Join us for a Comedy Wedding & Dinner Theatre, on Sat. April 9, 2016, to be held at the Manor Inn. The night begins at 6:30pm and includes full dinner with a cash bar and entertainment by Aspen Dream Productions. Tickets are $60 per person and can be purchased by calling Shanda Folcik at 860-628-9966 or Kathy Daddona at 203-439-0105.
The Church Sanctuary Candle is offered this week in memory the Brothers and Sisters of the DeSorbo Family, requested by Joe and Dolores LaPorte. The Chapel Sanctuary Candle is offered this week in memory of Louise Sieruta-Anniversary, requested by LouAnn Sieruta.
NEW DAY PROGRAM FOR BEREAVED
St Thomas Church will conduct a bereavement seminar beginning March 30, 2016. Anyone grieving the death of a loved one is encouraged to enroll and participate at no cost. The New Day process, developed by Sr. Mauryeen O’Brien, OP, will be used and participants will meet each Wednesday evening from 7 – 9 pm for 10 consecutive weeks. This process has been very successful in helping the bereaved transition to life without their loved one. During each meeting, participants work through one component of the grieving process using prayer, reflection, sharing and journaling. Everything that is shared during the meetings is held confidential. For more information or to enroll please call Vinny Raby at 860-628-9425 or Dorothy Charette at 860-628-4010. You may also call the Parish office 860-628-4713.
ARCHBISHOP’S ANNUAL APPEAL
In just a few short weeks, our parish has pledged $28,726 to the 2016 Archbishop’s Annual Appeal which will support many important ministries and programs. Gifts are allocated towards, religious education programs, youth ministries, local charities, the education of our seminarians, our retired clergy, our Catholic schools and far too many additional services to list here. If you have not yet made your gift or pledge, please pray about your decision and consider making a pledge or one-time gift. Join us, your Catholic community, as we share our blessings and join in God’s Mercy at Work.
SOUTHINGTON CATHOLIC NEWS!
GALA AUCTION-Southington Catholic is excited to announce our first GALA AUCTION fundraising event, to be held THIS
FRIDAY, APRIL 1ST from 6pm to midnight, at the Aqua Turf Club. It is not too late to get ticket to enjoy a night of dinner, dancing and exciting live and silent auctions. Tickets are $70 each. To reserve a table for your family and friends, please call Southington Catholic at 860-628-2485. Thank you for your continued support. APPLICATIONS for the 2016-2017 school year are now being accepted for all grade levels, Pre-k through Grade 8 at Southington Catholic School. Don't delay. Please call 860-628-2485 for more information and to schedule a tour of the 133 Bristol Street campus.
SAINT THOMAS CEMETERY
Palm Sunday-Easter. When Easter occurs prior to April 15th, artificial flowers may be used. They will be removed 10 days after Easter. We urge families to remove them prior to this time, as they can be used for several seasons. Artificial Flowers are not allowed after April 15th. Palm has been blessed and therefore, should not be used as a cemetery decoration.
RETREAT DAY FOR WOMEN
SAVE THE DATE! April 10, 2016. 3rd Annual Retreat for Women held at Mary Our Queen Church, Plantsville, from 12:00 pm to 3:00pm. The retreat day includes lunch, keynote speaker Donna-Marie Cooper O’Boyle, book signing, dessert, music by Muddy Boots Christian band and ends with Chaplet of Devine Mercy. Early bird registration is $20; day of $25. To register visit www.maryourqueensouthington.org and download registration form. For more information contact Donna Ayer at ayer26@cox.net or 203-619-3985, or Robin Taillie at rtaillie@cox.net or 860-919-3783.
DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY PILGRIMAGE AND LITURGY
Join Archbishop Leonard P. Blair and others in procession from the Bushnell Park Performance Pavilion in Hartford, to the Cathedral of Saint Joseph on Sunday, April 3rd, where pilgrims will walk through the Holy Door, participate in Benediction, Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, recitation of the Chaplet of Divine Mercy, and have the option to go to confession. For information call 860-541-6491. A shuttle service will be available from 1:05 to 2:00pm for those needing a ride to Bushnell Park. Free parking will be available at Aetna’s Flower Street Garage. Those who do not wish to march from Bushnell Park can meet pilgrims at the Cathedral at 3pm.
Along with the entire staff here at Saint Thomas, I extend to each of you and to your families best wishes for a Happy Easter. May the peace and joy of the Risen Lord fill your hearts and those of your loved ones throughout this wondrous season! Fr. Nick
LAP BLANKET MINISTRY
The next meeting will be held on Wednesday, March 30th at 7pm in the church basement. Lap Blankets are distributed to the sick and elderly at home, in healthcare facilities and hospitals. For more information, contact Rita Gilbert at 860-620-0246 or Sr. Marie at the convent 860-621-1904.
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