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JUNE 9, 2013 TENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Masses and IntentionsSat Confession prior to 4:30 Mass Sat Jun 8, 4:30 p.m. Mass at St. Philip Sun Jun 9, 9:00 a.m. Mass at St. Jude Sun Jun 9, 11:00 a.m. Mass at St. Philip Helen Bartok McCann by Bill, Joseph & Michael Bartok & their Familes Carolyn “Kay” Kennedy by the Brndiar Family Mon Jun 10, 8:00 a.m. Mass at St. Jude Mon Jun 10, 6:00 p.m. Mass at St. Philip Tue Jun 11, 8:00 a.m. Mass at St. Jude Tue Jun 11, 6:00 p.m. Mass at St. Philip Wed Jun 12, 8:00 a.m. Mass at St. Jude Fri Jun 14, 8:00 a.m. Mass at St. Philip Catherine & Steve Muska by Memorial Mass Fund Murland & Jeannette Bradley by the Family Frank & Claire Almeida by Emile Heroux Adoration following Mass till 5:00 p.m. 4:50p.m. Divine Mercy Chaplet & Benediction Sat Confession prior to 4:30 Mass Sat Jun 15, 4:30 p.m. Mass at St. Philip Sun Jun 16, 9:00 a.m. Mass at St. Jude Sun Jun 16, 11:00 a.m. Mass at St. Philip OUR OFFERING OF THANKS TO GOD LAST WEEK St. Philip Weekly Offering $ 2,694.00 St. Jude Weekly Offering $ 1,338.00 MEMORIAL FUND STATUS St. Philip Memorial Fund $17,726.00 St. Jude Memorial Fund $ 7,225.00 ATTENDANCE LAST WEEKEND Saturday 4:30 pm St. Philip 06/01/13 91 Sunday 9:00 am St. Jude 06/02/13 103 Sunday 11:00 am St. Philip 06/02/13 124 Total: 318 STEWARDSHIP: “And when the Lord saw her, he had compassion on her and said to her, ‘Do not weep.’” (Luke 7:13) This is a great reminder that the Stewardship lifestyle is one of service, putting God first and loving one another. Sadly today, many people have “passion” for activities they enjoy - their job and leisure activities. Sometimes our “passion” to excel is at the expense of others. We need to focus on a little less passion for our individual concerns and a lot more compassion for others. 2013 ANNUAL CATHOLIC APPEAL St. Philip has pledged $12,701.00 (86.67%) of the goal. St. Jude has pledged $9,255.00 (104.58%) of goal. Special Diocesan Collection June 15 & 16, to assist recovery efforts in Oklahoma City and other storms & natural disasters. Full letter on website under Parish News/Letters from Bishop Cote. PRAYER LIST: Caroline Doughty, Carol Palombo, Bruce & Denise Beaudoin, Marie (Beaudoin) Chace, Del Eckenberger, Millie & Gus Aiello, Ed Kominski, Bob Mullarkey, Kristin Leffingwell, Katie Phelps, Elizabeth Piecyk, Normand Ravenelle, Elaine Fisher, Francine Hodovan, Danielle Heersink, Aidan Soukaloun and Collin Prescher, Jacob Fletcher, Sherri Shea, Shannon Sullivan, Colleen Mortenson, Monsignor Willis West, Monsignor Richard LaRocque, John Bergeron, Jr. Please inform us of any updates. PARISH MEETINGS Knights of Columbus: Tues, Jun 11, 7 pm Center. Ladies Group: Thurs, June 13, 6:30 pm Center Very Important Meeting regarding the Tag Sale. Parish Council: To Be Announced. Finance Committee: To Be Announced. Women’s Bible Study: will resume Sept 3 rd . Prayer Shawl: will resume Sept 10 th . RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEWS Adults: Class Wed Jun 12, 10am St. Philip Ctr. ST. JUDE CHURCH VEGETABLE GARDEN The produce will be donated to the Willington Family and Youth Services for distribution to those in need in Willington. We need volunteers to weed the garden throughout the growing season. If you can donate an hour of your time, please sign up on the sheet at the back of the church. You will need to provide your own weeding tools. Birthright of Windham is thankful to God for Mothers and Fathers and Thankful to Mothers for the Precious Gift of Giving and Caring for Life. “Change for Life” Baby Bottles. Take home, fill with loose change and return them on Father’s Day. Congratulations to Killian Alain Braegelmann who was baptized and received First Holy Communion at St. Philips on June 2, 2013. Parents: Jerry & Lauren Braegelmann. Godparents: Alain Emanuely and Ruth Braegelmannn.

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  • JUNE 9, 2013 TENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

    †Masses and Intentions† Sat Confession prior to 4:30 Mass Sat Jun 8, 4:30 p.m. Mass at St. Philip Sun Jun 9, 9:00 a.m. Mass at St. Jude Sun Jun 9, 11:00 a.m. Mass at St. Philip † Helen Bartok McCann by Bill, Joseph & Michael Bartok & their Familes † Carolyn “Kay” Kennedy by the Brndiar Family

    Mon Jun 10, 8:00 a.m. Mass at St. Jude Mon Jun 10, 6:00 p.m. Mass at St. Philip Tue Jun 11, 8:00 a.m. Mass at St. Jude Tue Jun 11, 6:00 p.m. Mass at St. Philip Wed Jun 12, 8:00 a.m. Mass at St. Jude Fri Jun 14, 8:00 a.m. Mass at St. Philip † Catherine & Steve Muska by Memorial Mass Fund † Murland & Jeannette Bradley by the Family † Frank & Claire Almeida by Emile Heroux

    Adoration following Mass till 5:00 p.m. 4:50p.m. Divine Mercy Chaplet & Benediction

    Sat Confession prior to 4:30 Mass Sat Jun 15, 4:30 p.m. Mass at St. Philip Sun Jun 16, 9:00 a.m. Mass at St. Jude Sun Jun 16, 11:00 a.m. Mass at St. Philip

    OUR OFFERING OF THANKS TO GOD LAST WEEK

    St. Philip Weekly Offering $ 2,694.00 St. Jude Weekly Offering $ 1,338.00

    MEMORIAL FUND STATUS St. Philip Memorial Fund $17,726.00 St. Jude Memorial Fund $ 7,225.00

    ATTENDANCE LAST WEEKEND

    Saturday 4:30 pm St. Philip 06/01/13 91 Sunday 9:00 am St. Jude 06/02/13 103 Sunday 11:00 am St. Philip 06/02/13 124

    Total: 318

    STEWARDSHIP: “And when the Lord saw her, he had compassion on her and said to her, ‘Do not weep.’” (Luke 7:13) This is a great reminder that the Stewardship lifestyle is one of service, putting God first and loving one another. Sadly today, many people have “passion” for activities they enjoy - their job and leisure activities. Sometimes our “passion” to excel is at the expense of others. We need to focus on a little less passion for our individual concerns and a lot more compassion for others.

    2013 ANNUAL CATHOLIC APPEAL St. Philip has pledged $12,701.00 (86.67%) of the goal. St. Jude has pledged $9,255.00 (104.58%) of goal.

    Special Diocesan Collection June 15 & 16, to assist recovery efforts in Oklahoma City and other storms & natural disasters. Full letter on website under Parish News/Letters from Bishop Cote. PRAYER LIST: Caroline Doughty, Carol Palombo, Bruce & Denise Beaudoin, Marie (Beaudoin) Chace, Del Eckenberger, Millie & Gus Aiello, Ed Kominski, Bob Mullarkey, Kristin Leffingwell, Katie Phelps, Elizabeth Piecyk, Normand Ravenelle, Elaine Fisher, Francine Hodovan, Danielle Heersink, Aidan Soukaloun and Collin Prescher, Jacob Fletcher, Sherri Shea, Shannon Sullivan, Colleen Mortenson, Monsignor Willis West, Monsignor Richard LaRocque, John Bergeron, Jr. Please inform us of any updates.

    PARISH MEETINGS Knights of Columbus: Tues, Jun 11, 7 pm Center. Ladies Group: Thurs, June 13, 6:30 pm Center Very Important Meeting regarding the Tag Sale. Parish Council: To Be Announced. Finance Committee: To Be Announced. Women’s Bible Study: will resume Sept 3rd. Prayer Shawl: will resume Sept 10th.

    RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEWS

    Adults: Class Wed Jun 12, 10am St. Philip Ctr.

    ST. JUDE CHURCH VEGETABLE GARDEN

    The produce will be donated to the Willington Family and Youth Services for distribution to those in need in Willington. We need volunteers to weed

    the garden throughout the growing season. If you can donate an hour of your time, please sign up on the sheet at the back of the church. You will need to provide your own weeding tools.

    Birthright of Windham is thankful to God for Mothers and Fathers and

    Thankful to Mothers for the Precious Gift of Giving and Caring

    for Life. “Change for Life” Baby Bottles. Take

    home, fill with loose change and return them on Father’s Day.

    Congratulations to Killian Alain Braegelmann who was baptized and received First Holy Communion at St. Philip’s on June 2, 2013. Parents: Jerry & Lauren Braegelmann. Godparents: Alain Emanuely and Ruth Braegelmannn.

  • ST. PHILIP BOOK SALE: ENDS - JUNE 9TH Books Sale Hours: Sat & Sunday 8 am - 7 pm Weekdays: 3 pm - 7 pm Please support our parish by supporting our book sale. Helpers are still needed. Contact Shirley Wright if you can help. Thank you FUNDRAISER TAG SALE FOR THE PARISH

    Saturday & Sunday June 22 & 23, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm. On Thursday, June 13th 12:00-4:00pm and 6:00-8:00pm we will start collecting your good, clean items. All proceeds will go to our

    parishes. Large pieces of furniture in good condition--couches, tables, dressers, chairs, etc.--will be accepted, but if they don't sell you would NEED to take them back as we don't have the means to dispose of them. No adult clothing, books, magazines or stuffed animals please. Infant/children's clean, gently used clothing is ok. Call Rose with any questions: 860-429-9212. You may start dropping items off on June 13th. Please help us by making sure your items are in good condition.

    Eucharistic Adoration: two adorers are needed each hour after Mass on Fridays at St. Philip 9am to 5:50pm. Please call Sandra Mullarkey: 860-429-0322. We need people who can commit to one hour, as well as people able to substitute when necessary. All parishioners from St. Philip and St. Jude are invited. The church has strict rules regarding not leaving the Blessed Sacrament unattended. With the summer months upon us, it is even more difficult to cover the hours. One alternative is to have adoration end at 1:00 or 2:00 in the afternoon.

    JUNE IS “LEAVE A LEGACY” MONTH. The Cathedral of St Patrick, has undergone an historic restoration and is now vibrant, sparkling, and beautifully adorned with images and artwork from the life of Christ. If you would like to make a gift towards the enduring legacy of our flagship church, please visit www.stpatsnorwich.org. This is a wonderful way to preserve your family legacy, honor a loved one, your parish or the Diocese. To learn more about legacy giving, contact MaryLou Gannotti, Director of Planned Giving in the Development Office at 860-886-1928 ext. 15.

    ST. PHILIP AND ST. JUDE MEMORIAL FUNDS If you are making your donation in installments, please contact the office if you would like payment coupons.

    Please be advised, there is now water in a tank at the cemetery available for watering plants. Bring your own watering can. This tank is located at the edge of the cemetery to the right of Father Dunn’s monument.

    Diocese of Norwich Catholic Charities / Office of Family Life

    Catholic Charities Adoption Program provides CRADLE CARE (the family and home that cares for the baby) for newborns that are waiting for adoption. The time commitment is usually 30 days until the baby goes to the adoptive home. Prayerfully consider whether God may be calling you to be a part of this special ministry. For more information please call our Adoption Program at 860-889-8346 ext. 282.

    Eucharistic Ministers, Lectors and Altar Servers The June schedule and July availability forms are on

    our website. If you feel called to be an Altar Server, Eucharistic Minister or Lector now is the time to come forward.

    WE NEED YOU!

    The Path to Victorious Living Women’s Retreat

    Immaculate Conception Retreat Center with Pat Turbitt June 21 – 23, 2013

    To register or for information: Pat Turbitt, 218 Paris Irons Rd., Glocester, RI 02814. (401) 568-7601 or (401) 568-7602

    FINANCES AS OF MAY 31, 2013

    ST. PHILIP ACCOUNTS OUTSTANDING BILLS

    Main Checking 42,444 Insurance 575

    Memorial Fund 17,726 Miscellaneous 1,564

    Furnace Sav. 10,708 Payroll 4,027

    Cemetery Ck. 14,614

    Cemetery CD 41,916

    Cemetery Cert. 5,189

    TOTAL OF OUTSTANDING BILLS 6,166

    ST. JUDE ACCOUNTS OUTSTANDING BILLS

    Main Checking 8,405 Insurance 310

    Memorial Fund 7,225 Miscellaneous 566

    Savings 17,350 Payroll 1,675

    TOTAL OF OUTSTANDING BILLS 2,551

    http://www.stpatsnorwich.org/

  • RELIGIOUS FREEDOM The time has come for the U.S. government to provide the exemptions necessary so that churches and religious organizations will not be forced to subsidize healthcare coverage that goes against their moral principles. To voice your opposition to the HHS mandate, contact: www.whitehouse.gov/contact or call: 202-456-1111; or write to: The White House, 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20500. Let the White House know the mandate violates the 1st Amendment, which guarantees religious freedom. GIFT CARDS ARE NEEDED Please consider donating gift cards especially from Cumberland Farms, to have on hand when we receive requests for help. Put them in an envelope marked "office" and place them in the collection basket. Thank you.

    ST. LAWRENCE ANNUAL STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL 7 Hemlock Dr. at Route 81 in Killingworth, CT Saturday, June 15, 2013 from 10AM - 4PM Includes Craft Fair, Theme Basket Bazaar, Silent Auction, Amish Quilt Raffle, Giant Tag Sale, Book Sale, Toy Sale, Children’s games, Clowns, Food, and lots of FAMILY FUN. Contact Kirk at 860-301-2274 TEEN’S ACTS RETREAT-Theme: Strong Enough A teen’s ACTS retreat given by teens for teens will be held on July 11-14th at Immaculata Retreat House, Willimantic, CT. Join us for some food, fun and faith! Sponsored by St. Matthew’s Church in Tolland. Weekend cost is $210 which includes all meals, and private rooms! Financial difficulties should not prevent anyone from attending. For information, contact Brenda Koskovich 860-742-8008. Application forms are online at actsct.org. CATHOLIC CHARITIES POSITION AVAILABLE: Primary Service Manager for DSS grant funded, Empowering People for Success Program (EPS). To provide outreach, case management, and advocacy for home based families with barriers to employment. BA/BS in a human services or Associates & home visit experience. Willimantic based w/ cases located throughout Windham County. Extensive travel, bilingual preferred. Search Committee, Catholic Charities, Diocese of Norwich, 331 Main Street, Norwich, CT 06360. Closing date: June 14, 2013. MEMORIAL MASSES: To remember your loved ones in Masses please call the office or stop in. Let us know if you’d like a yearly Mass offered.

    Pregnant? Need help? CATHOLIC CHARITIES Pregnancy and Adoption Programs provide concrete help and answers. Call 1-800-BABYDUE, even if you simply want to talk. We are here to listen and help. ST. JOSEPH’S LIVING CENTER in Windham, CT is looking for volunteers to assist during daily Mass. Contact Jo-Ann Hay in Pastoral Care 860-456-1107

    Remember the needy in our community. Food is collected all year, not just at the holidays. Please bring non-perishable foods to the church for distribution.

    Do you or someone you know need a Prayer Shawl? Contact: Carolann Hernberg: 860- 487-0449, [email protected].

    PRIESTS FOR LIFE endorse the new book: Recall Abortion by Janet Morana, Co-founder of the Silent No More Awareness Campaign and Executive Director of Priests for Life. “This is the Pro-life Book of 2013!” – Fr. Frank Pavone, National Director, Priests for Life. Order now at RecallAbortion.com.

    Birthright of Windham: Your donations provide a witness to our Catholic faith and our commitment to

    life as we continue to provide baby wash, lotion, shampoo, pampers (size 1-4) and wipes, receiving blankets, newborn gowns and clothing. Through these donations, our

    two churches make a major impact on this ministry for local mothers and their babies.

    Where are our shut-ins? Please call the rectory if

    you have a loved one in the hospital

    or in a nursing home so we can visit,

    bring the Eucharist and keep in touch. LIGHTHOUSE CATHOLIC CDS: There are new

    CDs with good 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 [email protected].

    SAVE THE DATE: Internet Safety Information Session: Tues Sept 17th, 1:00-2:30 pm -or- 7:00-8:30 pm, St. Thomas Aquinas Parish- Storrs. Open to all clergy, parishioners, diocesan employees and volunteers. Sponsored by the Office for Safe Environments.

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  • DIOCESE OF NORWICH VOCATION OFFICE: We have 9 seminarians studying this year. Please keep them in your prayers.

    REGISTRATION: If you are new to our parish or your registration is not current, please fill in a form with up-to-date information. Also, your pledge and use of the parish envelopes helps us plan our budget and provides you with a tax record.

    ST. EDWARD PARISH, 25 Church St., Stafford Springs offers Family Day on Saturdays. Doors open at 5 P.M. with a chicken dinner available. Calling begins at 6:30 P.M. Over $750 in cash prizes as well as door prizes will be given out. Child care provided for a nominal fee (Children must be potty trained). Dinner (served 5-6:30 P.M. or until we run out) includes oven-fried chicken breast, baked potato with all the toppings, sweet carrots, salad, roll and coffee all for $8.00. A $5 kid’s meal will be available and take out. Hotdogs and snacks will be sold during intermission. Bring the family! Proceeds benefit St. Edward School. Call with questions or to pre-order your meal. (860) 684-2600.

    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. The license plate helps fund agencies such as Catholic Charities.

    PILGRIMAGE to POLAND and CZECH REPUBLIC

    LAGIEWNIKI - KRAKOW - KALWARIA - WADOWICE – AUSCHWITZ – BIRKENAU - CZESTOCHOWA

    WROCLAW - NYSA - PRAGUE - PILZEN - BRNO SEPTEMBER 16 - 27, 2013

    $3,199 +tax from JFK Included

    Roundtrip airfare from JFK First class hotel accommodations (dbl occ)

    Krakow 3 nights, Czestohowa 1 night, Wroclaw 1 night, Nysa 1 night, Prague 4 nights

    Breakfast and dinner daily Deluxe motorcoach, Professional Guide

    All entrance fees to the sites and churches Trip to Salt Mine in Wieliczka

    Farewell Dinner with Folkloric Show Daily Mass

    For More Information, please contact: Fr. Paul Ramen

    860 564 - 9767 [email protected]

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

    PILGRIMAGE TO THE HOLY LAND led by Fr. Bob Grattaroti of St. Joseph ’s Parish, Charlton, MA. February 4 – 13, 2014. Visit Bethlehem, Galilee, Jerusalem & more. Daily Mass at the Holy Sites. Call Mike Milano at 1-800-773-2660 for information. “Donation Angel” ~ Donate any type of vehicle: cars, boats, etc. running or not. Donation Angel raises funds to support our Catholic Charities of Norwich and its mission to respond to Christ’s call to care for those in need by providing services for individuals and families. Click or call now for free quick removal of your unwanted vehicle and receive a tax deduction. For info call Ray at: 866-434-1131or www.donationangel.org/ccfsn. We would like to start a Cemetery Committee to maintain and beautify our cemetery. If you are able to help out, please call the office.

    ST. EDWARD SCHOOL, 25 Church St. Stafford Springs Registration Incentive for the 2013-2014 academic year. St. Edward School offers Pre-K through Grade 8 with full day 4-year-old Pre-K and full day Kindergarten. Accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, St. Edward School was ranked exemplary in the areas of Mission, Comprehensive Program, and Experience of the Student. Long recognized for educational excellence, St. Edward School students enjoy specials such as music, art, and physical education – as well as various after-school activities. Before-and-after school care is also available. Call today for more information or for a private tour. For more information or to schedule a visit, please call St. Edward School at 860-684-2600. Golf Enthusiasts ~ Save the Date! Catholic Charities, Diocese of Norwich 8th Annual Golf Tournament on Wednesday, September 18th at Fox Hopyard in East Haddam. A scramble format and shotgun start includes 18 holes, a BBQ lunch and ends with appetizers and awards of prizes and raffles. An excellent opportunity for a great round of golf at a premier course while supporting those in need. For information, applications or sponsorship call 860-889-8346 ext. 285.

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  • ASSUMPTION SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE Are you looking for an exceptional, faith-enriched, solid educational experience for your child? Come meet our dedicated teachers and families and see what a wonderful, educational future we can provide for your child. Assumption School offers solid core curriculum classes, cutting edge technology, and many extracurricular school activities such as: homework club, before and aftercare programs, chess club, band, scouts, soccer, and basketball. Please contact our school office at 860-649-0889 to arrange a personal tour. Main Campus is located at 27 South Adams St, Manchester; High School Prep Campus is located at 45 Ludlow Rd, Manchester. www.assumptionschoolct.com "Come for a day, we are sure you will want to stay." Pilgrimage to Assisi, Florence and Rome in Honor of Pope Francis: Aug 28 to Sept 6, 2013 Learn more about your Catholic faith by participating in this upcoming pilgrimage tour sponsored by the Office of Radio & Television, and help support the daily television Mass and WJMJ Catholic Radio... Where Faith Meets Life! Father John Gatzak, Executive Director of the Archdiocesan Office of Radio & Television and General Manager of WJMJ Radio, leads you on a special 10 day pilgrimage to Assisi, Florence and Rome. Visit the medieval home town of St. Francis, for whom Pope Francis chose his name. See the Duomo and Michelangelo's David in Florence. In Rome, attend a general audience with Pope Francis and explore St. Peter's Basilica, the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel, Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona, and much more. Cost per person, double occupancy from JFK is $3,578. Pay in full by June 10, 2013 and save $150 per person. Reservation deadline is July 1, 2013. For information call 203-758-7367 or 860-242-8800; Email: [email protected] or online at www.ortv.org. HOLY LAND TRIP JANUARY 7 – 16 Fr. Michael Sequeira of our Diocese presents a trip to the Holy Land, Jan 7 - 16, 2014. We visit Bethlehem, Jerusalem, Calvary, Room of the Last supper, Gethsemane, Holy Sepulchre, Way of the Cross, Nazareth, Cana, Sea of Galilee, Capernaum, Jordan River, Mountain of Beatitudes, Wailing Wall and more. The cost for this ten day trip is $2799 and includes airfare with a major airline, hotel transfer, daily dinner and breakfast buffets, sightseeing with a guide in deluxe buses, all taxes and all entrance fees. Trip to the Dead Sea is an option for $80. Please contact Fr. Michael Sequeira at 860 304 4588 [email protected]

    SUMMER PROGRAM AT THE COLLEGE OF SAINT MARY MAGDALEN Once again, the College of Saint Mary Magdalen in Warner, NH is pleased to announce the dates for its Summer Program for high school students. The Collegiate Summer Program offers participants the opportunity to study theology, philosophy, literature and political science. During the summer program, students also attend daily Mass and enjoy sports, socials and day trips including hiking and canoeing. The program is for students who will enter their sophomore, junior or senior year of high school in the fall of 2013 and students who have just graduated high school. The Collegiate Summer Program is a two-week session that runs from Sunday, July 28 – Saturday, August 10, 2013. Register today atwww.magdalen.edu! For more information, contact the admissions office at [email protected] or 603.456.2656 x 119.

    SAVE THE DATE The Diocesan School Office of the Diocese of Norwich announces the Fourth Annual Seton Scholarship Dinner honoring the recipients of the 3rd Annual Most Reverend Michael R. Cote, D.D. Award for Contributions to Catholic Education in the Diocese of Norwich on Sunday, November 3, 2013, at The Riverhouse at Goodspeed Station, Haddam, from 4:00- 8:00 pm. This year’s award recipients are Dr. John F. Shine, former Superintendent of Schools for the Diocese of Norwich, Father Roger Lamoureux, O.M.I. Pastor of St. Mary’s Parish in Willimantic, CT and Defender of the Bond for the Tribunal of the Diocese of Norwich, and Sister Patricia Anne Barry, RSM, former Superintendent of Schools for the Diocese of Norwich. We are looking forward to a wonderful evening, hosted by the Most Reverend Michael R. Coted, D.D., Bishop of Norwich, in celebration of our recipients as well as all the many people in our Diocese who have committed their lives to providing exceptional Catholic education to all. All proceeds benefit Catholic Schools within the Diocese and support tuition assistance to needy families. Opportunities to support the dinner are available in the form of sponsorships, program advertising and raffle donations. For tickets and more information, please contact Mary Ellen Mahoney, at 860-886-1928, ext. 14 or [email protected].

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  • FORTNIGHT FOR FREEDOM PLANNED FOR JUNE 21 TO JULY 4 By: USCCB and Four County Catholic News Desk WASHINGTON — The second annual Fortnight for Freedom will take place from June 21 to July 4, and will address the challenges to religious liberty both at home and abroad. As with last year's Fortnight, the event will begin and end with a special Mass.

    Archbishop William E. Lori of Baltimore, chairman of the USCCB Ad Hoc Committee for Religious Liberty, will open the 2013 Fortnight for Freedom by celebrating Mass at Baltimore's historic Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, scheduled for June 21 at 7 p.m. EDT. Cardinal Donald Wuerl of Washington will celebrate the closing Mass at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington on July 4 at 12 p.m. EDT.

    This year's Fortnight occurs just weeks before August 1, when the administration's HHS mandate coercing us to violate our deeply-held beliefs will be enforced against most religious non-profits. During the Fortnight, the Supreme Court's decisions on the definition of marriage will likely be handed down as well. Those decisions could have a profound impact on religious freedom for generations to come. Bishop Cote reminds us that “It is through prayer, study, and peaceful public action during the Fortnight for Freedom, that we in the Diocese and across the Country will help preserve the fundamental right of religious freedom.” Bishop Cote asks that each day during the Fortnight, we pray the following Prayer for the Protection of Religious Liberty. “Prayer,” Bishop Cote stresses, “…is the most powerful tool we have among the many responses to the crisis we face. Let us pray that those who govern will trust and uphold the First Amendment.”

    Prayer for the Protection of Religious Liberty O God our Creator, from your provident hand we have received our right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. You have called us as your people and given us the right and the duty to worship you, the only true God, and your Son, Jesus Christ. Through the power and working of your Holy Spirit, you call us to live out our faith in the midst of the world, bringing the light and the saving truth of the Gospel to every corner of society. We ask you to bless us in our vigilance for the gift of religious liberty. Give us the strength of mind and heart to readily defend our freedoms when they are threatened; give us courage in making our voices heard on behalf of the rights of your Church and the freedom of conscience of all people of faith. Grant, we pray, O heavenly Father, a clear and united voice to all your sons and daughters gathered in your Church in this decisive hour in the history of our nation, so that, with every trial withstood and every danger overcome— for the sake of our children, our grandchildren, and all who come after us— this great land will always be "one nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."

    We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

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  • TIME TO HOOP IT UP!

    Birthright of Windham is thankful to God for Mothers and Fathers

    and

    Thankful to Mothers for the Precious Gift of Giving and Caring for Life.

    Join Us on Mother’s Day, May 11 & 12 for “Roses & Baby Bottles”

    MOTHERS DAY -- LIVE ROSES -- DONATION $2.00 EACH

    “Change for Life” Baby Bottles. Take home, fill with loose change

    and return them on Father’s Day.

    WHERE: St Philip & St Jude churches before and after each Mass.

    Your donation will help provide services for pregnant women and their babies.

    CONTACT: BIRTHRIGHT OF WINDHAM 860-456-9495 non-profit

    122 VALLEY ST. WILLIMANTIC, CT. SERVING WINDHAM AREA 28 YRS