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ST. THOMAS THE APOSTLE, WEST SPRINGFIELD, MA

SATURDAY, JANUARY 9 4:00 PM + Patricia Herd—10th Anniversary requested by

her Husband, Family and Friends

5:30 PM + Deceased Members of the Martineau and

Remillard Families requested by the Larochelle

Family

SUNDAY, JANUARY 10

8:00 AM + Anthony Beggetta—Birthday Remembrance

requested by his Daughter, Jeanne Udas and

Family

9:30 AM + Elizabeth Blakely requested by the St. Thomas

Social Committee

11:00 AM + Marlyn Groll—3rd Anniversary requested by

her Husband and Family

12:15 PM + Bill and Betty Winn—requested by their Family

MONDAY, JANUARY 11

8:00 AM + Clara Neves and + Manual Morgado requested

by their Daughter

TUESDAY, JANUARY 12

8:00 AM + Virginia Kallock–1st Anniversary requested by

her Family

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 13

8:00 AM + Rose Davio—requested by her Family

THURSDAY, JANUARY 14

8:00 AM + Dr. Ralph and + Margaret Cunningham—

requested by the Shea Family

FRIDAY, JANUARY 15

8:00 AM + Jacinthe Dutil—requested by Helene Dutil

SATURDAY, JANUARY 16 8:00 AM + Michael O’Connor of Ireland—1st Anniversary

requested by his Brother, Patrick

4:00 PM + In Loving Memory of my Father and Mother,

Albert and Yvonne Nichols, on the Celebration of

my 80th year requested by Joyce

5:30 PM + Owen Cahillane—37th Birthday Remembrance

requested by the Claffeys

SUNDAY, JANUARY 17

8:00 AM + Helen T. Bigda—6th Anniversary requested by

her Family

9:30 AM + Gino Disarcina requested by Richard Cezarek

11:00 AM + Maryann Cowell—7th Anniversary requested

by her Family

12:15 PM + Carole Ball requested by Rachel, Sheila and

Irene

PLEASE NOTE—Next baptism will be on Sunday, January 24, 2016 at 1:30 p.m. Parents must be registered parishioners. Please contact the parish office, 739-4779, for more information.

OUR BULLETIN IS NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE—Find the bulletin anytime, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, always in the same place. Parishioners can go to SeekAndFind.com anytime to find an updated copy of the bulletin.

NOVENA TO ST. PEREGRINE, patron saint for those with cancer, takes place every Monday at 5:30 p.m. at Mary Mother of Hope Church, 840 Page Boulevard, Springfield. Cancer patients, cancer survivors, friends of cancer patients, and the general public are invited to attend.

MEALS FOR HOMEBOUND ELDERLY—Do you know someone who is homebound, can’t prepare nutritious meals, and has no one to help with cooking? They may be eligible to receive well-balanced lunchtime meals. Home meal services are provided by the West Springfield Council on Aging, which is funded in part by Greater Springfield Senior Services, Inc. A donation of $2.50 per meal is suggested. For more information, contact the West Springfield COA (413) 263-3264 or (413) 495-1802.

PARISHIONERS, ST. THOMAS SCHOOL ALUMNI, AND

FRIENDS—PLEASE NOTE January is the renewal month for the 500 Club. You should have received the information in the mail. The last drawing for 2015 is January 25 and the first drawing for 2016 is February 29. The profits realized, shared equally by the school and parish, will be used to help pay for both the heating costs and the cost of electricity for the school and the parish.

ST. ANN SOCIETY will have their monthly meeting next Sunday, January 17 at 2 p.m. in the Club Room. If members of St. Thomas Parish are interested in possibly joining the Society, please call Nancy at 737-8641. Hope to see you there.

INFORMATION ON RESOURCES FOR OLDER ADULTS Greater Springfield Senior Services Information and referral staff can assist anyone, young or old, seeking services or information and advice on a wide variety of aging, disability and caregiving issues. These information experts guide individuals and families through the sometimes-confusing maze of service options, eligibility requirements and payment sources. This free service is available Monday through Friday by calling 413-781-8800 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.

ST. ANN SOCIETY—2016 Taste of the Valley coupon books are

still available. The sale will close on Tuesday, January 19. If you

would like a book, please call Nancy (737-8641) or Donna (732-

6520).

PRAYERS FOR DECEASED—Barbara Pfau and Doris Bradway. May their souls and the souls of all the faithful departed rest in peace.

New Year’s Day—January 1 $ 3,149

Parish Offertory Gift—January 2/3 $20,907

Elms College—January 2/3 $ 2,265

Thank you for your support.

GUIDELINES FOR REQUESTING A MASS FOR 2017

The Mass book for 2017 will open on Tuesday, January 12, 2016. Beginning on Tuesday, January 12 you may call the parish office, 739-4779, between the hours of 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. and can book up to 3 Masses only. Beginning Wednesday,

January 20 after 10:00 a.m., the Mass book will be open to anyone for as many Masses as you would like. Also, the Mass intention will be limited to one individual’s name or two family names (example: John Doe or Deceased Members of the Doe and Smith Families). We ask for your patience and understanding as we try to accommodate all of your requests.

During this year of Mercy, the Daily Rosary Group will pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy after the rosary on Mondays.

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REDISCOVER A TASTE FOR FEEDING ON THE WORD

OF GOD—Deepen your relationship with the Lord. Take a few moments to consider what is really important in your life. Become aware of a point of stillness and inner peace. Scripture-based reflections for the whole liturgical year (Cycles A, B, and C) are co-authored by Rev. Warren J. Savage and Mary Ann McSweeny. Books can be ordered through the publisher, Liguori Publications ($7.99 each) by calling 1-800-325-9521.

SUPPORT GROUP FOR PARENTS OF TRANSITION AGE

YOUTH—This is a group for empowering families through transition planning. Monthly meetings are held in Holyoke and West Springfield. Please visit ppal.net or email [email protected] or [email protected] for more information.

CATHOLIC SCHOOL/HIGH SCHOOL SPONSORSHIP—St. Thomas parishioners, who have students in our parish school and/or at one of our area Catholic high schools, can have St. Thomas sponsor the student. Sponsorship is determined by participating in weekly Mass along with an annual envelope contribution of $750, the prior calendar year.

LOAVES AND FISHES—On Tuesday, January 19, 2016 our parish will serve a meal for the Loaves & Fishes Soup Kitchen. We need meatballs, grinder rolls, potato chips and cookies. Please leave food at

58 Morton Street, West Springfield by Monday, January 18 or call Bev MacDonald at 733-6409. Thank you for your generosity. May you all have a healthy new year.

GENESIS SPIRITUAL LIFE CENTER—From darkness into light...we invite you to discover the transforming face of Divine Love. As we welcome the New Year, may our desire for inner and societal peace be ignited through input, prayers, silence, poetry, and seasonal music. For more information, please visit GenesisSpiritualCenter.org or call 413-562-3627. Genesis Spiritual Life & Conference Center, Inc. is located at 53 Mill Street in Westfield.

THE BAPTISM OF THE LORD

REGISTRATION INFORMATION FOR SAINT THOMAS

THE APOSTLE SCHOOL—We are happy to announce our annual open house and registration for prospective families interested in our 2016-2017 preschool and kindergarten program. The staff and faculty of St. Thomas look forward to meeting your family on Sunday, January 31, 1:00-2:30 p.m. If you wish to register your child you must provide a copy of your child’s birth certificate and baptismal certificate (if your child was baptized). A non-refundable $100 registration fee is required at this time which will be applied to your child’s tuition. Children must be 2.9 years of age by September 1 for the three year old program, 4 years of age by September 1 for the four year old program and 5 years of age by September 1 for the kindergarten program. New families with children in all other grades are also welcome to come for a tour and register at this time. Please bring a copy of your child’s latest report card, Standardized Test scores or MCAS scores, to be retained by the school. After School Extended Care for preschool thru grade 8 is available throughout the school year. For further information, please call the school office at 739-4131, visit our website at www.stthomasws.org or email the school secretary at [email protected].

ST. THOMAS WOMEN’S RETREAT—JANUARY 29-31—Into the Heart of Mercy—Join Holy Family and the Catholic community around the world as we celebrate the Year of Mercy as courageously proclaimed by Pope Francis. This retreat will examine the Seven Spiritual Works of Mercy and explore ways of cultivating mercy amid life’s inevitable challenges, identifying practical ways of integrating mercy into our daily lives. The retreat includes: home-cooked meals, inspirational liturgies, uplifting music, free time, and workshops. The retreat begins with dinner at 6:00 p.m. on Friday evening and concludes with Sunday brunch at noon. Register online at www.holyfamilyretreat.org or call Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center, West Hartford, CT at 860-760-9705. You may also contact Kate Day at 413-222-0499 for more information.

JOIN THE CHOIR—Has God blessed you with the gift of music? Please consider giving back to God by offering your talents to enhance the liturgy. We are in need of singers of all levels and ages. Adult Choir meets on Thursdays, 7:30-9:00

p.m. Junior Choir (children in grades 3 through Junior High) also meets Thursdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our Choir Director, Tom Coburn at 733-8442.

OFFICE OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION—CCD

classes will be held on Sunday, January 10, 9:30-10:30 a.m. for grades K-6 and Monday, January 11, 3:30-

4:30 p.m. for grades 1-6 and 6:30-7:30 p.m. for grades 8 and 10 only. All classes are held in the Parish Center.

CONFIRMATION: Classes will be held on Sunday, January 10 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. in the Parish Center. Saint forms are due at this time.

ST. THOMAS THE APOSTLE SCHOOL NEWS Congratulations to three of our fifth grade students who wrote winning essays for The Knights of Columbus essay contest. The students were asked to write about the meaning of Christmas. We are

proud to announce the following winners: First Place~Alexandra Paez, Second Place~Brandon Bergeron, Third Place~Sarah Debian. Once again, students in grades 7 and 8 have an opportunity to participate in the Wright Flight Program. Designed to increase interest in the study of aviation and engineering, the ten week program will culminate with the students actually flying an airplane along with one instructor. Nine students are participating under the direction of parent and retired pilot Mr. Eric Meyers. If you wish to learn more about St. Thomas the Apostle School, please visit us at www.stthomasws.org. Thank you!

SACRED HEART TRAVEL CLUB Chestnut Street in Springfield is sponsoring the following trip. Please contact Jim and Caroline (Lachtara) McAleer at 413-734-3676 or [email protected] for more information or to make a reservation. ALASKA—MAY 16-29, 2016 14 day Alaska land and sea package with 7 night southbound cruise via Holland America cruise line. Call for information packet. $600 deposit per person to secure cabin with balance due no later than February 1. Includes all transfers, roundtrip airfare, 5 night Alaska land package, 7 night Alaska cruise (southbound Seward to Vancouver), baggage handling, all taxes. Air is from Boston to Fairbanks, return from Vancouver. Passport is required. Per person deposit will be required with registration.

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JANUARY 10, 2016

YEAR OF MERCY PIILGRIMAGE TO ITALY—You are

invited to join Fr. Matt Alcombright in a �Year of Mercy"“

Pilgrimage to Italy from September 25—October 6,

2016. This pilgrimage will feature stops in Assisi, San Giovanni Rotundo, Sorrento, Capri, Rome and more!! Pilgrims will have an opportunity to walk into St. Peter's Basilica through the Holy Doors that were opened by Pope Francis on December 8, 2015 at the opening of the Year of Mercy. Pilgrims will also have the opportunity to attend a Papal Audience in St. Peter's Square as well as many other sites of Italy. This 10-day pilgrimage is $3,565 per person if booked before March 20, 2016 and $3,665 if booked after. The package cost includes: round trip air transportation from major international airports near parish (Boston, New York City), transportation by private deluxe motor coach while overseas, comprehensive sightseeing as per itinerary in a luxury coach, with guide/escort, 10 nights hotel accommodations in four star tourist class hotels, double occupancy with bath or shower (single supplement +$600), 7 group dinners, breakfast daily, hotel service charges and tax (at current rate), US airport taxes, fuel surcharges. If interested and/or for more information, please contact Fr. Matt Alcombright at

413-739-4779 (ext. 14) or at [email protected].

IRISH CULTURAL CENTER is sponsoring a 10-day Autumn Tour to Ireland (October 13-22, 2016): Visiting Dingle, Killarney and Bunratty. Cost of the tour is $2,580 per person sharing; $2,880 single occupancy. Tour includes roundtrip airfare (Aer Lingus), roundtrip bus from Elms College to Logan Airport, all breakfast and dinner meals, top rated hotels, all day trips, attractions and Irish driver/ guide gratuity. An information session

is planned for! Sunday, January 24 at 2:00 p.m. in the Dooley

Campus Center at Elms College, Room 207, 291 Springfield St. Chicopee, MA. For more information, call Rose Baker at 413-519-2135 or Pat Baker 413-348-3263 or visit www.irishcenterwne.org. Tour is limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-serve basis.

FUNDRAISER TO BENEFIT THE FRIENDS OF WEST

SPRINGFIELD, INC.—The Monte Carlo Restaurant, 1020 Memorial Avenue, West Springfield is hosting a fundraiser to benefit the Friends of West Springfield, Inc. to raise money to purchase new dining room furniture for the Senior Center. The Monte Carlo will donate 10% of sales of lunches and dinners on January 14 and January 21 to the Friends. The Friends encourage you to enjoy a wonderful lunch and/or dinner to help support the Senior Center. Please consider putting the date on your calendar.

H.O.P.E.—Helping other people empathize! H.O.P.E. Cancer Support is a new peer support group forming for cancer survivors AND cancer caregivers (alternating weeks). Call for schedule. The group will meet at the Center for Human Development Office at 332 Birnie Avenue in Springfield, conveniently located directly across the street from D’Amours Center for Cancer Care! The group will meet on Wednesdays, 2:00-3:30 p.m. weekly. Please call peer facilitator, Laurie Rancitelli, at (413) 204-3605 to pre-register or for more details.

FAMILY & FRIENDS SUPPORT GROUP, provided free of charge to anyone in the community by Forastiere Family Funeral & Cremation, for those who have lost a child, parent, sibling, or dear relative or friend, will be held at the West Springfield Senior Center, 128 Park Street in West Springfield on Wednesday, January 20, from 3:15-4:15 p.m.

MARCH FOR LIFE 2016—Pro-Lifers will once again journey to Washington, D.C. to join hundreds of thousands in standing up and declaring that abortion destroys life. Please join us for the March for Life on January 22, 2016. There are busses which bring youth to the youth rally and busses that go to other events. Limited tickets are available for youth so please call soon. The cost of the trip is $64 per person, financial assistance is available. Please call the office at 413-583-5034 to register. Donations to help defray the cost are appreciated. For more information, please email: [email protected].

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS FREE THROW

CHAMPIONSHIP—All boys and girls ages 9 to 14 are invited to participate in the local level of competition for the Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship in West Springfield. This event will be held in the St. Thomas the Apostle gymnasium on Saturday, January 30, 2016 beginning with registration at 8:00 a.m. The Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship is sponsored annually, with winners progressing through local, district, and state competitions. International champions are announced by the K of C headquarters based on scores from the state-level competitions. All boys and girls will compete in their respective age and gender divisions. Last year more than 120,000 sharpshooters participated in over 3,600 local competitions. All contestants on the local level are recognized for their participation. Participants are required to show proof of age and written parental consent at registration. Age eligibility is determined by the age of the contestant as of January 1. Participation forms can be printed in advance from the K of C website, www.kofc.org (http://www.kofc.org/un/en/resources/service/youth/freethrow/1598_Print.pdf). Please contact Tom Butler at 739-1373 if you need additional information. The Knights of Columbus is an international Catholic family fraternal service organization with over 1.9 million members in 15,000 local councils. Last year, Knights donated over 71.5 million volunteer hours and $173.5 million to charitable and benevolent causes, sponsoring projects to benefit their church, councils, communities, culture of life, families and youth. ROSARY ON WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON—The rosary will be prayed every Wednesday at 2:15 p.m. in the Parish Center chapel. The three mysteries will be prayed – but come for one, two or all three. All are welcome!

MARY, MOTHER OF HOPE PARISH, SPRINGFIELD is sponsoring the following trips:

PANCAKES, WINE TASTING & SHOPPING on Friday, March 18, 7:30 a.m.—4 p.m. Breakfast at 9 a.m. at Ioka Farms in Hancock, Mass. After breakfast, we can see the syrup making facility and have an opportunity to purchase some of their fine maple products. Then we will leave for Richmond, Mass. to the Furnace Brook Winery where we will have the opportunity to sample up to 5 of their wines and purchase your favorite. Finally, we will stop at the Lee Premier Outlet stores on our way home for some shopping, a snack or lunch. Cost is $56 per person. To make your reservation, please call Sylvia at 594-2757.

ATLANTIC CITY from February 24-26, 2016. Included is: 2 nights at The Resorts Casino, $60 slot bonus, $60 meal vouchers, 2 shows, taxes, baggage handling and driver’s gratuity. $198 per person double. Deposit of $50 is due at time of reservation.

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