March 27, 2016

Saint Thomas Church
99 Bristol Street, Southington, CT 06489-4599
Telephone: 860-628-4713
Fax: 860-628-7341
Web Site: www.stthomassouthington.org
e-mail: [email protected]
Religious Ed email: [email protected]
ST. THOMAS CHURCH
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
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.
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.
ST. THOMAS PRAYER LINE MINISTRY
To make a request for prayer contact Barbara Burke: 860-6213129, Noreen Fragola 860-628-2500, or the Sisters at the
Convent: 860-621-1904.
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!
SOUTHINGTON
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…..
EASTER SUNDAY OF THE RESURRECTION OF THE LORD
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 860628-9966 or Kathy Daddona at 203-439-0105.
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
[email protected] or 203-619-3985, or Robin Taillie at
[email protected] or 860-919-3783.
MARCH 27, 2016
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.
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.
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 860-6282485 for more information and to schedule a tour of the 133
Bristol Street campus.
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 1:911a, 12-13, 17-19/Jn 20:19-31
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