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SAINT JOSEPH
SAINT MARY
- CHURCH -
- CHURCH -
22 GOODWILL AVENUE
MERIDEN, CONNECTICUT 06451
5 SHERMAN PLACE
MERIDEN, CONNECTICUT 06451
Rev. Gerald H. Dziedzic ................................................ Pastor
Donald H. Smith ........................................................ Deacon
John T. Nugent ............................................. Deacon Emeritus
Sr. Georgeann Vumbaco ...............................Pastoral Associate
203-886-8961
Katherin Sniffin ......................................................... Principal
Jennifer Canell ................................................................DRE
Rev. Gerald H. Dziedzic ............................................... Pastor
MASS SCHEDULE
SATURDAY .................................Sunday Vigil Mass, 5:00 P.M.
SUNDAY ......................................8:00 A.M. and 11:00 A.M.
DAILY ..................................Monday thru Saturday 7:30 A.M.
MASS SCHEDULE
SACRAMENT OF PENANCE: Saturdays, 4:00 to 4:45 P.M. and
by request.
BAPTISM: 12:15 P.M. First and Third Sundays by appointment
only.
MARRIAGE: Please schedule weddings at least 6 months before
proposed date.
NEW PARISHIONERS: should register at the rectory by filling out
a census form.
RECTORY 203-237-5593 • SCHOOL 203-237-6800
CCD OFFICE 203-631-5337
WEBSITE www.stjosephschurchmeriden.org
Donald H. Smith ........................................................ Deacon
John T. Nugent ............................................. Deacon Emeritus
SATURDAY ............................................................ 4:00 P.M.
........................................... Confessions 3:15 P.M. - 3:45 P.M.
SUNDAY .............................................................. 9:30 A.M.
DAILY .............................................................. As Scheduled
BAPTISMS & WEDDINGS: Please call Rectory for arrangements.
NEW PARISHIONERS: should register at the rectory by filling out
a census from.
RECTORY 203-235-0519
ST. JOSEPH / ST. MARY
MERIDEN
THE MONTHLY COLLECTION
will be the second collection next week.
MASS INTENTIONS FOR ST. JOSEPH PARISH
January 31 – February 8
Saturday
5:00
Sunday
8:00
Sunday
11:00
Monday
7:30
Tuesday
7:30
Wednesday
7:30
Thursday
7:30
Friday
7:30
Saturday
7:30
Saturday
5:00
Sunday
8:00
Sunday
11:00
WILLIAM & DOROTHY LUBY
requested by their family
JOSEPH DEROY- 2nd
Anniversary, requested by his
family
JOYCE MCNULTY – 8th
Anniversary, requested by her
husband & family
MARIE KENNEDY requested by
Carol Dawe
MARY SIERACKI requested by
the Ivers Family
FRANK ZAVAGLIA requested by
his brother, Mario & family
LIVING & DECEASED
MEMBERS OF SAINT JOSEPH
PARISH
JOSEPHINE LINCAVICKS –
Birthday Remembrance,
requested by her daughter, Betty
MARJORIE DOYLE PADOCK –
8th Anniversary, requested by her
children & sister
ACHILLE PITTARI requested by
the Vumbaca Family
CLARENCE GUTAUSKAS
requested by his family
SUSAN MCINERNEY requested
by her sister, Diana McInerney
ST. JOSEPH CANDLE MEMORIALS THIS WEEK
Sanctuary: Special Intentions of the
Saint Joseph Parish Family
Blessed Mother: GERTRUDE CERASALE
th
16 Anniversary
requested by her husband & children
St. Joseph: Deceased Members of the
Saint Joseph Parish Family
If you would like to have a candle burn in honor of a living or
deceased loved one, or a special intention, please call the rectory.
JUST A REMINDER: The Saint Joseph Parish
Council will meet on Thursday, February 5, 2015 at
7:00 p.m.
CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOLS COLLECTION
THANK YOU! On behalf of our Catholic secondary
school students, the Superintendent of Catholic Schools,
Dr. Dale R. Hoyt, would like to express sincere thanks to
all those who supported the 2015 High School
Collection. Your generosity is deeply appreciated by all
those whose future you have helped to shape.
Something New For Meriden Catholics
This Lent…
Experience “24 Hours That Changed the World”
Beginning Ash Wednesday, February 18th, you are
invited to join Deacon Don Smith and your fellow
Catholics for this powerful, seven-week program.
This program is centered on a wonderful book called “24
Hours That Changed The World”.
“24 Hours That Changed The World” begins at 7 PM
on Wednesday, February 18th in Rosary Hall at Saint
Joseph Church, runs for seven consecutive weeks, and
concludes on April 1st, the evening before the start of
the Triduum. Bring your Bible! The $10 registration fee
provides you with the book AND a book of reflections for
each day of Lent. Space is limited, so PREREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. (No walk-ins, please!)
Please register BY FEBRUARY 4th. Registration forms
may be picked up at the parish office or you can call or
email Deacon Don (203-238-3660 or
[email protected]) and he will email the form to
you.
ST. PATRICK’S DANCE
The 43rd Annual St. Patrick’s Dance and Social will be
held Saturday, March 14, 2015, in Rosary Hall. Dinner
and dancing 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Details to follow. The
Dance Committee will meet Thursday, February 5, 2015,
at 6:30 p.m. in Rosary Hall to work out details – NEW
MEMBERS ARE WELCOME. For more information
contact Mark Dupuis at 203-237-0159.
SAINT JOSEPH YOUTH CHOIR
The Saint Joseph Youth Choir will rehearse on
Wednesday, February 4th, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Please feel free to call Hannah Fraser at 203-235-6674
or [email protected] for more information or if
you have any questions.
Support
Week Expenses Income
1/25/15 $ 6,027
$3,095
May God continue to bless and renew the
Parish Family of Saint Joseph.
FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
SAINT JOSEPH SCHOOL NEWS
Saint Joseph School Tours and shadow days can be
arranged as simply as making a phone call. Find out
why SJS students gain more than a year each year on
standardized tests. Call 203-237-6800 and schedule
your tour or an interview with the principal.
School Applications - Parents who are considering
the preschool program, all day kindergarten and/or
entrance into grades 1-8 may contact the school office at
203-237-6800, access the website at www.sjsmeriden.org, or stop by for an application.
Save The Date! Laugh so loud you bring a tear to your
eye! Come for an Adults only evening of comedy at the
North Italian Home Club, 43 Thorpe Avenue, Meriden
on Friday, February 27th. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. $25
per person and a cash bar. Proceeds help Saint Joseph
School keep quality Catholic Education in Meriden.
Come and see the SJS STEM Fair (Science,
Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Projects by
the Preschool through grade 8 students of Saint Joseph
School, Wednesday, February 11, 2015 from 6:30-8
p.m. in Rosary Hall. Judges still needed. Contact Mrs.
Sniffin at [email protected] if you are a
teacher, scientist, engineer or experienced in any STEM
career to volunteer as a judge. Judging will be February
10th from 2-5:30 p.m.
Thank You for your continued support and prayers for
FEBRUARY 1, 2015
MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT
The Archdiocesan Family Life Office will hold its 8th
Annual Marriage Enrichment evening next Saturday,
February 7, 2015, from 5:00-9:00 p.m. at Mary Our
Queen Church and Parish Center, 248 Savage Street,
Plantsville, CT. This year’s program will begin with
Mass, include dinner, prayer, reflection, fun and a
keynote address “How to be Married and Stay Engaged”
by Dr. Jim Healy, nationally renowned author, speaker
and Director of the Center for Family Ministry for the
Diocese of Joliet, IL. The cost is $25.00 per couple and
includes dinner (scholarships are available.) To register
or obtain more information, contact Tom and Donna Finn
at 860-621-7858 or email to [email protected].
Please R.S.V.P. by February 4, 2015.
RACHEL’S VINEYARD RETREAT
If you are suffering from an abortion, experience the
healing love of Jesus Christ on a Rachel’s Vineyard
Retreat weekend February 6-8, 2015 in Litchfield, CT.
The weekend healing process includes discussions,
Living Scriptures with meditations, the Sacrament of
Reconciliation, a memorial Service and Mass of
Entrustment. Participation is totally confidential. The fee
for the weekend is $175 for meals, private room and all
retreat materials. Call 203-631-9030 for more
information or visit www.rachelsvineyard.org.
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEWS
the students at Saint Joseph School. We keep you in
our prayers each and every day.
God Bless, Mrs. Katherin Sniffin
CCD classes for Grades 1-5 meets on Tuesday,
February 3rd, from 4:30-5:30 p.m. at Saint Joseph
School.
COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS
Applications are now available in the school office for the
Marion and Dorothy Whalon Scholarship Fund. The
Scholarships have been established from the Whalon
Estate to provide college and university scholarships for
graduates of Saint Joseph School in Meriden. Selection
of the recipients is based on the service to the parish
and the community, academic performance, and need.
Please return the completed application to the school
office or rectory by March 26th.
CCD classes for Grades 6-8 meets on Monday,
February 2nd, from 6:30-7:45 p.m. at Saint Joseph
School.
PEG JOHNSON SCHOLARSHIP
Applications for the 2015-2016 awarding of the Peg
Johnson Scholarship are now available. The Peg
Johnson Scholarship is awarded in memory of
Margaret “Peg” Johnson, a former teacher at Saint Mary
School. Children who are active Saint Mary or Saint
Joseph parishioners, and who are attending a local
Catholic School, and who are entering the fifth or sixth
grade in the fall are eligible. Please call Carol at Saint
Mary Rectory, 203-235-0519, or Saint Joseph School,
203-237-6800, to receive an application.
Classes for 1st Year Confirmation Program meets on
Sunday, February 8th, from 6:30-7:45 p.m. in Saint
Joseph School.
PRAYER FOR VOCATIONS
God our Father, we thank you for calling
men and women to serve in your
Son’s Kingdom as priests, deacons,
religious, and consecrated persons.
Send your Holy Spirit to help us respond
generously and courageously to your call.
May our community of faith support vocations
of sacrificial love in our youth.
We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ,
Who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one
God, forever and ever.
Amen.
ST. JOSEPH / ST. MARY
Mass Intentions…
MASS INTENTIONS for ST. MARY PARISH
February 1st – February 8th
Saturday
4:00 Eleanor Jette (Fr. Jette's Mother)
requested by Saint Mary Parish
Sunday
9:30 George Arsenault (1st Anniversary),
Joseph Mule, Jr. (2nd Anniversary)
requested by Family
Saturday
4:00
Sunday
9:30 Thomas J. Keough
(14th Anniversary) requested by
Wife & Family
THE BLESSED MOTHER LAMP TO BURN THIS WEEK
IN MEMORY OF ELEANOR JETTE
(FR. JETTE'S MOTHER)
REQUESTED BY SAINT MARY PARISH COUNCIL
Offertory for January 24th & 25th : $1,35.60.
THANK YOU for your generous response to last weekend's
High School Collection. A total of $274.00 was collected to
benefit St. Paul Catholic High School. May God bless you for
your continued support of Catholic Education.
VOCATIONS
People were spellbound by the teachings of Jesus. The
church needs bold teachers and preachers today. Consider a
vocation to priesthood or religious life. Call Fr. Anthony
Smith, Director of Vocations, Archdiocesan Center at St.
Thomas Seminary, Tel 860-242-5573, e-mail
[email protected] or visit the web at
www.vocationshartford.org.
MERIDEN
DIACONATE INQUIRY SESSIONS
The Archdiocesan Office of Diaconate Formation is now
preparing to admit a new class of candidates for the Diaconate
in the fall of 2015. Any Catholic man between the ages of 35
and 60 who may be interested in the Diaconate is encouraged
to speak to his pastor.
Two inquiry sessions will be held at St. Thomas Seminary in
Bloomfield on Sunday, March 8, 2015 and Sunday, March 22,
2015 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Both sessions must be attended,
and spouses must also attend. Please call the office at
(860)242-5573 no later than March 2, 2015 in order to preregister.
Forgive
Forgive someone. Today forgive.
Turn from bitter to positive.
End frustration, anger, pain;
Wash the anguish from your brain.
No need to reconcile or tell;
Just feel better and get well.
A brand new, peaceful life to live,
That’s your gift, when you forgive.
By Joanna Fuchs
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...forgive us our trespasses, as we
forgive those who trespass against us...
- The Our Father
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926 – pg 4
FOURTH SUNDAY ORDINARY TIME
FEBRUARY 1, 2015
** IN PRAYERFUL THANKSGIVING **
FOR THOSE WHO SERVE...
READINGS FOR THE WEEK
Monday:
Mal 3:1-4; Ps 24:7-10; Heb 2:14-18;
Lk 2:22-40 (22-32)
Tuesday:
Heb 12:1-4; Ps 22:26b-28, 30-32;
Mk 5:21-43
Wednesday:
Heb 12:4-7, 11-15; Ps 103:1-2,
13-14, 17-18a; Mk 6:1-6
Thursday:
Heb 12:18-19, 21-24; Ps 48:2-4,
9-11; Mk 6:7-13
Friday:
Heb 13:1-8; Ps 27:1, 3, 5, 8b-9;
Mk 6:14-29
Saturday:
Heb 13:15-17, 20-21; Ps 23:1-6;
Mk 6:30-34
Sunday:
Jb 7:1-4, 6-7; Ps 147:1-6; 1
Cor 9:16-19, 22-23; Mk 1:29-39
SPC Jacob Steinbeck,
U.S. Army
SPEC. Bradley Milslagle, U.S. Army,
Serving in Afghanistan
Tech Sergeant Kevin T. Carabetta,
U.S. Air National Guard
Master Sergeant Patrick Connolly,
U.S. Air Force
BUCN Christopher T. Higgins,
Naval Mobile Construction,
Battalion 4 - U.S.N.
First Class Petty Officer Sean Quinn,
U.S. Navy
Staff Sgt. Timothy R. Cox,
U.S. Air Force
Sgt. Christian M. Cox,
U.S. Marine Corp.
Tech. Sgt. Christopher Darling,
U.S. Air Force
Pvt. Amanda Christine Chatfield,
U.S. Army
Please remember these fine men (and women),
and all who serve our country, in your prayers.
Call the rectory to update information or to
add names to the list.
CHURCH BULLETIN HUMOR...
Remember in prayer the many who are sick of our
community.
For those of you who have children and don't know it, we
have a nursery downstairs.
Don't let worry kill you off. Let the Church help.
(www.catholicbible101.com)
SCHOLARSHIP NEWS : Application forms for the Peg
Johnson Scholarship are now available.
The Peg Johnson Scholarship is awarded in memory
of Margaret (Peg) Johnson, a former teacher at St. Mary
School. Children who are active St. Mary or St. Joseph
parishioners, who are attending a local Catholic school,
and who are entering the fifth or sixth grade in the fall,
are eligible.
Applications are due Friday, May 15, 2015.
Please call Carol at (203)235-0519 to learn more.
Prayer for Those who Await a Solder's Return
God of All goodness,
Look with love on those who wait
for the safe return of their loved ones
who serve in the armed forces of their country.
In faith and hope, we turn to you for comfort.
Grant that we may trust in your mercy
and send an angel to sustain us as we await their safe return.
We ask this through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
- WELCOME IF YOU ARE NEW TO THE PARISH, WE EXTEND A
WARM WELCOME.
IF YOU ARE JUST VISITING, FEEL AT HOME
AMONG US.
IF YOU CHOOSE TO JOIN OUR PARISH, PLEASE
INTRODUCE YOURSELF BY CALLING THE
RECTORY, (203) 235-0519 - ST. MARY'S;
(203) 237-5593 - ST. JOSEPH'S.
926 – pg 5
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