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Welcome To Our Parish Family!
Parish Membership Through baptism we become God’s sons and daughters, and brother and sisters of each other in Christ. Every family in the parish should be properly registered and each family should receive a set of envelopes. New parishioners should register at the Parish Office. Single adults over 21 years of age should register separately from parents. This registration is our only means of certifying anyone as a member of our parish family.
Office ● 47 Pleasant Street, West Hartford, Connecticut 06107 Phone 860-561-4235 ● Fax 860-561-0552
E-mail: [email protected] ● Parish Website: www.stpeterclaverparish.com
Pastor Reverend James F. Leary
Deacon James E. Hickey, Jr.
Pastoral Associate Gigi Frailey
Religious Education Office DRE - Angela Clement - 860-521-2904
RE Assistant - Marie Carr [email protected]
Office Staff Joanne Therrien Debbie Walgren
Music Director – Tim Stella
Cantor Amanda Kohl
Schedule of Masses
Saturday Vigil: 4:30 p.m. Sunday: 8:30 and 10:30 a.m.
Weekdays: Monday through Thursday: 6:30 a.m.
Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday 3:15 to 4:00 p.m. or by appointment.
Sacrament of Baptism Families preparing for Baptism must attend a
pre-baptismal class. Classes are held the third Sunday every other month.
Please call the parish office to make arrangements.
Baptisms are celebrated on the 1st Sunday of the month during the 10:30 a.m. Mass and
3rd Sunday of the month at 12:00 Noon.
Sacrament of Matrimony Those preparing for the Sacrament of Marriage should schedule an appointment with Fr. Leary
and Music Director Tim Stella
CHURCH OF SAINT PETER CLAVER WEST HARTFORD, CONNECTICUT November 2, 2014
Saturday, November 1 – All Saints 9:00 AM Mass ~ (Not a Holy Day) 4:30 PM Memorial: Patricia Hall
Sunday, November 2 8:30 AM 4th Anniversary: Lucille McCarthy 10:30 AM For the Deceased Members of St. Peter
Monday, November 3 6:30 AM For the Parishioners of St. Peter Claver Tuesday, November 4 6:30 AM Mass Wednesday, November 5 6:30 AM Mass Thursday, November 6 6:30 AM Memorial: Vincent & Theresa Ponti Saturday, November 8 4:30 PM Anniversary: Richard Mahoney
Sunday, November 9 8:30 AM 1st Anniversary: Ann Renzullo 10:30 AM Anniversary: Leo & Fiamma Stella
Monday, November 3 10:30 AM Lectio Divina – Choir Room Tuesday, November 4 7:00 PM Lectio Divina ~ Church 7:30 PM Knights of Columbus ~ Hall Wednesday, November 5 10:00 AM Playgroup ~ Hall Saturday, November 8 9:00 AM Flag Placement Ceremony ~ Fairview Cemetery
FLAGS OF OUR FATHERS Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Schools, Adults, Veteran’s, etc. are invited to place flags on Veteran’s graves on Saturday, November 8 from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. at Fairview Cemetery. Coffee, doughnuts and cider will be served
following at the cemetery. Please bring a screwdriver to help place flags into the ground if frozen. For additional information, contact Liz Smith at 860-521-1164.
A FAMILY PERSPECTIVE
Our loved ones, who have stepped through the door of death, are now at rest, free of all burdens. In going home to the Lord they brought their love and concern for us with them. Death cannot totally separate families; our love binds us together forever.
COMMEMORATION OF ALL THE FAITHFUL DEPARTED
(ALL SOULS’ DAY)
First Reading: Wisdom 3: 1-9 Those who left this earth before us are at peace, in the hands of God. The Lord is their King forever, and His grace, mercy and love are with His elect. Second Reading: Romans 5: 5-11 Rejoice in our Lord Jesus Christ! For through His death and resurrection we have been reconciled and shall have eternal life. By the power of the Holy Spirit God has given us hope, and hope does not disappoint. Gospel: John 6: 37-40 Jesus calls Himself the Bread of God, the giver of life to the world. True bread from heaven, not the manna Moses fed his people in the desert. Through the Eucharist we remember, celebrate and believe. All who believe in Him will have eternal life, and the Father will raise them up on the last day.
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READINGS FOR THE WEEKND OF NOVEMBER 9 First Reading: Ezekiel 47:1-2, 8-9, 12
Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 3:9c-11, 16-17 Gospel: John 2:13-22
ST. PETER CLAVER 7th ANNUAL HOLIDAY CRAFT FESTIVAL
AND MARKETPLACE
SATURDAY, November 15 ~ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm SUNDAY, November 16 ~ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Artisans * Food * Bake Sale * Café TO BENEFIT MEDICAL AID TO HAITI (MATH)
HOPES COLLECTION THANK YOU!
A note from Dale R. Hoyt, Ed. D. Superintendent of
Catholic Schools writes: “On behalf of the elementary
schools in the Archdiocese of Hartford, I extend my
sincere gratitude to you and your parishioners for the
contribution of $1,426 to the 37th Annual HOPES
Collection. As a parish, you have generously supported
our efforts to consistently integrate academic excellence
with our Catholic faith. My sincere thanks for
encouraging participation in the HOPES Collection and
for your continued prayers on behalf of the ministry of
Catholic school education.”
THE COMMEMORATION OF ALL THE FAITHFUL DEPARTED
“GOD WITH US: AN ADVENT PREPARATION CELEBRATION”
with Dan Schutte As Advent draws near this evening of music and storytelling for all age groups will remind us of the true meaning of God’s coming among us. Sponsored by all six West Hartford Catholic Parishes, the event will take place on Sunday, November 16, 2014 at St. Timothy Catholic Church 1116 North Main St West Hartford. Dan has been composing music for worship for more than 30 years. His more recent pieces exhibit an enduring ability to reach into people’s hearts and draw them into prayer. He is one of the best-known, most prolific and influential composers of music for the liturgy today. He wrote “Here I Am Lord.” Open to the public, a free- will donation will be collected at the end of the evening. For more information: contact: Gigi Frailey 860-561-4235 or Pat Piano 860-232-8594.
GUILD OF ST. AGNES HOME NEWS
The Guild of St. Agnes Home has provided much needed financial and moral support for the residents and staff of St. Agnes Family Center for over 100 years. To become a part of this group, during their annual membership drive currently in progress, please contact Ellen Kelly at 860-677-5385.
ALTAR SERVER TRAINING BEGINS
Altar Server training for 4th graders on up will be held on Thursdays, November 6th, 13th & 20th from 5:00 – 6:00 pm in the Church. What a great way to get involved in the weekly masses and be a part of our parish community. The newly trained servers will be introduced to the parish on November 23thh at the 10:30 AM mass (It is not mandatory that they attend but it’s a nice ceremony). A brief reception will follow to welcome the new altar servers and their families to the Altar Serving Ministry. For more information contact Sue Farrell at [email protected] or 860-521-6736.
ADULT ALTAR SERVERS NEEDED
TO SERVE AT FUNERAL MASSES All are welcome to join this wonderful ministry which serves those who have lost a loved one. Please call Polly Merritt Maglio
for additional information at 860-558-8548. No experience needed ~ training be provided.
ST. ELIZABETH HOUSE SHELTER DINNER
On Saturday, November 15, we will provide and serve a meal for the residents of St. Elizabeth House Shelter in Hartford. If you wish to participate in this ministry by cooking, baking, or making a monetary donation, please sign up in the back of the Church this weekend. Monetary donations can be placed in the collection basket in an envelope marked St. Elizabeth House Dinner. Please make checks payable to St. Peter Claver. Food donations will need to be dropped off at the Parish Center on Saturday, November 15 between 2:00 and 3:30 p.m. For additional information please call Gigi Frailey at (860) 561-4235.
Stewardship Corner ~ Today’s psalm makes clear that we and everything we think we own actually belong to God.
LUNCHEON & HEALING MASS
CALLING ON SENIOR PARISHIONERS – A recent invitation was mailed to all Senior Parishioners age 65 and older for a Luncheon and Healing Mass which will take place on Wednesday, November 12th. Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 am followed by the Luncheon at 12:00 noon. During this Mass, the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick will be offered to anyone who wishes to receive. We hope you will join us for both the Mass and Luncheon. If you have not received your invitation or know of a senior parishioner who has not, please let us know. Transportation is also available if needed.
CALLING ALL BAKERS! Baked goods will be sold at the 7th Annual Holiday Craft Festival & Marketplace on Saturday, November 15 and Sunday, November 16. We need lots of cookies, brownies, cupcakes, pies, cakes and breads. Please bring baked goods to the parish center on Friday, November 15 or Saturday morning before 10:00 am, November 16. Or, if you would like us to pick up the baked goods from your home, please let us know. Proceeds from the bake sale will benefit Medical Aid to Haiti (MATH). Contact person: Dorothy Mazaitis 860-561-2640, [email protected] ).
Attention Veterans The Knights of Columbus will be honoring our
St. Peter Claver Veterans on Saturday, November 8th during the 4:30 p.m. Mass
Keep your eye on your mail for details
2014 ANNUAL COLLECTION Every parish family should have received a letter from Father Leary this week asking for a contribution to our Annual Collection to help offset our operating deficit. The participation of ALL parishioners is essential for the success of this effort. Please return your gift card today. Thank you!
This Sunday is the Feast of All Souls. On this day, we remember those who have died, and we pray that they rest in the presence of Jesus. Through the Communion of Saints, we are connected to all those who have died. On the feast of All Souls, we are reminded that Jesus is our Savior and Redeemer who gives us the Promise of Everlasting Life! Let us remember these words of Psalm 23 - Only goodness and kindness follow me all the days of my life; and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever!
Contact the Faith Formation Office with any questions at 860-521-2904 or email at [email protected].
"This is the will of My Father, that everyone who sees the Son and believes in Him may have eternal life.” John 6:40
CHILDREN’S GIFTS OF LOVE! May God bless our children who worship God at Mass each week. They show their love for God by the many gifts of love listed on their offertory envelopes!
Gifts of Time: Helping friends; Played nice; Visited my Gram’s nursing home; Making my bed every morning.
Gifts of Talent: Riding my new bike; Hula hooping; Play-ing the flute; Baking; Scored a goal in soccer; Gymnastics.
Gifts of Treasure: My Family; Learning about Jesus; Pray-ing with my young neighbors; My dog Nala.
FAITH FORMATION CLASSES
GRADES 3 - 6 Sunday Students meet this Sunday, November 2 ~
9:30 - 10:30am.
Weekday Students meet as follows: Tuesday, NO CLASS November 4 Election Day
Wednesday, November 5 ~ 2:15-3:15pm
GRADE 7 Students meet on Sunday, Nov 9 ~ 11:45am - 12:45pm
GRADE 8 Sunday Students: November 23 at 11:45am-12:45pm
Tuesday Students: November 25 at 6:30-7:30pm.
PLEASE NOTE: There are NO CLASSES on Tuesday, November 4 Election Day and Tuesday, Nov. 11 Veteran’s Day. There are NO CLASSES on Wednesday, November 12 and Sunday, November 16.
ADAPTIVE PROGRAM Our next Class Session for Children with Special Needs takes place this Tuesday, November 18, from 6:30-7:30pm. We will begin Sacramental Programs in Janu-ary. Please contact the Faith Formation Office if you wish to register your child or email Craig Lomma at [email protected].
CONFIRMATION PREPARATION GRADE 9: Students meet on Sunday, November 9 at 11:45am-12:45pm.
GRADE 10: Students meet Sunday, December 7, 11:45-1pm.
FAMILY & CHURCH CLASSES
GRADE 1 Sunday Students: November 2, 9:30am - 10:30am
Tuesday Students: December 9 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
GRADE 2 Sunday Students: November 23, 9:30am- 10:30am Tuesday Students: November 18, 3:45pm- 4:45pm
Wednesday Students: November 19, 2:15pm-3:15pm
Time With Jesus Response Sheets are due at Mass according to Family Reading Schedule
November is here!There are many cele-brations during this month, beginning with
the remembrance of the Saints, which we celebrate on the 1st day of the month and All Souls’ on the 2nd. In November, we also celebrate Veteran’s Day and Thanksgiving. The Church has the great Feast of Christ The King on November 23rd, followed by the First Week of Advent on November 30th.
Let us thank God for the beautiful times and sea-sons that remind us of His Goodness and Love!
ALL SOULS’ DAY PRAYER
Dear God, on All Soul’s Day, help us to remember all of the wonderful people in our lives who now enjoy Your Pres-ence and rest in the Peace of Christ.
May we try to be like them and show love for You and all people. May we always know that Love lives forever ~ in our hearts and happy memories.
Thank You, for sending Jesus, who died for us so that we can live in Your Kingdom forever!
We pray in the name of Jesus. Amen.
Our First Town-Wide Youth Group Gath-ering takes place on Saturday, Nov 23 - 4-6pm for students in Grades 8-11 at St. Peter Claver Parish Hall! “Family Fued” Game between parishes! Please RSVP at [email protected].
ST. PETER CLAVER IS HOSTING THE 2ND TOWN WIDE
CATHOLIC YOUTH GROUP EVENT
WHO: All CATHOLIC TEENS 8th Grade – High School
(Encourage your children to invite their friends from different churches in town and challenge them to form a team!)
WHAT: PARISH FAMILY FEUD GAME SHOW & DINNER
Emcee’d by Dennis Swanton WHEN: SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23rd in the Parish Hall
from 4:00 – 6:00 pm
Please have your student register by emailing Beth Boehm at [email protected]. The deadline to form a team or to RSVP to attend the event & dinner is November 13th.
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