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Saint Thomas Church 99 Bristol Street, Southington, CT
06489-4599
Telephone: 860-628-4713 Web Site: www.stthomassouthington.org
e-mail: [email protected]
Fax: 860-628-7341 Religious Ed email: [email protected]
Pastor Rev. Nicholas P. Melo
[email protected]
Deacon Angelo J. Coppola
St. Thomas Convent 860-621-1904
Director of
Religious Education Sr. Marie Roccapriore, M.P.F.
860-628-9679
Southington Catholic School Mrs. Eileen Sampiere, Principal
860-628-2485
Mass Schedule
Chapel Monday & Tuesday
................................................... 7:30 a.m.
Thursday & Friday
.................................................. 12:10 p.m.
Saturday
.....................................................................
8:00 a.m.
Church Saturday Vigil
............................................................ 4:00
p.m.
Sunday ............................................... 7:30 a.m.
and 10:00 a.m.
Reconciliation Saturday
..................................................................
2:30 p.m. or by Appointment
Holy Hour (Chapel) Tuesday (for vocation)
.............................................11:00 a.m.
Thursday (with Benediction)
...................................11:00 a.m.
Eucharistic Adoration ....................... 8:00 a.m. - 11:00
a.m.
Miraculous Medal Novena (Chapel) Tuesday
.....................................................................
7:00 p.m.
Sponsor Certificates Sponsor Certificates are available in the
sacristy of the Church or
the rectory office. You must be an active parishioner,
registered with
our parish for 6 months or more. The use of the envelope
system
assists in verifying that you are an active parishioner.
Baptism Parents are asked to contact Jean at the rectory to
arrange for a
Baptism.
Marriage The Archdiocese requires a minimum of 6 months for
marriage
preparation. Couples should contact Fr. Nick at the rectory.
RCIA - The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults If your faith
journey has led you to think about the Catholic
Church or to receive the sacraments of Eucharist and
Confirmation,
please join us in the RCIA. For more information contact Sr.
Marie
Roccapriore, M.P.F. at the Convent.
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ST. THOMAS CHURCH SOUTHINGTON
SATURDAY, AUGUST 13 4:00 Patti Yorski-Birthday, req. by her
husband and daughter
SUNDAY, AUGUST 14
7:30 Deceased Sisters and Associates of the Dominican
Sisters of Peace, req. by Carmel Avitabile
10:00 Dr. John E. Cockayne, req. by his wife and family
MONDAY, AUGUST 15 THE ASSUMPTION OF THE
BLESSED VIRGIN MARY
7:30 The deceased members of the SanSisto and Maria
DellaNeve Society, req. by Bob Aldieri
TUESDAY, AUGUST 16 St. Stephen of Hungary
7:30 Sophie Mongillo, req. by family
THURSDAY, AUGUST 18
12:10 Parishioners whose Funeral Mass was in July:
Veronica R. Riggs
FRIDAY, AUGUST 19 St. John Eudes
12:10 Parishioners of St. Thomas
SATURDAY, AUGUST 20 St. Bernard
8:00 Francesca and Vincenzo Mazzulla, req. by their
daughter and grandson
4:00 Robert W. Baldwin and James R. Kaufmann, req. by the
Baldwin Family
SUNDAY, AUGUST 21
7:30 John and Elsie Keating and Bette Longo, req. by Tony
Longo and family
10:00 Richard A. Brown, req. by family
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:
860-621-3129, Noreen Fragola 860-628-2500, or the Sisters at
the
Convent: 860-621-1904.
MINISTRY TO THE HOMEBOUND
St. Thomas Parish offers Ministry to the homebound and shut-ins.
If you know of someone who would like to receive the Eucharist on a
monthly or weekly basis please call the rectory at
860-628-4713.
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION REGISTRATION 2016-2017
Reminder: Completed re-registration forms for enrolled students
with the $50 fee should be returned at this time. Registration
forms were sent to parents via email. Registration forms for NEW
students, or those entering 1st grade, may be obtained at the
entrances of the church or weekdays at the rectory. A copy of the
child’s full birth certificate, baptismal certificate and the
non-refundable fee of $50 must accompany the completed registration
form.
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.
NEW DAY PROGRAM FOR BEREAVED St Thomas Church will conduct a
bereavement seminar beginning September 14, 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
element 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.
2016 - 2017 LADIES GUILD REGISTRATION The Saint Thomas Ladies’
Guild is conducting it’s annual membership drive. Meetings are held
on the first Monday of each month, in the Parish Center at 7:00
p.m. The Guild tries to create a religious and social atmosphere
among its members who are dedicated to work together in true
Catholic harmony under the guidance of Saint Thomas the Apostle,
our patron saint. We would enjoy meeting you. It’s a great way for
you to get acquainted with your fellow parishioners. Please
complete the form below, include the $5 membership fee and drop in
the
collection basket.
Name: _____________________________________________ Address:
___________________________________________ Email:
_____________________________________________ Phone:
_______________
CATHOLIC BIBLICAL SCHOOL
The Archdiocese of Hartford Catholic Biblical School offers a
comprehensive Bible study from a Catholic perspective. Interested
adults should contact the office at St. Thomas Seminary by August
15th. Classes begin in Bloomfield, Hamden, Southington and the
Waterbury area in early September. For more information, check the
website www.orehartford.org .
CALLED TO SERVE
There are different kinds of spiritual gifts but the same
Spirit; there are different forms of service but the same Lord. (1
Cor 12:4-5). One way to serve Saint Thomas Parish is through
Liturgical Ministries. Please give prayerful consideration to
participate as an Usher, Minister of Holy Communion, Lector, Altar
Server, Greeter, Cantor, or Choir member. For further information
please contact Jean at 860-628-4713 (day) or email
[email protected].
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TWENTIETH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME AUGUST 14, 2016
Readings for the Week of August 14, 2016 Sunday: Jer 38:4-6,
8-10/Ps 40:2-4, 18/Heb 12:1-4/Lk 2:49-53 Monday: Rv 11:19a;
12:1-6a, 10ab/Ps 45:10-12, 16/1 Cor 15:20-27/Lk 1:39-56 Tuesday: Ez
28:1-10/Dt 32:26-28, 30, 35-36/Mt 19:23- 30 Wednesday: Ez
34:1-11/Ps 23:1-6/Mt 20:1-16 Thursday: Ez 36:23-28/Ps 51:12-15,
18-19/Mt 22:1-14 Friday: Ez 37:1-14/Ps 107:2-9/Mt 22:34-40
Saturday: Ez 43:1-7a/Ps 85:9-14/Mt 23:1-12 Next Sunday: Is
66:18-21/Ps 117:1-2/Heb 12:5-7, 11-13/Lk
13:22-30
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS MUSEUM
The Knights of Columbus Museum recently opened Mission of Faith:
The Coming of the Gospel to America, which explores Catholic
evangelization from the arrival of Columbus to the present. A
series of public lectures is planned throughout the show. The
museum, at 1 State Street in New Haven, is open 10-5 daily.
Admission and parking are free. For more information go to:
kofcmuseum.org.
The sanctuary flowers are donated this week in memory of Patti
Yorski, requested by her husband and daughter.
ARCHDIOCESAN BLUE MASS
Join Archbishop Leonard P. Blair to Honor First Responders at
the 2016 Blue Mass on Sunday, September 11th at the Cathedral of
St. Joseph at 11am. Police, Fire, Emergency Responders, the Dept.
of Corrections and other organizations who are in the service of
protecting the public’s well-being, will participate in an opening
procession on Farmington Avenue in Hartford. The procession will
lead into the Cathedral where Archbishop Blair will celebrate the
Sunday Liturgy. While this annual event will once again honor the
courage, generosity, personal sacrifice and life-saving
competencies of first-responders, it will also be an occasion to
reflect prayerfully on our unity as “one nation, under God,
indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.”
SAINT THOMAS CEMETERY
Pre-need graves are available for purchase, by appointment, at
Saint Thomas Cemetery. Columbarium niches for cremains are also
available. To schedule an appointment, please call 860-628-4713,
Monday—Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.
The Church Sanctuary Candle is offered this week in memory of
Sophie Mongillo, requested by family. The Chapel Sanctuary Candle
is offered this week in memory of Staff Sgt. Stephen Suchar,
Jr.-73rd Anniversary, requested by the Suchar family.
ARCHDIOCESAN ANNIVERSARY SUNDAY
A special Mass will take place at St. Joseph’s Cathedral in
Hartford on Sunday, October 16th at 2:00pm. All couples celebrating
their 25th, 50th, 60th and any other special wedding anniversaries
this year are invited! Archbishop Leonard Blair will be the main
celebrant. Mass will include the renewal of marriage vows, followed
by a simple reception and an opportunity for a photo with
Archbishop Blair. Family members and friends are encouraged to
attend. Please call the Rectory/parish office at 860-628-4713 to
respond to this invitation.
ONLINE GIVING
Online Giving has been updated with improvements for our donors
including an easier-to-use interface, and a quicker way to donate
to specific funds. Online Giving is a great way to support our
church. Signing up is easy-you can use a computer, tablet, or
smartphone. Just go to our website, www.stthomassouthington.org,
and click the Online Giving logo to get started.
RCIA AND RCIC
Have you been thinking of becoming a Catholic or have you missed
receiving the sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist or Confirmation? Do
you know someone of another faith tradition who is interested in
joining our Catholic Faith? Our parish community has a solution for
you through the RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults).
RCIA is a process for faith conversion; a process for unbaptized
persons to join the Catholic
Church; for Catholic baptized persons to receive the
Sacraments
of Eucharist and Confirmation; and also baptized persons
from
other denominations to come in full communion with the Catholic
Church. RCIC is the Rite of Christian Initiation for Children.
Anyone interested in learning more about the Catholic Faith and
possibly becoming a member of our parish community is invited to
contact Sr. Marie at 860-621-1904.
ALTAR SERVERS
Altar Servers serve at the altar and assist the priest and the
deacon. They may carry the cross, the candles, the thurible, the
bread, the wine and the water. Those currently serving our parish
in this ministry are: Makenna Calabrese Jack Galvin Andrew Cawley
Margaret Galvin Dennis Cawley Zari Jelks-Heron Christian D’Agostino
Ryan Mckenna Dante D’Agostino Elizabeth Melvin Mark D’Agostino
James Melvin Christopher Descoteaux Thomas Melvin Aurora Donato
Riley Wagner
ST. ALOYSIUS RAFFLE TICKETS
Parishioners from St. Aloysius Church in Southington will be
selling raffle tickets here at St. Thomas Church after all Masses,
August 27th and 28th. The tickets are for their Annual Picnic
Raffle for $1.00each. Prizes are $2,000, $1,000, and 2-$500 cash
prizes. The drawing will be on September 11th at their Annual
Picnic.
SEMINARIAN’S CORNER….
Dear friends in Christ - I will be away from the parish this
weekend visiting some seminary brothers in Charleston, SC. Next
weekend (Aug. 20-21) will be my last in the parish. The summer has
indeed flown by. Please be assured of my prayers for you all.
Anthony
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