OPPORTUNITIES TO CELEBRATE LENT
ST. DUNSTAN
GLASTONBURY
Saturday, February 22 4:00 PM Salvatore Lombardo requested by his daughter, Jacqueline Shettle Sunday, February 23 8:00 AM Maria Sacco requested by her husband 9:30 AM Gloria Demate requested by the family 11:30 AM Rev. Frederic F. Curry requested by the Boccia family Monday, February 24 8:00 AM Mary Shaw requested by Chet & Margy Pelka Tuesday, February 25 8:00 AM Mass Wednesday, February 26 8:00 AM Mass Thursday, February 27 8:00 AM No Mass Friday, February 28 8:00 AM Edgar L. Townsend, 10th anniversary requested by his wife Saturday, March 1 4:00 PM Adele Conticello requested by the St. Dunstan’s Women’s Book Group Sunday, March 2 8:00 AM Larry Churchill requested by Brad & Lois Churchill 9:30 AM Cornelius J. Mullaney, 1st anniversary requested by the LaChapelle family 11:30 AM Josephine Orzech, requested by Elaine, Janet, Carol and Stanley, Jr. If you are attending the Mass scheduled for your deceased loved one, please let the ushers know before Mass if you would like to bring the gifts to the altar.
FINANCIAL BLESSINGS February 15 & 16 Offertory
$5,643.75
THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY!
Come join us and pray the rosary for world peace today, Sunday, February 23rd after the 11:30 Mass.
7th Grade Recognition Mass reception
All parishioners are invited to enjoy coffee and baked goods in the hall after the 9:30am Mass on March 2nd.
Columba Bae, Karen Kuzmeski Bardwell, James Burke, Deacon Ron Daigle, Daniel Ficacelli, Pat Gagnon, Kathleen Hersey, Jean Jacques, Jack Kessler, Nancy Murphy, Diane Newton, Steven Rothmann, Nicholas Roto, Chet Stasiowski, Mark Sullivan, Roseanne Talbot, Barbara Tsipouras, Bill Vance, Gina Vance, Gloria Vespoli, Tim Wall If anyone in the parish wishes prayers for someone who is sick, please call the office and the name will be printed in the bulletin. It will run for four weeks, unless a renewal is requested.
We joyfully welcome the following children as members of our parish family:
Katherine Patricia Amon Jake Ryan Insero Nolan Richard Sullivan Olivia Mary Robbins May they grow in the faith we share, close to God always.
OPPORTUNITIES TO CELEBRATE LENT MARCH 5, 2014 – APRIL 20, 2014 Ash Wednesday Schedule: 7:00 a.m. Mass 12:15 p.m. Mass 4:00 p.m. Prayer Service 6:00 p.m. Mass Mondays in Lent: 6:00-‐7:00 p.m. Reconciliation Friday Mornings in Lent: 8:30 a.m. Lenten Scripture Series Friday Evenings in Lent: 7:00 p.m. Stations of the Cross LENTEN CONFESSIONS The door of faith is always open for us, ushering us into the life of stronger communion with God and offering entry into His Church. In this year of faith, prepare for Easter by receiving the Sacrament of Reconciliation. During Lent, every Catholic Church in the Archdiocese of Hartford will be open on Mondays from 6 to 7pm for Lenten Confessions. Let us pray that the Year of Faith will reawaken Catholics of all ages through spiritual reflection and their desire to become one with God. For more information, visit www.Light4you.info.
Townwide Penance Service for Lent
Weds. April 2nd at 7:00 p.m. at St. Paul Church
SEVENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Birthright Baby Bottle Fundraiser
The baby bottles that were distributed at Masses on Feb. 1/2, will be collected, filled with your coins, cash, or checks at all Masses on the weekend of Feb. 22/23. If you used the insert inside the bottle to make a donation in honor or in memory of a loved one, Birthright will send an acknowledgement card for your gift of life. This is an opportunity to have involvement in a project that saves the lives of unborn children and makes a lasting difference in the mothers’ lives. Thank you for any help you can provide! If you have any questions, please contact Ben Robinson at 860-‐657-‐3168.
MEN’S PARISH RETREAT WEEKEND Friday March 21 – Sunday, March 23 “Nothing Less Than Everything”
Scholarships Available Catholic Graduates Club of Greater Hartford will award three scholarships of $1,000 each to Catholic students who are high school seniors and who plan to attend a four-‐year college in the fall of 2014. The applicant must reside in Hartford County. Our club has awarded over $94,000 to 149 scholarship recipients over the past 62 years. Students are chose on the basis of financial need, scholarship, character, leadership and achievement. Information can be obtained by contacting guidance counselors or principals in area high schools, or at www.catholicgraduatesct.org. Deadline for submission of scholarship applications is March 15, 2014.
GMLKCI Community Conversations
"The Beloved Community"
Saturday, February 15 and March 1 9:30 a.m. to noon Welles-Turner Memorial Library, Friends Room 2407 Main Street, Glastonbury th
Who goes on a retreat? It may surprise you that men of all ages and backgrounds have been going to the Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center for the better part of half a century. It doesn’t matter what you do for a living, or your socio-economic background. All that matters is that you have a desire to experience something that will help you refocus on the things that matter most in your life. Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center in West Hartford is once again inviting members of our parish to experience a dynamic weekend retreat that explores the meaning and the potential of love to transform our lives. Love is our source and our destination. Christ gave us nothing less than complete love on the cross, and we, in turn, are called to love one another. The Retreat begins with a buffet dinner Friday evening from 6 to 8 PM and ends with brunch at noon on Sunday. For those interested in finding out more about this year’s retreat, you can visit their web site at www.holyfamilyretreat.org or call 860.760.9705 for additional information. You may also contact parish co-chairman Tyler Vartenigian at 860-657-2175.
ACTS Retreat for Women February 27-‐March 2 Immaculata Retreat House, Willimantic Sponsored by St. James Church, Manchester (Transportation to and from Immaculata provided.)
Catholic women present an ACTS weekend retreat under the guidance of a Catholic Guide. The retreat begins Thursday evening and ends Sunday at 11:00am Mass at St. James followed by a reception in the church hall. The goals are to renew yourself spiritually, to strengthen your faith and its application in your daily life, and to create lasting and supporting friendships. Participants return to their parish faith communities with a deeper love for each other and a desire to become more involved. Want to know more? Call Wanda Pelletier (860.597.1541) Anita Pescosolido (860.559.4579) or Maura O’Connor (860.280.6621).
Discover Mercy: Activities, Food and Fun!!! Mercy Catholic High School is having a morning for girls in 5th-‐7th grades on Saturday March 15th from 9:00am to 1:00pm. Girls can chose from a list of activities. Please register online: www.mercyhigh.com. The cost is $15/student, which includes lunch.
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Deacon Arthur Miller, will facilitate the conversations based on Dr. King’s “Letter from Birmingham Jail.” For further information call 860-633-6078 or 860-841-7144 or visit www.gmlkci.org. We hope you will join us for this free program. It will enhance our discussion if all participants read Dr. King’s “Letter from Birmingham Jail” before the first Conversation: www.africa.upenn.edu/Articles_Gen/Letter_Birmingham.html
Adult Confirmation Classes Confirmation classes for baptized Roman Catholics who have made their First Communion and are over the age of 18 will be held this spring. St. Mark the Evangelist 467 South Quaker Lane West Hartford, CT. 06110 Tuesdays, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6, from 7 to 9 pm Contact Mary Marsan: 860-242-5573, ext. 2678 Other locations are also available. Registration forms are available in your parish office or on www.orehartford.org. The Sacrament of Confirmation will be celebrated on May 13, 2014 at 7 pm in The Cathedral of St. Joseph, 140 Farmington Ave., Hartford, CT. RACHEL'S VINEYARD WEEKENDS FOR HEALING AFTER ABORTION If you are suffering from an abortion, experience the healing love of Jesus Christ on a Rachel's Vineyard Retreat weekend March 28-30, 2014 in Hamden, 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 and offers a beautiful opportunity to experience God's love, forgiveness and compassion. Both women and men have participated in past retreats and have ranged in age from teens to mid-eighties. The fee for the weekend is $175.00 for meals, private room and all retreat materials. For more information contact Marie at 203-631-9030, e-mail her at [email protected], or visit our website at www.rachelsvineyard.org.
FEBRUARY 23, 2014
Grade 7 Recognition Mass: March 2nd at the 9:30 Mass. Signup online to bring baked goods for a coffee hour after Mass. Living Stations for 8th grade students: March 2nd: Rehearsal from 4:30-‐6pm in Church. March 7th: Presentation of the Living Stations in Church. Students need to arrive at 6:15pm Upcoming Pre-‐K through Grade 8 RE Classes: Saturday classes for Grades 1-‐5: Feb. 22 Sunday classes for Grades 1-‐8: Feb. 23 Tuesday classes for Grades 6-‐8: Feb. 25 Thursday classes for Grades Pre-‐k-‐5: Feb. 27 nd Grade 7 Recognition Mass: March 2 at the 9:30am Mass Events for Grade 8: nd March 2 , Living Stations Rehearsal (4:30-‐6pm in church); th March 7 , Living Stations in church, arrive by 6:15pm
Year 2 Confirmation – Your culminating service projects are underway. Next Year 2 event is Interviews and Reconciliation on Sunday March 9. Confirmation Rehearsal is Wednesday April 2 from 6-‐7:15 at St. Dunstan Church. Student and Sponsor (or parent) must attend. Year 1 Confirmation – Your next class is Sunday, March 2 from 6:30-‐8:30. All sponsor certificates are due. Confirmation service sheet with 10 credits completed or planned should be submitted. Mission Trip – Your next meeting is Teen Mass on March 30 at 5 pm. Camper Code of Conduct meeting after for Parent/Camper until 7 pm. Forms are due. This is a date change from our original calendar. Creeds –We will pray the rosary for world peace on Sunday, Feb. 23 after the 11:30 Mass.
J-‐Team -‐ Movie Night is Friday, Feb. 28 from 6:30-‐10 in church. Sign up online.
Readings for the Week of February 23, 2014 Sunday: Monday: Tuesday: Wednesday: Thursday: Friday: Saturday: Next Sunday:
Lv 19:1-2, 17-18/1 Cor 3:16-23/Mt 5:38-48 Jas 3:13-18/Mk 9:14-29 Jas 4:1-10/Mk 9:30-37 Jas 4:13-17/Mk 9:38-40 Jas 5:1-6/Mk 9:41-50 Jas 5:9-12/Mk 10:1-12 Jas 5:13-20/Mk 10:13-16 Is 49:14-15/1 Cor 4:1-5/Mt 6:24-34 ©Liturgical Publications Inc.
GLASTONBURY
Saturday, February 22 4:00 PM Salvatore Lombardo requested by his daughter, Jacqueline Shettle Sunday, February 23 8:00 AM Maria Sacco requested by her husband 9:30 AM Gloria Demate requested by the family 11:30 AM Rev. Frederic F. Curry requested by the Boccia family Monday, February 24 8:00 AM Mary Shaw requested by Chet & Margy Pelka Tuesday, February 25 8:00 AM Mass Wednesday, February 26 8:00 AM Mass Thursday, February 27 8:00 AM No Mass Friday, February 28 8:00 AM Edgar L. Townsend, 10th anniversary requested by his wife Saturday, March 1 4:00 PM Adele Conticello requested by the St. Dunstan’s Women’s Book Group Sunday, March 2 8:00 AM Larry Churchill requested by Brad & Lois Churchill 9:30 AM Cornelius J. Mullaney, 1st anniversary requested by the LaChapelle family 11:30 AM Josephine Orzech, requested by Elaine, Janet, Carol and Stanley, Jr. If you are attending the Mass scheduled for your deceased loved one, please let the ushers know before Mass if you would like to bring the gifts to the altar.
FINANCIAL BLESSINGS February 15 & 16 Offertory
$5,643.75
THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY!
Come join us and pray the rosary for world peace today, Sunday, February 23rd after the 11:30 Mass.
7th Grade Recognition Mass reception
All parishioners are invited to enjoy coffee and baked goods in the hall after the 9:30am Mass on March 2nd.
Columba Bae, Karen Kuzmeski Bardwell, James Burke, Deacon Ron Daigle, Daniel Ficacelli, Pat Gagnon, Kathleen Hersey, Jean Jacques, Jack Kessler, Nancy Murphy, Diane Newton, Steven Rothmann, Nicholas Roto, Chet Stasiowski, Mark Sullivan, Roseanne Talbot, Barbara Tsipouras, Bill Vance, Gina Vance, Gloria Vespoli, Tim Wall If anyone in the parish wishes prayers for someone who is sick, please call the office and the name will be printed in the bulletin. It will run for four weeks, unless a renewal is requested.
We joyfully welcome the following children as members of our parish family:
Katherine Patricia Amon Jake Ryan Insero Nolan Richard Sullivan Olivia Mary Robbins May they grow in the faith we share, close to God always.
OPPORTUNITIES TO CELEBRATE LENT MARCH 5, 2014 – APRIL 20, 2014 Ash Wednesday Schedule: 7:00 a.m. Mass 12:15 p.m. Mass 4:00 p.m. Prayer Service 6:00 p.m. Mass Mondays in Lent: 6:00-‐7:00 p.m. Reconciliation Friday Mornings in Lent: 8:30 a.m. Lenten Scripture Series Friday Evenings in Lent: 7:00 p.m. Stations of the Cross LENTEN CONFESSIONS The door of faith is always open for us, ushering us into the life of stronger communion with God and offering entry into His Church. In this year of faith, prepare for Easter by receiving the Sacrament of Reconciliation. During Lent, every Catholic Church in the Archdiocese of Hartford will be open on Mondays from 6 to 7pm for Lenten Confessions. Let us pray that the Year of Faith will reawaken Catholics of all ages through spiritual reflection and their desire to become one with God. For more information, visit www.Light4you.info.
Townwide Penance Service for Lent
Weds. April 2nd at 7:00 p.m. at St. Paul Church
SEVENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Birthright Baby Bottle Fundraiser
The baby bottles that were distributed at Masses on Feb. 1/2, will be collected, filled with your coins, cash, or checks at all Masses on the weekend of Feb. 22/23. If you used the insert inside the bottle to make a donation in honor or in memory of a loved one, Birthright will send an acknowledgement card for your gift of life. This is an opportunity to have involvement in a project that saves the lives of unborn children and makes a lasting difference in the mothers’ lives. Thank you for any help you can provide! If you have any questions, please contact Ben Robinson at 860-‐657-‐3168.
MEN’S PARISH RETREAT WEEKEND Friday March 21 – Sunday, March 23 “Nothing Less Than Everything”
Scholarships Available Catholic Graduates Club of Greater Hartford will award three scholarships of $1,000 each to Catholic students who are high school seniors and who plan to attend a four-‐year college in the fall of 2014. The applicant must reside in Hartford County. Our club has awarded over $94,000 to 149 scholarship recipients over the past 62 years. Students are chose on the basis of financial need, scholarship, character, leadership and achievement. Information can be obtained by contacting guidance counselors or principals in area high schools, or at www.catholicgraduatesct.org. Deadline for submission of scholarship applications is March 15, 2014.
GMLKCI Community Conversations
"The Beloved Community"
Saturday, February 15 and March 1 9:30 a.m. to noon Welles-Turner Memorial Library, Friends Room 2407 Main Street, Glastonbury th
Who goes on a retreat? It may surprise you that men of all ages and backgrounds have been going to the Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center for the better part of half a century. It doesn’t matter what you do for a living, or your socio-economic background. All that matters is that you have a desire to experience something that will help you refocus on the things that matter most in your life. Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center in West Hartford is once again inviting members of our parish to experience a dynamic weekend retreat that explores the meaning and the potential of love to transform our lives. Love is our source and our destination. Christ gave us nothing less than complete love on the cross, and we, in turn, are called to love one another. The Retreat begins with a buffet dinner Friday evening from 6 to 8 PM and ends with brunch at noon on Sunday. For those interested in finding out more about this year’s retreat, you can visit their web site at www.holyfamilyretreat.org or call 860.760.9705 for additional information. You may also contact parish co-chairman Tyler Vartenigian at 860-657-2175.
ACTS Retreat for Women February 27-‐March 2 Immaculata Retreat House, Willimantic Sponsored by St. James Church, Manchester (Transportation to and from Immaculata provided.)
Catholic women present an ACTS weekend retreat under the guidance of a Catholic Guide. The retreat begins Thursday evening and ends Sunday at 11:00am Mass at St. James followed by a reception in the church hall. The goals are to renew yourself spiritually, to strengthen your faith and its application in your daily life, and to create lasting and supporting friendships. Participants return to their parish faith communities with a deeper love for each other and a desire to become more involved. Want to know more? Call Wanda Pelletier (860.597.1541) Anita Pescosolido (860.559.4579) or Maura O’Connor (860.280.6621).
Discover Mercy: Activities, Food and Fun!!! Mercy Catholic High School is having a morning for girls in 5th-‐7th grades on Saturday March 15th from 9:00am to 1:00pm. Girls can chose from a list of activities. Please register online: www.mercyhigh.com. The cost is $15/student, which includes lunch.
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Deacon Arthur Miller, will facilitate the conversations based on Dr. King’s “Letter from Birmingham Jail.” For further information call 860-633-6078 or 860-841-7144 or visit www.gmlkci.org. We hope you will join us for this free program. It will enhance our discussion if all participants read Dr. King’s “Letter from Birmingham Jail” before the first Conversation: www.africa.upenn.edu/Articles_Gen/Letter_Birmingham.html
Adult Confirmation Classes Confirmation classes for baptized Roman Catholics who have made their First Communion and are over the age of 18 will be held this spring. St. Mark the Evangelist 467 South Quaker Lane West Hartford, CT. 06110 Tuesdays, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6, from 7 to 9 pm Contact Mary Marsan: 860-242-5573, ext. 2678 Other locations are also available. Registration forms are available in your parish office or on www.orehartford.org. The Sacrament of Confirmation will be celebrated on May 13, 2014 at 7 pm in The Cathedral of St. Joseph, 140 Farmington Ave., Hartford, CT. RACHEL'S VINEYARD WEEKENDS FOR HEALING AFTER ABORTION If you are suffering from an abortion, experience the healing love of Jesus Christ on a Rachel's Vineyard Retreat weekend March 28-30, 2014 in Hamden, 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 and offers a beautiful opportunity to experience God's love, forgiveness and compassion. Both women and men have participated in past retreats and have ranged in age from teens to mid-eighties. The fee for the weekend is $175.00 for meals, private room and all retreat materials. For more information contact Marie at 203-631-9030, e-mail her at [email protected], or visit our website at www.rachelsvineyard.org.
FEBRUARY 23, 2014
Grade 7 Recognition Mass: March 2nd at the 9:30 Mass. Signup online to bring baked goods for a coffee hour after Mass. Living Stations for 8th grade students: March 2nd: Rehearsal from 4:30-‐6pm in Church. March 7th: Presentation of the Living Stations in Church. Students need to arrive at 6:15pm Upcoming Pre-‐K through Grade 8 RE Classes: Saturday classes for Grades 1-‐5: Feb. 22 Sunday classes for Grades 1-‐8: Feb. 23 Tuesday classes for Grades 6-‐8: Feb. 25 Thursday classes for Grades Pre-‐k-‐5: Feb. 27 nd Grade 7 Recognition Mass: March 2 at the 9:30am Mass Events for Grade 8: nd March 2 , Living Stations Rehearsal (4:30-‐6pm in church); th March 7 , Living Stations in church, arrive by 6:15pm
Year 2 Confirmation – Your culminating service projects are underway. Next Year 2 event is Interviews and Reconciliation on Sunday March 9. Confirmation Rehearsal is Wednesday April 2 from 6-‐7:15 at St. Dunstan Church. Student and Sponsor (or parent) must attend. Year 1 Confirmation – Your next class is Sunday, March 2 from 6:30-‐8:30. All sponsor certificates are due. Confirmation service sheet with 10 credits completed or planned should be submitted. Mission Trip – Your next meeting is Teen Mass on March 30 at 5 pm. Camper Code of Conduct meeting after for Parent/Camper until 7 pm. Forms are due. This is a date change from our original calendar. Creeds –We will pray the rosary for world peace on Sunday, Feb. 23 after the 11:30 Mass.
J-‐Team -‐ Movie Night is Friday, Feb. 28 from 6:30-‐10 in church. Sign up online.
Readings for the Week of February 23, 2014 Sunday: Monday: Tuesday: Wednesday: Thursday: Friday: Saturday: Next Sunday:
Lv 19:1-2, 17-18/1 Cor 3:16-23/Mt 5:38-48 Jas 3:13-18/Mk 9:14-29 Jas 4:1-10/Mk 9:30-37 Jas 4:13-17/Mk 9:38-40 Jas 5:1-6/Mk 9:41-50 Jas 5:9-12/Mk 10:1-12 Jas 5:13-20/Mk 10:13-16 Is 49:14-15/1 Cor 4:1-5/Mt 6:24-34 ©Liturgical Publications Inc.
