readings for next week
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Readings For Next Week: Sunday, October 17, 2021
29th Sunday in Ordinary Time Reading 1: Is 53:10-11
Reading 2: Heb 4:14-16 GOSPEL: Mk 10:35-45 or 10:42-45
PASTOR Fr. Nick Cirillo 203-746-2200, x16 [email protected] ASSOCIATE PASTOR Fr. Robert Wolfe 203-746-2200 x15 [email protected] ASSOCIATE PASTOR Fr. Tim Iannacone 203-746-2200 [email protected] DEACON Patrick Shevlin 203-746-2200 [email protected] OFFICE MANAGER/CALENDAR Luanne Hogan 203-746-2200, x.11 [email protected] FRONT DESK/SAFE ENVIRONMENT Eileen Burke 203-746-2200, [email protected] FAITH FORMATION DIRECTOR Kathryn LaRegina 203-746-4270, x.20, [email protected] FAITH FORMATION ASSISTANT Lisa Remley 203-746-4270 x22 [email protected] ADULT EDUCATION Carol Zinser 203-746-2200, x.24, [email protected] MUSIC DIRECTOR Dan Kean 203-746-2200 x.28, [email protected] LITURGY DIRECTOR Maria Godbout 203-746-2200 [email protected] BULLETIN, CENSUS, CONTRIBUTIONS, ENVELOPES, F.F. BILLING, LITURGY SCHEDULE, TAX LTRS, WEBSITE, Debra Tomasetti 203-746-2200 x.14, [email protected] YOUTH GROUP Andersen Hite 203-746-2200, [email protected]
LAY LEADERSHIP Trustee (s) - Doris McDermott 203-746-5539 & Peter Greco 203-885-0594
LAY LEADERSHIP Finance -Bill Rilley - 203-313-4378 PRAYER LINE 203-746-2200 x. 17.
Extra Parochial Services- INDIVIDUAL,COUPLE & FAMILY COUNSELOR Dr. Daniel Joynt, Ph.D.860-354-9164 - [email protected] DANBURY HOSPITAL DEPT OF SPIRITUAL CARE - 203-739-7885
General questions, please send email to: [email protected]
For the Week of October 10th ~ The Sanctuary Lamp will burn for the deceased parishioners of St. Edward’s. The Chapel Lamp will burn for the Priests of St. Edward’s.
Monday October 11th 9:00 am† Rita D. O'Neill by Daniel Bibona Tuesday October 12th 9:00 am † Rose Cassavechia Hliva by Janet & Bill Telford Wednesday October 13th
Thursday October 14th 9:00 am † Fran Cunningham by The Griffin Family Friday October 15th 9:00 am † David Bucci by the family Saturday October 16th 4:00 pm † Earl Eakin by the family Sunday October 17th 7:30 am † Armand T. Flynn by David & Patricia Flynn 9:00 am † Tony Meynadasy by the family 11:00 am † Claire Thibodeau by Bill & Doris McDermott 5:15 pm † Anton Zgombic by Joe & Linda Zgombic
We are so pleased that our new image of St. Joseph is on display in our newly painted gathering space. The image depicts the Lord welcoming his father Joseph
to paradise and crowning him in gratitude for his faithful service as his earthly father. Many thanks to Rich Obarowski for framing the image for display.
St. Joseph, patron of fathers and protector of the Church, pray for us.
If you, or a loved one is sick and would like to be on our prayer list please contact the parish office at 203-746-2200.
The October 3rd offertory was $17,898.00 for an average of $17,898.00 for the quarter.
Thank you for all your support!
Fr. Nick Penny Johnston
Marie L. Gene Paul Zena Chris
Susan Olivio John
Carl Catalanotto Cheryl
Joe Dayna
Robert Martini Madeline DeMayo
Taylor Joe C. Joe B.
Marjorie Nodine Frank F.
Joe Devanny Stephen A.
Stephanie G. Olga C.
Vincent Daniello BJ
John Coppola James Nielson
Rodney B. Jaye Anderson
Dimitrius Frank Norm
Martin Blank Jean
Michele D. Lucia C. Anna Janet
Marvin Nash John & Terry Michinko
John Jendrists
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OFFERTORY
Saturday, November 6 , 2021 9:30 am – 12:30 pm (9 - 9:30 am Registration & Seating) at Tashua Knolls, 40 Tashua Knolls Lane, Trumbull, CT
Tickets: $25.00 per person. Reservations required by 11/1/2021 Visit Eventbrite to register online at https://
www.eventbrite.com/e/magnificat-fall-breakfast-tickets-168499020105 or take a flyer in the gathering space to mail in
your registration form. Guest Speaker is Catherine Chomiak, a wife and mother of two who lives in Ridgefield, CT and worships at St. Mary’s Church
with her family. She is a two time cancer survivor who has always felt drawn to God and had a strong desire in her heart
to follow His will.
THE PILGRIM VIRGIN STATUE of OUR LADY OF FATIMA of the Diocese of Bridgeport World Apostolate of Fatima, is coming to St. Marguerite Bourgeoys Church, Brookfield for the month
of October (1 – 31st ) (Except. Saturday. Oct 9). Join the Public Square Rosary Rally at St. Marguerite’s for the 104th anniversary of Our Lady of Fatima and the Miracle of the Sun
on Saturday 10/16 at 12 noon.
I recently received a question from a parishioner about the Catholic Church’s position on mediums and spiritualists. Is it legitimate to seek to communicate with the spirits of those who have gone before us in death? From the time of Moses the practice of consulting the spirits of those who have died was already forbidden. The Word of God speaks clearly against this practice in Deuteronomy 18:10-12:
“Let there not be found among you anyone who practices divination, or is a soothsayer, augur, or sorcerer, or who casts spells, consults ghosts and spirits or seeks oracles from the dead. “ Even thousands of years ago human beings sought out the spirits of those who had passed as a way of gaining knowledge in this life. The Bible warned against this practice and the dangers that could come from trying to manipulate knowledge from the spirit world. In 1 Samuel 28, we hear the story of King Saul who seeks a medium in an attempt to consult the soul of Samuel from beyond the grave. The king finds a medium to help him, and as a result of this action, King Saul becomes the victim of an evil spirit. The presence of that spirit torments Saul for years after the consultation, even to the point that young David was called in to play the harp for the king. The music of David’s harp was the only consolation for the headaches of the king. The teaching of the Church on this question is clear: “All forms of divination are to be rejected: conjuring up the dead or other practices falsely supposed to ‘unveil’ the future. Consulting horoscopes, astrology, palm reading, interpretation of omens and lots, the phenomena of clairvoyance, and recourse to mediums all conceal a desire for power over time, history, and, in the last analysis, other human beings. They contradict the honor, respect, and loving fear that we owe to God alone” (from the Catechism of the Catholic Church 2116). The life of Christian faith calls us to place trust in God even though there are many aspects of our lives that we cannot understand with clarity. We walk by faith, and not by sight, and relying on the Lord means that we cling to his promises even when we cannot see the future before us. For this reason, consulting with mediums and seeking to communicate with the souls of those who have died is not sanctioned by Church teaching. The consultation of spirits also opens the faithful to possible deception. A person in pain who is seeking answers from a medium is more vulnerable to the power of suggestion. There is a danger of a false hope or a false consolation being provided in such instances, even from a well-intentioned person seeking to help. Even more serious than this, invoking the power of spirits can open a person to the persuasive powers of evil and darkness that desire to deceive God’s people. It is not uncommon that mediums may use references to Christianity, the Bible, and angels as part of their services. This makes the practice of seeking messages from “the other side” seem acceptable to a Christian mindset. I am neither speaking for other Christian churches (for I am not qualified to speak on their teachings) nor am I making a personal attack on any medium (for I do not know any personally). But in answer to the question posed to me regarding the Church’s position on the practices of mediums, it is clear from both the Scriptures and our official teaching that such practices are not allowed and potentially dangerous to the spiritual health of God’s
people. ~Fr. Nick
There will be a “Confirmation Sweet Retreat” on Thursday, October 21st from 7:30-8:30pm in the
hall for all confirmation candidates. Please leave a message for the Faith Formation
office with any questions or email: [email protected]. [email protected]
FAITH FORMATION 203-746-4270
LITURGY EVENT
All individuals are required to wear masks or cloth face coverings at all times while in
public indoor settings, regardless of vaccination status. This would include all indoor functions, worship, and meetings at St. Edward’s parish.
RSVP to [email protected]
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is the way that adults learn about and
enter into full communion with the Roman Catholic Church. This includes those who: have not been baptized were baptized in another Christian church
have been baptized in the Catholic church but have not received their First Communion or Confirma-tion
All are invited to inquire and be accompanied on the journey of faith to Christ and His Church.
Sessions begin during the week of Oct. 18th. For more information contact Deacon Patrick at
203-746-2200 or email: [email protected]
Friday, October 22nd beginning at 10:00am and ending at
2:00 or until finished. We need your help keeping
God’s house clean! All cleaning supplies will be supplied by the
church. We just need your willing and able body to help us.
If you can help, please contact Maria Godbout at
[email protected] or call the Parish Office at 203-746-2200.
Thank you! ~Fr. Nick, Fr. Wolfe & Fr. Tim~
On Friday October 22 we will host a Coffee House with live music for our new young adult ministry serving 18-35 year olds. We are looking for a few
kindly people who bake to donate some home made items for dessert. I was thinking brownies, cupcakes,
chocolate chip cookies, lemon bars, a nice coffee cake, or some scones made from scratch would be
great touch to what should be a great evening. Please contact Fr. Nick at
[email protected] if you can help us out. Thanks again! ~ Fr. Nick
Griffin Health clinic will be here every Wednesday from 11:30am- 6:30pm in the church hall
until the end of December. Vaccination is available to everyone over the age of 12 free of charge, however those under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Pfizer, Moderna and J & J vaccines are
available. Pfizer Booster is currently available for those who are 65+ and /or immunocompromised and will be more widely available pending further guidance from the CDC and CT DPH.
PARISH SOCIAL EVENTS
Knights of Columbus c/o St Edward Church
21 Brush Hill Road New Fairfield CT. 06812
Deadline is October 31st, 2021 —————————————————
50/50 Membership Form 2021-2022 Name:______________________________ Phone: _____________________________ Address: ___________________________ ___________________________________ Check one: _____@$50 or _____3@$100
Make checks payable to: St Edward Knights of Columbus
Members of the Commission on Aging will be at the Senior Center on Thursday, October 14. 2021 at 10am to hear any
concerns and/or needs that you experienced during the pandemic lock-down. All family
members are invited to attend.
CONFESSIONS: Thursdays
9:30-10:15am Saturdays
3:15-3:45pm
ADORATION: Second Sunday of the
month 6:30-7:30pm
OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Thursday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Fridays 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Closed Saturdays
MASS SCHEDULE: Daily Mass
Monday - Friday: 9:00am Saturdays: 4:00pm Sundays: 7:30am,
9:00am- Children’s Mass, 11:00am & 5:15pm