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Readings for June 2nd When the Risen Christ saw the disciples that last time, he did not leave them with a specific set of instructions, instead He kept it simple: preach in my name. It is our task to help people come to true repentance by adjusting the focus of their lives, reorienting their compass, and discovering the heavenly presence of Christ by following the virtues of faith, hope, and love. Then, humanity will no longer be wallowing in the darkness of destruction but living the ascended life that God has promised.

Please click on the links to familiarize yourself with the Hymns for this weekend:  Gathering Now the Green Blade Rises Offertory Hymn: This Joyful Eastertide Communion Hymn: One Bread, One Body Recessional Hymn: Christ, the Lord, Is Risen Today

Upcoming Events: June 1st - Youth Appreciation Dinner following the 4:30 pm Mass June 1st -The Ladies Guild Retreat at Wisdom House, Litchfield CT. June 2nd - Faith and Friendship Gathering hosted by the Hospitality Committee following the 11:15 am Mass. June 3rd -Heart Saver CPR/AED Certification - Recertification Course 6-9pm June 8th & 9th - Blessing of Graduates at all Masses.  June 9 th– Pentecost Sunday - Please wear red to Mass this weekend to celebrate the "the birthday of the Church" and the descent of the Holy Spirit on the apostles. Red symbolizes the joy and fire of the Holy Spirit. June 15th & 16th -Distribution of the St. Anthony bread will take place after all Masses this weekend.  June 16th - Faith and Friendship Gathering hosted by the Knights of Columbus following the 7:30 am Mass. June 18th – Parish Office is closed for a Staff retreat June 22nd - The Knights of Columbus Cow Chip Raffle. Ticket sales after all weekend Masses.

The Baptismal Preparation Ministry is looking for a few people with a desire to guide parents and godparents through the baptismal process, as they prepare to raise their children/godchildren in the Catholic faith. There are 2 classes to each session and you will rotate your time with others in this engaging ministry.  Training will be provided. Please see Deacon Domenic or call the parish office if you are interested. Click here for photos of some recent Baptisms.

As we approach the summer months, when many people travel, please consider using online giving for your financial support. The consistency from online giving is very helpful over vacation periods. You may still use your envelopes and mark “I gave online”.  Thank you and God bless you for all you do for St. Anthony Church! Click here to SIGN UP TODAY!

Volunteers Needed We are inviting 10, St. Anthony high school age parishioners and their parents to join us as volunteers on Sunday 7/21 at St. Vincent De Paul Soup Kitchen on 327 Baldwin Street in Waterbury. We will meet at St Anthony parking lot to carpool. Volunteers will help set up, cook, and serve lunch at the Soup Kitchen. Hours 8:15am -1pm. Please contact Andrea Brown to share the gift of service that day! Sign-ups are limited and waivers will be emailed to parents.

Knights of Columbus carrying a huge flag at the town Memorial Day parade. Click here for more photos

The St. Anthony Church Meditation Garden Walkway Fundraiser is ongoing. We are currently putting another order of stones together. If you would like to honor someone you love with a beautiful stone in our Meditation Garden Walkway please order soon so they can be placed in the garden before next Fall. Order forms are in the church vestibule or Click Here

This week's Ministry Spotlight is on the Altar servers who, both youth and adult, assist the priest and deacon during the liturgy of the Mass. A training for new servers will take place soon.(see below) For more information go to the the Altar Servers page on the website.

New Altar Server Training Your son or daughter is invited to become an altar server at the Church of St. Anthony. The Altar Server Ministry is a great way for young people to learn about Church traditions and liturgy. It allows them to become involved in the Mass in a more meaningful way and helps them to grow in self-confidence. Most of our servers enjoy the experience so much they continue to serve until they graduate from high school  Servers may be boys or girls, must be old enough to enter the 4th grade in the fall or older and have received their first Holy Communion.  There will be a training program scheduled toward the end of June and another in the fall. It consists of two sessions of approximately two hours in length. The training is then followed by serving several Masses as a trainee before assignment to the regular schedule You get to choose your primary Mass time (if there are spaces) and servers are scheduled once every third week.   Father Gregory, Deacon Dominic and DavidByrne are hopeful that you will discuss this wonderful opportunity to participate in the Mass in a special way with your child and join this very active ministry. For more information contact David Byrne, Altar Server Coordinator at the Parish Center 203-758-4056 ext 17 or email stanthonyserver@gmail.com

Be sure to join us for our next session Monday June 3rd Doors open at 5:30 PM   Games begin at 7:00 PM PLEASE NOTE: In order to the start of our sessions promptly at 7:00 PM, admission and all bingo game sales will now close promptly at 6:55 PM Progressive Jackpot #1  $750 Progressive Jackpot #2  $600 Delicious Dinners are served at a very reasonable price. VOLUNTEERS ARE ALWAYS NEEDED! If you can volunteer one Monday per month, please call the Parish Center at 203-758-405

Online Donations : Easy to keep up with weekly donations while on vacation. Just click above and sign up.

Patrick Baker’s Incentive Program:  For every purchase made St Anthony Church is given a portion of the proceeds. Click on the link or visit the store in Southington. St Anthony Church Code is # 500 please provide it when purchasing items!

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Parish Mission Statement St. Anthony Church is a parish where God’s love nourishes the soul to actively minister to people and share the joy of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

St. Anthony Church 4 Union City Road – Prospect, CT 06712 203-758-4056 .   www.stanthonyprospect.org