St Jude Parish Movie Nights Update |
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All spots are reserved for Friday night's showing of Aladdin! Thank You!!
Only 4 spots remain for Saturday Night!
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Why was Elsa born with magical powers? The answer is calling her and threatening her kingdom. Together with Anna, Kristoff, Olaf and Sven, she'll set out on a dangerous but remarkable journey. In "Frozen," Elsa feared her powers were too much for the world. In "Frozen 2," she must hope they are enough. Find out the answer and see what happens next Saturday Night!!
Only 4 spots remain for Saturday Night!
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Please consider volunteering to help make this a fantastic event. We need you! We only need only one more person on Friday Aug. 28th to help with cleanup! Thank you to all who have already responded!
Please sign up by clicking the link below. Thank you for the generous donation of your time.
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Fellow St Jude Parishioners:
This Friday, August 28, we celebrate the Feast Day of Saint Augustine, patron Saint of our Diocese, with our Diocesan Cathedral in Bridgeport named after him. This great Saint lived from from 354 to 430, and wrote a beautiful prayer, addressed to God, that begins with, “Late have I loved you, beauty so old and so new: late have I loved you…” Augustine’s early years were far from ‘saintly.’ As a matter of fact, he is the Patron Saint of Brewers because of his love of parties and worldly ambitions. His life has been described as someone who converted from sinner to saint — his conversion culminating at the age of 33 when he became a Christian. He would go on to become a priest and eventually a bishop. One of his most famous works is “The Confessions of Saint Augustine” is ranked by theologians among the great masterpieces of the Church.
Central to conversion was his mother, Monica, and therefore we celebrate her feast day the day before her son’s on August 27. St. Monica was a faith-filled woman whose unceasing prayer for her son is believed to be what led him to his conversion. Monica never lost her trust that God would open her son’s eyes and that he would embrace the Christian Faith. And, before she died, she saw that her prayers were answered.
Monica is a powerful example of persistent prayer. I’m sure that Monica would have chosen a different path for Augustine’s early years, but she patiently waited and accepted God’s timing. When we get impatient or begin to doubt whether our prayers are being heard, we only have to look to Saint Monica who prayed for decades for her son’s conversion. St. Monica is the Patron Saint of Mothers because her faith and dedication to motherhood played a pivotal role in the spiritual formation of one of the most brilliant philosophers and well-known saints of all time, Saint Augustine.
Next time we find ourselves losing patience because God is not immediately answering our prayers, let us be reminded that Monica prayed for decades before God answered her prayer. All good things come to those who wait.
Sincerely, Fr Henry
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A Litany of School Saints: Protection and Help for the...
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2020-21 Faith Formation for Children Update |
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Reminder to our Religious Education Families:
We are currently taking registrations for this year which begins in September. If you have not yet registered, please do so soon. Remember that there is an additional $15 late processing fee for registrations received after August 31. Click Here to Register https://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/5577960/Registration-Form
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Saint Jude Parishioners and friends.
There is less than one week to go before the raffle drawing on the evening of the 29th. Three lucky tickets will be drawn for $ 3,030.00, $1,030.00 and $ 530.00. Now is the time to get your tickets returned with payment to have them included in the drawing. If you want more tickets, they are available at the Parish office in packets of ten each. The office is open 9AM thru 3PM Monday thru Thursday. Please call 203-261-6404 before coming in. Additionally, the committee will be selling individual tickets at the movie nights August 28th and 29th. Raffle tickets will be available for ½ hour before the movie on both nights and during the movie on Friday night. The drawing will be held at 9:30 PM Saturday evening or later when the movie is over.
Please remember all funds are for the Saint Jude Facilities Maintenance and repair accounts and you do not have to be present to win. All winners will be called on Sunday the 30th advising them how to claim their prize. Good luck to all!
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The St. Jude Religious Gift Shop is open in the Msgr. John Sabia Social Hall after the 9:30 AM Mass on Sundays and after the 5 PM Mass on Saturday night as well as by appointment Monday - Friday at 9:30 AM.
Gifts for all occasions include: Baptism, First Communion, Confirmation, Wedding, Ordination, baby gifts, bibles, statues, rosaries, medals, auto visors and a variety of cards such as Birthday, Get Well, Weddings and more.
Stop by, browse and find a truly meaningful gift for that special occasion. For information or an appointment please call Fran Cambra 203-261 2573 or the Parish office.
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Please join us as we resume praying our Monthly Parish Prayer Intention.
Our Petition for August is:
May the Holy Spirit guide the decisions being made to ensure the health and safety of all those returning to school in various formats this Fall,
We pray to the Lord
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Mass Schedule and Registration |
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Masks should be worn at all times. Social distancing is required at all times. Please be sure to arrive 15 minutes before Mass.
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Church Hours for private prayer
Church is open Monday to Friday 8am - 10am for private prayer.
Live-streamed Mass Schedule
Confession Hours
Confessions are required to be outside at 3:00 pm on Saturdays until the bishop gives us permission to go back inside the church, which he has not, and probably will not for some time. Confessions are 3:00 pm outside, behind the church, and also by appointment, calling 203-261-6404, to set up and appointment or emailing.
First Friday Adoration 7-8 PM
Mass Intentions 2021
The parish office will start taking Mass Intention requests for 2021 starting August 10th. Requests will only be taken by phone (203-261-6404) or by email ( parish.office@stjuderc.com). For more information, please click here.
Office Hours
The Office will be closed Thursday September 3, 2020 through Monday September 7, 2020, inclusive for Labor Day holiday
THE OFFICE HOURS ARE:
MONDAY - THURSDAY 9:00 – 3:00
It is suggested that you call (203-261-6404) or e-mail (parish.office@stjuderc.com) before coming to the office. Much can be accomplished through a phone call or email, such as requesting masses/mass cards; sacramental records; registering for Baptism; etc.
In the event you do come to the office, we will be following the state protocols:
- A face covering is required
- Social distancing will be followed
- If you are experiencing COVID-19 defined symptoms, or have had contact with someone with the symptoms please do not come to the office.
Signage will be posted on the front door with all directives to be followed when admitted to the office.
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St Jude Parish
707 Monroe Tpke
Monroe, CT 06468
203-261-6404
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