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Readings for June 16, 2019 The Most Holy Trinity truly is a most intimate and inviting mystery, coming to us from the mouth of Christ, the one who loved humanity passionately to the point of death on a cross for us. May we always seek to become small in the narrow eyes of the world and increase our faith so as to touch the incomprehensible God, the Most Holy Trinity. The Parish offices will closed on Tuesday, June 18th for a staff retreat.

Please click on the links to familiarize yourself with the Hymns for this weekend:  Gathering Hymn: All Hail, Adored Trinity Offertory Hymn: Come Now, Almighty King Communion Hymn: To Be Your Bread Recessional Hymn: O God, Almighty Father

Upcoming Events: 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. All are welcome to attend these Faith and Friendship gatherings to make connections to one another and to St. Anthony Church. June 18th – Parish Office is closed for a Staff retreat June 22nd - The Knights of Columbus Cow Chip Raffle. Tickets are sold out! July 16th -The Ladies Guild will be having an organizational meeting for the Christmas Bazaar at 6:30 pm at the Parish Center. Anyone interested in assisting with planning the Bazaar is welcome to attend.  July 17th - St Anthony Meet up at the Prospect Green, details below. August 25th -Mini golf Fundraiser, more details coming soon! November 9th - Harvest Dance at the Chrystal Room in Naugatuck

Join us for a Spiritual Movement Informational Session When: Sunday, June 23rd Time: 12:30-1:30pm What: You’ve heard about the Spiritual Movement classes. Attend to learn more and experience a partial class. Two classes have been offered this past spring. One regular and one chair (either seated in or standing holding). Who: Diana Veneri, PT, EdD, RYT Where: Hope Room, Parish Center Bring: yoga mat and a water bottle

More Details coming soon!

Rev. James O’Dea Scholarship Applications The applications are available starting this weekend at all the exits of the church or download here. They are printed on green paper and are due back to the Parish Center by July 15th. A scholarship of $1,000 is awarded annually to one registered eighth grade student who will be entering a Catholic high school.

Save the Date of July 17th Join is for a ST ANTHONY MEET UP at Prospect Summer Concert Series on the Green. Gather around 6:45 pm on the town green and meet up with our Parish community. Bring a chair or blanket and some snacks. Together we can enjoy the music of Eran Troy Danner that will begin at 7 pm.

We are looking for volunteers to help with light gardening duties for our church gardens. As you know, we have several beautiful gardens here at the Church of St. Anthony and, as is true with most gardens, they require regular attention. Pruning and weeding are two areas that need attention right now. There is no set time and no minimum number of hours. You are welcome to come at your convenience and do as much or as little as you can. If you have any questions on what areas need the most attention just stop in the parish center during the week (closed on Thursday). If you can bring your own tools that would be great; if not, let us know and we will provide them to you.

A true story about why we sabotage ourselves, feel overwhelmed, set aside our dreams, and lack the courage to simply be ourselves... and how to start choosing happiness again! Are you happy? It may be the wrong question. Most of us think we are relatively happy, while at the same time knowing that we could be happier -- maybe even a lot happier. Ordinary people and the finest philosophers have been exploring the question of happiness for thousands of years, and theories abound. But this is not a book of theory. Resisting Happiness is a deeply personal, disarmingly transparent look at why we sabotage our own happiness and what to do about it. Pick up a free copy of this book, which is available at all exits this weekend.

This weeks spotlight is on the Knights of Columbus. The St Anthony Church Knights strive to conduct themselves in a way that reflects Catholic values and beliefs, while providing assistance to our church, community, and people in need. See their Ministry page on the website for more information. For more information go to the Knights of Columbus Ministry Page o n the website.

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!

Be sure to join us for our next session Monday June 17th Progressive #1 is a MUST GO at $1,000 with the Game Prize included, that's $1,150. Get the coverall in 50 numbers or less and that's $1,350 We'll be announcing details of our new SURPRISE NIGHT feature. Come join the fun! 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  $1000 Progressive Jackpot #2  $900 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

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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