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Readings for January 5, 2020 The magi exemplify the truth that Jesus’ birth was not only for the chosen people but for all people. The magi came to adore the newborn king. When was the last time you sought to spend time adoring Christ? Jesus humbly waits for us to come and adore him. The magi opened their earthly treasures, but their greatest gift was offering Jesus their time. For a short while, they left the responsibilities of their lives to make time to be with Jesus. They recognized the importance, regardless of work, family, or long to-do lists, to seek time to be with the Lord. What can we do today to seek Him?

Please click on the links to familiarize yourself with the Hymns for this weekend: Gathering: The First Nowell Offertory: Where True Love Abides Communion: Taste and See Recessional: We Three Kings

Upcoming Events: January 4th- Epiphany Pageant after the 4:30 pm mass January 12th - Faith and Friendship Gathering - Join us for some coffee and conversation following the 9:30 am Mass. All are welcome to attend these Faith and Friendship gatherings to make connections to one another and to St. Anthony Church. January 17th - Ladies Guild Meeting will have a presentation on cancer awareness and early detection from Linda Ivey of Hartford Healthcare. The meeting is at 6:30 pm in the Parish Center and is open to all who would like to hear the presentation. January 19th - Stewardship Meeting (see below) January 26th - Faith and Friendship Gathering - Join us for some coffee and conversation following the 11:15 am Mass. All are welcome to attend these Faith and Friendship gatherings to make connections to one another and to St. Anthony Church.

Volunteers are needed to help take down the Christmas decorations on Sunday January 12. We will meet in the Church at 12:30 PM following the 11:15 AM Mass.

Agenda: Communication opportunities PowerPoint presentation. Ministry members will be recorded saying the mission statement for a Parish video. We will discuss a survey that we want to put together on behalf of the ministries.  There are several ministries with updates to report.  We will evaluate our ministry list (suggestions for additions, consolidations, deletions) An update on the refurbishing of the church basement.  Ministry leader attendance is expected, please encourage others to join us. Any questions, contact Diana Veneri veneridiana96@gmail.com Please RSVP to her as well to prepare for food!

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If you are having a particular person prayed for on a weekend or Holy day Mass, please notify the ushers when you arrive at church if you wish to bring the gifts to the Altar in the Offertory Procession.

Faith Formation News and Schedule

Faith Formation classes resume next week. Click here for ongoing photos of our Faith Formation Program.

The annual Epiphany Pageant will be performed immediately following 4:30 Mass this Saturday. Please join our Parish children as they present their Christmas gift to the Christ Child!

It is time again to volunteer at St Vincent DePaul Soup Kitchen on Sunday January 19th! We will again be preparing, serving, and welcoming the clients at the soup kitchen that day! Our time to give out hearts and hands that day is from 8:15 am to about 1 pm. Please contact Andrea at stanthonyyf@comcast.net to let us know you and your family will join us.

Baskets for Babies  In conjunction with the Pro-Life Mass, t he Knights of Columbus will be having their annual Baskets for Babies Collection from December 28 th - January 19 th . Items can be placed in collection baskets which will be located in the rear vestibule of the church. Donations will be delivered to Carolyn’s Place in Waterbury, and to St. Joseph Cathedral in Hartford, for distribution to Catholic agencies in Connecticut that support unwed mothers. Baskets for Babies Wish List -NEW AND UNWRAPPED Wish List: Booties, Blankets, Onesies, Baby Bath Bottles, Outfits, Baby Lotion, Comb & Brush Sets, Pacifiers, Baby Shampoo, Crib Sheets, Rattles, Baby Wipes, Desitin Ointment, Sleepers, Bath Towels, Diaper Bags, Socks, Bibs, Diapers, Strollers, Blanket Sleepers, Hats, Sweaters and Stuffed Animals.

HAPPY NEW YEAR to you and to all of our players and volunteers. Thank you for making 2019 another successful year at ST ANTHONY BINGO. We're ready for more in 2020! Click here for more details on the BINGO page of our website 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  $250 Progressive Jackpot #2  $450 VOLUNTEERS ARE ALWAYS NEEDED! If you can volunteer one Monday per month, please call the Parish Center at 203-758-405

When shopping Amazon, you can choose to use Amazon Smile* and a percentage of your order will be donated to St. Anthony Church, specifically for the refurbishing of the Church hall. Click on the photo to get started! * We encourage supporting local businesses, direct trade and fair trade partners as well as environment considerations when making purchases. If you do choose to use Amazon Smile and you don’t need your item immediately, please don’t choose overnight/rush delivery because this often forces people to work on Sunday.

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!

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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.

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