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Saint 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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Click here to watch a short video to learn WHY we pray the rosary
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Prepare yourself for this weekend's Mass... |
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Please click on the links to familiarize yourself with the Hymns for this weekend:
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Welcome back to our Religious Education Students and Families! |
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Students in the Grade 3 First Communion class gathered around Mary to pray during their first class. |
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Students in Grades 1 and 2 want you to see how they “shine with the light of Jesus.” Their project was inspired by this poem:
Let me shine with the light of Jesus,
Let my eyes see the beauty all around,
Never let me turn up my nose to others,
And let my mouth share the good news I found.
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Saint Anthony Parish
Upcoming Events and Announcements
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**Parish Offices will be closed Monday, October 11** |
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Tickets for the Annual Harvest Dinner Dance will be available after all Masses the weekends of 10/16-17- and 10/23-24 |
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Blessing of the Animals will take place Saturday, October 16 at 9:00am in front of the church.
We look forward to seeing your furry, scaly, and feathered friends!
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Interviews have begun for a part-time custodial and maintenance worker. This is a flexible position for a man or woman. We would like to have a dedicated parishioner. If interested, please see Father Gregory or call the office.
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We Appreciate Our Volunteers! |
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This year’s volunteer appreciation gathering will be on October 17th following the 11:15 Mass.
Volunteers will be recognized at Mass and afterwards gather in the church hall to share brunch.
All volunteers are encouraged to attend and their children may attend for free. Whether you are currently volunteering or volunteered over the past year, we hope to see you. All your work is greatly appreciated!
Please RSVP by October 10.
Cost of an adult guest is $20.00.
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Photo is from December 2017- Before our rennovations! |
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The Christmas Bazaar is BACK |
The Saint Anthony Church Ladies Guild is seeking interested craft vendors for their annual Christmas Bazaar.
The Bazaar is scheduled for
Friday, December 3, 6:00 to 9:00PM
Saturday, December 4, 9:00AM to 3:00PM.
A vendor application can be found here.
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Volunteers needed!
More ushers are needed at the 9:30 and 11:15 Masses. A friendly and welcoming personality is required.
Duties include opening the doors and greeting parishioners before Mass, assisting with the collection and passing out bulletins.
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All children deserve an opportunity to discover our faith and build a relationship with God. Please contact Andrea @ 203-758-4848, ext. 19, if you are interested in learning more about faith formation for your child.
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Faith Formation registration has closed. You can still register your student, however a late fee will be applied.
All forms are available here.
Please mail or drop off any late forms ASAP as we are in the process of ordering supplies.
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HOPE Ministry
With the heating season around the corner, this is a reminder that St. Anthony Church’s HOPE Ministry fund can assist those in need with covering the cost of heating your home. If you qualify for Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP), you qualify for HOPE assistance. HOPE Ministry can assist with other needs as well, medical bills, budgeting, food, etc. Registered parishioners or residents of Prospect may apply. Please call the office at 203-758-4056 if you have questions regarding HOPE Ministry. Visit the CEAP link at http://www.newoppinc.org/energy-assistance to see how you qualify.
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Bingo is Back!
Our Next Bingo: Monday, October 11, 2021
TWO Jackpot Games!
Jackpot #1: $625
Jackpot #2: $450
VOLUNTEERS ARE ALWAYS NEEDED! If you can volunteer one Monday per month, please call the Parish Center at 203-758-4056
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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.
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Labonnes Cash for Charities Rebate Program
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Please save your Labonne's cash register receipts. (Keep an envelope in your car to easily save them)
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Every couple of months submit them to St. Anthony Church, via the mail or by dropping them off at the parish center. We will receive 1/2% back.
- You can put your receipts in the Parish Center mailbox, in the collection boxes or mail them to 4 Union City Rd, Prospect, CT.
- Thank you to everyone who has been sending in their slips, keep them coming!
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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!
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St. Anthony Church
4 Union City Road – Prospect, CT 06712
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