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Socktober Collection -
Being Delivered This Sunday!
There is 1 day left for the Socktober Collection, sponsored by our Faith Formation program. Our Confirmation class will be delivering the donated socks to the St. Vincent DePaul Homeless Shelter on Sunday. Thank you everyone for your support!
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The Living Rosary - Tuesday!
The Rosary is more than prayers said in repetition. It is a meditation on the life of Christ and his mother. The Living Rosary brings this beautiful prayer to life by involving everyone — body and soul. The Rosary, when prayed together as believers, has proven to be most effective in the life of the Church when faced with grave evils. All parishioners are invited to participate in the Living Rosary. We will be praying with the intention of peace in the world, and for the end of all conflicts. Please consider joining us for 20 minutes on Tuesday, October 25th at 6:30 in the Church as we unite in prayer!
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A Letter From Our Music Director:
Dear Saint Anthony Parish Family,
I would like to extend my sincerest gratitude to all who were able to make the musical performance on Saturday’s Anniversary Mass a musical success. I would like to thank the Saint Anthony’s Choir, my colleagues at the Waterbury Arts Magnet School, the choir from Saint Mary’s in Derby, friends from the choir of the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, and my students past and present who came together to lend their gift of song to enhance the musical contribution to the liturgical celebration. I wish to thank Abby Patterson, our cantor, for her assistance in set up and being a sounding board to my ideas and helping them come to fruition. I thank the Minicucci family for their generosity in providing us refreshments for the rehearsal and their assistance with the choir. I thank Andrea Brown for her assistance in providing an extra hand with organizing and ensuring that the visiting members of Saint Anthony’s knew that they are family to us. One of the greatest contributions to the musical performance is twofold. We were provided with an original composition of Psalm 121, dedicated to the parish family in honor of their Anniversary celebration, and it was lead by our former cantor Leanna Hinger, who helped to lead us in song for the liturgy. It is not an everyday experience in which time and talent by volunteers come seemingly together to bring a dynamic musical flourish to the Mass. In closing, on behalf of the Pastoral Music Ministry here at Saint Anthony’s, I thank all of the musical volunteers and all others who assisted, both seen and unseen, for the dedication of their voices and generosity of endeavor. I appreciate you all wholeheartedly.
My Best,
Ralph
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Thank You!
Thank you to Marianne Byrne who traveled to several stores locating enough of these vases to decorate the windowsills at Church with these lovely flowers!
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Peaceful Prayer Vigil
We had a wonderful turnout on October 12 for the peaceful Prayer Vigil held during the 40 Days For Life. Twenty-one of our parishioners prayed from 9:00 am until 4:30 pm in front of Planned Parenthood on Watertown Avenue in Waterbury. We were joined by others from St. Patrick’s Church and the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception. The Rosary was said every hour along with Pro-Life prayers to protect the innocent babies in the womb. We are seeking to build a culture of life in our society!
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Recent Renovation Updates: | |
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Most of the work is now completed at the chapel and you are welcome to use when it is unlocked. It will be a couple of months before it will be accessible 24/7.
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More necessary repairs have been made to our roof!
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All Souls' Mass
Please join us as we celebrate The Feast Day of All Souls on Wednesday, November 2, 2022 at 6:30pm. Celebrating this Mass is a beautiful way to pray for our loved ones and remember that they are always with us. A special intention will be observed for all who celebrated a funeral Mass in the last year. The Mass will be followed by refreshments in the vestibule of the Church. Please RSVP at 203-758-4056 if you plan to attend.
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60th Anniversary Celebratory Dinner Dance - 2 Weeks Away!
Get your tickets today and celebrate the 60th anniversary of the dedication of our Church, as well as Deacon Domenic’s birthday!
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Baby Bottle Boomerang - 2 Weeks Left!
The Baby Bottle Boomerang, a fundraiser for Carolyn's Place, is now in action! The bottles should be returned on November 5 or 6. Carolyn’s Place sincerely appreciates your generosity!
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Prepare yourself for this weekend's Mass:
The Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time
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Gospel Reflection:
St. Dorotheus of Gaza said, “In some kinds of trees, no fruit is produced as long as the branches grow upwards; but if somebody takes a stone and binds it to a branch and pulls it down, then the branch will bear fruit. It is similar with a soul; when it humbles itself, it bears fruit, and the more fruit it bears, the humbler the soul becomes. The more the saints approach God, the more they see themselves as sinners."... click here to continue reading!
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Catholic Question Corner
Who was the courageous Father John Gerard?
At the age of fifteen, John heard his call to priesthood. Although he spent two years in prison simply for being Catholic—where he met a saintly companion of St. Edmund Campion who suffered horribly—he did not falter in pursuing his vocation. He attended seminary in France. Then, a year after his ordination—he snuck back into England, using the ploy of the missing falcon to travel off-road without arousing suspicion. He worked secretly, tirelessly, for nearly twenty years, at one point being imprisoned again and tortured. Just before the Gunpowder Plot erupted, he left England and spent his last years as a spiritual director for English-speaking schools on the Continent. Everyone who knew him was impressed by his courage and uncanny talent for remembering things. Of himself, he said only, “My unworthiness robbed me of the crown of martyrdom.”
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Are you looking for opportunities to volunteer?
Volunteering is a great way to become involved in our Parish, meet Parishioners, and complete community service hours!
Please visit our website for the full description of the outstanding opportunities.
If you would like to volunteer for any of these community service opportunities, please contact David Byrne, Volunteer Coordinator, at 203-758-4056 Ext. 17 or by email volunteercoordinator@stanthonyprospect.org
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Bingo!
Our Next Bingo:
Monday, October 24, 2022
Jackpot #1: $250
Jackpot #2: $900
And more!
Click here for details!
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Pray for Hurricane Ian Victims
Everlasting Father, we bring before You all who are victims of this hurricane. May they know that You are their shelter and their stronghold in this time of distress. This storm has been ruthless, and we ask that You restore what has been lost and set them in a place of safety. Provide them with all that they need right now and show us how we can best minister to their needs. Amen.
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Church Property Improvements
There’s always work to be done on the property, just like your own homes but on a larger scale! Work will be done soon to lower the drains on the flat roofs, replace a large section of shingles on the church roof, and replace a small section of the flat roof over the confessional. The window panes on the stained glass windows need to be sanded and painted. These jobs will cost over $22,000.00. We appreciate your financial support!
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Our most recent check from the LaBonne's Cash For Charities Program totaled $286.25!
Thank you everyone for your support, keep sending in those receipts!
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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
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