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Weekend of December 13 and 14 |
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A HUGE thank you to the for hosting another successful Christmas Bazaar this past weekend. They donate not only their time but their cooking, baking, and coordinating.
Thank you to the Confirmation students who assisted vendors in their set up/clean up and providing crafts for the children.
Click here to see more photos from the event.
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Prospect's First Holiday Sidewalk Stroll was a success! Thank you to all who came to sing Christmas Carols for those passing by. |
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Prepare yourself for this weekend's Mass...
Third Weekend of Advent
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Please click on the links to familiarize yourself with the Hymns for this weekend:
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Saint Anthony Parish
Upcoming Events and Announcements
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Advent Penitential Service
Tuesday, December 14
6:30pm
Is God calling you to reconciliation? The Sacrament of Reconciliation has three
elements: conversion, confession and celebration. In it we find God's unconditional forgiveness; as a result we are called to forgive others. Join us on Tuesday evening at 6:30 for an Advent Penitential Service.
Three priests will be available to hear confessions.
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This weekends 2nd collection is for retired religious. Rising health care costs and decreasing income make it a struggle for many religious communities to care for their aging members. Your generosity is appreciated.
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When shopping on 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.
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The Knights of Columbus Basket for Babies Collection begins Sunday, December 26th and will end on Sunday, January 23rd.
New and unwrapped items can be placed in collection baskets which will be in the rear vestibule of the church. Items collected will be brought to Carolyn’s Place in Waterbury, and the Hope Pregnancy Center in Cheshire.
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Wish List
Baby Bath
Diapers (size 4-6)
Baby Lotion
Diaper Bags
Baby Shampoo
Hats & Sweaters
Baby Wipes
Onesies
Bibs
Outfits
Blanket
Sleepers
Pacifiers
Booties
Rattles
Bottles
Sleepers
Comb & Brush Set
Socks
Crib Sheets
Strollers
Desitin Ointment
Stuffed Animals
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A special thank you...
Tom and Gloria Bohuski donated the cost of one of the kneelers in memory of Tom’s dad, Vincent Bohuski. Tom was very happy to see an opportunity to honor his father in this way. When Tom was young, he remembers his dad ushering every Sunday. Tom and Gloria remain dedicated parishioners here.
The cost of the second kneeler is in honor of Michael J Tangney as requested by his wife Lucille. Michael passed in January.
Thank you to Tom, Gloria and Lucille for honoring your loved ones in this way.
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May God, who sees your good works, bless you!
With so many volunteers here at St. Anthony, we would like to try and recognize everyone, no matter what your ministry is. If you are having a meeting, take a photo! Working with someone outside, cleaning the church, volunteering at bingo, holding a prayer session, or teaching a class, take a photo, group or selfie and we will include them in our newsletter and bulletin!
Thank you to John Schieffer who assisted his plumber in installing 3 new sump pumps into the sump pit which is located at the front corner of the church. This is a 12 foot pit that houses the 3 sump pumps.
Guys from Cambridge Electric recently volunteered time as well to replace the ballast and bulbs in a light at the parish center.
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POSTPONED UNTIL 2022-
LOOK OUT FOR A NEW DATE
On December 15 at 7:15pm, the Laudato Si Platform at CREA in Hartford, will host a Zoom presentation entitled:
"Laudato Si Platform - Enviornmental Awareness & Action".
The Vatican & other worldwide groups, launched awareness and action plans addressing the environmental problems that affect and connect all of us.
You are invited to the introduction to this important work.
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Christmas Decorators Needed |
We are looking for volunteers to help decorate the church for Christmas on Wednesday, December 22 at 6:00pm.
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The counting ministry is looking for new volunteers!
Have ever considered assisting with counting the collections?
The counters are on a rotating schedule, volunteering their time once a month for a few hours.
Confidentiality is essential in this ministry.
please call the office if you are interested and for further details.
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Religious Education is in full swing and students have been busy! Check out some photos of their faith in action here
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Please note that when Region 16 dismisses school early due to bad weather, or cancels school for the day, we will NOT have any Religious Ed classes that day. We will also alert on Channel 3, and update our website/social media pages if we choose to cancel.
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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 here to see how you qualify.
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Bingo!
Our Next Bingo: Monday, December 13, 2021
TWO Jackpot Games!
Jackpot #1: $750
Jackpot #2: $1,800
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)
- 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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