Fellow St Jude Parishioners:
I would like to begin this letter by thanking you for having given me the opportunity to serve the parish of St Jude for the past eight years, the last three of which as your pastor.
During those eight years, you followed the age-old custom of calling me “Father,” and as your shepherd, I have tried my best to carry out my role as Father to the parish community — a title that I find both a gift and a humbling experience.
I am truly appreciative for the support that you gave me over the years. And if I may make one more last appeal to you, let it be this…
As you allowed Fr Skip to depart in 2013 so that I could become your parochial vicar, and as you allowed Msgr Sabia to depart in 2014 to make room for me to eventually become your pastor, I ask that you allow me to leave you this coming summer with your blessing, to make room for your new pastor to come. Please offer him all of the support and love that you shared with me.
Although I will still be your pastor until July, it seems fitting that the announcement of my eventual departure should come in this month of May, when we are celebrating so many First Communions and Confirmations. Just this coming weekend alone… on Saturday 5/15, I am celebrating a first communion mass at 10am and another at 12noon for the our newest St Jude Parishioners who are joining us in receiving the Body of Christ. And on Sunday 5/16, I have been delegated by the Bishop to celebrate confirmations at 2pm, and again at 4pm, as many of our young St Jude Parishioners become adults in the faith through this all important sacrament of initiation. So many of our young ones receiving these sacraments during this month gives great hope and promise of an abundant future at St Jude Parish.
In addition to the all-important spiritual sacraments of this weekend, we also have our community building movie nights planned, to help build up our St Jude Parish family. We of St Jude are a faith-filled community of prayer and service and I have no doubt that you will continue to grow under new leadership.
The word “Hope” appears 129 times in the Bible, and along with faith and love, “hope” is one of the theological figures.
St Paul combines two of those virtues in Hebrews: “Faith is the realization of what is hope for and evidence of things not seen.”
Have faith in the wonderful future that lies ahead for St Jude Parish. Hope for what is not yet seen and bring it to life within your church!
And bring in the other of the three theological virtues: Love. Love one another. And welcome and love your new pastor when he arrives.
And pray for me as I look forward to the opportunity to spend some time doing private studies in the form of a sabbatical. A priest is called to go apart and do private studies fifteen years after ordination, to refresh and reboot. I hit fifteen years of priesthood three years ago and was not able to take the time away because of the needs at St Jude. Now in my eighteenth year of priesthood, I can step away from the parish for private time to pray, refresh and reboot while doing a sabbatical.
Again, thank you for the love and support you have shown me during my eight years at St Jude. Please know that I will hold the special memories of my time at St. Jude in my heart.
Fr Henry
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Annual Catholic Appeal
A Message from Bishop Caggiano
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Dear Friends,
As we are slowly moving beyond the challenges faced by all as a result of the pandemic, please be assured that because of the generosity of the faithful, the ministries and programs of Arise, the 2021 Annual Catholic Appeal, are assisting thousands of people every day to resume their lives and move forward in hope with their families. With God’s love in our midst, we leave behind the past and look to the future with the promise of His divine gift of joy that comes to the heart of every person who believes His love will never fail.
We are pleased to share with you a video from Bishop Frank Caggiano and his recent letter to parishioners.
Please make your gift to the 2021 Appeal to support the works of charity and pastoral services, education and catechesis and faith and ministry. We are grateful for your generosity.
Please make a gift to the 2021 Appeal to support the works of charity and pastoral services, education and catechesis and faith and ministry.
We are grateful for your generosity.
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An important message from Bishop Caggiano |
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It's time to come home.
In conjunction with the recent letter issued by the Catholic bishops of CT announcing the end of the dispensation given to the faithful from attending Sunday Mass, Bishop Caggiano explains the letter in greater detail and invites those listeners who have not yet returned to Sunday Mass to do so.
You can view the video at https://youtu.be/tKrOcQyihbk, or on the front page of our Diocesan website.
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Church turns to prayer with Mary - Diocese of Bridgeport
VATICAN CITY (CNS) - The global Catholic Church coming together to pray for an end to the coronavirus pandemic represents the hope and faith of the people of God and how they find solace and strength together with Mary, said a theological expert...
Read more
www.bridgeportdiocese.org
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Current items in need: condiments of any kind, coffee, peanut butter and boxed children’s cereal. Thank you for your generous and continued support!
Big News: Our St. Jude Food Pantry has been selected as a beneficiary of the Stop & Shop Bloomin' 4 Good Program for the month of June 2021. The Stop & Shop Bloomin' 4 Good Program, which launched in February 2021, is an easy way for shoppers to give back. Every $9.99 Bloomin' 4 Good Bouquet with the red circle sticker sold supports a hunger organization local to the Stop & Shop in which it was purchased. St. Jude Food Pantry was selected as the June beneficiary by local store leadership at the Stop & Shop located at 228 S. Main St, Newtown CT. Our food pantry will receive a $1 donation for every $9.99 Bloomin' 4 Good Bouquet purchased at this Stop & Shop location throughout the month of June. Simply look for the red circle sticker display as shown when making your floral purchase.”
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Calling All Scouts!
Any boys or girls participating in Scouting BSA or Girl Scouts who are completing the requirements for their religious emblems, please have their parents notify Fr Henry at fr.henry@stjuderc.com
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The Leadership Institute is proud to present a webinar series, True Love That Lasts, for anyone interested in strengthening their marriage. The five-week webinar is held on Thursday, beginning May 27th. There are two options to join, 2 pm or 7 pm. For complete details and registration information, please visit www.formationreimagined.org.
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Don’t Forget Your Lawn Chairs!!
St. Jude’s Outdoor Movie Nights
Friday May 14th and Saturday May 15th
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On Friday, May 14th we'll be showing the popular
Ben Stiller movie Night At The Museum.
On Saturday, May 15th bring your family and friends to enjoy the heartwarming Disney movie Soul.
(Please note the switch)
An added treat this year will be JMG Music! Starting at 6:00, JMG will provide music during dinner.
So come with your appetite, set up your lawn chairs in the back parking lot, and enjoy dinner, music, and a movie with your St. Jude family and friends!
Movie will begin at dusk
Parking will be in front of the school
Donations appreciated. No registration required.
Event is Covid compliant
Volunteers are needed for Saturday night
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Members of Friday morning zoom study group headed by Mary Beth Rauser attended Mass on Ascension Thursday at St. Joseph Church in Shelton. The group had just completed the study and said the Consecration to St. Joseph prayers to close the study. Well done! |
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MAY ROSARY
Hosted By
St. John XXIII Council 5987
Knights of Columbus
Mon May 17 Joyful Mysteries
Tues May 25 Sorrowful Mysteries
Join Us in Prayer at The
“Mary, Madonna of Peace” Statue
7:00 P.M.
Weather permitting if not the church
please bring your own chairs
Masks and Social distancing are required.
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Mass for the Unborn
Rededication of Memorial
To the Unborn
Gate of Heaven Cemetery
Daniel’s Farm Rd.
Trumbull
Saturday May 22nd
9:00 A.M.
Please join the
Knights of Columbus
In praying for the
Souls of the Unborn
Saint Pope John XXIII
Council 5987
Knights of Columbus
Masks and Social Distancing are required
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The St. Jude Knights of Columbus will again be marching in the Memorial Day parade. We would love to be joined by any other groups from St. Jude for this fun afternoon showing our pride in both St. Jude and the Monroe Community. If you or your group have interest in joining us, please contact Jim Bifulco at 203-581-3071. May God Bless! |
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40 -DAYS -FOR- LIFE DEVOTIONS |
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Please join our 32 Pro-life ministers as we begin our 2nd 40-Days- For- Life Devotions on May 1st to pray for an end to the tragedy of abortion and respect for all life from conception until natural death.
We entrust these prayers to Our Blessed Mother most especially during May, a month dedicated to honoring Mary. May her gentle hands rest on all our pre-born babies.
To obtain a Devotional Guide, please contact Karin Tierney, kjt1046@att.net.
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The Parish Council wants you!
The Parish Council is looking for some new members. The Parish Council acts as an advisory council for the Pastor and Deacons and helps the overall outreach of St. Jude Parish. The new Pastoral year starts on July 1st and we would like to have new members. Please contact Rich Lane at
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Please remember in your daily prayers:
Marge Tranzillo, Judy-Beth Raine, Maria Bertone, Deacon Ronnie Bicknell, Marie Micholovich, Patty Eng, Joseph Bisignano, Sr., Jim Tierney, Sr, Bennett Gulyas, Vincent Daniello, Armando Aversa, Dyana vander Wielen
Also remember all healthcare workers, first responders, caregivers and the men and women of the parish who are in the military.
If you have anyone that you would like to add to the list, please call the office or email with the name to be added.
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Please join us as we pray our Monthly Parish Intention.
Our intention for May is:
May the gentle hands of Our Blessed Mother rest on all preborn babies,
We pray to the Lord
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Upcoming Mass Intentions
Sat May 15 5:00pm Luis Ferreira
Sun May 16 7:30am Denis and Michael Gallagher
Sun May 16 9:30am Keith Cyr
Sun May 16 11:30am Maria Emilia Monteiro
Mon May 17 9:00am Thomas Cunningham
Tue May 18 9:00am Anthony and Veronica Felice
Wed May 19 9:00am Dennis Delaney
Thu May 20 9:00am Robert Lee Campbell
Sat May 22 5:00pm Julia DeSousa
Sun May 23 7:30am Mary Fahey
Sun May 23 9:30am St. Jude Parishioners
Sun May 23 11:30am Robert Kilpatrick, Jr.
If the 9:00 am Weekday mass is not listed, an intention has not been requested. Also, there are no public Masses on Friday mornings.
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Mass Schedule and Registration |
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Monday through Thursday Weekday Masses will be in the main Church at 9 am and live streamed.
The Weekend Masses inside the Church are Saturday at 5:00 pm and Sunday at 7:30, 9:30 and 11:30. Only the Saturday Mass at 5:00 pm and the Sunday 7:30 am Mass are live streamed.
Please note that we will no longer be doing Pre-registration for Masses!!
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Children's Rosary First Sundays
We meet at 11 am before the 11:30 Mass by the Blessed Mother statue and follow proper covid protocols. No experience necessary.
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Confession Hours
Confessions on Saturday afternoon will be in the day chapel at 3:00 pm on Saturdays. Confessions are also by appointment, please call 203-261-6404, to set up and appointment or emailing.
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St. Jude Religious Gift Shop
St. Jude Religious Gift Shop is located downstairs in the Msgr. Sabia Social Hall. Many new items for all occasions. Baptism, Communion, Confirmation, Rosaries, Bibles, Statues, Medals & more. Variety of cards: Mother's Day, Birthday, Weddings, Get Well, Sympathy, etc. Come down & browse and find the perfect gift. For more info call: Parish Office - 203-261-6404 or call Fran Cambra - 203-261-2573.
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Parish Office Hours
THE OFFICE HOURS ARE:
MONDAY - THURSDAY 9:00 – 3:00
Please call (203-261-6404) or e-mail (parish.office@stjuderc.com) before coming to the office. Much can be accomplished through a phone call or email, such as requesting masses/mass cards; sacramental records; registering for Baptism; etc.
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St Jude Parish
707 Monroe Tpke
Monroe, CT 06468
203-261-6404
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