Weekend of December 18 and 19 |
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Prepare yourself for this weekend's Mass...
Fourth 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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There will be a
Faith and Friendship
Gathering following the 4:30 Mass this weekend
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Saint Anthony Parish
Upcoming Events and Announcements
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Thank you to asgain to all who attended our 2021 Annual Christmas Bazaar! Click here to read a letter of thanks for the Ladies Guild President, Trudy Higgins
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The Pastoral Council is meeting this coming Monday, December 20 for their monthly meeting.
Have a question, suggestion, or concern you would like discussed? Submit a form at the bottom of the page here or email any of the Council members.
All submissions remain anonymous
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The Stewardship Committee will be hosting a Ministry Meeting following the 11:15 mass on Sunday, January 23rd.
We will share news and talk about he needs and goals of our ministries moving forward in
2022! All are welcome to attend. Please RSVP to David Byrne at stanthonyvc@gmail.com or call
the Parish Center at
(203)758-4056 ext 17.
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The Christmas Oplatki are here. This tradition began in Poland and is a sign of charity, unity and friendship. A custom shared by Polish, Slovak and Lithuanian families for centuries. Family traditions and customs, such as this, bring the truths of Faith into the home and remind us that we seek and obtain salvation with the help of others at all times. Please take one Oplatki per family; they are available in the white baskets in the front and back of the church. They have been blessed by Father and instructions for their use can be found in the packet.
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Thank you to the anonymous donor who made a donaton of this framed photo of Jesus for our church hall, in loving memory of their Spouse.
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Thank you to Marianne Byrne for assisting with the replacement of the shade over the St. Anthony stained glass window in the choir loft. This new shade will keep the sun out of Edwin’s eyes and allow us to still see the image of St. Anthony and the texture of the glass pains. It is a beautiful improvement! |
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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.
Click here to get started |
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Scammers are active
If you receive an odd email from Father Gregory or any staff member, please call and ask about its authenticity before clicking on any links.
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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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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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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 20, 2021
TWO Jackpot Games!
Jackpot #1: $875
Jackpot #2: $1,950
THERE WILL BE NO BINGO ON 12/27
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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