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THIRTY-FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIMECatholic Parishes of SouthingtonPAGE 1October 31, 2021
PAGE 2OCTOBER 31, 2021PARISH STAFFPastor: Rev. Joseph R. CroninParochial Vicar : Rev. David M. MadejskiFRONT COVER IMAGESDeacons: Paul Kulas and Vinny RabyLiturgy Lay Minster: Mary Anne PlourdePixabayOffice Manager, St. Thomas: Heidi MalleyEvening Receptionist, St. Thomas: Ginny RoyMusic : Bryan Niedermayer, Emil Kopcha, H.I.S.Business Manager, Saint Dominic: Sharon AyotteBusiness Manager, St. Thomas: Marc IngriselliBusiness Manager, Immaculate Conception: Paul KulasFaith Formation Director: Patrick ReidYouth Ministry Director, Michael PavanoInformation Technology, PICC Manager: Leeanne FrisinaDevelopment Coordinator: Teresa SoltysSouthington Catholic School Principal: Jim MessinaSchool Office Manager: Carolyn NapierskiSaint Dominic Child Care Center Director: Ashley MaddalenaAdministrative Assistant for Child Care Center: Cheryl KelleyPlant Manager: Casey PotthoffCustodial Staff: Jordan Betancourt, Bonnie Guimond, Ron Lemire, Marty Lopatosky, Harry Masterbone,Joseph Alfano, Tom DiPietro, Rick BarrettFAITH FORMATION Please see our parishes websites: saintdominicchurch.com orstthomassouthington.orgsouthington.dre@gmail.com 860.628.9679ST. DOMINIC CHILD CARE CENTERWe proudly provide child care fifty-one weeks of the year for infants to age five. 860.628.4678SOUTHINGTON CATHOLIC SCHOOLLocated at 133 Bristol Street. 860.628.2485www.southingtoncatholicschool.orgYOUTH MINISTRY 860.628.5159MASSESImmaculate Conception Church: Saturdays at 5:30pm in English and Sundays at 9:00am in PolishDaily Masses: Monday-Friday 7:30am & 12:00pm, Sat. 7:30am Immaculate Conception ChurchMary Our Queen Church: Sunday at 9:00 and 11:00amSt. Dominic Church: Saturdays at 4:00 pm and Sundays at 7:30 & 10:30am followed by Coffee and .St. Aloysius Church: Saturdays at 4:30pm and Sundays at 11:00amRosary: Mondays 7pm. Saint Dominic ChapelExposition of the Most Blessed Sacrament: as scheduledReconciliation: 2:30-3:30pm Saturdays at Saint Dominic ChurchGENERAL INFORMATIONSt. Thomas Offices: 860.628.4713, Saint Dominic Rectory: 860.628.0349All event/meeting scheduling, Mass Intentions, Baptism, Marriages, Anointing of the sick, hospital orhome visits, cemetery needs: please call 860.628.4713 for mor e infor mation or assistance.Bulletin and bulletin board submission: Monday 8am, pr ior to the bulletin publication date. *A weekwith a holiday: 16 days ahead LeeanneF@saintdominicchurch.comOnline Giving: www.saintthomassouthington.org or www.saintdominicchurch.comCOLLECTIONS Anyone contributing a monthly envelope for any of the parishes may place that in the samecollection. Please remember to use your parish envelopes so that we may send contributions to the correct Church. Anyloose donations will remain in the parish collected in. When there is an Archdiocesan collection we will have thecollection baskets pass a second time.
THIRTY-FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIMEPAGE 3Father Joe’s NotesMy dear friends,Well, I’m back! After a week-long driving trip and aweek-long stay with my parents, I ought to be restedand refreshed enough to get back into the routine.(We will see how that goes, because I’m writing thisas I have just parked my car and started to unpackand sort laundry. One of the oddities of bulletins isalways writing it a week or two in advance.) Nowthat I’ve faced the pile of mail and messages(hopefully!), it’s time to get back to work.While the weekend andHalloween are here, myfocus is on what comesnext. Monday is AllSaints’ Day, and we havea normal Mass schedulefor that. (In thepeculiarities of the Churchcalendar, it is not a day ofobligation this year.) I ammostly concerned with theschedule for Tuesday, AllSouls’ Day. On that day,we remember and honorall those who have died. We entrust them to the careof a merciful God. We pray they find the peace andjoy of the Resurrection in Christ. That is where mymind is now.Tuesday evening, we will have a special Mass at St.Dominic Church. We will pray for all of ourbeloved deceased, but especially those parishionersof Immaculate Conception, St. Thomas, and St.Dominic parishes who have died in the past year.Their names will be read during the prayers. Thereis something powerful about the liturgy. While griefis so often a private and personal thing, this Massallows us share our experience. We gather withothers facing the death of aspouse, child, parent, familymember, or friend. We see thatwe are not alone in what we haveexperienced. As they all pray forthe person or persons for whom Imourn, I pray for the person of persons close totheir hearts. There is a powerful connection andmoment of comfort we share. I hope many of youcan join us for this special service.All Souls’ Day is one of myfavorite celebrations of theChurch Calendar. Themoment is powerful. Thereis a great connection to thosewe entrust to the Lord. Thereis a real connection to thosewho gather I to share the painand grief they experience. Itis a moment where we are abit more removed from themoment of death to hearagain the message of theResurrection given at thefuneral service. We are reminded that Jesus Christcame to call us and save us, opening wide the gatesof Paradise. We hear that no one is lost, gone, orforgotten, but that all live eternally with God. Thepeople we love and loved us are always present inthat love of Christ we share. The Spirit unites uswith them and each other in a powerful way. AllSouls’ Day brings hope and joy into our lives. It’sa wonderful day.All donations will be listed in the bulletin for the date ofrequest if received in time, though, depending on the liturgicalseason/date, flowers may not be present on the altar.Please pick up a donation envelope at an usher’s position in the backof the church. Fill it out and drop it in the collection basket with yourdonation.Two weeks notice please. Thank you.Hopefully yours in Christ, Fr. JoealtaradornmentSaint Dominic Church Flower DonationYour Intentions listed here.
PAGE 4OCTOBER 31, 2021mass intentionsSATURDAY, October 30FRIDAY, November 57:30am (IC)Joseph Tellerico, Jr.Requested by his Wife, and Children7:30am (IC)J. Ward CurtainRequested by Wally & Betty Ann Bailey4:00pm (SD)Fernando NetoRequested by Anne Neto12:00pm (IC)Micahel, Gemma, Luisa Volpe andAntonio & Maria RenziRequested by Luisa Renzi5:30pm (IC—English) Edward W. Adamowicz,18th AnniversaryRequested by the FamilySUNDAY, October 31– 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time7:30am (SD)&Peter & Immacolata Altieri and GiovanniFrancesca ColaccinoRequested by Joe & Anna Colaccino &Family9:00am (IC—Polish) Jadwiga JurskiRequested by the Jurski Family10:30am (SD) Diane DiLorenzoRequested by Mom, Dad, and the DiLorenzoFamilyMONDAY, November 1-All Saints7:30am (IC)Deceased members of Pawluk, Paszczuk,Maciocha, and Prystupa FamiliesRequested by Maria12:00pm (IC) Lena & Ernie, and Debra PlourdeRequested by Ron Plourde & FamilyTUESDAY, November 2– All Souls’ Day7:00pm (SD) All Souls’ Mass (streamed)SATURDAY, November 67:30am (IC)pro-populo4:00pm (SD)Deceased members of the Italian RosarySocietyRequested by the Italian Rosary Society5:30pm (IC—English) Bernard McKinnonRequested by his Wife and ChildrenSUNDAY, November 7– 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time7:30am (SD)Betty ShanleyRequested by her husband, JimDeceased members of the Perillo FamilyRequested by Michele & Marie9:00am (IC—Polish) Walter MarkowRequested by his wife, Jadwiga & Family10:30am (SD) Giuseppe & Marta SciroccoRequested by Ben & Lisa Plourdcandle intentionWEDNESDAY, November 3-St. Martin de Porres7:30am (IC)pro-populo12:00pm (IC)Anthony Vecchio & FamilyRequested by his Wife and ChildrenTHURSDAY, November 4-St. Charles BorromeoYour Intentions listed here.7:30am (IC)pro-populomass intentions for 202212:00pm (IC)Deceased members of Ragozzino,Carusone, and Zacchia FamiliesRequested by the Ragozzino FamilyIntentions may be booked either in person, by phone,at the Parish office, 99 Bristol Street, from 11:00am—7:00 pm.At this time, intentions will only be booked throughJune 30, 2022.
THIRTY-FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIMEliturgy cornerhealth ministryWomen’s DiabetesSupport GroupPAGE 5The Pumpkin Prayer (Poem)The Women’s DiabetesSupport group meets thelast Tuesday of each month from10- 11:15 am.Note that the meeting will be held in anew location beginning October 26, inthe brick meeting hall next to thehandicap entrance of ImmaculateConception Church, 130 SummerStreet.Park in the upper lot nearest theaccessible building. Women withpre-diabetes, diabetes, or caring forsomeone with diabetes are welcome. AHealth Ministry RN provides a brieftopic of interest, followed by discussionamong group members. No registrationneeded.Attendees must be fully vaccinated forgroup safety.“To change theworld, we must begood to those whocannot repay us.”-Pope FrancisDear Jesus,As I carve my pumpkin, help me pray this prayer:Open my mind so that I can learn about You;(cut the top off the pumpkin)Take all my sin and forgive the wrong that I do.(clean out the inside)Open my eyes so Your love I will see;(cut eyes shaped like hearts)I’m sorry for times I’ve turned up my nose atwhat You’ve given to me.(cut a nose in the shape of a cross)Open my ears so Your word I will hear;(cut ears shaped like a Bible)Open my mouth to tell others You’re near.(cut the mouth in the shape of a fish)Let Your light shine in all I say and do!(place candle inside and light it)Rosary Group: Please join us ever y Monday night 7p.m., at Saint DominicParish Chapel, in praying the rosary: One of the strongest weapons against evil.We need you. God brings change through prayer.
PAGE 6ask fatherOCTOBER 31, 2021†Question: Father, was St. Mary Magdalene aprostitute?Answer: No. The idea that she was, comes from badscholarship. What we know of her is that she was afollower of Jesus and he had cast out seven demons fromher (Luke 8:2). She is often confused with Mary ofBethany, who anoints Jesus feet and dries them with herhair (John 12:3), and a saint known as Mary of Egypt, arepentant prostitute who lived three and half centuries afterMary Magdalene. We do know that Jesus ate and spokewith sinners, tax collectors, and prostitutes, so we wouldexpect to be told if she were a repentant prostitute. TheBible never tells us this. Some construe it from details thatshe had demons driven out of her and that she had money.Where would a woman get money in that day and age?Well, the title “Magdalene” may answer that. Magdalawas a major fishing town on the Sea of Galilee thatgenerated great wealth for the nation. (Most of Herod theTetrarchs wealth came from here, also explaining howJoanna, the wife of Herod’s steward Chuza, also came tofollow Jesus.) She is from this town, and may havecontrolled fishing vessels there. This would have put herin contact with fishermen, like Peter and Andrew, whodidn’t have vessels of their own. That would have broughther into the center of the group around Jesus. What we doknow is that she was a follower of Christ who helped fundhis public ministry and the work of his disciples. She waspresent at the Crucifixion and the Resurrection. She wasthe first messenger of the Lord rising, and so earns her thetitle of Apostle to the Apostles. That we know for certain.The idea that she was a prostitute is just bad storytelling.do you knit, sew, or crochet?Volunteers are needed tocraft Baptism bibs andblankets for theSouthington CatholicParishes of ImmaculateConception, St. Dominic,and St. Thomas. In Baptism, children areclothed with a White Garment to symbolizetheir newborn purity and dignity. We are inparticular need of persons withsewing skills. Parents are also gifted a babyblanket to remind them of their child’s Baptism.Volunteers will be provided support andguidance to help them get started. To volunteer,or for more information, leave a message forDiana Ferraiuolo at 860-751-2069.bible study with fr. JoeJoin Fr. Joe at 1:30pm on Thursdays in theLearning Center at St. Dominic Church.(It is in the back left hand corner of theproperty attached the to the day care, to theleft front of the daycare building.) The classwill be live streamed on the St. ThomasFacebook page where it can also be watchedafterwards. Please, join us!frozen turkeys needed!!St. Thomas parish traditionally participates in a Christmas Food Basketcollection and this year we invite all to participate. It involves the preparationand delivery of Christmas Meal Food baskets to local residents in need.Although it may seem early, the Thanksgiving season is the best time to takeadvantage of the lowest prices on turkeys. Anyone wishing to donate a turkeymay do so by delivering it to St. Thomas Rectory, Bristol St., between thehours of 8:30am and 3:30pm Monday to Friday. The collection of other foodbasket items will begin with the Thanksgiving Day Mass and continuethrough mid-December. If you have any questions please call Sara Nadeau860.620.4559
THIRTY-FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIMEPAGE 7calling all men!If you have a desire to grow in your walk with Christ, you are invited to joina Bible study with other like-minded men. This group has been formed outof a Holy Spirit driven desire to learn more about our Christian faith throughthe study of scripture. As the 4th century Bible scholar, St. Jerome, oncesaid, “Ignorance of scripture is ignorance of Christ.”No experience is necessary! This infor mal and open for mat settinginvites you to share your thoughts and observations, or just sit quietly andlisten. Leave with some takeaways on how to apply scripture into your dailylife.We are currently reading the Book of Revelation using the USCCBapproved New American Bible Revised Edition (NABRE) translation. Many people are intimidated by ormisunderstand this book of the Bible due to its heavy use of symbolism and apocalyptic literature style, socome to our discussion and explore this book together! Doors are open (virtually speaking) whenever you canmake it. The study group meets every other Monday evening from 7:00-8:30 PM using Zoom for vir tualmeetings. All are welcome. Are you in?Please contact Joe Premus at joepremus@gmail.com to automatically receive Zoom meeting invites.women’s walking with purpose bible studyWomen’s Walking with Purpose bible study begins Jan.11, 2022 via Zoom! “Living in the Father’sLove” is a Catholic, small group bible study created especially for women. The group will meet for sixweeks on Tuesdays from 7 pm to 8:30 pm. It will be led by a small group leader who guides the studywith both walkingwithpurpose.com on- line videos, and a workbook each women purchases at the website. “Living in the Father’s Love”, according to Walking with Purpose, is a “brief but powerful sixlesson Bible study which is the ideal way to revive and refresh each woman. In a world where womenare measured by their beauty, achievements, and possessions, wouldn’t it be nice to find a place whereyou could just be valued for who you are? This bible study will lead you to that safe place where youare unconditionally loved, baggage and all.”To register now or learn more, please email Lori Mierzejewski and Pat Adams atwwpfatherslove@gmail.coma progress report . . .to the parishioners of the church of saint dominicGoal for 2021 Annual Parish Appealannualparishappeal 100,000Every parish family should have received a letter from Father Joe recently asking for acontribution to our Parish Annual Appeal to help upgrade our technology for cameras, projection and streaming, and to save for future improvement projects. Theparticipation of parishioners is essential for the success of this effort.Please consider returning your gift today. Thank you!Collected to date: 37,860If you did not receive a mailer and would like to contribute, there areletters with donation envelopes available at the greeter stands.2 100,000GoalGOAL 120,0001Pledged 59,074
PAGE 8OCTOBER 31, 2021“will you love me?”An men’s ACTS retreat is a three-day, three-night Catholic lay retreat presented by menwho have attended prior ACTS retreats, under the guidance of a Catholic Guide. Offeringa unique format, this retreat is unlike anything you may have experienced in the past. Thegoals are to renew yourself spiritually, to strengthen your faith and its application in yourdaily life, and to create lasting and supporting friendships within your church communities. The Retreat begins Thursday evening, with a 5:45 pm check-in at the sponsoring parish. Participants will then be transported to Our Lady of Calvary Retreat House, Farmington, for the remainder of the retreat. The retreat will end on Sunday, with a morning Mass and reception at the sponsoring parish.Transportation to and from Farmington will be provided.Retreat Theme: “Will You Love Me?”Men’s ACTS Retreat Dates: January 27-30, 2022For more information, contact: Mike Knopf, Dir ector 230-241-9515Bob Fischer, Co-Director 860-841-4210, or Henry Tessier, Co-Director 860-729-8055Sponsoring Parish - St. Dominic Church, Southington Go to actsct.org for information about ACTS retreats.
THIRTY-FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIMEPAGE 9youth focusDirector of Faith Formation: Patrick Reid 860.628.9679southington.dre@gmail.comFaith Formation Reminder: There are NO Faith Formation classes on nights of November 1st, 2nd, and3rd. The week will be taken off because of the “Election Day” holiday. Classes will resume the followingweek. There is no Family of Faith event for the month of November, but please keep an eye out for theDecember sign-up link that will go up the website, and be sent out via email in November.with Fr. David Medejskysouthington catholic133 Bristol StreetOpen House November 2, 2021from 9:00am - 11:00amMr. Messina, Principal, will greet visitingfamilies and introduce them to the Southington Catholic School, while providing information on the curriculum for Pre-K children through grade 8 students. Specifics onthe After-Care Program and the Academic Program will also beavailable to families.Further information is available in the Advancement Office at860-628-2485, lgriffin@southingtoncatholicschool.org."The first is this:Hear, O Israel!The Lord our God is Lord alone!You shall love the Lord your God with allyour heart,with all your soul,with all your mind,and with all your strength.The second is this:You shall love your neighbor as yourself.There is no other commandment greaterthan these."
OCTOBER 31, 2021saint dominicnourishes item ofthe month:Canned ChickenCanned Tunasocial justiceongoing food drivedon’t miss out!PAGE 10social justice ministry “treeof thanks”The Social Justice committee is proud to announce the annual“Tree of Thanks.” We will have our “Tree ” set up in the parishcenter.Representatives will be collecting donations toward the purchase offood and necessities for those in need. For each 10 donation, the donor will have aturkey placard with their name on it placed on the tree.Last year, we collected enough funds to support the needs of parishioners throughour Helping Hand Program( confidential emergency assistance), and we made food,gift certificate and cash donations to Southington Community Services and Bread forLife throughout the year!Please stop by and see us, and our “Tree of Thanks”, in the Parish Center fromOctober 30, - November 14, after all weekend Masses or use the Tr ee of ThanksEnvelope, located at the Tree of Thanks board, and drop it in the collection basket.Canned tomatoTomato pasteCooking oilsTunaCanned chickenCanned vegetablesCanned beansSnack Nuts /SeedsNapkinsCrackers/ PopcornFiber One CerealFlour/SugarCereal/Breakfast barsPackaged fruitPancake mix, syrupTaco/fajita kitsOatmealKetchup/Mustard/RelishToilet bowl cleanerHousehold cleanersSpongesFacial tissueFreezer bagsFoil and cling wrapKitchen garbage bagsChicken broth/stockBeef broth/stockVegetable broth/stockPeanut butter & jellyBoxed or bagged riceBoxed/bagged potatoCoffee/teaJuicePasta and sauceSoupsPet foods & accessoriesare sent toMeriden HumaneSociety, a non-killshelter.Canned cat/dog foodDry cat/dog foodPet toysFood donationsbenefit parishioners inneed, & SouthingtonCommunity Services.
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Oct 31, 2021 · Answer: No. The idea that she was, comes from bad scholarship. What we know of her is that she was a follower of Jesus and he had cast out seven demons from her (Luke 8:2). She is often confused with Mary of Bethany, who anoints Jesus feet and dries them with he
