Masses for the Week

 

SATURDAY, March 13

 8:00 AM    Church of the Assumption Parishioners

 5:00 PM    Angela Ronzano

 

SUNDAY, March 14

  7:30 AM   Edward P. Galligan

  9:30 AM   Mary F. Andreo 12th Anniversary

11:30 AM   Estelle & Alex Pelletier

 

MONDAY, March 15

 7:00 AM    Kathleen Long

 

TUESDAY, March 16

 7:00 AM    Church of the Assumption Parishioners

 

WEDNESDAY, March 17

 7:00 AM    Katy McParland

 

THURSDAY, March 18

 7:00 AM    Anthony Heicavage

 

FRIDAY,    March 19

 7:00 AM    Boivin Family

 

SATURDAY, March 20

 8:00 AM    Nancy Galligan Carroll

 5:00 PM    Stephen Perron

 

SUNDAY, March 21

  7:30 AM   Nancy Ann Galligan

  9:30 AM   Frank Pomarico

11:30 AM   Kathleen Long

 

 

Ladies Guild Meeting: There will be a Board Meeting of the Ladies Guild on Monday, March 15, 2010 at 7:45pm in the Church hall meeting room.

 

 

Assumption School Bottle and Can Drive: Assumption School will be having a bottle and can drive on Saturday, March 27th from 9:00am-12:00pm.  Bottles and Cans may be dropped off at the School at any time prior to the drive. Thank you for your support.

 

MACC Food Pantry: Next weekend, March 20-21, is our collection for the MACC Food Pantry.  Some suggestions for donations are: coffee, tea, peanut butter, jelly, pasta sauce, cereal, chili, baked beans, canned vegetables and mayonnaise. Shop the sales and be as generous as possible. Questions, call Joan Troy 860-643-084

                                 Lent, 2010

 

ABSTINENCE THIS WEEK

This week, on Friday, Catholics over 14 years of age may not eat meat.

 

STATIONS OF THE CROSS

Will be held this Friday, March 19, at 1:00 pm at Church of the Assumption and at 7:00 pm at Saint James Church.

 

 

 

Archbishop’s Annual Appeal: This weekend marks the start of the 2010 Archbishop’s Annual Appeal. You will receive a letter from Archbishop Mansell seeking your support. Together we can impact the lives of thousands. Our work as a Church in social services, healthcare and pastoral services is exciting, challenging and fulfilling. It is work we must do together in Returning the Lord’s Goodness, out of love for one another and for God. Please respond as generously as possible.

 

Your offertory gifts for the support of Church of the Assumption Parish were:

 

March 14, 2010 - $5501.78

School Collection - $4110.00

 

Thank you for your generosity!

 

 

 

Annual Membership Drive March 1st – April 16th:  The Women’s Auxiliary of St. Francis Hospital and Medical  Center is celebrating their 84th  Anniversary this year. Please consider joining. Additional information about the Auxiliary and a membership form can be found at www.stfranciscare.org/auxiliary For further information please call, Lillian Legier at 860-649-9213

 

 

St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, Park St., Manchester is having a quilt-a-thon, Tuesday, March 23rd from 9:00am – 3:00pm. Come for the day or an hour.

Bring your scissors, we will find a job for you even if you don’t sew. This is a wonderful opportunity for Moms and their Daughters, Grandmas and their Granddaughters to share some time together.

Refreshments will be provided.

For questions, call Ann Kibbe at 860-649-6971

 

 

                       

 

 

 

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEWS…

 

 

Religious Education Classes on Monday for all students Grades 1 – 8.  Classes are as follows:

 

       Grades 1-5 Monday 3:40-4:40 p.m. in the School

       Grades 1-5 Monday 6:00-7:00 p.m. in the School

       Grades 6-8 Monday 6:00-7:00 p.m. in the Church

                          Meeting Rooms and Library

 

      

CONFIRMATION PROGRAM

The next class will meet on, Sunday, March 21st at 6:00p.m. – 8:00p.m. in the Church Meeting Rooms and Library

 

 

Operation Rice Bowl - Fourth Week of Lent

                     The Prodigal Son

The story of the Prodigal Son helps us refocus on the meaning of Lent. This is a time to change our ways, to turn back to God our Father and to appreciate and share the gifts we received.  As we begin the second half of our journey with CRS Operation Rice Bowl, we remember, that  we are called to be stewards of what God has given us, and we connect our prayers and fasting with our giving.

 

 

Assumption School Presents………

A Night of Comedy, Saturday, March 20th at the Irish American Home, 132 Commerce St., Glastonbury.

Must be 21 or older to attend

Doors open at 7:00pm. Show starts at 8:15pm.

Come and enjoy a night of laughter and help support our children.

One of the comedians featured will be Dr. Jay Sutay, a local pediatrician, who brings his tales from the exam room, his experience working with kids and their parents, as well as his own tribulations as the father of two teenage daughters to his stand up comedy.

There is a cash bar; bring your own food.

Tickets at the available at the door for $25.00.

For tickets or information, please call, Kathleen Pavan at 860-680-2287.

 

 

East Catholic High School will give a make-up entrance exam Tuesday, March 16th at 8:00am to all eighth graders who were unable to take a previous entrance exam. The exam will be given at the school. Pre-registration is recommended but not required. A fee of $25.00, which covers the cost of processing the exam is required. ECHS continues to accept transfer students from other high schools. For questions contact the Admissions Office at 860-649-5336 x238 or x456.

 

 

 

 

                         MEMORIAL CANDLES

                               Week of 3/14/2010

 

Mary's Altar                                              St. Joseph's Altar

Jeanne Poncelet                                      Alfred Poncelet

Nancy Ann Galligan                                 Anthony Heidcavage                                                                                                   

Edward Galligan                               Special Intention (2)

Felicia Doyle                                     The Burris Children

Margaret Plikaitis

Sadie Lauretti                      

Pope Pius XII

Pope John Paul II                                          

Special Intention (4)                        

                                                                            

 

To request candles, please fill out the Candle Offering Envelopes located in the church, by the candles, then place in the collection or return to the Parish Secretary at the Rectory.  Requests will be honored on a first come basis.  Extras will be placed with the following week’s requests.

 

 

 

 

Volunteer Opportunities at Saint Mary Home: Do you have time to share with others?  Opportunities include, bring residents to daily in-house Mass, pet therapy visits, bingo, card playing and art. Reading to residents, cheering for a favorite sports team, or simple one-on-one conversation.

For additional info on volunteering, please contact Michelle Russell at 860-570-8307 or mrussell.smh@mchct.org

 

 

The 2010 Census: Your Responses are Safe:

You have likely received your 2010 Census form. One of the shortest census forms in history, the 2010 Census form asks 10 questions and takes about 10 minutes to complete. It’s easy, important and safe, and you participation is vital.

By law, the U.S. Census Bureau cannot share an individual’s personal information with anyone, including other federal agencies and law enforcement entities. Please complete and mail back your form and encourage your family, friends and neighbors to do the same. For more information, visit 2010census.gov

 

 

     

                        BINGO

EVERY TUESDAY EVENING AT 6:30 PM IN THE   CHURCH HALL, DOORS OPEN AT 5 PM.

    

  PROGRESSIVE PRIZE………………………..$100.00