Masses for the Week

SATURDAY, October 8

8:00 AM Special Intention

5:00 PM Joseph Boucher, 1^st Anniversary

SUNDAY, October 9

7:30 AM John Mangini, Jr.

9:30 AM Catherine Gill, 16^th Anniversary

11:30 AM Roger E. Lemire, 2^nd Anniversary

MONDAY, October 10

7:00 AM Katherine R. Stevens

TUESDAY, October 11

7:00 AM Irene Fisette & Deceased Family Members

WEDNESDAY, October 12

7:00 AM Angeline Annelli

THURSDAY, October 13

7:00 AM Edwina Pinvich Moore

FRIDAY, October 14

7:00 AM Church of the Assumption Parishioners

SATURDAY, October 15

8:00 AM Chandra Kelly Bliss & Family

3:00 PM Wedding, Michael Kolek & Jamie Milka

5:00 PM Martin & Elizabeth Mayer

SUNDAY, October 16

7:30 AM Kelly Emerson Wilkison & Family

9:30 AM Gentila Pawloski

11:30 AM Cynthia Brezinski

Parish Support

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

October 2, 2011 Offertory – $4965.00

School Collection - $1913.00

Thank you for your generosity

Assumption School Bottle and Can Drive: Assumption School will be having a bottle and can drive on Saturday, October 22^nd 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.

The Ladies Guild of the Church of the Assumption will be holding their Annual bazaar on Saturday, November 19^th, 2011 from 9:00am – 3:00pm in the Church Hall.

Please keep the Guild in mind when you are cleaning out the garage, attic, basement, etc.

We do ask that all donated items be very gently used and clean.

For more information, please contact Elaine Sweet at 860-649-8768.

Foxwoods Trip November 3rd The cost for the trip is $22.00 per person.

We will be departing from the Church parking lot at 8:00am and will return by 5:30pm. You will also receive $20.00 in coupons for food and keno. Deadline to register is October 27^th. Please call Romeo Dube at 860-646-1326 to reserve your seat or for any questions.

CROP HUNGER WALK

Ending Hunger One Step at a Time

On Sunday, October 16^th, in Manchester, there will be a CROP Hunger Walk, to raise funds to fight hunger at home and around the world.

CROP stands for Communities Responding to Overcome Poverty.

Over 2000 walks take place throughout the United States, they are sponsored by Church World Service, a cooperative ministry and refugee assistance worldwide.

The Manchester walk is organized by MACC Charities, with 25% of the funds raised staying with MACC to fight hunger in our community.

The walk will start at South United Methodist Church at 1:00pm and run along Main Street to ST. Bridget’s and then back to South United.

Please join us in making this year’s walk successful. With the slumping economy and 2011 weather events, MACC needs our help more than ever.

Tables for donations and to sign up to walk will be set up after Masses on the weekends of October 8^th and October 16^th.

If you have any questions about participation in this event contact: John Foley – 860-643-1929

Religious Education News:

No Religious Ed Classes Monday, October 10^th in observance of Columbus Day.

Confirmation Classes: The next class will be on Sunday, October 16^th from 6:00pm-8:00pm in the Church Hall

From Our Fourth Grade, Teacher

Mary Forde:

Looking For something to do in Connecticut this weekend?

We have been studying the history of the State of Connecticut. We have learned how to use the Microsoft Word computer program, and have produced a report on “Connecticut’s Great Places”.

Come and see our recommendations for things to do and see in our great state.

Assumption School Fall-O-Ween Funfest

Assumption School will be having their Fall-O–Ween Carnival on October 15, 2011 from 10:00am – 2:00pm, to be held on the soccer field behind the school. Admission is $5.00. Tickets can be purchased for food and the bounce house….activities including face painting, dunk booth, pumpkin painting, crafts and much more are included with admission!

There will be a Costume Parade at 1:00pm…be sure to bring your camera.

Come and enjoy a fun filled family day with us at Assumption School and celebrate our 50^th Anniversary.

For questions, please contact Heather Sodel at 860-883-0355.

Assumption School Pre-K – 8^th Grade Open House

Are you looking for an exceptional, faith –enriched, solid educational experience for your child?

We invite you to come and meet our dedicated teachers and families and see what a wonderful educational future we can provide for your child.

Assumption school will hold an Open House on Sunday, October 23^rd from 10:30am -1:00pm at our Main Campus, 27 Adams St, South and from 1:00pm – 3:00pm for Pre-K – 5^th Grade students and at our upper campus, 45 Ludlow Rd. for 6^th, 7^th and 8^th grade students.

If you are unable to attend the Open House and would like to arrange a tour or if you have questions, please contact our school office at 860-649-0889.

Visit our website at www.assumptionschoolct.com

“Come for a Day, we are sure you will want to stay.”

The Rectory will be closed Monday, October 10^th, in observance of Columbus Day.

Novena: There will be no Novena on Monday, October 10^th, due to the observance of Columbus Day

MEMORIAL CANDLES

October 9, 2011

Mary's Altar St. Joseph's Altar

Jeanne Poncelet Alfred Poncelet

Sadie Lauretti Flood Victims

Fred & Ellie Dandeneau Special Intention (2)

Angeline Annelli Paul & Clara Gomes, Our Parents&

Nancy Ann Galligan Good Health for Our Holy Father

Special Intention (2)

To request candles, please fill out the Candle Offering Envelope located by the candles, in the church. Place in the collection basket or return to the Rectory, by Monday of the week you wish the candle lit for.

MACC Food Pantry: Our next collection for MACC Food Pantry is the weekend of October 22^nd & 23^rd.

Some suggestions for donations are: canned soups, stews, chili, canned vegetables, pasta sauce, boxed macaroni & cheese, coffee and tea. Shop the sales and be as generous as possible. For questions, please contact Heather Laprise @ 860-306-9328.

Iconography Class: The next Iconography Class will begin on October 19^th and will continue on Wednesday and Friday evening from 6:00pm till 9:00pm until November 16^th. The cost for the 9 classes is fifty dollars to cover the cost of supplies.

If you are interested in taking this class, please contact Milly Botticello at 860-649-1182 or Millybo@aol.com

BINGO

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

PROGRESSIVE PRIZE………………………..$100.00

Ladies Guild: There will be an executive board meeting of the Ladies Guild on Monday, October 17^th at 7:00 pm in the Church Hall.