October 19 2014

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Welcome To Our Parish Family!

Parish Membership Through baptism we become God’s sons and daughters, and brother and sisters of each other in Christ. Every family in the parish should be properly registered and each family should receive a set of envelopes. New parishioners should register at the Parish Office. Single adults over 21 years of age should register separately from parents. This registration is our only means of certifying anyone as a member of our parish family.

Office ● 47 Pleasant Street, West Hartford, Connecticut 06107 Phone 860-561-4235 ● Fax 860-561-0552

E-mail: [email protected] ● Parish Website: www.stpeterclaverparish.com

Pastor Reverend James F. Leary

Deacon James E. Hickey, Jr.

Pastoral Associate Gigi Frailey

Religious Education Office DRE - Angela Clement - 860-521-2904

RE Assistant - Marie Carr [email protected]

Office Staff Joanne Therrien Debbie Walgren

Music Director – Tim Stella

Cantor Amanda Kohl

Schedule of Masses

Saturday Vigil: 4:30 p.m. Sunday: 8:30 and 10:30 a.m.

Weekdays: Monday through Thursday: 6:30 a.m.

Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday 3:15 to 4:00 p.m. or by appointment.

Sacrament of Baptism Families preparing for Baptism must attend a

pre-baptismal class. Classes are held the third Sunday every other month.

Please call the parish office to make arrangements.

Baptisms are celebrated on the 1st Sunday of the month during the 10:30 a.m. Mass and

3rd Sunday of the month at 12:00 Noon.

Sacrament of Matrimony Those preparing for the Sacrament of Marriage should schedule an appointment with Fr. Leary

and Music Director Tim Stella

CHURCH OF SAINT PETER CLAVER WEST HARTFORD, CONNECTICUT October 19, 2014

Saturday, October 18 4:30 PM Memorial: Dr. Peter & Clementine

Amato & John & Eleanor Costello Sunday, October 19 8:30 AM Memorial: Francis Vignati 10:30 AM Memorial: Sean Mullarkey Monday, October 20 6:30 AM For the Parishioners of St. Peter Claver Tuesday, October 21 6:30 AM 1st Anniversary Dominic Maradie Wednesday, October 22 6:30 AM Memorial: William Grady Thursday, October 23 6:30 AM Mass Saturday, October 25 4:30 PM Anniversary: William Keresy, Jr.

Sunday, October 26 8:30 AM 1st Anniversary: Dominic Maradie 10:30 AM Anniversary: George & Barbara Seidl

Wednesday, October 22 10:00 AM Playgroup ~ Hall Thursday, October 23 7:00 PM MATH Meeting ~ Classroom

PARISH MEMORIAL MASS On Sunday, November 2, at the 10:30 am Mass, we will be celebrating a Memorial Mass for our parishioners and loved ones of parishioners who have died during the past year. Your family and friends are invited to attend this Mass and a family representative is invited to carry a candle to the altar during the offertory procession. Please call the Rectory at 860-561-4235 by Thursday, October 30 if you plan to attend.

BOOK OF NAMES

The Book of Names of Deceased Parishioners is available at the entrance of the Church for those who would like to include name(s) of loved ones to be prayed for during the month of November.

TWENTY-NINTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

First Reading: Isaiah 45:1, 4-6 Cyrus, King of Persia and friend to the Jewish people, becomes the Lord’s anointed one, and through God’s intervention, returns the Jews to their own country.

Second Reading: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-5b Paul rejoices that the Thessalonians, newly converted to Christianity, are displaying remarkable constancy in their new-found faith.

Gospel: Matthew 22:15-21 Seeking to entrap Jesus in his speech, the hostile and hypocritical Pharisees ask him this dangerous question, “Is it lawful to pay tax to the emperor or not?” Realizing their treacherous motives, Jesus asks for a Roman coin, and pointing to the inscription of Caesar’s, he answers, “Give to Caesar what is Caesar’s, but give to God what is God’s.”

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READINGS FOR THE WEEKND OF OCTOBER 26

First Reading: Exodus 22:20-26 Second Reading: 1 Thessalonians 1:5c-10

Gospel: Matthew 22:34-40

ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS IN GRADES 4 & UP Altar serving training for 4th graders on up begins in November with 3 – 1 hour training sessions in Church. It’s a great way to get involved in the weekly Masses and be a part of our parish community. The newly trained servers will be introduced to

the parish on November 23rd at the 10:30 AM Mass (It is not mandatory that they attend but it’s a nice ceremony). A brief reception will follow to welcome the new altar servers and their families to the Altar Serving Ministry. For more information contact Sue Farrell at [email protected] or 860-521-6736. The exact training dates/times are flexible and will be set depending on what works best for the majority.

A FAMILY PERSPECTIVE

Jesus was exasperated when he scolded: “Why do you put me to the test?” It is natural for children to test parents; this is how they learn and how we teach limits, rules and values. Be like Jesus in today’s gospel; he was firm, honest and direct.

TWENTY NINTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

The following reflects finances through the end of September 2014

2014 2014 2013 Actual Budget Actual (same period) $298,916 $318,750 $313,311

Includes ParishPay contributions: $7,742

SEPTEMBER EXPENSES Payroll/Taxes: $26,520; Insurance: $1,655; Employee Benefits: $8,070; School Support Tax: $1,333; Cathedraticum: $1,333; Parish Office Expenses: $1,700; Religious Education: $8,232; Repairs & Maintenance: $7,239; Utilities: $2,630

We thank you for your continued generous support!

WORLD MISSION SUNDAY Today is World Mission Sunday! We are invited today to reach out and build the Church in Mongolia, the world’s youngest Catholic Church, as well as local churches throughout the Missions, in the most remote areas across our world. Your prayers and generous gift to the Society for the Propagation of the Faith in the collection today help the work of priests, religious and lay leaders in Mongolia and throughout the Missions who offer the poor practical help and the experience of God’s love and mercy, His hope and peace. Please keep the Missions in your daily prayers. Please be as generous as you can to today’s collection. For more information visit www.IAmAMissionary.org.

BECOMING A EUCHARISTIC PEOPLE – WE BECOME WHAT WE DO

Monsignor Gerard Schmitz will conduct an afternoon of reflection for Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion on Sunday, November 9th from 1:30 pm to 5:00 pm at St. Peter Church Hall in Torrington. He will discuss the centrality of the Eucharist in the life of a Catholic as well as explore basic Eucharistic themes from Scriptures and Church Documents. It will be an opportunity for those who serve in this ministry to enrich their own spirituality and to deepen their appreciation of the Sacrament. Registration Fee is $15.00 - includes Coffee\Pastry upon arrival. Advance registration required – deadline is October 31st. For additional information and registration forms visit www.archdioceseofhartford.org or from [email protected] 860-242-5573 Ext.7442.

PRIESTHOOD DISCERNMENT EVENINGS The Vocation Office will be holding monthly Priesthood Discernment Evenings at St. Thomas Seminary in Bloomfield, CT) for men between the age of 18 and 55 who would like information about the Catholic Priesthood and meet with other men who feel God might be calling them to serve as a priest. We will meet Thursday (11/20; 12/18) 6:00-7:30 p.m. Pizza will be served. Please call the Vocation Office at 860-242-5573 for more information.

Stewardship Corner ~ Each year at tax time, we conscientiously give “to Caesar what belongs to Caesar.” Does my stewardship indicate that I am as faithful about giving “to God what belongs to God”?

LECTOR WORKSHOP – NOVEMBER 1st 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM

ST. THOMAS SEMINARY, BLOOMFIELD Fr. David Baranowski will cover the role of the lector and practical guides for more effective reading. This program will be of interest to individuals who read on a regular basis and individuals who train lectors. Registration Fee is $15.00 - includes Coffee\Pastry upon arrival. Advance registration required – deadline is October 27th. Additional information and registration forms are available online @ www.archdioceseofhartford.org at 860-242-5573 Ext.7442.

ATTENTION ALL MARRIED COUPLES!! Fall is a beautiful season full of color and crisp fresh air. A Worldwide Marriage Encountger Weekend is like autumn because it’s a weekend full of new beginnings and a time to rejoice in the beauty of your marriage and family. What a great time to rekindle communication and enjoy some time away. A Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend will help you enjoy life with a new closeness to each other and God. To register or for details regarding the November 7-9 weekend, please contact Paul and Kim Gilbert at 860-376-0440 or [email protected].

HOUSE OF BREAD HUNGER BANQUET The 29th Annual House of Bread Hunger Banquet will be held Wednesday, November 19th from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Franciscan Urban Ministry Center, 285 Church St., Hartford. For a $25 donation you will receive a bowl of soup (and you can keep the soup mug!) bread and an apple as well as the knowledge that you have helped the House of Bread continue the work we started 35 years ago. Free parking directly across from the Urban Center. For more information, go to www.hobread.org.

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BOTTLES FOR BABIES COLLECTION STARTS NEXT WEEK

Bottle collection for the 5th Annual Bottles for Babies campaign in support of St. Agnes Home will take place over the next two weekends, October 25 and 26 as well as November 1 and 2. The Knights of Columbus will be collecting bottles after all Masses. The generous contributions from members of the St. Peter Claver Parish have been vital to St. Agnes Home's mission of helping young mothers and their babies for the past 4 years. Donations in form of checks are to be made payable to the Knights of Columbus. Thank you for your kind support.

ADULT ALTAR SERVERS NEEDED TO SERVE AT FUNERAL MASSES

All are welcome to join this wonderful ministry which serves those who have lost a loved one. Please call Polly Merritt Maglio for additional

information at 860-558-8548

ST. PETER CLAVER 7th ANNUAL HOLIDAY CRAFT FESTIVAL & MARKETPLACE

SATURDAY, November 15 ~ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm SUNDAY, November 16 ~ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Artisans * Food * Bake Sale * Café TO BENEFIT MEDICAL AID TO HAITI (MATH)

CHILDREN’S HAT-COAT-GLOVE COLLECTION

There is an overwhelming need this year for children’s winter outwear. If you have a child’s coat, gloves or hat to donate, please leave it in the Parish Hall between October 18th & 26th. Donations will be distributed to Catholic Charities, Archdiocese of Hartford who will distribute them to needy children.

Please do not bring blankets, sleepwear, shirts or pants, or other clothing, as these are normally not accepted at donation sites. We would prefer not to receive adult coats, hats, etc. as our focus this year is children. We would like to express our sincere appreciation to everyone who has participated in this very worthwhile endeavor three years in a row. Thank You!!

In Sunday's Gospel, people tried to trick Jesus by asking Him if they must obey the government by paying taxes. They thought Jesus would insist that we should only follow God's rules. Jesus is teaching us that we must obey the laws of the govern-ment as well as the laws of God. This means that all laws have a purpose - and that God's laws are all about love! We should always remember that we honor God when we listen and obey the rules that keep us loyal to Him and to each other!

Contact the Faith Formation Office with any questions at 860-521-2904 or email at [email protected].

“Great is the Lord and highly to be praised.” Psalm 96:4

Special Thanks to the Children who worship God at Mass each week with their Families! We are blessed by the many ways they

share their Gifts of Love, listed on their envelopes!

Time: Praying; Helped my sister; I let my brother join my hockey game; Helped Mom; Helped a friend at school; Helped a lady find a store at the Mall.

Talent: Singing; Reading; Dance; Soccer; Violin.

Treasure: Jesus; Going to Communion; My Family. FAITH FORMATION CLASSES

GRADES 3 - 6

Sunday Students meet this Sunday, October 19, 9:30 - 10:30am.

Weekday Students meet as follows: Tuesday, October 21, 3:45-4:45pm Wednesday, October 22, 2:15-3:15pm

GRADE 7 Students meet this Sunday, October 19, 11:45am - 12:45pm

GRADE 8 Students only will attend an Orientation Gathering this Sunday, October 19 at 11:45am or this Tues-day, October 21 at 6:30pm.

ADAPTIVE PROGRAM

Our next Class Session for Children with Special Needs takes place this Tuesday, October 21st, from 6:30-7:30pm. Please contact the Faith Formation Office if you wish to register your child or email Craig Lomma at [email protected].

CONFIRMATION PREPARATION

GRADE 9: Students and Parents attend an Orien-tation for Year 1 of Confirmation Preparation next Sunday, October 26 at 11:45am

GRADE 10: Students meet in the Parish Hall on Saturday, November 1 at 3pm to hear our Guest Speaker, Bryan Mercier, speak about Living Our Faith, followed by attendance at the 4:30pm Mass.

FAMILY & CHURCH CLASSES

GRADE 1

Tuesday Students: October 28, 3:45pm-4:45pm Sunday Students: November 2, 9:30am-10:30am

GRADE 2

Sunday Students: October 26, 9:30am-10:30am Tuesday Students: October 28, 3:45pm-4:45pm Wednesday Students: October 29, 2:15pm-3:15pm

Time With Jesus Response Sheets are due at Mass according to Reading Schedule

OCTOBER IS THE MONTH OF THE ROSARY!

“The Rosary is a school for learning true Christian perfection.” ~ Pope John XXIII

The Rosary is a priceless treasure inspired by God.~ St. Louis De Monfort

“If you desire peace in your hearts, in your homes, and in your country, assemble each evening to recite the Rosary. Let not even one day pass without saying it, no matter how burdened you may be with many cares and labors.” ~ Pope Pius XI

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