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St. Thomas More Church 374 Middlesex Road • Darien, Connecticut • 06820
(203) 655-3303
The Third Sunday in Ordinary Time • January 27, 2019
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Enjoy an evening of playing paddle, dinner & drinks with your fellow parishioners at our annual St. Thomas More Couples Paddle Party!
Saint Thomas More Church Parish Office Hours
9:00AM to 3:00PM Monday - Thursday 9:00AM to 1:00PM Friday
Liturgical Schedule www.stmdarienct.orgSaturday Vigil Mass 4:30PM ..........................................................................Sunday Masses 7:30AM, 8:45AM, 10:00AM Family Mass ....................... 11:30AM Choir Mass (during school year) & 5:15PM Confessions Saturdays 3:45PM-4:15PM .................................................... Sundays 8:15AM-8:45AM & 4:45PM-5:15PM Baptisms Sundays 12:30PM (by appointment)...........................................Daily Masses (Monday-Saturday) 9:00AM ................................................Eucharistic Adoration First Fridays 10:00AM-5:00PM ........................... Blessed Sacrament Chapel
Parish Staff [email protected]. Paul G. Murphy, Pastor 655-3303 ext 12 ...........................................Rev. John Connaughton, Priest-in-Residence 655-3303 ext 18 ................Rev. Mr. Gauthier Vincent, Deacon 219-9275 ............................................Anna Bauts, Business Manager 655-3303 ext 25 ......................................Office Manager 655-3303 ext 10 .................................................................Susan Lattimer, Administrative Assistant 655-3303 ext 24 .......................
Faith Formation K-5 [email protected] Hillman, Director 655-3077 ext 16 ...................................................Geraldine Flynn, Administrative Assistant 655-3077 ext 17 .....................
Faith Formation 6-8 [email protected] Sommer, Coordinator 655-6295 ext 15 ........................................Betsy Reilly, Administrative Assistant 655-6295 ext 21 .............................
Youth Ministry [email protected] Lattimer, Coordinator 655-3303 ........................................................
Music Ministry [email protected] Tate, Music Director/Organist 655-3303 ext 19 ..............................
Happiness Preschool [email protected] Hillman, Director 655-6053 ................................................................Geraldine Flynn, Administrative Assistant 655-6053 ext 23 .....................
Adult Faith Formation Jim Davis, RCIA [email protected] ......................................................Maryann Knag, Tuesday Bible Study [email protected] ..........................
Outreach & Ministries Women’s Circle [email protected] ..................................Prayer Shawl Ministry, Patty Catino [email protected] ...............Bereavement, Lillian Toll 966-9367 ...............................................................
Lay Leadership Joseph D. Roxe, Parish Trustee 655-9908 ....................................................Brian D. Young, Parish Trustee 972-1178 ......................................................Mary Jo Dyer, Finance Council Chairperson [email protected] ..........
Other Contacts Parish FAX 655-6478 ....................................................................................Faith Formation & Happiness Preschool FAX 655-8901 ......................Parish E-mail [email protected] .......................................................Parish Media (Website/Bulletin) [email protected].............
PADDLE
COUPLES
9 F E B R U A R Y
6:30PM $50
S T . T H O M A S M O R E W O M E N S C I R C L E
I N V I T E S Y O U T O A
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• A D V A N C E P A Y M E N T T O P A R I S H O F F I C E R E Q U I R E D •
WOODWAY PADDLE HUT5 4 0 H O Y T S T R E E T • D A R I E N
OUR RENOVATION PRAYER
Heavenly Father, who led the people of Israel with a cloud by day and a flame by night, we ask you to lead us on our own journey of faith as we undertake the renovation of Your house, whose living stones we are; keep us close to You as a community making this transition by deepening our faith, and grant us patience and serenity while worshiping in a temporary space; so that our joy may be complete when we come to that renewal which is Your will for the Church in Darien. We ask this through Our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, One God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Be sure to visit our Flickr page (https://flic.kr/s/aHsmfroAqS) or scan the above QR code to see the progress of our church renovations.
ATTENTIONPlease be extra careful driving and walking in the
parking lot due to the ongoing construction activities.
STEWARDSHIP
Offertory
The chart above details our weekly, monthly and fiscal year-to-date offertory contributions. Also, please remember St. Thomas More Parish in your estate planning.
ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
& DEVOTION TO THE SACRED S S HACRED EART OF JESUS
Friday, February 1, 2019 - 10:00AM-5:00PM
On First Fridays the Blessed Sacrament is exposed for Adoration on the altar of the Chapel from 10:00AM-5:00PM. At 4:45PM, following the Litany to the Sacred Heart, we celebrate Benediction before reposing the Blessed Sacrament in the tabernacle. To be with Him will reassure you that because of his glorious resurrection you have nothing to fear. To
adore Jesus in the Eucharist is to receive and enjoy the gift of his eternal real presence. The Eucharist is Jesus' gift of himself to us. He is truly there, in the tabernacles of the world, in the form of simple bread consecrated into his sacred body, blood, soul and divinity. From there he offers us the comfort of his company and the gift of his love. Spending time with Him will remind you that he loves you so much he willingly laid down his life for you.
OMMUNION TO THE SICK & HICK OMEBOUND
If you know of someone who, due to illness or physical limitations, cannot attend Mass, and would like to receive the Eucharist, contact the parish office to arrange a home visit by a priest or one of our Extraordinary Ministers of Communion: [email protected] or 655-3303.
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Saturday, January 26
9:00 AM John Katana and Family Jo Mitchell4:30 PM Pat Ambrosio Rita Stone
Sunday, January 27
7:30 AM Marilyn Ruth Akey The Seter Family8:45 AM Barbara Sullivan The Cassidy Family
10:00 AM Thomas Henry Carroll, Jr Daniel and Sarah Kunetz11:30 AM William Holding Pat and Ab van den Broek
5:15 PM Kevin Cassidy The Cassidy Kids
Monday, January 28
9:00 AM Rev. Erwin Sohweigardt Susan & Joe Spain
Tuesday, January 29
9:00 AM Diane Albano Chrissy & Billy
Wednesday, January 30
9:00 AM Bridget McGuire Kathleen Lyons
Thursday, January 31
9:00 AM James F. Kelly Bill & Jane Waters
Friday, February 1
9:00 AM Hugh Rooney Eileen & John Butler
Saturday, February 2
9:00 AM Rosemary Sullivan Peters Rosey Costello4:30 PM Geraldine Joyce The Giesen Family
Sunday, February 3
7:30 AM Janice Polglase The Weinstock Family8:45 AM John Graham The Weinstock Family
10:00 AM Bridget McGuire James & Kathleen Lyons11:30 AM Joseph Fay The Weinstock Family
5:15 PM Patricia & James Ennis The Weinstock Family
MASS INTENTIONS
Blessings for January 20 Actual Budget Variance
Weekly Offertory $11,822 $19,800 ($7,979)
Month-to-Date Offertory $47,147 $59,400 ($12,253)
FY-to-Date Offertory $566,596 $616,981 ($50,385)
ADULT RELIGIOUS FORMATION
Walking With Purpose
Fr. Paul with Wednesday night WWP group reflecting on John 9, "The Man Born Blind", and how Jesus helps all of us to walk by the light of faith.
Tuesday Bible Study Group
You are invited. Come pray, read and ponder with us as we study Sacred Scripture and experience the “words of Eternal Life”! We meet in the Rectory Annex from 9:30AM to 11:00AM on January 22; February 5, 12, 19 & 26; March 5, 19 & 26; April 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30; May 7 & 14 (tentative). This group is present-ing an original 16 week curriculum entitled, “Mary, the Mother of God and Our Mother”. Having studied 3 topics, “Types of Mary in the Old Testament”, “Mary in the New Testament” and the early Christian document, the “Proto-Evangelium of James”, we will continue with “Mary in History”, “Mary and the Catechism of the Catholic Church”, Appearances of Mary and her Messages”, Titles of Mary, Statues and Depictions”, “Mary and the Mysteries of the Rosary”, “Mary and Some Mystics: Private Revelations”; “Mary and You”. All are welcome - Bible beginners to Bible scholars - friends, neighbors, inquirers, too. No registration, just come with a Bible. Parishioners are also welcome to join the Wednesday Evening Bible Study Group which meets at St. John Church, Darien. This group meets 7:00PM-8:30PM in Room 108 of the Parish Center and is reading and discussing the Book of the Acts of the Apostles. Both Darien Bible Groups are led by Catholic Scripture scholar, Maryann Knag, MAT, MAR. She teaches under the Magisterium and has been leading groups in CT and RI since 2004. For more information contact Maryann at 213-4809 or [email protected].
Prayer Shawl Ministry
Our Prayer Shawl Ministry is a journey to prayer. You will find that creating something for someone else is a true connection to prayer. Once the shawl, blanket or teddy bear is completed, bring it to the Parish Office. Before your creation is given to the recipient, it is blessed, and a Prayer Shawl Card is included. We need your help. Shawls can be any color, any shape, any pattern. Knit or Pearl is just fine! The shawl should reach from wrist to wrist, so one can wrap the shawl around themselves. The blessings of the Prayer Shawl provides comfort to the sick, the lonely and the elderly, or shares in the joys of the newborn. Like acts of generosity, the presentation of a Prayer Shawl enriches the giver as well as the recipient. The most amazing thing about the shawl is that it is tangible evidence of our Prayers. If you have add i t i ona l ques t ions , p l e a se ema i l P a t t y a t : p ad [email protected].
STM ADULT CHOIR RESUMES
The Adult Choir has returned to leading our music at the 11:30AM Mass. The choir is open to anyone ages high school and beyond! We rehearse monthly to review music for the next few Sundays and each Sunday morning at 10:15AM. Have you ever considered joining us? Contact Galen Tate for more info: 655-3303, x19 or [email protected].
SENIOR LUNCHEON THANK YHANK OU
Our STM Seniors kicked off 2019 in style with a wonderful luncheon on January 11 thanks to our dedicated volunteers. A huge amount of gratitude goes to: Lisa Bohdan, Kristen Budny, Patty Catino, Barbara Fletcher, Deirdra Kearney, Fredda Lawless, Julie McLaughlin, Susan Moore, Cathy Pond, Kim O'Brien and Rosemarie Struk. Our Valentine's luncheon is on February 8 and new volunteers are always welcome to join this grace-filled ministry. Please email [email protected] if interested.
HAPPINESS RECREATION TIME!
ALTAR SERVERS BOWLING PARTY
In appreciation of the important service our children provide for the parish, Fr. Paul invites all Altar Service to a Bowling Party (Bowlmor
in Norwalk) on Saturday, February 9 from 1:00PM to 2:30PM. Please RSVP to [email protected]
if you plan to come. We hope to see you there!
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MICHAEL CLARKTRANSITIONAL DIACONATE
All parishioners are invited to attend the Transitional Diaconate ceremony for Michael Clark on Saturday, February 2, 2019 at 11:00AM. It will be celebrated at St. Gabriel Parish, 914 Newfield Avenue in Stamford. Light refreshments will follow at St. John Fisher Seminary, 894 Newfield Avenue in Stamford. Also, please note that Michael will be preaching his first Mass with us at our 4:30PM Vigil Mass that day in the Parish Hall. Congratulations Michael!
AROUND THE DIOCESE
Cardinal Kung Academy Open House
Join us on Saturday, January 26 from 11AM to 1PM at 278 Straw-berry Hill Avenue in Stamford (in the school building of St. Bridget of Ireland Church). The Academy, a division of Trinity Catholic High School, opened in September 2018 and is the only Catholic classical high school in the diocese. Come meet the teachers, hear about the curriculum and classical education, and tour the facility). Entrance Exam will be held February 9. Now accept-ing applications for 9-11 grades. For more info, contact 918-0992, CardinalKungAcademy@gmail .com or vis it www.cardinalkungacademy.org
Worldwide Marriage Encounter
Allow God to strengthen, renew, rekindle and transform your marriage sacrament by attending a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend. The next weekends are April 26-28 and July 12-14, in Manchester. Call 860-315-2127 or visit wwmectw.org.
An Evening for Marriage Champions
Mother Agnes Mary Donovan, S.V., the Sisters Of Life and Fr. Andy Vill of St. John The Evangelist Parish in Stamford, invite you to join them for The Good News for Catholic Couples and Marriage “An Evening for Marriage Champions” on Thursday January 31, from 7:00PM-9:30PM featuring Ryan and Mary Rose Verret of Witness To Love. Please RSVP to [email protected]. The evening will include light drinks and refreshments.
New Pilgrimages to France!
Join us on one of these special 13-day pilgrimages t o F r a n c e . A MAGNIFICAT pilgrimage
is truly unique! Why? Because MAGNIFICAT offers you unique content and access to sites and people. In addition to praying and attending Mass daily as a MAGNIFICAT family in majestic cathedrals and holy places, you will enjoy an introduction to Lectio
Divina, time for Adoration, intimate con-certs and private art tours, and meet local pastors and religious communities, all while enjoying beautiful must-see sites. Romain Lizé, Executive Vice President and Deputy Publisher of MAGNIFICAT is offering four pilgrimages to France with Peter's Way Tours this year are April 27-May 9; May 11-23; August 24-September 5 and September 14-26. Enrollment deadlines are quickly approaching. For more information on these pilgrimages, please call (800) 225-7662 or email: [email protected].
$25,000 Tuition Raffle For Any School
Fairfield College Preparatory School is proud to again present our $25,000 Tuition Raffle. The prize can be used for any K-12 schools, colleges or universities or pay back of college loans. The prize is to be paid directly to any K-12 schools, colleges or universities or the financial institution
that holds your school loans. Schools must be located and accredited in the U.S. Only 1,000 tickets will be available at $100 per ticket. (500 tickets must be sold for the raffle to proceed. If fewer than 500 tickets are sold, the raffle will be canceled and the ticket purchasers will receive a full refund.) Proceeds from the raffle will benefit the Scholarship Fund at Fairfield Prep. The drawing will be held at the Spring Event on Saturday, May 4, 2019 promptly at 10:15PM in the Student Life Center, Fairfield Prep. Winning ticket holder does not need to be present to win. For m o re i n f o r m a t i o n p l e a s e c o n t a c t : 2 5 4 - 4 2 3 7 o r [email protected].
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SAINT THOMAS MORE FAITH FORMATION
Office Hours: Monday through Thursday • 10:00AM-5:00PM
MIDDLE SCHOOL
Quote of the Week
“O Jesus I surrender myself to You, take care of everything.” - The Surrender Novena by Fr. Dolinda Ruotolo
Grade 7
Parents and students enjoyed speaker Mary Ronan on Tuesday, January 22. They learned about the Fruits of the Holy Spirit and how they can help us live a better faith life.
January Birthdays
CONFIRMATION
Our Confirmation Date is Saturday, April 6, 2019. Sacraments will be at 11:00AM and 2:00PM in the Parish Hall.
Important Upcoming Date
Session IV, Monday, February 11- Evening Vespers Students/Parents are invited to attend this service from 6:00PM-6:30PM in the Parish Hall followed by a presentation by Fr. Paul Murphy on the History of the Church and Confirmation. Students only from 6:30PM-7:30PM. (Dinner served.)
Eagle Scout - Joyful Mystery Walk
Robbie Stewart, a parishioner at STM, is working toward becoming an Eagle Scout in Troop 53 here in Darien. The project will consist of building a Joyful Mystery Walk which will be placed in front of the Education Building here at St. Thomas More Church. Part of the Eagle Project requires that he raise the funds to build this project -- 100% of which will go towards the project. On the day of the installation, he will manage a group of volunteers to install the project. If you are interested in supporting Robbie’s project, please forward a check payable to "Robbie Stewart" with "Eagle Scout Project" written in the memo to the address below. He hopes to complete the project by summer. His address is: Robbie Stewart, 24 Point O’ Woods Road, Darien. We know that Robbie looks forward to completing this project and contributing to the campus and spiritual life of our parish.
YOUTH GROUP
Following the 5:15PM Mass, the Youth Group meets from 6:15PM to 7:45PM in the Parish Hall. All high schoolers are welcome to join at any time and are encouraged to come to the events on the YG calendar.
• Sat./Sun. January 26-27 Souper Bowl of Caring • Sun. January 27 Mass & YG • Sun. February 3 Mass & no YG • Sun. February 10 Mass & YG
Midnight Run - February 2
Winter's cold has set in and the Youth Group will be heading on a Midnight Run to help the homeless in New York City soon. Starting Saturday, January 19, bins will be placed in the Parish Hall where we kindly ask that you drop off any donations of the following items before Friday, February 1:
Clothing needed: (Adult Winter Clothing only please) • Warm Coats. Large and extra large sizes, even as small men and
women like to layer. Dark colors are preferred. • Durable pants. Large sizes are preferred, but will sort into waist
sizes between 32 and 40 and above, with inseam size marked. Blue jeans are preferred over khakis. Mostly men's sizes, but we will bring several pairs of women's pants as well.
• Socks. NEW Tube socks, rolled in pairs. White or dark. • Underpants. NEW Jockey style. Sizes 32 through 42. They need
a few pairs of women's briefs as well. • Thermal Long Underwear. Large sizes. Any color. • Sweaters, sweatshirts and long-sleeve shirts. Large and extra
large. Dark colors preferred. Hooded sweatshirts are especially useful.
• T-shirts. Medium through extra large. Any color. • Hats. Knit & warm for winter. • Gloves. Ski gloves clipped in pairs or knit gloves rolled together.
Dark colors. • Shoes and boots. Sizes 9 through 12 and above. Lightly worn
sneakers or athletic shoes (no spikes), soft-soled shoes and work boots are preferred.
• Belts, Backpacks & Blankets • Toiletries: SMALL SIZE & NEW soap, toothbrushes, tooth paste,
shampoo, washcloths, plastic razors, shaving cream, deodorant, lip balm, feminine hygiene products (small supply).
Monetary donations will also be accepted so we can shop for missing items. Please make checks payable to St. Thomas More with memo “Midnight Run” and give directly to the Parish Office or place in the offertory basket at Mass.
Food Donations needed: (Recipes can be found on the STM Website or on the flyers in the back of the church.) • Meat Loaf/Loaves for Sandwiches • Prepare Servings of Chicken Soup
Please email [email protected] or return the slip on back of flyer if you can donate a meat loaf or chicken soup. Meat loaves and soup can be dropped off at the Parish Hall between 9:00AM and 1:00PM on Thursday, January 31 and Friday, February 1.
Many thanks in advance for your support!
Midnight Run Save the Dates!
February 1 - Clothing Sorting 7:00PM-9:00PM February 2 - Food Prep 8:00AM-10:00AM
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