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FR. MC KENNA
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY
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St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Shop
is asking for your help. This year, more than ever, people are
struggling with the economy, shut downs and lay-offs. We are in
need of spiral-cut hams, canned goods, Easter baskets and food
certificates to help feed our large number of clients to make their
Easter a true blessing. Donations can be dropped off
at 237 Roosevelt Drive, Derby, Monday thru Saturday from 9:30 a.m.
to 2:30 p.m. Please help make a difference in someone’s
life!!
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BIRTHRIGHT NEEDS VOLUNTEERS
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Birthright needs a special
someone…YOU! Would like to help offer
pregnant women the alternative to abortion? Birthright is an
emergency pregnancy service staffed by volunteers dedicated to
helping pregnant women in crisis. Our guiding principle is: “It is
the RIGHT of every pregnant woman to give BIRTH and the RIGHT of
every child to be BORN.” Birthright is located in Derby. If you
would like to volunteer, please call 734-6545.
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CATHOLIC PRAYER BOOK FOR MOTHERS
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Encouraged by
Blessed Teresa of Calcutta, “Catholic Prayer Book for Mothers,”
by local author, Donna Cooper O’Boyle is available at local book
stores. A signed copy is available through the author’s website
www.donnacooperoboyle.com. or by sending $9.95 which includes
shipping to: P.O. Box 773, New Milford, CT 06776.
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CATHOLIC NETWORKING GROUP
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The Catholic Networking
Group is for Catholics in Connecticut
in their 20s, 30s and 40s, married or single, who want to
participate in spiritual, social and volunteer activities.
Membership is free. For more info, please call Callista Gould at
637-3731 or email callista@intertechmedia.com.
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EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF THE EUCHARIST
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Can you donate a couple of
hours a month on a Monday or Friday?? The
Pastoral Care Office of St. Joseph Church is looking for additional
volunteers to assist at a monthly Mass or to distribute Communion
and recite the Rosary weekly. Mass is celebrated in the afternoon,
on the second Monday at Hewitt Health Care and the fourth Monday at
Shelton Lakes. Recitation of the Rosary and distribution of
Communion is held Monday mornings at Hewitt Health Care and Friday
mornings at Shelton Lakes Health Care. If you can help, please call
the Pastoral Care Office (924-7885) on Monday and Friday, 9 a.m.-12
noon.
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THE CATHOLIC
NETWORKING GROUP
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The
Catholic Networking Group, based in Connecticut, is for Catholics in
their 20’s, 30’s and 40’s, married or single, who would like to
participate in social, spiritual or community service activities. The
group affords a wonderful opportunity to network with other Catholics
and encourages members to be active in their parishes. To get on our
regular email list, contact Callista Gould at Callista@intertechmedia.com
or visit our website at www.catholicnetworkinggroup.com.
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TRAVELING
MERCIES
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So often we pray for God’s
protection as we head out for vacation. Are we really relying on Him
for anything? We’ve tried to prepare for planned activities and
emergencies. Often the only space left for God to affect our travels
is when accidents don’t happen.
Perhaps there is a lesson to
learn from the disciples as Jesus sent them out. With empty pockets
and only a walking stick, these early believers put total faith in
God’s ability to provide. They truly knew the meaning of “traveling
mercies” dependent on Him for their very survival.
And
although today’s Christian travelers wouldn’t consider leaving our
credit cards or suitcases behind, the question still stands: What are
we depending on Him for?
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COMPASSION
FRIENDS SUPPORT GROUP
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Compassionate Friends is a support group for bereaved parents which
provides the setting to share one’s feelings of fear, anger, and pain
after the death of a child. For more info,
please call the Family Life Office at the Catholic Center (372-4301,
ext. 314).
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ST. ANTHONY’S BOOK & GIFT
SHOP
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St. Anthony’s Book & Gift Shop, Seymour
has
moved around the corner to a new location, 131 Main Street, (the old Jerry’s Meat
Market), effective July 17. Hours will be Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 11
a.m.-6 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. (closed Wednesday and Sunday). For more
information, please call 888-3390.
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FAIRFIELD COUNTY CATHOLIC
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Every Catholic household in the Diocese of Bridgeport is
entitled to receive a free subscription of the Fairfield County Catholic, the official
newspaper of the Diocese. If you are not receiving the newspaper in the mail each month,
please call 203/372-4301 ext. 452 or email your name and address to
www.fccatholic@snet.net.
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MERCY VOLUNTEER CORPS
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Mercy Volunteer Corps is a program sponsored by the
Sisters of Mercy for women and men over 21. It offers the opportunity to give a year or
two of direct service to people in need while living in a prayerful community. Volunteer
opportunities include teaching, nursing, working in homeless shelters and social service
agencies in urban or rural settings. Room and board, medical insurance and a small stipend
are provided. Student loan deferments are available. For an application or for more
information, please call 860/232-8602, ext. 309 or 362.
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CONNECTICUT HOSPICE
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
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Connecticut Hospice is seeking volunteers in several
areas. If you would like more info about how you can help with administrative tasks, as a
friendly visitor, with the arts or by helping with transportation needs, please call Diane
Bell, volunteer coordinator (944-0900 or leave a message at 1-888-600-7423, ext. 530.
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UMBRELLA "ADOPT A
CHILD" PROGRAM
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The Umbrella, Birmingham Group Health
Services’ program for abused woman and children, is sponsoring their
"back-to-school adopt-a-child" program again this year. Through this program,
you can make a difference in the life of a child by helping a boy or girl affected by
domestic violence start the school year on a positive note. Individuals and/or families
"adopt" a child and provide them with a "head-to-toe" outfit, coat and
a backpack filled with school supplies. Or, a cash donation can be made for the Umbrella
to shop for a child. For more info about the program, please call Arlene Greco (736-2601;
ext 321).
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