From the Pastor's Desk This Week
- October 20, 2019- Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, The first reading from the Book of Exodus is one of the most intriguing of Old Testament stories. Israel is engaged in battle with Amalek. Moses raises his hands in prayer, holding aloft the staff of the Lord. Remember that this staff is… …
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After Masses this weekend, we prepped the floor for the new tiles by writing our names, prayer intentions, and names of family members. The prayer intentions reflect the family life that is so essential to this community, and also show the rich diversity present among us - parishioners wrote prayers in English, Chinese, Italian, Latin, Polish, and Spanish. Our community is built on the foundation of prayer and stands because of the people who make up our family of faith - what a joy to be part of this chapter in our parish history! Diocese of Bridgeport
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The Lord wants to meet us in prayer. What happens when we get distracted while we pray? Fr. Sam explains in this week's Faith Friday.
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Lots of unseen stuff this week: completion of asbestos abatement, electrical wiring in the ceiling, installation of some of the recessed ceiling lights. They also worked out the lines for the new floor tiles and have planned exactly where to lay them. Next week: painting the ceiling, AC system install completion, and more!A photographic record of the interior renovation of St. Pius X Church!
Heavenly Father,
As we renovate our church for your glory, bring renewal to our hearts also. Let our thoughts, words, and actions be always in union with Your Son, so that those we meet may experience the truth, love, and mercy of His most Sacred Heart. Use us, use our parish, use this renovation to restore all things in Christ.
Amen.
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What's New
The Viri Galilaei, a schola of Catholic men from the area, have asked to make St. Pius X their “home away from home.” The ensemble was without a place to gather to pray and sing, and we’re happy to help them. They will sing in our “temporary church” (Community Room,) 7PM, Wednesdays with a Mass in the Extraordinary Form, followed at 8PM by Vespers, until Thanksgiving. Confessions are heard 7PM-8PM, every Wednesday in the Chapel.
“Therefore, welcome one another as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God.” Romans 15:7.
St. Pius X Christmas Bazaar
Join us 11AM-5PM, Saturday, December 7 in the Gym of the Religious Education Center for our brand new Christmas Bazaar. This is a great way to do your holiday shopping early and get into the spirit of the season! Visit unique vendors who will be showcasing a wide array of products—see vendor list below. Plus, enjoy holiday music, photos with Santa, Bake Sale, mini White Elephant, and Silent Auction! If you are interested in taking a vendor table, email Kara Clegg (kclegg@st-pius.org) for availability and to request and application. If you are interested in sponsoring the event, complete the Sponsor Form and mail it with your payment or email Kimberlie Leon (kleon@st-pius.org) with any questions.
Vendors to Date
Accessorize: unique handmade jewelry
BeautyCounter: cosmetics and skincare
Kis Skincare: soaps and skincare
Little Fish Clothing: t shirts, hoodies, bags, mugs
RAM Leather: handcrafted leather goods
SouthernAirs: barbecue sauces, hot sauces, jams
Teresa Rainieri Art: fine art
Touchstone Crystal by Swarovski: jewelry
Thank you to our PLATINUM Sponsor!
Church Renovation Alert!
Due the to renovation of the Church, all weekend Masses are now being held in the Community Room in the Faith Center. Please enter through the Burr Street side OR Chapel entrance doors to access the Community Room in the Faith Center. Thank you!
Family Faith Formation
Families with children of all ages are invited and encouraged to join us once a month after the 9AM Mass in the APR, Religious Education Center for ongoing faith formation. Each month we will focus on a different topic as we grow in knowledge of our faith together. Dates: October 20, November 10, December 1, January 12, February 23, March 22, April 26, and May 17. Register now. A $50 annual donation per family is requested.
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