From the Pastor's Desk This Week
- July 14, 2019- Dear Brothers and Sisters, The familiar parable of the Good Samaritan we hear this weekend reminds us of the true meaning of charity. The figure of the Samaritan is striking not only because of his genuine care for the robbers’ victim, the aid he renders, or the way he cares… …
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3 Reasons We Go to Mass (According to a 9-Year-Old)
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Why do we have to go to Mass? Why can’t we just pray at home14 hours ago
A reflection from one of our young parishioners who is on a mission trip in Peru with Notre Dame High School Fairfield, Connecticut!
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Entering into Hearts and Homes – Leanne Onofrio
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It’s hard to believe that it was already our fifth day in Peru! We started off our day as usual having breakfast in the morning and making our lunches for the day while enjoying each other’s …19 hours ago
Veteran Russell Edgett founder of Freedom Isn't Free Ride kicked off his walk from Fairfield Town Hall to the State Capitol this morning, with First Selectman Mike Tetreau and Fairfield Police Officers there to see him off. Edgett, a local disabled Afghanistan veteran, hopes to raise awareness of issues veterans face including homelessness and invisible wounds. See their website for more information and upcoming events: thefreedomisntfreeridefoundation.net
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What's New
Sacramental Prep–Register Online Today
If your family has a child or children entering Grades 2, 5, 6, or 7 in the coming academic year, register them now for the 2019-2020 Sacramental Preparation program to receive First Holy Communion or Confirmation. Register by August 9. All classes will be filled on a first come, first served basis until they reach capacity.
VIRTUS Training Classes Available at St. Pius X
All St. Pius X Parish volunteers MUST attend Virtus training…
Anyone volunteering in any capacity at St. Pius X must attend Virtus training. For your convenience, Kara Clegg, faith formation coordinator, has arranged for training sessions to be held here in the Community Room: 6PM-9PM, Thursday, July 18 and 6PM-9PM, Thursday, August 8. Register now online.
St. Pius X Parish Festival–Mark Your Calendar
Join us for the Parish Festival on Sunday, September 8: 10:30AM Mass Under the Big Tent followed by the Festival which runs until 5PM. Bring family and friends to enjoy a fun-filled day. SIGN UP NOW TO VOLUNTEER!
-Live Music by the Bar Car Band and Highland Rovers
-Inflatables and Carnival Games for the kids
-The St. Pius X Grill and Beer & Wine Tent
-Bake Tent featuring Micalizzi’s Italian Ices and the all-new Coffee Booth
-1st Responders Touch a Truck–Fairfield Police, Fairfield Fire, and AMR Ambulance
-The Tag Sale!
-Parish Raffle
Catechists Still Needed for St. Pius X
Please consider volunteering some time to help us…
Volunteer catechists are still needed to join our Faith Formation team to teach our young parishioners preparing for the Sacraments of First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion. Volunteers are needed 4:30PM-5:30PM for classes held weekly on Tuesday and Wednesday. We supply the curriculum and materials! This is a wonderful way to share and grow in your own faith. Email Kara Clegg or call her at 203-255-6134 for more information.
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