Diocese of Bridgeport

Archbishop Lori becomes 16th Archbishop of Baltimore

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In a jubilant liturgy that highlighted the historic roots of the Baltimore archdiocese while also looking to the future, Archbishop William E. Lori was installed as the 16th archbishop of Baltimore May 16 at the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen, Homeland.

A smiling Archbishop Lori wore the same pectoral cross that belonged to Archbishop John Carroll – the first archbishop of Baltimore – as he was led to the bishop’s chair by Cardinal Edwin F. O’Brien and Archbishop Carlo Maria Viganò, apostolic nuncio to the United States.

There, in front of more than 2,000 people and grasping a crosier once used by Archbishop Carroll, Archbishop Lori began a new era in the long history of the Baltimore archdiocese as he symbolically took possession of his cathedral.

Click to read the full article by George P. Matysek Jr. of the Catholic Review

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Bishop Lori Ordains First Vietnamese-American Priest in Diocese

BRIDGEPORT (Saturday May 12, 2012)—When Bishop Lori intoned the words, “We choose Deacon Augustine, our Brother, for the order of the priesthood,” the congregation broke into a prolonged standing ovation at St. Augustine Cathedral in downtown Bridgeport.

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“CATCH THE SPIRIT” a Christian Contemporary music concert Fri., June 8 @ 7:30p, sponsored by the St. Francis Youth Group . The concert will be held at Crystal Theater in Norwalk Connecticut and will feature a live band accompanying 20 talented teen singers from across Fairfield County. Tickets may be purchased through http://catchthespirit.eventbrite.com/Ticket cost is $10.00. Proceeds will benefit Abolition International -a non profit organization founded by Natalie Grant. Abolition International is dedicated to the eradication of sex trafficking and human exploitation. A small portion of the proceeds will be used to purchase new song books for the St. Francis Teen Mass Singers. People who are unable to attend the concert may make a donation through the ticket website.

JENNINGS BEACH CARNIVAL sponsored by Holy Family Parish May 17-20, South Benson Road, Fairfield. Thurs. 6-9pm, Fri. 6-10pm, Sat. 1-10pm, Sun. 1-5pm. Admission free.

MALTA HOUSE SPRING GALA, May 17 at Stamford Yacht Club. 6:30pm cocktails, dinner stations & silent auction; 8:00pm tribute to honorees Lynn Friedberg & William (Mele) Orendord; 8:30pm Live auction & dessert. Tickets may be purchased online at: www.maltahouse.org.

GIANT TAG SALE St. Mary Stamford, May 19, 9am-4pm, 566 Elm Street. To buy a table space or for info, contact Sharon (203) 327-1806 ro email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) before May 12.

HOPE FOR ALL SEASONS: A SUNG ROSARY BY CANA, Celebrates 20th Anniversary.
May 22 at 7:30pm @ St. Theresa Church, Trumbull. For info contact: 203-556-0433.

THOMAS MERTON CENTER 18TH ANNUAL CELEBRITY BREAKFAST Wed., May 23 from 7:30-9:00am at Holiday Inn, 1070 Main Street, Bpt.. This year’s speaker is Charles V. “Chuck” Firlotte, President and CEO of Aquarion Water Company. The Celebrity Breakfast generously funds it's programs and services available to all. For info Janet Barker (203) 367-9036 ext. 15 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). For Flyer click here.

"GOD IS BIGGER THAN ELVIS" a fundraiser for the Abbey of Regina Laudis in Bethlemen, CT Fri., May 25 at 7:30pm at the Ridgefield Playhouse. The play focuses on the decision of film star Dolores Hart to leave Hollywood to become a Benedictine Nun. Cost: $10. Info call 203-438-5795 or email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

PRESENTATION & BOOK SIGNING: June 4 @ 7:30pm St. Peter Church 104 Main Street, Danbury. Author Dawn Eden and her book "My Peace I Give You: Healing Sexual Wounds with the Help of the Saints." Call: 203-743-2707 or www.stpeterdanb.org. Click the view the flyer.

ST. ANTHONY FEAST AT ST. MARGARET SHRINE, 2539 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, Fri., June 8, 6-11pm, Sat., June 9 2-11pm, and Sun., June 10 1-10pm. Join us for Delicious Italian Food & Family Friendly Fun, entertainment, rides and a raffle. We will have our Famous Pizza Fritta and many of our other tasty Italian dishes. On Sun., June 10 we will have Special Outdoor Mass & Procession at 12 Noon in honor of St. Anthony. For info 203-333-9627.

CELEBRATION OF MARRIAGE - Knights of Columbus, Assembly 107, will host a Mass celebrating Marriage on June 10, 2012, 12:00pm at St. Margaret’s Shrine, Park Ave., Bridgeport as part of the Feast of St. Anthony. All couples invited. Included in this celebration is an Ad Book. If you were married or had your wedding pictures at St. Margaret’s Shrine and want to participate in the Mass or include your photo in souvenir book, or place an ad, email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or call 203-450-2472. Go to: sites.google.com/site/107assembly.

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St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School Human Relations Committee recently celebrated Earth Day
May 14, 2012

FAIRFIELD--The St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School Human Relations Committee recently celebrated Earth Day by doing a clean-up at Sasco Hill Beach. On a cold, windy spring day the committee representatives collected a tremendous amount of trash--from cups, tin foil, bottles, plastic bags, soda cans, food wrappers, to broken glass and more. When you are next enjoying Sasco Beach, notice how clean the beach is thanks in part to the efforts of our Human Relations committee. Let’s hope our citizens will keep it that way!

Student recognized for volunteerism
May 11, 2012
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NEWTOWN - Recognized as one of two outstanding students statewide, Patrick Briscoe, an eighth-grader at St. Rose of Lima School, received the Prudential Spirit of Community Award, honoring young people for outstanding acts of volunteerism. Patrick conducted a penny collection drive that raised more than $1,200 to purchase two cobblestones and a granite paver to remember those from his hometown at the National 9/11 Memorial in Manhattan.

St. Rose of Lima School 1st Communion
May 09, 2012
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FIRST COMMUNION--St. Rose of Lima School students received their First Holy Communion on Saturday May 5th at St. Rose of Lima Church, Newtown, CT.Students pictured from Mrs. Jeanne Vitetta's Class include:From Left to Right- Kayla Ondy, Ella Schmitt, Allison Pavlicek, Justin Zemo, Gregory Gargano, Angelo LaManna, Ryan Gommo, Michael Queenan, Tyler Griffin, Hope Johnston, Ashley Gotch, Mia Sadlouskos, and Lara McDougall. Holy Communion is the second of seven sacraments beginning with Baptism, and a time of joy and celebration as young boys and girls receive the Eucharist for the first time.

Photography by Bernadette Queenan

TCMS among the world’s best
May 09, 2012
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STAMFORD--Trinity Catholic Middle School sixth graders tied for second place in the competition for the 2012 International Online Rube Goldberg Machine Contest. The results of the competition were announced on May 1.

Assumption School raises money for March of Dimes
May 09, 2012
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FAIRFIELD--The Student Council at Assumption Catholic School organized a service project during Lent to benefit the March of Dimes. The Student Council gave each student a box and asked them to collect spare change throughout the Lenten season. All grades, pre-k3 through eight, participated and the students raised $1,037.00 towards the March of Dimes. Student Council members, (l-r) Ivan Whyte, Daniel Gardella, Lina Vivo and Jillian Cass.

Shepherds student becomes mentor
May 08, 2012
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As the spiritual leader of the Diocese of Bridgeport, Bishop William Lori has acted as a “shepherd” for many in his flock. Dedicated to providing educational opportunities to those less fortunate, Bishop Lori has been a supporter of the Shepherds Program, an independent, nondenominational non-profit organization whose mission is to provide financial assistance and guidance to qualifying candidates, opening the doors to deserving inner city youth and offering them brighter futures. Nancy Forvil, 26, a former Shepherds
student, shares a special bond with the Church leader.