Diocese of Bridgeport

Msgr. Weiss honored
on his 40th Anniversary as a Priest
May 21, 2013
Posted in Local News

NEWTOWN—Being drawn intimately into the joy and suffering of others is one of the greatest gifts of the priesthood, said Msgr. Robert Weiss, at his 40th Anniversary Mass on Pentecost Sunday.

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At Pentecost vigil, pope shares personal stories of his faith
May 20, 2013
Posted in World News

VATICAN CITY (CNS)—With humor and passion, Pope Francis shared highlights of his personal faith journey and explained some key points of his teaching to an enthusiastic crowd of representatives from Catholic lay movements.

“An Evening with Geno Auriemma”
benefit for Shehan Center
May 20, 2013
Posted in Local News

BRIDGEPORT—On Tuesday, May 14, the Cardinal Shehan Center hosted, “An Evening with Geno Auriemma” at Sacred Heart University’s Edgerton Center. The event raised over $25,000 to benefit the center’s After School & Saturday Program”.

May Crowning
May 15, 2013

STRATFORD—St. Mark School in Stratford recently celebrated both a May Crowing and Grandparents and Special Friends Day. Students in grades 2 and 8 professed their devotion to our Holy Mother with flowers.

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HEALING LITURGY on May 23 at 6:30pm at St. Bridget of Ireland Parish, 278 Strawberry Hill Ave., Stamford by Fr. James Molgano, Pastor of St. Martin de Porres Parish in Jensen Beach, FL. For info call (203) 324-2910

CATHOLIC VACATION BIBLE CAMP at St. Theresa Parish in Trumbull June 25-29, registration deadline May 24. 8:45am-12noon for kids entering K-Grade 5. $35 for first child; $25 additional siblings. Volunteers needed for: music, crafts, activities, group leaders, and setup/cleanup. For registration forms, volunteer forms and other info go to: www.sttheresatrumbull.org or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or 203-261-3676.

MEMORIAL DAY MASS sponsored by Knights of Columbus Honor Guard of Cabrini Council #4096 and Assembly #136 at St. Andrews Church, 395 Anton St., Bridgeport on May 26 at 11am. Color corps from the military branches, Boy Scouts of lower Fairfield County, and Knights of Columbus Color Corps in attendance.

ANNUAL MEMORIAL DAY SERVICE MASS at Our Lady of the Assumption Church, 545 Stratfield Rd, Fairfield, Sun., May 26 at 12 noon sponsored by The Knights of Columbus, Assumption Council #11077. Veteran of the American Legion, VFW, Disabled American Vets, National Association of Naval Veterans, Fairfield Police Honor Guard, scouts and Knights of Columbus 4th Degree Honor Guards. A military service honoring the War Dead will be held on parish grounds after Mass. Open to the public. For info Fred Coseglia, 203-371-8181.

CLDB RETREAT: "Becoming an expert on Jesus" with speaker Sr. Alejandra Keen on May 29 from 9am-4pm at St. Mary Parish, 26 Dodgingtown Rd., Bethel. RSVP to .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or (203) 416-1441. Click here for flyer.

FIRST ANNUAL DIABETES HEALTH & RESOURCE FAIR by The Community Diabetes Engagement on Thurs., May 30 from 10am-7pm. Addressing health issues, promotion of wellness, education, disease prevention, and access to care. Held at Baldwin plaza, corner of Broad St. & Fairfield Ave., Bridgeport. Email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). For flyer click here

"NIGHTS ON BROADWAY" featuring Frank Mastrone & Friends held June 1 at 8pm, Edgerton Center at Sacred Heart University, 5151 Park Ave., Fairfield. To benefit Fr. Barry Furey Angel Aid Scholarship fund for Our Lady of Assumption Catholic School. Tickets $50pp, senior citizens & students $25pp. VIP Tickets $100pp. To purchase tickets call 203-334-6271 or www.olacs-fairfield.org for downloadable form.

TAG SALE at St. Margaret Mary Alacoque Parish, 380 Long Hill Ave., Shelton June 1 from 8am-2:30pm. The cost to rent a table inside is $20; to rent parking space to sell from car is $15. Vendors welcome. Food available. Call LuAnn 203-209-2441.

“MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING” a fundraiser for St. Marguerite Bourgeoys Parish, 138 Candlewood Lake Rd., Brookfield on June 1 at 11am (Rain date June 8). Performed by kids ages 4-15 along with St. Marguerite’s very own clergy! Performance followed by an English Low Tea, with tea sandwiches, desserts, and beverages. For info or tickets call 203-521-2390 or E-mail .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) Adults $15; Seniors $10; Children $7 ages 6-12; Children 5 & under free, with a $35 maximum charge per family. Tickets must be purchased in advance; they will not be sold at the door.

“SHRED IT” DAY Sat., June 1 at St. Catherine of Siena Parish, 200 Shelton Rd., Trumbull from 9am-12 noon. BOX IT OR BAG IT. Shred thirty pounds of paper for $10. Drop it off or stay and watch it being shredded. No need to worry about staples, paperclips, or rubber bands. All welcome! Call (203) 377-3133 or www.stcatherinetrumbull.com

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Fairfield Prep’s Mark Giannini
is Gates Millennium Scholar
May 16, 2013

FAIRFIELD—For his leadership, community service and academic achievement, Mark H. Giannini, Fairfield Prep Class of 2013, has been chosen as a Gates Millennium Scholar.

Recognizing responsibility
May 15, 2013
Posted in Local News

STAMFORD—Students from Trinity Catholic Middle School responded with enthusiasm to an essay contest on "The Responsibility of Being Catholic in a Free Society" sponsored by the Knights of Columbus.

Bill Newbauer wins Tuition Raffle at Prep
May 15, 2013
Posted in Local News

FAIRFIELD—Fairfield Prep is pleased to announce Bill Newbauer, Class of '85 alumnus and father of Liam Newbauer (Class of ’16), is the winner of the annual $25,000 Tuition Raffle.

Production provides antidote to bullying
May 15, 2013
Posted in Local News

DANBURY—St. Joseph School has taken on a very serious approach to their Anti-Bullying Campaign. Music Director, Jennifer Doherty has written and directed the school’s annual spring play: “Suddenly Saints”.

Cardinal O’Malley: Gosnell convictions
draw attention to tragedy of abortion
May 15, 2013

WASHINGTON—The chairman of the Committee on Pro-Life Activities of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops called for reflection, greater respect for human life and healing in the wake of the May 13 convictions of Dr. Kermit Gosnell of Philadelphia.

2013 Trinity Catholic Legacy Gala:
An Unforgettable Event 
May 10, 2013
Posted in Local News

DARIEN—306 alumni, parents, clergy, and friends of Trinity Catholic High School experienced an unforgettable evening on May 4th at Water’s Edge at Giovanni’s where the energy was so high, the dance floor was packed before dinner!

Generosity brightens a spring day
May 06, 2013
Posted in Local News

NORWALK—The Brother Knights of St. Matthew Council #14360 Knights of Columbus recent spent a Saturday Morning doing landscaping and yard cleanup work at the Notre Dame Convalescent Home in Norwalk for Sister Marie Lucie Monast, S.S.T.V. and the Sisters of Saint Thomas of Villanova.

Homefront Project Volunteers
May 06, 2013

NORWALK—Volunteers from the St. John Men's Group of Darien and teens from the St. John Youth Group helped repaint a home in Norwalk Saturday, May 4, as part of The Homefront Project.

Forensic Scientist Dr. Henry C. Lee Visits Lauralton Hall
May 06, 2013
Posted in Local News

MILFORD—On April 24th Lauralton Hall’s forensic students had an exciting visit from a world renowned guest speaker, Dr. Henry Lee.

Biomedical students head to Pittsburgh
May 06, 2013
Posted in Local News

PITTSBURGH—This semester, John Cook, deputy superintendent for the Diocese of Bridgeport, took 16 students from the five diocesan high schools to the University of Pittsburgh for an intense weekend of biomedical engineering.

Pope: Unemployment, slave labor go against God's plan, human dignity
May 02, 2013
Posted in World News

VATICAN CITY (CNS)—Pope Francis called for an end to slave labor and human trafficking as well as greater efforts to create dignified work for more people.

Protect Conscience Rights and Religious Liberty:
Urge Congressional Support for H.R. 940
May 01, 2013
Posted in World News

The Obama Administration's contraceptive/ abortifacient/sterilization mandate will begin to be enforced against nonprofit religious schools, charities and health care providers on August 1.

Lowering age limit for single-dose emergency contraception irresponsible, a disappointment, says Bishops’ Pro-Life spokesperson
May 01, 2013

WASHINGTON—The April 30 move by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to approve over-the-counter sale of “Plan B One-Step” to minors 15 years and older is a “disappointment,” said a spokesperson for the Secretariat of Pro-Life Activities of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB).

What does St. Scholastica have to do with Shakespeare? That is the Question!
April 30, 2013
Posted in Local News

BROOKFIELD—To find out the answer, just ask any of St. Scholastica’s Shakespearean Players, who will be performing Much Ado About Nothing as part of a parish fundraiser for St. Marguerite Bourgeoys Parish in Brookfield on June 1 (rain date June 8).

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Confession:
Your Questions Answered
By: Fr. James Martin, SJ

Catholic by Grace:
How do I forgive?
How do I forget?
By: Denise Bossert

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