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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

FREE WOMEN’S CARDIAC SCREENING AT “TAKE HEART” FAIR - Sat., June 1 from 8am-12noon.  Women of all ages are invited; Hawley Conference Center, St. Vincent’s, 2800 Main Street, Bridgeport.  Cholesterol, blood sugar, blood pressure and vital sign screenings, body composition evaluation, nutrition assessment, fitness assessment, lifestyle changes and appropriate formulation of an action plan through goal setting.  Women will have access to Framingham Risk scores which help to determine potential development of heart disease in the next ten years. Space is limited; Appointments required. To make appointment call 203-576-6119.  Info www.stvincents.org/takeheart

APPRECIATION DINNER - ALL CLDS: (DRE's, Youth ministers and Adult formation leaders (RCIA coordinators) to be held Wed., June 5 from 6:30-9pm at Our Lady of the Assumption Parish, 545 Stratfield Rd., Fairfield.  RSVP to: Carmela Setti at (203) 416-1623 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).  For flyer click here

ACTS MEN’S RETREAT June 6–9, encourages men to grow in their relationship with Jesus.  Adoration, Community, Theology and Service. Scripture and teachings of the Catholic Church are the guides. Renew yourself spiritually, strengthen your faith and its application in your daily life, and create lasting and supporting friendships. $200pp at Immaculata Retreat House, Willimantic, CT Registration at: www.actsct.org. Contact: Don O’Mara: 914-403-7956 Dave Ryan, Director: 860-620-4629

ST. ANTHONY FEAST at St. Margaret Shrine, 2523 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, Fri., June 7 from 6-11pm, Sat., June 8 from 2-11pm, and Sun., June 9 from 1-10pm.  The Feast supports our beautiful Shrine. Delicious Italian Food, Family Friendly Fun, entertainment, rides and a raffle.  On Sun., June 9 special outdoor Mass at 11am followed by a Procession in honor of St. Anthony.  Please come and support the only Shrine in the Diocese of Bridgeport.

TAG SALE by The Women of St. Stephen Parish, 6948 Main St., Trumbull on Sat., June 8 from 9am-4pm in the church hall. A wide assortment of household items, jewelry, books, CDs, clothing, games and toys. www.ststephentc.org or (203) 268-6217.

MASS IN HONOR OF THE IMMACULATE HEART OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY FEAST DAY will be held on June 8 at 9:30am at St. Emery's Church, 838 Kings Hwy. East, Fairfield.  Mass celebrant Fr. Norman Guilbert.  For info call (203) 255-8801

HOSPICE CARE "What You Should Know" at St. Mary Church, 669 West Ave., Norwalk on June 8 at 10am.  Guest speaker Sr. Suzanne, Director of Franciscan Hospice Center. For info call (203) 847-5727 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

SECOND ANNUAL CELEBRATION OF MARRIAGE MASS sponsored by The Knights of Columbus, Assembly 107 at St. Margaret Shrine, 2539 Park Ave, Bridgeport, Sun. June 9, 11am. If you celebrated your marriage vows or had your wedding photographs taken at The Shrine, you are invited to participate in this Mass.  RSVP by May 26. For info call Art 203-345-3244.

MOVIE NIGHT at the Catholic Center, 238 Jewett Ave., Bridgeport on June 10 at 7pm.  Showing "The Human Experience".  Stop by for movie, refreshments and fellowship.  $5pp.  RSVP .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).  For details click here.

MASS FOR HEALING & HOPE at Christ the King Parish, 4700 Madison Ave., Trumbull on June 10 at 7:30pm.

SUMMER SPORTS CAMPS (Gr. 9-12) Future Stars Sports Academy will be conducting summer sports camps at St. Joseph High School and The Rinks at Shelton (The Sports Center) June 24-Aug. 16; register by June 10. The camps at St. Joseph include boys and girls lacrosse, boys and girls basketball, football, baseball, cheerleading, boys and girls soccer and softball. For information or to register go to www.futurestarsportsacademy.com, print a registration form, and mail with a check to Future Stars 21 Captains Watch, Shelton, Ct. 06484. Questions, call 203-926-6822.

CELEBRATE FEAST OF ST. ANTHONY at Our Lady of Peace Church, 230 Park Blvd., Stratford on June 13 & 14 at 6:30pm.  Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, a talk and close with Benediction.  For info call (203) 377-4863 or www.ourladyofpeacestratfordct.4lpi.com

COUNTRY AND CLASSIC POP CONCERT by CantiamoCHOIR to benefit DVCC Domestic Violence Crisis Center and CWF Center for Women and Families. Concert held on Fri., June 21 at 7:30pm at Westport Town Hall Auditorium. Featuring music by:  Dolly Parton, John Denver, Neil Diamond and more. Reception after concert.  Suggested donation: $15. Ticket reservations at: www.artsforthecommunity.org. For more info contact Marlane Tubridy at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or (203) 454-9023.

"A TASTE OF GOD'S GRACE" Catholic Women's Retreat will be held on Sat., June 22 from 9am-4pm at the Holiday Inn of Danbury/Bethel.  Featuring guest speakers Donna-Marie Cooper O'Boyle and Allison Gingras.  $35pp includes lunch.  Group of 10 or more $30pp.  Register online at www.tasteofgodsgrace.eventbrite.com.  Click here for flyer.

GOLF CLASSIC FOR NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL Fairfield - In Memory of Bob Shea Golf Outing on Mon., June 24 at the Redding Country Club, Redding. Entry Fee $200 per player; $800 per foursome.  Includes 18 holes of golf (scramble format) with cart, on-course cold beverages, tournament gifts, raffle prizes, BBQ lunch, silent auction, 2 hour open bar with hor d'oeuvres, buffet dinner and individual and team awards. For info Theresa Marzik at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or 203-372-6521 ext. 38.

CALLING ALL TEENS! SUMMER VOCATION DAYS (June 25-26) is a two-day event for high school students that helps them explore their vocations—either to marriage, priesthood, or the religious life.  It’s a dynamic event that combines games and fun with a healthy Catholic spirituality.  Participants get to meet seminarians, priests, religious sisters and brothers.  There has been a great turnout the past few years so be sure to register early!  Parents are invited to attend Mass on Wed.,June 26 at 5:30pm., followed by dinner.  $25 registration fee.  Details and registration www.bridgeportvocations.org.

June 25 – 9am to 4pm, Breakfast and lunch provided

June 26 – 9am to 7:30pm, Breakfast, lunch, and dinner provided

CATHOLIC RECORDING ARTIST MATT MAHER is performing Wed., June 26 at 8pm at the Ridgefield Playhouse.  Matt Maher is a world-renowned Catholic musician who has worked with Grammy award winning Christian arttists.  To purchase tickets go to www.ridgefieldplayhouse.org.

TRIP TO LITTLE ITALY IN PROVIDENCE, RI sponsored by St. Theresa’s Seniors on Wed., July 10. Trip includes Scallo’s Bakery, lunch at Gepetto’s Pizzeria, five course meal, Venda’s Ravioli Emporium to shop for fine Italian foods, and a riding tour of Providence.  $75pp; payment due by June 1. For reservations call 203-268-8256.

TRIP TO ITALY & MEDJUGORJE June 23-July 5, 2013.  For info contact: Fr. Marcel Saint-Jean or Nick Pavia, St. Mary's Rectory, 566 Elm Street, Stamford, CT 06902, 203-434-7208.  For details click here

45TH ANNUAL BASKETBALL CAMP at Notre Dame High School, 24 Ricardo St., West Haven July 1-3, 5, 8-11.  Ages 7-13 from 8:45-11:30am; Ages 13-16 from Noon-3pm emphasizing skill improvement, games, and contests.  Run by Notre Dame head basketball coach Gary Palladino at the Notre Dame Gym.  Cost $235pp.  Two-child discount of $400.  Other family and team discounts are available. To register, send check to Gary Palladino, 15 Lake Street, West Haven, CT 06516.  To contact Coach Palladino call 203-933-1673 x225 or email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)  or website www.notredamehs.com.

MOVIE NIGHT at the Catholic Center, 238 Jewett Ave., Bridgeport on July 16 at 7pm.  Featuring "In Her Footsteps: The Story of Kateri Tekakwitha".  All welcome!  Stop by for movie, refreshments and fellowship. $5pp. RSVP .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).  For details click here.

MOVIE NIGHT at the Catholic Center, 238 Jewett Ave., Bridgeport on Aug. 12 at 7pm.  Showing nationally famous "Courageous".  All welcome!  Stop by for movie, refreshments and fellowship.  $5pp.  RSVP .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).  For details click here.

CARNIVAL OF FUNat St Catherine of Siena, 4 Riverside Ave., Riverside Aug. 13-17. This year marks the 100th anniversary of the parish and the Carnival will be better than ever.  The raffle car this year is a white BMW. Tickets $25 each are available after Masses and at the rectory.

 

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