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ST. JEROME CHURCH
23 Half Mile Road Norwalk, CT 06851 ~ 203-847-5349
PENTECOST SUNDAY JUNE 4, 2017
SABBATH MASSES
Saturday 4:00 PM E.S.T. & 4:30 PM D.S.T.
Sunday 8:00 AM
9:15 AM Young Children's Mass
11:00 AM
6:00 PM Teen Mass
DAYS OF OBLIGATION
Vigil 7:00 PM
Holy Day 9:00 AM, 7:00 PM
WEEKDAY MASSES
Mon-Sat 9:00 AM
HOW TO FIND US……
Parish Website:
www.stjeromenorwalk.org
Parish Email: [email protected]
REACH email: [email protected]
Parish Facebook:
St. Jerome Norwalk
REACH & TOTAL Facebook:
REACH St.Jerome
Parish Twitter: @StJeromeNorwalk
REACH & TOTAL Twitter:
@REACHstjerome
Instagram:
reach.total.stjerome
PASTORAL STAFF
203-847-5349
Rev. David Blanchfield, Pastor
Rev. Rojin Zacharias K.M., Parochial Vicar
Rev. Michael Hoag, S.J., Weekend Assistant
Deacon Dean Finch • 203-847-6397
PARISH OFFICE
203-847-5349
Mrs. Pat Florio, Secretary
Office Hours, Mon-Fri 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION (REACH)
203-846-2111
Mrs. Kathy Coyne, DRE
Mrs. Natalie Raduazzo
Mrs. Kathy Rohr
YOUTH MINISTRY (TOTAL)
Joe and Daniela OʼCallaghan
203-847-0321
MUSIC MINISTRY
203-847-5349
Mr. Donald Nelson
Mrs. Joan McFarland
PARISH COUNCIL CHAIRPERSON
Robert Yap • 203-246-7447
FINANCE COUNCIL
Jerry Holdridge • 203-966-3658
ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL
203-847-3881 Pre K—Grade 8
139 West Rocks Road
Norwalk, CT 06851
Mrs. Linda Dunn, Principal
FAITH DIRECT—ONLINE GIVING
866-507-8757 www.faithdirect.net
Sign up using our church code: CT46, or
by mailing a paper enrollment form available in
the parish office. Also available on our website at
www.stjeromenorwalk.org/Faith-Direct-
enrollment.pdf
MISSION STATEMENT
We the people of St. Jerome Parish, a Ro-
man Catholic community, proclaim our
belief in the message and mission of Jesus
Christ. As disciples of Jesus we are called
to proclaim the Kingdom of God and to
work for its values in the local community
and beyond. We are committed to: wor-
ship, religious education, shared faith and
service. We welcome all people with re-
spect, acceptance and support.
Parish Staff
Altar Flowers
Altar Flowers may be memorialized for a donation
of $50. Please call the Parish Office several
months prior to your desired date.
Adoration & Silent Prayer
Every day between 4:00PM and 5:00PM.
Contemplative Prayer
Wednesday evening at 7:00 PM.
Come spend some quiet time with the Lord.
Widows’ Support Group
Meets at 9:30AM on the second Thursday of the
month in the Kevin Eidt Youth Room.
Perpetual Novena
Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal takes place
each Monday following morning Mass
Rosary & Divine Mercy Prayers
Monday through Saturday after daily Mass
Baptisms Please call the parish office to
schedule.
Required Pre-Baptism Please contact
Deacon Dean Finch at 203-847-6397 to arrange.
Class is required for the first child baptized at
St. Jerome.
Reconciliation One hour before vigil on
Saturday. Also anytime by appointment.
Marriages Please contact the Rectory at least
six months in advance.
Anointing of the Sick takes place on the first
Wednesday of each month, immediately following the
9:00 AM Mass, in the sanctuary. Anyone with an
ongoing medical condition or who is seriously ill,
anticipating a medical procedure or operation, is
welcome to come.
Gluten Free Hosts are available at all Masses. If
you require a gluten-free host, please see the
officiating priest before Mass.
Bringing up the Gifts at Mass If the Mass
intention has been requested by you or for your loved
ones, and you would like to bring up the Gifts at the
Offertory, please let the ushers know that you are
present and would like to bring up the gifts.
6/3 9:00 am Anna Ferreri
(Esty Tucci, Daughter)
VIGIL FOR SUNDAY
4:30 pm Carol Messing
(family)
PENTECOST SUNDAY
6/4 8:00 am Antonio Bonaddio
(Rentas family)
9:15 am Michael Chuba, Sr.
(Chuba family)
11:00 am Vincenzo Iannone, Jr.
(family)
6:00 pm Giuseppe, Salvatore,
& Josephine Giglio
(wife & daughter-in-law)
6/5 9:00 am for the People
6/6 9:00 am Richard Serna & Lena Scianna
(Rosalind)
6/7 9:00 am Lucia Sharpe
(Brancato family)
6/8 9:00 am Sam & Susan Testa
(family)
6/9 9:00 am Robert Mulligan (6th Ann.)
(family)
6/10 9:00 am Frank Eula
VIGIL FOR SUNDAY
4:30 pm Anthony & Theresa Finelli
(Grandson, Mark Delgado)
THE MOST HOLY TRINITY
6/11 8:00 am Raymond Surapine
(Jack O’Melia)
9:15 am Anita & Francis Paterno
(Suzanne & Tom Calnon)
11:00 am Mary Galipo
(Florence & Dan Loch)
6:00 pm Angelo Bergamasco
(Riobo family)
THE FACE OF PRAYERF.Are
you the face of prayer? Are you
willing to pray with Bishop Cag-
giano every day? Join the move-
ment. Text a selfie, your prayer
intention, or simply the word “pray” to 55778 and
join in the journey as we learn more about the
power of prayer.
Today is Pentecost Sunday, the birthday of the Church. Here at St. Jerome Church we
have much to celebrate. This is a community with strong lay involvement. Just last week
we saw that strength in an election of new Pastoral Council members from a list of 17
strong candidates. On Saturday June 3
rd
, we will see another sign of strength: the 20
th
Annual Parish Raffle.
As I write this, we are ahead of last year and even the weather looks like it will help out.
Both my trusted weather apps predict sunshine. The raffle committee led by Karen
Christensen, John Kuczo, and Missy Ely has sprung into action, and with lots of team-
work, everything will be perfect.
It is with sadness, however, that I inform you that Karen and her family will be moving to
Texas, shortly after the picnic. As regular readers know, I talk about the “twelve”, my key
lay leaders who devote enormous energy and talent to the parish. I call them the twelve
though sometimes it is really the “twenty five”.
There is enormous devotion to St. Jerome and the work of the kingdom in this parish.
One of the “twelve” is Karen Christensen. She has done so much for us. Her move will
be a loss to the parish, not only of a hard worker, but of one who seeks the good of oth-
ers without asking anything in return. We will miss her and I will miss her. Her parents
Ralph and Terri Fredericks will also be moving to Florida, so in one swoop we lose five
faithful parishioners. Change is supposed to be good, but in this case I am not so sure.
Our thanks and praise go with Jeff, Karen and their son Tyler as they go forth. Their
family will always be in the hearts.
Enjoy Pentecost Sunday and give thanks for the gift of the Holy Spirit who binds us all
together whether we are near of far.
THIS WEEK AT ST. JEROME…….
Sunday 6/4
Monday 6/5 Women’s Scripture Group 9:30 AM
Altar Server Training #1 - 7:00 PM
Tuesday 6/6 RCIA 7:00 PM
Wednesday 6/7 Contemplative Prayer 7:00 PM
Women’s Scripture Group 7:30 PM
Thursday 6/8
Friday 6/9
Saturday 6/10 Men’s Ministry 7:00 AM
WEEKLY OFFERTORY SUMMARY
May 21, 2017 $3,070
May total to date $41,651
May offertory budget $47,000
As always, thank you for your
generous support of the parish.
World War I:
Beyond the
Front Lines
The Knights of Colum-
bus Museum in New
Haven recently opened ‘World War I: Beyond the
Front Lines’, an exhibition exploring America’s in-
volvement in the “Great War” including the K of
C’s Catholic outreach to servicemen at home and
abroad. The museum, located at 1 State Street in
New Haven, is open 10-5 daily. Admission and
parking are free. More information can be found at
kofcmuseum.org.
Catholic Charities of Fairfield County “Donation
Angel ” Car Donat ion P rogram
We will tow your vehicle away absolutely free! Do-
nate a portion of the proceeds from the sale of
your un-wanted car, van, truck, motorcycle, RV or
boat directly to Catholic Charities of Fairfield
County. You will receive full fair market value for
your donation as an IRS tax deduction. Donation
Angel is a nationwide service, so even if your ve-
hicle is far away from Fairfield County, it can still
support Catholic Charities of Fairfield County.
We pray for those who bravely serve our country
in the military and those deployed in dangerous
locations. Thank God for those who have re-
turned home safely. Our service people include:
Spec. Jason Kulik, United States Army
PFC Andrew Chimento, United States Army
PFC Devon Barker, United States Army
LCpl. Jack H. Whitney, USMC
‘ M i d n i g h t R u n ’ D o n a t i o n s
The Midnight Run program provides various do-
nated items to homeless individuals in NYC on a
monthly basis. St Phillips coordinates the pro-
gram in our area. We can help by donating clean
clothing items in good condition. (Please no
ripped or dirty items.) GREATEST NEED - Men’s
clothing such as; socks, t-shirts in medium to ex-
tra large, baseball hats, shoes sizes 9-12, sneak-
ers or work boots, sweatshirts, jeans sizes 32-40
waist, and button down shirts. Other items
needed are toiletries, deodorant, soaps, wash
cloths, toothbrushes, toothpaste and shampoo.
These items can be dropped off at St. Phillips
anytime under the car port located by the Office
entrance on the far side of the building. Please
be sure to mark the bag or box with the name
“ M I D N I G H T R U N I T E M S ” .
Thank you for considering helping those individu-
als in need.
TWEETS OF THE WEEK
@Pontifex “Christian joy comes from
the Holy Spirit, who gives us true
freedom and the gift of bringing Jesus
to our brothers and sisters.”
@BishopCaggiano “What are we doing to
drown out the words of hatred, division and fear
with our own words of gratitude, thankfulness
and praise?”
@JameMartinSJ “Gospel: What does it mean
to find peace in Jesus? To trust that following
his path leads to joy and eternal life. And to
know he is near.”
WANT TO BE AN ALTAR SERVER?
We are looking for new altar servers.
Any child that has received their First
Communion is welcome to train as an
altar server.
Training will be held two Mondays,
June 5 & 12 at 7:00 PM. Children
must attend both sessions.
Any questions, please contact Kathy Rohr at
• TOTAL graduation is scheduled for Sunday,
June 11. All high school seniors and their
families are invited to a special Mass and din-
ner that evening starting at 6:00. Please email
Daniela with the number of family members
attending.
• The 9
th
grade Confirmation retreats have been
scheduled for Friday, June 23 and Monday,
June 26. All incoming 10
th
graders must at-
tend one day to fulfill Confirmation require-
ments.
• Photos from the Fourteen Steps are up!!
Please stop by and check out the TOTAL bul-
letin board. Thanks to Jack O’Melia for his
great photos.
As the dust settles on REACH 2016-17, I am al-
ways so grateful that we have made it through
another year. I am indebted for the many people
who step up and volunteer each week to help
with the varied tasks that keep our program run-
ning so well - the catechists and co-catechists
and classroom helpers, especially Clare and
Elizabeth Beggan, our faithful first grade assis-
tants. In addition, those who helped in the office,
the hall monitors, and those who provided baked
goods every week. After the busyness of the
morning and the classrooms cleared out every
week, three wonderful volunteers would appear -
Greg Arpino and Dennis and Susan Kaiser.
They put away our tables and chairs, sweep, re-
move trash, and leave everything ready for Mon-
day morning. I’m also thankful for our evening
helpers - 7th grade Annalisa Breisler and 8th
grade Donna Gasparro and Maria Roach were
always there to help Fr. Dave and Fr. Rojin.
Finally, many thanks to all of our families - stu-
dents, moms, dads, grandparents, uncles, aunts,
friends, neighbors for being part of our REACH
family at St. Jerome each week.
If you have not yet responded to the 2017 Annual
Catholic Appeal, please set aside a moment to
prayerfully consider a gift amount that your
means will permit. Be assured that the Lord
knows what is in your heart and how you share
your gifts. Your gift can also be made by tex-
ting “Sharing” to 50555. Must be 18 years of
age or older to participate.
Notre Dame, Fairfield
Bacon and Brew Fest
(21 and over event)
Saturday, 6/10/17
Noon—4:00 PM
An afternoon of beer sam-
pling, live music, food and
fun! We are looking for food
truck vendors as well as
groups and individuals to participate in the their 1st
Annual Bacon Cookoff! Calling all local firehouses,
police stations, church groups, civic organizations,
restaurants, etc. Let's see if you have the winning
bacon-themed dish! Please contact Notre Dame HS
at [email protected] for more information about
the Bacon and Brew Fest and the Bacon Cookoff.
Tickets can be purchased on line at https://
ndbaconandbrew.eventbrite.com.
PARISH LOST & FOUND
We have many items that have been
found this year. Most are located in
the basket in the back of church. In
addition, a package with an Easter
card (written in Greek) has been
found and is in the office. Please be
sure to check for your lost items!!
REACH & TOTAL TUITION
Balances overdue!
All outstanding tuition balances for the REACH/
TOTAL 2016-2017 school year are now past due.
Please submit your payment to the REACH office
ASAP to settle your accounts. Contact Kathy Coyne
or Daniela O’Callaghan if there are any financial con-
cerns at this point.
Tuition is part of our operating budget and your pay-
ments help keep our parish sound. Please submit
your tuition payment today.