This year, like in the past few years, the Knights of Columbus will not be collecting canned or dry goods. Instead, we will be accepting monetary donations only. The collection will start Thanksgiving weekend. The Knights will do a matching funds process matching up to $750 for all the money collected from the parish. The proceeds will be donated to the SafeNet Ministries Inc. in January. Marked envelopes are in the pews and can be dropped into any collection basket during mass through the end of December or dropped off at the Parish Office. To assist us in this process we ask that donations be in cash or checks (made out to “K of C Council 1395”). The Knights of Columbus thank you in advance for any donation you can make.
Reflections on the Little Blue Book
Many use the Little Blue Books for prayer and reflection during Advent. We invite you to join us in discussing these reflections beginning this coming Monday, November 28th, and continuing each Monday evening throughout Advent. We will meet at 6:00 p.m. in the Hall Meeting Room.
Advent Evening of Prayer
Based on the O Antiphons (which form the basis of the hymn O Come Emmanuel) we will hold an evening of prayer on Wednesday, December 14th at 6:30 p.m. in the church.
What does the Bible say about the Eucharist? With Sr. Elissa Rinere, C.P.
For those of you who were unable to join us for this seminar, Sr. Elissa provided us with a link to the recording of this moving and informative presentation.
This 2-part series covers the importance of the Eucharist from its Scriptural beginnings.
Part 1. Join Sr. Elissa Rinere, C.P. in the Scripture Seminar about the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist.
What does the Bible say about the Eucharist? Part 1
Part 2. Join Sr. Elissa Rinere, C.P. as she discussed how the liturgy bears a resemblance to the Gospel story of the Road to Emmaus.
What does the Bible say about the Eucharist? Part 2
The Parish of St. Edward the Confessor is pleased to welcome you to our website. If you need additional information, please call the Church Office at 860-684-2705 or send us an email through "Contacts" and with God's help, we will gladly assist you with all your religious needs!
OUR MISSION
The Parish Family of St. Edward the Confessor, a Roman Catholic faith community, strives to be the living expression of Christian faith in our worship and in our community by welcoming all who seek to enrich their relationship with our one true God - Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
Children Who Suffer
We pray for children who are suffering, especially those who are homeless, orphans, and victims of war; may they be guaranteed access to education and the opportunity to experience family affection.
St. Edward Parish Council is sponsoring another raffle, just in time for Christmas.
First Prize: $500 worth if fuel oil (local delivery)
Secone Prize: $250 Big Y Gift Card
Tickets are $20 each and only a limited number are being sold. The drawing will be held December 11th at coffee and donuts after Mass.
Tickets are being sold after Mass, or they can be purchased be calling the Parish Office at (860)684-2705 or Agnes Zabek at (860)684-5946.
Thank you everyone for suporting St. Edward Church. These much needed proceeds go towrs fuel and urgent maintenance expenses.
Please join in welcoming our new organist, Mr. John Bundeff! Mr. Bundeff has a strong musical background and has been playing for many years. It is great to hear the organ again in Mass. Now retired, John and his wife are Stafford residents. Come up to the choir loft and say hello!
Many thanks to those who worked so hard to provide us with the worshipful music while we searched for an organist, especially Nicole Ladd and Judi Parady.
MANY THANKS!
To all who contributed to our Winter Clothing Drive for Cornerstone in Rockville, thank you! The collected items will be distributed by Cornerstone to those they serve - the homeless, the poor, those trying to get back on their feet.
May God bless you for your generosity and care for the poor.
Prayerfully,
St. Clare Fraternity, Secular Franciscans
Volunteers from the parish have developed a new Parish Mission Statement, based on the comments from the sharing sessions, which has been reviewed and accepted by the Parish Council. The Mission Statement, along with this summary, will be presented to the Parish on the weekend of December 3 & 4, 2022.
St. Edward the Confessor Parish Mission Statement
Blessed by the grace of God and nurtured by the Eucharist as we walk in the footsteps of Jesus Christ, our mission as the Roman Catholic Church of St. Edward the Confessor is to support the spiritual needs of our community. We engage in outreach guided by the Holy Spirit, using our time, talent, and treasure to serve God's people.
Summary of Walking Together Sharing Sessions
The Parish Council has reviewed the comments from our Walking Together Sharing Sessions and has approved the summary of the findings listed below. Much greater detail of the findings will be given in a written report to the parish in January 2023.
The Positive:
The Challenges:
Visions for the Future:
We realize that a summary cannot adequately describe the depth of the comments from the sharing sessions. Again, we will be providing a more expansive narrative of the findings in January 2023. In the meantime, if you have any questions, please see one of the Walking Together committee members.
We appreciate your involvement in and prayers for our Walking Together initiative to invigorate our parish. This journey will continue with your help.
Prayerfully submitted,
The Walking Together Team
Andrea Broer, Sandy Comarella, Joanne Deskus, Zofia Fitzgerald, Corinne Lorenzet, Laurel Stark
A concern that came up frequently in our sharing sessions was the need for more spiritual opportunities as well as faith formation for adults. Many use the Little Blue Books for prayer and reflection during Advent. We invite you to join us in discussing these reflections beginning this coming Monday, November 28th, and continuing each Monday evening throughout Advent. We will meet at 6:00 p.m. in the Parish Center.
We hope that you will join us for either (or both!) of these opportunities as we enter prayerfully into the Advent season.
For your convenience, the Parish Census can still be accessed at:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1yxqnXCLgLX63L525hb_W3srsNmIF3JXjC1Eah1wA454/edit?chromeless=1
On Saturday, November 26th the Knights of Columbus Council 1395 erected the creche in preparation for the coming of the Lord.
A REMINDER FOR THOSE WHO CANNOT ATTEND MASS IN PERSON: Mass is televised daily at 10:00 a.m. on both WCCT-TV (WB20) and WCTX-TV (MyTV9). Mass is also available throughout the day on EWTN. Live-stream Mass is also available widely on the Internet, at sites such as Bishop Robert Barron’s “Word on Fire” (www.wordonfire.org/daily-mass). Most on-line Masses are available to watch at your convenience.
DIOCESE OF NORWICH NEWS AND EVENTS
PROJECT RACHEL ROSARY - Please join the Office of Faith Events staff online the third Tuesday of each month as we pray the Project Rachel Rosary for an end to abortion and healing for those who have been involved in an abortion. Contact Liza Roach at [email protected] to receive a link for the Rosary.
HOPE AND FAITH VIDEO SERIES - Let the Office of Faith Events brighten your Wednesday mornings by signing up for the weekly Hope and Faith video series. Throughout the year be inspired with varied reflections on Lent, Advent, the Saints, Gratitude and much MORE! There are two easy ways to receive our weekly video… Simply send your e-mail to [email protected] Or have the videos sent right to your cell phone by texting @lentvid to #81010.
Additional events and legal notices are listed under the Diocese Menu Tab.
GARDEN ANGELS NEEDED - A great big THANK YOU to our gardening Angels Joe & Agnes Zabik, Tony Mitta, and their many Gardening Angels for all their hard work in the multiple flower gardens on the church property. The garden looked great all summer thanks to you.
We can always use more Volunteers! If interested please call the church office.
PARISH COUNCIL NEWS - The Saint Edward Parish Council is seeking nominees for the positions of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary as well as additional new members. Our next meeting will be November 8 at 6:30 p.m. in the Parish Center. All are welcome to attend. If you are interested in one of these roles or would like additional information, please contact Stephen Kelley at [email protected] or by phone at 860-810-8096. Become a leader in our Parish Community!!
PLEASE ACCESS THE CURRENT LEGAL DOCUMENTS AND SAFE ENVIRONMENT INFORMATION FROM THE DIOCESE OF NORWICH UNDER THEIR MENU ITEM ON THIS WEBSITE.
RCIA - ARE YOU…OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW…SEEKING to know Jesus better and become a full member of His Church? LOOKING TO EXPLORE or HAVE QUESTIONS about what this means? Then… RCIA is for YOU…
We also provide instruction for adults who would like to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation. For information please contact Corinne Lorenzet (phone: 860-684-2666 or email: [email protected]) or contact the Parish Office at 860-684-2705.
