SATURDAY EVENING

8:30M Laurent A. Caron, Sr. and Laurent L. Caron, Jr. (Robert and Carolyn Caron)

The SANCTUARY LAMP burns this week in memory of Laurent A. Caron, Sr. and Laurent L. Caron at the request of Robert and Carolyn Caron

Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord; Let Your perpetual light shine upon them forever.

MASS AT REGENCY HOUSE will be celebrated on Monday, February 26, 10:00 AM. Volunteers who assist the residents to and from Mass are asked to please be at the home no later than 9:45 AM.

“PAINTING PARTIES”- BUILDING AND MAINTENANCE COMMITTEE invites those who would like to volunteer their time to meet in the church hall between the hours of 6:00 and 9:00 PM on any, or all of the following dates: Monday, February 26; Wednesday, February 28; Thursday, March 1; Monday, March 5 and Thursday, March 8. Anyone having any questions is asked to call Marty Cassella, 269-1913 or Bob Selmecki, 269-1389. At the end of each scheduled “painting party” a light supper (soup, sandwiches, pasta, stew, etc.) is served to the workers. Anyone wishing to prepare and serve something is asked to please call Judy Cassella, 269-1913, for available dates.

PRE-BAPTISM CLASSES – Baptism classes help prepare first time parents (and others) for bringing their child up in the faith. Classes are held on the last Tuesday of each month, with few exceptions. The next class is scheduled for Tuesday, February 27, at 7:00 PM in the Church Hall. Parents or soon-to-be-parents MUST BE REGISTERED MEMBERS OF HOLY TRINITY PARISH. Those wishing to attend a Tuesday class must call the rectory to register, 269-8791.

ARTS & CRAFTS WORKSHOPS FOR THE BAZAAR COUNTRY STORE will take place on Monday, February 26 and Monday, March 5 in the Church Hall; or IN YOUR OWN HOME should you want to work at home. If you can sew, cut, glue, etc, then your help is needed. Call Donna Mierjewski, Coordinator, at 265-0881. Anyone who has any ideas for crafts that can be made and sold at the bazaar is asked to please bring a sample to the workshop.

ANNUAL ZITI FUNDRAISER (hosted by the Hospitality Committee) will benefit St. Francis Home for Children this year. The Dinner will be served on Wednesday, March 7^th in the Church Hall from 6-7:30 PM. Tickets will be on sale after Masses this weekend and the weekend of March 3-4. Tickets are: $5 for adults and $2 for children 4-9 (children 3 and under are free). Tickets can also be purchased at the rectory during office hours.

MENU: Garden salad, ziti in meat sauce, meatballs, bread and butter, cake, coffee, tea and soda (served buffet style).

LADIES, DEEPEN YOUR EXPERIENCE OF CHRIST’S PASSION THIS LENTEN SEASON BEGINNING MARCH 1

Please join us for a Lenten Gospel Reflection on Thursday evenings beginning March 1 for four consecutive weeks. The group will meet at the Parish Center from 7-8 PM. Suggested donation of $10 per person to pay for materials. Invite a friend and then please register by calling Michele Desjardins 679-0437 or Heather Voccola 949-1894. Hope to see you there!

CHOWDER POT FRIDAYS will take place on Fridays during Lent at 12:35 PM (following the 12:05 PM Mass). Christians In Action Committee members invite everyone to spend this time enjoying a FREE warm delicious lunch (Clam Chowder; and Cream of Broccoli or Tomato soup; crackers, bread and butter and beverage and dessert) and the company of some great people. This has become an annual tradition in the parish. Make it a weekly Lenten mini-retreat of Mass and lunch. SEE YOU on Friday, March 2!

“NEW DAY” / OUR PARISH BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP will get together on Wednesday, March 7. The meeting begins at 7:00 PM at the Parish Center . If you are experiencing the loss of a loved one, who has passed away recently, or even years ago, please join us in prayer and consolation. Call Eva Colon 294-9398, or Chick Kelman, 265-4546 for more information about the group.

WHAT TEMPTS US AWAY FROM THE REIGN OF GOD? Try this week to live as an example for the young people in your life. Let them see the rewards of living by the Good Spirit. Encourage them in their discernment with your prayers and support. If you feel God is calling you, call Father Al Fontana at the Archdiocesan Vocation Office, St. Thomas Seminary, Bloomfield, CT 1-800-286-7670 or visit the web at www.vocationshartford.org.

YOUTH GROUP (for high school students) will meet at the Parish Center on Sunday, March 4 from 7-8:30 PM. The PPC meeting will be held from 6:00 to 7:00 PM.

A SPECIAL MASS OF REMEMBRANCE (sponsored by the Pro-Life Ministry of the Archdiocese of Hartford ) is an opportunity to remember children who have died as a result of miscarriage, abortion, accident, illness, or violence and is an important way for healing and recognizing the precious gift of life. This Mass of Remembrance will be held on Tuesday, April 24 at 5:30 PM at Corpus Christi Church in Wethersfield . Father James Cronin, Pro-Life Director, will be the main celebrant. All are welcome. Please come and pray.

MAKE THIS LENTEN SEASON SPECIAL

DAILY MASSES DURING LENT:

Monday –Friday 8:30 Am and 12:05 PM

(No 12:05 PM on Saturday) The Rosary is recited before the 8:30 AM Mass

STATIONS OF THE CROSS:

Friday evening at 7:00 PM in English

(Friday evening at 6:00 PM in Spanish)

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION (Confession):

Saturdays at 2:00 PM in the church

DAYS OF ABSTINENCE: (ALL FRIDAYS IN LENT) – All who have reached their 14^th year are bound to abstain totally from meat on the Fridays of Lent.

EASTER DUTY OBLIGATION – All Catholics who have received their First Holy Communion, are bound by obligation of receiving Holy Communion at least once a year, preferably during the Easter Season. Catholics are also bound to confess their sins at least once a year, but this is not limited to the Lenten/Easter Season.

NEW ARCHDIOCESAN DIACONATE CLASS TO BEGIN IN THE FALL – REGISTER BY MARCH 7 !

he Archdiocesan Office of Diaconate Formation is now preparing to admit a new class of candidates for the Diaconate in the fall of 2007. Any Catholic man between the ages of 35-60 who may be interested in the Permanent Diaconate is encouraged to speak to Father Gary or Deacon Gene. Two inquiry sessions will be held at Sacred Heart Church , in Bloomfield ( 26 Wintonbury Avenue ) on Sunday, March 11, and Sunday, March 25 from 2:00-4:00 PM. Both sessions must be attended, and spouses must also attend. Please call the office at 1-860-843-1448, NO LATER THAN MARCH 7 in order to pre-register.

Make your pledge of $50 per person and enjoy a fun-filled evening, while contributing to the education of a young mind. Talk to your friends and make up a table! To obtain a pledge card, call the Religious Education Office at 265-6300.

Students entering grade 1 through 9, in September 2007, MUST BE REGISTERED FOR RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CLASSES on the weekend of March 3 &4. Registration takes place in the church hall following any of the Saturday or Sunday Masses. This includes registration of students, entering the Confirmation Preparation Program, who are presently in grade 8. Payment for religious education classes is due at the time of registration. Registrations received after April 2, 2007 will be charged an additional $5. The fee for students who are registered at Holy Trinity Parish is $40 (for one child), $60 for two (or more children). Students who are parishioners of another parish the fee is $80 per child. Registration fee for students entering the Confirmation Preparation Program is $45 for parishioners and $90 for non-parishioners. This fee also covers the cost of the Confirmation gown rental. Children who are registering for grade 1, or who are new to the program and were not baptized at Holy Trinity, are required to bring a copy of their baptism certificate at the time of registration. Children entering grade 3, who received First Holy Communion in another parish, must also bring a copy of this certificate at the time of registration.

Following all Masses on the weekend of Religious Education Registrations, March 3-4, our Religious Education students invite EVERYONE to the church hall to view their displays. Come see for yourselves just how much time and effort the children and their teachers put into their exhibits out of love for Almighty God and for His Church!

After a short meeting at Noon, the Pot Luck Luncheon will be served at 12:30 PM. If you have any questions or suggestions, please call Jean Albert at 265-2223 or Catherine Zorn at 265-6086.

For complete details call or stop by the rectory during office hours. Please call Peggy and Nick Urbano at 630-9620 to make reservations for a table of 10 or sign-up individually to attend this gala event; or if you have any questions

The Saint Joseph Medal of Appreciation is given by Archbishop Henry J. Mansell each year to a specific volunteer from parishes throughout the Archdiocese of Hartford. This Medal of Appreciation is awarded to an individual who has given outstanding service to the Parish or School Community.

We are happy to announce that Archbishop Mansell will present this year’s Saint Joseph Medal of Appreciation to: Mr. Richard Cassello. Richard is a life long parishioner of Most Holy Trinity Parish. He is a Trustee of Holy Trinity Parish, a member of the Finance Council, Bazaar Committee, Building and Grounds Steering Committee, and had been involved in many other fund raising endeavors and committees of the parish through the years. We are grateful to Richard for his time and talents that he has shared with so many of us and in so many capacities. The Saint Joseph Medal of Appreciation will be presented by Archbishop Mansell on Sunday, March 18, 2007 at 3:00 PM, in Saint Joseph Cathedral in Hartford . Parishioners and friends are cordially invited to attend the ceremony.

NEW MEETING DATE FOR TRINITY LADIES CLUB The TLC meeting (originally scheduled on Thursday, February 22-postponed due to inclement weather) has been re-scheduled for Wednesday, February 28, at 7:00 PM in the church hall. Remember… new members are always welcome, so why not invite a friend??? Following the meeting everyone is invited by FATHER GARY to join him in church for a LENTEN SERVICE. In preparation for our journey through Lent, Father will encourage us to “spiritually” cleanse ourselves so that we may properly celebrate the Promise of the Risen Christ. All members will proceed back down to the hall where a video entitled “A Piece of My Mind” starring comedian, Chonda Pierce, will be shown. Refreshments will be served. (NOTE: The Maintenance Committee will also be working around this meeting in hall and church during this same time.)

CONSIDERING ADOPTION? - Catholic Charities, Inc. is a nonprofit agency that has worked with families to place children in adoptive homes for over 85 years. The agency is looking for flexible and nurturing families who can open their hearts and homes to an infant. If you would like to learn more about adoption, an informational meeting will be held on March 21, 2007 at Catholic Charities, 56 Church Street , Waterbury , from 6:30 to 8:30 PM. Please call Nadine Behmke at 203-755-1196 ext. 110 in the Waterbury/New Haven office or Mary-Beth Dobmeier at 860-257-4335 in the Rocky Hill office to register or if you would like more information. Fees for the adoption program are calculated on a sliding scale. There is no charge for the informational meeting.

“RICE BOWLS” are available at all exits of the church. All adults and children (those who did not receive one either through Holy Trinity School or Religious Education classes) are asked to please make a sacrifice to help the needy. Please participate in this beautiful act of charity and self-sacrifice.