FOR THE WEEK OF JUNE 16 TO 24

4:00H Joseph Lampo and Anthony Citerella (The Diane & Tony Citerella Family)

9:00H Claire Dreissen (11th anniversary) (Gary and Mary Dreissen and family)

MASS AT REGENCY HOUSE will be celebrated on Monday, June 25, 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.

Just to let you know, the votive candles in front of the Blessed Mother had to be removed during the restoration of the ceiling and the painting of the South Wall. Once the painting is completed the candles will be brought back. Thank you for your understanding.

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

OPTIONS FOR ADOPTION SUPPORT GROUP meets on the third Sunday of the month. Those families who have already adopted or families interested in learning the adoption process are encouraged to attend the next meeting to be held at the Parish Center on Sunday, June 17, from 3:00-5:00 PM. For more information about this group please contact Cathy Chagnon at 284-8616 or Melanie Barbieri at 294-9830.

CHARISMATIC MASS will be celebrated in the church on Monday, June 18th at 7:00 PM. Everyone is invited to attend.

“NEW DAY” / OUR PARISH BEREVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP will get together on June 27. 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.

LIFE IN THE SPIRIT SEMINAR PARTICIPANTS will gather for their next meeting on Wednesday, June 20 in the church hall from 7:30 to 9:00 PM.

PRE-BAPTISM CLASSES – Classes are held on the last Tuesday of each month, with few exceptions. The next class is scheduled for Tuesday, June 26, at 7:00 PM in the Church. 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.

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 on how you can be the next “Lucky One”.

COMMISSIONING OF EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS

The Commissioning and Re-Commissioning of Eucharistic Ministers for Most Holy Trinity Parish will take place on Sunday, June 24, 2007 at the 10:30 A.M. Mass.

Our new Eucharistic Ministers include:

Mary Ann Bertini Philip Perrino Joseph Tenczar

Those to be Re-Commissioned include:

Jean Albert Virginia DeBaise

Ann Dombroski Eileen Goodrich

Kathy Kruczek Salvatore Morganti

Catherine Norrie Pauline Palmero

Lorraine Riley Carole Stackpole

Michael Votto Catherine Zorn

We extend our sincere gratitude to these Eucharistic Ministers for their willingness to serve in this very important ministry of our parish.

PRAYERS FOR SPECIAL INTENTIONS AND PRAYER AND PRAISE MINISTRY – Anyone having a special intention they wish prayed for, privately, is asked to place it in writing (anonymously) before the statue of Blessed Mother. Those who have had their prayers “answered” and wish to share the circumstances with the ministry are also asked to place them in writing (anonymously) before the statue of Blessed Mother. This ministry wishes to “praise the Lord” for His many blessings.

PROUD 2B CATHOLIC FESTIVAL IN FRAMINGHAM , MASSACHUSSETTS, SATURDAY, AUGUST 11, 2007

Get on board for an all day excursion to empower you with the Spirit by shouting from your whole soul… I’M PROUD TO BE CATHOLIC! Please register by calling Maria at the rectory, 269-8791…. We need 54 to get a bus, so call ASAP with your interest.

HELP US KEEP OUR CHURCH CLEAN! Your help is asked in helping us keep our church clean and beautiful. We would ask that you do not bring coffee cups, water bottles and the like into the church. We would also ask that chewing gum be deposited in the proper receptacles. Please do not put chewing gum under the seats or in the missalettes. Parents with children are also asked not to bring food into the cry room. Your help is greatly appreciated. Thank you!

WALK BY FAITH NOT BY SIGHT EUCHARISTIC YOUTH HIKE For Junior High and High School Students The great adventure will begin with a “Survivor” style hike. You and your peers will be separated into small tribes that need to overcome various obstacles. There will be special prizes for the winning tribe, and the hike will conclude with Mass at the top of the mountain. For the feast of the Transfiguration. Where: Sleeping Giant State Park 200 Mount Carmel Avenue, Hamden Date: Monday August 6, 2007 Time: 1:30 PM – 7:30 PM Cost: $10.00 Deadline for registration: July 20, 2007 Space is limited to 75 participants, please register early. For more information please contact Fr. Jeff Gubbiotti at Most Holy Trinity Church , 269-8791 * Please bring bottled water and lunch

COME, JOIN THE ARCHDIOCESAN BIBLE JOURNEY – It’s time to register for Year 1 of the Archdiocesan Catholic Biblical School! This program is intended for adults who wish to meet the Lord in a deeper way through Scripture, and who seek the assistance that a guided journey provides. In both content and companionship the Catholic Biblical School offers an enriching experience that will bring God’s word to life for you! Participants have said that it has changed their lives. The Archdiocesan Office of Religious Education is now taking registration for classes beginning in September, 2007. Registrations will be taken until August 15. Early registration is advised, since the complete registration process takes about two weeks, including mailings. Number and location of classes also depend on registration. For further information, contact Sr. Jewel Renna at the Archdiocesan Office of Religious Education at 860-243-9465.

A GET-AWAY WEEKEND FOR COUPLES!!! Do you need a vacation? Give yourself and your spouse time away from the pressures of work and everyday responsibilities. Enjoy a chance to talk and listen to that special someone who loves you! Enrich your relationship by attending a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend. Upcoming weekends will be July 27-29; September 21-23; and November 9-11, 2007. For more information about Worldwide Marriage Encounter or to register for an upcoming weekend, please contact John and Bev Maley at 203-364-0836 or bjkmaley@aol.com or visit www.wwme.org.

“THERE’S HOPE” – All are welcome. Peer support meeting will be held for those who have lost a loved one through suicide. Meetings will be held at 3:30 PM on the First Sunday of each month at Mary, Our Queen Parish, 248 Savage Street , Plantsville. For further information call the facilitator, Barbara DeSapio at 203-596-7916.

CONNECTICUT VNA HOSPICE will be hosting a volunteer training class this spring/summer. The training will be held at the VNA Wallingford Office located at 33 North Plains Industrial Road . The training teaches many aspects of hospice care, clinical aspects of death and dying, grief and bereavement, spirituality, communication, the role of the volunteer and other topics related to end of life. Volunteers are a vital part of the hospice interdisciplinary team. One of the greatest gifts we can offer to another is the fits of presence, at any time of life, but especially at the end of life. If you would like to learn about hospice and the volunteer program please contact Jolan Szollosi, Volunteer Coordinator at 203-679-5342.

TABOR HOUSE-AIDS PROJECT HARTFORD HOLDS HUGE TAGE SALE on July 13 from 4:00-8:00 PM and July 14th from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM, at the Convent of the Sisters of St. Joseph on Park Road in West Hartford . Last year the event raised 10K to benefit men and women with HIV/AIDS who would otherwise be homeless. Any help that you will be able to give this year would be greatly appreciated!

- A FAMILY PERSPECTIVE - In today’s gospel, compassion, discussion, affection, forgiveness, repentance, listening, story-telling and correction all happened during the meal at the Pharisee’s house. When our hearts, minds and body have been fed, we leave the meal “in peace” Mealtime can be more than self-absorbed eating. Make it a time of nourishing minds and souls, as well as bodies.

THOUGH HER SINS WERE MANY THEY WERE FORGIVEN BECAUSE SHE SHOWED GREAT LOVE. Do we show great love? Do we have the courage to be counted among those who follow Jesus? If you feel Jesus is calling you, call Father Al Fontana at the Archdiocesan Vocation Office, St. Thomas Seminary, Bloomfield, CT 1-860-286-7670 or visit the web at www.vocationshartford.org.

YOU ARE INVITED TO MAKE A PILGRIMAGE TO PUGLIA … LAND OF SAINT “PADRE” PIO

Join Father John Gatzak, Executive Director of the Office of Radio & Television of the Archdiocese of Hartford, on a pilgrimage to Puglia … the Land of Saint “Padre” Pio. Visit Rome and the Vatican . In Puglia , see some of Italy ’s most unspoiled scenery, most fascinating artistic and historical sites, and finest beaches. Visit Pietrelcina… the birthplace of Padre Pio, San Giovanni Rotondo… the Basilica, and pray at the tomb of Padre Pio, Monte Sant’Angelo and pray at the Shrine of Saint Michael the Archangel . Castel del Monte, Trani, Polignano a Mare and Locorotondo. Explore the Trulli of Alberobello. Experience agritourism up close, with an Italian cooking lesson.. Cost per person, double occupancy, from Newark Liberty Int’l is $3,399. Please call Scott or Joan at 203-758-7367 for details or visit ORT online at www.ortv.org and click on Pilgrimages. Reservation deadline is July 15, 2007.

Father Derek Gosciniak, Pastor of St. Bernard Parish in Enfield , Ct. , invites you to join him on an exciting tour of Italy from October 22^nd thru October 31, 2007. The tour will be escorted which will include Rome (with an audience with the Holy Father, Pope Benedict XVI), Foligno, Assisi (Basilica of St. Francis), San Giovanni Rotondo (Padre Pio), Lanciano (Sanctuary of the Eucharistic Miracle), Pompeii, Sorrento, Capri, the Amalfi Coast and Naples. For more information, please contact Father Derek at 860-749-8353.

Join Father Dairo Diaz, Pastor of St. Louis Church in West Haven , CT , on a journey to the Holy Land , from March 2-11, 2008. For more information contact 206TOURS at 1-800-206-TOUR or go to www.206tours.com.

Ever dream of a trip to Italy ? It may be possible. We are planning a ten (10) day adult trip to Italy for next summer (2008). We will be using CHA (Cultural Heritage Alliance), which is the tour group we have used several times in the past. Our tour is called “Wonders of Italy” which includes the Lake District, Verona , Venice , Ravenna , Florence , Perugia , Assisi , Rome and Pompeii .

If you are at all interested, contact one of the following and we would be happy to send you further information: Carole Stackpole, 203-269-7337, cstackpole@sha-excelsior.org OR Sandy D’Ambrosio at 203-230-9227, sdambrosio@sha-excelsior.org..

Two exciting days of family fun are planned for the Connecticut Irish Festival on Saturday, June 23rd (1:00-11:00 PM) and Sunday, June 24th (9:00 AM to 7:00 PM at the North Haven Fairgrounds, Washington Avenue, North Haven (exit 12 off of I-91). The events include Irish musical entertainment, dancing exhibits and the Feis with over 1000 competing, Sunday. There will also be bagpipes, Highland games, ethnic food, Irish shopping village and a cultural tent. A 5K race will be held Saturday for ALS (Lou Gerrig’s Disease). Artists include Mac-Talla Mo’r Band, Andy Clooney Band, and Black 47 on Saturday. On Sunday the entertainment is the Screaming Orphans from Ireland and lots of other music. General Admission is $10.00 and Children under 16 are free; Advanced tickets are $8.00, call 203-288-5586; for more information call 203-488-4902 or go to www.ctirishfestival.com.

Sunday, July 1 at 1:00 PM- Meet at Elizabeth Park in West Hartford . Pack up a picnic and join Credo friends. Look for the blue and white balloons. More information can be found at www.geocities.com/credocath/ and/or www.elizabethpark.org.

Sunday, July 15 at 1:00 PM – Come and enjoy the great outdoors at Wickham Park in Manchester for the Credo Annual Picnic. The park has lots to offer. Credo will supply the burgers, hotdogs, soda and water. $6/person. Attendees are asked to bring food items as follows: Last name beginning with A-N Fruit, snacks and dessert; O-Z Salad or side dish. Park entrance fee of $4 per vehicle paid at the gate. Bring a friend or carpool and split the cost. Ask the gate person for directions to Beech Grove III. Look for the blue and white balloons.

Saturday, July 21 at 5:00 PM- Meet host Joe D at Friendly’s in Wallingford for dinner. Then onto the Holiday Cinemas, ascross the parking lot. We will meet in the lobby and you can choose any movie you would like to see. We all don’t have to see the same movie.

Sunday, July 29 at 10:00 AM- Carpool to Tanglewood for an all Mozart program with the Boston Symphony Orchestra. Carpool from the commuter lots I-84 East ( Hamilton Ave ) or I-91 North exit 38 ( Day Hill Road ). Bring a picnic and enjoy the concert. Tickets are $18.00. Look for the blue and white balloons. Rain date is August 5th.

A FATHER’S DAY PRAYER Thank you, friend Jesus, for my father who loves me, for my grandfather who cares for me, and for God, Your father and mine who made me and is always with me. How lucky I am!

-Gaynell Bordes Cronin From Friend Jesus: Prayers for Children

The following students graduated from Most Holy Trinity School on Thursday, June 14.

We congratulate our Grade 8 graduates and ask you to keep them in your prayers as they enter high school in the Fall. We also wish to thank Sr. Katie Kelly, the teachers, staff and parents who supported these children during their years at Most Holy Trinity School. Nice job!

A School Board Meeting is scheduled for 7:00 PM, June 18 in the Parish Center .

HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL HAS OPENINGS available for the 2007-2008 School year in selected grades. Parents are asked to contact Sister Katie Kelly, R. S. M., Principal, at 269-4476 for further information.

WANTED: RELIGIOUS EDUCATION TEACHERS FOR UPCOMING YEAR - Mrs. Fran Selmecki, Coordinator of our Religious Education Program is looking for adults willing to share the gift of their faith with the young people of the parish. The 5 CCD teaching positions are as follows: Two-6th Grade teachers for Monday afternoon 3:45-5:00 PM; One-4th Grade and One-5th Grade teacher for Tuesday afternoons 3:45-5:00 PM; and One-8th Grade teacher for Tuesday evening from 6:45-8:00 PM. If you are interested in helping or would like to have more details, please give Mrs. Selmecki a call at 203-265-6300 ASAP. Thank you in advance for your assistance.

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WE EXTEND OUR THANKS TO ALL THOSE WHO SUPPORTED THIS YEAR’S 2007 BAZAAR RAFFLE. THERE WERE OVER 8788 TICKETS SOLD… AND WE CAN BE PROUD OF THIS MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENT! AND HERE ARE THE WINNERS!...........

Winners of the 2007 Bazaar Raffle

1st Prize: $3,000 GIFT CERTIFICATE redeemable at WalMart Gina Amadon, Wallingford , Ticket #00620

2nd Prize: $2,500 GIFT CERTIFICATE redeemable at Stop & Shop Mike Zawacki, Wallingford , Ticket #33589

3rd Prize: $2,000 GIFT CERTIFICATE redeemable at Shaw’s Frieda Anderson, Wallingford , Ticket #02434

4th Prize: $1,500 GIFT CERTIFICATE redeemable at Big Y Ray Makusiewicz, Wallingford , Ticket #34481

5th Prize: $1,000 GIFT CERTIFICATE redeemable at Lowe’s Linda Larkin, Hamden , Ticket # 17535