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OUR SYMPATHY TO

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BUILDING AND MAINTENANCE NEWS

     Last week, the sanctuary floor was poly-urethane by Marty Tangredi. Scratches and scuff marks were removed and a coat of poly-urethane was applied. We are very grateful to Marty for the great job that he did in making the sanctuary floor look so beautiful.

     Concerning the “Old Tree” – Last week the “Old Tree” was cut down. The top part of the tree had died and it presented a real “safety hazard” not only to the rectory building but also to the parking lot. It was in our best interests that it be removed before something serious happened.

     Concerning the three trees in the front of the rectory, since they were planted very close together, the roots have now caused the sidewalks to crack as well as preventing any grass to grow. They have fallen victim to a disease as well. The Building and Maintenance Committee decided it would be in our best interests to have them removed and plant grass in the Spring of the year. Hopefully, we will have a nice lawn come Spring.

WE WELCOME INTO GOD’S FAMILY

THROUGH BAPTISM

Delaney Caroline Archer, Adriana Hope Barbieri,

Emilia Rose Farrell, Carter Zachary Freeto,

David Frank Fritz, Michael William Fritz, Olivia Ann Fritz,

Cole Michael Januszewski, Kyle Edmond Januszewski,

Breana Sophia Rubas, Jameson Timothy Sheehan,

Peyton Anthony Signore, Riley Anne Skarupa,

Julia Cecilia Zubeckis

YOUTH GROUP meets on Sunday, November 5, in the Parish Center from 7:00-8:30 PM. The PPC meets from 6:00-7:00 PM. LOOKING AHEAD: Sunday, November 19 is the Thanksgiving Pot Luck Supper and Game Night!

PARISH WEDDING PREPARATION SEMINAR AND FOCCUS EVALUATION – All couples presently scheduled to be married here at Holy Trinity between January and December of 2007 are asked to reserve 2 upcoming dates for marriage preparation: Sunday November 12 and Sunday, November 19.

FOCCUS: a marriage preparation inventory, will be held on Sunday, November 12, in the church hall following the 10:30 AM Mass. Deacon Gene Riotte will administer the inventory to all couples. This session should last approximately one hour.

On Sunday, November 19, our Marriage Seminar will be held in the church hall. Registrations will take place in the church hall following the 9:00 AM Mass for a number of workshops conducted by several married couples from our parish. Coordinators for this seminar are Kevin and Marie Buno. Lunch will be served. The seminar will conclude approximately 3:30 PM.

We ask all members of our parish family to please pray for these couples as they prepare for the Sacrament of Marriage.

SPECIAL LITURGY (MASS)

FOR THE DECEASED OF OUR PARISH

As a parish family we are well aware that change has been brought to many of our families who have experienced the death of a loved one within this past year.

We invite all families – as well as all members of our parish family-to a special Mass on Wednesday, November 8^th, 7:00 PM. Members of our parish bereavement groups will also be in attendance at this special Mass.

Following the Mass, the Parish Hospitality Committee will host a reception in the church hall for everyone in attendance.

Every attempt is being made to contact, via mail, at least one member of the immediate family of those who have died between November 2005 up to the present. If, as the date grows closer, you have yet to receive an invitation please know that your loved one will be remembered at this Mass and make plans to attend.

“HOPE FOR THE HOLIDAYS” is a program for the bereaved to help in coping with the holidays. This will be held at the Caritas Christi Center, 265 Benham Street, Hamden, on November 12 from 12:30 to 3:00 PM. The fee is $10. For registration and information call: Sister Carolyn Severino at the Center at 203-281-2569.

Check out how your reps voted by going to www.ctcatholic.org!

HOLIDAY FAIR SHOPPING FULL OF SURPRISES 

FATIMA CRAFT FAIR – The Our Lady of Fatima Church Women’s Club will be sponsoring a craft fair on Saturday, November 11 in their church hall at 382 Hope Hill Road, Yalesville, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The fair includes 20 tables of crafters and vendors, raffles, bake sale and the kitchen will be open for lunch purchases. Everyone is invited to come browse the fine selections of handiwork.

THE 33^RD ANNUAL FALL FESTIVAL will be celebrated at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 2819 Whitney Avenue, Hamden on Friday, November 10^th from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and Saturday, November 11 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The Marian Guild, Holy Name Society, and the Religious Education Program sponsor this event. The festival features over 30 tables of crafts and specialty items including Catholic Relief Services Fair Trade, Work of Human Hands, a Bake Sale, Raffle, Food/refreshments, and Kids Kraft Korner (Saturday only).

FAIR EARTH BAZAAR: EXQUISITE SHOPPING WITH A CONSCIENCE- Mercy Center at Madison will present the Fair Earth Bazaar, featuring a variety of unique, beautiful and reasonably priced jewelry, clothing, home goods, chocolates and more on November 10-12. Handcrafted by artisans in dozens of developing countries in Africa, Asia, the Middle East and South America, all items will be certified as Fair Trade, guaranteeing that workers enjoy fair wages and humane working conditions. The Bazaar will also feature live entertainment and a homemade soup, bread, and dessert bar. Hours are (Nov 10: Noon to 7:00 PM; Nov. 11: 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM; and Nov. 12: 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Mercy Center is located at 167 Neck Road, Madison. For more details call 203-245-0401 or visit www.MercyByTheSea.org.

DEADLINE IS NOVEMBER 8 ‘CAUSE THE BUS IS READY TO ROLL! It is your last chance to get on-board, “ADVENTurers”! From Wednesday, December 13 to Friday, December 15, 2006, the bus will be on it’s way to the beautiful Sight & Sound shows “The Miracle of Christmas” and “The Psalms of David”, the American Music Theatre Christmas Show; a side trip to Hershey’s Chocolate World, a chocolaty 4-D movie, and the Christmas Lights in Hershey Park, a pilgrimage visit to the National Grotto of our Lady of Lourdes, the Basilica of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, and Mount St. Mary’s Seminary; spectacular smorgasbord meals and much, much more! Your cost, which includes 4 full meals + gratuity, 3 show tickets, 2 nights lodging at the Bird-In-Hand Inn (with indoor swimming pool), bus travel, and admission to all other tours and event sights, is only $310 per person (based on double occupancy). For a child 12 or under, the cost is $270. Registration forms can be obtained at the parish rectory or by calling 269-8791. The forms, along with the $100 deposit, are due ASAP, and the full balance is due by November 8.  Pamper yourself and get on-board for this trip!

GIVE THE GIFT OF ENTERTAINMENT! The Home and School Association is sponsoring their annual book sale, offering hundreds of buy-one-get-one-free dinners and up to 50% off savings from local and national merchants. The New Haven edition is $25 and the Hartford edition is $30. Both are available at the rectory office during office hours. All profits from this fund-raiser will be used for the needs of the parish.

Open House: Sunday, November 5^th at 2:00 PM

Placement exam: Saturday, December 2 from 8-11:30 AM

Students interested in being considered for scholarships must take the Exam on this date. Contact school admissions 860-584-0911

Open House: Thursday, November 9^th from 6:30-9:00 PM

Entrance Exam for the Class of 2011, Saturday, November 18

from 8-11:30 AM. Testing fee:$20-pre-registration is not required.

Contact the admission office 860-346-6659

First Admission Test: November 11 from 8-10:30 AM

$35 pre-registration required. Please have students call the Admissions Office at 933-1673 x 501 to register for the test.

TRINITY LADIES CLUB will meet in the church hall on Thursday, November 16, beginning with a business meeting at 7:00 PM. Following the presentation, Stacy Catalano Morgan-The Pampered Chef representative-will present delicious recipes and samples that she will prepare and serve from the church hall kitchen, as well as many ways to entertain for the holidays. She will create some gift suggestions that you will love to give to those on your list. All members are urged to bring at least one guest. New members are always welcome! No one will be made to feel obligated to make a purchase. Profits that may come from sales will be put into the TLC treasury to cover the cost of Club programs as well as supporting various charities. Refreshments will be served and door prizes will be given away after Stacy’s entertaining program. IMPORTANT REMINDER!!! The TLC Annual Christmas Dinner will take place on Wednesday, December 13 at Serafino’s Restaurant. Reservations are $25 and can be made at the November 16 meeting or mail RSVP to Linda Citak, no later than November 29 as directed on the invitation.

Now through Sunday, November 12, the Parish Food Drive co-sponsored by the Christians In Action Committee, and both, the students from Holy Trinity School and our Religious Education Program-will take place for Thanksgiving.

Donations of non-perishable foods are needed for a traditional-style Thanksgiving dinner (please check expiration dates when purchasing):

Turkey                                  Fruits in cans or jars            Sugar

Cranberry Sauce                   Instant potatoes                   Coffee

Stuffing                                 Cake mix and frosting          Tea

Canned vegetables                Bottled juices                       Hot cocoa

Holiday baskets also include pantry staples, such as:

Bottled tomato sauce          Canned tuna/chicken            Rice

Pasta                                  Cookies                               Beans

Hearty-style soups              Crackers                              Pudding/Jello

Macaroni and cheese          Peanut Butter & jelly             Candy

In order to cover the expense of these “over and above” items, monetary gifts are also needed. Anyone wishing to make a monetary gift may give it to one of our priests, deacons, or place it in an envelope labeled “Holiday Giving” and drop it in the offertory basket.

Grocery store gift certificates can be donated at any time of the year simply by placing them in the offertory basket.

TURKEYS!!!  Anyone wishing to donate a turkey (any size) may bring it to the rectory during office hours.

If you, or someone you know, is financially in need of a Thanksgiving Food Basket, we ask that you please call the rectory no later than Monday, November 13! All names (callers and recipients) are kept confidential. Due to the many requests, we must reserve our donations for MEMBERS OF HOLY TRINITY ONLY!!! Deliveries to Wallingford only will be done on Saturday, November 18^th, between the hours of 8:00 AM and Noon.