SATURDAY EVENING  (Sunday Vigil)

     4:00H        Trent de Gafferelly (Sue Hamilton, daughter)

SUNDAY       (Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time)

     7:30H        John Palmero (Kevin and Lee Wise)

     9:00H        Nicola Pititto (Family)

  10:30H        Ruth and Al Barbieri (Rae and Dick Barbieri)

  12:00H        Bergamini and Manfredi Families

                        (Mr. & Mrs. Lester Bergamini)

     1:30H        Mass in Spanish

MONDAY     (Blessings of Human Labor-Labor Day observance)

    8:30M        Alfred Namnoum (Family)

TUESDAY

    8:30M        Anne Posluszny (Family)

        6:00        Mass in Spanish with CCD parents and children

WEDNESDAY

    8:30M        Michael Lanahan and Frances Schew

                        (Peter and Christie Brail)

THURSDAY

    8:30M        Ann and Maurice Harnett

                        (Daughter, Ann Jean Andreas)

FRIDAY (The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary)

    8:30M        In honor of Blessed Mother
 

SATURDAY (St. Peter Claver, priest)

    8:30M        Katherine Dobratz (Family)

   1:00            Wedding/Justin Royea and Agnes Duszynska

SATURDAY EVENING  (Sunday Vigil)

     4:00H        Peter and Claire Lovisa (Daughters)

SUNDAY       (Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time)

     7:30H        Anna Eckert (Michael Janutowski)

     9:00H        John J. Quigley, Sr. (Family)

  10:30H        Peter, Mae, and Peter, Jr. Barberino

                        (Frank Pascale)

  12:00H        George Soltesz (Joyce Soltesz and family)

     1:30H        Mass in Spanish

FOR THE GREATER HONOR AND

 GLORY OF GOD

The SANCTUARY LAMP burns this week in memory of John J. Quigley, Sr.

at the request of his family.

Richard Cretella

Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord;

II – Michael Colavolpe and Erica Beck

I – Andrew Jason Cortes and Mellissa Batista

WE WELCOME INTO GOD’S FAMILY THROUGH BAPTISM

Francesca Considine, Mackenzie May Lionello,

Peyton David Mongrain,

Ryan Patrick O’Malley, Angel Gabriel Pagan

and Cailin Victoria Testa

All high school and junior high school students are invited to an exciting “opening day” to the Youth Group year. Save the date of Sunday, September 10, 6-8:30 PM at the Parish Center. Enjoy Whiffleball, games, prizes, pizza, make-your-own sundae, Adoration, a Prayer Service in honor of the 5^th anniversary of September 11^th, and FIREWORKS….and, of course, a chance to meet old and new friends! Call Fr. Jeff if you have any questions regarding these two groups or the Kick-Off party at 269-8791.

Any interested boy or girl in Grades 4-12, who will enjoy and be dedicated in serving the priests and the parish family at Mass as an altar server should be aware of the following training sessions to be held in the Church:

NEW SERVER TRAINING- Tuesday, Sept. 5 from 3:30-5 PM

Parents or servers-to-be can call the rectory at 269-8791 to register for training. Servers must be in Grade 4 or above, and have received their First Communion; and MUST be available for the September 9^th training session.

RE-TRAINING FOR CURRENT (& NEW) SERVERS

Due to several changes in the Mass, current servers, as well as new servers, are required to choose one of two sessions

Session I,   Saturday, September  9 from 10:30 AM to Noon  OR

Session II, Wednesday, September 13 from 5:00 to 6:30 PM

Information and registration forms will be mailed to current altar servers.

TLC (Trinity Ladies Club) sponsors of the Parish Arts & Crafts Fair are busy making up a table of crafts that they sell. Proceeds from their sales go to the many projects for the needy that they also sponsor throughout the year. Anyone who would like to give them a hand (you need not be creative, projects are made available to you) and are available on any scheduled Monday evening is asked to call either Donna Mierzejewski, 265-0881 or Janet Cassello, 265-5189 for information. Arrangements for those who would like

to make projects in their home rather than coming to the church hall can also be made.

REMEMBERING THE 5^TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ATTACKS ON THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

SEPTEMBER 11, 2001

On September 11, 2006, we will mark the 5^th Anniversary of the attacks on the United States of America. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at Most Holy Trinity Church at 5:30 PM, remembering those who died on that day at the World Trade Center, the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., and in Pennsylvania. We urge all our parishioners and friends to attend this Memorial Mass.

The Town of Wallingford will also mark the 5^th Anniversary of September 11^th with ceremonies at the Town Hall beginning at 6:30 PM. This is a day of remembrance and prayer for the protection of our country and its citizens.

If you, or someone you know of is interested in the Catholic faith or Catholic who has not yet received First Holy Communion or the Sacrament of Confirmation…please call Linda Scala, Coordinator, at 949-0799. This process consists of approximately 25 sessions and is held following the homily at the 10:30 Sunday Masses from September through April. Clergy and laity serve as catechists.

THE HOLY TRINITY ADULT CHOIR will begin their regular rehearsals on Wednesday, September 6^th at 7:30 PM in the choir loft. We are looking for new members in every voice part. There are no “formal” auditions, just call and speak with Rick Fowler, Director of Music Ministry. His office phone number is 284-1745. Rehearsals are every Wednesday evening from 7:30 to 9:00 PM and then the choir sings on Sunday at the 10:30 AM Mass.

NEEDY STUDENT FUND – Your ongoing support of the Needy Student Fund for Holy Trinity School students/parents has helped many families who are having difficulty meeting tuition payments due to unforeseen circumstances.

   Donations – large or small – can be made at any time of the year and are always appreciated. If using the offertory collection to make a donation please mark the envelope “NEEDY STUDENT FUND”, or should you prefer you may give it to one of our priests or deacons.

SUNDAY BIBLE SCHOOL BEGINS ON SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 10^TH in the Church Hall during the 10:30 AM Mass. The Sunday Bible School program is designed for pre-schoolers (3-5 year old boys and girls who are potty-trained, please). The program includes arts & crafts, songs, bible stories, and learning prayers. Parents wishing to register their children are asked to please be in the church hall between 10:15-10:30 AM or call the Religious Education Office at 265-6300.

A RENEWAL FOR MEN IN THE PARISH WITH A RETREAT: “FOR THE LIFE OF THE WORLD”

The voice of God may be difficult to discern until we “come away and rest for a while”. This retreat gives men a break from everyday life and gives them a chance to restore connection to God, THE ultimate source of strength. Holy Family retreats offer prayer services, workshops, private conferences and free time to reflect rest and pray. Our annual parish retreat for men is the weekend of September 22-24. For more information call Mike Gannon at 265-7258 or Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center at 1-860-521-0440 or on the web at www.holyfamilyretreat.org.

PARISH ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR

Saturday, November 4

9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

CRAFTERS…First serve basis–Rental space for $40, each craftsperson is entitled to an 8 ft. table and chairs…$35 if you bring your own display set up (spacing 9x3’). Each participant is asked to please donate a craft for the parish raffle valued at no less than $10 This craft fair is limited to the sale of hand-crafted items and prepared items like potpourri, spices/herbs, jellies/jams/candies, etc. (no bake sales). Exceptions are only made to parish or community organizations with items being offered as fund-raisers, non-profit.

Applications and particulars are available at the rectory. Call and one will be mailed to you or stop by the rectory during office hours.

The State of Connecticut requires all participants (with the exception of non-profit) to acquire a State Tax Number. Should you need further information regarding this matter please call toll free 1-800-382-9463.

Thursday Sessions:  September 7, 14, 21,28 and October 5, and 12

at St. Joan of Arc Church in Hamden, 7-9 PM

A form (available at our rectory office) must be completed in full and submitted before the first day of class. Father Gary’s signature is needed on the form. A Baptism certificate and a Sponsor certificate; and a fee of $15 is needed at the session. The fall celebration of the Sacrament of Confirmation for Adults is scheduled for October 23, 2006, at St. Thomas Seminary, Bloomfield at 7:30 PM.

My Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

     I have enjoyed very much my stay at Most Holy Trinity Church. Even though I was coming from another country, the people through their love and friendship made me feel welcome and at home. During our time together we have enjoyed so much, faced challenges, prayed together, and shared an abundance of blessings.

     Most Holy Trinity was my first parish as a priest. It and all of you will always have a special place in my heart.

     I am grateful for the great reception held in the hall last Sunday. I want to send special thanks to Lynette Clinton, Josefina Cruz, the Mariachi band and all those who helped make this a special day for me. Thank you all very much for supporting me with your prayers and kind words.

     Please continue to keep me in your prayers… you are in mine.

                God bless you and keep you in His care,

BINGO will be held in the church hall on Friday, September 8^th. The game begins as 7:00 PM. Light dinner and snacks are available before the game and during the intermission. Enjoy the fun and bring a friend!

THE RECTORY OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED on Monday, September 4^th in observance of Labor Day. The office will re-open on Tuesday, September 5^th at 9 AM.

No school on Monday, September 4^th in observance of Labor Day.

Kindergarten begins school Tuesday, September 5^th.

There is a Room Parent’s Meeting at 7:00 PM followed by the Committee Chairperson’s Meeting at 7:30 PM on Wednesday, September 6.

Band students will present a music demonstration on Friday, September 8.

IS YOUR MARRIAGE IN TROUBLE OR STRESSED? The Retrouvaille program can help you. If you are divorced or separated but you want to try again, the Retrouvaille program can help you, too. The next Retrouvaille Weekend will take place September 8-10. For more information please call our confidential number 1-800-470-2230 or e-mail at 3001@retrouvaille.org.

CRAFTS NEEDED!!!

Anyone wishing to “share their God-given talents” to the Parish Craft Fair is asked to please make a donation for the Fair. If you can sew, crochet, knit, paint, make floral arrangements, make items out of wood, metal, ceramics, etc., please bring your donation to the rectory during office hours. All proceeds from your contributions will be given to the parish.

BINGO will be held in the church hall on Friday, September 8^th. The game begins as 7:00 PM. Light dinner and snacks are available before the game and during the intermission. Enjoy the fun and bring a friend!

LADIES GUILD will begin their meeting schedule on September 18^th, when they will discuss the October Pot Luck Luncheon. Call Jean Albert for more information about membership, 265-2223.

“NEW” BUILDING & MAINTENANCE STEERING COMMITTEE

Father Gary has organized a steering committee for the purpose of overseeing the repairs and improvements needed in and around our church, rectory, church hall and grounds, etc…some of which are contractual and other smaller projects that can be accomplished with the help of volunteers. Members of this Steering Committee include co-chairpersons, Marty Cassella, Bob Selmecki and members, Judy Cassella, Richard Cassello, Jerry Farrell, Jr., Mark Gervais, John More, Sam Morganti, Pauline Palmero, and Bob Schmitt.

Anyone interested in joining this committee – men or women- (even those in their teens) are urged to attend a meeting in the church hall on Thursday, September 14 at 7:00 PM.

The first thing on the agenda will be “FALL CLEANING” in the church hall and church hall kitchen. Painting of the walls (in some areas); cleaning out and re-organizing kitchen cabinets, drawers and storage areas, are just of few things on our list of things to be done. Volunteers will also be needed to make sandwiches, serve beverages, etc. to the workers. These projects will begin the 2^nd week in October. Dates will be given out at the September meeting.

Anyone interested in attending this meeting is more than welcome!

A good way to share your time and support our STEWARDSHIP Drive that is now underway. ‘WHAT VALUE DO WE PLACE ON OUR MEMBERSHIP IN THE COMMUNITY OF THE CHURCH?”

PARISH PICNIC TICKETS ARE GOING FAST!

YOUR ticket will be available for purchase during the week at the rectory. Come join the food, fun, and games scheduled from 11:30 AM to 4:00 PM, at PNA Park on North Plains Industrial Road, next Sunday, September 10^th. $ 5.00 admission for adults; kids ages 12 and under are admitted free of charge.

Donations for the raffle at the parish picnic can be left at the rectory office during office hours. Thank you in advance for your contributions.

PARISH OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SOCIETY PLANS FIRST MEETING OF THE YEAR – The ladies of the OLPH Society will be meeting on Monday, September 11 in the church hall at 1:30 PM. At this meeting they will be discussing the upcoming card party to be held Wednesday, September 27^th. Your hostesses for this meeting will be Marie Murphy and Delia Mrazik. If you have any questions about membership or activities of the parish Our Lady of Perpetual Help Society please call Millie Marcarelli at 294-1025.