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Showing posts with label Connecticut events. Show all posts
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Friday, September 28, 2018

Connecticut Catholic News and Events

Latin Mass in New Haven

On Sunday, 30 September, the Missa Cantata will be offered at 2:00 p.m. It is the external feast for St Michael the Archangel. Fr. Matthew Mauriello, Diocese of Bridgeport, celebrant and homilist.

St Stanislaus Church, State and Eld Streets, New Haven.

The music for the Mass will include the Gregorian chant proper for Michaelmas ("Benedicite Dominum omnes gentes”), the chant Mass IV ordinary ("Cunctipotens Genitor Deus"), and organ music by Eugène Gigout and Charles Tournemire.

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Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage, 7 October 

The annual Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage will be held at Our Lady of Grace Monastery, 11 Race Hill Road, North Guilford, 3:00 p.m.

Solemn Vespers, Rosary, Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament, and Presentation of the Rosary to the Blessed Mother.

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The 19th annual Respect Life Conference

The 2018 Respect Life Conference will be held on Saturday, October 13, at Our Lady Queen of Angels Parish --Holy Angels Campus, 585 Main Street, South Meriden, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Archbishop Leonard Blair will welcome and open the conference

Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse, Keynote speaker --founder of the Ruth Institute

Guest speakers: 

Judith M. Mascolo, MD

Roderick P. Murphy

Elaine Blondin Mello, PhD

Registration is $25.00 per person (includes hospitality and lunch) checks payable:

Respect Life Conference
PO Box 392
Meriden, CT 06450

No fee for priests, deacons, religious and seminarians

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Connecticut Right to Life Corporation Convention

Saturday, October 27, 2018 – Courtyard by Marriott, Waterbury 

9:00 a.m. Registration – Convention 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Awards Luncheon Buffet at 12:30 p.m.

FEATURED SPEAKERS: 

Austin Ruse —President, Center for Family and Human Rights– will provide an update on the latest pro-life developments at the United Nations 

Abigail Young —New England Coordinator, Students for Life of America – will provide an overview of SFA activities nationally, in New England, and specifically in Connecticut 

Deacon David Reynolds —Associate Director Public Policy, CT Catholic Public Affairs Conference—will provide a preview of expected pro-life issues to come before the Connecticut General Assembly in the January - June 2019 session 

In addition to these outstanding speakers, there will be vendor tables, awards, and more! 

Convention cost, including luncheon: $40; Clergy, Seminarians, Students: $20 Vendor tables: no charge, with purchase of one convention admission 

To reserve a seat or a table: call – 203-757-5213 

(No Catholic Mass at the convention hotel. However, there is an 8 a.m. Mass at Our Lady of Lourdes Church, across the street from the hotel.) 


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Paul A. Zalonski
Catholic Connecticut
255 Foxon Hill Road
East Haven, CT 06513-1216 USA

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Thursday, July 27, 2017

Catholic events in Connecticut

WOMEN OF THE OLD TESTAMENT 

Their Stories, Their Characters, and Their Influence 

Women do not always figure prominently in the writings of the Old Testament. Yet, sometimes they made their presence known, even in powerful ways. 

Join us for a series of talks by Br. Aquinas Beale, O.P., on Thursday July 27th at 7:30pm in St Mary's Church Hall (5 Hillhouse Avenue, New Haven)  as we explore the stories and personalities of six women and how they influenced the history of Ancient Israel. 

This week, we will look at two prominent foreigners in Israel’s History: Ruth and Jezebel. These women offer contrasting mod- els of virtue and vice. This talk will also explore the personifi- cation of Wisdom and Folly in the Book of Proverbs. 


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Christmas in July SALE @ the Monastery Gift and Book Shoppe of the Monastery of Our Lady of Grace:

During the entire month of July (except for Sundays), you will find:

~30 % off Christmas cards, crèches, Advent calendars, Advent wreaths and candles, Holy Family figurines and Christmas angels, ornaments, Christmas jewelry, Advent books for children, and more

~50% off Select Christmas including select crèches, wall art, and holiday soaps

~50% off Baptismal Heirloom Baptismal Gowns (sizes 0-3 mos. and 3-6 mos)

~And more reduced items 

Current stock only…no special orders qualify for discounts. Thank you. 

Hope to see you in July.  If not, may God hold you in the palm of His hand until we meet again.  Have a safe summer, with a bit of relaxation, peace, and family time.  

Monastery Gift and Book Shoppe
11 Race Hill Rd.
N. Guilford, CT  06437
203-747-4559        

Shoppe Hours:

Monday-Saturday 10:00 am – noon; 1:00 – 4:00 pm

No credit cards please.


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Contributor: Paul A. Zalonski
Catholic Connecticut
255 Foxon Hill Road
East Haven, CT 06513-1216 USA

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Saturday, November 21, 2015

Catholic events in Connecticut

24th Annual Franciscan Christmas Fair
Saturday, November 21, 2015, 9:30am to 2:30pm
At the Franciscan Life Center Campus, 271 Finch Ave., Meriden, CT

Living Creche, visit with Santa and Mrs Claus, Fraser and Balsam Christmas trees, wreaths, food, homemade food goods, handmade goods

Proceeds benefit the ministries of the Franciscan Sisters of the Eucharist

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Christmas on the Hill - Holy Angels Holiday Bazaar  will be held on Saturday, November 28, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at Holy Angels Parish Center located at 585 Main Street in South Meriden. Start your holiday shopping with us!  The day will feature 30 Crafters and Vendors, delicious lunch items in our Food Court, Homemade Baked Goods, $100-Value Gift Baskets Raffle, Cemetery Logs, and a Tag Sale. For the children there will be Crafts, Games and a Raffle in the Kid’s Korner with a special visit from Santa! Enjoy a great time of fun with family and friends! For more information, please contact the parish office at 203.235.3822 or office@holyangelschurch.org, or visit www.HolyAngelsChurch.org.

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Contributor: Paul A. Zalonski
Catholic Connecticut
255 Foxon Hill Road
East Haven, CT 06513-1216 USA
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Monday, November 16, 2015

Catholic events

Project Rachel – Entering Canaan Day of Prayer & Healing - Saturday, November 21st - Come begin your healing journey and experience God’s hope and mercy.  For women suffering from a past abortion experience, an Entering Canaan Day of Prayer and Healing will take place on Sat., Nov. 21st.  For further information or to register call our confidential phone line at 203-416-1619 or email us at projectrachel@diobpt.org.

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Holy Family Retreat Center, Advent Day or Evening Retreat: The Spirituality of Waiting, with Bill Walsh
Tuesday, Dec 8, 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. or 6-9 p.m. Holy Family Retreat Center, West Hartford. The irony of the Advent season is that right when our faith tradition calls us to slow down and wait patiently in preparation for the celebration of Christmas, our culture sounds the bell to rev up and make our already overly busy and stressful lives even more hectic. Come join us for a conversation on the spirituality of waiting. What are we waiting for and how do we wait for it? Presented by Bill Walsh, associate retreat director at Holy Family, the workshop costs $40 to attend and includes a meal. 860-760-9705. www.holyfamilyretreat.org

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The Annual Christmas Festival Weekend at the Shrine of Lourdes in Litchfield, located on 50 Montfort Rd., Rte. 118, Litchfield, CT will include:
Saturday, December 5th:  Gingerbread Nativity Making will take place  from 10 am to 12 noon in Pilgrim Hall. Reservations for this family activity must be made  and pre-paid by December 2nd. To reserve a table, call 860-567-1041 or email: louresshrinect@gmail.com. Each Nativity is $30.

A Candlelight Carol Sing will begin at 7:00 Saturday evening in Pilgrim Hall and process to the Grotto. Cookies & hot chocolate will be served in the hall after this beautiful holy event.

Sunday, December 6th:  The Living Nativity: A re-enactment of the Nativity with live animals, little angels, shepherds, choristers and a real Baby Jesus will take place at 3:00 pm in the Grotto. Cookies & hot chocolate will again be served in Pilgrim Hall.  A suggested $5.00 donation will be greatly appreciated.

The Grotto Gift Shop will be open for all these events.

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The Sisters of Life http://www.sistersoflife.org/ (Sr. Mary Gabriel, S.V. is the Event Chair), along with Sisters from other religious communities, are planning and coordinating a first of its kind event -- GIVEN givenforum.org -- The Catholic Young Women's Leadership Forum ~ Cultivating authentic femininity for the life of the Church.  

It is being sponsored by the Council of Major Superiors of Women Religious (CMSWR) http://cmswr.org/, in collaboration with the Hilton Foundation and this event will help unleash the gifts of young women within the Catholic Church and the world! GIVEN will bring 300 rising leaders, selected by application, together with Religious and lay leaders from various disciplines for a full scholarship, week-long immersion in faith formation, leadership skills training and networking.  

Apply now at givenforum.org.  Women who are accepted to attend GIVEN will receive a scholarship covering the cost of the Forum, including food, lodging and travel.  The deadline for applications is Feb 2, 2016. 
Date:  June 7-12, 2016 at Catholic University of America. 
Confirmed Speakers:  http://www.givenforum.org/speakers/

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St Gianna Center Spring Celebration: "Babies in Bloom"
Sunday, April 17, 2016, 1:00 pm @ Amarante"s in New Haven
Info: Harriet: 203-464-4316 OR Mike 203-481-5027
Ticket is $45.

The St Gianna Center is New Haven's Pro-life center.

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Legion of Mary meets every Monday at 7-8 pm at the rectory at St Therese Church at 555 Middletown Avenue, North Haven, CT. Anyone is welcome to come and pray the rosary with us. For more information about the Legion of Mary call Carol Liquori, 203 239-1424.

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Contributor: Paul A. Zalonski
Catholic Connecticut
255 Foxon Hill Road
East Haven, CT 06513-1216 USA
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Sunday, October 26, 2014

Upcoming Catholic Events in Connecticut

The parish Music Committee
of St. Mary's Church
5 Hillhouse Avenue
New Haven, Connecticut
 will sponsor a lecture/workshop 
presented by Muriel Maharidge, DMA
Singing Gregorian Chant
 Come experience the sublime beauty of Gregorian chant and discover the unique qualities that make it especially suited to sacred liturgy. 
 Monday, October 27 at 7:00 in the Parish Hall

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The St John's Bible exhibit at the KofC Museum (New Haven) closes on November 2.     DON'T miss this exhibit!!!


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Fr. Chris Cleary to Address Needs of the Caregiver in Nov. 8
Retreat for Health Care Professionals

West Hartford, Conn. – Are you a nurse or other health care professional whose job it is to take care of people? Professional caregivers are special individuals who give of themselves selflessly, but who gives to them?  How are they nurtured and sustained?  How do they manage the stress, worry, and flat-out exhaustion to which their challenging roles so often give rise?

Fr. Chris Cleary, a Passionist priest and former cardiac intensive care nurse, will explore the delicate balance between caring for yourself and caring for others in a daylong retreat for health care professionals titled “Care for the Caregiver:  A Day of Spiritual and Physical Renewal.”The retreat takes place on Saturday, Nov. 8, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Holy Family Retreat Center in West Hartford. 

“I’m hoping this will be a small oasis for health care providers, a place where they can be nurtured,” said Fr. Chris. “We’ll look at how they can cultivate resilience amid the many challenges they face, and we’ll examine practices that will enable them to serve others in a way that is spiritually sustainable and life-giving.”

In additional to his nursing experience, Fr. Chris has worked in retreat ministry, spiritual direction, training in religious formation, and youth ministry.  He holds a B.S. in nursing from Widener College and a Master in Divinity degree from the Catholic Theological Union. 

The retreat will include inspirational talks, dialogue, yoga, and free time to rest. Healing arts therapies will be available at an additional cost. The offering to attend is $65 and includes lunch. Holy Family Retreat Center is located at 303 Tunxis Road in West Hartford.  For more information and to register, call 860-760-9705 or visit www.holyfamilyretreat.org


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Contributor: Paul A. Zalonski
Catholic Connecticut
255 Foxon Hill Road
East Haven, CT 06513-1216 USA
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***Paul is the Catholic Events Contributor for Connecticut Catholic Corner***

Monday, April 28, 2014

Catholic Events

“Good Shepherd Holy Hour” for vocations, on Thursday, May 15, 6:30-7:30pm at St. Stanislaus Church (State and Eld Streets), New Haven.

The Archdiocese of Hartford will have 7 new priests on May 17. Please come and pray before Jesus in the Eucharist in thanksgiving for these new priests, and for the gift of new vocations. The holy hour is time for personal communal prayer before Jesus exposed in the Blessed Sacrament concluding with Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament.

The church is handicapped accessible with a secure parking lot behind the church. 

A Holy Hour in the heart of New Haven!

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The young adult Korean-American charismatic group, also known as CUNAE is sponsoring the “Life In the Spirit Seminar for Young Adults.”  The retreat will be Friday, May 23 until Monday, May 26, 2014, at the Marian Shrine, 174 Filors Ln, Stony Point, NY. Fr. Michael Lee will be leading the retreat. The cost of the retreat is $300 (includes room & board, 8 meals & snacks). For Registration Form & Questions: rosa.a.lee@gmail.com or 201-220-4747. RSVP by May 16.

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There will be an Education & Craft Fair sponsored by Adoro Te Home Educators, a Catholic homeschooling group, loyal to the Magisterium through Pope Francis.  The date is Saturday, May 17, from 9am to 12noon in St. Peter's Hall at Holy Apostles College & Seminary in Cromwell.  There will be crafts for kids, used curriculum & book sale, baked goods, craft vendors, people to answer questions about their Catholic homeschooling experience and much more.  Tables are still available to rent for only $10 each.  Contact Grace at mommygm@gmail.com for more information.

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Bach, Stravinsky & Janacek: Katie Lansdale, violin with Wei-Yi Yang, piano
Sunday, May 4, 2014, 3pm

At Promisek, Skyline Ridge Road, Bridgewater (www.promisek.org)
Ticket: $25.00 (students $10); champagne reception follows
To reserve ticket: 860-355-2066; events@promisek.org

The concert takes place in St Cecilia’s music room adjoining the Beatrix Ferrand garden

Three powerful pieces —the Bach Cantabile is reflective and intricate; the Janacek Sonata combines the sweet Czech-nationalist nostalgia with the powerful emotions reacting to war; the Stravinsky Divertimento, a rewriting of his ballet the Fairy’s Kiss, lifts Tchaikovsky’s tunes to a height of wit and gesture, almost to cabaret —even without dancers in the room.

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Morning of Reflection for Women

“I Have Seen the Lord! Encountering Christ through the Gospel Women” with Sr. Catherine Marie, of the Sisters of Life 

Saturday, May 17, 2014
9:00am - 12:00 noon (Mass)
St. Mary’s Church, New Haven

Suggested donation is $20 and includes light breakfast fare. Seating is limited, so register soon! Visit AngelusWomen.org/retreat to register or email AngelusStMarys@gmail.com 

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The 56th Pilgrimage Season of the Shrine of Lourdes in Litchfield, 50 Montfort Rd., Rte. 118, Litchfield, begins on May 1st.  Mass is celebrated Tuesday through Sunday at 11:30 AM in the Grotto.  

On Sunday, Benediction & Marian Prayer are held at 3:00 PM. In the event of inclement weather, services are held in the Grotto Chapel.

The Grotto Café, known for healthy, home-cooked food at reasonable prices is open from 10 AM to 2 PM Tuesday through Sunday. 

The Grotto Gift Shop, which features a wide selection of Baptism, First Communion & Confirmation gifts, outdoor & indoor statues, rosaries, books, and many varied gift items, is open from 10:30 AM until 4:30 PM Monday to Saturday and from 12:30 PM until 4:30 PM on Sunday. 

For further information, call 860-567-1041 or email: lourdesshrinect@gmail.com. Visit our website:www.shrinect.org.

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Contributor: Paul A. Zalonski
Catholic Connecticut
255 Foxon Hill Road
East Haven, CT 06513-1216 USA
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***Paul is the Catholic Events Contributor for Connecticut Catholic Corner***


Wednesday, April 16, 2014

Connecticut Catholic Holy Week Events


Some of you may want to experience Catholic prayer in different way this Paschal Triduum. 

These three days could be considered one single day. They reveal the heart and are the key to both the liturgical year and the life of the Church.
Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI

Here are some options:

With the Dominican nuns at Our Lady of Grace Monastery, Race Hill and Hoop Pole Roads, North Guilford

Holy Thursday Mass of the Lord's Supper, 7pm
Good Friday, 3pm
Holy Saturday Vigil, 10pm
Easter Sunday, 8:30am

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With the Benedictine sisters at the Monastery of the Glorious Cross, 61 Burban Drive, Branford (next to St Elizabeth Church)

Holy Thursday Mass of the Lord's Supper, 7pm
Good Friday, 3pm
Holy Saturday Vigil, 8:30pm

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With the Benedictine nuns at the Abbey of Regina Laudis, 273 Flanders Road, Bethlehem

Jesu Fili Mariae Chapel

Holy Thursday Mass of the Lord's Supper, 7:15pm
Good Friday, 3pm
Holy Saturday Vigil, 8pm
Easter Sunday, 8:45am

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With the Sisters at Convent of St. Birgitta 4 Runkenhage Road, Darien, CT 06820

Holy Thursday Mass of the Lord's Supper, 8pm
Good Friday, 3pm
Holy Saturday Vigil, 8pm
Easter Sunday, 10am

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Parishes are collecting your Catholic Relief Services Lenten Rice Bowls! Collect all that extra change and let's how many lives we can impact! More info at www.crsricebowl.org

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WAY IN ADVANCE: The Stamford Symphony will perform Handel’s Messiah in the Basilica of St John, Stamford, on Saturday, December 6, 2014: Tickets are $50.00. Tickets may be purchased ONLY THROUGH THE STAMFORD SYMPHONY PATRON SERVICE: 203-325-1407, ext. 10.


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Dear Friends,

See email below from the Sisters of Life regarding a woman they are serving right now who needs assistance. If you are able to help please respond to Sr. Grace Dominic at visitation.mission@archny.org.

Thank you and Blessed Paschal Triddum

PAZ

Dear Co-Workers of Life,
We pray that you are well and preparing to enter deeply into Holy Week and the mystery of Redemption.
Currently we are serving a young woman, who is courageously choosing life despite early pressures from the father of the baby to have an abortion. 
Throughout her pregnancy, Ana has continued to work and remain in school at a community college. She is now having a difficult time paying for school and has an outstanding bill. She has just worked out a payment plan with the school and they have agreed to allow her to continue with classes as long as some funds come through. She is working hard to build a future for herself and her unborn baby girl.
We are reaching out to you all today seeking support for this young and heroic soul. First, she would do well to receive your prayers - particularly as we enter the holiest week of the year. Secondly, if you are be able to support Ana financially we would be so grateful. If you are able to assist in this way, please respond to this e-mail for further information.
May God bless you all and fill your hearts with Easter joy.
Peace and blessings,
Sr. Grace Dominic, SV
We check our e-mail Monday through Thursday, once daily. If you are in need of a timely response, please call (212) 737-0221.
"When we come to know Christ... When our heart beats with Christ's heart, we see every human life differently.  We look into the womb of every mother, and see the image of the Son of God."  Our founder - John Cardinal O'Connor 

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And in New York

Friday, April 18, 10 a.m.
Communion and Liberation invites you to “The Way of the Cross over the Brooklyn Bridge.” Both Cardinal Dolan and Bishop DiMarzio will be joining at St. James this year. 
It will conclude at St. Peter's Church in Manhattan at approximately 1:30 p.m. For more information please click:http://wocbrooklynbridge.org/.
St. James Cathedral, 250 Cathedral Pl, Brooklyn, NY 11201


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Contributor: Paul A. Zalonski
Catholic Connecticut
255 Foxon Hill Road
East Haven, CT 06513-1216 USA
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Sunday, April 5, 2009

What's Happening in Connecticut


Crism Mass Saint Patrick's Cathedral


On Tuesday, April 7th at 10:30 AM the Crism Mass will be celebrated by Bishop Cote at St. Patrick's Cathedral in Norwich, CT.


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Genesis Bible Study Class


Notre Dame Parish in Durham, CT will begin a bible study class on the book of Genesis. The class with be led by Father Lipton and consist of 6 classes in total covering the book of Genesis, an introduction to the bible, the text, explanation of the stories, and theology behind the stories. Classes begin Monday, April 20th at 7 PM in Notre Dame Parish church hall.

All are invited to attend.

For more information contact Notre Dame Parish at 860-349-3058.


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Pro-life Event...


On April 30, 2009 Gianna Jessen will be the featured guest speaker for A Better Choice Women's Center. The event will take place at the Crowne Plaza Grand Ballroom in Cromwell, CT.


Gianna is an abortion survivor. When her mother was in her third trimester of pregnancy she had a saline abortion. For 18 hours Gianna was burned alive in her mother's womb by the saline solution. She was born pre-mature and survived.


For more on her story and pro-life work, click on her name above.


To attend the ABC's major fundraising event, you need to RSVP before April 12th. For more, call 860-704-0078.


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Pilgrimage to the National Shrine of Divine Mercy


Father Gerard Mulvey, Pastor of St. Pius X is coordinating a pilgrimage to Stockbridge, MA to the National Shrine of Divine Mercy on Saturday June 13, 2009.


This includes a 10:30 AM Mass, bus ride, a luncheon and time at the Shrine to explore, mediate and pray. At 3 PM the Chaplet and Novena of the Divine Mercy are prayed and then all will depart for home.


The cost of the trip is $71. For more information call 860-347-2406.


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