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New Beginnings Friday 05222020

New Beginnings

Friday May 22 2020

A Joyous Moment at St Jude Parking Lot Mass - Diocese EDITORS NOTE What a glorious day to begin outdoor Masses in the Diocese of Bridgeport The mood was one of joy gratitude and reverence in the parishes that resumed the public celebration of Mass The much awaited return to Mass approved by

Read more wwwbridgeportdioceseorg

Let Me Be Frank | Bishop Frank Caggianos Podcast | The Diocese of Bridgeport has published a plan to resume the public celebration of Mass outdoors beginning tomorrow (Ascension Thursday) Hear all about that plan in this weeks episode of Let Me Be Frank Read more podfollowcom

St Jude Mass Livestream

Livestreaming of Masses from St Jude Church is now available We especially thank Fr Jim Bates and Trustee Bill Davoren for their hard work and perseverance in turning this initiative into a reality Ascension Thursday Mass is

currently available on Thursday Morning The Weekend Mass will be livestreamed at 5 pm on Saturday and available for viewing throughout the weekend Please take a look at our first livestreamed Masses on httpswwwstjudercorgview-masseshtml

Outdoor Parking Lot Mass Initiative

On Ascension Thursday about 90 people attended Mass in 50 cars The Masses went very smoothly and we are all excited about how well the Masses were received It was very special to see our fellow parishioners gather together in prayer Every effort is being made for the safety of all attendees and volunteers We will be scheduling outdoor Masses every weekend and hope you will all attend when you are ready Photos from the Ascension Thursday Masses are at the parish photo gallery at httpssaintjudesmugmugcom2020Our-First-Outdoor-Parking-Lot-Mass Also read the feature article about St Judes First Outdoor Mass on the diocesan website This weekend we will have outdoor Masses this week with 15 car registrations available at each Mass in addition to the volunteers We will increase the number of registration available as soon as our volunteers gain some experience with the outdoor Mass logistics The Masses are Saturday at 4 pm and Sunday at noon and 6 pm weather permitting To attend any of these Masses please register at St Jude Drive In Mass We will need your name telephone email and license plate number Also add the names of all who will be in the car for the Mass in the comments We need this information for notifications and contact tracing if needed Your license plate will identify you during the checkin process No one can be admitted without this information and there is no registration at the Mass Please read the article below for more information

Please review the following disclaimer prior to coming St Jude Parish has taken appropriate precautions in light of the CDC and Governor Lamontrsquos recommendations regarding public gatherings in light of the possible transmission of the coronavirus However despite these precautions it is possible that transmission of the virus is still possible due to the public nature

of the service and the unknowns with how the virus may be transmitted By registering for this service participating in the Mass and opting to receive Holy Communion you acknowledge and understand that you are assuming a risk of transmission and will release St Jude Parish or any clergy or volunteer involved in the service from any responsibility should you contract the virus in the future By attending the parish service you recognize the obligation to (i) wear a mask or face covering when required (ii) adhere to all required direction regarding social distance spacing when participating in the service (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO AVOIDING USE OF ANY CHURCH RESTROOMS ANDOR SINKS) and (iii) not attend service if you are sick experiencing any symptoms consistent with the coronavirus or are otherwise required to be quarantined A couple of things to remember Please wear a mask if you will be leaving your windows open or plan to receive Communion Observe social distancing guidelines at all times Read the new guidelines on receiving Communion When leaving your car please have your mask on Move to the line single file observing social distancing Stop when you are 6 in front of the priest or deacon The minister will say the Body of Christ and you respond Amen Move to receive the host holding your hands still and remain silent Move 1 full step to the side partially remover your face mask and consume the host Place your mask back on and return to your car httpwwwbridgeportdioceseorgwp-contentuploads201510Guidelines-for-the-Distribution-of-Holy-Communionpdf Be sure to register bull Try to arrive 15 minutes before mass so everyone can get settled and

mass can start on time bull When you pull into the Parish Center (school) parking lot we will have

volunteers there checking your car and license plate against our registration forms It is a requirement for Contact Tracing

bull You will be directed to another volunteer telling you where to park bull Remember masks on when your car windows are open or you are out of

the car for Communion

bull Tune your car radio to FM 1065 please note the change bull No Bathrooms will be available bull Volunteers will tell you when to leave your car and line up for Communion bull If you cannot walk to the Priest Deacon for Communion please put your

headlights on as a signal for the Volunteer Priest or Deacon to see and come over at the end of Communion

In case of cancellation we will send out an email Thank you to all the volunteers who have already signed up We will need volunteers at the outdoor Masses to help with parking and guide during communion If you are interested and able to volunteer at outdoor masses please email communicationsstjudercgmailcom

As the month of May has been further devoted to praying to the Blessed Virgin Pope Francis opens the month with an appeal to Our Lady

ldquoIn the midst of this present coronavirus pandemic when the whole world

is susceptible to suffering and anxiety we fly to you Mother of God and our Mother and seek refuge under your protection O Virgin Mary turn

your merciful eyes toward us and watch over us with a motherly concernrdquo

Pope at Regina Caeli the Holy Spirit illuminates our Pope Francis catechesis on the Sixth Sunday of Easter is dedicated to the gratuitousness of

Bearing Witness to Christ - Diocese of Bridgeport BRIDGEPORT- The Feast of the Ascension of the Lord is the beginning of a great commissioning to continue his

Gods love and to the gift of the Holy Spirit By Vatican News Pope Francis prayed the Regina Caeli on Sunday and addressed the faithful linked via Read more wwwvaticannewsva

work on earth Bishop Frank J Caggiano said in his homily for Ascension Thursday Our work today is precisely to become a witness to Read more wwwbridgeportdioceseorg

Childrens Rosary during May

Here is the information to participate May Childrens Rosary Dates May 24 31 Time 1000 am to 1040 Join Zoom Meeting httpsus04webzoomusj71070562811pwd=Um1aS0xpUytyQmpQK2xoVXBWVncwUT09 Meeting ID 710 7056 2811 Password 064031 No experience is needed and all children and families are welcome We will follow along with the Childrens Rosary CD or DVD We look forward to praying with you

Food Pantry Request

The response and generosity of the St Jude Parish community to our request for food to our pantry has been exceptional As a result a number of items in high demand have been met Items in need at this time are canned fruit RiceARoni productsand snack foods Thank you again for your continued support of our ministry during this difficult time Stay safe and be well Liz and Jeff Remember drop times in the church are 800-1000 am Monday-Friday and Sundays 730-1100 am (note time change)

Knights of Columbus News

A week ago the Knights led by Bill Gurski organized a spontaneous surprise birthday party for Vito Melfi It was a memorable event complete with a song a toast a blessing and a drive by parade Happy Birthday Vito and many more

Parade and the parade video at httpssaintjudesmugmugcom2020Vito-Melfi-Drive-By-Paradei-SfpmgLR

View the photos at httpssaintjudesmugmugcom2020Vito-Melfi-Drive-By-

Thank You for Your Support A heartfelt thanks to all of you who have so generously responded to our financial appeal We are humbled by the overwhelming response which has included a 55 increase in the number of parishioners giving online the faithful mailing in of offertory envelopes to the parish the sharing by several of our parishioners of their stimulus checks and the anonymous donation of funds to purchase equipment so that we can live stream our Masses in the near future We are blessed that you find us worthy of your prayerful financial support Stay safe and God Bless you all Father Henry

Online Giving

St Jude Italian Festival and Raffle

Will there be a Festival this year The committee is actively planning to have one this year August 26th thru 29th It will be the 30th anniversary year of the St Jude Italian Festival We will for sure have a raffle which will be a very important fund raiser for the parish Last year many parishioners indicated an interest for cash prizes and sohellip Our raffle this year has a chance to win three great prizes with the price of a ticket still at 500 each Our Prizes this year will be First prize $ 303000 CASH Second Prize $ 103000 CASH Third Prize $ 53000 CASH Tickets will be distributed to all parishioners after the 29th of May Look for the letter from our pastor Father Henry with all the details Please purchase or sell as many as you can Return payment the stub portion of the ticket and tickets not purchased or sold to the parish office or in the collection basket at church in an envelope marked Raffle when Masses are resumed

Masses

The videotaped Mass for Ascension Thursday May 21st is posted and can be viewed from at a new website locationhttpswwwstjudercorgview-masseshtml We will be livestreaming Weekend Masses from St Jude Church every Saturday at 5 pm This week the Ascension Thursday Mass was recorded and available

ew-masseshtml

If you have a special prayer intention that you would like to have offered during my daily private celebration of the Mass please email your request to prayerrequestsstjuderccom A list of daily live streamed Masses in the diocese is available at httpswwwbridgeportdioceseorgcoronaviruslivestreamed-masses-and-prayers The Act of Spiritual Communion is posted below for your convenience

Act of Spiritual Communion

My Jesus I believe that You are present in the Most Holy Sacrament I love You above all things and I desire to receive You into my soul Since I cannot at this moment receive You sacramentally come at least spiritually into my heart I embrace You as if You were already there and unite myself wholly to You Never permit me to be separated from You Amen

Office Hours

Church Hours

at httpswwwstjudercorgvi

To help protect staff and clergy we are currently restricting visits to the parish office Parishioners are encouraged if they have questions concerns or pastoral needs to contact the office by phone (203)-261-6404 or e-mail parishofficestjuderccom Voice mails and e-mails will be monitored for appropriate response

For Private Prayer and Confession

Weekdays 8 am until 10 am Saturdays Church is closed Drive by confessions at 3 PM to 330 Sundays 730 am until 11 am note time change due to Outdoor Masses

Email Us

St Jude Parish 707 Monroe Tpke Monroe CT 06468

203-261-6404

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Read more wwwbridgeportdioceseorg

Let Me Be Frank | Bishop Frank Caggianos Podcast | The Diocese of Bridgeport has published a plan to resume the public celebration of Mass outdoors beginning tomorrow (Ascension Thursday) Hear all about that plan in this weeks episode of Let Me Be Frank Read more podfollowcom

St Jude Mass Livestream

Livestreaming of Masses from St Jude Church is now available We especially thank Fr Jim Bates and Trustee Bill Davoren for their hard work and perseverance in turning this initiative into a reality Ascension Thursday Mass is

currently available on Thursday Morning The Weekend Mass will be livestreamed at 5 pm on Saturday and available for viewing throughout the weekend Please take a look at our first livestreamed Masses on httpswwwstjudercorgview-masseshtml

Outdoor Parking Lot Mass Initiative

On Ascension Thursday about 90 people attended Mass in 50 cars The Masses went very smoothly and we are all excited about how well the Masses were received It was very special to see our fellow parishioners gather together in prayer Every effort is being made for the safety of all attendees and volunteers We will be scheduling outdoor Masses every weekend and hope you will all attend when you are ready Photos from the Ascension Thursday Masses are at the parish photo gallery at httpssaintjudesmugmugcom2020Our-First-Outdoor-Parking-Lot-Mass Also read the feature article about St Judes First Outdoor Mass on the diocesan website This weekend we will have outdoor Masses this week with 15 car registrations available at each Mass in addition to the volunteers We will increase the number of registration available as soon as our volunteers gain some experience with the outdoor Mass logistics The Masses are Saturday at 4 pm and Sunday at noon and 6 pm weather permitting To attend any of these Masses please register at St Jude Drive In Mass We will need your name telephone email and license plate number Also add the names of all who will be in the car for the Mass in the comments We need this information for notifications and contact tracing if needed Your license plate will identify you during the checkin process No one can be admitted without this information and there is no registration at the Mass Please read the article below for more information

Please review the following disclaimer prior to coming St Jude Parish has taken appropriate precautions in light of the CDC and Governor Lamontrsquos recommendations regarding public gatherings in light of the possible transmission of the coronavirus However despite these precautions it is possible that transmission of the virus is still possible due to the public nature

of the service and the unknowns with how the virus may be transmitted By registering for this service participating in the Mass and opting to receive Holy Communion you acknowledge and understand that you are assuming a risk of transmission and will release St Jude Parish or any clergy or volunteer involved in the service from any responsibility should you contract the virus in the future By attending the parish service you recognize the obligation to (i) wear a mask or face covering when required (ii) adhere to all required direction regarding social distance spacing when participating in the service (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO AVOIDING USE OF ANY CHURCH RESTROOMS ANDOR SINKS) and (iii) not attend service if you are sick experiencing any symptoms consistent with the coronavirus or are otherwise required to be quarantined A couple of things to remember Please wear a mask if you will be leaving your windows open or plan to receive Communion Observe social distancing guidelines at all times Read the new guidelines on receiving Communion When leaving your car please have your mask on Move to the line single file observing social distancing Stop when you are 6 in front of the priest or deacon The minister will say the Body of Christ and you respond Amen Move to receive the host holding your hands still and remain silent Move 1 full step to the side partially remover your face mask and consume the host Place your mask back on and return to your car httpwwwbridgeportdioceseorgwp-contentuploads201510Guidelines-for-the-Distribution-of-Holy-Communionpdf Be sure to register bull Try to arrive 15 minutes before mass so everyone can get settled and

mass can start on time bull When you pull into the Parish Center (school) parking lot we will have

volunteers there checking your car and license plate against our registration forms It is a requirement for Contact Tracing

bull You will be directed to another volunteer telling you where to park bull Remember masks on when your car windows are open or you are out of

the car for Communion

bull Tune your car radio to FM 1065 please note the change bull No Bathrooms will be available bull Volunteers will tell you when to leave your car and line up for Communion bull If you cannot walk to the Priest Deacon for Communion please put your

headlights on as a signal for the Volunteer Priest or Deacon to see and come over at the end of Communion

In case of cancellation we will send out an email Thank you to all the volunteers who have already signed up We will need volunteers at the outdoor Masses to help with parking and guide during communion If you are interested and able to volunteer at outdoor masses please email communicationsstjudercgmailcom

As the month of May has been further devoted to praying to the Blessed Virgin Pope Francis opens the month with an appeal to Our Lady

ldquoIn the midst of this present coronavirus pandemic when the whole world

is susceptible to suffering and anxiety we fly to you Mother of God and our Mother and seek refuge under your protection O Virgin Mary turn

your merciful eyes toward us and watch over us with a motherly concernrdquo

Pope at Regina Caeli the Holy Spirit illuminates our Pope Francis catechesis on the Sixth Sunday of Easter is dedicated to the gratuitousness of

Bearing Witness to Christ - Diocese of Bridgeport BRIDGEPORT- The Feast of the Ascension of the Lord is the beginning of a great commissioning to continue his

Gods love and to the gift of the Holy Spirit By Vatican News Pope Francis prayed the Regina Caeli on Sunday and addressed the faithful linked via Read more wwwvaticannewsva

work on earth Bishop Frank J Caggiano said in his homily for Ascension Thursday Our work today is precisely to become a witness to Read more wwwbridgeportdioceseorg

Childrens Rosary during May

Here is the information to participate May Childrens Rosary Dates May 24 31 Time 1000 am to 1040 Join Zoom Meeting httpsus04webzoomusj71070562811pwd=Um1aS0xpUytyQmpQK2xoVXBWVncwUT09 Meeting ID 710 7056 2811 Password 064031 No experience is needed and all children and families are welcome We will follow along with the Childrens Rosary CD or DVD We look forward to praying with you

Food Pantry Request

The response and generosity of the St Jude Parish community to our request for food to our pantry has been exceptional As a result a number of items in high demand have been met Items in need at this time are canned fruit RiceARoni productsand snack foods Thank you again for your continued support of our ministry during this difficult time Stay safe and be well Liz and Jeff Remember drop times in the church are 800-1000 am Monday-Friday and Sundays 730-1100 am (note time change)

Knights of Columbus News

A week ago the Knights led by Bill Gurski organized a spontaneous surprise birthday party for Vito Melfi It was a memorable event complete with a song a toast a blessing and a drive by parade Happy Birthday Vito and many more

Parade and the parade video at httpssaintjudesmugmugcom2020Vito-Melfi-Drive-By-Paradei-SfpmgLR

View the photos at httpssaintjudesmugmugcom2020Vito-Melfi-Drive-By-

Thank You for Your Support A heartfelt thanks to all of you who have so generously responded to our financial appeal We are humbled by the overwhelming response which has included a 55 increase in the number of parishioners giving online the faithful mailing in of offertory envelopes to the parish the sharing by several of our parishioners of their stimulus checks and the anonymous donation of funds to purchase equipment so that we can live stream our Masses in the near future We are blessed that you find us worthy of your prayerful financial support Stay safe and God Bless you all Father Henry

Online Giving

St Jude Italian Festival and Raffle

Will there be a Festival this year The committee is actively planning to have one this year August 26th thru 29th It will be the 30th anniversary year of the St Jude Italian Festival We will for sure have a raffle which will be a very important fund raiser for the parish Last year many parishioners indicated an interest for cash prizes and sohellip Our raffle this year has a chance to win three great prizes with the price of a ticket still at 500 each Our Prizes this year will be First prize $ 303000 CASH Second Prize $ 103000 CASH Third Prize $ 53000 CASH Tickets will be distributed to all parishioners after the 29th of May Look for the letter from our pastor Father Henry with all the details Please purchase or sell as many as you can Return payment the stub portion of the ticket and tickets not purchased or sold to the parish office or in the collection basket at church in an envelope marked Raffle when Masses are resumed

Masses

The videotaped Mass for Ascension Thursday May 21st is posted and can be viewed from at a new website locationhttpswwwstjudercorgview-masseshtml We will be livestreaming Weekend Masses from St Jude Church every Saturday at 5 pm This week the Ascension Thursday Mass was recorded and available

ew-masseshtml

If you have a special prayer intention that you would like to have offered during my daily private celebration of the Mass please email your request to prayerrequestsstjuderccom A list of daily live streamed Masses in the diocese is available at httpswwwbridgeportdioceseorgcoronaviruslivestreamed-masses-and-prayers The Act of Spiritual Communion is posted below for your convenience

Act of Spiritual Communion

My Jesus I believe that You are present in the Most Holy Sacrament I love You above all things and I desire to receive You into my soul Since I cannot at this moment receive You sacramentally come at least spiritually into my heart I embrace You as if You were already there and unite myself wholly to You Never permit me to be separated from You Amen

Office Hours

Church Hours

at httpswwwstjudercorgvi

To help protect staff and clergy we are currently restricting visits to the parish office Parishioners are encouraged if they have questions concerns or pastoral needs to contact the office by phone (203)-261-6404 or e-mail parishofficestjuderccom Voice mails and e-mails will be monitored for appropriate response

For Private Prayer and Confession

Weekdays 8 am until 10 am Saturdays Church is closed Drive by confessions at 3 PM to 330 Sundays 730 am until 11 am note time change due to Outdoor Masses

Email Us

St Jude Parish 707 Monroe Tpke Monroe CT 06468

203-261-6404

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currently available on Thursday Morning The Weekend Mass will be livestreamed at 5 pm on Saturday and available for viewing throughout the weekend Please take a look at our first livestreamed Masses on httpswwwstjudercorgview-masseshtml

Outdoor Parking Lot Mass Initiative

On Ascension Thursday about 90 people attended Mass in 50 cars The Masses went very smoothly and we are all excited about how well the Masses were received It was very special to see our fellow parishioners gather together in prayer Every effort is being made for the safety of all attendees and volunteers We will be scheduling outdoor Masses every weekend and hope you will all attend when you are ready Photos from the Ascension Thursday Masses are at the parish photo gallery at httpssaintjudesmugmugcom2020Our-First-Outdoor-Parking-Lot-Mass Also read the feature article about St Judes First Outdoor Mass on the diocesan website This weekend we will have outdoor Masses this week with 15 car registrations available at each Mass in addition to the volunteers We will increase the number of registration available as soon as our volunteers gain some experience with the outdoor Mass logistics The Masses are Saturday at 4 pm and Sunday at noon and 6 pm weather permitting To attend any of these Masses please register at St Jude Drive In Mass We will need your name telephone email and license plate number Also add the names of all who will be in the car for the Mass in the comments We need this information for notifications and contact tracing if needed Your license plate will identify you during the checkin process No one can be admitted without this information and there is no registration at the Mass Please read the article below for more information

Please review the following disclaimer prior to coming St Jude Parish has taken appropriate precautions in light of the CDC and Governor Lamontrsquos recommendations regarding public gatherings in light of the possible transmission of the coronavirus However despite these precautions it is possible that transmission of the virus is still possible due to the public nature

of the service and the unknowns with how the virus may be transmitted By registering for this service participating in the Mass and opting to receive Holy Communion you acknowledge and understand that you are assuming a risk of transmission and will release St Jude Parish or any clergy or volunteer involved in the service from any responsibility should you contract the virus in the future By attending the parish service you recognize the obligation to (i) wear a mask or face covering when required (ii) adhere to all required direction regarding social distance spacing when participating in the service (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO AVOIDING USE OF ANY CHURCH RESTROOMS ANDOR SINKS) and (iii) not attend service if you are sick experiencing any symptoms consistent with the coronavirus or are otherwise required to be quarantined A couple of things to remember Please wear a mask if you will be leaving your windows open or plan to receive Communion Observe social distancing guidelines at all times Read the new guidelines on receiving Communion When leaving your car please have your mask on Move to the line single file observing social distancing Stop when you are 6 in front of the priest or deacon The minister will say the Body of Christ and you respond Amen Move to receive the host holding your hands still and remain silent Move 1 full step to the side partially remover your face mask and consume the host Place your mask back on and return to your car httpwwwbridgeportdioceseorgwp-contentuploads201510Guidelines-for-the-Distribution-of-Holy-Communionpdf Be sure to register bull Try to arrive 15 minutes before mass so everyone can get settled and

mass can start on time bull When you pull into the Parish Center (school) parking lot we will have

volunteers there checking your car and license plate against our registration forms It is a requirement for Contact Tracing

bull You will be directed to another volunteer telling you where to park bull Remember masks on when your car windows are open or you are out of

the car for Communion

bull Tune your car radio to FM 1065 please note the change bull No Bathrooms will be available bull Volunteers will tell you when to leave your car and line up for Communion bull If you cannot walk to the Priest Deacon for Communion please put your

headlights on as a signal for the Volunteer Priest or Deacon to see and come over at the end of Communion

In case of cancellation we will send out an email Thank you to all the volunteers who have already signed up We will need volunteers at the outdoor Masses to help with parking and guide during communion If you are interested and able to volunteer at outdoor masses please email communicationsstjudercgmailcom

As the month of May has been further devoted to praying to the Blessed Virgin Pope Francis opens the month with an appeal to Our Lady

ldquoIn the midst of this present coronavirus pandemic when the whole world

is susceptible to suffering and anxiety we fly to you Mother of God and our Mother and seek refuge under your protection O Virgin Mary turn

your merciful eyes toward us and watch over us with a motherly concernrdquo

Pope at Regina Caeli the Holy Spirit illuminates our Pope Francis catechesis on the Sixth Sunday of Easter is dedicated to the gratuitousness of

Bearing Witness to Christ - Diocese of Bridgeport BRIDGEPORT- The Feast of the Ascension of the Lord is the beginning of a great commissioning to continue his

Gods love and to the gift of the Holy Spirit By Vatican News Pope Francis prayed the Regina Caeli on Sunday and addressed the faithful linked via Read more wwwvaticannewsva

work on earth Bishop Frank J Caggiano said in his homily for Ascension Thursday Our work today is precisely to become a witness to Read more wwwbridgeportdioceseorg

Childrens Rosary during May

Here is the information to participate May Childrens Rosary Dates May 24 31 Time 1000 am to 1040 Join Zoom Meeting httpsus04webzoomusj71070562811pwd=Um1aS0xpUytyQmpQK2xoVXBWVncwUT09 Meeting ID 710 7056 2811 Password 064031 No experience is needed and all children and families are welcome We will follow along with the Childrens Rosary CD or DVD We look forward to praying with you

Food Pantry Request

The response and generosity of the St Jude Parish community to our request for food to our pantry has been exceptional As a result a number of items in high demand have been met Items in need at this time are canned fruit RiceARoni productsand snack foods Thank you again for your continued support of our ministry during this difficult time Stay safe and be well Liz and Jeff Remember drop times in the church are 800-1000 am Monday-Friday and Sundays 730-1100 am (note time change)

Knights of Columbus News

A week ago the Knights led by Bill Gurski organized a spontaneous surprise birthday party for Vito Melfi It was a memorable event complete with a song a toast a blessing and a drive by parade Happy Birthday Vito and many more

Parade and the parade video at httpssaintjudesmugmugcom2020Vito-Melfi-Drive-By-Paradei-SfpmgLR

View the photos at httpssaintjudesmugmugcom2020Vito-Melfi-Drive-By-

Thank You for Your Support A heartfelt thanks to all of you who have so generously responded to our financial appeal We are humbled by the overwhelming response which has included a 55 increase in the number of parishioners giving online the faithful mailing in of offertory envelopes to the parish the sharing by several of our parishioners of their stimulus checks and the anonymous donation of funds to purchase equipment so that we can live stream our Masses in the near future We are blessed that you find us worthy of your prayerful financial support Stay safe and God Bless you all Father Henry

Online Giving

St Jude Italian Festival and Raffle

Will there be a Festival this year The committee is actively planning to have one this year August 26th thru 29th It will be the 30th anniversary year of the St Jude Italian Festival We will for sure have a raffle which will be a very important fund raiser for the parish Last year many parishioners indicated an interest for cash prizes and sohellip Our raffle this year has a chance to win three great prizes with the price of a ticket still at 500 each Our Prizes this year will be First prize $ 303000 CASH Second Prize $ 103000 CASH Third Prize $ 53000 CASH Tickets will be distributed to all parishioners after the 29th of May Look for the letter from our pastor Father Henry with all the details Please purchase or sell as many as you can Return payment the stub portion of the ticket and tickets not purchased or sold to the parish office or in the collection basket at church in an envelope marked Raffle when Masses are resumed

Masses

The videotaped Mass for Ascension Thursday May 21st is posted and can be viewed from at a new website locationhttpswwwstjudercorgview-masseshtml We will be livestreaming Weekend Masses from St Jude Church every Saturday at 5 pm This week the Ascension Thursday Mass was recorded and available

ew-masseshtml

If you have a special prayer intention that you would like to have offered during my daily private celebration of the Mass please email your request to prayerrequestsstjuderccom A list of daily live streamed Masses in the diocese is available at httpswwwbridgeportdioceseorgcoronaviruslivestreamed-masses-and-prayers The Act of Spiritual Communion is posted below for your convenience

Act of Spiritual Communion

My Jesus I believe that You are present in the Most Holy Sacrament I love You above all things and I desire to receive You into my soul Since I cannot at this moment receive You sacramentally come at least spiritually into my heart I embrace You as if You were already there and unite myself wholly to You Never permit me to be separated from You Amen

Office Hours

Church Hours

at httpswwwstjudercorgvi

To help protect staff and clergy we are currently restricting visits to the parish office Parishioners are encouraged if they have questions concerns or pastoral needs to contact the office by phone (203)-261-6404 or e-mail parishofficestjuderccom Voice mails and e-mails will be monitored for appropriate response

For Private Prayer and Confession

Weekdays 8 am until 10 am Saturdays Church is closed Drive by confessions at 3 PM to 330 Sundays 730 am until 11 am note time change due to Outdoor Masses

Email Us

St Jude Parish 707 Monroe Tpke Monroe CT 06468

203-261-6404

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of the service and the unknowns with how the virus may be transmitted By registering for this service participating in the Mass and opting to receive Holy Communion you acknowledge and understand that you are assuming a risk of transmission and will release St Jude Parish or any clergy or volunteer involved in the service from any responsibility should you contract the virus in the future By attending the parish service you recognize the obligation to (i) wear a mask or face covering when required (ii) adhere to all required direction regarding social distance spacing when participating in the service (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO AVOIDING USE OF ANY CHURCH RESTROOMS ANDOR SINKS) and (iii) not attend service if you are sick experiencing any symptoms consistent with the coronavirus or are otherwise required to be quarantined A couple of things to remember Please wear a mask if you will be leaving your windows open or plan to receive Communion Observe social distancing guidelines at all times Read the new guidelines on receiving Communion When leaving your car please have your mask on Move to the line single file observing social distancing Stop when you are 6 in front of the priest or deacon The minister will say the Body of Christ and you respond Amen Move to receive the host holding your hands still and remain silent Move 1 full step to the side partially remover your face mask and consume the host Place your mask back on and return to your car httpwwwbridgeportdioceseorgwp-contentuploads201510Guidelines-for-the-Distribution-of-Holy-Communionpdf Be sure to register bull Try to arrive 15 minutes before mass so everyone can get settled and

mass can start on time bull When you pull into the Parish Center (school) parking lot we will have

volunteers there checking your car and license plate against our registration forms It is a requirement for Contact Tracing

bull You will be directed to another volunteer telling you where to park bull Remember masks on when your car windows are open or you are out of

the car for Communion

bull Tune your car radio to FM 1065 please note the change bull No Bathrooms will be available bull Volunteers will tell you when to leave your car and line up for Communion bull If you cannot walk to the Priest Deacon for Communion please put your

headlights on as a signal for the Volunteer Priest or Deacon to see and come over at the end of Communion

In case of cancellation we will send out an email Thank you to all the volunteers who have already signed up We will need volunteers at the outdoor Masses to help with parking and guide during communion If you are interested and able to volunteer at outdoor masses please email communicationsstjudercgmailcom

As the month of May has been further devoted to praying to the Blessed Virgin Pope Francis opens the month with an appeal to Our Lady

ldquoIn the midst of this present coronavirus pandemic when the whole world

is susceptible to suffering and anxiety we fly to you Mother of God and our Mother and seek refuge under your protection O Virgin Mary turn

your merciful eyes toward us and watch over us with a motherly concernrdquo

Pope at Regina Caeli the Holy Spirit illuminates our Pope Francis catechesis on the Sixth Sunday of Easter is dedicated to the gratuitousness of

Bearing Witness to Christ - Diocese of Bridgeport BRIDGEPORT- The Feast of the Ascension of the Lord is the beginning of a great commissioning to continue his

Gods love and to the gift of the Holy Spirit By Vatican News Pope Francis prayed the Regina Caeli on Sunday and addressed the faithful linked via Read more wwwvaticannewsva

work on earth Bishop Frank J Caggiano said in his homily for Ascension Thursday Our work today is precisely to become a witness to Read more wwwbridgeportdioceseorg

Childrens Rosary during May

Here is the information to participate May Childrens Rosary Dates May 24 31 Time 1000 am to 1040 Join Zoom Meeting httpsus04webzoomusj71070562811pwd=Um1aS0xpUytyQmpQK2xoVXBWVncwUT09 Meeting ID 710 7056 2811 Password 064031 No experience is needed and all children and families are welcome We will follow along with the Childrens Rosary CD or DVD We look forward to praying with you

Food Pantry Request

The response and generosity of the St Jude Parish community to our request for food to our pantry has been exceptional As a result a number of items in high demand have been met Items in need at this time are canned fruit RiceARoni productsand snack foods Thank you again for your continued support of our ministry during this difficult time Stay safe and be well Liz and Jeff Remember drop times in the church are 800-1000 am Monday-Friday and Sundays 730-1100 am (note time change)

Knights of Columbus News

A week ago the Knights led by Bill Gurski organized a spontaneous surprise birthday party for Vito Melfi It was a memorable event complete with a song a toast a blessing and a drive by parade Happy Birthday Vito and many more

Parade and the parade video at httpssaintjudesmugmugcom2020Vito-Melfi-Drive-By-Paradei-SfpmgLR

View the photos at httpssaintjudesmugmugcom2020Vito-Melfi-Drive-By-

Thank You for Your Support A heartfelt thanks to all of you who have so generously responded to our financial appeal We are humbled by the overwhelming response which has included a 55 increase in the number of parishioners giving online the faithful mailing in of offertory envelopes to the parish the sharing by several of our parishioners of their stimulus checks and the anonymous donation of funds to purchase equipment so that we can live stream our Masses in the near future We are blessed that you find us worthy of your prayerful financial support Stay safe and God Bless you all Father Henry

Online Giving

St Jude Italian Festival and Raffle

Will there be a Festival this year The committee is actively planning to have one this year August 26th thru 29th It will be the 30th anniversary year of the St Jude Italian Festival We will for sure have a raffle which will be a very important fund raiser for the parish Last year many parishioners indicated an interest for cash prizes and sohellip Our raffle this year has a chance to win three great prizes with the price of a ticket still at 500 each Our Prizes this year will be First prize $ 303000 CASH Second Prize $ 103000 CASH Third Prize $ 53000 CASH Tickets will be distributed to all parishioners after the 29th of May Look for the letter from our pastor Father Henry with all the details Please purchase or sell as many as you can Return payment the stub portion of the ticket and tickets not purchased or sold to the parish office or in the collection basket at church in an envelope marked Raffle when Masses are resumed

Masses

The videotaped Mass for Ascension Thursday May 21st is posted and can be viewed from at a new website locationhttpswwwstjudercorgview-masseshtml We will be livestreaming Weekend Masses from St Jude Church every Saturday at 5 pm This week the Ascension Thursday Mass was recorded and available

ew-masseshtml

If you have a special prayer intention that you would like to have offered during my daily private celebration of the Mass please email your request to prayerrequestsstjuderccom A list of daily live streamed Masses in the diocese is available at httpswwwbridgeportdioceseorgcoronaviruslivestreamed-masses-and-prayers The Act of Spiritual Communion is posted below for your convenience

Act of Spiritual Communion

My Jesus I believe that You are present in the Most Holy Sacrament I love You above all things and I desire to receive You into my soul Since I cannot at this moment receive You sacramentally come at least spiritually into my heart I embrace You as if You were already there and unite myself wholly to You Never permit me to be separated from You Amen

Office Hours

Church Hours

at httpswwwstjudercorgvi

To help protect staff and clergy we are currently restricting visits to the parish office Parishioners are encouraged if they have questions concerns or pastoral needs to contact the office by phone (203)-261-6404 or e-mail parishofficestjuderccom Voice mails and e-mails will be monitored for appropriate response

For Private Prayer and Confession

Weekdays 8 am until 10 am Saturdays Church is closed Drive by confessions at 3 PM to 330 Sundays 730 am until 11 am note time change due to Outdoor Masses

Email Us

St Jude Parish 707 Monroe Tpke Monroe CT 06468

203-261-6404

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bull Tune your car radio to FM 1065 please note the change bull No Bathrooms will be available bull Volunteers will tell you when to leave your car and line up for Communion bull If you cannot walk to the Priest Deacon for Communion please put your

headlights on as a signal for the Volunteer Priest or Deacon to see and come over at the end of Communion

In case of cancellation we will send out an email Thank you to all the volunteers who have already signed up We will need volunteers at the outdoor Masses to help with parking and guide during communion If you are interested and able to volunteer at outdoor masses please email communicationsstjudercgmailcom

As the month of May has been further devoted to praying to the Blessed Virgin Pope Francis opens the month with an appeal to Our Lady

ldquoIn the midst of this present coronavirus pandemic when the whole world

is susceptible to suffering and anxiety we fly to you Mother of God and our Mother and seek refuge under your protection O Virgin Mary turn

your merciful eyes toward us and watch over us with a motherly concernrdquo

Pope at Regina Caeli the Holy Spirit illuminates our Pope Francis catechesis on the Sixth Sunday of Easter is dedicated to the gratuitousness of

Bearing Witness to Christ - Diocese of Bridgeport BRIDGEPORT- The Feast of the Ascension of the Lord is the beginning of a great commissioning to continue his

Gods love and to the gift of the Holy Spirit By Vatican News Pope Francis prayed the Regina Caeli on Sunday and addressed the faithful linked via Read more wwwvaticannewsva

work on earth Bishop Frank J Caggiano said in his homily for Ascension Thursday Our work today is precisely to become a witness to Read more wwwbridgeportdioceseorg

Childrens Rosary during May

Here is the information to participate May Childrens Rosary Dates May 24 31 Time 1000 am to 1040 Join Zoom Meeting httpsus04webzoomusj71070562811pwd=Um1aS0xpUytyQmpQK2xoVXBWVncwUT09 Meeting ID 710 7056 2811 Password 064031 No experience is needed and all children and families are welcome We will follow along with the Childrens Rosary CD or DVD We look forward to praying with you

Food Pantry Request

The response and generosity of the St Jude Parish community to our request for food to our pantry has been exceptional As a result a number of items in high demand have been met Items in need at this time are canned fruit RiceARoni productsand snack foods Thank you again for your continued support of our ministry during this difficult time Stay safe and be well Liz and Jeff Remember drop times in the church are 800-1000 am Monday-Friday and Sundays 730-1100 am (note time change)

Knights of Columbus News

A week ago the Knights led by Bill Gurski organized a spontaneous surprise birthday party for Vito Melfi It was a memorable event complete with a song a toast a blessing and a drive by parade Happy Birthday Vito and many more

Parade and the parade video at httpssaintjudesmugmugcom2020Vito-Melfi-Drive-By-Paradei-SfpmgLR

View the photos at httpssaintjudesmugmugcom2020Vito-Melfi-Drive-By-

Thank You for Your Support A heartfelt thanks to all of you who have so generously responded to our financial appeal We are humbled by the overwhelming response which has included a 55 increase in the number of parishioners giving online the faithful mailing in of offertory envelopes to the parish the sharing by several of our parishioners of their stimulus checks and the anonymous donation of funds to purchase equipment so that we can live stream our Masses in the near future We are blessed that you find us worthy of your prayerful financial support Stay safe and God Bless you all Father Henry

Online Giving

St Jude Italian Festival and Raffle

Will there be a Festival this year The committee is actively planning to have one this year August 26th thru 29th It will be the 30th anniversary year of the St Jude Italian Festival We will for sure have a raffle which will be a very important fund raiser for the parish Last year many parishioners indicated an interest for cash prizes and sohellip Our raffle this year has a chance to win three great prizes with the price of a ticket still at 500 each Our Prizes this year will be First prize $ 303000 CASH Second Prize $ 103000 CASH Third Prize $ 53000 CASH Tickets will be distributed to all parishioners after the 29th of May Look for the letter from our pastor Father Henry with all the details Please purchase or sell as many as you can Return payment the stub portion of the ticket and tickets not purchased or sold to the parish office or in the collection basket at church in an envelope marked Raffle when Masses are resumed

Masses

The videotaped Mass for Ascension Thursday May 21st is posted and can be viewed from at a new website locationhttpswwwstjudercorgview-masseshtml We will be livestreaming Weekend Masses from St Jude Church every Saturday at 5 pm This week the Ascension Thursday Mass was recorded and available

ew-masseshtml

If you have a special prayer intention that you would like to have offered during my daily private celebration of the Mass please email your request to prayerrequestsstjuderccom A list of daily live streamed Masses in the diocese is available at httpswwwbridgeportdioceseorgcoronaviruslivestreamed-masses-and-prayers The Act of Spiritual Communion is posted below for your convenience

Act of Spiritual Communion

My Jesus I believe that You are present in the Most Holy Sacrament I love You above all things and I desire to receive You into my soul Since I cannot at this moment receive You sacramentally come at least spiritually into my heart I embrace You as if You were already there and unite myself wholly to You Never permit me to be separated from You Amen

Office Hours

Church Hours

at httpswwwstjudercorgvi

To help protect staff and clergy we are currently restricting visits to the parish office Parishioners are encouraged if they have questions concerns or pastoral needs to contact the office by phone (203)-261-6404 or e-mail parishofficestjuderccom Voice mails and e-mails will be monitored for appropriate response

For Private Prayer and Confession

Weekdays 8 am until 10 am Saturdays Church is closed Drive by confessions at 3 PM to 330 Sundays 730 am until 11 am note time change due to Outdoor Masses

Email Us

St Jude Parish 707 Monroe Tpke Monroe CT 06468

203-261-6404

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Gods love and to the gift of the Holy Spirit By Vatican News Pope Francis prayed the Regina Caeli on Sunday and addressed the faithful linked via Read more wwwvaticannewsva

work on earth Bishop Frank J Caggiano said in his homily for Ascension Thursday Our work today is precisely to become a witness to Read more wwwbridgeportdioceseorg

Childrens Rosary during May

Here is the information to participate May Childrens Rosary Dates May 24 31 Time 1000 am to 1040 Join Zoom Meeting httpsus04webzoomusj71070562811pwd=Um1aS0xpUytyQmpQK2xoVXBWVncwUT09 Meeting ID 710 7056 2811 Password 064031 No experience is needed and all children and families are welcome We will follow along with the Childrens Rosary CD or DVD We look forward to praying with you

Food Pantry Request

The response and generosity of the St Jude Parish community to our request for food to our pantry has been exceptional As a result a number of items in high demand have been met Items in need at this time are canned fruit RiceARoni productsand snack foods Thank you again for your continued support of our ministry during this difficult time Stay safe and be well Liz and Jeff Remember drop times in the church are 800-1000 am Monday-Friday and Sundays 730-1100 am (note time change)

Knights of Columbus News

A week ago the Knights led by Bill Gurski organized a spontaneous surprise birthday party for Vito Melfi It was a memorable event complete with a song a toast a blessing and a drive by parade Happy Birthday Vito and many more

Parade and the parade video at httpssaintjudesmugmugcom2020Vito-Melfi-Drive-By-Paradei-SfpmgLR

View the photos at httpssaintjudesmugmugcom2020Vito-Melfi-Drive-By-

Thank You for Your Support A heartfelt thanks to all of you who have so generously responded to our financial appeal We are humbled by the overwhelming response which has included a 55 increase in the number of parishioners giving online the faithful mailing in of offertory envelopes to the parish the sharing by several of our parishioners of their stimulus checks and the anonymous donation of funds to purchase equipment so that we can live stream our Masses in the near future We are blessed that you find us worthy of your prayerful financial support Stay safe and God Bless you all Father Henry

Online Giving

St Jude Italian Festival and Raffle

Will there be a Festival this year The committee is actively planning to have one this year August 26th thru 29th It will be the 30th anniversary year of the St Jude Italian Festival We will for sure have a raffle which will be a very important fund raiser for the parish Last year many parishioners indicated an interest for cash prizes and sohellip Our raffle this year has a chance to win three great prizes with the price of a ticket still at 500 each Our Prizes this year will be First prize $ 303000 CASH Second Prize $ 103000 CASH Third Prize $ 53000 CASH Tickets will be distributed to all parishioners after the 29th of May Look for the letter from our pastor Father Henry with all the details Please purchase or sell as many as you can Return payment the stub portion of the ticket and tickets not purchased or sold to the parish office or in the collection basket at church in an envelope marked Raffle when Masses are resumed

Masses

The videotaped Mass for Ascension Thursday May 21st is posted and can be viewed from at a new website locationhttpswwwstjudercorgview-masseshtml We will be livestreaming Weekend Masses from St Jude Church every Saturday at 5 pm This week the Ascension Thursday Mass was recorded and available

ew-masseshtml

If you have a special prayer intention that you would like to have offered during my daily private celebration of the Mass please email your request to prayerrequestsstjuderccom A list of daily live streamed Masses in the diocese is available at httpswwwbridgeportdioceseorgcoronaviruslivestreamed-masses-and-prayers The Act of Spiritual Communion is posted below for your convenience

Act of Spiritual Communion

My Jesus I believe that You are present in the Most Holy Sacrament I love You above all things and I desire to receive You into my soul Since I cannot at this moment receive You sacramentally come at least spiritually into my heart I embrace You as if You were already there and unite myself wholly to You Never permit me to be separated from You Amen

Office Hours

Church Hours

at httpswwwstjudercorgvi

To help protect staff and clergy we are currently restricting visits to the parish office Parishioners are encouraged if they have questions concerns or pastoral needs to contact the office by phone (203)-261-6404 or e-mail parishofficestjuderccom Voice mails and e-mails will be monitored for appropriate response

For Private Prayer and Confession

Weekdays 8 am until 10 am Saturdays Church is closed Drive by confessions at 3 PM to 330 Sundays 730 am until 11 am note time change due to Outdoor Masses

Email Us

St Jude Parish 707 Monroe Tpke Monroe CT 06468

203-261-6404

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The response and generosity of the St Jude Parish community to our request for food to our pantry has been exceptional As a result a number of items in high demand have been met Items in need at this time are canned fruit RiceARoni productsand snack foods Thank you again for your continued support of our ministry during this difficult time Stay safe and be well Liz and Jeff Remember drop times in the church are 800-1000 am Monday-Friday and Sundays 730-1100 am (note time change)

Knights of Columbus News

A week ago the Knights led by Bill Gurski organized a spontaneous surprise birthday party for Vito Melfi It was a memorable event complete with a song a toast a blessing and a drive by parade Happy Birthday Vito and many more

Parade and the parade video at httpssaintjudesmugmugcom2020Vito-Melfi-Drive-By-Paradei-SfpmgLR

View the photos at httpssaintjudesmugmugcom2020Vito-Melfi-Drive-By-

Thank You for Your Support A heartfelt thanks to all of you who have so generously responded to our financial appeal We are humbled by the overwhelming response which has included a 55 increase in the number of parishioners giving online the faithful mailing in of offertory envelopes to the parish the sharing by several of our parishioners of their stimulus checks and the anonymous donation of funds to purchase equipment so that we can live stream our Masses in the near future We are blessed that you find us worthy of your prayerful financial support Stay safe and God Bless you all Father Henry

Online Giving

St Jude Italian Festival and Raffle

Will there be a Festival this year The committee is actively planning to have one this year August 26th thru 29th It will be the 30th anniversary year of the St Jude Italian Festival We will for sure have a raffle which will be a very important fund raiser for the parish Last year many parishioners indicated an interest for cash prizes and sohellip Our raffle this year has a chance to win three great prizes with the price of a ticket still at 500 each Our Prizes this year will be First prize $ 303000 CASH Second Prize $ 103000 CASH Third Prize $ 53000 CASH Tickets will be distributed to all parishioners after the 29th of May Look for the letter from our pastor Father Henry with all the details Please purchase or sell as many as you can Return payment the stub portion of the ticket and tickets not purchased or sold to the parish office or in the collection basket at church in an envelope marked Raffle when Masses are resumed

Masses

The videotaped Mass for Ascension Thursday May 21st is posted and can be viewed from at a new website locationhttpswwwstjudercorgview-masseshtml We will be livestreaming Weekend Masses from St Jude Church every Saturday at 5 pm This week the Ascension Thursday Mass was recorded and available

ew-masseshtml

If you have a special prayer intention that you would like to have offered during my daily private celebration of the Mass please email your request to prayerrequestsstjuderccom A list of daily live streamed Masses in the diocese is available at httpswwwbridgeportdioceseorgcoronaviruslivestreamed-masses-and-prayers The Act of Spiritual Communion is posted below for your convenience

Act of Spiritual Communion

My Jesus I believe that You are present in the Most Holy Sacrament I love You above all things and I desire to receive You into my soul Since I cannot at this moment receive You sacramentally come at least spiritually into my heart I embrace You as if You were already there and unite myself wholly to You Never permit me to be separated from You Amen

Office Hours

Church Hours

at httpswwwstjudercorgvi

To help protect staff and clergy we are currently restricting visits to the parish office Parishioners are encouraged if they have questions concerns or pastoral needs to contact the office by phone (203)-261-6404 or e-mail parishofficestjuderccom Voice mails and e-mails will be monitored for appropriate response

For Private Prayer and Confession

Weekdays 8 am until 10 am Saturdays Church is closed Drive by confessions at 3 PM to 330 Sundays 730 am until 11 am note time change due to Outdoor Masses

Email Us

St Jude Parish 707 Monroe Tpke Monroe CT 06468

203-261-6404

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Thank You for Your Support A heartfelt thanks to all of you who have so generously responded to our financial appeal We are humbled by the overwhelming response which has included a 55 increase in the number of parishioners giving online the faithful mailing in of offertory envelopes to the parish the sharing by several of our parishioners of their stimulus checks and the anonymous donation of funds to purchase equipment so that we can live stream our Masses in the near future We are blessed that you find us worthy of your prayerful financial support Stay safe and God Bless you all Father Henry

Online Giving

St Jude Italian Festival and Raffle

Will there be a Festival this year The committee is actively planning to have one this year August 26th thru 29th It will be the 30th anniversary year of the St Jude Italian Festival We will for sure have a raffle which will be a very important fund raiser for the parish Last year many parishioners indicated an interest for cash prizes and sohellip Our raffle this year has a chance to win three great prizes with the price of a ticket still at 500 each Our Prizes this year will be First prize $ 303000 CASH Second Prize $ 103000 CASH Third Prize $ 53000 CASH Tickets will be distributed to all parishioners after the 29th of May Look for the letter from our pastor Father Henry with all the details Please purchase or sell as many as you can Return payment the stub portion of the ticket and tickets not purchased or sold to the parish office or in the collection basket at church in an envelope marked Raffle when Masses are resumed

Masses

The videotaped Mass for Ascension Thursday May 21st is posted and can be viewed from at a new website locationhttpswwwstjudercorgview-masseshtml We will be livestreaming Weekend Masses from St Jude Church every Saturday at 5 pm This week the Ascension Thursday Mass was recorded and available

ew-masseshtml

If you have a special prayer intention that you would like to have offered during my daily private celebration of the Mass please email your request to prayerrequestsstjuderccom A list of daily live streamed Masses in the diocese is available at httpswwwbridgeportdioceseorgcoronaviruslivestreamed-masses-and-prayers The Act of Spiritual Communion is posted below for your convenience

Act of Spiritual Communion

My Jesus I believe that You are present in the Most Holy Sacrament I love You above all things and I desire to receive You into my soul Since I cannot at this moment receive You sacramentally come at least spiritually into my heart I embrace You as if You were already there and unite myself wholly to You Never permit me to be separated from You Amen

Office Hours

Church Hours

at httpswwwstjudercorgvi

To help protect staff and clergy we are currently restricting visits to the parish office Parishioners are encouraged if they have questions concerns or pastoral needs to contact the office by phone (203)-261-6404 or e-mail parishofficestjuderccom Voice mails and e-mails will be monitored for appropriate response

For Private Prayer and Confession

Weekdays 8 am until 10 am Saturdays Church is closed Drive by confessions at 3 PM to 330 Sundays 730 am until 11 am note time change due to Outdoor Masses

Email Us

St Jude Parish 707 Monroe Tpke Monroe CT 06468

203-261-6404

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The videotaped Mass for Ascension Thursday May 21st is posted and can be viewed from at a new website locationhttpswwwstjudercorgview-masseshtml We will be livestreaming Weekend Masses from St Jude Church every Saturday at 5 pm This week the Ascension Thursday Mass was recorded and available

ew-masseshtml

If you have a special prayer intention that you would like to have offered during my daily private celebration of the Mass please email your request to prayerrequestsstjuderccom A list of daily live streamed Masses in the diocese is available at httpswwwbridgeportdioceseorgcoronaviruslivestreamed-masses-and-prayers The Act of Spiritual Communion is posted below for your convenience

Act of Spiritual Communion

My Jesus I believe that You are present in the Most Holy Sacrament I love You above all things and I desire to receive You into my soul Since I cannot at this moment receive You sacramentally come at least spiritually into my heart I embrace You as if You were already there and unite myself wholly to You Never permit me to be separated from You Amen

Office Hours

Church Hours

at httpswwwstjudercorgvi

To help protect staff and clergy we are currently restricting visits to the parish office Parishioners are encouraged if they have questions concerns or pastoral needs to contact the office by phone (203)-261-6404 or e-mail parishofficestjuderccom Voice mails and e-mails will be monitored for appropriate response

For Private Prayer and Confession

Weekdays 8 am until 10 am Saturdays Church is closed Drive by confessions at 3 PM to 330 Sundays 730 am until 11 am note time change due to Outdoor Masses

Email Us

St Jude Parish 707 Monroe Tpke Monroe CT 06468

203-261-6404

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To help protect staff and clergy we are currently restricting visits to the parish office Parishioners are encouraged if they have questions concerns or pastoral needs to contact the office by phone (203)-261-6404 or e-mail parishofficestjuderccom Voice mails and e-mails will be monitored for appropriate response

For Private Prayer and Confession

Weekdays 8 am until 10 am Saturdays Church is closed Drive by confessions at 3 PM to 330 Sundays 730 am until 11 am note time change due to Outdoor Masses

Email Us

St Jude Parish 707 Monroe Tpke Monroe CT 06468

203-261-6404