Anthony Church

15 Church Street

White River Jct. Vermont 05001

Second Sunday of Easter (Divine Mercy Sunday) – April 19, 2020

Father Charles R. Danielson, Pastor Deacon John P. Guarino

Bishop of Burlington: Most Rev. Christopher J. Coyne

Parish Office Schedule

Hours Weekend: Saturday 4:00 PM Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday Sunday 8:30 AM 11:00 AM – 4:30 PM Closed on Wednesday Weekday: Monday & Friday 9:00 AM

Secretary: Ms. Joanne Collins Telephone: 802-295-2225, ext. 3 Holy Days: Consult the parish bulletin

Office e-mail: [email protected] Website: www.stanthonysvt.org

Rectory Chapel

Adoration of the Most Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Religious Education

Coordinator: Mrs. Julie Hamilton, 295-3989, [email protected]

Sacraments

Reconciliation: Saturday from 3:15 – 3:45 PM

Baptism: Parents must come to the rectory to get the necessary forms at least one month in advance.

Marriage: Couples must contact the parish at least six months in advance.

Mass Intentions

In keeping with Governor Scott’s Stay at Home directive, Bishop Christopher J. Coyne has suspended all public celebrations of the Catholic Mass, sacraments and devotions until further notice.

Although the obligation to attend Mass has been lifted, we strongly encourage you to view

Sunday Mass every week. You may view Mass every Sunday at 10:00 AM live-streamed on our

homepage https://www.stanthonysvt.org or click “previous broadcasts” to view at a later time. Watch live-streaming of Mass Monday through Friday at 12:05 PM at the diocesan website https://www.vermontcatholic.org/news/communication/tv-mass or visit our homepage for a link.

Sanctuary Lamps

will burn for:

Saint Anthony Jeff Potts Janet Flaherty Parishioners Catherine McKenney & friends Max Loper Sherry Brown

Please also remember others who are in need of our prayers. Sacrificial Giving Report

Names will be published in our bulletin To meet our expenses we need: $ 3,700.00 for one month. If you would like to renew Offertory collection April 11-12: $ 1,690.00 your prayer request after one month, Easter: $ 2,030.00 please contact the parish office. Thank You for Your Support of Saint Anthony Church!

Thank You: Saint Anthony Parish thanks all those who have continued to mail their donations and offertory envelopes. We truly appreciate your support during this difficult time. Although we are trying our best to minimize expenses, we still have bills to pay. We understand that many of you, our people, are experiencing financial hardship, and we pray for you. Through prayer and trust in the Lord, we will get through this together.

Watch Father Rick: Fr. Danielson has just started live-streaming Sunday Mass from St. in Windsor. Visit https://www.facebook.com/StFrancisWindsorVT/live/ to view.

Let us pray for an end to this pandemic and for all those who are sick and those caring for them. Message from Fr. Rick:

Second Sunday of Easter

“Have you come to believe because you have seen me? Blessed are those who have not seen and have believed.” Do these words of the Risen Christ spoken to ‘Doubting Thomas’ resonate with us this year. For about a month now in order to cooperate with Civil authorities in doing what we can to help stop the spread of the Pandemic; Catholics in Vermont, across the country and around the world have suspended the public Celebrations of Mass and the other Sacraments. Because, as Catholics we believe that we come to “See” in the Sacraments, above all in the Sacrament of the Eucharist; We have “not seen” Our Lord for weeks .... Do we still believe? Can we still say, with Saint Thomas “My Lord and my God!”

I pray God that I, that all of us, still so hunger and thirst to come together at Mass, to feast on the banquet of Christ’s body and blood, soul and divinity, to be nourished with His word. That when, please God soon, we will rejoice to be together again, to say as Saint Peter said on the Mount of Transfiguration, “Lord, how good it is for us to be here!”

I will be live streaming Mass for the second time from Saint Francis Church this Sunday April 19th the second Sunday of Easter at 10:00 a.m.!

Thank you to all who have reached out to me with prayers, food, cards and expressions of support and appreciation. Let us all continue to pray with and for one another!

Fr. Rick

Additional Easter Flower Offerings: Easter flower offerings were also made for: Irene & Duke DuCharme, Nanette DuCharme Andrews, Ashley Durand, Debbie Audette, Marjorie & Louis Audette, Charles Phair, Donald Phair, Deceased members of the Tankiewicz Family, Deceased members of the Zapolski family, Christine Callaghan, Melody Allen. The names had been mistakenly omitted from the list. We apologize.

Message from Bishop Coyne: Bishop Christopher Coyne reminds us that though we are frustrated with the present situation, remember that prayer can occur anywhere, not just in a church building.

For TV Mass options and updates on COVID-19 preventative measures visit the diocesan website: https://www.vermontcatholic.org/covid-19/

Prayer for Making a Spiritual Communion: My Jesus, I believe that you are present in the most holy Eucharist. 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.

Catholic Mass on TV: The obligation to attend Sunday Mass has been suspended by Bishop Coyne in light of public health directives issued by Governor Scott. We encourage you to view the celebration of diocesan Sunday Mass at 10:00 a.m., on our website, or on the following:

Sunday mornings at 6:00 a.m. on WCAX-TV, channel 3 (or consult your local listings.)

Sunday mornings at 10:00 a.m. on WNNE-TV, channel 13 (or consult your local listings.)

Televised Masses may be viewed on The CatholicTV Network, cable channel 166 (or consult your local listings) Sunday at 10 a.m., 7 p.m. and 11:30 p.m. Daily Mass is Monday through Friday at 9:30 a.m., with rebroadcasts at 7 and 11:30 p.m.

Televised Masses may also be found on EWTN, channel 38 (or consult local listings) Sunday 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 noon. Daily Mass is Monday through Saturday at 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.

A Prayer for Protection in Time of Pandemic O Mary, you always brighten our path as a sign of salvation and of hope. We entrust ourselves to you, Health of the Sick, who, at the Cross, took part in Jesus’ pain while remaining steadfast in faith. O loving Mother, you know what we need, and we are confident you will provide for us as at Cana in Galilee. Intercede for us with your Son Jesus, the Divine Physician, for those who have fallen ill, for those who are vulnerable, and for those who have died. Intercede also for those charged with protecting the health and safety of others and for those who are tending to the sick and seeking a cure. Help us, O Mother of Divine Love, to conform to the will of the Father and to do as we are told by Jesus, who took upon himself our sufferings and carried our sorrows, so as to lead us, through the Cross, to the glory of the Resurrection. Amen. Under thy protection we seek refuge, O Holy Mother of God. In our needs, despise not our petitions, but deliver us always from all dangers, O glorious and blessed Virgin. Amen. Adapted from the prayer of Pope Francis

Just a Note: Our parish office is closed, but we are still able to retrieve messages remotely. If you have any concerns, or if we may be of help, please don’t hesitate to leave a message by phone or email. We will get back to you, but it may take a while. We are here for you!

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults: RCIA: Please remember in your prayers Christopher Olmstead who is preparing for Baptism and John Usher who is preparing to be received into the full communion of the later this year. Lord and God, you know the secrets of our hearts and reward us for the good we do. Look kindly on the efforts and the progress of those who seek to complete their initiation into the Church. Strengthen them on their way; increase their faith and hope; and accept their repentance. Open to them your goodness and justice, and lead them to share in your sacraments on Earth until they finally enjoy your presence in heaven. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Catholic Home Missions Appeal: Next weekend we are scheduled to accept your offerings for the Catholic Home Missions Appeal. Today over 40% of dioceses in the United States are considered mission territories because they are unable to fund the essential pastoral work their communities need. Your support of this appeal helps ease the struggle of these dioceses. Please prayerfully consider how you can support this appeal. More information may be found at www.usccb.org/home-missions.

If you receive offertory envelopes through the mail, you will find an envelope in your packet. For others who may wish to give, envelopes are available in the bulletin box outside the rectory. Please make checks payable to St. Anthony Church.

Respect Life: If you or someone you know has had an abortion, “be assured that it is never too late to seek God's forgiveness in the Sacrament of Reconciliation.”* Additionally, other confidential, compassionate help is also available. Select “Find Help” from the menu on www.hopeafterabortion.org to find the diocesan Project Rachel Ministry near you. USCCB Secretariat of Pro-Life Activities, *“Bridges of Mercy for Healing after Abortion”

Haven: You Can Support Your Neighbors During The Covid-19 Crisis. The Upper Valley Haven works every day to support people experiencing poverty by providing food, shelter, education, and service coordination. During the COVID-19 crisis, they will continue to support these families and individuals, as well as anyone who may find themselves experiencing situational poverty. There has been an increase in need and expect that to grow. Your support will to provide hope and offer a sense of security in people’s lives during this challenging time. Your financial support will allow them to provide hope and a sense of security in peoples’ lives during this challenging time.

Haven: Needs This Week include peanut butter, canned pasta sauce, soup, canned fruit, canned pasta meals, packaged crackers with peanut butter or cheese filling, soft breakfast bars and shelf-stable milk. Other Needs this week include disinfectant spray/wipes, bleach and gift cards to local stores. Please bring your donations directly to the Haven. Thank you!

We pray that you and your families are safe and healthy, and we hope to see you back at Saint Anthony Church when this crisis is over.

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Sunday, Apr 19, 2020 darkness? Shine a light on what each of us can do to clean up the SOLEMNITY OF THE SECOND SUNDAY OF EASTER; DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY planet. And plant a tree for good measure! Empty chairs, full hearts TODAY'S READINGS: Acts 5:17-26; John 3:16-21 (269). “The light On this day 25 years ago, 168 people died in the bombing of the came into the world, but people preferred darkness to light.” Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City. The footprint of the building is now ringed by trees providing a living Thursday, Apr 23, 2020 threshold for ground made sacred by grief. A surviving wall MEMORIAL OF GEORGE, records the names of those who lived through the tragedy, while a Face the dragon Field of Empty Chairs recalls the adults and children who The legend of Saint George the dragon slayer is a famous one, but perished. Violence created the need for this memorial. But the it’s not as rooted in historical fact as is the manner of his chairs, which become vigil lights of memory through each night, martyrdom. Yes, George had the courage to face a monster—but attest that a light shines in every darkness. Be that light. the monster was the Roman emperor Diocletian, whose TODAY'S READINGS: Acts 2:42-47; 1 Peter 1:3-9; John 20:19-31 (43). persecution of Christians in the early 300s martyred not only “They devoted themselves . . . to the breaking of the bread and to George but well-known Sebastian, Agnes, Lucy, and the prayers.” Philomena, among countless others. George, a soldier, remained joyous even when tortured for his belief. What negative influences Monday, Apr 20, 2020 threaten your own joyous practice of Christian faith today—and EASTER WEEKDAY are you willing to face them, as George was? Give life the last word TODAY'S READINGS: Acts 5:27-33; John 3:31-36 (270). “One who is Today is the 21st anniversary of the Columbine school shooting. of the earth is earthly and speaks of earthly things.” How to cope with the sorrow and outrage of that incident and so many similar ones? We begin to rebuild our society when we allow the Spirit to flow through us and see the face of God in Friday, Apr 24, 2020 MEMORIAL OF FIDELIS OF SIGMARINGEN, PRIEST, MARTYR others. “Every human being . . . , however weak, is created ‘in Clothes make the saint the image and likeness of God,’” Pope Benedict XIV said in Holding a law degree from , Fidelis of Sigmaringen Cameroon in 2009. “Every person must live! . . . Death will never (1577-1622) was known as the “poor man’s lawyer” who have the last word!” Acknowledge the right of those around you sometimes would give his destitute clients the clothes off his back. to live, no matter their differences, their weakness or strengths, But he tired of the adversarial nature of the law profession, so he their failings or successes. joined the Capuchin . Ordained a priest in 1612, Fidelis was TODAY'S READINGS: Acts 4:23-31; John 3:1-8 (267). “You do not know where [the wind] comes from or where it goes; so it is with sent to to convert Calvinist reformers. In violent everyone who is born of the Spirit.” reaction to his successful efforts, Fidelis was set upon and murdered. He was canonized in 1746 by Pope Benedict XIV. Fidelis means “faithful” in Latin. Exercise your faith today by Tuesday, Apr 21, 2020 donating clothes to the poor in memory of Fidelis. MEMORIAL OF ANSELM, BISHOP, DOCTOR OF THE CHURCH TODAY'S READINGS: Acts 5:34-42; John 6:1-15 (271). “This is truly Our Redeemer, in the flesh the Prophet, the one who is to come into the world.” In 1098, Saint Anselm wrote the treatise “Why the God-Man?” to champion a core Christian tenet: the Incarnation—the belief that Jesus was both fully human and fully divine. Incarnation is a big Saturday, Apr 25, 2020 deal. Nearly every heresy tackled by the Early Church concerned FEAST OF MARK, EVANGELIST Write the Good News with the ink of your life errant beliefs about Jesus’ true nature. No, we don’t believe that Mark was an early follower of Jesus but not one of the 12 Jesus was merely human (Arianism) or that he was all divine, apostles. Most scholars think that he was the “John who is called only pretending to be human (Docetism). We believe that the Mark” referenced in Acts 12:12 who joined in mission work with second person of the Trinity took on human flesh to save us. Paul and Barnabas. Today’s first reading mentions that he had a Imagine that! special sonlike relationship with Peter. Beyond that, little is TODAY'S READINGS: Acts 4:32-37; John 3:7b-15 (268). “You must be born from above.” known except that he used the gifts he had been given to write the shortest and earliest gospel a few decades after Jesus’ death. His gospel became the inspiration for Matthew and Luke to write Wednesday, Apr 22, 2020 theirs. How will those who come after you take inspiration from EASTER WEEKDAY your life and the way you shared the Good News? Give your sister some breathing space TODAY'S READINGS: 1 Peter 5:5b-14; Mark 16:15-20 (555). “Go into "Saint Francis of Assisi reminds us that our common home is like the whole world and proclaim the Good News to all creation.” a sister with whom we share our life. . . . This sister now cries out to us because of the harm we have inflicted on her by our irresponsible use and abuse of the goods with which God has endowed her." Thus opens Laudato Si’, Pope Francis' encyclical "On Care for Our Common Home." Do we really want to live in Invest just five minutes a day, and your faith will deepen and grow—a day at a time ©2020 TrueQuest Communications. TakeFiveForFaith.com; [email protected]. All rights reserved. Noncommercial reprints permitted with the following credit: Reprinted with permission from TakeFiveForFaith.com. Scripture citations from the New American Bible Revised Edition. For more information about TAKE FIVE and our regular contributors, go to PrepareTheWord.com. Free daily email and app available online at TakeFiveForFaith.com/subscribe.