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June 2021
Around the Diocese
A season of new beginnings!
by Elizabeth Clyons
Remembering those who served
BRIDGEPORT—Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) volunteers
place flags on the graves of veterans in preparation for Memorial
Day at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 1056 Daniels Farm Road in
C4Y auditions continue! Trumbull.
BRIDGEPORT—Incoming 8th through 12th graders Many people throughout the diocese paid a visit to one of the
14 diocesan cemeteries to offer a prayer and remember those who
recently auditioned for a spot in the diocesan youth choir,
have died, particularly all those who served the country.
C4Y.
“It was wonderful to hear the singing talents of these stu-
dents at auditions. They’re going to make this upcoming year
of music truly spectacular,” said Emily Lomnitzer, coordina-
tor of C4Y.
Make-up sessions will run throughout the summer. Sign up
for a slot at the C4Y webpage (www.bridgeportdiocese.org/
c4ysings/youth-choir-catholic-diocese). There are many spots
still available!
The final choir roster will be sent out by the end of
June and rehearsals are planned to begin in August. Please
email Emily.Lomnitzer@diobpt for more information or for
questions.
(Follow the Instagram page for updates: @C4YSings.)
Holy Spirit Fraternity meets, welcomes new members
FAIRFIELD—The Holy Spirit Fraternity in Fairfield met in
person for the first time in 14 months on May 15, with the fra-
ternal joy of the Rite of Admission for John Otis, parishioner at
St. Aloysius in New Canaan and Pat Torpie, parishioner at St. St. Rose 8th-grade: ‘this class will always be a family’
Anthony of NEWTOWN—This Sunday, June 6, St. Rose School held its graduation ceremony at St. Rose
Padua in Church for the 8th grade class of 2021. Wearing caps and gowns (boys in blue, girls in white), the
Fairfield. graduating class processed in two-by-two to the front pews of the church followed by teachers from
The grades K-8, Mr. Gjoka,
fraternity Sister Thaddeus and for-
met virtu- mer principals Mrs. Mary
ally from Maloney (now president of
March Immaculate High School)
2020 to and Sister Colleen Smith.
April 2021. Mass was celebrated by
John and Msgr. Robert Weiss fol-
Pat waited lowed by the bestowal of
patiently diplomas, highest average
for the awards and scholarships.
Rite of Two students spoke about
Admission to be in person as was in keeping with the guidelines their years at St. Rose
of the national Secular Franciscan Fraternity. School and their hopes for
Holy Spirit Fraternity, Secular Franciscan Order, meets the this class going forward.
third Saturday of the month at St. Anthony of Padua Parish, 149 They said that no mat-
South Pine Creek Road in Fairfield. Secular Franciscans are a ter when they came to
community of Catholic men and women in the world who seek to St. Rose, many started in
pattern their lives after Christ in the Spirit of St. Francis of Assisi. preschool but many joined
l-r: Pat Torpie, John Otis, Marilyn Mitchell, OFS, Minister in subsequent years including a group in 8th grade this year, the class is and always will be a fami-
and Amy Nepomuceno, OFS, formation director. ly. After the ceremony graduates gathered on the steps of the church to do the traditional cap toss.
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June 2021
Diocesan News
Bishop ordains Deacon Dormévil to the priesthood
By JOE PISANI and Guylendy Bernadette tected his wife and children “by
Dormévil, 26, of Marietta, not simply providing food and
BRIDGEPORT—Bishop Frank Ga., and a grandson, Marcus shelter but by the example of your
J. Caggiano ordained Deacon Alexander Dormévil of Norwalk. Christian life to give the spiritual
Guy Dormévil to the priesthood Father Dormévil was given a food of fidelity, perseverance,
on Saturday, the Memorial of the sustained ovation by the congre- love and mercy. You discovered
Immaculate Heart of Mary, urging gation as he was brought before the power and beauty of being a
the widowed father of two adult the bishop as a candidate for father, and now in this last year to
children “to become through grace ordination. He prostrated himself become a grandfather.”
a father of a larger family so there while the Litany of Saints was Bishop Caggiano said that God
will be thousands who will have
the privilege to call you ‘Father’ for
you will be their spiritual father.”
“In the years ahead, you will
have the occasion to defend them THE NEWLY ORDAINED FATHER DORMÉVIL extends one of his
by teaching them the truth, by first-blessings as a priest. Father Dormévil will become priest moderator at
preaching it fearlessly, which I Our Lady of Perpetual Help Quasi-parish in Stamford and be assigned to
know you will do, for you will serve at the Church of St. Joseph and St. Ladislaus in Norwalk.
preach what you truly believe
in your heart of hearts,” Bishop the glory of Jesus Christ.” the Haitian Community, Father
Caggiano said. “You will defend Then, the bishop announced Jean Ridley Julien, former chaplain
God’s people, your new family, that Father Dormévil will become of Haitian/American Center, and
your larger family, in a time when priest moderator at Our Lady of Father Brian Kiely, rector of Pope
there is so much that threatens Perpetual Help Quasi-parish in St. John XXIII National Seminary.
them, and you will protect them Stamford and be assigned to serve Father Dormévil left Haiti in
as you will continue to protect at the Church of St. Joseph and 1988 when he had to leave his
your natural family by giving sung. Then, he knelt before the planted a second seed in Dormévil St. Ladislaus in Norwalk. job as an immigration inspector
them entree into the mystery of bishop who laid his hands on him, as a young man, recalling that After the Mass, as Bishop to take refuge in the U.S. He has
God’s grace, by leading them in followed by dozens of priests who people recognized his spiritual Caggiano processed out of the worked as a Burger King clerk
prayer and by feeding them the also imposed their hands, invok- qualities and would jokingly refer Cathedral, he received vigorous and manager, a certified nursing
body, blood, soul and divinity of ing the Holy Spirit. to him as “Father Guy.” applause from the Haitian community. assistant, a grocery store produce
Jesus Christ—the food that brings After the prayer of ordination, “Guy, you do not need me to Father Dormévil described the clerk, and then as a produce man-
us entree unto eternal life.” he was vested with a stole and tell you how many lives you have path that led him to the priest- ager for 19 years. He attended
St. Augustine Cathedral was chasuble, which were presented by touched already, how many lives hood, through St. John Fisher college part-time and received a
filled with joyful members of the his son and daughter. The bishop you have already blessed, how Seminary and then Pope St. John certificate of English as a Second
Haitian community who turned anointed his hands as a prepara- many people have been inspired XXIII National Seminary in Language and an associate’s
out for the ordination. tion for the sacred duties he will by your fidelity and witness, and Weston, Mass. degree in business administration.
“I can’t even express the pro- perform. Then, the bishop handed how much your family loves “I have been a devoted and very He also earned non-degree credits
found gratitude I have toward him a chalice and paten, which you,” the bishop said. “And now active layman since my childhood,” at University of Connecticut and
God who called me, an unworthy signified the central importance of the Lord will ask you to put your he said. “I always nourished the Sacred Heart University.
servant, to such a holy mission, celebrating the Eucharist. hand to the plow and in this very desire of becoming a permanent On August 3, 2016, Bishop
through my sharing of the priest- In his homily, Bishop Caggiano troubled and challenging world, deacon even though many people Caggiano approved his application
hood of Christ, and I pray that he reflected on the meaning of “father” lead God’s people as one of his kept saying I should be a priest. to enter St. John Fisher Seminary,
will incline my heart according to and said it is one word through fathers, as his priest.” However, when Father John where he began pre-theology stud-
his will,” Father Dormévil said. “I which we can understand the gift On the Memorial of the Riviera Gomez popped the question ies. A year later, he entered Pope
have received incredible support of the ministerial priesthood. It is a Immaculate Heart of Mary, the to me following my wife’s death, it St. John XXIII National Seminary.
from my two children, my siblings, salutation offered by God’s people bishop invoked her maternal pro- only took me a few minutes to say In October 2009, he received
my whole family, my friends, the every time they greet a priest. tection and intercession for Father yes. May the will of God be done. I the St. Augustine Medal of Service
Church’s leaders, and the Church “In the first stage or season of Dormévil and said, “She will have a great family and my children from the Diocese of Bridgeport. In
community at large. I pray that your life, when you met the love guide you and protect you. She are the greatest blessing of my life, 2014, at the fourth diocesan synod,
I can be the image of the Good of your life, Magalie, and fell in will and she has all your life, in but I have never been happier than he served as delegate of the Haitian
Shepherd, Jesus Christ, who wants love and entered into the mystery good times and in bad, in sickness during the time I spent in priestly Community and St. Joseph Parish.
me to be merciful and generous in of sacred matrimony, you began and in health, through your for- formation through my five years in Currently, he is a member of the
my mission, as he has been toward to discover in the intimate love the mation and whatever lies ahead.” the seminary.” Haitian National Charismatic
me. I count on the continuous two of you shared how creative and He also prayed to St. Joseph Father Dormévil celebrated his Committee in New York.
prayers of the people of God, and I powerful that love is meant to be,” for Father Dormévil because, he first Mass on Sunday, June 13, at Quincy Réginald Dormévil,
pray to remain a good and faithful Bishop Caggiano said. “The two of said, “You are so devoted to St. St. Joseph Church in Norwalk. Father Dormévil’s great-nephew
servant to the Lord and to them.” you gave forth life in the power of Joseph and have served the people Msgr. Joseph Malagreca, pastor presented the first reading and
A resident of Norwalk, he was God, and your beloved daughter of St. Joseph Parish in Norwalk of Holy Cross Church in New Romelle Thomas Etienne, his niece,
born in Haiti to Gustave Dormévil and son are with you this very day. for many years. You have a deep York and chaplain of the Haitian gave the second reading in French.
and Angélie Louis Charles, where And they have had the privilege to devotion to the Quiet One, who National Renouveau Charismatic “Due to my involvement in
he was raised along with his 15 call you ‘Father’ for many years.” without many words did great Group was the homilist and the Church, many people used to
siblings. He was married for 29 The bishop said that Father things. I pray that Joseph the concelebrant, along with Father call me Father Guy,” he recalled.
years to the late Magalie Adolphe, Dormévil had modeled his life on father of the Holy Family will Edicson Orozco, pastor of the It was my dream to become a
who died of cancer in 2015. He the example of St. Joseph, foster guide you as you continue to be Church of St. Joseph and St. deacon, but I never thought about
has two children, Guyvensky father of the Savior and head of the father of your family and the Ladislaus, Father Gerard Frantz being a priest, because I didn’t feel
Marcus Dormévil, 29, of Norwalk the Holy Family and that he pro- father of our greater family, unto Desruisseaux, episcopal vicar of worthy of such a great blessing. n
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June 2021
2021 Annual Catholic Appeal
Development department ‘Arises’ to the challenge
By ELIZABETH CLYONS we put our heart into what we
do,” she says. “We see the impor-
BRIDGEPORT—With the tance of supporting faith, educa-
“Arise” 2021 Annual Catholic tion and charity throughout the
Appeal (ACA) off and running, diocese of Bridgeport and believe
it is important that we recognize that the Annual Catholic Appeal
the hardworking and dedicated will help us see that those needs
Development Department of the are met.”
Diocese of Bridgeport. Janis Baldino, development
The Development Department associate and a member of St.
works hard to facilitate fund- Andrew Parish in Bridgeport,
ing from generous donors for says she is proud to play a
important programs and min- small part in this investment
istries throughout the diocese. for the future of the parishes in
Development strategizes and the Diocese of Bridgeport. “It
works with other departments is part of our commitment to
within the curia to identify need our faith and a sincere desire to
and create a plan for funding serve the needs of the diocese,”
initiatives and ministries that will says Baldino. “As we count
help to enrich the spiritual lives of our blessings, it is important to
those around the diocese. support our neighbors in their
For example, the department time of need. I believe the past
has executed the We Stand With and current generosity of our
Christ capital campaign, supports parishioners expresses the love of
Foundations in Charity and DEVELOPMENT TEAM (1-r) Pam Rittman, Joe Gallagher, Janis Baldino, Bob O’Brien, Rosa Rodriguez, Pat Hansen
their parishes and the willingness
Foundations in Faith, and fund- and Kristen Pluchino make up the Development Department for the Diocese of Bridgeport. to make an investment in the
raised for the Call to Renewal. Church and its missions.”
Their overall focus is to support Robert O’Brien, capital cam-
the ministries and programs of throughout the diocese. working in departments through- cess, providing tuition so a family paign director and major gift
the Diocese of Bridgeport. We “We act as a liason for the out the chancery, Hansen has can afford to send their child or officer, builds relationships with
strategized and work with various bishop, where our job is to seen first-hand the benefits that children to a Catholic school or donors and informs them about
departments to raise the funds listen to our parishioners and arise from generous donations to other ministries, the work I have funding opportunities that align
they need to do their work. We make the bishop aware of their the ACA. Pat and her husband been a part of makes it possible,” with their interests. He also works
were involved in the Tele Health prayers, thoughts and concerns,” Glenn have co-chaired their par- she says. with pastors and lay leaders to
program. Gallagher says. “We are blessed, ish ACA for a number of years. “With the help of our gen- achieve their parishes’ long-term
“We are a small team, in our diocese, to have numer- “Without support for the ACA erous donors, and anyone who fundraising goals.
explains Joe Gallagher, chief ous generous donors,” says our ministries would suffer,” can give a gift, we serve those “Our team’s role is to build
development officer for the Gallagher. “Thanks to them, we says Hansen. “Donors support who need support the most and relationships with the donors that
Diocese of Bridgeport, “but we are able to serve those most in pastoral care, catechesis, our provide for the future of the God is calling to strengthen His
are one that works very collab- need.” Seminarians and retired priests, Church,” says Rittman. “We are Church in Fairfield County,” says
oratively to achieve our mis- Especially during the pandem- as well as Catholic education.” grateful to all.” O’Brien, who is a parishioner of
sion while serving our donors ic, this funding is crucial to the Pamela S. Rittman, director Kristen Pluchino, development St. John Basilica in Stamford. “In
and supporting the people of well-being of people throughout of development and the Annual associate and a member of Our doing so, we also shine light on
the diocese.” the diocese. Catholic Appeal, describes her Lady of Grace parish in Stratford, the amazing ministries and pro-
Gallagher, a member of St. “Our donors are important work for the ACA as that of ser- feels that she is contributing grams happening throughout our
Patrick Parish in Armonk, N.Y., to us because they allow us to vice. “The work we do provides to the mission of the diocese diocese.”
explains that his role in the help the people of the Diocese of for ongoing support of critical through her work by taking her “The ACA gives us the oppor-
Development Department goes Bridgeport who require assistance services that impact the lives of faith and turning it into some- tunity to support Catholic causes
hand-in-hand with that of the with food insecurity and mental thousands of people every day thing actionable. Her work is cen- outside of our immediate parish-
greater mission of the diocese. “To health issues, both of which have and is a humbling responsibility.” tered on spreading awareness of es,” O’Brien says. “By bringing
do this job effectively, you have to been particularly needed during Rittman, who is a parishio- the ACA and helping to increase our neighbors closer to Christ, the
understand and live the mission,” this pandemic,” says Patricia ner at the Basilica of St. John in participation in it. Annual Catholic Appeal offers
he says. “That is how our donors Hansen, director of development Stamford, plans and manages the “Supporting the ACA is vital to a unique option: the chance to
approach things, as well. Giving operations for the diocese. Annual Catholic Appeal and other helping those in need in the com- make an eternal impact. In a
is an essential part of the Catholic Hansen, a member of St. fundraising initiatives. “I enjoy munity through various programs world with numerous other giv-
faith, and it is central to what we Thomas Aquinas Parish in speaking with parishioners and focused on faith, education and ing opportunities, what can be
do in development.” Fairfield, manages the processing donors on the phone or at events. charity,” she says. “The last year more meaningful than this?”
The ACA is tied to the essen- of donations made to the Diocese Many reach out for prayer and has been especially challenging (Gifts can be made secure-
tial ministries of the diocese: of Bridgeport, Foundations in we are honored to pray for them,” but it has been inspiring seeing ly either on-line on the Annual
faith, education and charity. Charity and Foundations in says Rittman. “It is wonderful to firsthand the generosity of those in Catholic Appeal website
Generous donations made to Faith. She has developed rela- work with Bishop Caggiano and our Catholic community.” at 2021ACABridgeport.com donate
the ACA benefit the training of tionships with donors to the ACA help him fulfill his vision for the Rosa Rodriguez, development page tab or by texting the word,
seminarians and deacons, caring and the We Stand With Christ diocese, Rittman says. associate and a member of The APPEAL to 475.241.7849 on a smart
for retired priests, scholarships capital campaign and has man- “Whether it is inspiring some- Cathedral Parish in Bridgeport, phone or calling 203-416-1470. ACA
for families in need so they can aged donor-related events. one to give to a ministry that explains that there is so much gifts can be mailed to the Catholic
access Catholic education, and A volunteer in her home provides a meal, assisting a sem- need, especially in the past year Center at 238 Jewett Avenue,
providing funding for ministries parish, as well as her experience inarian in the discernment pro- with COVID-19. “As Catholics, Bridgeport, CT 06606.) n
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June 2021
2021 Annual Catholic Appeal
ACA closing in on its $8.1 million goal
By BRIAN D. WALLACE role the Annual Catholic Appeal
would play in serving the entire
BRIDGEPORT—The diocese during the pandemic.
“Arise” 2021 Annual Catholic “He had the vision to understand
Appeal is closing in on this the seriousness of what we were
year’s $8.1 goal to fund the dealing with and he knew that
major ministries and renewal in some way, we would all be
initiatives of the Diocese of recipients given the nature of the
Bridgeport. To date, the cam- crisis,” she said.
paign has raised $6.7 million, “The Appeal has always been
representing 84 percent of goal. there for everybody, but during
Joe Gallagher, chief devel- the pandemic we realized how
opment officer of the diocese, truly the Church is there to sup-
is optimistic that the ACA will port God’s call to love our sisters
reach and surpass its goal as and brothers. The need still con-
in-pew pledges and leadership tinues as we rebound and recov-
gifts continue to come in. er. We’re not out of the woods
“There are many positive yet, and the need is still there, but
indicators including a welcome we have much to be proud of and
increase in participation and the we are grateful to all.”
number of new givers. We’re so percent higher than last year, at in need. It is an act that unites needs as one diocesan family,” (To make your pledge, an envelope
close! We hope we can meet the this time, and we have seen many the entire diocese in spirit and she said. is enclosed or donations may be made
bishop’s challenge to have the encouraging signs,” Rittman in charity,” said Rittman who Additionally, the Zoom meet- online at www.2021ACABridgeport.
campaign completed by the end said. Participation remains strong said the effort emphasizes the ings the bishop held with donors com. You may also donate by texting
of June, so that we can get on with 11,000 donors in 2021, a 18 benefits and importance of a seem to energize the campaign the word APPEAL to 475.241.7849
with the work of renewal in the percent leap over last year when parish reaching and exceeding and give a greater sense of urgen- to make your pledge. Please visit the
fall,” said Gallagher. many people experienced eco- goal. Rittman said the new ACA cy to its goals, she said. website to view the 2021 Appeal video
“All signs indicate that we nomic setbacks and uncertainty sharing formula is encouraging The bishop highlighted the key and learn more.) n
are about to reach goal, but we as a result of the pandemic. parishioners to help their parish
ask all those who have not yet Many parishes have met or are reach its goal.
given to come forward with close to achieving their respective Like Gallagher, Rittman said
their gift at this time and send goals. she is cheered by the increase in
us strongly over the finish line,” “One great new addition participation. “It feels like we’re
Gallagher said. to this year’s Appeal has been back! I think we learned many
Gallagher said he is grateful to the incentive and sharing pro- financial and spiritual lessons
all those who have spoken about gram. The formula has been about the importance of the ACA
the Annual Catholic Appeal in well received by the faithful during the crisis, when there was
parishes throughout the diocese throughout the diocese because much uncertainty. Now we’re on
and to the pastors for their leader- it enables a parish to use its over- the rebound and we have much
ship and support. goal funds for an important proj- to be grateful for.”
Pam Rittman, director of the ect within the parish or to share Rittman said the ACA has a
Annual Catholic Appeal said that it with other parishes that are compelling story to tell “because
the pledges continue to come from pastorally vital but financially parishioners know that by work-
in-pew weekend, and that people struggling.” ing together, we kept our schools
are responding to the bishop’s mes- Many parishes felt they could and parishes open, we fed the
sage and his plans for the future. best use the over-goal money hungry and counseled those with
“The Appeal is pacing 16 by supporting parishes that are anxiety, and we responded to the
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feeding the hungry and housing the this mission. He writes, “What a joy it concrete witness to Gospel charity, in Caritas Est.
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That is because Doroteia has dedicated
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Mozambique is a country of orphans.
With that knowledge, it is possible to
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Since its independence from
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in orphans and street children that ABOVE: Seeing an urgent need, Doroteia Balane stepped forward, founding a Catholic mission to help orphans in need.
persists to this day. Were you to visit BELOW: A little boy collects a food package Doroteia’s ministry provides to families sheltering orphans in their homes.
Mozambique in the past 10 to 15 years,
you would have noticed a dramatic sign orphans for years, she is extremely Doroteia’s programs and supporting
of this blight — a gap between the effective in her mission and has already her efforts with young orphaned girls
elderly and children; the absence of a helped transform hundreds of lives. (see story on opposite page) are two of
significant adult population. “That is why local Church missions Cross Catholic Outreach’s priorities,
“I hadn’t been aware of how extreme run by Catholic women like Doroteia and they are encouraging American
the problem was until I visited the are so important in Mozambique Catholics to help them fund these
country myself. What I saw there right now — and why we should be important initiatives.
were children left to survive on their doing everything we can to support “When Doroteia Balane saw an
own. I found a young girl of 11 or 12 them,” Cavnar said. “They know these extreme need in Mozambique, she
taking shelter in a patchwork shack, communities intimately and have didn’t turn away from it, expecting
trying to play the role of mother to her developed wise plans to help. All someone else to address the problem.
younger siblings. It was heartbreaking,” they lack are resources. That is what She stepped into the challenge and
said James Cavnar, president of Cross limits the scope of their work. When found solutions, sacrificing her own
Catholic Outreach, a respected Catholic we come alongside them, empowering time and resources to help these
ministry working to help orphaned them and supporting them financially, children,” Cavnar said. “Now it is our
children in Africa. “I was shocked by we can increase their impact in the turn to step forward and get involved,
what I saw, and when I returned from community and make a huge difference and we can do that by empowering
that trip to Mozambique, I decided that in hundreds of children’s lives.” her with the funding and resources she
caring for orphaned and vulnerable Right now, supplying food to needs for her mission.”
children would be a priority for Cross many orphans and too few caregivers to
Catholic Outreach.” properly address the country’s needs.
Traditionally, orphans in To address this problem, Doroteia How to Help
Mozambique and other African founded a Catholic mission called To fund Cross Catholic Outreach’s effort to help the poor
countries are taken in by neighbors or Association Cross Mozambique and worldwide, use the postage-paid brochure inserted in this
extended family members — typically she now has a full staff dedicated to newspaper or mail your gift to Cross Catholic Outreach, Dept.
grandmothers or aunts — and that serving children in need. Her mission AC01723, PO Box 97168, Washington DC 20090-7168. The
approach has worked for many children also distributes food and has developed brochure also includes instructions on becoming a Mission
from past generations. In modern times, a special program to educate young girls Partner and making a regular monthly donation to this cause.
however, the sheer number of lives lost who are often given fewer opportunities If you identify an aid project, 100% of the donation will be restricted to be used for that specific
to AIDS has stretched those caregivers than boys. As someone who has grown project. However, if more is raised for the project than needed, funds will be redirected to other
urgent needs in the ministry.
beyond their limit. There are now too up in Mozambique and worked among
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June 2021
Diocesan Renewal
Ambassadors are a sign of hope and renewal
By KATHY ANN GOBIN February 17 pastoral exhortation, Trumbull, Shelton and Fairfield. large and small groups as well as offered some of his own reflections.
and BRIAN D. WALLACE “Let us Enter the Upper Room with “It’s great to be with you take individuals and seek to bring the Many of the Ambassadors told
the Lord.” In his letter the bishop a look at what the Lord is doing truth and the love of Christ to all the bishop that the formation pro-
BRIDGEPORT—In “Masses wrote, “I will need the assistance of in your own life as you move whom they encounter. gram has been a life-changing expe-
of Thanksgiving” held at St. co-workers who will not be afraid forward in this ministry,” the “Remember who is going rience and an opportunity to deepen
Augustine Cathedral in Bridgeport to go out into their communities to bishop said in his greeting before out; Christ in you and me—not their faith. They also thanked Father
and St. Edward the Confessor invite people to encounter the Lord beginning the Mass. “Tonight we you, not me!” the bishop said. Novajosky for his leadership and for
Parish in New Fairfield, Bishop and His mercy.” are gathered in the upper room, “When people you meet look into the quality of the online videos.
Frank J. Caggiano prayed for the More than 200 people from 25 where He will feed and nourish your eyes, they will be looking St. Edward the Confessor
men and women participating in different parishes have responded to us for the task ahead.” into the eyes of the Lord, and Men and women from many
the Ambassador Formation initia- the bishop’s call to renewal by com- The bishop was joined in you will become ever more his Danbury area parishes gathered at
tive and first sessions and invited pleting the first phase of Ambassador celebrating the Mass by Father Ambassadors. This is the seed of St. Edward the Confessor Church
them to share their thoughts on the training that will help prepare them Michael Novajosky, who is lead- renewal we have been waiting for.” for Mass with the bishop and
Ambassador Formation initiative. to go out into the world and wel- ing the Ambassador formation He told the Ambassadors that an opportunity to share insights
The bishop told the ambassadors come all back to the Church. initiative for the diocese. the task at hand “is not to judge and collaborate about the role of
that he is inspired by their faith and St. Augustine Cathedral Father Novajoksy read the others,” but to lead them toward ambassadorship in the church.
grateful for their willingness to step There was a spirit of joy and from the Letter of St. Paul to the the truth of Christ. Bishop Frank J. Caggiano
forward as signs of hope and renew- excitement at St. Augustine Corinthians (2: 5-20) that set the After Mass the bishop led celebrated the Ambassador
al in the diocese. He said that devel- Cathedral as many of the theme for the evening: “So we are an informal listening session. Thanksgiving Mass joined by seven
oping a spirit of perseverance and Ambassadors met together in per- ambassadors for Christ, as if God Referring to those in formation priests from surrounding parishes.
endurance alongside the desire to son for the first time and reflected were appealing through us. We as “pioneers,” he thanked the “It’s encouraging to see the
witness Christ in a wounded world on their formation experience. implore you on behalf of Christ, Ambassadors for being first class excitement and enthusiasm from
are the qualities needed to welcome The men and women of all be reconciled to God.” to go through program. the people,” said Father Michael
people back to the Church. ages were recommended by In his homily, the bishop said Standing in center aisle of the Novajosky, who is overseeing the
The bishop announced the their pastors and drawn from that as part of their work the dioc- cathedral, the bishop welcomed initiative for the diocese.
Ambassador initiative in his parishes in Bridgeport, Stratford, esan Ambassadors will go out to their thoughts and comments of and ➤ continued on page 25
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June 2021
Parish News
Father Jeff Couture installed
as pastor of St. Matthew
By KATHY-ANN GOBIN you,” said Father Jeff, who also was an obvious choice to honor
announced that perpetual adora- the legacy of Msgr. Orlowski and
NORWALK—Hundreds tion will soon be available at the build on it.
gathered at St. Matthew Church church. “He’s a man of joyful heart.
on Saturday, June 5, to witness Father Jeff thanked the con- A man who loves to laugh and FATHER JEFF COUTURE WAS INSTALLED as pastor of St. Matthew
Bishop Frank J. Caggiano pre- Church in Norwalk by Bishop Caggiano on Saturday, June 5.
side over the installation Mass of
the church’s new pastor, Father
Jeffrey Couture. Michele and brother Chris, but Monsignor would have wanted
“We are living in an extraor- by those in the congregation that that too.”
dinary moment in the life of have had an opportunity to get to Many well-wishers stayed after
St. Matthew’s family,” Bishop know him. Mass to offer congratulations
Caggiano said. “We come here “I couldn’t miss this and support to Father Jeff. It was
in great joy as the parish family (Installation Mass),” said parish- also an opportunity to partake in
of St. Matthew to pray for Father ioner Bonnie Baron, as she wait- refreshments and for fellowship
Couture as he officially begins his ed in line after Mass to greet and among parishioners who may not
ministry as your pastor.” congratulate Father Jeff. Baron, have seen each other during the
Pastor Jeff, as he is known a parishioner at St. Matthew’s pandemic.
by many, stepped into the role for more than 50 years, lost her Bishop Caggiano counseled
following the passing of beloved husband just two days after Msgr. Father Jeff and told him that one
pastor Msgr. Walter C. Orlowski, Orlowski died. She said Father of the most fulfilling things for a
Jr., who had shepherded the Jeff comforted her and helped her priest, is to be a pastor.
church for 26 years. Msgr. gregation for being so open and smile,” Bishop Caggiano said. through a very difficult time. “We pray that God will bless
Orlowski, whose priesthood welcoming to him in the weeks “He is filled with zeal and energy Parishioner Kathy Cossuto you with many years of happy
spanned over 40 years in the leading up to this day. and passion. I know you are in was introduced to St. Matthew and joyful service and ministry
Diocese of Bridgeport, passed “It is the great legacy of very good hands.” Church more than 45 years ago here at St. Matthew,” Bishop
away unexpectedly in December. (Msgr. Orlowski’s) ministry, that Father Jeff’s family agreed. through her husband, who has Caggiano said.
“It’s humbling and hopeful,” this parish thrives,” said Bishop “He puts his heart and soul been a member of the parish since “I promise you I will do
said Father Jeff, as he greeted the Caggiano, adding that when he into everything he does,” his he was a child. the best I can,” Father Jeff
congregation after Mass. “I’m fol- was contemplating who would be mother Judy Couture said. “I’m “I want Father Jeff to feel said. “I’m not perfect but I
lowing one of the best pastors.” best to continue the good work at very proud of him.” A sentiment welcome,” she said. “I want to will do everything I can, to do
The pageantry of the Knights St. Matthew parish, Father Jeff echoed not only by both his sister encourage him and support him. the best I can.” n
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June 2021
EDITORIAL EDITOR’S CHOICE
Remembering Their St. Mary’s parishioners create beautiful carpet in honor of Corpus Christi
BRIDGEPORT—On the Solemnity of Corpus Christi, the commu-
Courage and Service nity of St. Mary in Bridgeport built a carpet with acérrin and flowers
in front of the church. Parishioners from Guatemala, Mexico, Peru
and Colombia helped to create the carpet. This custom originates in
“You are women and men of courage when the rest of the world Guatemala but parishioners at St. Mary’s wanted to give thanks to
was afraid,” Bishop Frank J. Caggiano said to healthcare workers at the Lord in a special way for his love and the Eucharist!
the recent Mass of Thanksgiving he celebrated in their honor at St. EN LA SOLEMNIDAD del Cuerpo y la Sangre de Nuestro Señor
Joseph Church in Brookfield on Memorial Day weekend. “I thank you Jesucristo, la comunidad de la parroquia St. Mary en Bridgeport con-
for allowing us to have hope at this time. You were light in a period of struyó una alfombra con acerrin y flores frente a la iglesia. Algunos
ever-growing darkness.” feligreses de Guatemala, México, Perú y Colombia ayudaron a crear
The bishop spoke for all of us when he commended healthcare la alfombra. Esta es una tradición que es original de Guatemala, pero
workers for their diligence and dedication of service especially during los feligreses de St. Mary’s querían agradecer al Señor de una manera
the uncertain times surrounding the coronavirus pandemic. especial por su amor y por la Sagrada Eucaristía.
During his homily, Bishop Caggiano recalled a time when he was
teaching as a college seminarian and a five-year-old child asked, “Why
didn’t God heal everyone and save time?” A thought-provoking ques- CLERGYAPPOINTMENTS
tion that many of us have surely pondered during times of sickness and
especially during these past almost 16 months of the pandemic. The Most Reverend Frank J. Caggiano, Bishop of Bridgeport,
The answer to the question is found in our baptismal responsibility to has made the following clergy appointments in the Diocese of Bridgeport:
continue the work of the Lord Jesus by becoming healers in his name.
“You and I are called to be the healers of His love in this world. That is
Pastor as Judicial Vicar. Effective date was Other
our discipleship,” he said, praising all frontline workers “for being the
REVEREND JOSE ABELARDO May 10, 2021 until August 31, 2022. REVEREND BRENDAN
hands, feet, voice and heart of a healing God” to those suffering during
these challenging times of sickness and loneliness. VASQUEZ, from Parochial REVEREND LUIS ANTONIO BLAWIE, appointed to Summer
The bishop also acknowledged the heroism and sacrifice of all those Administrator to Pastor of Saint ALICEA RIVERA, reappoint- Assistant, Saint John Parish,
who have served their country. “This is the weekend we remember all Charles Borromeo Parish Bridgeport. ed as Defender of the Bond for Darien. Effective date is July 1
those who have fallen in defense of our country and I’d like to think Effective date was June 1. Matrimonial and Ordination until August 31, 2021.
that we can add to that list those who have fallen in the line of duty in Cases and Promoter of Justice for REVEREND CHRISTOPHER
Parochial Administrator
healing. They gave their lives so that others may have life. They fol- Matrimonial cases until August FORD, appointed to Director of
lowed fully and completely in the footsteps of Jesus.” REVEREND JOSEPH GILL, 31, 2022. Campus Ministry for the Diocese
from Parochial Vicar, the Graduate Studies of Bridgeport. Effective date is July
As the pandemic continues to recede and we resume our active
Basilica of Saint John the 1. Father Ford remains Chair of
lives, we must never lose sight of all those—past and present—who Evangelist, Stamford, to Parochial REVEREND WILLIAM
risk so much to protect, serve and heal. At this hopeful moment, let QUINLAN, extension time of the Vocations Team.
Administrator, Saint Jude Parish,
us commit to memory their courage, sacrifice and service and pray for Monroe. Effective date is June 30. graduate study for the Fall semester REVEREND DONALD
their protection. through December 31, 2021. GUGLIELMI, reappointed
Parochial Vicar to Saint Joseph Seminary as
Invite Someone Back! REVEREND ROLANDO
ARIAS-GALVIS, completion of
Residence
REVEREND PAUL R.
Instructor and Spiritual Director for
a term of one-year. Effective date is
July 1, 2021 until June 30, 2022.
Now’s the time to invite your friend, neighbor or family members Graduate Studies, Casa Santa SANKAR, from Saint Francis of
back to Mass. If you haven’t seen them at Mass for a while, let them Maria, Rome, to Parochial Vicar, Assisi, Weston, to Saint Matthew Deacon
know that you miss them. A recent snapshot of Mass attendance The Cathedral Parish, Bridgeport. Parish, Norwalk. Effective date
was May 1. DEACON RAMON LUIS
throughout the diocese found that most parishes are between 58 and Effective date is July 1.
RIVERA, incardinated with the
60 percent of pre-pandemic levels. There may be lingering health con- REVEREND TIMOTHY REVEREND PETER F. LENOX, Archdiocese of San Juan, Puerto
cerns on the part of some who have not returned to Mass, while others IANNACONE, appointed to from Sacred Heart Rectory, Rico. Released from Diocesan
may simply be confused about what to expect. That’s why it’s import- Parochial Vicar, Saint Edward the Georgetown, to Saint Emery Rectory, Assignment
ant to let them know that they no longer need to register or wear Confessor, New Fairfield. Effective Fairfield. Effective date is July 1.
masks if they’ve been vaccinated—and that almost every restriction has REVEREND BRUCE ROBY, to
date was May 1. REVEREND CHRISTOPHER
been lifted. Parishes are doing everything they can to move forward the Diocese of Honolulu. Effective
Tribunal FORD, from Saint Gregory the date was May 10.
in a safe and welcoming manner, and their doors are wide open! It’s Great Parish, Danbury, to Saint
time to welcome all back to the Lord’s Supper and to the shared life of VERY REVEREND ARTHUR Jude Parish, Monroe. Effective Reverend Francis T. Hoffmann
prayer and worship that sustains us. MOLLENHAUER, reappointed date is July 15. Vicar for Clergy, June, 2021
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