2025 Youth Ministry’s Boston Mission Trip Silent Auction Preview – St. Mary’s Parish
(Weekend of Saturday, February 1, Sunday, February 2, closes Monday, February 3 at 10:00 am)
Eggplant Parmigiana Family Dinner-A southern Italian classic dish that oozes with cheesy goodness, you won’t hesitate
for one moment with this meal made by Katelyn, a leader in Youth Ministry and senior at Avon High School! Enjoy a
night off from cooking while Katie prepares you a Charcuterie board appetizer, homemade Eggplant Parmigiana, a salad,
fresh bread and cookies. All this delivered directly to your home and ready to eat.
Move over Michael Phelps-Do you want to be the next fish in the sea? USA high school swimmer and lifeguard, and
Youth Ministry leader Harrison will provide you with four 1-hour swim lessons. Start with the basics or work on
improving your technique. Whatever you need to learn this life-saving skill.
Companions for the elderly-This unique gift is offered to you for an elderly family member who would love some
company. Let Youth Ministry leader Tristan spend four 1-hour Saturday morning sessions where he will play a game or
music (a fabulous cellist), read, listen, or anything else too. Tristan is looking forward to building a relationship soon.
Babysitting Done Right, Every Time-First aid and CPR trained and certified Keira, a leader in Youth Ministry and a high
school junior, offers four 2 hour sessions. Keira is trustworthy, reliable, & spends her summers as a camp counselor too.
Want the best looking yard on the block? Hardworking senior and Youth Ministry leader Brendan will get your lawn
cleaned up and ready for spring! Brendan will spend 3 hours (that is 3 hours that you don’t have to spend) mulching,
raking, weeding, picking up sticks, and more. Your yard will look better than it ever has before.
Shrimp Penne Dinner for 6-Invite some friends over, sit back, and enjoy a delicious home cooked meal made by our
youth ministry teen Anabelle and delivered right to you at your home. Begin your evening with not one but two
appetizers, then, enjoy a fresh Shrimp Penne & Creamy Rose Sauce dinner accompanied by a Garden Salad!
Math Enrichment or Tutoring (K-8 including Algebra-1)-High school student and Presidential Award Winning Matthew
offers 5 – one hour sessions of Math tutoring to your child. Learning from a peer in a comfortable and calm environment
may be just what your child needs, and Matthew is your guy!
Garage/Basement Clean-up-Has your garage or basement seen better days? Do you have items you need help sorting,
organizing or just plain removing? Russell, a leader in Youth Ministry, offers 5 hours or garage or basement cleanup,
including bringing items to Goodwill or a charity of your choice. Whatever you need, it is time to get the job done.
Happiness Shaped Like a Cookie-Enjoy 2 dozen home baked cookies delivered directly to your door every month for 6
months. A different kind of cookie every month, made with love and a sprinkle of magic by Jackson!
A “Rib-a-licious Rendezvous” you say? - This Barbecue and Mac Dinner is a pitmaster’s paradise prepared by Chef Julia.
Enjoy a full course dinner that includes 3 Racks of Ribs, a tray of mouth watering Mac N’ Cheese, homemade Cornbread
and Salad too. Dinner will be delivered hot to your home on an evening of your choice.
Rock On!-Lead guitarist, rock star, and leader in Youth Ministry, Carson will provide your with 3 half hour introductory
guitar lessons. Carson has been playing the guitar for over 10 years, and will make learning fun and enjoyable. Let your
child feel good about their progress while learning with Carson.
Ready, Set, Grow! Need help with planting your spring flowers? Grace D to the rescue with her offer of 2 days, 3 hours
each day for a total of 6 hours, to help plant and make your pots and gardens beautiful. Sit back, relax, and enjoy your
flowers without the labor! It’s time to smell the roses.
Comfort Food at Its Best-Take a break from cooking and enjoy this homemade dinner for six by Amelia. On an evening
of your choice, you and your friends or family will enjoy this fabulous meal that includes a Caesar Salad, Garlic Knots,
Chicken-Broccoli-Cheddar-Casserole, and an Apple Pie with Vanilla Ice Cream.

No Time to mow Your Lawn? Owen’s Lawn Services has you covered. Owen a senior at Simsbury High School, has
committed to help transform your lawn from drastic to fantastic. This service offers you 3 lawn mowing sessions on
dates that are mutually convenient to all and includes lawn mowing, trimming, and blowing off all grass clippings!
A Mama Mia Meal! The foundation of Italian cuisine lies in the use of fresh, high quality ingredients like San Marzano
tomatoes & extra virgin olive oil; simple but tasty ingredients. Tonight’s menu includes a delicious Eggplant Parmesan
served with a Garden Salad, Garlic Bread and homemade brownies for Dessert made by Youth Ministry leader Gavin.
Have a Sweet Tooth for Cookies? Our own sweet Sara, will bake 2 dozen cookies of your choice every month for six
months! That’s 144 Cookies. All you do is choose the cookie and the month, and they will magically appear at your door.
A Taste of Nona’s Kitchen: An Authentic Italian Dinner of your choice: Homemade lasagna or Nona’s Sunday Gravy
with Meatballs and Spaghetti, with only the freshest ingredients, and delivered hot to your door on a weekend date of
your choice, Hot and ready to serve. Dinner is served with Salad, Garlic Bread and Cannoli too!!! Everyone needs a Nona;
she taught our Youth Ministry leader Ahren well, so enjoy!
Mia’s Spreading Joy to Seniors Service! High school charming and energetic freshman Mia is ready to visit and spread
joy to your senior(s)! She will make them cards, read to them, help them out, or simply talk. Something to make their
day better. Four visits at 1-2 hours, semi-monthly or monthly. Mia is a high honors student, an athlete, and nominated
for the Connecticut Association Board of Education Leadership Award!
Meow! Are you heading out of town and need someone to look after your feline companions? Thomas is here to help
with a genuine love for cats and experience. He is reliable and provides attentive care to ensure your pets feel safe,
happy and loved while you are away. Includes a 5-7 day vacation, Thomas will visit twice per day.
Buon Appetito-Perfect for a Dinner Party! This Homemade Lasagna is perfect for when you need a break. Tonight’s Chef
Eve, a leader in Youth Ministry, will make this amazing Italian dinner that includes freshly baked bread, a charcuterie
board, salad and dessert. You pick the night and dinner will be delivered ready to serve.
Babysitting Services – Need an evening or two out with your spouse or friends, or maybe you need a parent helper to
watch the kids while you host a dinner party? Meet Clara, a junior at Simsbury High School and leader in Youth Ministry.
She will provide responsible and nurturing childcare in your home and offers four afternoons, evenings or nights of
babysitting. Your children will love the fun crafts and activities too!
Reserved Row/Mass Seating for Christmas Mass for 4:30 in the St. Mary’s Parish Center – Christmas 2025! Enter into
the most sacred and crowded Masses of the year with calm and glory-by way of a peaceful spirit. You and your family
will be escorted and seated to a private row (of your choice) reserved for the winner of this YM auction item.
Reserved Row/Mass Seating for Christmas Mass for 4:30 in St. Mary’s Church – Christmas 2025! Enter into the most
sacred and crowded Masses of the year with calm and glory-by way of a peaceful spirit. You and your family will be
escorted and seated to a private row (of your choice) reserved for the winner of this YM auction item.
Reserved Row/Mass Seating for Easter Mass for 9:30 at St. Mary’s - Easter 2025! Enter into the most sacred-and-
crowded Masses of the year with calm and glory-by way of a peaceful spirit – as you and your family are escorted and
seated to a private row (of your choice) reserved for the winners of this YM auction item.
Reserved Row/Mass Seating for East Mass for 11:00 at St. Mary’s - Easter 2025! Enter into the most sacred-and-
crowded Masses of the year with calm and glory-by way of a peaceful spirit – as you and your family are escorted and
seated to a private row (of your choice) reserved for the winners of this YM auction item.
Enjoy a “Heavenly” Dinner for Four Hosted by Father Stephen – You Don’t Need a Silver Fork to Eat Good Food (Chef
Paul Prudhomme), but you may want to bring one to this dinner! Enjoy a fantastic meal hosted by Fr. Sledesky at a
restaurant of his choice.