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ascension thursday
Ascension Thursday, also known as the Feast of the Ascen
sion of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, is a Holy Day of Obligation. On this day, we celebrate Christ's ascension into Heaven on the 40th day after Resurrection. Below is the Mass schedule:
Wednesday, 5/25
5:30 PM Vigil Mass
Thursday, 5/26
8:00 AM / 9:00 AM (School Mass) / 12:00 Noon
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Happy Easter!
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Faith Formation registration
REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR THE 2022-2023 YEAR
Use the link below to register for the upcoming year.
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Father Stephen's Weekly Message
Ascension Thursday & Holy Days
How is it possible that nearly 40 days have passed since Easter? Time certainly flies! This coming Thursday is Ascension Thursday, when we recall and celebrate Jesus ascending into heaven. In the opening verses of The Acts of the Apostles, Luke gives us a detailed description of this event introduced by these words: “In the first book, Theophilus, I dealt with all that Jesus did and taught until the day he was taken up, after giving instructions through the Holy Spirit to the apostles whom he had chosen. He presented himself alive to them by many proofs after had suffered, appearing to them during forty days and speaking about the kingdom of God.” Before Jesus began his public ministry, he prepared himself through 40 days of fasting in the desert. After his resurrection, but before returning to the Father, Jesus prepared his apostles for their public ministry through 40 days of instruction and accompaniment.
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Parish News
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May 23
“What can we do to pray for a loved one, living or deceased, or how can we do something to honor or memorialize them?” This is a common question, especially after the death of a loved one. To have a Mass or several Masses offered for a person who is deceased is an ancient and commendable practice. A Mass is offered to pray for a person that he/she may be at peace in heaven. Since each Mass is of infinite value, requesting one or several Masses is of tremendous benefit for the person prayed for as well as for the family, knowing that their intention is joined with the prayer of the Church. Click the title to read more.Read More -
May 23
We want to extend a special thank-you to Kathy Piggott, Coordinator of First Reconciliation and First Communion, and Steve DiMotta, Confirmation Coordinator, for their tireless work in preparing our youth to receive these special Sacraments this month.Read More -
May 23
KC Council 2758 is offering post secondary education scholarships. These scholarships are intended for students and families who have demonstrated an active commitment to the Church. Students can obtain an application form and a list of criteria for the scholarship at the St. Mary’s office. The applications are due June 30th, 2022.Read More -
May 23
We have begun the process of searching for a new Youth Minister. A group of parents and teens have been meeting to brainstorm ideas on how we can shape our youth ministry program going forward. This group will assist Father Stephen in putting together a job description that will be used to search for candidates.Read More -
May 23
Sr. Maryann Cantlon, a team member from Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center, will offer a program focusing on the Samaritan woman at the well and her encounter with Jesus. She will discuss how the woman came to know who Jesus was. This Biblical scene from John becomes a way to nourish our faith. It will take place in the Upper Church and there will be a Q&A after the program.Read More -
May 23
Over the next two weeks (5/23 & 5/30) there will be NO Adoration on Monday evenings. Stay tuned for the upcoming summer schedule.Read More
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archbishop's annual appeal 2022
Thank you for considering a contribution to the 2022 Archbishop’s Annual Appeal. Your support will assist the Archdiocese of Hartford to continue its mission of service. Please use the link below to make a secure donation. Thank you for your generosity.
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Calendar Of Events
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Thursday, May 26Ascension Thursday, also known as the Feast of the Ascension of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, is a Holy Day of Obligation. Join us today as we celebrate Christ's ascension into Heaven on the 40th day after Resurrection. Mass times are 8 AM, 9 AM (School) and 12 Noon.Read More
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Thursday, May 26
Today is Father Metzler's 50th Anniversary to the Priesthood. Please join us in celebrating Father's service to both St. Mary's and the Archdiocese of Hartford. Father will be celebrating the 8 AM Mass today.Read More -
Thursday, May 26, 8:30 AM - 9:00 AMExposition is each Thursday after the 8 AM Mass. We encourage those who attend to recite the Rosary privately before the Blessed Sacrament for the welfare of our Church and Country.Read More
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Saturday, May 28The Rosary will be recited each week at 9:30 in the church (unless otherwise occupied) for the benefit of the war in Ukraine, especially the women and children. We invite everyone in the parish to attend.Read More
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Saturday, May 28, 8:00 AM - 9:30 AMA great way to connect with others in the parish and and talk about your faith! Our men’s group offers an opportunity for fellowship, time to reflect on the Sunday Gospel in our daily lives, and to benefit from each other’s faith experiences. Click the link for more information.Read More
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Sunday, May 29Join us today as we celebrate 50 years of Priesthood for Reverend William Metzler. Father Metzler was the pastor at St. Mary’s from 1997—2012 and is currently a parishioner. Father Metzler will celebrate the 11:00 AM Mass and invites parishioners to a light reception in the Parish Center after Mass. We ask you RSVP @https://www.eventcreate.com/e/frmetzler.Read More
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Monday, May 30There will be NO Adoration this evening. Check the bulletin for the upcoming summer schedule.Read More
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Tuesday, May 31, 8:30 AM - 10:00 AMJoin us in the Forcucci Faith Formation Center for a reflection of the upcoming Sunday readings.Read More
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Confession Times
- Saturday: 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
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Adoration Times
- Monday: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM (Excluding 5/23 & 5/30)
- Thursday: 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM
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Today's Readings
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prayer for ukraine
God of peace and justice,
we pray for the people of Ukraine today.
We pray for peace and the laying down of weapons.
We pray for all those who fear for tomorrow,
that your Spirit of comfort would draw near to them.
We pray for those with power over war or peace,
for wisdom, discernment and compassion to guide their decisions.
Above all, we pray for all your precious children, at risk and in fear,
that you would hold and protect them.
We pray in the name of Jesus, the Prince of Peace.
Amen.
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Word on Fire - daily reflections
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St. Mary's School
St. Mary’s School is the Farmington Valley's only Catholic school for grades K-8 and in 2018 was recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as a Blue Ribbon School (the only non-public school in New England to receive the designation!)
Offering a unique blending of traditional academics and 21st century technology, St. Mary's challenges today's students to actively master subject matter. Encouraged to lead and taught to serve, students graduate with confidence, well prepared for secondary education and to assume the rights and responsibilities of Christian young adults.Click the photo for more information about St. Mary's School!
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St. Mary's LiveStream
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Marriage Weekend 2022
World Marriage Day is celebrated on the second Sunday of February.
On February 13, at our 9:30 Mass, Monsignor Frank Matera offered a special blessing
for the couples of our parish to honor their lifelong commitment as husband and wife.
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Parish Retreat - VIDEOOur Parish Retreat was quite a success!
Our experience during the pandemic can be compared to what Israel faced in the Old Testament. Our retreat -- Exile and Return -- explored OUR time of exile (cut off from family and friends) as well as our need to renew our faith and our parish life as we emerge from the pandemic.
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