Simsbury, CT 06070
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Mass Schedule
- Saturday: 5:00 PM EnglishEnglishEN
- Sunday: 8:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN 9:30 AM EnglishEnglishEN 11:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN
- Monday: 8:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN Eucharistic Adoration at 8:30 am each Monday
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN
- Thursday: 8:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN
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Witnessing To Our Faith
In 2018 one of the most important events that occurred in our parish was the mission we held during Lent. That mission was something we prepared for throughout the year by focusing on the theme of Faith on Fire. When our mission ended, many parishioners asked how we might follow up on our mission experience. Is there a theme that can energize and continue to renew us, something that can guide our parish life in the year ahead?
The theme I have decided on is "Witnessing To Our Faith". Witnesses testify to what they have seen, heard and experienced. I am designating the third Sunday of every month as Witness Sunday, a day when parishioners from our faith community will give a brief testimoney of their faith. These testimonies allow us to hear what they belive and why they believe so that we can continue to grow in our faith.
In the weeks ahead I will return to the theme of Witnessing Our Faith, and we will hear many testimonies from our fellow parishioners. All of this will culminate in a celebration of witness and song during Lent, similar to last year's celebration of song and praise at the opening of our parish mission. Listen to what your fellow parishioners testify about their faith, and ask yourself:What do I believe? Why do I believe? And what is my witness to Christ?
Father Matera
Click HERE to read testimonies from our parishioners
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Blue Ribbon School of Excellence!
On Monday, October 1st, the U.S. Department of Education designated Saint Mary’s School as a Blue Ribbon School.
We are proud of the accomplishments of the St. Mary’s School faculty and staff, and especially of its beloved principal, Mrs. Margaret Williamson, who has brought our school to a new level of excellence.
St. Mary’s School is one of just five schools in Connecticut -- and the ONLY non-public school in New England! -- to be named a Blue Ribbon School this year.
Click here to view TV coverage of our Blue Ribbon Announcement.
Click here to listen to Mrs. Williamson's radio interview on WTIC AM 1080.
Click here to read The Hartford Courant article about the announcement.
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Campus Connection Project
Check out our Campus Connection webpage for the latest updates. You can also click on the links below for more information.
Construction Is Moving Along!
New Traffic Pattern & Limited Parking (as of 8/20/18)
Religious Education Drop Off & Pick Up (2018-2019)
Parking Ambassadors - Sign Up Genius
Thermometer Graphic (8/31/18)
Donate to the Campus Connection Project
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A Message From Father Matera
St. Mary's School:
A Blue Ribbon School!
On Monday, October 1st, the U.S. Department of Education designated Saint Mary’s School as a Blue Ribbon School.
We are proud of the accomplishments of the St. Mary’s School faculty and staff, and especially of its beloved principal, Mrs. Margaret Williamson, who has brought our school to a new level of excellence.
St. Mary’s School is one of just five schools in Connecticut -- and the ONLY non-public school in New England! -- to be named a Blue Ribbon School this year.
The U.S. Department of Education has been recognizing great schools across the country since 1982 based on their "overall academic excellence or their progress in closing achievement gaps among student subgroups." Just 8,800 schools have been honored over the course of the 36-year history of the program.
According to the Department of Education:"The National Blue Ribbon School award affirms the hard work of students, educators, families, and communities in creating safe and welcoming schools where students master challenging content. The National Blue Ribbon School flag gracing an entry or flying overhead is a widely recognized symbol of exemplary teaching and learning.”
Have you considered enrolling your child in St. Mary’s School, a Blue Ribbon School!
Sincerely,
Father Matera
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News
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November 7
Mr. Jack Bannan was a WWII veteran who was captured and starved by the Nazis. Twenty-six years ago, he started the Farmington Valley Turkey Trot for FoodShare. Mr. Bannan was a parishioner at Saint Mary's Church and his legacy lives on through all who generously share what they have with others each year. This year the goal is 2,500 turkeys. Every year teens in IGNITE help load the trucks in the HJMS parking lot. Click the title to sign up.Read More -
October 16
Save the Date! On Saturday, December 8th, our children and teens will bring the Nativity story to life following the 5:00PM Vigil Mass. Let’s gather in the church on this blessed evening for a Night in Bethlehem to mark the beginning of the Season of Advent. All are welcome!Read More -
October 8
Are you (or someone you know) in the market for quality office space? Our parish offices will relocate once our Campus Connection building is complete, meaning our current office building at 3 Massaco is on the market. Contact Sam at Berkshire Hathaway (call/text) for more information: 860-803-9760Read More -
October 7
Join our parish and school communities in leaving a legacy by sponsoring a brick! Families are invited to create their own personalized brick with an uplifting message, a memorial to a loved one, commemoration of a momentous occasion or a recognition of a family name. By sponsoring a brick for our exciting Campus Connection project, your brick will be placed in the circular pathway surrounding our beloved St. Mary statue within the new Courtyard. Click on the title for information on how to personalize your brick.Read More -
October 5
Annual Lyman Pie & Otis Spunkmeyer Cookie Dough Fund Raiser Starts on Friday, 10/5! Just in time for the holidays, - pickup date will be 11/12. St. Mary's Home & School Association will be selling frozen Lyman Pies & Otis Spunkmeyer Cookie Dough. Orders may be placed online. Click the title for the link and for more information.Read More -
September 17
Stephen Ministry is looking for new leadership. If you enjoy people, learning, and serving others please consider becoming a part of this ministry. This is an established program of one to one caring at St. Mary's Parish. All training is provided. Call 860-658-7627, ext 114.Read More -
September 17
When crossing from the Town Parking Lot to the Church, please do not jay walk. Use the crosswalk at the Post Office or at Massaco Street. Also, please do not park in the fire lanes around the church. Thank-you for everyone's continued support and cooperation.Read More -
September 17Thank-you to everyone who participated in the parish listening session on Wednesday, 9/5. Notes of the meeting have been left at the exits of the church.Read More
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September 17Are you interested in singing with the Adult Choir for the 11 AM mass? Join us for rehearsals on Thursday evenings at 7:00 PM inside the church. See Gena Sullivan after the 5 PM, 8 AM or 11 AM masses or call the church office if you have questions.Read More
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August 28On Sundays when Religious Education is in session, Parking Ambassadors (wearing yellow vests) will be available to direct traffic in North Parking Lot. Parents of Grades 1-3 are asked to park and walk your child to St. Francis Garden Door. Parents of Grades 4-6 will be directed to drop-off at North School Entrance then circle back out exiting onto Hopmeadow Street at the light. To ease backups, we encourage right hand turns exiting onto Hopmeadow Street. Click the title for more information.Read More
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Confession
- Sat: 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM (Weekly)
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St. Mary's Calendar
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Thursday, November 22, 9:30 AM - 11:00 AMJoin us in the lower church for our study of "Walking Together: Discovering the Catholic Tradition of Spiritual Friendship." For more information contact Joanne Russell (joanne.russell@comcast.net).Read More
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Thursday, November 22, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PMAre you interested in singing with the Adult Choir for the 11 AM mass? Join us for rehearsals on Thursday evenings at 7:00 PM inside the church. See Gena Sullivan after the 5 PM, 8 AM or 11 AM masses or call the church office if you have questions.Read More
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Saturday, November 24, 8:00 AM - 8:30 AMThe rosary is recited each Saturday morning at 8:00 AM in the church. All are welcome to join us!Read More
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Saturday, November 24, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PMConfessions are heard each Saturday between 3:00 and 4:00 PM.Read More
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Sunday, November 25, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PMOur youth program is not in session this evening in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Enjoy time with family!Read More
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Monday, November 26The Knights of Columbus will have an officer's meeting this evening at 7 PM tonight.Read More
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Monday, November 26, 8:30 AM - 9:30 AMEucharistic Adoration each Monday morning following Daily Mass to make reparation for sins of abuse, to pray for the Archdiocesan Synod and to pray for vocations to the priesthood and religious life.Read More
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Tuesday, November 27, 7:00 PMStephen Ministers will meet this evening in the lower church.Read More
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Tuesday, November 27, 7:30 PM - 9:00 PMThe Music Group for the 9:30 AM Mass includes instrumentalists and singers. The group consists of middle school students, high school students and adults. Practices are held in the church on Tuesday evenings from 7:30 to 9:00. For more information, contact Patty Lepak, 651-9930 or lepakfamily@gmail.comRead More
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Wednesday, November 28, 4:00 PMAll second graders and their parents are asked to attend. Fr. Matera will give a brief description of what students should expect when they receive the sacrament.Read More
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Thursday, November 29, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PMAre you interested in singing with the Adult Choir for the 11 AM mass? Join us for rehearsals on Thursday evenings at 7:00 PM inside the church. See Gena Sullivan after the 5 PM, 8 AM or 11 AM masses or call the church office if you have questions.Read More
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Friday, November 30, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PMWe're cooking for the Calcutta Project tonight. Sign up and meet us in the Parish Center kitchen.Read More
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