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1 8:00 Mercy Shelter - Desserts Needed 8:00 HAPPY EASTER! 7:00p Contemplative Prayer Group Month View April 1, 2018 Mercy Shelter - Desserts Needed Sunday, April 1, 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM Desserts and fruit are needed to take to Mercy Shelter in Hartford. All items can be dropped off in the lower church before 3:00 PM. Thanks for all the donations! HAPPY EASTER! Sunday, April 1, 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM Alleluia! We celebrate the Resurrection of our Lord -- the foundation of our faith -- with Mass at 8:00 am, 9:30 am and 11:00 am. Join us! Contemplative Prayer Group Sunday, April 1, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Deepen your relationship with God, yourself and others using forms of prayer based on ancient Christian Monastic prayer practices. Newcomer orientation at 6:30 pm followed by the group meeting at 7:00 pm.	2 Parish Office - CLOSED 8:00 Daily Mass 6:00p Sacrament of Reconciliation Month View April 2, 2018 Parish Office - CLOSED Monday, April 2 The parish offices are closed today in celebration of Easter Monday. Daily Mass Monday, April 2, 8:00 AM Join us this morning for daily mass. Sacrament of Reconciliation Monday, April 2, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Confessions are heard on the first Monday of the month from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm.	3 8:00 Daily Mass 7:00p IGNITE Youth Ministry Month View April 3, 2018 Daily Mass Tuesday, April 3, 8:00 AM Join us this morning for daily mass. IGNITE Youth Ministry Tuesday, April 3, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM We're Skyping with seminarians tonight. They will be sharing their vocation stories, answering your questions, and giving us a virtual tour of seminary life. Meet us in the youth lounge! There will be snacks.	4 8:00 Daily Mass Month View April 4, 2018 Daily Mass Wednesday, April 4, 8:00 AM Join us this morning for daily mass.	5 8:00 Daily Mass 9:30 Bible Study: The Gospel of John 7:00p Adult Choir Rehearsal Month View April 5, 2018 Daily Mass Thursday, April 5, 8:00 AM Join us this morning for daily mass. Bible Study: The Gospel of John Thursday, April 5, 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM Join us for our study of The Gospel of John. For more information contact Joanne Russell (joanne.russell@comcast.net). Adult Choir Rehearsal Thursday, April 5, 7:00 PM Are 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.	6 Month View April 6, 2018	7 8:00 Rosary 3:00p Sacrament of Reconciliation 5:00p Sunday Vigil Month View April 7, 2018 Rosary Saturday, April 7, 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM The rosary is recited each Saturday morning at 8:00 AM in the church. All are welcome to join us! Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday, April 7, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Confessions are heard each Saturday between 3:00 and 4:00 PM. Sunday Vigil Saturday, April 7, 5:00 PM Join us at 5 PM for the vigil mass.
8 Parish Council Nominations 8:00 Sunday Mass 9:30 Mass 11:00 Mass 6:00p No MS/HS small groups Month View April 8, 2018 Parish Council Nominations Sunday, April 8 Nominations for (2) At Large Members of the Parish Council are currently being accepted. Nominations can be submitted using the ballots found in the pews. All nominations must be submitted by Sunday, April 15. Sunday Mass Sunday, April 8, 8:00 AM Join us for mass this morning at 8:00 AM. Mass Sunday, April 8, 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Join us for mass this morning at 9:30 AM. Mass Sunday, April 8, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Join us for mass this morning at 11:00 AM. No MS/HS small groups Sunday, April 8, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Small groups are not in session tonight. Enjoy spring break and stay safe. Happy Divine Mercy Sunday!	9 8:00 Daily Mass Month View April 9, 2018 Daily Mass Monday, April 9, 8:00 AM Join us this morning for daily mass.	10 8:00 Daily Mass 2:00p IGNITE Youth Ministry Month View April 10, 2018 Daily Mass Tuesday, April 10, 8:00 AM Join us this morning for daily mass. IGNITE Youth Ministry Tuesday, April 10, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Want to know what it's like to live your faith after high school? Swing by Starbucks for coffee with Kathleen and a former FOCUS missionary!	11 8:00 Daily Mass 4:00p Granny's Attic Drop-Off 7:00p Parish Council Meeting Month View April 11, 2018 Daily Mass Wednesday, April 11, 8:00 AM Join us this morning for daily mass. Granny's Attic Drop-Off Wednesday, April 11, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM Our annual Granny's Attic tag sale needs your help! Drop off your unwanted treasures today! Parish Council Meeting Wednesday, April 11, 7:00 PM The Parish Council will meet this evening in the lower church.	12 8:00 Daily Mass 4:00p Granny's Attic Drop-Off 7:00p Adult Choir Rehearsal Month View April 12, 2018 Daily Mass Thursday, April 12, 8:00 AM Join us this morning for daily mass. Granny's Attic Drop-Off Thursday, April 12, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM Our annual Granny's Attic tag sale needs your help! Drop off your unwanted treasures today! Adult Choir Rehearsal Thursday, April 12, 7:00 PM Are 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.	13 4:00p Granny's Attic Drop-Off Month View April 13, 2018 Granny's Attic Drop-Off Friday, April 13, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM Our annual Granny's Attic tag sale needs your help! Drop off your unwanted treasures today!	14 8:00 Rosary 9:00 Granny's Attic Drop-Off 9:00 St. Mary's Spring Cleanup 3:00p Sacrament of Reconciliation 5:00p Sunday Vigil Month View April 14, 2018 Rosary Saturday, April 14, 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM The rosary is recited each Saturday morning at 8:00 AM in the church. All are welcome to join us! Granny's Attic Drop-Off Saturday, April 14, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Our annual Granny's Attic tag sale needs your help! Drop off your unwanted treasures today! St. Mary's Spring Cleanup Saturday, April 14, 9:00 AM It's Spring and time to spruce up our St. Mary's campus. Join us this morning as we rake, blow, trim, sweep and spread mulch. Any time you and your family & friends can contribute will be greatly appreciated! (BYOT -- Bring Your Own Tools) Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday, April 14, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Confessions are heard each Saturday between 3:00 and 4:00 PM. Sunday Vigil Saturday, April 14, 5:00 PM Join us at 5 PM for the vigil mass.
15 Second Collection (Peter's Pence) Parish Council Nominations 8:00 Sunday Mass 8:15 Religious Education (Grades 1-6) 9:00 Granny's Attic Drop-Off 9:30 Mass 11:00 Confirmation Mass 11:00 Mass 12:00p Bereavement Support Group 5:30p IGNITE Youth Ministry 6:00p Middle School Religious Education (Grades 7-8) 7:00p Contemplative Prayer Group Month View April 15, 2018 Second Collection (Peter's Pence) Sunday, April 15 This weekend the second collection is the Peter’s Pence Collection, which provides Pope Francis with the funds he needs to carry out his charitable works around the world. The proceeds benefit our brothers and sisters on the margins of society, including victims of war, oppression, and disasters. Please be generous. To make an online donation, please click the title. Parish Council Nominations Sunday, April 15 Nominations for (2) At Large Members of the Parish Council are currently being accepted. Nominations can be submitted using the ballots found in the pews. All nominations must be submitted by Sunday, April 15. Sunday Mass Sunday, April 15, 8:00 AM Join us for mass this morning at 8:00 AM. Religious Education (Grades 1-6) Sunday, April 15, 8:15 AM - 11:45 AM Our Religious Education program for grades 1-6 meets today. Grades 4-6 will attend 9:30 Mass together. All families are welcome. Granny's Attic Drop-Off Sunday, April 15, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Our annual Granny's Attic tag sale needs your help! Drop off your unwanted treasures today! Mass Sunday, April 15, 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Join us for mass this morning at 9:30 AM. Confirmation Mass Sunday, April 15, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Year 2 candidates (sophomores and juniors) will attend this Mass at Saint Mary's as a group. On this day, the parish will acknowledge our candidates before they are confirmed at the Cathedral of Saint Joseph on April 21. A light reception and service opportunities will follow in the Parish Center for parents/guardians and candidates. Mass Sunday, April 15, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Join us for mass this morning at 11:00 AM. Bereavement Support Group Sunday, April 15, 12:00 PM If you have lost someone and would like support feel free to join our Bereavement Support Group after the 11:00 AM Mass today. We will meet in the lower church. We hope to see you there. IGNITE Youth Ministry Sunday, April 15, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Student missionaries are on mission tonight. Middle School Religious Education (Grades 7-8) Sunday, April 15, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Our Middle School Religious Education program for grades 7-8 meets tonight at St. Mary's School. Contemplative Prayer Group Sunday, April 15, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Deepen your relationship with God, yourself and others using forms of prayer based on ancient Christian Monastic prayer practices. Newcomer orientation at 6:30 pm followed by the group meeting at 7:00 pm.	16 8:00 Daily Mass 9:30 RCIA Meeting 10:00 Granny's Attic & Boutique Month View April 16, 2018 Daily Mass Monday, April 16, 8:00 AM Join us this morning for daily mass. RCIA Meeting Monday, April 16, 9:30 AM RCIA will meet today in the lower church library. Click the title to see what chapters will be covered. Granny's Attic & Boutique Monday, April 16, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Come browse our selection and find a hidden treasure! (We're in the former Wagner Showroom again this year, across from Kane's Market)	17 8:00 Daily Mass 10:00 Granny's Attic & Boutique 7:00p IGNITE Youth Ministry Month View April 17, 2018 Daily Mass Tuesday, April 17, 8:00 AM Join us this morning for daily mass. Granny's Attic & Boutique Tuesday, April 17, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Come browse our selection and find a hidden treasure! (We're in the former Wagner Showroom again this year, across from Kane's Market) IGNITE Youth Ministry Tuesday, April 17, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM For the third night in our spring series, we will focus on the theme of praying through decisions. We will also write cards to the Sisters of Charity who visited in March and the seminarians who Skyped with us two weeks ago.	18 8:00 Daily Mass 10:00 Granny's Attic & Boutique 7:00p Bible Study with Deacon Art Month View April 18, 2018 Daily Mass Wednesday, April 18, 8:00 AM Join us this morning for daily mass. Granny's Attic & Boutique Wednesday, April 18, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Come browse our selection and find a hidden treasure! (We're in the former Wagner Showroom again this year, across from Kane's Market) Bible Study with Deacon Art Wednesday, April 18, 7:00 PM Join Deacon Art in the Parish Center beginning at 7 PM. Prior to Bible Study join us at 6:10 PM for Lectio Divina and/or 6:45 PM for Prayers for Healing and Special Intentions. Please bring your Bible and a friend. All are welcome!	19 8:00 Daily Mass 9:30 Bible Study: The Gospel of John 10:00 Granny's Attic & Boutique 11:00 Rosary at McLean 7:00p Adult Choir Rehearsal Month View April 19, 2018 Daily Mass Thursday, April 19, 8:00 AM Join us this morning for daily mass. Bible Study: The Gospel of John Thursday, April 19, 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM Join us for our study of The Gospel of John. For more information contact Joanne Russell (joanne.russell@comcast.net). Granny's Attic & Boutique Thursday, April 19, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Come browse our selection and find a hidden treasure! (We're in the former Wagner Showroom again this year, across from Kane's Market) Rosary at McLean Thursday, April 19, 11:00 AM A group of parishioners recite the rosary at McLean at 11:00 AM on the 3rd Thursday of the month. This group is always in need of volunteers; please feel free to participate as many times as you can. Adult Choir Rehearsal Thursday, April 19, 7:00 PM Are 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.	20 8:00 Granny's Attic & Boutique Month View April 20, 2018 Granny's Attic & Boutique Friday, April 20, 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Come browse our selection and find a hidden treasure! (We're in the former Wagner Showroom again this year, across from Kane's Market)	21 First Eucharist Retreat (Time TBD) 8:00 Granny's Attic & Boutique 8:00 Rosary 11:00 Rite of Confirmation 2:30p IGNITE Youth Ministry 3:00p Sacrament of Reconciliation 5:00p Sunday Vigil Month View April 21, 2018 First Eucharist Retreat (Time TBD) Saturday, April 21 Our second graders will be participating with their parents in a First Eucharist Retreat this morning in the Parish Center. Parents will receive an email in March with more details. Granny's Attic & Boutique Saturday, April 21, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Come browse our selection and find a hidden treasure! (We're in the former Wagner Showroom again this year, across from Kane's Market) Rosary Saturday, April 21, 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM The rosary is recited each Saturday morning at 8:00 AM in the church. All are welcome to join us! Rite of Confirmation Saturday, April 21, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Our entire group of Year 2 candidates will receive the Sacrament of Confirmation during the celebration of Mass at the Cathedral of Saint Joseph in Hartford today. Please keep them in your prayers! IGNITE Youth Ministry Saturday, April 21, 2:30 PM - 6:20 PM Teens will be selling baked goods after all Masses this weekend. This fundraiser will help to cover costs for our annual trip to the Steubenville East Catholic Youth Conference. Over the past five years, our parishioners have been very supportive. We are grateful for your generosity! Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday, April 21, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Confessions are heard each Saturday between 3:00 and 4:00 PM. Sunday Vigil Saturday, April 21, 5:00 PM Join us at 5 PM for the vigil mass.
22 8:00 IGNITE Youth Ministry 8:00 Sunday Mass 8:15 Religious Education (Grades 1-6) 9:30 Mass 10:00 Granny's Attic & Boutique 11:00 Mass 5:30p IGNITE Youth Ministry 6:00p High School Confirmation Prep Month View April 22, 2018 IGNITE Youth Ministry Sunday, April 22, 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM Teens will be selling baked goods after all Masses this weekend. This fundraiser will help to cover costs for our annual trip to the Steubenville East Catholic Youth Conference. Over the past five years, our parishioners have been very supportive. We are grateful for your generosity! Sunday Mass Sunday, April 22, 8:00 AM Join us for mass this morning at 8:00 AM. Religious Education (Grades 1-6) Sunday, April 22, 8:15 AM - 11:45 AM Our Religious Education program for grades 1-6 meets today. Mass Sunday, April 22, 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Join us for mass this morning at 9:30 AM. Granny's Attic & Boutique Sunday, April 22, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Come browse our selection and find a hidden treasure! (We're in the former Wagner Showroom again this year, across from Kane's Market). Mass Sunday, April 22, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Join us for mass this morning at 11:00 AM. IGNITE Youth Ministry Sunday, April 22, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Student missionaries are on mission tonight. High School Confirmation Prep Sunday, April 22, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM This is a LOFT Night focusing on Missionary Discipleship which is the theme put out by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. This session is optional for sophomores and juniors who were confirmed at the cathedral on Saturday and may still have family in town.	23 8:00 Daily Mass 10:00 Granny's Attic & Boutique - BONUS DAYS! Month View April 23, 2018 Daily Mass Monday, April 23, 8:00 AM Join us this morning for daily mass. Granny's Attic & Boutique - BONUS DAYS! Monday, April 23, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Due to the success we've had this year with donations and volunteers, we are still here through Wednesday. Come browse our selection and find a hidden treasure! (We're in the former Wagner Showroom, across from Kane's Market).	24 8:00 Daily Mass 10:00 Granny's Attic & Boutique - BONUS DAYS! 7:00p IGNITE Youth Ministry Month View April 24, 2018 Daily Mass Tuesday, April 24, 8:00 AM Join us this morning for daily mass. Granny's Attic & Boutique - BONUS DAYS! Tuesday, April 24, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Due to the success we've had this year with donations and volunteers, we are still here through Wednesday. Come browse our selection and find a hidden treasure! (We're in the former Wagner Showroom, across from Kane's Market). IGNITE Youth Ministry Tuesday, April 24, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Tonight we will be baking cookies for our seminarians in the Parish Center kitchen.	25 8:00 Daily Mass 10:00 Granny's Attic & Boutique - FINAL BONUS DAY! 6:30p Women's Guild (Helping Hands) 7:00p Women's Guild - General Meeting Month View April 25, 2018 Daily Mass Wednesday, April 25, 8:00 AM Join us this morning for daily mass. Granny's Attic & Boutique - FINAL BONUS DAY! Wednesday, April 25, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Don't miss out -- today is the final day! Come find a hidden treasure! (We're in the former Wagner Showroom, across from Kane's Market). Women's Guild (Helping Hands) Wednesday, April 25, 6:30 PM The newly formed Helping Hands committee will be having a kick off potluck dinner prior to the Women's Guild general meeting at 7 PM. This committee will provide meals for families in need due to births, illness, surgery or a death in the family. Please bring a sampling of a dinner or dessert that you would offer a family. We will also be compiling a list of recipes for volunteers in need of suggestions. Women's Guild - General Meeting Wednesday, April 25, 7:00 PM Join us tonight for our general meeting. Prior to the meeting we will have a Helping Hands Potluck Dinner sampling at 6:30. All are welcome!	26 8:00 Daily Mass 9:30 Bible Study: The Gospel of John 7:00p Adult Choir Rehearsal Month View April 26, 2018 Daily Mass Thursday, April 26, 8:00 AM Join us this morning for daily mass. Bible Study: The Gospel of John Thursday, April 26, 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM Join us for our study of The Gospel of John. For more information contact Joanne Russell (joanne.russell@comcast.net). Adult Choir Rehearsal Thursday, April 26, 7:00 PM Are 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.	27 Month View April 27, 2018	28 8:00 Rosary 2:30p IGNITE Youth Ministry 3:00p Sacrament of Reconciliation 3:30p Growing in Wisdom and Grace at Each Stage of Our LIves 5:00p Anniversary Mass / Wine & Cheese Social 5:00p Sunday Vigil Month View April 28, 2018 Rosary Saturday, April 28, 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM The rosary is recited each Saturday morning at 8:00 AM in the church. All are welcome to join us! IGNITE Youth Ministry Saturday, April 28, 2:30 PM - 6:20 PM Teens will be selling baked goods after all Masses this weekend. This fundraiser will help to cover costs for our annual trip to the Steubenville East Catholic Youth Conference. Over the past five years, our parishioners have been very supportive. We are grateful for your generosity! Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday, April 28, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Confessions are heard each Saturday between 3:00 and 4:00 PM. Growing in Wisdom and Grace at Each Stage of Our LIves Saturday, April 28, 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM The Adult Enrichment committee invites you to join us in the Parish Center for a talk on Growing in Wisdom and Grace at Each Stage of our Lives. Lay Ecclesial Minister, Judy Talvacchia, will speak on exploring the lives of Mary and Elizabeth, who point the way to wisdom and holiness throughout life. Light refreshments will be provided. The talk will conclude prior to the 5:00 PM Mass. Anniversary Mass / Wine & Cheese Social Saturday, April 28, 5:00 PM Join us for our Spring Marriage Anniversary Mass this evening. If you celebrate your wedding anniversary during the months of March, April or May join us at the 5:00 PM Mass so we can bless your marriage and you can renew your marriage vows. A Wine and Cheese Social is open to everyone in the congregation in the Parish Center. Sunday Vigil Saturday, April 28, 5:00 PM Join us at 5 PM for the vigil mass.
29 8:00 IGNITE Youth Ministry 8:00 Sunday Mass 8:15 Religious Education (Grades 1-6) 9:30 Mass 11:00 Mass 6:00p No MS/HS small groups 6:00p No MS/HS small groups 6:00p Women's Guild - Service Committee Meeting Month View April 29, 2018 IGNITE Youth Ministry Sunday, April 29, 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM Teens will be selling baked goods after all Masses this weekend. This fundraiser will help to cover costs for our annual trip to the Steubenville East Catholic Youth Conference. Over the past five years, our parishioners have been very supportive. We are grateful for your generosity! Sunday Mass Sunday, April 29, 8:00 AM Join us for mass this morning at 8:00 AM. Religious Education (Grades 1-6) Sunday, April 29, 8:15 AM - 11:45 AM Today is the last day of Religious Education for grades 1-6. Grades 1-3 will attend 9:30 Mass together. All families are welcome. Mass Sunday, April 29, 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Join us for mass this morning at 9:30 AM. Mass Sunday, April 29, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Join us for mass this morning at 11:00 AM. No MS/HS small groups Sunday, April 29, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Our youth program is not in session tonight. Enjoy the time with your family! No MS/HS small groups Sunday, April 29, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Our youth program is not in session tonight. Enjoy the time with your family! Women's Guild - Service Committee Meeting Sunday, April 29, 6:00 PM The Women's Guild service committee will meet this evening in the lower church. Our current activities include fundraising efforts for the scholarship fund and collecting baby items for Saint Gerards. All are welcome!	30 Women's Guild - Popcorn Sale 8:00 Daily Mass Month View April 30, 2018 Women's Guild - Popcorn Sale Monday, April 30 The Women's Guild will be hosting a popcorn sale outside the church during the Memorial Day parade. Daily Mass Monday, April 30, 8:00 AM Join us this morning for daily mass.