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Clare Gallery Exhibit: “Leave No Trace”
Clare Gallery’s first 2024 exhibition is Leave No Trace by Sariah Park. Park is an inter-disciplinary artist of European and Indigenous descent, and is an enrolled member of the Chiricahua […]
SPSA Music Ministry Sings Choral Evensong at St. John’s Episcopal Church
SPSA Music Ministry Sings Choral Evensong at St. John’s Episcopal Church
St. Patrick - St. Anthony's Gallery Choir will sing Evensong featuring Organist Scott Lamlein Please join us in supporting our choirs as they explore new musical horizons beyond the familiar […]
Community Sunday Evening Edition
Community Sunday Evening Edition
Join us after the 5:00 pm Mass for Community Sunday Evening Edition... a gathering with wine, cheese and snacks and of course the opportunity to build community and meet other […]
2 events,
“We Have Seen His Glory”: An Introduction to John’s Gospel
“We Have Seen His Glory”: An Introduction to John’s Gospel
During Holy Week and throughout the Easter season, the Church for the most part puts aside the Gospels of Matthew, Mark and Luke, and focuses our attention on the Gospel […]
3 events,
Group Spiritual Reflection – On Zoom
Group Spiritual Reflection – On Zoom
Meet us on zoom for our Tuesday gathering. Our gathering will reflect upon the Gospel for the upcoming Sunday to guide us on our path of discipleship. As companions on the […]
Woman of Sorrow – Woman of Hope
Woman of Sorrow – Woman of Hope
In Church following 12:05 Mass Our stunning stained-glass windows depict scenes from the life of Christ along with rich images of the saints. Set aside meditation time this Lent to […]
4 events,
In Quiet Prayer
In Quiet Prayer
“For many of us, life seems to be lived at a busy and frenetic pace, with little or perhaps no time to be quiet, to be still, or to be […]
People of Hope: “The Flowing Grace of Now”
People of Hope: “The Flowing Grace of Now”
“To see requires a deeply contemplative spirit and an open heart. To see requires learning to live awake. When we begin to live awake, we will see teachers everywhere”, writes […]
Group Spiritual Reflection – In Person
Group Spiritual Reflection – In Person
Meet us in the Franciscan Center for our weekly in person gathering. Our gathering will reflect upon the Gospel for the upcoming Sunday to guide us on our path of […]
4 events,
Psalms: A Never-Ending Discovery
Psalms: A Never-Ending Discovery
One finishes the study of the psalms with a sense of inadequacy of not being enough. That is why the psalms continue to enrich and nurture long after a study has run […]
“Longing for Peace” Prayer Services
“Longing for Peace” Prayer Services
As war and violence continue in several locations around the globe, we feel the urgent need to pray for peace. Trusting that prayer is one response we can make to these […]
Prayer Shawl Meeting (in person)
Prayer Shawl Meeting (in person)
The Prayer Shawl Ministry at St. Patrick-St. Anthony Parish serves the parish family and the larger community by making and giving shawls as a gesture of love in times of […]
2 events,
Stations of the Cross
Stations of the Cross
After the 12:05 pm Mass during the season of Lent, join us in praying the Stations of the Cross. Since the edict of Toleration, decreed by the Emperor Constantine in […]
2 events,
Snack Drive
Snack Drive
Drop off snacks 1st Sunday of each month after Masses or anytime the office is open. Our Sandwich Ministry hands out bags of prepackaged snacks with sandwiches every day.
3 events,
Drumming Circle
Drumming Circle
Did you know that drumming is good for the spirit as well as the heart and mind! Please join us for an evening of African drumming rhythms once a month […]
“We Have Seen His Glory”: An Introduction to John’s Gospel
“We Have Seen His Glory”: An Introduction to John’s Gospel
During Holy Week and throughout the Easter season, the Church for the most part puts aside the Gospels of Matthew, Mark and Luke, and focuses our attention on the Gospel […]
3 events,
Group Spiritual Reflection – On Zoom
Group Spiritual Reflection – On Zoom
Meet us on zoom for our Tuesday gathering. Our gathering will reflect upon the Gospel for the upcoming Sunday to guide us on our path of discipleship. As companions on the […]
Woman of Sorrow – Woman of Hope
Woman of Sorrow – Woman of Hope
In Church following 12:05 Mass Our stunning stained-glass windows depict scenes from the life of Christ along with rich images of the saints. Set aside meditation time this Lent to […]
5 events,
In Quiet Prayer
In Quiet Prayer
“For many of us, life seems to be lived at a busy and frenetic pace, with little or perhaps no time to be quiet, to be still, or to be […]
People of Hope: “The Flowing Grace of Now”
People of Hope: “The Flowing Grace of Now”
“To see requires a deeply contemplative spirit and an open heart. To see requires learning to live awake. When we begin to live awake, we will see teachers everywhere”, writes […]
Group Spiritual Reflection – In Person
Group Spiritual Reflection – In Person
Meet us in the Franciscan Center for our weekly in person gathering. Our gathering will reflect upon the Gospel for the upcoming Sunday to guide us on our path of […]
Praying with Sacred Scripture
Praying with Sacred Scripture
Please consider joining us for “lectio divina” (divine reading.) It is a prayerful reading of a bible passage in order to discern its message for each of us today. We […]
2 events,
Psalms: A Never-Ending Discovery
Psalms: A Never-Ending Discovery
One finishes the study of the psalms with a sense of inadequacy of not being enough. That is why the psalms continue to enrich and nurture long after a study has run […]
3 events,
Stations of the Cross
Stations of the Cross
After the 12:05 pm Mass during the season of Lent, join us in praying the Stations of the Cross. Since the edict of Toleration, decreed by the Emperor Constantine in […]
St. Patrick’s Day Parade Mass
St. Patrick’s Day Parade Mass
Please join us as we welcome Coadjutor Archbishop Christopher J. Coyne and the Central Connecticut Celtic Cultural Committee, sponsor of the Greater Hartford St. Patrick’s Day Parade, to the Committee’s […]
2 events,
Centering Yoga
Centering Yoga
Parishioner Michael Leahy (YTT 200) will lead a free yoga class Saturday from 9-10 am in Rooms 9 & 10 on the lower level of the Franciscan Center for Urban Ministry. All levels of […]
3 events,
Community Sunday
Community Sunday
Join us in the Franciscan Center on Sunday morning after the 8:00 and 10:00 am Masses for coffee, donuts, and getting to know others in our community. The Parish Nurses […]
Open Hearts Ministry Meeting
Open Hearts Ministry Meeting
Our ministry provides educational opportunities to build and develop greater visibility and understanding of the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) experiences within our church community and develop faith-building outreach […]
3 events,
Prayer Shawl Meeting (on Zoom)
Prayer Shawl Meeting (on Zoom)
The Prayer Shawl Ministry at St. Patrick-St. Anthony Parish serves the parish family and the larger community by making and giving shawls as a gesture of love in times of […]
“We Have Seen His Glory”: An Introduction to John’s Gospel
“We Have Seen His Glory”: An Introduction to John’s Gospel
During Holy Week and throughout the Easter season, the Church for the most part puts aside the Gospels of Matthew, Mark and Luke, and focuses our attention on the Gospel […]
2 events,
Group Spiritual Reflection – On Zoom
Group Spiritual Reflection – On Zoom
Meet us on zoom for our Tuesday gathering. Our gathering will reflect upon the Gospel for the upcoming Sunday to guide us on our path of discipleship. As companions on the […]
4 events,
In Quiet Prayer
In Quiet Prayer
“For many of us, life seems to be lived at a busy and frenetic pace, with little or perhaps no time to be quiet, to be still, or to be […]
People of Hope: “The Flowing Grace of Now”
People of Hope: “The Flowing Grace of Now”
“To see requires a deeply contemplative spirit and an open heart. To see requires learning to live awake. When we begin to live awake, we will see teachers everywhere”, writes […]
Group Spiritual Reflection – In Person
Group Spiritual Reflection – In Person
Meet us in the Franciscan Center for our weekly in person gathering. Our gathering will reflect upon the Gospel for the upcoming Sunday to guide us on our path of […]
3 events,
Psalms: A Never-Ending Discovery
Psalms: A Never-Ending Discovery
One finishes the study of the psalms with a sense of inadequacy of not being enough. That is why the psalms continue to enrich and nurture long after a study has run […]
Clare Gallery Closing Reception: “Leave No Trace”
Clare Gallery Closing Reception: “Leave No Trace”
The Gallery is hosting a closing reception on Thursday, March 14, from 6:00 to 7:30 pm, during which the public will be invited to view the work and join the […]
3 events,
Stations of the Cross
Stations of the Cross
After the 12:05 pm Mass during the season of Lent, join us in praying the Stations of the Cross. Since the edict of Toleration, decreed by the Emperor Constantine in […]
CGS Level 1 Formation Course
CGS Level 1 Formation Course
The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Adult Formation Course for Level 1 is taking place on a Friday evening and Saturday once a month throughout the 2023/24 school year beginning in September. Participants […]
3 events,
Build Community While Building a House
Build Community While Building a House
Join others from our SPSA and Franciscan Center Community. We will be working on a house in Hartford. Specific skills not required, but enthusiasm and a willing to learn are […]
Church Street Singers Rehearsal
Church Street Singers Rehearsal
Elementary through high school singers are invited to join us for our Easter gathering of Church Street Singers! Rehearsal and Performance Schedule Our Church Street Singers will sing on Easter […]
CGS Level 1 Formation Course
CGS Level 1 Formation Course
The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Adult Formation Course for Level 1 is taking place on a Friday evening and Saturday once a month throughout the 2023/24 school year beginning in September. Participants […]
1 event,
Family and Friends of LGBTQ+ Ministry
Family and Friends of LGBTQ+ Ministry
Join us in the Franciscan Center for Urban Ministry! This group, composed of members of the church who love their gay and lesbian family members unconditionally, supports the LGBT community. […]
1 event,
“We Have Seen His Glory”: An Introduction to John’s Gospel
“We Have Seen His Glory”: An Introduction to John’s Gospel
During Holy Week and throughout the Easter season, the Church for the most part puts aside the Gospels of Matthew, Mark and Luke, and focuses our attention on the Gospel […]
1 event,
Group Spiritual Reflection – On Zoom
Group Spiritual Reflection – On Zoom
Meet us on zoom for our Tuesday gathering. Our gathering will reflect upon the Gospel for the upcoming Sunday to guide us on our path of discipleship. As companions on the […]
5 events,
In Quiet Prayer
In Quiet Prayer
“For many of us, life seems to be lived at a busy and frenetic pace, with little or perhaps no time to be quiet, to be still, or to be […]
People of Hope: “The Flowing Grace of Now”
People of Hope: “The Flowing Grace of Now”
“To see requires a deeply contemplative spirit and an open heart. To see requires learning to live awake. When we begin to live awake, we will see teachers everywhere”, writes […]
Group Spiritual Reflection – In Person
Group Spiritual Reflection – In Person
Meet us in the Franciscan Center for our weekly in person gathering. Our gathering will reflect upon the Gospel for the upcoming Sunday to guide us on our path of […]
Sister Parish Meeting on Zoom
Sister Parish Meeting on Zoom
The Sister Parish Committee invites you to join them on Zoom at 7:00 pm. Did you know that we as a parish have been in a covenant relationship with St. […]
3 events,
Psalms: A Never-Ending Discovery
Psalms: A Never-Ending Discovery
One finishes the study of the psalms with a sense of inadequacy of not being enough. That is why the psalms continue to enrich and nurture long after a study has run […]
Lenten Twilight Retreat: “A Heart Renewed – Lent 2024”
Lenten Twilight Retreat: “A Heart Renewed – Lent 2024”
We are delighted to invite Fr. Ken back for an evening of presentation, inspiration, and reflection in this Lenten season. Join us at 5:30 pm for dinner or join us […]
Novel Idea Book Discussion Group
Novel Idea Book Discussion Group
A Novel Idea Book Club’s book selection for March is Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver. Please consider joining us on Zoom. For more information and a list of upcoming books, […]
1 event,
Stations of the Cross
Stations of the Cross
After the 12:05 pm Mass during the season of Lent, join us in praying the Stations of the Cross. Since the edict of Toleration, decreed by the Emperor Constantine in […]
3 events,
Centering Yoga
Centering Yoga
Parishioner Michael Leahy (YTT 200) will lead a free yoga class on the second and fourth Saturdays each month from 9-10 am in Rooms 9 & 10 on the lower level of the Franciscan […]
Church Street Singers Rehearsal
Church Street Singers Rehearsal
Elementary through high school singers are invited to join us for our Easter gathering of Church Street Singers! Rehearsal and Performance Schedule Our Church Street Singers will sing on Easter […]
Palm Sunday Food Drive
Palm Sunday Food Drive
This Lent, we are asking our parishioners for another act of kindness – contributing to the 2024 Palm Sunday “Weekend” Food Drive on March 23-24. Food insecurity continues to be […]
3 events,
Palm Sunday Food Drive
Palm Sunday Food Drive
This Lent, we are asking our parishioners for another act of kindness – contributing to the 2024 Palm Sunday “Weekend” Food Drive on March 23-24. Food insecurity continues to be […]
Trust Your Grieving Heart
Trust Your Grieving Heart
Losses weave their way throughout our lives, influencing the next path we take. Grief is our built-in response to loss, our ally in traveling the confusing, painful and transformative Land […]
Community Sunday Evening Edition
Community Sunday Evening Edition
Join us after the 5:00 pm Mass for Community Sunday Evening Edition... a gathering with wine, cheese and snacks and of course the opportunity to build community and meet other […]
1 event,
“We Have Seen His Glory”: An Introduction to John’s Gospel
“We Have Seen His Glory”: An Introduction to John’s Gospel
During Holy Week and throughout the Easter season, the Church for the most part puts aside the Gospels of Matthew, Mark and Luke, and focuses our attention on the Gospel […]
1 event,
Group Spiritual Reflection – On Zoom
Group Spiritual Reflection – On Zoom
Meet us on zoom for our Tuesday gathering. Our gathering will reflect upon the Gospel for the upcoming Sunday to guide us on our path of discipleship. As companions on the […]
3 events,
In Quiet Prayer
In Quiet Prayer
“For many of us, life seems to be lived at a busy and frenetic pace, with little or perhaps no time to be quiet, to be still, or to be […]
People of Hope: “The Flowing Grace of Now”
People of Hope: “The Flowing Grace of Now”
“To see requires a deeply contemplative spirit and an open heart. To see requires learning to live awake. When we begin to live awake, we will see teachers everywhere”, writes […]
Group Spiritual Reflection – In Person
Group Spiritual Reflection – In Person
Meet us in the Franciscan Center for our weekly in person gathering. Our gathering will reflect upon the Gospel for the upcoming Sunday to guide us on our path of […]
2 events,
Prayer Shawl Meeting (in person)
Prayer Shawl Meeting (in person)
The Prayer Shawl Ministry at St. Patrick-St. Anthony Parish serves the parish family and the larger community by making and giving shawls as a gesture of love in times of […]
Holy Thursday Mass of the Lord’s Supper
Holy Thursday Mass of the Lord’s Supper
Mass includes the Washing of the Feet for those who would like to participate. Musical leadership is provided by the Gallery Choir and the Bass Clef Choir. Mass will be […]
1 event,
Liturgy of the Lord’s Passion
Liturgy of the Lord’s Passion
With chanted Passion, Adoration of the Cross and Eucharist. Musical leadership provided by SPSA's Combined Choirs.. Service will be available on Livestream. Second Collection in support of Franciscan Monastery of […]
2 events,
Church Street Singers Rehearsal
Church Street Singers Rehearsal
Elementary through high school singers are invited to join us for our Easter gathering of Church Street Singers! Rehearsal and Performance Schedule Our Church Street Singers will sing on Easter […]
The Great Vigil of Easter
The Great Vigil of Easter
Musical leadership provided by the Gallery Choir and the Church Street Brass & Percussion. Mass will be available on Livestream. Second collection is our Special Easter Collection.
1 event,
Easter Sunday Masses
Easter Sunday Masses
8:00 am Mass Musical leadership provided by the Bass Clef Choir, organ, and the Church Street Easter Ensemble. 10:00 am Mass * (livestreamed) Musical leadership provided by the Church Street […]