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From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for June 6, 2026
Dear Parishioners and Friends, The celebration of the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ offers me an opportunity to reflect on how we can be more attentive and reverent when we receive the Eucharist at Mass. After more than forty years as a priest, I have seen a variety of ways…
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From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for May 31, 2026
Dear Parishioners and Friends, As we head towards the summer months, I’d like to draw your attention to three events that will happen in the next few weeks: First, a concert by the combined choirs of St. Patrick-St. Anthony Church and the Cathedral of St. Joseph with performances next Saturday, June 6th, after the 4:00…
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From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for May 24, 2026
Dear Parishioners and Friends, This weekend we conclude the Great Fifty Days of Easter with the celebration of Pentecost Sunday, the day when the Holy Spirit was given to the disciples gathered in Jerusalem, and were empowered to go out into the four corners of the earth to spread the message of Jesus Christ. I…
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From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for May 17, 2026
Dear Parishioners and Friends, With the Easter season quickly drawing to a close next Sunday, I find myself looking back at the past several months and how enriching they have been from a liturgical point of view. For example, when Lent began on Ash Wednesday (February 18), the penitential season focused our attention on a…
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From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for May 10, 2026
Dear Parishioners and Friends, It was a pleasure to take part in the celebration of the Sacrament of Confirmation at the Cathedral of St. Joseph last Saturday, May 2nd, in which 36 young members of our parish were anointed with Sacred Chrism by the Most Rev. Pedro Bismarck Chau, Auxiliary Bishop of Newark, NJ. Although…
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From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for May 3, 2026
Dear Parishioners and Friends, The first half of this weekend’s Gospel reading from the beginning of the 14th chapter of the Gospel of John is often read at funeral Masses because it is very hope-filled and consoling for families of the deceased. During the Last Supper, Jesus spoke at length with his closest friends, the…
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From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for April 26, 2026
Dear Parishioners and Friends, Three years from now, in 2029, our parish will celebrate its bicentennial as Connecticut’s oldest Catholic community. We were founded in 1829 and our first church building was a former Episcopal Church at the corner of Main and Talcott Streets. Eventually a new church, dedicated to St. Patrick, was constructed at…
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Small, Faithful Acts that Make a Difference: Franciscan Center Annual Report for 2025
Friends, As we share this annual report, I want to begin with a simple word of thanks. What you will read below reflects a year of real growth and real work at the Franciscan Center for Urban Ministry. It tells the story of meals served, gardens built, advocacy pursued, and lives accompanied. But beneath every…
From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for April 19, 2026
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, I hope you were able to watch the Prayer Vigil for Peace led by Pope Leo XIV on Saturday, April 11th, or a YouTube video of it here. In a simple ritual of the recitation of the Rosary and the singing of the Litany of the Blessed Mother, the…
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From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for April 12, 2026
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, The photo below says it all. It is a screenshot of the church on Easter Monday. All was quiet. The lights were dimmed and the candles had been extinguished. It was a moment of peaceful calm and sacred silence after a week of commemoration and celebration of the highest…
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From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for April 5, 2026
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, As we celebrate the joy and hope of the Resurrection of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, I want to offer my warmest and most heartfelt Easter blessings to each of you across our beloved Archdiocese of Hartford. Easter is the great proclamation of our faith: Christ is risen,…
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From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for March 29, 2026
Dear Parishioners and Friends, Last weekend’s visit by Dr. Amy-Jill Levine was a tremendous success, and she was very grateful for the opportunity to spend time with us and to share her expertise of biblical scholarship. Dr. Levine (or “A-J”) is a distinguished scholar and teacher in New Testament and Jewish Studies. She is the…
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Holy Week and Easter Mass Schedule 2026
*indicates available on Livestream Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion March 28 and 29 Saturday 3:00 – 3:45 pm: Sacrament of Reconciliation 4:00 pm Mass of Anticipation Sunday Masses at 8:00, 10:00*, 11:45 am and 5:00 pm Holy Week Daily Masses March 30, 31, April 1 Monday – Thursday: Masses at 7:30 am and 12:05…
Music Notes from David Garrido Cid
A featured Easter Hymn This coming Easter Sunday (and a couple more times through the Easter season), you will hear and be able to sing a song/hymn that has come to be special to me. I thought it would be meaningful for me to share the story, and allow everyone to hear it in advance,…
From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for March 22, 2026
Dear Parishioners and Friends, The Spring issue of the Catholic Transcript features photos of four crosses on the cover, including one that you might recognize – the large San Damiano crucifix which hangs in our sanctuary. The theme for the current issue is how the Cross offers hope. Soon we will enter upon the journey…
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Palm Sunday Food Drive: March 28 & 29, 2026
click to download the grocery list Peace be with you, my brothers and sisters in faith. During this Lenten season, we have been reminded of Jesus’ words in the Beatitudes and his call: “You are the light of the world.” Pope Leo’s invitation this Lent is simple and direct: “Listen to the Cry of the…
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Join us March 21 & 22 with Scholar-in-Residence Dr. Amy-Jill Levine
REGISTER NOW! March 21 & 22, 2026 Hartford International University collaborates with faith communities to foster connection and to offer educational experiences provided by their esteemed faculty. St. Patrick-St. Anthony Church has been invited to partner with HIU to present several opportunities to engage with internationally renowned scholar Dr. Amy-Jill Levine. Dr. Amy-Jill Levine is a distinguished…
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From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for March 15, 2026
Dear Parishioners and Friends, The feasts of Saint Patrick and Saint Joseph will be celebrated this coming week. I had the honor of celebrating a Mass on Friday, March 6th, the eve of the annual St. Patrick’s Parade. As one of our parish’s patron saints, may Patrick intercede for us to keep us a strong…
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Lent 2026 Service Opportunities
Prayer • Fasting • Almsgiving Live our Franciscan Mission with us… we are affiliated with many organizations that help those in need and who work with the marginalized. Join us to work with them, be the hands of Christ by giving of yourself during this season of Lent… and build community at the same time!…
Lent 2026 Programs & Events: Nurture Your Faith
Prayer • Fasting • Almsgiving We hope you’ll be able to join us for one or more of our Lenten programs to nourish your faith during this season of preparation. Below, you will see a listing of Complete Program Descriptions. Click to see an at-a-glance schedule summary of all programs, or for presenter and facilitator…
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St. Genevieve – Persevering Through New Challenges
Despite the many crises Haiti has endured, St. Genevieve School has continued to grow since our support began in 2005. Over the years, we have added grade levels, expanded our staff, increased enrollment, and broadened the curriculum. Our students consistently succeed on national exams — a testament to their dedication and the commitment of our…
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Inspired Assemblages, Works by Terese Newman
January 15 – March 15, 2026 Recording of Virtual Artist Talk: passcode: T!SM=Ke3Thursday, February 5, 7–8 p.m.Artist Closing Reception: Sunday, March 15, 2–4 p.m. In celebration to our country’s 250th founding, the Clare Gallery is excited to share our year of exhibits celebrating voices that “were left out” at the creation of our country. Our…
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An Opportunity to Raise Your Voice for Immigrant Families
Dear St. Patrick – St. Anthony family, Many of you have shared your concern about what is happening in our country today with regard to immigrants and have asked a simple question: What can I do to make a difference? One answer is to share your voice. On Monday, Fr. Mike will be testifying in person before…
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From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for March 8, 2026
Dear Parishioners and Friends, I am delighted to announce that Jim and Beverly Boyle will be this year’s recipients of the Saint Joseph Archdiocesan Medal of Appreciation which will be given in a ceremony at the Cathedral of St. Joseph next Sunday, March 15th, starting at 2:30 PM. Everyone is welcome to attend. Beverly and…
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Church Street Singers for Easter 2026
We are so excited to announce the rehearsal dates for our Easter Church Street Singers Choir, under the direction of Katie Frewen, parishioner and music teacher. We welcome young singers, reading age and up, and high school leaders. sign up! Rehearsal and Performance Schedule Our Church Street Singers will sing on Easter Sunday, April 5,…
From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for March 1, 2026
Dear Parishioners and Friends, As I write this message I am occasionally glancing out the window as a bomb cyclone/blizzard/nor’easter creates a polar landscape throughout the Northeast. All this is coming in the final week of February, and we still have at least three more weeks before Spring arrives. Hopefully, by Easter Sunday we will…
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From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for February 22, 2026
Dear Parishioners and Friends, On this first Sunday of Lent, the whole Church enters into a period of preparation or the celebration of the Paschal Mystery: the Passion, Death and Resurrection of Christ. This is a sacred time, an opportunity to look more deeply into ourselves and discover once again the reality of who we…
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From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for February 15, 2026
Dear Parishioners and Friends, For the past few weeks I feel as though I’ve been pulled in many different directions – both literally and figuratively. Back on January 30th I gave the retreat day for liturgical musicians of the Diocese of Bridgeport at a parish in Monroe, CT. The day included two presentations as well…
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From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for February 8, 2026
Dear Parishioners and Friends, Recently, the Provincial Minister of Our Lady of Guadalupe Province, Fr. Larry Hayes, O.F.M., emailed to all the friars of the province a letter, a portion of which I wish to share with you here: “Pope Leo XIV has designated 2026 as the Jubilee Year of St. Francis as the Church…
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From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for February 1, 2026
Dear Parishioners and Friends, I am delighted to announce the formation of a new Pastoral Council for our parish of St. Patrick-St. Anthony. Ten members of our parish were nominated by our staff to serve on the council: Beverly Boyle, Emily Luna, Kim Nardone, Chris Kehoe, Marc Sherer, Luke Brown, Thea Montanez, Andrew O’Toole, Dominic…
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Word of God Sunday and the Gutenberg Bible
Word of God Sunday was established by Pope Francis in 2019 and is observed annually on the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time to focus on celebrating, studying, and spreading Scripture in the Catholic Church. It is an opportunity to deepen our connections with Sacred Scripture, encourage reading of the Bible, promote Christian unity, and to…
From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for January 25, 2026
Dear Parishioners and Friends, As a round of wintry weather settled upon us last weekend, bringing snow and freezing temperatures, our hearts were warmed by the celebration of the 20th anniversary of the covenant with our Sister Parish of Sainte-Geneviève in Zoranje, Haiti. It was certainly a memorable celebration – from the joyous music at…
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Sister Parish – Thank You for Celebrating 20 Years
The Sister Parish Committee sends thanks to everyone who made our anniversary celebration such a special evening. To the supporters and parishioners who attended the reception – Mesi! We hope you enjoyed our updates, food and reflections. To our Choir and Drummers, and David Garrido – Mesi Anpil! The special Creole and Caribbean music helped…
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From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for January 18, 2026
Dear Parishioners and Friends, Leave it to Lucy to say what we are all probably thinking. We are only just past half-way through the first month of 2026 and already we have experienced some very tragic moments, both at home and abroad. The terrible fire in a night club in Switzerland which killed 40 persons…
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Year End Giving Statement for 2025
We are grateful for you, for your participation in our community, and your sharing of yourself to help make our faith family welcoming and unique.We couldn’t be the community we are without your generosity in sharing of your time, talents, and treasure.We are grateful for all of the gifts you have shared with us over the…
Music Ministry Invitation
The Music Ministry program at St. Patrick- St. Anthony church is well known in the area (and beyond) for its long-standing tradition of truly meaningful repertoire, presented at an exceptional degree of quality. And NOW is the time for YOU to contribute and be part of that!! The Music Ministry relies heavily on its choral…
From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for January 11, 2026
Dear Parishioners and Friends, We conclude the season of Christmas today with the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord. In the fifth century, Bishop Maximus of Turin wrote that we have every reason to celebrate this day with the joy of Christmas: “At Jesus’ birth his mother Mary held her child close to her…
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Portals and Paintings, Works by Catherine Steinberg
November 20 – December 14, 2025 Virtual Artist Talk: Monday, December 1, 7–8 p.m. Our season of exhibits focused on mystery, mysticism and meaning concluded with Portals and Paintings by Connecticut artist, Catherine Nogas-Steinberg. In 2019, the Gallery first exhibited her series The Mary Paintings: Expressions of the Divine Feminine. Her current exhibition was centered…
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From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for January 4, 2026
Dear Parishioners and Friends, Move over, Keebler Elves, there’s a new cookie in town! Thanks to the miracle of modern technology, yours truly has turned himself into a Christmas cookie. If you haven’t already taken a bite out me when I posted on Facebook last week, here’s your chance. Speaking of cookies, I wish to…
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From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for December 28, 2025
Dear Parishioners and Friends, As we bring 2025 to a close, I keep thinking about what a momen-tous year it has been, both in the Church and in our world, especially here in our own country. First, however, I wish to thank all of you for your prayerful support of me and the other friars…
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From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for December 21, 2025
Dear Parishioners and Friends, When I was a young child I used to love looking at the Nativity scene in our parish church in Buffalo. In fact, our parish had two: one for inside the church and one for display outdoors. Both sets were made of carved wood, just like the beautiful Nativity set in…
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Festival of Lessons and Carols December 21, 2025
Join us for a festive evening of scripture and song to celebrate the history of salvation from Adam to the birth of Jesus. Music presented by our four choirs and conducted by Director of Music Ministries David Garrido Cid with organists Gabriel Löfvall and Madison H. Thompson, Gonzalo Cortés on the flute and Ling-Fei Kang…
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Christmas Mass Schedule for 2025
Wednesday, December 24 Christmas Eve Masses *indicates livestream Mass click to watch! *4:00 pm Mass with cantor and Liturgical Dancers. Bring your bells to ring during the Gloria! *5:45 pm Mass with Church Street Singers and Treble Clef Choir. Bring your bells to ring during the Gloria! *10:00 pm Prelude Music with our Combined Choirs…
From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for December 14, 2025
Dear Parishioners and Friends, I can’t remember if I’ve ever mentioned this before, but the older I get the faster times and seasons fly by, especially the season of Advent when so much happens in just a few weeks’ time. As a child, Advent seemed to drag on endlessly as I dutifully counted down the…
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Join us January 17, 2026 – Sister Parish 20th Anniversary
Time to Celebrate – January 17th – 20 Years of Hope for St. GenevievePlease come as we celebrate SPSA’s unwavering support of our Sister Parish! Since 2005, so many children have received nutrition and schooling thanks to your prayers and financial contributions- keeping them from malnutrition and illiteracy. We’ll have a celebratory Mass at 4pm,…
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Music Ministry Practice Links
Church Street Singers Practice Recordings+ Call to Worship Gathering Hymn: Christ the Lord is Risen Today (This is not the same setting of the song that we are using, the adult choir will sing an introduction, and there will be instruments accompanying us as well.) Responsorial Psalm: 118 Gospel Acclamation Rite of Blessing / Sprinkling…
From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for December 7, 2025
Dear Parishioners and Friends, In past years I have used various Christmas songs as inspiration for my weekly message to you. I remember writing about “Somewhere In My Memory” from the movie “Home Alone,” as well as “I’ll Be Home For Christmas.”This year I’d like to base my thoughts on “We Need a Little Christmas”…
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Level 1 CGS Adult Formation Course 2026: Registration Page
Course Schedule & Information This course will take place atSt. Patrick – St. Anthony Church in Hartford, CT 2026 & 2027 Dates: Part 1: May 18-22, 2026 and November 14, 2026 Part 2: February 6, 2027 and May 24-28, 2027 from 8:30 am – 5:00 pm. Throughout the course, there will be opportunities for community…
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A Franciscan Heart in the World Podcast: Advent Edition
Advent isn’t about rushing or perfection. It’s the season when God draws near—quietly, humbly, right into the real places of our lives. Join Br. Mike Johnson for daily 5–7 minute reflections that help you see again, breathe again, and rediscover Emmanuel in the ordinary. One day at a time, we’ll walk toward the light that’s…
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From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for November 30, 2025
Dear Parishioners and Friends, Happy Advent one and all! I look forward to this blessed season every year, but it seems to come around faster and faster! I think my favorite aspect of Advent are the Scripture readings the liturgy offers us, along with the invitation to enter into them more deeply. This week we…
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It’s Giving Tree Season 2025
St. Patrick-St. Anthony has a long tradition of expressing gratitude for our blessings by sharing them with those in need. We are called to help our brothers & sisters in Hartford, and our local giving tree gives us the perfect opportunity. Visit our virtual giving tree The SPSA Giving Tree Season has begun! For well…
Liturgical Dance Invitation and Sign up – Christmas 2025
Create a prayerful and memorable Christmas tradition for your child with Liturgical Dance. The 4:00 pm Mass on Christmas Eve features the Liturgical Dancers who express their prayer through dance. Young dancers through high school dancers are invited to join the Liturgical Dance Ensemble for three rehearsals in December and to dance with us at…
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From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for November 23, 2025
Dear Parishioners and Friends, On behalf of all the friars and lay staff of St. Patrick-St. Anthony, I would like to wish all of you a happy and healthy Thanksgiving Day later this week. Although our nation is facing many difficult struggles these days, we should never forgot how blessed we are, and how thankful…
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Inner Visions: Works by Shannon McCarthy
September 4 to November 9, 2025 The Clare Gallery’s 2025 season continued with exhibitions based on themes of Mystery, Mysticism, and Meaning. Inner Visions highlights the work of Connecticut artist, Shannon McCarthy. The exhibition included paintings, drawings, and a large-scale visual timeline that included notations, collage and sketches to explore the mystery of meaning in…
From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for November 16, 2025
Dear Parishioners and Friends, I usually hate having to talk about money, but this week I have very good news to share with you. Recently we received a check from the Archbishop’s Appeal in the amount of $10,000 to help fund our Sandwich Ministry, which normally receives two or three thousand dollars a year. This…
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From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for November 9, 2025
Dear Parishioners and Friends, As I mentioned at the end of my letter in last week’s bulletin, the feast which we celebrate today – the Dedication of the Basilica of St. John Lateran – has a Franciscan connection. In 1209, Francis of Assisi, along with a group of his brothers, trav-elled to Rome by foot…
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Introducing a new Ministry: Branches
Branches is a ministry of belonging that challenges us to connect and be connected, to know and be known, and to deepen our roots in our parish community. Have you ever felt that there are many people at church whom you recognize, but don’t know? Would you like to know the names of your neighbors in…
First Communion Preparation for 2026: Sign up now!
The children from our three Elementary Religious Education programs (Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, the Family Program, and the Traditional Program) come together to prepare for First Communion. Parent Meeting for 2026 First Communion Preparation is Sunday, November 16, 2025 at 9:00 am. Sign up below and let us know you’re coming! Sign up for…
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From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for November 2, 2025
Dear Parishioners and Friends, This weekend and next, we step out of Ordinary Time for two special liturgical observances: All Souls Day and the Feast of the Dedication of St. John Lateran. These two days replace the 31st and 32nd Sundays in Ordinary Time. The Solemnity of All Saints on November 1st, since it falls…
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Annual Appeal 2025
Dear Friends, I would like to introduce you to JJ. He and I are pictured here on the day of his baptism earlier this summer. I celebrated his parent’s wedding Mass at St. Patrick-St. Anthony two years ago. In fact, I have baptized the children of several couples whose weddings I celebrated since I arrived…
Update from our Sister Parish: School Opens in Haiti!
The 20th anniversary of our covenant this year continues to bring blessings. St. Genevieve School opened for the new year on Oct. 6th! This is wonderful news since the Zorange area is still under the control of gangs. Fr. Gaby reports there are approx. 325 students now enrolled, with more expected as October progresses. Hot…
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From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for October 26, 2025
Dear Parishioners and Friends, In two of our readings this weekend we hear the words “righteous” or “righteousness.”The first means being morally right, just or upright; it can also be used in a slang manner to mean excellent or genuine. As Grace, Mr. Rooney’s secretary in “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off,” said of Ferris: “They think…
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From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for October 19, 2025
Dear Parishioners and Friends, This week’s letter marks something of a milestone. My Type A per- sonality naturally has led me to keep a count of the bulletin letters I’ve written over the past five years, and this one makes 250. You may now return to your regular programming. I want to thank everyone who…
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Continued Growth in Our Food Security Needs
Dear Friends, As many of you know, for decades now our Sandwich Ministry has been serving every day of the year—365 days—from 4-5:30 pm offering food and hospitality to anyone who comes to our door. In January 2021, we expanded the ministry to include hot meals on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Three years ago, we…
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GHIAA House Meetings: You’re Invited
This fall, GHIAA will be organizing a series of issue-specific house meetings. These will be opportunities for people across our network to come together and share stories of personal impact and what we are seeing in our communities right now around the issues we are working on together.Each meeting date will focus on a specific topic: immigrant…
From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for October 12, 2025
Dear Parishioners and Friends, Perhaps it was the unusually glorious weather we’ve been blessed with of late, but last weekend’s celebration of the feast of St. Francis of Assisi seemed extra special and festive this year. The weekend began with the annual Transitus of St. Francis service that recounts the story of the final hours…
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Anointing Mass and Luncheon on Saturday, November 8, 2025
Parishioners wishing to receive the Sacrament of the Sick are invited to an Anointing Mass in the church on Saturday, November 8 at 11 am. Parishioners as well as their family members and caregivers are invited. There will be a luncheon held after the Mass in the Franciscan Center next door. If you plan to…
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From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for October 4, 2025
Dear Parishioners and Friends, My knowledge of, and experience with singing bowls has been somewhat limited. They have their origin in Buddhist practices to accompany periods of meditation and chanting. Singing bowls are widely used for music making, meditation and relaxation, as well as for personal spirituality. Most singing bowls are rather small, about six…
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Living the Gospel of Matthew 25 Years of the Franciscan Center for Urban Ministry
On October 5 at 10:00 a.m., the Franciscan Center for Urban Ministry will celebrate its 25th anniversary — a quarter Century of living out Christ’s words in Matthew 25: “When I was hungry, you gave me food; when I was thirsty, you gave me drink; when I was a stranger, you welcomed me.” This passage has guided…
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Adult Faith Formation Programs Fall / Advent 2025
An invitation to join us this fall and advent Dear Parishioners and Friends, Welcome to a new semester of Faith Formation opportunities! We have many inspirational, thought-provoking, prayerful, and informative offerings for adults which will speak to your heart, challenge your thinking, and uplift your spirit. We think you’ll be pleased with the diversity of…
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From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for September 28, 2025
Dear Parishioners and Friends, Our “May Peace Prevail” yard signs have proven to be very popular among our parishioners and others within the Archdiocese. When I attended a meeting of the Presbyteral Council with Archbishop Coyne a few weeks ago, I brought a sign with me and invited him to use it at the Pastoral…
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Feeding the Hungry: Pasta Tuesdays and Warm Dinner Thursdays
We have been serving SPSA prepared “to go” meals on Tuesdays and Thursdays for over two years. Thanks so much to the many hands that prepare the food, provide supplies and help package and serve each Tuesday and Thursday. A growing need We started out serving 30-40 meals each night, and grew to the high 80s,…
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From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for September 21, 2025
Dear Parishioners and Friends, Much has been said and written in the aftermath of the shooting death of Charlie Kirk on September 10th. As a right-wing political activist, author, and media personality, he was a controversial figure in the American political scene, even though he wasn’t an elected official. His murder, in full view of…
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Catechesis of the Good Shepherd: Not Just for Children
St. Patrick-St. Anthony hosted approximately 60 adults from across New England, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and the Hartford area this summer to participate in Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS) Formation courses. Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS), one of our options for Youth Faith Formation, is a hands-on program that begins with…
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Men’s Sock & Undergarment Drive October 4-5, 2025
Dear Parishioners, This October, in celebration of the Feast of St. Francis, we, the Friars, invite you to join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of those in our extended community who need it most. St. Francis once said, “For it is in giving that we receive.” That spirit of generosity is…
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RSVP for our Parish Brunch!
All are welcome! Join us Sunday, October 5 from 11:00 am – 1:30 pm. The church will provide all paper goods, utensils, beverages, brunch fare, and mimosa’s! Please bring a “wrappable” dessert that does not require utensils so that any leftovers can easily be shared with the sandwich ministry! Registration is not required, but it…
Celebrate St. Francis
As a Franciscan parish, we come together to celebrate our community and our Franciscan heritage the first weekend of October. Celebrate who we are as a Franciscan parish, putting our “faith into action” as we come together during this special time, the Feast of St. Francis. Check out the full length video put together by…
From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for September 14, 2025
Dear Parishioners and Friends, Although a forecast of heavy rain forced us indoors, this year’s edition of “Music Under the Stars” last Saturday, September 6th, was a resounding success. Over eighty parishioners, including friars, gathered in the Franciscan Center for a delicious dinner provided by Casa Mia on the Green, while enjoying the music of…
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Teen Faith Formation “Focus 4:12”
Teen Faith Formation at St. Patrick-St. Anthony Church meets twice a month on Sundays with Catholic middle and high school students, Grades 7 through 10. When we meet, the students participate in numerous service projects that benefit our parish and the larger community. In the classroom, we draw connections and engage in discussion about those volunteer experiences to help the …
Bereavement Support Program for 2025
Announcing our Bereavement Support Program, meeting October 12 – December 14, Sundays from 1:00 – 2:30 pm Facilitator: Nancy Hoey When you have experienced a loss and are dealing with your grief, you find yourself in a very personal and individual journey that has many challenges. A Bereavement Support Program can provide you with compassion, support, and…
From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for September 7, 2025
Dear Parishioners and Friends, This weekend marks the start of our new music director’s tenure, so we welcome David Garrido Cid on board! For these first weeks, David will play the organ for a limited number of Masses before he takes over fully on September 28 with the return of the Gallery Choir. The Treble…
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Committee for Social Justice (CSJ) Creation Care Corner: September 2025
Welcome to the Creation Care Corner! Did You Know That you can follow an eco-friendly diet and still eat meat? Just eat less of it! We know that meat production, especially beef, consumes large amounts of water and creates much more greenhouse gases than a plant based diet. Most of us have been eating meals…
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Sister Parish Committee – Welcoming New Members in our 21st Year
Join us as we prepare to embark on our 21st year of our partnership. We are meeting again after our summer break, on Tuesday September 9 at 12:45pm in the Center. Find out more about how we support St. Genevieve in Haiti. Come and listen in as our committee resumes our Covenant work (no obligation!)…
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THANK YOU – MESI – For Support for St. Genevieve
Our parish commitment for our 20-year-old Covenant remains solid, as evidenced by the financial gifts sent in during our 2025 “Christmas in July” campaign. THANK YOU! The campaign has “ended,” but donations and support are accepted year-round! These contributions are vital so we can keep our promise to provide education to 9 grade-levels of children,…
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From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for August 31, 2025
Dear Parishioners and Friends, It’s hard to believe this is Labor Day weekend! Once again the summer season has flown by, students are back in school, and life marches on at a frenetic pace. For better or for worse – depending on your preference – this summer has been relatively rain-free, and our weekends have…
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From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for August 24, 2025
Dear Parishioners and Friends, I am delighted to announce that we have a new Director of Music Ministries! David (pronounced Dah-VEED) Garrido Cid will join our community at the start of September and will begin playing for weekend Masses on September 6th. Our choir season will start a bit later this year than usual, and…
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From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for August 17, 2025
Dear Parishioners and Friends, The Mass of Christian Burial which was celebrated for Pam Johnson on Saturday, August 9th, will remain in our parish’s collective mem- ory for a long time to come. Everything about the liturgy resonated with Pam’s vibrant and over-the-top personality. It also reflected the joy with which she live and celebrated…
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Attention: ALL PARENTS, Grandparents, and Godparents of Pre-Schoolers
As the parent of a child who is a pre-schooler, you and your child are invited to attend a special program on fostering the spiritual development of your child. Join us on Sunday, September 7, from 11:15-12:15 …in the Franciscan Center for Urban Ministry. Deb Pelletier from our Religious Education Team will suggest simple, creative…
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“Music Under the Stars” Night out for Adults Saturday, September 6
**Update September 5, 2025: In light of the weather forecast for Saturday, September 6, Music Under the Stars will be held “under cover” from the expected rain in rooms ABC of the Franciscan Center. Can’t wait to see you all there!! Enjoy an evening with friends in the garden listening to the sounds of live…
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From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for August 10, 2025
Dear Parishioners and Friends, Thank you to so many of you who have asked about my recent va- cation to the Jersey shore. Overall, it was very pleasant and restful. In some ways, it felt like a retreat because I didn’t do much more than take a walk on the beach each morning, and a…
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Committee for Social Justice (CSJ) Creation Care Corner: August 2025
Welcome to the Creation Care Corner! Did You Know That in 2024 more than 600 reported extreme weather events, included 148 classified as “unprecedented”, displaced 824,000 and killed 1,700 people? We need to realize that these are not just numbers, but are people all over the planet who are struggling with climate change. 2024 Saw…
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From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for August 3, 2025
Dear Parishioners and Friends, We were all deeply saddened to hear the news that our friend and colleague, Pam Johnson, passed away on Friday, July 25th. Her smile and laughter brightened every room, and she used her many gifts in service to the church and the art of music. I first encountered Pam back in…
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St. Francis Builds Mission Trips for 2026 Announced
Rebuilding Homes, Restoring Lives, Rebuilding Hope St. Francis Builds (SFB) was founded in 2005 by Fr. Mike Johnson while working in Maryland at St. Camillus parish. SFB brings teams on mission trips to work with underserved communities in the United States and in other countries. The 2026 dates have just been announced! Read more about…
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Messages of Appreciation from our Haitian brothers and sisters
The Christmas in July campaign will conclude at the end of this month. Your support of education and food security demonstrates your willingness to serve as a pilgrim or ambassador of hope by bringing stability and safety to the vulnerable children largely through the school in Zorange, Haiti. The campaign began with a letter of…
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From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for July 27, 2025
Dear Parishioners and Friends, I just finished reading an article in the National Catholic Reporter about Castel Gandolfo, the summer residence of the pope. The hill- top palace in the hills south of Rome has been a papal residence for some 400 years. It was a favorite spot for Popes Paul VI, John Paul II,…
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Letters from Prison: Continuing the Conversation
2025 Call for letters from Connecticut prisons, along with archived letters from the CPA Art Collection March 13 to May 18, 2025 Virtual Panel Discussion: Monday, April 28, 7-8:30 p.m.In-person Artist’s Reception: Sunday, May 4, 3-5 p.m. In 1995, Community in Action Partners Prison Arts Program (CPA) sponsored its first exhibition of letters from Connecticut…
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Mass and Day at the Beach! Hammonasset State Park
Join us at Hammonasset Beach in Madison, CT for Mass and a fun community day on Sunday, July 20, 2025! The beach Mass will be at 10:00 am in “Shelter 3,” a picnic pavilion with convenient parking and it’s close to the beach. (see map below) The area circled in RED is where we will be!…
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Scholarship for K-12 Catholic School Children
Do you have a child in K-12 entering or attending a Catholic School next year? Apply now for the 23rd Annual Rev. Dawson D. Trenchard Scholarship sponsored by the St. Patrick – St. Anthony Ladies Guild. Sponsored by the Ladies Guild of St. Patrick – St. Anthony Church in memory of the Rev. Dawson D. Trenchard, past…
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Help us support our Haitian brothers and sisters
Our 20- year covenant with the parish of St. Genevieve provides sustainability and stability to a community surrounded by violence and chaos. Through earthquakes, hurricanes, a pandemic, and political and economic upheaval, our parish has provided unbroken support to St. Genevieve. Keeping our covenant requires a yearly infusion of funds to support the school, teacher…
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From Father Tim: Pastor’s Letter for July 20, 2025
Dear Parishioners and Friends, Hospitality is a prominent theme in the readings for this Sunday. In the first reading from the book of Genesis, we hear the story of three mysterious strangers who visit Abraham in Mamre and tell him that his wife Sarah will conceive and bear a son. I guess it’s good to…
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