St. Patrick - St. Anthony Church and the Franciscan Center for Urban Ministry
a Roman Catholic faith community in the Franciscan Tradition
Angels in the Dark, highlights the creative, spiritual, and healing work of George Herrick. Herrick’s “Lasua” series is a direct expression of his experience dealing with cancer. When he was diagnosed, Herrick fell into darkness, feeling defenseless as he confronted the disease. Through his treatment journey, however, he discovered compassion and support, gaining deep insight into […]
7:30 am Mass 12:05 pm Mass with music Join the 12:05 in person or on livestream
Our gathering will reflect upon the Gospel for the upcoming Sunday to guide us on our path of discipleship. As companions on the journey, we listen and share how the Word speaks to our hearts through the Spirit. There is no advance preparation for the session required. Come as you are with an open heart. […]
7:30 am Mass 12:05 pm Mass with music 7:00 pm Mass of Remembrance Join the 12:05 and 7:00 pm in person or on livestream
“Hope resides at the core of who we are… We are meant to be hopefilled people”, writes author Joyce Rupp. Using her book Constant Hope: Reflections and Meditations to Strengthen the Spirit, we will take one essay per week to focus our discussion and prayer. Please join our facilitator, Pat Curtis, each Wednesday, 11:00 am to 12:00 pm, for a gathering focused […]
On this day, the Commemoration of All Souls, join us for the Mass of Remembrance. We remember those who have died in the past year. We invite everyone to come to this beautiful and moving liturgy that includes serene music from our Gallery and Treble Clef Choirs. Join us for a reception after the Mass, […]
Please consider joining us one or more times this fall in-person 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 have found that meeting in person gives the experience greater intimacy and impact. If you haven't tried it […]
Come make a difference! Join fellow parishioners from age 8 to 80 in this urban agriculture project!! There are jobs for all ages and skill levels. Work projects include preparing growing systems for delivery to the Hartford community, to planting seeds for late summer harvest. Join others from the SPSA community this Wednesday at Burgdorf […]
Join Fr. Francis Soucy, OFM for an interesting exploration of the psalms. These particular psalms as a group do not easily fit any of the conventional categories of psalms; although individually, they may share characteristics of psalms in these categories. Like all psalms, they express through vocabulary, metaphor, and form, responses to human joy, sorrow, and the full […]
Clare Gallery's exhibit Angels in the Dark, opened Thursday, October 20, 2022. The exhibit highlights the creative, spiritual, and healing work of George Herrick. Herrick’s “Lasua” series is a direct expression of his experience dealing with cancer. When he was diagnosed, Herrick fell into darkness, feeling defenseless as he confronted the disease. Through his treatment […]
Celebrate the 150th Anniversary of the birth of this celebrated British composer! The combined choirs of St. Patrick - St. Anthony Church, Chorus Angelicus, and St. Joseph Cathedral will present a historic concert of choral and organ works by Vaughan Williams. Join us Friday night at the Cathedral of St. Joseph.
Celebrate the 150th Anniversary of the birth of this celebrated British composer! The combined choirs of St. Patrick - St. Anthony Church, Chorus Angelicus, and St. Joseph Cathedral will present an historic concert of choral and organ works by Vaughan Williams. A suggested donation of $10 will be gratefully accepted to support our music ministry. […]
Drop off individually wrapped snacks such as granola bars, packs of nuts, chips, cookies, juice boxes or small water bottles. They will be combined with other snacks into "snack packs" which are handed out daily with sandwiches. Thank you for your generosity! Did you know? The number of those that we help at the door daily has doubled in recent months. Many that […]
Our gathering will reflect upon the Gospel for the upcoming Sunday to guide us on our path of discipleship. As companions on the journey, we listen and share how the Word speaks to our hearts through the Spirit. There is no advance preparation for the session required. Come as you are with an open heart. […]
“Hope resides at the core of who we are… We are meant to be hopefilled people”, writes author Joyce Rupp. Using her book Constant Hope: Reflections and Meditations to Strengthen the Spirit, we will take one essay per week to focus our discussion and prayer. Please join our facilitator, Pat Curtis, each Wednesday, 11:00 am to 12:00 pm, for a gathering focused […]
Clare Gallery's exhibit Angels in the Dark, opened Thursday, October 20, 2022. The exhibit highlights the creative, spiritual, and healing work of George Herrick. Herrick’s “Lasua” series is a direct expression of his experience dealing with cancer. When he was diagnosed, Herrick fell into darkness, feeling defenseless as he confronted the disease. Through his treatment […]
Join Fr. Francis Soucy, OFM for an interesting exploration of the psalms. These particular psalms as a group do not easily fit any of the conventional categories of psalms; although individually, they may share characteristics of psalms in these categories. Like all psalms, they express through vocabulary, metaphor, and form, responses to human joy, sorrow, and the full […]
The Ladies Guild is sponsoring a Christmas Corner Teacup Auction and Craft Sale after all Masses on Saturday, November 12, 2022 and Sunday, November 13, 2022. Your support will assist our Guild in its many ministries, in particular, our scholarship fund. Members and friends have donated Fantastic Auction Items, including $100 Cash from Santa's Sack, […]
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 will be available during Community Sunday to provide blood pressure screenings.
The Ladies Guild is sponsoring a Christmas Corner Teacup Auction and Craft Sale after all Masses on Saturday, November 12, 2022 and Sunday, November 13, 2022. Your support will assist our Guild in its many ministries, in particular, our scholarship fund. Members and friends have donated Fantastic Auction Items, including $100 Cash from Santa's Sack, […]
On November 13, we will be showing a short film and discussing the gender cool project that celebrates the lives of trans and gender expansive youth, highlighting their positive impact in society. All are welcome! Our ministry provides educational opportunities to build and develop greater visibility and understanding of the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender […]
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 sorrow and fear, as well as in times of joy. Shawls are given and received as a symbol of God’s all-encompassing love. Join us in […]
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 sorrow and fear, as well as in times of joy. Shawls are given and received as a symbol of God’s all-encompassing love. Join us in […]
Our gathering will reflect upon the Gospel for the upcoming Sunday to guide us on our path of discipleship. As companions on the journey, we listen and share how the Word speaks to our hearts through the Spirit. There is no advance preparation for the session required. Come as you are with an open heart. […]
“Hope resides at the core of who we are… We are meant to be hopefilled people”, writes author Joyce Rupp. Using her book Constant Hope: Reflections and Meditations to Strengthen the Spirit, we will take one essay per week to focus our discussion and prayer. Please join our facilitator, Pat Curtis, each Wednesday, 11:00 am to 12:00 pm, for a gathering focused […]
Join us on Zoom on the third Wednesday of each month! The Emmaus Grieving Parents Ministry supports parents whose spiritual journey includes the death of a child. All who have suffered the loss of a child at any time – including prior to birth and many decades ago – are welcome. We meet monthly, both […]
Please consider joining us one or more times this fall in-person 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 have found that meeting in person gives the experience greater intimacy and impact. If you haven't tried it […]
Come make a difference! Join fellow parishioners from age 8 to 80 in this urban agriculture project!! There are jobs for all ages and skill levels. Work projects include preparing growing systems for delivery to the Hartford community, to planting seeds for late summer harvest. Join others from the SPSA community this Wednesday at Burgdorf […]
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 sorrow and fear, as well as in times of joy. Shawls are given and received as a symbol of God’s all-encompassing love. Join us in […]
Join Fr. Francis Soucy, OFM for an interesting exploration of the psalms. These particular psalms as a group do not easily fit any of the conventional categories of psalms; although individually, they may share characteristics of psalms in these categories. Like all psalms, they express through vocabulary, metaphor, and form, responses to human joy, sorrow, and the full […]
You Are Invited... Our Women of Hope Ministry extends an invitation to all (women, men, students) to join us via Zoom to learn about our mission and service here at SPSA and in the greater community. Jesus’ ministry recognized and upheld the value of all persons. The Women of Hope Ministry strives to identify and […]
A Novel Idea Book Club’s book selection for November is Finlay Donovon is Killing It by Elle Cosimano. Please consider joining us on Zoom. For more information and a list of upcoming books, please check your Monday email the week of our meeting for the zoom link, or contact the office at 860-756-4034 or email […]
Is God calling you to live a life of love, peace, and holiness in the model of St. Francis of Assisi? Join us for our gathering in the lower level of the Franciscan Center for Urban Ministry at St. Patrick-St. Anthony on Sunday, November 20th, to learn more about the Secular Franciscan Order. Our meeting […]
Join us in the Franciscan Center for Urban Ministry at 3:30 pm! This group, composed of members of the church who love their gay and lesbian family members unconditionally, supports the LGBT community. This group holds regular meetings, provides ongoing educational programs and offers continued spiritual development.
Join us in the Franciscan Center on the third Sunday of each month! The Emmaus Grieving Parents Ministry supports parents whose spiritual journey includes the death of a child. All who have suffered the loss of a child at any time – including prior to birth and many decades ago – are welcome. We meet […]
On Sunday, November 20 at the 5 pm Mass we will observe the 3rd Annual International Trans Day of Remembrance (TDOR) here at SPSA. Once again our Open Hearts LGBT Ministry and Family and Friends will mark TDOR with prayer and stories from our own families. Every year on November the 20th, the world remembers and honors the lives of trans and gender-diverse […]
Our gathering will reflect upon the Gospel for the upcoming Sunday to guide us on our path of discipleship. As companions on the journey, we listen and share how the Word speaks to our hearts through the Spirit. There is no advance preparation for the session required. Come as you are with an open heart. […]
“Hope resides at the core of who we are… We are meant to be hopefilled people”, writes author Joyce Rupp. Using her book Constant Hope: Reflections and Meditations to Strengthen the Spirit, we will take one essay per week to focus our discussion and prayer. Please join our facilitator, Pat Curtis, each Wednesday, 11:00 am to 12:00 pm, for a gathering focused […]
Come make a difference! Join fellow parishioners from age 8 to 80 in this urban agriculture project!! There are jobs for all ages and skill levels. Work projects include preparing growing systems for delivery to the Hartford community, to planting seeds for late summer harvest. Join others from the SPSA community this Wednesday at Burgdorf […]
Make and take your family's Advent Wreath! Enjoy coffee, hot cocoa & cookies! Decorate your family's ornament for the Christmas tree that will go in the church! Join us for a fun and festive time after the morning Masses on the first Sunday of Advent! Special thanks to our 7th and 8th grade faith formation […]
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 parishioners. Special thanks to the Music Ministry for hosting this evening gathering! To find out more about the Music Ministry, visit their webpage linked below.
Our gathering will reflect upon the Gospel for the upcoming Sunday to guide us on our path of discipleship. As companions on the journey, we listen and share how the Word speaks to our hearts through the Spirit. There is no advance preparation for the session required. Come as you are with an open heart. […]
“Hope resides at the core of who we are… We are meant to be hopefilled people”, writes author Joyce Rupp. Using her book Constant Hope: Reflections and Meditations to Strengthen the Spirit, we will take one essay per week to focus our discussion and prayer. Please join our facilitator, Pat Curtis, each Wednesday, 11:00 am to 12:00 pm, for a gathering focused […]
THE DECEMBER 3 BUILD DAY IS FULL. PLEASE JOIN US ON DECEMBER 10! Contact Allison for the Sign up link! As part of our efforts to provide affordable housing and Interfaith dialogue in the Greater Hartford area, the Franciscan Center is proud to partner with Muslim, Jewish and other Christian communities of faith in the construction […]