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.
St. Patrick - St. Anthony Church and the Franciscan Center for Urban Ministry
a Roman Catholic faith community in the Franciscan Tradition
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Divine Reading
Divine Reading
We will gather in-person on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month (except on Oct. 2), from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. We will read a passage of Scripture several times, with periods of silence, to discern how God is speaking to each of us. Sharing is optional, and there is no need to attend […]
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Clare Gallery’s Exhibit: “The Space Between”
Connecticut artist, Jill Vaughn, will open the Clare Gallery’s fall season with The Space Between, a mixed media exhibition focused on visualizing the environmental impact of human activity. Join us in the Franciscan Center for Urban Ministry for an Artist Reception, Sunday, September 29, 3:00-4:30 pm We may all feel daily anxiety and wrestle with our complicity when […]
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Open Hearts Ministry Meeting: BBQ
Open Hearts Ministry Meeting: BBQ
Begin a new season with us by joining us for our kick-off BBQ in the Friary Garden! 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 programming to the diverse spectrum of the LGBT […]
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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 in the church. Anyone can learn to drum - no musical experience is needed. If you have a drum, please bring it with you. Let […]
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 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 on […]
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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 journey, we listen, reflect and share how the Word speaks to our hearts through the Spirit. There is no need to do any advance preparation […]
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Canceled Centering Yoga
Canceled 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 Center for Urban Ministry. All levels of experience and ability are welcome! Please email [email protected] to register.
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Choir Concert at University of Hartford
Choir Concert at University of Hartford
Don’t Miss the Grand Finale of the 10th Annual Ode to Joy Festival! Mark your calendars for a truly special musical event! The Saint Patrick-Saint Anthony Gallery Choir, under the direction of Dr. Gabriel Löfvall, will venture beyond the acoustics of our own sanctuary to join forces with Chorus Angelicus and the Choir of St. James's […]
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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 journey, we listen, reflect and share how the Word speaks to our hearts through the Spirit. There is no need to do any advance preparation […]
2 events,
Divine Reading
Divine Reading
We will gather in-person on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month (except on Oct. 2), from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. We will read a passage of Scripture several times, with periods of silence, to discern how God is speaking to each of us. Sharing is optional, and there is no need to attend […]
2 events,
Novel Idea Book Discussion Group
Novel Idea Book Discussion Group
A Novel Idea Book Club’s book selection for this month is The Queen of Dirt Island by Donal Ryan. 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 […]
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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. This group holds regular meetings, provides ongoing educational programs and offers continued spiritual development.
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 journey, we listen, reflect and share how the Word speaks to our hearts through the Spirit. There is no need to do any advance preparation […]
2 events,
Vibrant Voices for Peace
Vibrant Voices for Peace
Our Women of Hope Ministry invites you to join them for prayer to focus on many dimensions of peace ~ building a culture of peace, cultural diversity in friendship and the theme of justice, for example. We launch this important time to 'be' together. Please join with other parishioners to hear the voices of women lead […]
3 events,
Centering Yoga
Centering Yoga
Parishioner Michael Leahy (YTT 200) or Jess Wawzyniecki 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 Center for Urban Ministry. All levels of experience and ability are welcome! Yoga this year will be taught by Jess Wawzyniecki in addition […]
Vibrant Voices for Peace
Vibrant Voices for Peace
Our Women of Hope Ministry invites you to join them for prayer to focus on many dimensions of peace ~ building a culture of peace, cultural diversity in friendship and the theme of justice, for example. We launch this important time to 'be' together. Please join with other parishioners to hear the voices of women lead […]
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Artist Reception for Clare Gallery’s Exhibit: “The Space Between”
Artist Reception for Clare Gallery’s Exhibit: “The Space Between”
Connecticut artist, Jill Vaughn, will open the Clare Gallery’s fall season with The Space Between, a mixed media exhibition focused on visualizing the environmental impact of human activity. Join us in the Franciscan Center for Urban Ministry for an Artist Reception, Sunday, September 29, 3:00-4:30 pm We may all feel daily anxiety and wrestle with our complicity when […]
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 parishioners.
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 journey, we listen, reflect and share how the Word speaks to our hearts through the Spirit. There is no need to do any advance preparation […]
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Transitus of St. Francis
Transitus of St. Francis
Each year, on the evening of October 3, the Franciscan family throughout the world pauses to celebrate the solemnity of our Holy Father Francis's Transitus, passing over from this life to the next. In his famous Canticle of the Creatures, the saint from Assisi wrote “Praised be You, my Lord, through our Sister Bodily Death, […]
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Transitus of St. Francis Reception
Transitus of St. Francis Reception
You are invited to join us in the Franciscan Center after the prayerful Transitus Service for a reception.
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Wine History: Catholicism’s Controversial Roles – Wine Tasting Event
Wine History: Catholicism’s Controversial Roles – Wine Tasting Event
Parishioner Jennifer Regan-Lefebvre, PhD, a professor and noted wine historian, will talk us through key moments in the history of wine. She’ll explain how Catholicism has been a driving force in spreading wine throughout the world, with both delicious and devastating results. The talk will include a tasting of two wines. Jennifer Regan-Lefebvre, PhD, is […]
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Blessing of Animals
Blessing of Animals
Bring your pets and favorite stuffed animals for a blessing in honor of St. Francis of Assisi. Meet us in the garden between the church and Franciscan Center if the weather is nice, or in the garage behind the Franciscan Center in case of rain.