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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Works by Shannon McCarthy The Clare Gallery’s 2025 season continues with exhibitions based on themes of Mystery, Mysticism, and Meaning. Inner Visions highlights the work of Connecticut artist, Shannon McCarthy. The exhibition includes paintings, drawings, and a large-scale visual timeline that includes notations, collage and sketches to explore the mystery of meaning in “seeing and knowing” by […] 
Calling all singers in the parish! This is an open invitation to join us on September 28, 2025, for an enriching experience at the 10:00 a.m. Mass. Whether you're a seasoned vocalist or just curious to try out the Music Ministry, we'd love to have you with us! Everyone is invited to get a "taste" […] 
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. |
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Works by Shannon McCarthy Artist Talk and Reception:Saturday, September 20, 5-7:30 p.m. Open to the public. Virtual Panel Discussion: Monday, September 29, 7-8:30 p.m. Registration Required. Visit our Current Exhibition for more information on this exhibition. The Clare Gallery’s 2025 season continues with exhibitions based on themes of Mystery, Mysticism, and Meaning. Inner Visions highlights the work of Connecticut artist, Shannon […] |
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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 […] 
The Holy Spirit – the third person of the Trinity – is vital to Christian faith, but did you know that our understanding of the Holy Spirit is heavily rooted in the Hebrew Scriptures? In this two-part Bible Study, we will read and discuss passages of the Old Testament that provide the foundation for our […] |
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“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 silent in a time and place of peacefulness, prayer, and reflection so that we can connect with our deepest selves and the God who lives […] 
Jesus was a remarkable healer. For much of his public ministry, he was surrounded by human need. Crowds followed him wherever he went, pressing in on him, asking for healing. We too seek out this healer from Nazareth and long to encounter him. Together we will reflect on how Jesus is still very much with […]
Meet us in the Franciscan Center for our Wednesday in person 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 […] 
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 have found that meeting in person gives the experience greater intimacy and impact. If you haven’t tried it yet, please do! The process is simple […] |
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Wisdom in the Psalms
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Wisdom in the Psalms
A subcategory in the Book of Psalms is often referred to as “wisdom psalms.” These psalms represent influences of a certain way of conceptualizing life and faith. This way of theologizing is best represented in the biblical books of Job, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes. This program will concentrate on some of these “wisdom psalms” and discuss […] |
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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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You are invited to join us in the Franciscan Center after the prayerful Transitus Service for a reception. |
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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. 
Our Sandwich Ministry hands out snacks with sandwiches every day. Help us replenish our pantry shelves! We are accepting snack donations of prepackaged or individually wrapped snacks the first weekend of each month after Masses or anytime the office is open. 
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Our Sandwich Ministry hands out snacks with sandwiches every day. Help us replenish our pantry shelves! We are accepting snack donations of prepackaged or individually wrapped snacks the first weekend of each month after Masses or anytime the office is open. 
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Celebrate St. Francis with your parish family! Join us for our annual parish picnic. This year we will provide brunch, (and mimosa's)... you bring the desserts! There will be music and activities for the kids. Enjoy a wonderful afternoon in our garden (or inside in case of rain). Join us! Please bring a "wrappable" dessert […] |
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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 Franciscan Center. Anyone can learn to drum - no musical experience is needed. If you have a drum, please bring it with you. […] |
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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 […]
The Holy Spirit – the third person of the Trinity – is vital to Christian faith, but did you know that our understanding of the Holy Spirit is heavily rooted in the Hebrew Scriptures? In this two-part Bible Study, we will read and discuss passages of the Old Testament that provide the foundation for our […] |
4 events,
“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 silent in a time and place of peacefulness, prayer, and reflection so that we can connect with our deepest selves and the God who lives […]
Jesus was a remarkable healer. For much of his public ministry, he was surrounded by human need. Crowds followed him wherever he went, pressing in on him, asking for healing. We too seek out this healer from Nazareth and long to encounter him. Together we will reflect on how Jesus is still very much with […]
Meet us in the Franciscan Center for our Wednesday in person 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 […] |
2 events,
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Wisdom in the Psalms
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Wisdom in the Psalms
A subcategory in the Book of Psalms is often referred to as “wisdom psalms.” These psalms represent influences of a certain way of conceptualizing life and faith. This way of theologizing is best represented in the biblical books of Job, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes. This program will concentrate on some of these “wisdom psalms” and discuss […] |
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Enjoy a day of reflection on beautiful Enders Island, a 12-acre island in Fisher’s Island Sound, Mystic, CT. St. Edmund’s is a place for restoration, renewal and reflection. During this day of retreat we will consider the invitation to deeper listening to the quiet voice of God in our hearts. How were the women of […] |
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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 community. We meet the second Sunday of the month after the 5:00 pm Mass in the Franciscan […] |
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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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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 […] 
Join us as we embark on our 21st year of our partnership! We meet the second Tuesday of every month 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!) Join us as we prepare to […] |
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“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 silent in a time and place of peacefulness, prayer, and reflection so that we can connect with our deepest selves and the God who lives […]
Jesus was a remarkable healer. For much of his public ministry, he was surrounded by human need. Crowds followed him wherever he went, pressing in on him, asking for healing. We too seek out this healer from Nazareth and long to encounter him. Together we will reflect on how Jesus is still very much with […]
Meet us in the Franciscan Center for our Wednesday in person 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 […]
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 have found that meeting in person gives the experience greater intimacy and impact. If you haven’t tried it yet, please do! The process is simple […] |
3 events,
Postponed
Wisdom in the Psalms
Postponed
Wisdom in the Psalms
A subcategory in the Book of Psalms is often referred to as “wisdom psalms.” These psalms represent influences of a certain way of conceptualizing life and faith. This way of theologizing is best represented in the biblical books of Job, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes. This program will concentrate on some of these “wisdom psalms” and discuss […] 
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A Novel Idea Book Club’s book selection for this month is Clear by Carys Davies. 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 [email protected]. |
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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. 
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In January of this year, a statement was published by the Leadership Conference of Women Religious in response to the difficult and challenging realities of today. The statement witnesses to the convictions of faith and the advocacy to which Sisters have committed themselves. Their words are filled with courage, determination, and wisdom. We are delighted […] 
Have you suffered the loss of a child? The Emmaus Grieving Parent Ministry at SPSA offers monthly gatherings of parents whose life journey includes the loss of a child at any time.* *"At any time" encompasses prior to birth or after age 65, and this year or many decades ago. We meet on the […] 
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. We meet on the third Sunday of the month at 3:30 […] |
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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 […] |
4 events,
“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 silent in a time and place of peacefulness, prayer, and reflection so that we can connect with our deepest selves and the God who lives […]
Jesus was a remarkable healer. For much of his public ministry, he was surrounded by human need. Crowds followed him wherever he went, pressing in on him, asking for healing. We too seek out this healer from Nazareth and long to encounter him. Together we will reflect on how Jesus is still very much with […]
Meet us in the Franciscan Center for our Wednesday in person 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 […] |
2 events,
Postponed
Wisdom in the Psalms
Postponed
Wisdom in the Psalms
A subcategory in the Book of Psalms is often referred to as “wisdom psalms.” These psalms represent influences of a certain way of conceptualizing life and faith. This way of theologizing is best represented in the biblical books of Job, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes. This program will concentrate on some of these “wisdom psalms” and discuss […] |
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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,
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 […] |
4 events,
“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 silent in a time and place of peacefulness, prayer, and reflection so that we can connect with our deepest selves and the God who lives […]
Jesus was a remarkable healer. For much of his public ministry, he was surrounded by human need. Crowds followed him wherever he went, pressing in on him, asking for healing. We too seek out this healer from Nazareth and long to encounter him. Together we will reflect on how Jesus is still very much with […]
Meet us in the Franciscan Center for our Wednesday in person 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 […] |
5 events,
Postponed
Wisdom in the Psalms
Postponed
Wisdom in the Psalms
A subcategory in the Book of Psalms is often referred to as “wisdom psalms.” These psalms represent influences of a certain way of conceptualizing life and faith. This way of theologizing is best represented in the biblical books of Job, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes. This program will concentrate on some of these “wisdom psalms” and discuss […]
Canceled
Prayer Shawl Meeting (in person)
Canceled
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 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 […] 
Dignity Index 101 is a 3-session program which will provide a forum where participants take an in-depth look at how to be part of building a culture of dignity in our lives, our community, and the political arena. Over the summer, we offered an introductory program on the Dignity Index. Parishioners who attended were very […]
Dignity Index 101 is a 3-session program which will provide a forum where participants take an in-depth look at how to be part of building a culture of dignity in our lives, our community, and the political arena. Over the summer, we offered an introductory program on the Dignity Index. Parishioners who attended were very […] |
3 events,
Our Sandwich Ministry hands out snacks with sandwiches every day. Help us replenish our pantry shelves! We are accepting snack donations of prepackaged or individually wrapped snacks the first weekend of each month after Masses or anytime the office is open. |