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Mass Schedule
- Saturday: 5:00 PM EnglishEnglishEN
- Sunday: 8:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN 9:30 AM EnglishEnglishEN 11:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN
- Monday: 8:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN Eucharistic Adoration at 8:30 am each Monday
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN
- Thursday: 8:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN
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Lent 2019
There are many ways in which we can deepen our faith during this season of Lent. May this season be a moment of change and transformation in our lives allowing us to grow more deeply into the life of Christ.
STATIONS OF THE CROSS
Stations of the Cross are held every Friday of Lent at 7 pm in the church.
LENTEN SERIES
Msgr. Matera's Spring Series this year is in the form of a mini-Lenten retreat entitled "A Time for Renewal and Growth". This mini-retreat is in the lower church on Thursdays during Lent (7 pm):
March 14, 21 & 28
April 4 & 11
RECONCILIATION AND ADORATION
Bishop Rosazza and Msgr. Matera will hear confession each Monday during Lent from 6:00 - 7:00 pm. During that time, the Blessed Sacrament will be exposed fro public adoration.
SONG AND WITNESS
Join us on Sunday, March 31 (6:30 pm) for our parish celebration. Many of our parishioners will witness to their faith
ST. MARY'S MEN'S GROUP
All men of our parish are invited to gather each Saturday during Lent (7 am - 8:30 am) in the lower church to pray and discuss their faith.
WEEKEND RETREAT
Our annual men's retreat at Holy Family in Farmington is March 15-17
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From Monsignor Matera
Witnessing to our Faith In Word and Song
Sunday, March 31
6:30 PMEach month -- on the third Sunday of the month -- we have been hearing testimonies of faith from our fellow parishioners. Parishioners haver told me over and over again, how important these witnesses have been to them.
Why? All of us have a story to tell. Some stories are simple. Other are more complex. But each story, in its own way, is personal and different. We want to hear why others believe because the faith of others strengthens our faith.
On March 31, we will have an opportunity to hear the personal witness of more parishioners at an evening of Word and Song similar to the wonderful Sunday evening that began our parish mission last year.
We will have music followed by a series of faith testimonies from several parishioners. Following these testimonies, there will be more music and an opportunity for others who wish to witness to their faith. The evening will conclude with a traditional Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament and our Women’s Guild will provide refreshments.
Sunday night. March 31.
I know it’s Sunday evening! I know you want to do nothing. But this will be an extraordinary night. And it's Lent -- a season of sacrifice. So take the time to be present with us. Listen to what others have to say about their faith in this time when it is so difficult to believe. You may be inspired to share your own faith story. Participate in the Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament.Father Matera
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Witnessing To Our Faith
In 2018 one of the most important events that occurred in our parish was the mission we held during Lent. That mission was something we prepared for throughout the year by focusing on the theme of Faith on Fire. When our mission ended, many parishioners asked how we might follow up on our mission experience. Is there a theme that can energize and continue to renew us, something that can guide our parish life in the year ahead?
The theme I have decided on is "Witnessing To Our Faith". Witnesses testify to what they have seen, heard and experienced. I am designating the third Sunday of every month as Witness Sunday, a day when parishioners from our faith community will give a brief testimoney of their faith. These testimonies allow us to hear what they belive and why they believe so that we can continue to grow in our faith.
In the weeks ahead I will return to the theme of Witnessing Our Faith, and we will hear many testimonies from our fellow parishioners. All of this will culminate in a celebration of witness and song during Lent, similar to last year's celebration of song and praise at the opening of our parish mission. Listen to what your fellow parishioners testify about their faith, and ask yourself: What do I believe? Why do I believe? And what is my witness to Christ?
Click HERE to read testimonies from our parishioners
Father Matera
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Campus Connection Project
Visit our Campus Connection webpage for details on the progress of our construction. You will find information on parking ambassadors, thermometer graphic, photos of the project plan, photos of the construction, sponsorship opportunities, relocation of St. Bernard's windows, business sponsorship opportunities, business donors and the brick sponsorship program.
Donate to the Campus Connection Project
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News
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March 18
Cooking and serving meals for the homeless allows our teens experience true gratitude. They are always amazed by the sincerity shown through each interaction as we serve the meal we have carefully prepared. If your son or daughter has never participated in this mission, please click the title for more information. The Calcutta Project open to students in grades 7 - 12. It is an outreach effort of IGNITE Youth Ministry that was named for Mother Teresa of Calcutta who inspires us to serve.Read More -
February 8
Do you attend the 5:00 PM Saturday service and like to sing? The casual choir sings the Mass music with the leadership of a cantor. The choir does not have a formal rehearsal while offering the experience of sharing the joy of singing with a group. Join us when you can by the organ when you attend the Saturday 5:00 PM Mass. No prior choir experience required, all abilities are welcome!Read More -
January 22
Please click the title to see the press release regarding clerical sexual abuse of minors. All information referenced is also available on Promise.ArchdioceseofHartford.org.Read More -
January 21
The Women's Guild membership drive for 2019 has started. If you were a member in 2018, you will receive a membership form in the mail. If you would like to join the Women's Guild please contact Ann Mikkleson for more information (mika716@comcast.net). The membership form can also be found on our webpage. Click the title for the link.Read More -
January 15
IGNITE Youth Ministry will take its seventh annual trip to UMass-Lowell for this Catholic Youth Conference. All students currently in grades 8 - 12 are invited to join our group! This conference weekend has been a life-changing experience for so many of our teens. For travel information or to place a deposit, click the title.Read More
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Confession
- Mon: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM Mondays during Lent
- Sat: 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM (Weekly)
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St. Mary's Calendar
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Monday, March 18, 8:30 AM - 9:30 AMEucharistic Adoration each Monday morning following Daily Mass to make reparation for sins of abuse, to pray for the Archdiocesan Synod and to pray for vocations to the priesthood and religious life.Read More
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Monday, March 18, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PMFather Matera and Bishop Rosazza will hear confessions each Monday during Lent from 6:00 to 7:00 PM. During that time, the Blessed Sacrament will be exposed for public adoration.Read More
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Tuesday, March 19, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PMJoin us tonight for our general meeting. All are welcome!Read More
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Tuesday, March 19, 7:30 PM - 9:00 PMThe Music Group for the 9:30 AM Mass includes instrumentalists and singers. The group consists of middle school students, high school students and adults. Practices are held in the church on Tuesday evenings from 7:30 to 9:00. For more information, contact Patty Lepak, 651-9930 or lepakfamily@gmail.comRead More
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Wednesday, March 20Bible Study has been cancelled tonight.Read More
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Thursday, March 21, 9:30 AM - 11:00 AMJoin us in the lower church for our study of "Walking Together: Discovering the Catholic Tradition of Spiritual Friendship." For more information contact Joanne Russell (joanne.russell@comcast.net).Read More
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Thursday, March 21, 7:00 PMFather Matera continues his mini-Lenten retreat this evening and on the following Thursdays of Lent: March 28, April 4. Join us for this retreat which is focusing on the themes of Temptation Faith, the Mystery of God, Reconciliation, and God’s Grace. Mark your calendar.Read More
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Friday, March 22, 7:00 PMJoin us in the church for the stations of the cross.Read More
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Saturday, March 23, 7:00 AM - 8:30 AMAll men of the parish are invited to gather each Saturday during Lent (7 AM - 8:30 AM) in the lower church. This group discusses the upcoming Gospel reading and how it applies to our lives. All are welcome!Read More
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Saturday, March 23, 8:00 AM - 8:30 AMThe rosary is recited each Saturday morning at 8:00 AM in the church. All are welcome to join us!Read More
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Saturday, March 23, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AMNew altar servers are needed at St. Mary's Church and School. Are you interested in joining this wonderful ministry? We will be meeting on March 16th and 23rd from 9-10 AM and on March 31st from 12:15-1:15 PM. All children in 4th grade or above are invited to join us. Please RSVP to Shelia Garillia at ServerLeader@StMarySimsbury.orgRead More
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Saturday, March 23, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PMConfessions are heard each Saturday between 3:00 and 4:00 PM.Read More
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