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Mass Schedule [ Missas y Confessiones en Español ]
Saturday Vigil
Mass at 4:00 PM
Sunday Morning
Masses at 7:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:30 AM
Spanish Mass
Misa en Español

Mass at 12:00 Noon
Daily Mass
Monday - Friday: 9:00 a.m.
Saturday 8:00 a.m.
in the Parish Center Chapel.
Holy Days
Consult the Parish Bulletin or call the Parish Office.
Reconciliation and Sacraments
Reconciliation
Saturdays at 2:30 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. in church
(or by appointment, call the Parish Office.)
Sacraments
Click here for information about Sacramental preparation.

Clergy and Staff
Rev. Joseph V. DiSciacca

Pastor [ Pastor's Message ]

Rev. José Mercado Parochial Vicar
Mr. Neil B. Richter Deacon
Mark J. Monnerat School Principal
Kimberlee Donahue Director of Religious Education
Jean. L. Degan Director of Music Ministries
Katherine Young Office Manager
Patricia Smatt
Pastoral Council President
 
Pro-Life Corner PDF Print E-mail
Thursday, 25 December 2008 11:50
Human Life is sacred because from its beginning it involves the creative action of God and it remains for ever in a special relationship with the Creator, who is its sole end. God alone is the Lord of life from its beginning until its end: no one can under any circumstance claim for himself the right directly to destroy an innocent human being. (Catechism of the Catholic Church, 2258)

Support life by attending the March for Life in Washington DC on January 22. If you cannot travel to Washington, DC, there is a in March for Life Hartford on January 22 in front of the State Capitol at 11:30AM. Details are contained in a flyer on the Pro-Life Bulletin Board at the entrance to the Church.

Respect for Life Meeting
The Respect for Life Representatives invites all parishioners interested in joining the pro-life committee to attend a meeting on Monday, January 26th from 7-8PM in the Parish Center. We will discuss various issues concerning respect for life. Our mission is to help one another in educating ourselves, as well as, our parish, which is much needed living in a culture of death. Please come and share your thoughts and ideas as well as a cup of coffee and coffee cake. Please use the side door of the Parish Center. Hope to see you there.

 
International Year of the Organ 2008-2009 PDF Print E-mail
Tuesday, 06 January 2009 21:37
Join us for a Concert for Two Organs with Jean Degan & Scott Lamlein, organists

SUNDAY, JANUARY 18

The first part of the concert begins at 3:00 PM at the First Congregational Church, 31 Maple Street. Then all will walk to St.Joseph Church for the second half of the program.

The concert is free and a reception will follow the concert at St. Joseph Church.

Last Updated on Tuesday, 06 January 2009 21:40
 
Parish Open Forum PDF Print E-mail
Wednesday, 17 December 2008 21:31

HELP WANTED!
To Make Our Parish Better

WHAT: Parish Open Forum
WHERE: St. Joseph Church Guild Hall
WHEN: January 10, 2009 following the Saturday - 4PM Mass.
(Snow Date: Jan. 12, 2009 – 7 PM.)
DETAILS: Immediately following the SATURDAY 4 PM MASS on January 10, 2009, a Light supper and dessert followed by an Open Forum will be held in the Guild Hall. Please come and share your ideas and comments on how you feel our Parish can be improved. We welcome both your comments from the floor and those submitted via the Suggestion Box located in the Church vestibule. Every effort will be made to provide timely replies.
PERKS: In addition to the FREE Light Supper and Dessert, there will be a drawing with the winner receiving a DINNER-FOR-TWO Gift Certificate at a local restaurant.
Last Updated on Wednesday, 17 December 2008 21:35
 
Adult Education Series PDF Print E-mail
Tuesday, 26 August 2008 12:10
WHAT CATHOLICS BELIEVE 2008-2009

All are welcome to learn more about what we as Catholics believe. These sessions for those who are looking to learn more about various aspects of our religion. As we progress through these sessions they will be used as the basis of our Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA). Plan to come to all or just attend the topics that peak your interest.

We gather at 6:15 PM in the school library with prayer starting at 6:30 PM and the sessions ending at 8:00 PM. Upcoming sessions:

The Schedule of Sessions for 2009 is in progress.  Check back here for updates shortly.

Some of the future topics – Sacred Scripture, How to make the most of Advent, Gifts of the Holy Spirit, The Blessed Mother, Angels & Saints and our Church calendar.

Check the bulletin for upcoming dates.

Last Updated on Thursday, 25 December 2008 11:45
 
 
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News Briefs

Immigration Resources
We are in the process of launching a new page of Immigration Resources.  Click here for more information.
 
Immigration and Catholic Social Justice Teachings
On January 22, 2009 St. Joseph’s will host an informational evening on the issue of immigration in our country and how this relates to Catholic Social Justice Teachings. The Presentation is being presented by The Office of Urban Affairs in the Archdiocese of Hartford and United Action of Central Connecticut. The meeting will take place in the Guild Hall at 7:00 PM on Thursday, January 22nd. All are encouraged to attend. All are welcome to learn more about this timely issue.

(By providing education on these issues we live out our mission statement by promoting peace and justice in all areas of life.)

 
Catholic Social Teaching

Faithful Citizenship: A Catholic Call to Political Responsibility
See the Seven Principles of Catholic Social Teaching from the U.S. Council of Catholic Bishops. More ...

 
Suggestion Box
At our Winter Open Forum and at the February meeting of the Parish Pastoral Council, we spoke about many of the comments put in the Suggestion Box. Over the next few weeks we will put some comments in the bulletin and then gather them here on the Website.

Click Here to see the ongoing compilations of suggestions and responses.

 
Catholic Releif Services
Catholic Relief Services
 
St. Vincent DePaul Mission of Bristol

Bristol Homeless Shelter

Women with Children Transitional Center

Elms for Men Transitional Center

http://www.svdpofbristol.com/