Archdiocese of Hartford

Evening of Reflection for Lectors
2025-10-07 18:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | CT
Lectors that currently serve at any parish in the Archdiocese, as well as those who might be considering becoming a Lector at their parish, are invited to an evening of reflection and formation for ministry. These two-hour sessions, free of charge, are offered as a way to gather with other ministers from local churches to reflect on their ministry, pray together, and perhaps learn something new. For your convenience, seven sessions are offered throughout the Archdiocese in October, and you are invited to attend any session most convenient for you. These sessions will be offered in English; Spanish and Vietnamese sessions will be scheduled later this fall. To register: https://archdioceseofhartford.old.diocesanweb.org/evenings-of-reflection/
For more information, please contact Josh Perry in the Office of Worship at josh.perry@aohct.org or (860) 578-1427.
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Tuesday, October 7 – St. Anthony; LITCHFIELD (6:30 pm – 8:30 pm)
Thursday, October 9 – St. Pius X; WOLCOTT (6:30 pm – 8:30 pm)
Tuesday, October 14 – St. Mark the Evangelist; WEST HARTFORD (*7:00 pm – 9:00 pm)
Thursday, October 16 – St. Therese; NORTH HAVEN (6:30 pm – 8:30 pm)
Tuesday, October 21 – St. Robert Bellarmine; WINDSOR LOCKS (6:30 pm – 8:30 pm)
Thursday, October 23 – St. Jerome; NEW BRITAIN (6:30 pm – 9:00 pm)
Tuesday, October 28 – St. James; MANCHESTER (6:30 pm – 8:30 pm)

Franciscan Sisters of the Eucharist - Franciscan Weekend
2025-10-03 - 2025-10-05 | Franciscan Sisters of the Eucharist
Join us for a weekend commemorating the passing of St. Francis into eternal life and celebrating his feast day.

A Classical Concert with Corbin Beisner
2025-09-28 15:00 | Our Lady of Knock Parish – St. Mary Star of the Sea Church, 145 Main Street, Unionville, CT, 06085
Come enjoy classical music performed by award-winning, renowned concert pianist Corbin Beisner! For over two decades, Corbin has performed in numerous venues throughout the United States and Europe, and has received several accolades and awards. He holds degrees in piano performance from the Hartt School of Music and the prestigious Franz Liszt Academy of Music in Budapest, Hungary. There is no charge for this concert and all are invited.
Attendees will have the opportunity to make a free-will offering with proceeds benefiting the Our Lady of Knock Parish & St. Patrick Church Collinsville Haiti Ministry’s programs at St. Thérèse School in Lilavois, Haiti. Refreshments will be served after the concert!
For more information about the Haiti Ministry and this event, visit ourladyofknock.org/haiti.

Young Adult Outreach Group
2025-09-26 18:30 | Our Lady of Knock Parish – St. Patrick Church, 110 Main St., Farmington, CT, 06032
6:30 PM – Candlelight Mass
7:00 PM – Cookout & Corn Hole Tournament
Are you a young adult over the age of 21 looking for more opportunities to connect with others and your faith? A young adult group from different area churches will be meeting at Our Lady of Knock Parish – St. Patrick Church for a night of prayer, food and fun together. Games, food and drinks will begin immediately following the Mass in the Parish Hall.
No registration is required, if you have any questions, feel free to call Our Lady of Knock Parish Office, 860-673-2422.

Pilgrims of Hope: A Reflection on Hope During This Jubilee Year of Hope
2025-09-25 19:00 - 20:00 | Franciscan Life Center, 271 Finch Ave, Meriden, CT, 06451

Evening of Reflection for Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
2025-09-09 18:30 - 20:30 | CT
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (EMHCs) that currently serve at any parish in the Archdiocese, as well as those who might be considering becoming an EMHC at their parish, are invited to an evening of reflection and formation for ministry. These two-hour sessions, free of charge, are offered as a way to gather with other ministers from local churches to reflect on their ministry, pray together, and perhaps learn something new. For your convenience, seven sessions are offered throughout the Archdiocese in September, and you are invited to attend any session most convenient for you. These sessions will be offered in English; Spanish and Vietnamese sessions will be scheduled later this fall. To register: https://archdioceseofhartford.old.diocesanweb.org/evenings-of-reflection/
For more information, please contact Josh Perry in the Office of Worship at josh.perry@aohct.org or (860) 578-1427.
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Tuesday, September 9 – St. Anthony; LITCHFIELD (6:30 pm – 8:30 pm)
Wednesday, September 10 – St. Pius X; WOLCOTT (6:30 pm – 8:30 pm)
Tuesday, September 16 – St. James; MANCHESTER (6:30 pm – 8:30 pm)
Thursday, September 18 – St. Robert Bellarmine; WINDSOR LOCKS (6:30 pm – 8:30 pm)
Tuesday, September 23 – St. Mark the Evangelist; WEST HARTFORD (*7:00 pm–9:00 pm)
Wednesday, September 24 – St. Therese; NORTH HAVEN (6:30 pm – 8:30 pm)
Thursday, September 25 – St. Jerome; NEW BRITAIN (6:30 pm – 9:00 pm)

St. Anthony Church Carnival
2025-09-18 18:00 - 22:00 | St. Anthony Church, 4 Union City Road, Prospect, CT, 06712
Save the Date!
St. Anthony Church Carnival – Three Nights of Family Fun, Food & Festivities!
Prospect, CT – Get ready for three exciting nights of food, fun, and community spirit at the St. Anthony Church Carnival, taking place September 18–20, 2025, at 4 Union City Rd., Prospect, CT.
Carnival Hours:

Thursday, Sept. 18: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Friday, Sept. 19: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Saturday, Sept. 20: 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Admission and parking are completely FREE!
Come hungry—food service starts at 5:00 PM each night, featuring crowd favorites like hotdogs, hamburgers, and beverages. Plus, each night will spotlight a unique ethnic cuisine:

Thursday: Polish Night
Friday: Italian Night
Saturday: Mexican Night

Bring the whole family and enjoy games, music, and a welcoming small-town atmosphere. Whether you’re coming for the food, the fun, or just to enjoy a laid-back evening with friends and friendly faces, there’s something for everyone at the St. Anthony Church Carnival.
Don’t miss it—mark your calendar and bring your appetite!
Contact:
Carrie Patterson
Communications Coordinator
St. Anthony Church of Prospect
Office: 203-758-4056
Email: communications@stanthonyprospect.org

Lourdes in a Day Pilgrimage: A Day of Grace and Healing
2025-09-13 09:30 - 15:00 | St. Peter Claver Church, 47 Pleasant St, West Hartford, CT, 06107

Courage Support Group
2025-09-11 19:00 | CT
Courage International is a Catholic network of confidential support groups for men and women who experience same-sex attraction and seek to live chaste lives in Christ.
For meeting locations and additional information, contact Fr. Chaplain at: fr.gutierrez@aohct.org
The website for Courage International is couragerc.org

Rosary Walk 2025 for World Peace
2025-08-05 18:00 | All Saints Cemetery, 700 Middletown Ave, North Haven, CT
Join the Legion of Mary every Tuesday evening until Sept. 9th for a peaceful Rosary Walk for World Peace. This outdoor gathering offers prayerful reflection through the Rosary and the Chaplet of Divine Mercy. In the event of rain, the group will meet in from of the Mausoleum.
Please wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing. A limited supply of rosaries is available, but participants are encouraged to bring their own. Prayer programs will be provided. Free parking available.
Questions? Call Barbara at 203-605-9845.
To receive updates, leave a message with your clearly stated and spelled email address.

Finding Peace & Letting Go of Stress and Worry
2025-09-07 12:00 - 13:30 | St. Mary Parish Simsbury, 944 Hopmeadow Street, Simsbury, CT, 06070-0575
A talk and small group led by Amy Ekeh
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0845AFAE2AA20-57162346-amyekeh
-light lunch will be served at noon-
($5 suggest donation-collected that day)
Back by popular demand, Amy Ekeh joins us to navigate through this pertinent topic that has stitched itself into the fabric of modern life. This will be a dynamic session with small-group discussions where we will uncover passages that help us restore the golden thread of peace back into our lives. “By seeking His love, and reading His words, rather than seeking what the world offers.”
Amy Ekeh, a former student of Father Matera, is an instructor in the Catholic Biblical School in the Archdiocese of Hartford, where she also facilitates retreats and missions. As a freelance writer, her work has appeared in St. Anthony Messenger, The Bible Today, Magnificat, and Catechist Magazine. She is the author of Advent, Season of Divine Encounter; and Lent, Season of Transformation (Alive in the Word series), That Mighty Heart, and In Every Life.

Mass of Healing
2025-09-05 18:00 - 19:00 | St. John Paul the Great Church, 107 East Main Street, Torrington, Connecticut, 06790

Memorial of St. Monica
2025-08-27 18:30 - 19:30 | St. John Vianney Church
St. John XXIII Parish invites everyone to a holy hour to pray for fallen away Catholics, the Memorial of St. Monica. Adoration will be begin at 6:30 PM, following the 6:00 PM rosary, includes readings, and concludes with benediction. The event will be held at St. John Vianney Church, 300 Captain Thomas Blvd. in West Haven.

My Way with Fr. Ray Kelly
2025-08-19 18:30 - 20:00 | Northwest Catholic High School, 29 Wampanoag Drive, West Hartford, CT
A Benefit Concert Presented by Dr. Barbara A. Clark
Fr. Ray Kelly, the world-renowned YouTube sensation and beloved Singing Priest from Ireland, will perform live on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at 6:30 PM at Northwest Catholic High School in West Hartford, CT in his only Connecticut appearance!
This special nondenominational concert is part of his sixth North American music ministry tour and coincides with the release of his sixth CD, MY WAY. The album features three original songs – Through the Storm, Drift Away and Tears – written and produced by Cross-Light Records, along with the iconic song My Way, performed in English, German, Spanish and Italian. Vocal and instrumental versions will be included.
Fr. Ray’s 2025 tour includes stops in Michigan, Ohio, Florida, Connecticut, Cape Cod and New York, and concludes in New Brunswick, Canada. Despite his busy tour schedule, he continues to serve as an active parish priest in Ireland and a member of Saint Patrick’s Society for the Foreign Missions, sharing his music ministry across the globe.
100 percent of the proceeds from the West Hartford performance will benefit ImmaCare supporting our mission to serve individuals experiencing homelessness in the Hartford region.
For Ticket information, visit https://immacare.org/fr-ray-concert/.

Unique Boutique
2025-08-14 17:00 - 20:00 | St. Bridget Church, 80 Main Street, Manchester, CT
The Parish of St. Teresa Of Calcutta, will hold Unique Boutique, a large quality tag sale at St. Bridget Church, 80 Main Street, Manchester, CT., August 14th – August 17th.
On Thursday, August 14th from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm admission fee is $10.00.
Thursday admission includes wine and cheese while you shop.
Admission Friday, August 15th from 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm is $1.00.
Admission on Saturday, August 16th from 9:00 am – 6:00 pm is free.
Admission on Sunday, August 17th from 8:00 am – 11:00 am is free.
Items for sale include furniture, books, jewelry, collectibles, toys, hardware, artwork, household items, linens, glassware, sporting goods, holiday items, crafts, stationery, gardening supplies, luggage, pocketbooks and much more.
