Ministries
"Faith in action is love and love in action is service."
-Mother Teresa
We would like to take this opportunity to welcome you to explore to the many ways you can become an active part of our Parish Family. As you can see, we are a very lively parish community and we welcome you, if you wish, to get involved with any of the following programs and activities listed. If you have any questions, please feel free to call the person in charge.
Ministry Kickoff Dinner - All Welcome
May 2
6:30pm
Notre Dame Center
List of Services
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Choir & CantorsList Item 1
Join together in song, under the talented direction of our choir director. Sing as part of the choir during Sunday Mass and other special services. Cantors will lead Music during Mass and other services. Contact – Michael Ferrari – 860.424.7608
CHILDREN'S CHOIR contact Leanna Hinger at leannarpizzo@gmail.com
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Men's GroupList Item 2
Come share in the positive Christian fellowship & learn how you can better strengthen your personal faith journey. All Men’s Ministry Meetings are held on Saturday mornings in the Parish Center from 8:30am to 10am.
Contact Deacon Eric Keener at DnKeener@diobpt.org
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Women of Faith - Walking With PurposeList Item 3
A women’s ministry dedicated to offering a variety of activities for the women of the parish. The “Women of Faith” activities will encompass three areas: spiritual, fellowship and outreach.
Contact Caroline LaFleur at 203-300-1486 or la_fleur@sbcglobal.net
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BereavementList Item 4
Bereavement Support Group is a prayerful experience of mutual support and comfort for those who are confronting the loss of a loved one. Meets monthly. If you will be attending for the first time, please contact the Rectory.
Contact – Rectory – 203.744.5777
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Book Club
St. Mary Book Group welcomes all adults! "Spiritual reading has made many saints" (St. Josemaria Escriva). Our next book is A Song for Nagasaki: The Story of Takashi Nagai by Paul Glynn, S.M. Read about the inspiring life of this Japanese scientist, Catholic convert, and survivor of the atomic bomb, who was named a Servant of God in 2021. We will meet on June 4 at 7 pm in the Quiet Room. You can listen to the audiobook on the Hallow app and on Formed. You can borrow a copy with your Library card through a special interlibrary loan request using FindItCT.org. Or you can purchase a copy online from Ignatius Press or Amazon.
Contact - Rectory for more information 203-744-5777
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Liturgy
-Adult Altar Acolytes
-Altar Servers
-Lectors
-Eucharistic Ministers
-Ushers
-Greeters
Contact - Rectory 203-744-5777
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St Martha Society
Keeping the Church and the Altar section clean.
Contact - Rectory 203-744-5777
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Dorothy Day Shelter
Group of Men who serve as chaperones in the Dorothy Day overnight Shelter.
Contact - Mike Roberts – 203.743.2441
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Prayer Line
Emphasis on prayer and provides a source of hope to those feeling lost and distressed.
Contact - Maggie Kent 203-731-4738
Deana Chamberlain - 203-482-7149
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Just Desserts
Bakers called upon to supply baked goods for our different ministries and events. If interested, please call the main office at (203)744-5777.
List of Services
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Scripture StudyList Item 1
Scripture Study - We'll explore bible studies that are designed to help you discover the relevant truth of Scripture and the tradition of the Catholic Church. Hopeful to share this experience once a week in person but also have an on-line version for those who need it, we will schedule 6-8 weeks at a time and advertise it well in advance. Please call the Rectory to get added to the list for information to participate, or if you are interested in leading a session. 203-744-5777
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Matthew 25:35List Item 2
"For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, a stranger and you welcomed me." Please sign up to be on our cooking-a-meal list for anytime we hear of those who are in need (example - Dorothy Day, Meals-on-Wheels, etc.)
