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Healing Mass Schedule for 2024 is Suspended

Posted on May 09, 2024 in: Events

Healing Mass Schedule for 2024 is Suspended

The monthly Healing Masses that take place every third Sunday of the month at Holy Family Church in Hebron/Amston, are suspended until further notice, due to circumstances beyond our control. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Office of Faith Events

Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest. -Matthew 11:28

Come join us for a Healing Mass & Healing Service 2:00-3:00 pm 3:00-4:00 pm 2 PM the third Sunday of every month with Fr. Ray Introvigne and Fr. Michael Philippino

All masses will be celebrated at the Church of the Holy Family 185 Church St, Hebron, CT, 06248 (RT 85)

January 21
February 18
March 17
April 21
May 19
June 16

Music by Joe D’Ambrose, and Jayvee & Tina Mateo

“Remember- Jesus is the Healer!”

For more information contact Andrea Hoisl at faithevents@norwichdiocese.net Or 860-848-2237 ext. 203

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