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Runs Sept. 3 - May 19
Certificate in Catholic Theology Program
St. Agnes Church Parish Hall, Niantic
A nine-module program for anyone wishing to deepen their love and understanding of Catholic theology. Classes are held weekly and in person. Contact Lorraine Galvis lgalvis212@gmail.com for more information.
Thursday, September 17
St. Edmund's Retreat Center at Enders Island, Mystic
Morning Tour: 11 AM – 1:30 PM
Afternoon Tour: 12:15 PM – 2:30 PM
Take a guided tour through the breathtaking dahlia gardens of Enders Island, where beauty and grace bloom in harmony.
Friday, September 18
Wintonbury Hills Golf Course, Bloomfield
11 AM – 7 PM
Enjoy lunch, golf, dinner and raffle prizes while supporting the Diocese of Norwich Outreach to Haiti ministry and its medical and educational programs.
Wednesday, September 23
Holy Apostles College & Seminary, Cromwell
11 AM – 4:30 PM
Join the Padre Pio Foundation of America for a Feast Day Mass and celebration honoring St. Pio of Pietrelcina.
Sunday, September 27
Explore the Catholic Faith: OCIA Begins
Church of the Holy Family, Hebron
11:30 AM – 1 PM
Thinking about becoming Catholic, need Confirmation or want to deepen your faith? Explore OCIA on Sundays following the 10 AM Mass. Email ocia@goodshepherdct.org.
Saturday, October 3
Blessing of Pets for the Feast of St. Francis
St. John Church, Cromwell
10 AM – 10:30 AM
All are invited to bring their pets for a special blessing in honor of St. Francis, a lover of all God's creatures.
Transitus of St. Francis
St. Edward the Confessor Church, Stafford Springs
1 PM – 2 PM
St. Edward the Confessor Parish will gather for the Transitus, commemorating the passing of St. Francis of Assisi from earthly life to eternal life.
Saturday, October 10
St. Mary, Mother of the Redeemer, Groton
9:30 AM – 2 PM
Mass, continental breakfast and lunch are included. Cost is $30 per person. Presenter: Rev. F. Amodio, O.Carm. Sponsored by the Tri-Parish Community.
Saturday, October 17
Annual Polish Dinner
St. Mary of Czestochowa Church, Middletown
5 PM – 8 PM
Enjoy a homemade Polish dinner, raffle and auction. Takeout will be available. Proceeds support the church. Call the parish office for information.
Sunday, October 18
St. Mary, Mother of the Redeemer, Groton
1 PM – 2:30 PM
Rev. Brian Converse, retired CTARNG chaplain, will lead a discussion on serving both God and country. Sponsored by the Tri-Parish Community.
Friday, November 13
St. Joseph Church, Vernon
6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Enjoy a fun night of bingo with $4,000 in cash prizes. Play all games for as little as $25. Click here to register and learn more.
Tuesday, November 24
Bolton Ecumenical Thanksgiving Prayer Service
St. Maurice Church, Bolton
7 PM – 8 PM
Join the churches of Bolton as they gather to offer prayers of Thanksgiving. Bishop Richard F. Reidy will be a special guest.
Saturday, December 5
Padre Pio Foundation of America Annual Christmas Open House
Padre Pio Foundation of America, Cromwell
9 AM – 2 PM
Enjoy refreshments, browse the Padre Pio Gift Shop and spend time in prayer in Our Mother of the Holy Innocents Chapel.
Saturday, December 12
12th Annual Cookie Sale & Basket Raffle
Our Lady of La Salette, Brooklyn
9 AM – 1 PM
More than 40 varieties of homemade cookies will be sold by the pound, along with more than 50 beautiful baskets available to win.
St. Joseph Christmas Pierogi Sale
St. Joseph Church, Norwich
10 AM – Noon
Pre-orders will be taken in November. Potato-and-cheese and sauerkraut pierogi will be available in time for Christmas. Call 860-887-1565 for information.
Wednesday, December 23
35th Anniversary Celebration of the Saint Clare Fraternity, OFS
St. Edward the Confessor Church, Stafford Springs
10 AM – 1 PM
The St. Clare Fraternity, OFS, celebrates 35 years of living the Gospel through the Secular Franciscan charism and following the example of St. Francis.