St. John Fisher Roman Catholic Church

Saint Bridget School

74 Main St. Manchester CT

St. Bridget School in Manchester offers students a safe, disciplined and wellrounded environment steeped in Catholic tradition with academic excellence. Students in PreSchool through 8th grade are challenged academically and physically through a wide variety of sports, clubs, and extracurricular activities. The student/teacher ratio allows our faculty to offer students the attention to reach their highest potential. We offer art, music, gym, computer and library/reading time. Spanish is offered starting in the 3rd grade. Come for a tour and meet our staff. We offer “Drop-In Mondays” Open Houses during the school year from 9:00 to 11:00am, or visit our website at www.saintbridget-school.com

Birthright

baby bottle with money Birthright will collect baby bottles filled with coins, cash, or check after Masses on the weekend of June 1/2. If you use the insert inside the bottle to make a donation in honor or in memory of a loved one, Birthright will send an acknowledgement card of your gift of life. This is an opportunity for our church families to have hands-on involvement in a project that saves the lives of unborn children and makes a lasting difference in the mothers’ lives. Thank you for any help you can give.

Adult Confirmation

Amy Serrano, our fellow parishioner at St. John Fisher Church, has completed her course of studies for Adult Confirmation. Amy, accompanied by her sponsor, Joan Christmas, received the Sacrament of Confirmation on Tuesday, May 14, 2019 at the Cathedral of St. Joseph with Archbishop Leonard Blair officiating. Congratulations, Amy!

Catholic Communications Campaign

This weekend, we are taking up the collection for the Catholic Communication Campaign (CCC). Your suppport helps the CCC connect people to Christ, in the United States and around the world, through the internet television, radio and print media. Half the funds we collect remain here in the Archdiocese of Hartford to support local efforts. Be a part of this campaign to spread the Gospel message. Support the collection today!

To learn more, visit: www.usccb.org/ccc

St. John Fisher Teen Mass and Cook Out

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Saturday, June 8^th

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Join us as we celebrate this year’s graduating seniors at the 4:00pm Mass and then celebrate with field games, cook out and of course s’mores.

We would love to see you and hear all about your summer plans!

First Holy Communion

Congratulations to the following children who made their First Holy Communion on Saturday, May 4th:

Krystian B	Grace J	Brayden P
Derek B	Dylan M	Makenna R
Tyler B	Giuliana M	Catherine T
Jack C	Samatha M	Kelly T
RJ F	Giliana M	Max V
Anna I	Fallon M	Tessa W

God Bless Them All!

Rooted in Faith - Reimagining Charity

Join us on Saturday, June 8th

Bishop Peter Rosazza Social Justice Conference
Rooted in Faith-
Reimagining Charity
Presented by
Office for Catholic Social justice Ministry of the Archdiocese of Hartford
467 Bloomfield Ave, Bloomfield, CT 06002 * This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. * (860) 242-5573 Ext 2688
12 Workshop Topics Networking and Conversation

Exhibitors from Across the Region Prayer and Music

Workshops in English and Spanish Catholic Mass
Saturday, June 8, 2019

9:00 am—3:00 pm
Registration 8:00—8:45 am

The Pastoral Center
Bloomfield, CT

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Recent Presentation on Immigration

Here is a photo from our recent presentation on Immigration. Speaking is Alan Dornan from Rocky Hill who walks 2 miles a day in solidarity with refugees.

03 03 2019 Who is my Neighbor

Mother’s Day Spiritual Bouquet

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Mother's Day Spiritual Bouquet With a deep sense of gratitude for their loving care and sacrifice, each woman will be remembered at Mass and their names will remain on the altar during the month of May.

Celebrate The Month Of May With Mary

Painting: Assumption 1580 Guido Reni Most of the events of Mary's life are well known to us as the Joyful Mysteries of the Rosary: Annunciation, Visitation, Nativity, Presentation and Finding of Jesus in the Temple.

Mary Not so Gentle will reflect on these and other Scriptural events to consider what qualities in addition to joy and gentleness, Mary presents to us for our admiration and imitation.

Join us on Tuesday, May 14th at 9:15am (following 8:30am Mass) or 7:00pm in the St. Thomas More Hall.

Marlborough Food Bank ~ May 11-12

Please mark your calendars: Our monthly Food Drive is the 2nd full

Suggested Donations: Baking goods such as cake mix, brownie mix, pancake mix, frosting, bread mix, etc. Please ensure that the "Best By" dates have not been exceeded as the Food Bank will need to dispose of them if they have. The Food Bank does not distribute over the counter medicines for either adults or children so we cannot accept donations of these items.

For the Home Goods Room: used items in good condition such as pots and pans, towels, pillowcases, sheets (especially queen), lamps and new bed pillows.

Your donations are greatly appreciated!

Plant Sale ~ The SJF Community Garden

The SJF Community Garden Committee is hosting their Annual Plant Sale!

May 11th & May 12th following Masses

They will have a variety of beautiful plants and fresh veggies for sale.

Purchase for your home garden or for a special Mother’s Day gift!

Emergency Bible Numbers


Upset?	John 14
Weak?	Psalm 18:1-29
Lonely?	Psalm 23
Sinned?	Psalm 51
Worried?	Matthew 8:19-31
Anxious?	Phillippians 4:4-9 4:4-9
Unhappy?	Colossians 3:12-17 3:12-17
In Danger?	Psalm 91
Depressed?	Psalm 27
Lack of Faith?	Exodus 14
Others Unkind?	John 15
Need Courage?	Joshua 1
Need Direction?	Psalm 73:21-26
Seeking Peace?	Matthew 11:25-30

RCIAsmall “…the doors are opened wide for you to enter the Church”.

Let us all join together in welcoming Kelly Granatek into the RCIA process. We all share in the role of evangelizing our Catholic faith in our parish, our families and in the world. Regular sessions have begun. Please take the opportunity to greet Kelly, husband Jason and son, Daniel when you see them at mass or during parish activities. Her participation in the RCIA process is a blessing on all of us.

Anyone interested in joining the RCIA process may contact Jim Castellani (860-295-9904 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.), for more information. God bless you. Please pray for Kelly and for all who are assisting her in her “Journey of Faith.”

Prayer Line

Send your prayer requests to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call the office @ 295-0001.

READ, REAP AND RISE!

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Come to know Jesus more fully in the Bible!

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Faith Connections

2019-2020 ~ Registration Open Now for Children entering Grades 1-9
Registration forms due by May 31
Completed Forms can be mailed to church, dropped off at church office or placed in offertory basket in an envelope marked Faith Formation. Forms can be obtained here: Click Here to download the 2019-2020 Registration form
Questions, please contact Theresa Brysgel at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

St John Fisher ~ Treasure Island SontreasureIsland

VACATION BIBLE CAMP

FOR CHILDREN ENTERING GRADES 1-6

DATE: Mon. Aug 5- Thursday Aug 8 ~ TIME: 9 – 12 daily

WHERE: St John Fisher Hall and grounds

Your child will set sail on an island adventure in search of the world’s greatest treasure that is worth more than gold! Feel the ocean breeze, hear the island music, taste tropical fruits, play island games and create colorful crafts. X will mark the spot for Vacation Bible camp as they go on a hunt, walk the plank, fish for sunken treasure and discover God’s love! Cost: $50 per child (space is limited)

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Online Giving

UPDATE: Our Online Giving system now is also an App for Apple and Android products! You can download it for free in the App Store, Google Play Store or go to OLGapp.com. If you are new to Online Giving, register by entering our church ID of 1239.

How To Report An Incident Of Sexual Abuse To The Archdiocese Of Hartford

Archdiocese of Hartford
Office of Safe Environment
467 Bloomfield Ave.
Bloomfield, CT 06002

If you have knowledge or suspect that a minor or vulnerable adult (an adult with an intellectual disability) has been sexually abused, in any manner, by personnel of the Archdiocese of Hartford, you are urged to report this information to:

Kathleen D. Nowosadko
Victim Assistance Coordinator
860-541-6475
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Downloads

1. Sponsor Certificate
2. Faith Formation Registration form
3. New Parishoner Registration form

Special Intention Mass Cards

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Please remember to schedule Masses you would like intended for deceased loved ones, for specific times, as soon as possible. Mass cards are also available for Masses that are not for the deceased - they are for Masses that will be

Sponsor Certificates, Marriages & Baptisms

Sponsor Certificates: A sponsor certificate for Baptism or Confirmation will be provided to current, active parishioners who have been registered with St. John Fisher for a minimum of six months. A Form may be downloaded (click here) or picked up at the parish office, and all applicants must meet with Father to have form signed and sealed after Mass or by appointment.

The Hospital Doesn't Tell Us You're There!

Because of HIPAA regulations, pastors and deacons are not given access to information about parishioners who are in the hospital. Please be sure to contact the parish office if you would like Father Sas, Deacon John, or a Eucharistic Minister to visit you or a loved one