St. John Fisher Roman Catholic Church

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Covid Issues: Message from Archbishop Blair

"Even in the absence of a civil requirement, masks should be worn by all and social distancing should be maintained appropriately, including in the communion line."

"For now, it would be best to refrain from unnecessary circulation in church, from processions and from greeting people before and after Mass."

"With regard to music, it would be best to keep it at a minimum or reserved only for a cantor/organist. If more than one is singing, they should be at least 5 feet apart and 12 feet apart from the priest and others." I take it from this restriction that will be NO CONGREGATIONAL SINGING FOR NOW.

The Archbishop also regrets the burden of these restrictions."Charity, however, as well as the duty to take reasonable care of our physical health and to protect that of others, requires measures commensurate with the seriousness of the threat that is posed. I am grateful for your cooperation. I pray daily for your good health and that of the people.

Sincerely yours in Christ,
Most Reverend Leonard P Blair
Archbishop of Hartford"

The ABCs of Annulment

Saturday, January 22 , at 10 AM to Noon in the Church Hall of St Margaret Church, 24 Academy Street, Madison. The “ABCs of Annulment” event is open to all at no cost. Participants will receive a folder with the required printed materials. No registration is required. For further information, call Br. Larry at 475-221-8464 or email him at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Impacting Lives with Christmas Giving

Many thanks for your generosity and care that made STJF's Christmas Giving program such a success and how do we measure success? We measure success by what it adds to the lives of others for ImmaCare: warm gloves, socks, thermal wear and undergarments to protect from the cold and new shower curtains for bathrooms; for Marlborough Healthcare: bright calendars to welcome each new day and month, stationery to connect with loved ones, puzzles to gather together and warm sweaters and throws to experience the embrace of care; for Sacred Sweats: sweat suits to start off a new life free of incarceration; and for A Hand Up: pillows to provide rest in newly established and furnished housing. With gratitude for touching the lives of others and for spreading the gift of Christmas giving to last throughout the new year ahead!

ST. JOHN FISHER CHURCH CELEBRATES 45 YEARS

We celebrate the 45th anniversary of the dedication of St. John Fisher Church on February 15, 2021. Like the town of Marlborough itself, the parish was carved out of already existing communities. By the early 1970s, Marlborough’s growing Catholic population was worshipping in several nearby towns, including East Hampton, Colchester and Glastonbury.

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Upset?	John 14
Weak?	Psalm 18:1-29
Lonely?	Psalm 23
Sinned?	Psalm 51
Worried?	Matthew 8:19-31
Anxious?	Phillippians 4:4-9
Unhappy?	Colossians 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

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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 CLICK HERE. 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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Special Intention Mass Cards

Mass Card A Healing Prayer

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 offered for a special intention, such as birthdays, wedding anniversaries, dealing with illiness, requests for healing, or any special needs. Please feel free to e-mail, call, or stop by the Parish Office with your request.

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 who is hospitalized.

Please include the patient's given name, hospital name, and dates of anticipated stay. In case of an emergency, please call Father Sas or Deacon John using the numbers on the front cover of the bulletin. Our pastoral staff is also happy to visit those who are homebound.