St. John Fisher Roman Catholic Church

Summer Office Hours

Hours for the parish office will vary during the summer. Please call first (860.295.0001) if you are planning to stop by.

Any messages left on the answering system will be checked regularly. Thank you!

Going away this summer?

Forget about those weekly envelopes! You can make your weekly contributions through Online Giving. See the link in the right column on this page. Our church ID is 1239.

Thank you for your generosity to the Catholic Communication Campaign (CCC). Your support helps the CCC spread the Gospel message and connect millions of people with Christ, here in the United States and around the world. If you missed the collection it s not too late to give! Visit http://www.usccb.org/about/national-collections/index.cfm

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.

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

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!

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.

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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!

Congratulations Second Graders

Congratulations to all of our second graders who made their First Holy Communion on Saturday May 4th.

We are so proud of you!

All parishioners are invited to join us in the St. John Fisher Church Hall at a special reception to honor them after the 10:30Mass and May Crowing Ceremony.

St. Vincent de Paul Sunday Night ~ Thank You

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Thank you to all who donated their time and energy to make the St. Vincent de Paul Sunday Night Supper on April 28th a big success! Also, thank you to those who help with monetary donations. The many patrons we served were greatly appreciative.

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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Faith Connections

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