Saint John

This Week's Mass Schedule

Saturday, 4 p.m. Mass commemorating John Deegan's 40th Anniv. Sunday, English Mass at 9 a.m. and Spanish Mass at 11 a.m. Weekday Masses at 5 p.m. every Monday to Thursday. Adoration on Thursday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. with Holy Hour from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Bilingual Stations of the Cross on Friday at 6 p.m.

Upcoming Events and Activities

Future Masses include services on Feb. 28 at 4 p.m. and Mar. 01 at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. The Parish offers various Lenten activities such as bilingual Stations of the Cross on Fridays at 6 p.m., spiritual exercises on March 7 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., and formation classes starting Feb. 23 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Lenten Reflections and Challenges

Encouragement to participate in Lenten practices of fasting, prayer, and almsgiving. Reflect on the Gospel's message on Jesus' preparation and temptations in the desert. Consider fasting beyond food and aim for spiritual discipline. Explore various ways to deepen your Lenten journey.

Heart for Hinka Annual Fundraiser Dinner

Support the Hinka's Food Pantry fundraiser on Saturday, March 14, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Tickets on sale at the parish office. Enjoy a night of hot dogs, salad, desserts, and beverages. Raffles, door prizes, and donations welcome to aid those in need.

Liturgical Schedule

Weekend Masses: Sat 5:00 p.m., Sun 8:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Weekday Services: Mon 8:00 a.m., Tue 8:00 a.m., Fri 12:10 p.m. Holy Hour Benediction: First Fri after 12:10 Mass. Mass For The Blessed Mother: First Sat monthly at 9:00 a.m. Baptisms: Call Faith Formation Office for arrangements. Reconciliation: Sat 4:00 - 4:45 p.m.

Mass For The Blessed Mother

Held on the first Saturday of every month at 9:00 a.m.

Bereavement Support Group Meeting

Join the Bereavement Support Group on Tue, Feb 24th at 2 pm in the Rosary Room if you are grieving the loss of a loved one.

Lenten Disciplines and Activities

Join for Lenten Disciplines of Fasting & Abstinence: Fridays - Soup and Bread Supper at 6:00 p.m., followed by Stations of the Cross at 7:00 p.m. Also, fasting requirements for Ash Wednesday and Good Friday, abstinence from meat on Fridays in Lent.

Upcoming Mass Schedule

Join us for Holy Mass on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 7:30 am, Wednesdays at 6:30 pm, Saturdays at 4:00 pm, and Sundays at 8:30 am (Polish) & 10:30 am. Confessions are available on Saturdays at 3:15 pm or by appointment. Anointing of the Sick and Baptism are by appointment, while wedding arrangements must be made six months in advance.

Special Mass Intentions

Consider offering a Mass for loved ones, either living or deceased. Strengthen your faith and pray for special intentions by arranging a Mass through our church office at 860-347-2365. This tradition brings comfort and hope to all involved.

Easter Remembrance Masses

Remember your loved ones, both living and deceased, at the Easter Vigil Mass and Easter Sunday Masses. Special envelopes have been sent for this purpose, and additional envelopes are available in the church foyer.

Welcome Visitors

A warm welcome is extended to all visitors at our church. If you are new, please introduce yourself to Father Richard and call the rectory office to register. We hope you find our community a place to nourish your faith.

A Season of Conversion ✨ Tiempo de conversión

🇺🇸 Today we begin our 40-day Lenten journey 🙏 “You are dust…” — let’s return to Him with all our hearts 🤎 🇲🇽 Hoy iniciamos los 40 días de Cuaresma ✨ “Polvo eres…” — volvamos a Él con todo el corazón 🤎

🇺🇸 Walk with Jesus this Lent and dive into reflections, prayers, and daily inspiration. Don’t forget to visit the Media section for more 🙏✨ 🇲🇽 Camina con Jesús en esta Cuaresma y descubre reflexiones, oraciones e inspiración diaria. No olvides visitar la sección de Media para más 🙏✨

Mass Schedule for the Week

Saturday/Sábado Feb. 14, 4 p.m. Mass Sunday/Domingo Feb. 15, 9:00 a.m. English Mass, 11:00 a.m. Misa en Español.

Upcoming Lenten Events

Bilingual Stations of the Cross: Every Friday of Lent at 6 pm, starting February 20. Lenten Challenge: Practice honest, peaceful speech this week.

Food Pantry Information

Hinka's Food Pantry: Serving comfort foods to clients during winter. Next pantry date: 2/26/2026.

Operation Rice Bowl for Lent

Participate in CRS Rice Bowl to help families in Ghana, Guatemala, and Timor-Leste. Pick up your rice bowl on 2/15/26.

Weekend Mass Schedule

Join us for Weekend Mass at Saint Mary Church: Saturdays at 5:00 p.m. and Sundays at 8:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.

Weekday Services

Weekday Masses are held on Monday and Tuesday at 8:00 a.m., and on Friday at 12:10 p.m.

Monthly Special Masses

Attend the Holy Hour Benediction on the first Friday of every month following the 12:10 Mass, and Mass for the Blessed Mother on the first Saturday monthly at 9:00 a.m.

Special Services

Baptisms are available by appointment. Blessings of Marriages are conducted during Masses on the first weekend of every month at Saint Mary Church.

Confession & Reconciliation

Confession is available on Saturdays from 4:00-4:45 p.m. For other arrangements, please contact Fr. John.

Mass Schedule

Monday, Thursday, & Friday at 7:30 am. Wednesday at 6:30 pm. Saturday Vigil at 4:00 pm. Sunday at 8:30 am (Polish) & 10:30 am.

Confessions

Confessions available at 3:15 pm on Saturdays or by appointment.