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To our RCIA Candidates


Sunday, March 31

Easter Sunday

Gospel Jn 20:109

On the first day of the week, Mary of Magdala came to the tomb early in the morning, while it was still dark, and saw the stone removed from the tomb. So she ran and went to Simon Peter and to the other disciple whom Jesus loved, and told them, “They have taken the Lord from the tomb, and we don’t know where they put him.” 


So Peter and the other disciple went out and came to the tomb. They both ran, but the other disciple ran faster than Peter and arrived at the tomb first; he bent down and saw the burial cloths there, but did not go in. When Simon Peter arrived after him, he went into the tomb and saw the burial cloths there, and the cloth that had covered his head, not with the burial cloths but rolled up in a separate place. 


Then the other disciple also went in, the one who had arrived at the tomb first, and he saw and believed. For they did not yet understand the Scripture that he had to rise from the dead.



Confirmation Retreat

Series Meeting


The Religious Education program kicked off our second Parent and Student meeting on February 7th. Our guest speaker was Fr. Paul Holland.



Thank you to all who came and contributed to a great conversation with the Students and Families. Looking forward to seeing everyone at our next Series meeting on April 10th.



Register now for the 2023-2024 Choir Season


Our Youth Choir is open to children in grades 3 thru 8. The program develops musical skills such as part-singing and vocal development, with an emphasis on learning the traditional music of the church. The Youth Choir sings at the 9:00 Mass every Sunday. Rehearsals are on Thursdays from 6:00 to 7:00pm.


Our Cherub Choir is for children ages 4-7. The program introduces music fundamentals and singing. The Cherubs sing twice a month at the 9:00 Mass. Rehearsals are on Thursdays from 5:30 to 6:00pm. (Children must be accompanied by a parent at rehearsals.)


Both the Cherub and Youth choirs will perform at our annual Christmas concert. Children are welcome to join at any time!


Our Adult Choir is open to high school students as well as adults. Rehearsals are on Thursdays from 7:30 to 9:30pm.


All are welcome to join us!

Register online or email Marjorie Donalds

Registration forms also available in the parish center office


Walking With Purpose is a women’s Bible study that provides a nurturing environment for

women to explore the Bible and apply God’s Word and teachings to our lives. There is

something for everyone, no matter where you are in your faith journey.

For more info, contact Jan Jepsen Montana at jmjllc2010@optonline.net

Click here for more info on upcoming sessions.

Click here to register


Congratulations!


Kristin and Robert Chmiel receive the 2023 St. Augustine Medal of Service from Bishop Caggiano.


Msgr. Laurence R. Bronkiewicz


Homily for 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Life experiences can strengthen our faith in God. A good number of years ago I was flying home from Chicago. I got to O’Hare early and eventually boarded Delta fight 6182. My seat assignment was 7B, but a family with a number of children wanted to sit together – so I offered to sit in seat 6B, which was an aisle seat. 6A was the window seat, and that was occupied by a little boy.


When I sat down, the little boy was busy taking inventory of the contents of his big blue backpack. He then turned to me and in a matter-of-fact fashion said, “You probably don’t’ know this, but this is my first trip by myself.” He was all smiles. I put my book down and said, “You mean your parents are not with you?” “No, they’re not” he said. He then explained that his mom had brought him to the airport for the flight and made sure he got on the plane. 


It turns out that my seat companion, Alexander, was 8 years old, and would start 3rd grade in the Fall. He and his Mom and Dad and little sister live on a farm in Indiana. I should also tell you that Alexander’s final destination was not New York. It was Milan, Italy, where his maternal grandparents live. His Mom is Italian, and she was sending him to spend the summer with her family. Alexander spoke fluent Italian. 


To continue reading Monsignor's homily, please click here


Msgr. Laurence R. Bronkiewicz


50th Ordination Anniversary Homily

July in Rome can be very hot and humid. July 2, 1973, was no exception. With John and Tom who are here with me in the sanctuary, I started out from the North American College, making our way down the Gianiculum Hill, then taking a sharp left at the bottom onto a short street named after the Holy Spirit. Yes, we were on our way to the Basilica of St. Peter - that extraordinary church created by the genius of Bernini, Bramante, and Michelangelo among others. On that sultry July morning 16 members of our Class of 1973 gathered to be ordained priests of Jesus Christ by Bishop James Hickey, Rector of the North American College. This evening, almost 50 years later to the day, at the gracious invitation of my good friend, Fr. Michael Jones, we gather here in St. Mary Church, Greenwich, to celebrate 5 decades of my service as a priest of the Diocese of Bridgeport. In addition to all of you, I am so pleased that two close friends and classmates who walked to the Basilica with me that morning have joined us.

To continue reading Monsignor's homily, please click here


Congratulations to our Communion and Confirmation Classes!



Our Pre-Communion Class!!




Are you tired of using old-fashioned envelopes? Would you like to make sure your weekly donation helps your parish even if you're away?

We can now accept donations through your Credit or Debit Card! You can also donate electronically from your checking or savings account!

Easy online account setup!

For FAQs about Online Giving, click here.

For more details, click here.


Kilian Welcomes You to Saint Mary!!!


Children at Mass


Children in Mass are gifts, not distractions!

But if a young child does become disruptive, which is natural, please be respectful of other parishioners and remove the child from church and feel free to return once it is appropriate. Please do not let young children wander from the pew or run up and down aisles or through the Mary chapel alcove. Also, if late for Mass, please do not proceed to the front of the church but instead occupy a pew closer to the rear.

Consideration of others and reverence help to maintain a prayerful atmosphere for all.


Family Movie Nights


To help families spend time together and share common experiences, The Leadership Institute provides recommendations for Family Movie Night.

Each week, a new movie recommendation and explanation is available for your consideration.

Enjoy the show! Click movies.


Pray Every Day: Let Us Help


Celebrating 16 Million Prayers and Counting

Join the movement! Simply text the word PRAY from your smartphone to 55778.

You will automatically receive a response to confirm your subscription (standard texting rates apply).

Each day around 3pm, you will receive a text from Bishop Caggiano inviting you to stop whatever you are doing and to pray for a specific intention.

All prayers end with an invitation to recite one Hail Mary. Learn more.


Take Time To Listen


Four Catholic young adults, seeking God in the midst of this crazy, mixed-up world have come together to share their stories of faith. Take a few moments to listen to Restless, a new podcast created right here in the Diocese of Bridgeport. Listen as the young people discuss life, relationships, and work through the lens of our Catholic Faith. Listen now.


Sign Up For "On The Same Page"


Get tips for living our faith at home, suggestions, and reminders for upcoming liturgical feasts, holidays, and holy days, as well as ideas for connecting the life of the parish and/or school with the busy home life of our families. Click here to sign up.


Family Bible Challenge


Season sixteen launched on May 14, 2023!


The Family Bible Challenge continues to expand. We welcome the faithful of the Archdiocese of New York, Brooklyn, Dallas, Orange, Newark, Rochester, St. Augustine, and Springfield-Cape Girardeau to our adventure and hope you enjoy the weekly reflections and quizzes. Click here




Revised Liturgical Norms


 When the liturgical reforms of the second Vatican council were promulgated, the lives of many of the faithful were disrupted because they were neither informed nor prepared for the changes to come. As we look forward to the promulgation of our own revised liturgical norms, Bishop Caggiano is committed to avoiding that same mistake.

The Revised Liturgical Norms for the Diocese of Bridgeport will be promulgated on the first Sunday of Advent, December 2, 2018. Between now and then, we will embark on a comprehensive catechetical and communication strategy so that when the norms are made public, there is a more complete understanding of what we aim to do, namely, raise awareness of and commitment to a celebration of the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass that is both faithful and universal.

In the video here, Bishop Caggiano outlines the timeline for catechesis, makes the case for why we are revising the norms, and invites everyone to participate in this process.


Available Resources:

  • Article One: "What is Liturgy?" click here
  • Article Two: "The Role of the Laity in Liturgy" click here
  • Article Three: "Music in the Sacred Liturgy" click here
  • Article Four: "The Role of the Altar Server" click here
  • Article Five: "The Role of the Reader at Mass" click here
  • Article Six: "The Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion" click here

Our Youth Choir

 Mysteries of the Rosary

 Sing Hodie, Noel!


Devotions


Most Catholics know that May is the Month of Mary and October is dedicated to the Rosary. Many do not realize that the Church proposes different devotions for each month in order to assist us in our spiritual lives. Below you will find listed the devotion suggested for all 12 months.

  • January - The Holy Name and Childhood of Jesus
  • February- The Holy Family
  • March- St. Joseph
  • April- The Blessed Sacrament
  • May- Mary
  • June- Sacred Heart of Jesus
  • July - The Precious Blood
  • August- Immaculate Heart of Mary
  • September- Seven Dolours (Sorrows) of Mary
  • October - The Holy Rosary
  • November- Poor Souls in Purgatory
  • December- The Immaculate Conception




Mass Times


Daily Mass Schedule 

Monday - Friday 12:05 PM

Church doors will open

from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM


Weekend Mass Schedule

Saturday Vigils: 4:00 PM

and 7:00 PM (Spanish)

Sunday: 9:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 12:15 PM, 5:15 PM

Office Hours

Monday-Friday

9:00-3:00 PM


Confessions

Saturday 3:00-3:45 PM

Spanish 6:00-6:45 PM

Baptisms

Sunday 1:30 PM


Adoration

Fridays 10:00 AM-4:00 PM

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