O Come, Let Us Adore Him, #3: Bethlehem
In today's 'Advent with the Almighty,' we journey to Bethlehem with Mary and Joseph and learn about the beautiful symbolism contained within the very name of that city where the Messiah was born.
O Come, Let Us Adore Him, #2: Mary
On today's episode of 'Advent with the Almighty,' we focus on Mary as tabernacle, the perfect vessel to hold our Savior safely and securely within her body.
Knights Greet Cathedral Guests with Parking and Hospitality
A member of the Knights of Columbus greets Coadjutor Archbishop Christopher J. Coyne as he steps off a bus in front of the Cathedral of St. Joseph in Hartford on the day of his Welcome Mass in October. Story and Photos by Shelley Wolf Parking isn’t easy to find in Hartford, especially [...]
O Come, Let Us Adore Him, #1: Introduction
In the inaugural episode of this year's 'Advent with the Almighty,' Fr. Matt introduces us to our Advent theme focused on the miraculous gift of Jesus in the Eucharist.
Advent with the Almighty: O Come Let Us Adore Him
We are proud to offer a fifth installment of 'Advent with the Almighty' which this year will guide your Advent journey with a focus on the gift of Jesus' true presence in the Eucharist. As we prepare our hearts and minds for the celebration of Christ's birth, we hope that you will join [...]
Young Catholic Moms’ Group Offers Cherished Friends, Helpful Advice
Members of the St. Francis Young Mothers’ Group, which meets weekly for coffee, the rosary and chat in New Britain, are happy to welcome new families. Story and Photos by Shelley Wolf In an old brick school behind St. Francis Church in New Britain, young Catholic mothers from throughout the Greater Hartford [...]
St. Clare Food Pantry Makes Thanksgiving Meals Possible for Families in Need
Volunteers from St. Clare Food Pantry, a ministry of St. Paul Parish in Kensington, unload boxes of donated food for its Thanksgiving meal handout in early November at Sacred Heart Church in East Berlin. Story and Photos by Shelley Wolf More than 180 families have been blessed with all the fixings for [...]
Franciscan Christmas Fair This Saturday Begins the Countdown to Christmas
For thousands of people, the Franciscan Christmas Fair in Meriden has become a time-honored tradition that signals the start of the Christmas season. The 32nd fair will be held this Saturday, Nov. 18, on the campus of the Franciscan Life Center. While chestnuts are roasting on an open fire, visitors can experience the sights, [...]
Q&A: Who Is Your Favorite Saint and Why?
With her service to the poorest of the poor, St. Teresa of Calcutta continues to inspire many Catholics to show love and respect to every person. (PHOTO BY AARON JOSEPH) Story by Shelley Wolf With All Saints Day kicking off the month, November is a good time to turn to the saints. To [...]
New Formation House in Baltimore Named for Blessed McGivney
Blessed Michael J. McGivney, in an undated photo. Story by Karen A. Avitabile Walk in Blessed Michael J. McGivney’s journey to the priesthood of his alma mater, the nation’s first Roman Catholic seminary in Baltimore, Md., where his namesake will soon grace a new discernment program. Waterbury native Blessed Michael J. McGivney [...]