Mass of Healing
2026-02-06 18:00 (America/New_York) | St. Peter Church, 99 East Main St, Torrington, CT, 06790
Experience the Power of Healing

at St. John Paul the Great Parish in Torrington

In these challenging times, many of us carry burdens – be it physical ailments like cancer and kidney disease, emotional struggles like depression, anxiety, PTSD and grief, or spiritual battles.

YOU’RE NOT ALONE. Reconnect, find solace, and embrace the healing powers of our divine physician, Jesus Christ.

A special Healing Mass and anointing of the sick will be celebrated:

Friday, February 6 at 6:00 pm

St. Peter Church

99 East Main St., Torrington

Our celebrant and homilist will be Father Emmanuel Ihemedu, pastor of St. John Paul the Great Parish.

We can’t wait to see you there!

Archbishop's Annual Appeal Beer Tasting & Cocktail Reception
2026-02-06 18:00 - 21:00 | Aqua Turf Club, 556 Mulberry St, Plantsville, CT
Enjoy a casual setting with Archbishop Coyne while sampling local beers served with hot and cold hors d’oeuvres.
21+ / Registration required: https://www.aohforms.com/beertasting.html

Postponed - Wedding Anniversary Mass
2026-02-07 16:00 - 17:00 | Cathedral of Saint Joseph, 140 Farmington Avenue, Hartford, CT, 06105
This event has been postponed – due to inclement weather – until Saturday, February 28, 2026
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Office of Faith Formation & Parish Life.
Snow Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026.
Register for the Wedding Anniversary Mass

Holy Hour to End Human Trafficking
2026-02-09 19:00 | St. Bridget of Sweden Church, 175 Main Street, Cheshire, CT, 06410-2446
Around the world, an estimated 27.6 million people (women, children and men) are exploited for labor, services and commercial sex. What is our response to this crime against humanity? Let us go to Christ, present in the Eucharist, who is the source of our hope and strength, and pray together. The Human Trafficking Task Force of the Archdiocese of Hartford invites you to join us for a Eucharistic Holy Hour to pray for an end to human trafficking. After the service, meet members of the Task Force to learn how you can get involved in this important work.

Sacred Sounds Concert Series: At the Foot of the Cross
2026-02-20 19:00 | Cathedral of Saint Joseph, 140 Farmington Avenue, Hartford, CT, 06105
The Cathedral of St. Joseph presents At the Foot of the Cross, a moving Lenten choral meditation offered on the First Friday of Lent. This annual tradition at the mother church of the Archdiocese of Hartford invites the faithful to begin the Lenten season with prayer, beauty, and reflection through sacred choral music.
The program is anchored by Josef Gabriel Rheinberger’s deeply reverent Stabat Mater, a profound musical meditation on Mary’s sorrow at the Crucifixion. Surrounding this centerpiece are timeless works of penitence and hope by Allegri, Palestrina, Purcell, Byrd, and Duruflé, tracing a spiritual arc from supplication to charity and peace.
The Schola Cantorum of the Cathedral of St. Joseph is conducted by Dr. Gabriel Löfvall, Director of Music, with the Soli Deo Gloria Chamber Ensemble, Cathedral Organist Jacob Dowgewicz, and soloists drawn from the Schola Cantorum. This First Friday offering invites listeners not simply to attend a concert, but to enter fully into the spirit of Lent through music that speaks directly to the heart.

Adult Faith Formation Program for Lent
2026-02-24 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-03-03 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-03-10 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-03-17 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-03-24 18:00 - 19:00 | St. John Paul the Great Academy, 360 Prospect Street, Torrington, CT, 06790
Adult Faith Formation Program for Lent
St. John Paul the Great Academy, 360 Prospect Street, Torrington

Plan now to spend time this Lent learning ways to draw closer to Jesus. A six-week Lenten adult faith formation program will be offered by St. John Paul the Great Parish in Torrington on Tuesdays, February 24 – March 31, 6:00-7:00 pm. Classes will be held at St. John Paul the Great Academy, 360 Prospect Street in Torrington.

For more information, contact Director of Faith Formation Lina Calabrese at dre@sjptgp.com.

Dates & Topics:
Feb. 24 Entering the Desert – The Call to Conversion
March 3 Prayer and Silence – Drawing Close to God
March 10 Mercy and Reconciliation – Healing the Soul
March 17 The Cross and Sacrifice – Embracing Christ’s Passion
March 24 Works of Mercy – Living Faith in Action
March 31 Resurrection Hope – Preparing for Easter Joy

Discerning Hearts
2026-02-26 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-03-26 18:30 - 20:00 | Avila House, 183 Church Street, Newington, CT
Enjoy tea with Sisters from around the Archdiocese and other women discerning consecrated life.

Wedding Anniversary Mass
2026-02-28 16:00 - 17:00 | Cathedral of Saint Joseph, 140 Farmington Avenue, Hartford, CT, 06105
Annual Wedding Anniversary Mass – Moved to the Snow Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026.
The Most Reverend Christopher J. Coyne invites all couples celebrating milestone wedding anniversaries – first anniversaries, and anniversaries in five-year increments from 5 to 60 years, and every year beyond 60 – to join us for the Annual Wedding Anniversary Mass on Saturday, February 28, 4:00 p.m. at the Cathedral of Saint Joseph, Hartford.
Couples will renew their marriage commitment and receive a special blessing from the Archbishop. All family and friends are welcome to attend; guests do not need to register. A professional photographer will be taking photos with the Archbishop before the Mass. More information will be emailed to participants when they register and before the Mass.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Office of Faith Formation & Parish Life.
Register for the Wedding Anniversary Mass

Power and Grace: A Guide to the Catholic Sacraments
2026-03-04 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-03-11 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-03-18 19:00 - 20:30 | St. Mary Church, Derby, 212 Elizabeth Street, Derby, CT, 06418, United States
A 4-part multi-media class that delves into the mystery of the sacraments and deepens your experience of God’s love. Please bring your bible and your questions! No reservation required.

Come and See: Retreat for Single Women Ages 18 - 35
2026-03-06 00:00 - 2026-03-08 00:00 | Hamden, CT, Hamden, CT, United States

Leadership Formed by Creation: A Scriptural Lens for Adult Learners
2026-03-14 09:30 - 14:30 | University of St. Joseph Student Chapel, 1678 Asylum Avenue, West Hartford, CT

Connecticut March for Life
2026-03-18 11:30 | CT State Capitol area, 210 Capitol Ave, Hartford, CT, 06106, United States

Rosary for Life
2026-03-18 13:00 | Church of the Incarnation, 544 Prospect St., Wethersfield, CT
On Wednesday, March 18, at 1 p.m., Christ the King Parish invites all to gather at the Church of the Incarnation, 544 Prospect St., Wethersfield, for “Rosary for Life” to support and honor all forms of life from conception to natural death.
This event takes place at the same time as the Connecticut March for Life Rally at the state capitol. “Rosary for Life” is offered as a complement to the Hartford event for those who may have difficulty attending due to weather or mobility issues.
At this moment in history, there are so many threats to the sacredness of life in our world (war, abortion, assisted suicide, lack of care and compassion for the sick and dying, etc.) We need this opportunity to pray to our Blessed Mother Mary for guidance and direction.
The Connecticut March for Life in Hartford will also be held on March 18, 2026. The rally will begin at 12 p.m. at the State Capitol in Hartford and the march will start at 1 p.m. in Bushnell Park. Please consider attending one of these events.

God as Our Loving Father: The Parable of the Prodigal Son
2026-03-18 19:00 | St. Paul Church, 467 Alling Street, Kensington, CT
Wednesday, March 18 at 7:00 pm
Lenten Reflection – God as Our Loving Father. The Parable of the Prodigal Son
St. Paul Church, 485 Alling St., Kensington CT
How do we become separated from God the Source of eternal life? And what does God provide to restore us? What does the Prodigal Son teach us about how God sees us?
[Followed by the Divine Mercy Chaplet]

St. Joseph’s Feast Day
2026-03-19 19:00 | St. Mary Church, Derby, 212 Elizabeth Street, Derby, CT, 06418, United States
Everyone is invited to a special celebration in our beautiful church on St. Joseph’s Feast Day. We start at 7pm with a Mass and Healing Prayer Service. Afterwards, we will continue in the Church Hall downstairs and enjoy coffee and zeppoli (pastry)! At 8:30 there will be a simple “Tarantella” dance lesson and a fun Italian sing-a-long! Everyone is encouraged to wear red.

God Chose You for Me: Marriage Retreat Day
2026-03-21 08:30 - 17:00 | St. Thomas Seminary Chapel and Pastoral Center, 467 Bloomfield Ave, Bloomfield, CT, 06002
The Office of Faith Formation and Parish Life invites married couples to a day retreat, “God Chose You for Me,” presented by Worldwide Marriage Encounter, focused on deepening the spirituality of Matrimony and strengthening couples’ spiritual connection through personal prayer.
Click here to download a flyer.
Click here to register. (Includes Coffee, lunch and materials.)
Email Valerie St. Jean for more information.

Bilingual Lenten Reflection
2026-03-25 17:30 | St. Mary Church, Derby, 212 Elizabeth Street, Derby, CT, 06418, United States
Everyone is invited to our Bilingual Lenten Reflection! Before the 6pm Feast of the Annunciation of the Lord Mass, we have a recitation of the Rosary at 5:30 pm. Afterwards, we are happy to have a visit from Vivian Mestey who will share her powerful testimony of how God has been working in her life. She will bring with her the blessed Image of Our Lady of Guadalupe (a copy of Mexico City Basilica’s original). There will be the opportunity for individual veneration of the Pilgrim Image.

Speed Networking & Mentoring
2026-03-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Holy Angels Campus, 585 Main Street, Meriden, CT, 06451
Young Catholic Professionals
Speed Networking and Mentoring
Don’t miss Young Catholic Professionals Central CT’s Speed Networking/Mentoring event this March! Meet inspiring professionals, connect with other young adults, and walk away with practical insight for your career and faith. Food and drink will be provided. We will be having Stations of the Cross and prayer at 7pm, and the speed networking and mentoring will start at 7:45.
Where: Holy Angels Center, 585 Main Street, Meriden, CT
When: Friday, March 27th, from 7:00pm-9pm
Who: All professionals from 21-39.
RSVP: https://ycp.glueup.com/event/speed-networking-mentoring-171567/?pk_campaign=widget-event-list

48th Annual St. Luke Parish Passion Play
2026-03-28 18:30, 2026-03-29 15:00 | St. Luke Catholic School, 133 Bristol Street, Southington, CT, 06489
Location:
St. Luke Catholic School
133 Bristol Street
Southington, CT 06489.

Free tickets are required for entry and can be reserved at stlukepassionplay.org

Description:
Join us in prayer and witness the Life, Passion, Death and Resurrection of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ through a theatrical offering of thanksgiving to God for His Glory and for the sake of the Gospel by St. Luke Parish of Southington, Connecticut. This year marks the 48th production of this long-standing tradition that brings together people from various places, walks of life, and religious expressions of Christian faith to offer a Lenten prayer to inspire and educate people of all backgrounds and ages.

Palm Sunday Breakfast and Egg Hunt
2026-03-29 11:30 | St. Mary Church, Derby, 212 Elizabeth Street, Derby, CT, 06418, United States
Free Breakfast of egg sandwiches, pastries, coffee/tea/juice after each Mass hosted by the Knights of Columbus and Egg Hunt with Raffle after the 10:30 am Mass hosted by the Ladies Guild. BYOB- Bring your own basket!

Divine Mercy Talk with Meg Bailey
2026-03-30 19:00 | St. Mary Church, Derby, 212 Elizabeth Street, Derby, CT, 06418, United States
Come and hear about the extraordinary graces Jesus has promised when we honor His Divine Mercy, especially on Divine Mercy Sunday (the Sunday after Easter). In this special PowerPoint presentation we will be introduced to the message of Divine Mercy. Following there will be adoration of the Blessed Sacrament and confession. The talk and Q&A will run approximately 1 hour.

Archdiocese of Hartford Chrism Mass
2026-03-31 11:00 | Cathedral of Saint Joseph, 140 Farmington Avenue, Hartford, CT, 06105
