Adult Faith Formation Program for Lent
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, 2026-03-31 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | 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

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

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.

Discerning Hearts
2026-03-26 18:30 - 20:00, 2026-04-23 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.

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

The Passover Seder and the Last Supper: An Immersive Experience Exploring the Jewish Roots of the Holy Eucharist
2026-04-01 18:30 | St. Mary Church, Derby, 212 Elizabeth Street, Derby, CT, 06418, United States
*Please note—Pre-registration is required for this event so that the proper amount of food and drink can be prepared. Please call the office (203-735-3341) to register by Thursday, March 26. A suggested offering of $10 can be brought to the event.

Designer Bag Bingo
2026-04-10 19:00 | St. Mary Church, Derby, 212 Elizabeth Street, Derby, CT, 06418, United States
Looking for an exciting way to spend your Friday night? Join us for Bingo in the Church Hall and experience the thrill of winning designer bags like Michael Kors, Coach, Kate Spade and more all while having a blast with friends and family! $45/Ticket includes: 10 Game Cards and 1 door prize raffle ticket. Daubers provided. Additional game cards, door prize, and raffles tickets will be available for purchase. BYOB and snacks. Registration is required- Call/text Kathy Slowik at (203) 736-3539.

Coffee and Author Presentation: The History of St. Michael Church
2026-04-26 10:45 | St. Michael Church of Blessed Michael McGivney Parish, 29 Wooster Place, New Haven, CT, United States
