30 Jones Hollow Road, Marlborough, CT 06447
30 Jones Hollow Road,
Marlborough, Connecticut 06447-1141
Pastor, Fr. Thomas J. Sas
(860) 295-0067
Deacon Emeritus John W. McKaig
(860) 918-4084
Pastoral Assistant
Holly Bangham,(860) 295-0001
Director of Religious Education
Theresa Brysgel This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Director of Music Ministry
Janice Reska
Adult Faith Formation
Youth Ministry Confirmation
Jennifer O'Neill
Vigil Mass ~ Saturday, 4:00PM
Sunday Mass ~ 8:30AM and 10:30AM
Daily Mass; Mon-Thur ~ 8:30AM
Father Sas kindly encourages the continued wearing of a face mask.
✝︎ HOLY DAY MASS SCHEDULE
Thursday, May 26th is The Ascension of the Lord.
Mass time will be 8:30 AM and 7:00 PM
Monday - Thursday: 8:30am to 1:30pm
New Parishioner Registration Form
PLEASE NOTE: The church doors are locked when the Parish Office is closed. Please be sure to make arrangements during office hours for access to the church.
For Sponsor Certificates, Baptism or Marriage, Click Download Sponsor Certificates or call 860-295-0001.
On Sunday, June 12, we will be celebrating the 45th Anniversary of Deacon John’s ordination to the Deaconate. We ask that you help us celebrate as a community at the 10:30 Mass with a reception following. We are asking that anyone with a photo with Deacon John or a memory to share please send it to Holly in the office at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
We will collect sandwiches on Thursday, May 26
We will gather in the kitchen to make sandwiches as a community this month. We ask that you meet in the hall at 7:00 pm. We invite you to bring sandwich meat, cheese and bread to add to our supply. If you would like participate but cannot join us, you can make sandwiches at home and drop them off at the church during regular church office hours or from 7:00 p.m.27:30 p.m.
Thank you for your support!
Next weekend, we are taking up the collection for the Catholic Communications Campaign (CCC). Your support helps the CCC connect people to Christ, in the United States and around the world, through the internet, televisionj, radio, and print media. Half the funds we collect remainm here in the Archdocese of Hartford to support local effortw. Be a part of this campaign to spread the Gospel message. Support the collection today! To learn more, visit https://www.usccb.org/ccc
St John Fisher parish would like to congratulate all of the children who celebrated First Holy Communion on Saturday May 14th. Also, a huge thanks to our wonderful catechist, Melissa. Melissa, along with her daughters, Aubree and Grace, did a fantastic job preparing the children.
Congratulations to : Logan, Emily, Aria, Connor, Joey, Delaney, Joey, Seamus, Gabriela, Anthony, Shelby, Sena, Brantley, Avery, Peyton, Myla, Lilliana, Martin, Spencer, Aaron
Celebrated 40 days after Easter, the Ascension of the Lord marks Jesus entry into heaven. Just as the disciples were given the charge to go out and proclaim the good news of the gospels, We too are called to spread Christ’s light.
“You are witnesses of these things and behold I am sending the promise of my Father upon you.” Luke 24:48-49a
This week try to find some time to reflect upon how you are called to be a witness to your faith.
We want to acknowledge and celebrate all our graduates this spring. Please email the names of the parishioners who are graduating from high school or college. Please be sure to email Jen O’Neill at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Feel free to include the name of the school and the degree earned, if applicable.
Birthright will collect baby bottles filled with coins, cash, or check after Masses on the weekend of June 1 & 2. If you use the insert inside the bottle to make a donation in honor or in memory of a loved one, Birthright will send an acknowledgement card of your gift of life. This is an opportunity for our church families to have hands-on involvement in a project that saves the lives of unborn children and makes a lasting difference in the mothers’ lives.
Thank you for any help you can give
Lord God, Almighty Father, creator of mankind and author of peace, on this Armed Forces Day, we are ever mindful of the cost paid for the liberty we possess. We ask you to bless the members of our armed forces. Give them courage, hope and strength. May they ever experience your firm support, gentle love and compassionate healing. Be their power and protector, leading them from darkness to light. To you be all glory, honor and praise, now and forever. Amen.
Mark your calendar now! All high school and college aged parishioners are invited to start the summer with their friends at our annual teen cookout on Friday, June 3rd at 6:00pm. Come enjoy games, friends and food as we gather once again as a community.
Spring has sprung, and we'd like to freshen up the rectory for Fr. Sas. If you have experience stripping wallpaper and painting, and can invest a morning or two, we'd love to have your help. We are planning to remove the wallpaper in the living room, hallway and kitchen and then repaint those areas. If you are willing to pitch in, please call and leave a message with Holly at the Parish office at 860-295-0001
Thanks so much!
4th Sunday of Easter C22
One of the most touching scenes in the Gospel is from John’s Gospel after the resurrection. Mary is at the tomb weeping and turns around to see Jesus standing there but mistakenly took him to be the gardener. It was only Jesus said her name, “Mary” that she heard and recognized him.
When I had my stroke, I spent about a 10 days in the hospital. I went back to St. Ann rectory with my parents to get my belongings which included Mitten who didn’t move as I entered the room. I whispered her name, “Mitten”; her ears perked up; her tail started wagging; and then she ran to me.
Good and gracious God, You call each person by name and invite them to follow you.
On this World Day of Prayer for Vocations, may each person hear and respond to the call they have received.
We pray for all discerning marriage, the chaste single life, consecrated life, or ordained ministries, that your Holy Spirit would guide, inspire, and strengthen them. May your Church and the world be enriched by the “yes” of your children.
Amen
Pray The Holy Rosary ~ Fridays ~ 8:30AM
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Heavenly Father,
We thank you for mom. You created such a precious identity and role for a woman who raises children. We thank you for the ways mom takes care of us, how mom teaches us, and how mom sacrifices so much for her family. We give thanks for the faith and spirituality that mom passes on to the next generation, and that mom takes seriously the biblical instruction to train a child up in the ways of the Lord. Mom works so hard in and out of the home to provide for the many physical, emotional, and spiritual needs for her family, and we thank you, Lord, for the passion and heart mom has to work hard and glorify you. We are grateful for how you strengthen, equip, and empower mom to be the hands and feet of Jesus in her home and community. We thank you for the countless ways she blesses us and takes care of us. Thank you, Lord, for blessing our family with a mom who shows what it means to put others before herself.
Amen!
A very big and grateful Thank You to all the very generous parishioners who donated to the St. John Fisher Community Garden this past weekend. I am truly bowled over by the overwhelming response and the garden is now in great shape for quite a few seasons to come!! Please remember there will be weekly work times at the garden on Mondays at 5:00 p.m. All are welcome to join in. No gardening experience is needed, and you are not committed to weekly work times. Thank you again.
Sincerely, Peg Filloramo and the small but mighty volunteer team at S.J.F.C.G
Chris Warchut wants to thank everyone who helped with shopping, prep and cooking for the spaghetti dinner. Our “cooks” included Cathy and Jim Castellani, Barbara and Mike Gaudette, Sue Hurley and Tony Warchut. Also, thank you to all the people who baked desserts for us. And, of course, thanks to everyone who attended and supported this event.
Our current Faith Formation Coordinator, Theresa Brysgel will be leaving the position at the end of this academic year. Theresa has expertly led this program focused on the children and families of 1st grade through 8th grade for 5 years. Theresa was instrumental in offering faithbased growth and learning opportunities amidst the Covid challenges which required her to find new, creative and embracing ways to minister to children and families. Theresa will be missed in this position but we are lucky that she will continue her positive impact and leadership in other areas within our parish.
We are currently interviewing for this open position which will continue to lead the faith formation focus for children and families. The position has an average of 1620 hours a week and we are looking for candidates who possess a MA in Education or Theology and/or other related disciplines. A pastoral approach to working with children and families is required as well as a positive, faithfilled and team oriented approach to leadership and supervision of instructors and volunteers.
The St. John Fisher Knights of Columbus will honor two worthy graduating high school seniors with a scholarship of $500 each in recognition of service to our community and practice of their Catholic faith in daily life. Applications will be taken through May 31st 2022 and the scholarship will be awarded in May.
Eligibility, instructions and the application form are available HERE on the St. John Fisher website. Any questions can be addressed to the following e-mail address:: KofC@stjfchurch.org.
Please mark your calendars: Our monthly Food Drive is the 2nd full weekend of every month.
Suggested Donations: Baking goods such as cake mix, brownie mix, pancake mix, frosting, bread mix, etc. Please ensure that the "Best By" dates have not been exceeded as the Food
Bank will need to dispose of them if they have. The Food Bank does not distribute over the counter medicines for either adults or children so we cannot accept donations of these items.
For the Home Goods Room: used items in good condition such as pots and pans, towels, pillowcases, sheets (especially queen), lamps and new bed pillows.
YOUR DONATIONS ARE GREATLY APPRECIATED!
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| Upset? | John 14 |
| Weak? | Psalm 18:1-29 |
| Lonely? | Psalm 23 |
| Sinned? | Psalm 51 |
| Worried? | Matthew 8:19-31 |
| Anxious? | Phillippians 4:4-9 |
| Unhappy? | Colossians 3:12-17 |
| In Danger? | Psalm 91 |
| Depressed? | Psalm 27 |
| Lack of Faith? | Exodus 14 |
| Others Unkind? | John 15 |
| Need Courage? | Joshua 1 |
| Need Direction? | Psalm 73:21-26 |
| Seeking Peace? | Matthew 11:25-30 |
Prayer Line
Send your prayer requests to stjohnfisher30@yahoo.com or call the parish office @ 295-0001.
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Archdiocese of Hartford
Office of Safe Environment
467 Bloomfield Ave.
Bloomfield, CT 06002
If you have knowledge or suspect that a minor or vulnerable adult (an adult with an intellectual disability) has been sexually abused, in any manner, by personnel of the Archdiocese of Hartford, you are urged to report this information to:
Kathleen D. Nowosadko
Victim Assistance Coordinator
860-541-6475
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Please remember to schedule Masses you would like intended for deceased loved ones, for specific times, as soon as possible. Mass cards are also available for Masses that are not for the deceased - they are for Masses that will be offered for a special intention, such as birthdays, wedding anniversaries, dealing with illiness, requests for healing, or any special needs. Please feel free to e-mail, call, or stop by the Parish Office with your request.
Sponsor Certificates: A sponsor certificate for Baptism or Confirmation will be provided to current, active parishioners who have been registered with St. John Fisher for a minimum of six months. A Form may be downloaded (click here) or picked up at the parish office, and all applicants must meet with Father to have form signed and sealed after Mass or by appointment.
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Because of HIPAA regulations, pastors and deacons are not given access to information about parishioners who are in the hospital. Please be sure to contact the parish office if you would like Father Sas, Deacon John, or a Eucharistic Minister to visit you or a loved one who is hospitalized.
Please include the patient's given name, hospital name, and dates of anticipated stay. In case of an emergency, please call Father Sas or Deacon John using the numbers on the front cover of the bulletin. Our pastoral staff is also happy to visit those who are homebound.
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