Back-to-School Means Back-to-Faith Formation
Registration is Open and Waiting for You. It is hard to believe that we are already into August and the Fall decorations are already in stores along with back-to-school supplies. With back-to-school, it also means Back-to-Family Faith Formation.
We are excited to build upon the family faith formation program by providing sessions and resources to parents; proven curriculum for children to learn about and demonstrate their faith; gatherings; and service opportunities that continue to nurture and express our Catholic faith.
Special Thanks, Phil Schadtle
A huge thanks to Phil Schadtle (Mike’s brother), who donated his time and equipment last week to help us resolve a large issue with the water at the rectory. This included excavating around the well pipe and back filling. This was a much larger job than we thought. We could not have accomplished this so efficiently and quickly if it weren’t for Phil.
Thanks, again
Howard Dean Memorial Volunteer of the Year Award
Peter YorioOn July 21st, Pete Yorio was presented with the Howard Dean Memorial Volunteer of the Year Award. Mrs. Terry Concannon, the wife of the late Howard Dean, presented Pete with this award at the AHM’s 20th Annual Golf Outing. This award was in recognition of all the volunteer work he has done with AHM and for so many other individuals and entities in our community. We would also like to recognize all of Pete’s tireless volunteer contributions to St. John Fisher as a trustee, Minister of Communion, Men’s Group member, family man who does so much for our parishioners families, and so many more things he does for us.
Holy Family Retreat
When Jesus encounters the centurion in the Gospel of Matthew (8:5-13), he meets a person of deep faith and humility who knows that healing comes from God alone. The centurion proclaims: “Lord, I am not worthy that you should come under my roof, but only say the word, and my servant shall be healed.”
This man, and Jesus himself, recognize the words of Psalm 119: “Remember your word to your servant, for you have given me hope.” And the Wisdom of Solomon: “For indeed, it was not any herb or ointment that healed them, but your word alone, O God, that heals everything” (Wisdom 16:12).
Our retreat theme this year, Only Say the Word…, is based on the belief that God can – and will – heal us, and all of creation, if we have faith.
Reminder: Monthly Collection for the Food Bank
Special thanks to all who regularly gather after 8:30 am Mass on the last Thursday of the month to make sandwiches for St. Vincent DePaul. With the financial support of the Knights of Columbus, the St. John Fisher community works to care for our brothers and sisters in Christ, one sandwich at a time. If your schedule allows, please consider joining us on August 31st im- mediately following daily Mass at 8:30 am.
Confirmation Class (10th graders) ~ Save These Dates
Dedication Mass - September 17th (4:00PM)
Final Classes - September 10th (6:00PM - 8:00PM) & October 1st (6:00PM - 8:00PM)
Reconcilication Service - October 23rd (7:00PM)
Many Thanks from Journey Home
Last month, you held a collection for gently used furniture and household goods to be used to furnish the apartments of our clients moving out of homelessness and into housing. Your drive completely filled our box truck and overwhelmed us with caring! The support you and your members have given to our organization, and our clients, is incredible and so very appreciated. We at Journey Home thank you sincerely for the generosity of your community.
Knights of Columbus 2023 Scholarship Awards
Congratulation to the Zito, Magro, and Neumuth families.
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The Knights of Columbus 15734 of Saint John Fisher Church of Marlborough proudly awarded three $750 scholarships to graduating Marlborough seniors during mass on July 15th. The proud recipients are Samantha Margo, Diana Vito and Grace Neumeuth. Congratulations to everyone and best wishes in your future endeavors.
Prayer Line
If you have a loved one for whom you would like to have the St. John Fisher Community raise up in prayer, please consider contacting our prayer line by calling one of the prayer line members mentioned each week in the bulletin.
You may also email the office at
Most Reverend Christopher J. Coyne, Coadjutor Archbishop of Hartford
Pope Francis has appointed Most Reverend Christopher J. Coyne, bishop of Burlington, as Coadjutor Archbishop of Hartford.
Archbishop Leonard P. Blair is the current archbishop of Hartford, and the appointment as coadjutor archbishop confers on Bishop Coyne the right of succession for the Archdiocese of Hartford.
Archbishop Family Faith Formation Letter
Below is a link to the Archbishop letter regarding Family Faith Formation for the upcoming 2023-2024 school year. We are currently looking for volunteers to help our program as well registration is currently open to enroll in the 2023-2024 school year which will begin in September.
Any questions please reach out to Melissa Jordan at
New Deacon Assignment for St. John Fisher Parish
Deacon William J. Gilles, from Deacon of Saint Teresa of Calcutta Parish in Manchester to Deacon of Saint John Fisher Parish in Marlborough, effective July 10, 2023.
- Family Faith Formation
- Fr. Sas ~ 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time A23
- Prayer for Vocations to the Priesthood
- All Parishioners Are Welcomed
- Teen Summer Service Project
- The Summer Singers ♫♬♪
- ✝︎ Altar Servers Ministry Needs You
- Desperately Seeking Susan
- Congratulations Graduates!
- The Lector Ministry
- RCIA sessions in September.
- Greetings and Welcome at Mass
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Outreach, Service & Social Justice Opportunities
St. Vincent de Paul Sandwich Collection Thursday, September 28th
We will gather in the kitchen to make sandwiches as a community this month. Please meet following the 8:30 am Mass on Thursday, September 28th. If you cannot attend, you can make sandwiches at home and drop off at the church between 7:00—7:30 pm. Thank you for your support!
Volunteers Needed
The Social Activities Committee is looking for volunteers to help plan and organize events for our St. John Fisher family. If you are interested, please reach out to Chris Warchut at
Calling All Those Who Can Sew
How would you like to join a sewing group in creating our beautiful baptismal gowns? We will provide directions, a pattern and a creative-minded community coming together to create these gowns while praying for the child who receives it. This is such a beautiful way to participate in celebrating our youngest parishioners, along with their families, in the Sacrament of Baptism. Please contact Heather in our church office if you are interested.
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September 21st
Blackledge Country Club
180 West St, Hebron, CT
PLEASE REGISTER & PAY ONLINE
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Mass Intentions
Did you realize . . . One of the greatest traditions we have within the Catholic faith is having a Mass said for a loved one whether they are living or deceased. By doing this, we are offering Christ himself for the intention we indicate. Considering that the Mass is the highest form of communal prayer, offering a Mass up for a loved one is a beautiful expression of faith. Masses can also be said as an expression of gratitude, to celebrate a special occasion such as a birthday or as we are reminded by the Council of Trent: "for the living and the dead, for sins, punishments, satisfactions, and other necessities."
As St. Leonoard of Maurice reminds us: Let us be diligent in hearing Mass as often as possible, and with all possible devotion; and furthermore, let us endeavor to have as many Masses as possible celebrated for our intention. Mass intentions can be scheduled by contacting the St. John Fisher office at 860-295-0001. Intentions can be offered for both weekly and weekend Masses for both the living and deceased with a suggested donation of $10.00 for a weekly Mass and $20.00 for a weekend Mass.
St. John Fisher Parish Vision:
We are a beacon of God’s gracious and merciful love as we glorify His name through service to others; devotion to His teachings and His Son Jesus; and by maintaining a welcoming, accepting and embracing Catholic community of faith that judges none, embraces and protects the vulnerable, builds community of all ages and life stages and acts for the greater Glory of God.
St. John Fisher Parish Mission:
We provide an open, welcoming and active Catholic faith community that is inspired by the gifts of the Holy Spirit as we demonstrate our faith by (1) actively participating in Mass and the Sacraments, (2) by serving and ministering to others, (3) by exploring and sharing the Word and teachings of Jesus and (4) by openly embracing the various needs of our entire parish family and broader community in Christ.
Our Online Giving system now is also an App for Apple and Android products! You can download it for free in the App Store, Google Play Store or CLICK HERE. If you are new to Online Giving, register by entering our church ID of 1239.
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Faith Vos Winkel, MSW
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