St. John Fisher Roman Catholic Church

Men's Retreat ~ In the Spirit of Trust ~ 2022


Tony, Dave (also a visiting friend), Mike .	Bob, Pedro, Carlos, Pete, Dcn John, Fr Sas, Jim

On the weekend of March 18-20, 2023, a group of men of St John Fisher Church resumed their annual attendance on retreat at the Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center in West Hartford, CT. Each retreat season focuses on a central theme. This year the theme was “In the Spirit of Trust.” The group enjoyed a variety of presentations, discussion groups and beautiful prayers and masses, focusing on this theme. Masses and prayers were filled with beautifully arranged and performed musical selections.

House of Bread Kids' Café Thank You

One Pot Spinach Beef Soup A huge thank you to all who came out and braved the elements to support the Confirmation Community’s Soup for A Cause event. Through your generosity and the hard work of our young adults over $2300.00 was raised for the House of Bread’s Kids’ Café. Many thanks!

Thought of the Week

“Most of us were taught that God would love us if and when we change. In fact, God loves you so that you can change. What empowers change, what makes you desirous of change is the experience of love. It is that inherent experience of love that becomes the engine of change.” ― Richard Rohr

Lenten Collection ~ Deodorant

Our Lenten collection this week will be for deoderant. There will be a collection box in the entrance of the church. Any donations will be given to the Catholic Worker House.

Seeking Cantors

cantor We are in need of a few more cantors to sing at Sunday Masses. If anyone is interested in volunteering to serve occasionally as a cantor, please see Janice Reska after Mass or call (860) 267-4667.

Are you considering a change for your child academically? ~ Corpus Christi School

The past two years have been challenging for students and many are trying to catch up. Corpus Christi School of Wethersfield, a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence, would like to help. Please join us for a Spring Open House on Tuesday, April 5^th from 6:00 – 7:30 P.M. at Corpus Christi School, 581 Silas Deane Highway. Corpus Christi students benefit from smaller class sizes, personalized instruction, and extra help. A structured curriculum combined with a nurturing environment result in student success - imagine how your child could soar!! Tours will be available; teachers, students, and parents will be on hand to answer questions. The school encompasses PreK - 8^th grade. To register, please visit our website https://corpuschristischoolct.org/ or call 860-529-5487.

East Catholic High School

Spring is the time to finalize the choice of a high school for all the 8th graders. East Catholic continues to accept applications, offers shadow visits, family tours and entrance exams. Please visit our website: www.echs.com or give us a call at 860-649-5336 to learn about the variety of programs available for your student.

Helping Ukraine

If anyone is interested in donating to help our brothers and sisters suffering in the Ukraine, these two websites are the best to donate to: https://support.crs.org/donate/donate-ukraine/ or https://kofc.org/secure/en/donate/ukraine.html

Lenten Reflections

Our Confirmation community recently completed an activity where they were asked to reflect upon what they might fast from and feast on during the season of Lent. The suggestions were both thought provoking and powerful. Below is a partial list so that you might consider not only what you can give up or let go, but perhaps more importantly, what you can also embrace or feast upon during this season of reflection and reconciliation.

Fast from being closed minded
Feast on nurturing an open heart;
Fast from social media
Feast on clubs, activities and human engagement; Fast on fear

Feast on having the courage to trying new things and facing new challenges;
Fast on being judgmental
Feast on being kind.

Consider what you and your family might choose to fast and feast upon as we continue to journey toward Easter.

Overcoming Disaster

In Bangladesh, cyclones and other natural disasters are increasing destroying farms, homes and more making it difficult for people like Noornobi to earn a living and support their families. But Noornobi has learned new techniques to protect his land and income, enabling his niece and nephew to go to school. How can you care for creation to help the planet and our global family? Visit crsricebowl.org to learn more.

Second Collection

The Catholic Relief Services (CRS) Collection will be held on March 27, 2022. The CRS Collection is an opportunity for you to help improve the lives of the most vulnerable people around the world and here in the United States. Your support funds organizations dedicated to aiding people affected by war and natural disasters, migrants and refugees in need of material and legal assistance, and people worldwide whose livelihoods are impacted by changing political and environmental conditions. When you support the collection, your prayers are put into action and become a sign of solidarity and neighborly love for our brothers and sisters.

*Please note: This collection is separate from the Lenten Rice Bowl collection.

Pray and Play ~ March 26

The next Pray and Play date will be March 26 at 10am. Please click this link
https://www.facebook.com/groups/stjfchurchprayandplay/ for more details.
We will meet in the church hall and hope you can join us.

Lenten Collection ~ Bar Soap

Our Lenten collection this week will be for bar soap. There will be a collection box in the entrance of the church. Any donations will be given to the Catholic Worker House.

Spring Cleaning?

Do you have any of the following items, that are gently used and would like to donate them to A Hand Up. Please bring them to the church or reach out to Jen O'Neill. Jen will get them to Hartford.

Shower curtains and rings, wash cloths, hand towels, pot holders, kitchen towels, spatulas, mixing spoons, measuring cups, pots and pans, coffee makers, queen sheets, shower liners.

A Hand Up is a program of Journey Home that works to support those who are currently transitioning from homelessness to housing by connecting them to donations of household goods and furniture.

Upcoming Events

Pope Francis, the Climate Crisis, and Racial Justice

Part 1: March 23, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Part 2: March 30, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

We will be joined by the Collaborative Center for Justice, a Hartford-based Catholic social justice organization. Registration is required

We will be using Pope Francis’ book on the environment, Laudato Si': On Care for Our Common Home, as a starting point for a discussion on racial justice, ecology, and care for the poor and marginalized. In order to move from reflection to action, we will conclude with a look at relevant policy issues that need our advocacy. Free access to the entire book can be found at the Vatican website.

Please come prepared by reviewing the Canticle of the Creatures, and Chapter 2 for Part 1, and Chapter 4 for Part 2.

Seeking Greeters and Readers for all Masses

Seeking Greeters and Readers
for all Masses

Our Saint John Fisher Parish Family is in need of your help. We are looking for Greeters and Readers for our weekend Masses. If you interested in being part of this important ministry, please contact Holly at the church office: (860)2950001 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Seeking Cantors

We are in need of a few more cantors to sing at Sunday Masses. If anyone is interested in volunteering to serve occasionally as a cantor, please see Janice Reska after Mass or call (860) 267-4667.

Catholic News

Faith Connections

YouTube Links

Emergency Bible Numbers


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

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Send your prayer requests to stjohnfisher30@yahoo.com or call the parish office @ 295-0001.

Pray The Holy Rosary ~ Mondays ~ 8:30AM
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Online Giving

UPDATE: 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.

How To Report An Incident Of Sexual Abuse To The Archdiocese Of Hartford

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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Click here to download more information

Special Intention Mass Cards

Mass Card A Healing Prayer

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, Marriages & Baptisms

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.

The Hospital Doesn't Tell Us You're There!

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.