Welcome to Saint Mary Parish
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Peter approached Jesus and asked him, "Lord, if my brother sins against me, how often must I forgive? As many as seven times?" Jesus answered, "I say to you, not seven times but seventy-seven times. That is why the kingdom of heaven may be likened to a king who decided to settle accounts with his servants.
Rite of Christian Initiation for Children applies to the following:
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"Cana Prep" - Marriage Preparation Program
Coming This Fall—Register Now
A New Integrated Approach
In-person marriage preparation program which welcomes
engaged couples from all parishes in Greenwich.
Saturday, October 21, 9:00am-6:00pm
The agenda includes a dynamic and comprehensive series of talks featuring Rev. Michael Jones, S.T.D. (Pastor), and Dr. Gregory Bottaro (Founder of CatholicPsych Institute). The leadership team of parishioners and distinguished speakers will present and lead interactive discussion panels. Topics include Practical Skills in Communication, Family of Origin, Fidelity and Finance, Intimacy, Natural Family Planning, God’s Plan for Marriage, and Sacramental Grace. There will be time for couple’s reflection and mentorship upon request.
Mass at 4:00pm followed by a Champagne Reception
Cost - $200 per couple
(continental breakfast and lunch included)
To register, please email canaprep.stmary@gmail.com
“And the two shall become one flesh” Genesis 2:24
Register now for the
2023-2024 Choir Season
Our Youth Choir is open to children in grades 3 thru 8. Rehearsals are on Thursdays from 6:00 to 7:00pm.
Our Cherub Choir is open to children in Pre-K thru grade 2. Rehearsals take place on Thursdays from 5:30 to 6:00pm. Children younger than 7 must be accompanied by an adult during rehearsals. After the summer break, rehearsals for both choirs will resume on Thursday, September 21. Both choirs will perform at our annual Christmas concert, which will take place on December 17.
Our Adult Choir is open to high school students as well as adults. “Summer Choir” begins on Sunday, June 18. There are no rehearsals over the summer and no commitment required. We meet at 10:00am in the parish hall for a brief run-through of the hymns for the 10:30am Mass. All are welcome to join us!
Regular Thursday night rehearsals for the adult choir will resume on September 14.
Register online at here or email Marjorie Donalds
Registration forms also available in the parish center office
Walking With Purpose is a women’s Bible study that provides a nurturing environment for
women to explore the Bible and apply God’s Word and teachings to our lives. There is
something for everyone, no matter where you are in your faith journey.
For more info, contact Jan Jepsen Montana at jmjllc2010@optonline.net
Click here for more info on upcoming sessions.
Click here to register
Msgr. Laurence R. Bronkiewicz
Homily for 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Life experiences can strengthen our faith in God. A good number of years ago I was flying home from Chicago. I got to O’Hare early and eventually boarded Delta fight 6182. My seat assignment was 7B, but a family with a number of children wanted to sit together – so I offered to sit in seat 6B, which was an aisle seat. 6A was the window seat, and that was occupied by a little boy.
When I sat down, the little boy was busy taking inventory of the contents of his big blue backpack. He then turned to me and in a matter-of-fact fashion said, “You probably don’t’ know this, but this is my first trip by myself.” He was all smiles. I put my book down and said, “You mean your parents are not with you?” “No, they’re not” he said. He then explained that his mom had brought him to the airport for the flight and made sure he got on the plane.
It turns out that my seat companion, Alexander, was 8 years old, and would start 3rd grade in the Fall. He and his Mom and Dad and little sister live on a farm in Indiana. I should also tell you that Alexander’s final destination was not New York. It was Milan, Italy, where his maternal grandparents live. His Mom is Italian, and she was sending him to spend the summer with her family. Alexander spoke fluent Italian.
To continue reading Monsignor's homily, please click here
Msgr. Laurence R. Bronkiewicz
50th Ordination Anniversary Homily
July in Rome can be very hot and humid. July 2, 1973, was no exception. With John and Tom who are here with me in the sanctuary, I started out from the North American College, making our way down the Gianiculum Hill, then taking a sharp left at the bottom onto a short street named after the Holy Spirit. Yes, we were on our way to the Basilica of St. Peter - that extraordinary church created by the genius of Bernini, Bramante, and Michelangelo among others. On that sultry July morning 16 members of our Class of 1973 gathered to be ordained priests of Jesus Christ by Bishop James Hickey, Rector of the North American College. This evening, almost 50 years later to the day, at the gracious invitation of my good friend, Fr. Michael Jones, we gather here in St. Mary Church, Greenwich, to celebrate 5 decades of my service as a priest of the Diocese of Bridgeport. In addition to all of you, I am so pleased that two close friends and classmates who walked to the Basilica with me that morning have joined us.
To continue reading Monsignor's homily, please click here
Congratulations to our Confirmation and Communion Classes!
Our Pre-Communion Class!!
Congratulations!
To our RCIA Candidates
Dear Parishioners of Saint Mary
I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for the Stop & Shop gift cards you so generously provided to Corpus Christi Holy Rosary School families during the Lenten season. These cards will make a significant and positive impact in the lives of families who are experiencing financial difficulty caused mainly by inflation and higher cost of living.
Jesus tells us “whatever you do for the least of my brothers and sisters you do it for me.” You can be assured that you will be blessed abundantly and that the good Lord will not let your kindness be forgotten.
We greatly appreciate your support of our school and our mission to educate our students in the Catholic Faith and instill in them the love of God and country.
You will be remembered in our daily prayers, and most especially during this holy Easter season.
Gratefully Sr. Lise Parent, FMA
A Letter of Thanks...
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Congratulations!
Dolores D’Elia receives the
2022 St. Augustine Medal of Service from Bishop Caggiano
greenwich.hispanic.ministry@stc-sta.org
HORARIO DE MISAS EN ESPAÑOL
Are you tired of using old-fashioned envelopes? Would you like to make
sure your weekly donation helps your parish even if you're away? We can
now accept donations through your Credit or Debit Card! You can also donate electronically from your checking or savings account! Easy online account setup!
For FAQs about Online Giving, click here.
For more details, click here.
Kilian Welcomes You to Saint Mary!!!
Children at Mass
Children in Mass are gifts, not distractions!
But if a young child does become disruptive, which is natural, please be respectful of other parishioners and remove the child from church and feel free to return once it is appropriate.
Please do not let young children wander from the pew or run up and down aisles or through the Mary chapel alcove. Also, if late for Mass, please do not proceed to the front of the church but instead occupy a pew closer to the rear.
Consideration of others and reverence help to maintain a prayerful atmosphere for all.
Family Movie Nights
To help families spend time together and share common experiences, The Leadership Institute provides recommendations for Family Movie Night. Each week, a new movie recommendation and explanation is available for your consideration. Enjoy the show! Click movies.
Pray Every Day: Let Us Help
Celebrating 16 Million Prayers and Counting
Join the movement! Simply text the word PRAY from your smartphone to 55778.
You will automatically receive a response to confirm your subscription (standard texting
rates apply). Each day around 3pm, you will receive a text from Bishop Caggiano inviting
you to stop whatever you are doing and to pray for a specific intention.
All prayers end with an invitation to recite one Hail Mary. Learn more.
Take Time To Listen
Four Catholic young adults, seeking God in the midst of this crazy, mixed-up world have come together to share their stories of faith. Take a few moments to listen to Restless, a new podcast created right here in the Diocese of Bridgeport. Listen as the young people discuss life, relationships, and work through the lens of our Catholic Faith. Listen now.
Sign Up For "On The Same Page"
Get tips for living our faith at home, suggestions, and reminders for upcoming liturgical feasts, holidays, and holy days, as well as ideas for connecting the life of the parish and/or school with the busy home life of our families. Click here to sign up.
Family Bible Challenge
Season sixteen launched on May 14, 2023!
The Family Bible Challenge continues to expand. We welcome the faithful of the Archdiocese of New York, Brooklyn, Dallas, Orange, Newark, Rochester, St. Augustine, and Springfield-Cape Girardeau to our adventure and hope you enjoy the weekly reflections and quizzes. Click here
Conversations About Race
Webinars that will focus on racial challenges and the Church.
Click here to see what's next.
Social Concerns takes a road trip to visit an old friend!
Click here
Our Youth Choir
Revised Liturgical Norms
When the liturgical reforms of the second Vatican council were promulgated, the lives of many of the faithful were disrupted because they were neither informed nor prepared for the changes to come. As we look forward to the promulgation of our own revised liturgical norms, Bishop Caggiano is committed to avoiding that same mistake.
The Revised Liturgical Norms for the Diocese of Bridgeport will be promulgated on the first Sunday of Advent, December 2, 2018. Between now and then, we will embark on a comprehensive catechetical and communication strategy so that when the norms are made public, there is a more complete understanding of what we aim to do, namely, raise awareness of and commitment to a celebration of the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass that is both faithful and universal.
In the video here, Bishop Caggiano outlines the timeline for catechesis, makes the case for why we are revising the norms, and invites everyone to participate in this process.
Available Resources:
Article One: "What is Liturgy?" click here
Article Two: "The Role of the Laity in Liturgy" click here
Article Three: "Music in the Sacred Liturgy" click here
Article Four: "The Role of the Altar Server" click here
Article Five: "The Role of the Reader at Mass" click here
Article Six: "The Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion" click here
Mysteries of the Rosary
Christmas Concert Solo
(Click on our VIDEO button to view more)
Devotions
Most Catholics know that May is the Month of Mary and October is dedicated to the Rosary. Many do not realize that the Church proposes different devotions for each month in order to assist us in our spiritual lives. Below you will find listed the devotion suggested for all 12 months.
| January | - The Holy Name and Childhood of Jesus |
| February | - The Holy Family |
| March | - St. Joseph |
| April | - The Blessed Sacrament |
| May | - Mary |
| June | - Sacred Heart of Jesus |
| July | - The Precious Blood |
| August | - Immaculate Heart of Mary |
| September | - Seven Dolours (Sorrows) of Mary |
| October | - The Holy Rosary |
| November | - Poor Souls in Purgatory |
| December | - The Immaculate Conception |
View our photos of the installation of the beautiful marble statue
of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal donated by two very generous parishioners. Bishop Caggiano blessed the statue.
Daily Mass Schedule
Monday - Friday 12:05 PM
Church doors will open
from 10 AM to 3 PM
Weekend Mass Schedule
Saturday Vigils: 4 PM
and 7:00 PM (Spanish)
Sunday: 9 AM, 10:30 AM, 12:15 PM, 5:15 PM
Office Hours
Monday-Friday
9:00-3:00 PM
Confessions
Saturday 3:00-3:45 PM
Spanish 6:15-7:00 PM
(Alcove to left of altar)
Baptisms - Sunday 1:30 PM
Upcoming Events
