Monthly Family Activity
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During the month of December, the activity is to build a Nativity set to include the infant Jesus, his mother, Mary, and her husband, Joseph. Other characters from the nativity story, such as shepherds, sheep, and angels may be displayed near the manger in a barn (or cave) intended to accommodate farm animals, as described in the Gospel of Luke. Click here. View The Nativity-click here.
Watch Video: The Nativity-A Hallelujah Christmas |
GIVING THANKS AS WE ENTER THE ADVENT SEASON
At this time of year as we enter into the Advent season, members of our extended parish staff gathered reflections on the meaning of giving thanks and the many things, big and small, we have to be thankful for. Hopefully this will inspire you to do your own reflection on Thankfulness!
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I am thankful for so many things, not only wonderful family and friends, a roof over my head, food to eat and my health but also all the everyday wonders that I often take for granted. I give thanks for: sipping coffee and watching the birds in the bird feeder outside my kitchen window every morning; the comings and goings of all the people in and out of the faith formation office sharing stories, hugs, smiles, and laughter; everyone on the faith formation team who dedicate themselves to ministering to all our parishioners especially the children and teens; the energy and smiles of the children in the faith formation classes; the gorgeous sunsets especially this time of year; the welcome respite as I lay my head on my pillow at the end of the day.
-Monica P. My 5 years as pastor in Rocky Hill, my forty years of priesthood, for the awesome outpouring of support and prayers for my 40th anniversary and people who so generously planned and executed the parish celebration, for the staff especially during the past two years during the Pandemic and especially for the awesome love of the Lord in all ways and times. -Fr George In addition to the usual things (which I am supremely grateful for): health, family, most excellent job with excellent co-workers, home and hearth, I am grateful for crunching pine cones, a beautiful sunset, Aldi chocolate, a really good cup of coffee (and my husband making that really good cup of coffee), audio books that magically appear on my phone, crossword puzzles, LOTS of travel, nature, and a million other things. -Joy O. COVID was a time of great testing, reflection, learning and ultimately gratitude. May the God of hope fill you with all the joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope (Romans 15:13). -Beth I am deeply grateful for thirty-three years of being part of the Catholic community of Rocky Hill, twenty years of marriage, eighteen years of parenthood, the angels who have helped me care for my mom for the past few years and the gift of faith which sustains me every day. -Lisa O. I am especially thankful to have finally seen my two daughters, grandsons, and son in law who live in England after a long 2 ½ years of COVID separation. -Elizabeth H. I am thankful for my family and the opportunity to help the young members of our parish to find their way into God's love. I am grateful to all the positive people around me to help me be successful in all things that I try to do. -Linda S. |
I am thankful for the abundant blessings God has provided to me and my family: our home, our health, our extended family and friends, our faith community, our jobs, our meals and the opportunities to share our faith with those around us. -Lori G. I am grateful to God for giving me the faith and strength to get through life’s challenging days, my third grade students who lift and fill me up every time I see them, the wisdom, grit, and compassion God has instilled in me, and I am grateful to be grateful! -Leslie E. I am grateful for our faith formation team and catechists who are some of the hardest working people I have ever met. They inspire me to bring the joy of our faith to our students and families. I am grateful for the amazing teens we have in our Confirmation program whose presence and trust helps my faith continue to grow. Most of all, I am grateful to be able to gather as a community of followers even with COVID restrictions and pray for peace and health for all. On a personal note, my heart is bursting with love as I welcomed my second grandson to this world in October. I feel blessed beyond words. -Carol R. |
A Message from our Faith Formation Team 2021-22
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Welcome back to our new Faith Formation year! We have begun classes for grades PreK-10th grade including the sacraments of Reconciliation, First Eucharist, and Confirmation. It is very important that your child be enrolled in every grade up to and including the Confirmation program in 9th and 10th grade. If your family has not been participating in the faith formation program or Covid has impacted your registration, now is the time to get them back onto the path. Any student interested in preparing for Confirmation starting in 9th grade must first attend the 8th-grade classes. Our goal is to meet in person twice a month with resources and activities on the faith formation website for those weeks we are not meeting in person. Thank you for your support and prayers as we strive to partner with you on your child’s faith journey. As always, we are here to support you also with any needs or concerns you have as the year progresses. Email us with any questions at reo@sjbrh.org or call us at 860-529-1274. Peace, Your Faith Formation Team, Monica, Beth, Carol, Linda, and Lori |
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Rocky Hill, CT. 06067 Email: reo@sjbrh.org Parish Office: 860-529-8655 Religious Ed Office: 860-529-1274 WEEKEND MASS SCHEDULE Saturday: 4:00 pm SJ Sunday: 9:00 am SES Sunday: 11:00 am SJ Masks are encouraged. Contact Office 860-529-1274 Hours: 9am-2:00 pm ABBREVIATIONS: SES-St. Elizabeth Seton Campus SJ-St. James Campus SJPC-St. James Parish Center FrSH-Fr. Shea Hall |
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Meet the Team
Our team of dedicated faith formation staff is on board to help guide, teach, and pave the path for your children to experience the higher power of God's love. Parent and guardian support is important in this lifelong journey of faith by supporting the catechists (teachers), making sure students attend every class, and also attend church on a regular basis.
Beth Mulvey Administrative Assistant “If you can't feed a hundred people, feed just one.” Mother Teresa |
COVID19 INFORMATION
Stay informed and protect yourself and others. Here are some good websites to help us all :
State of CT Public Health: https://portal.ct.gov/Coronavirus; Federal National Institutes of Health: https://www.nih.gov/health-information/coronavirus We continue to follow the guidelines set forth by the State of Connecticut and the Archdiocese of Hartford. Please feel free to reach out to us with any questions at reo@sjbrh.org
State of CT Public Health: https://portal.ct.gov/Coronavirus; Federal National Institutes of Health: https://www.nih.gov/health-information/coronavirus We continue to follow the guidelines set forth by the State of Connecticut and the Archdiocese of Hartford. Please feel free to reach out to us with any questions at reo@sjbrh.org