2021 archive of Blog
Channeling Injunction and our Parish
Posted by Arul Rajan Peter on 11/17/21
Dear Parishioners, As you know, the Diocese of Norwich filed for bankruptcy on July 15, 2021. During this past week, I attended a meeting of pastors where more information was presented about the bankruptcy and how it directly affects our parishes. History and background. To have a better understanding ... Read More »
An Invitation to join Fr. Peter in the pilgrimage to Fatima and Lourdes
Posted by Arul Rajan Peter on 10/20/21
April 19, 2022 (12 Spiritually uplifting fun filled days and 20 meals) Lisbon, Burgos, Zaragoza, Avila, and Madrid Mass celebrated in the Shrines of Our Lady of Fatima and Our Lady of Lourdes Candle light procession and Rosary at Fatima and Lourdes Visit birth places of St. Antony of ... Read More »
Diocesan Liturgical Guidelines for Reopening of Mass
Posted by Arul Rajan Peter on 5/22/21
The general dispensation from attendance at Mass on Sundays and Holy Days of Obligation will be ended as of Sunday May 23, 2021 – the Solemnity of Pentecost.
Masks are optional for those who have been fully vaccinated. They are required for those who are not vaccinated.
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Video Chat
Posted by Arul Rajan Peter on 4/05/21
Happy Easter! May God shower on you the choicest blessings of joy and peace! Normal life is sprouting out in our society and church. As nature greets Spring with smiles of greens and flowers, we should welcome this budding new life with proper preparations. People thirst for gatherings, socials, ... Read More »
Easter Message
Posted by Arul Rajan Peter on 3/25/21
Dear Parishioner, Love and greetings from Fr. Peter! During these ‘pandemic’ days, we have been speaking so much about “Light at the end of the tunnel.” That light signifies life and the same light gives hope. Life and hope are blissfully mingled in the Paschal candlelight. The resounding of the ... Read More »
I am Vaccinated
Posted by Arul Rajan Peter on 3/11/21
It felt strange to be amidst 75 + senior citizens awaiting my first shot. On February 12th I was in Essex townhall. However, I felt at home as I could see at least 4 of our parishioners, members of the staff, helping us. I also saw some parishioners waiting ... Read More »