Ministries

An altar server assists the Priest every Mass. He or she is responsible for lighting the candles, carrying the cross and assisting Father during the preparation of the Eucharist. This involves bringing Father what he needs from the table to the altar and providing what is needed for the hand...

Preparing parents for the formation of their child’s faith. Please call the rectory office for a aptismal Class. Baptisms will be arranged after attending the class. For more information please call the Parish Office at (860) 693-8727.

Join together in song, under the talented direction of our music director. Rehearsals on Thursday in the Choir Loft. Sing at Second Sunday Mass, as your schedule allows. Children’s choir is conducted seasonally in preparation for Christmas and Easter. If interested please contact the music director, Chris Casey at KeysCasey@aol.com.

Extraordinary Ministers of Communion who serve the Body and Blood of Christ at Mass and to the sick and homebound. Contact the Parish Office (860) 693-8727

The Facilities Committee facilitates the completion of large construction projects for the church, rectory, grounds, and cemeteries. The Committee identifies projects, prioritizes projects, develops project specifications, obtains quotes from contractors, obtains Finance Committee approvals, awards projects, completes contract paperwork, monitors project adherence to specifications and progress, and authorizes payments to...

Meets quarterly to advise the Pastor on financial matters of the parish. Responsible for monitoring all income and expenses, and approving the annual budgets. For more information please contact Parish Office at (860) 693-8727

The Human Needs Committee coordinates efforts with the Canton and Burlington Social Services to help those in our community with many of the basic requirements for daily living. The Committee and its volunteers provide food for families in emergency circumstances, meals and gifts for holidays and other special occasions that...

The members of the Imago Dei Ministry of St. Patrick’s Parish are committed to fostering awareness and respect for the sanctity of each human life from conception to natural death. We strive, through prayer, education, service, and witness, to be a voice for the voiceless, in obedience to the teachings...

Lectors are members of the Assembly who proclaim the Word in the first two scripture readings. They also assist in creating a hospitable and prayerful environment by praying the Prayers of the Faithful. Training and preparation are necessary for those persons wishing to be Lectors. Proclaiming the Sacred Scripture is...

Liturgy is the center and heart of Christian life for the Church. All liturgy, not only the Mass is the base of worship and praise to Almighty God…Father, Son and Holy Spirit. He is present whenever a “liturgy” is celebrated…in the people assembled, in the scriptures proclaimed, in the consecrated...

The Men’s Fraternity of Saint Patrick’s has as its mission theme “Service to Parish and Brothers.” We gather to meet the needs of the parish whenever requested by utilizing groups of men who volunteer for labor and any other forms of support we can. The fraternity also serves its own...

The music ministry of St. Patrick’s provides music for all parish weekend liturgical services. In addition, the music ministry provides music for Holy Week, Easter, Christmas, and most Holy Days of Obligation. The music ministry includes an adult choir that rehearses weekly and sings at the 10am Sunday service as...

A group that counts the funds collected at Mass each week. Each group volunteers about once a month. For more information, please contact the Parish Office at (860) 693-8727

About Our Sister Parish Route de Lilavois, Lilavois 42Lilavois-Croix des BouquetsArchdiocese of Port-au-PrinceRepublic of HaitiContact: Rev. Fr. Delisca Bichara Welcome to St. Patrick’s Haiti Ministry! Here you’ll find information about the relationship that St. Patrick Church has with Ste. Thérèse de L’Enfant Jésus in Lilavois Haiti, one that is both...

The primary role of the Parish Pastoral Council is advisory, making recommendations to the Pastor about the spiritual well-being of the parish. As a visionary council, it concerns itself with where the parish wants to be in three to five years and not with the administrative aspects of running the...

The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults is the preparation of adult candidates to receive the Catholic sacraments. For more information, contact the Parish Office (860) 693-8727.

A Gift to Yourself Retreat is a way to step aside from everyday concerns to relax and care for your soul.  The weekend provides time for rest, reflection, prayer, and discussion.  Your retreat can be as structured or as unstructured as you like.  You can catch up on some rest,...

The Rosary group visits the residents at Cherry Brook Health Care Center to pray the Rosary with them each week. We, among the four of us (thus far), each visit and pray the rosary on a rotating basis every Tuesday. We arrive at 6:00pm and ask the receptionist to announce...

Volunteers who coordinate social activities and gatherings of parishioners during the year. CHAIRPERSON NEEDED! For more information please contact the parish office at (860) 693-8727.

There are currently 20 members of our Greeter/Usher Ministry. Duties range from pre-mass preparation through final blessings. We start by “policing” the church prior to mass. The gifts are secured and placed so they can be brought to the alter during mass. Our team will greet parishioners with a warm...

The group was formed over 80 years ago by women leaders in the church. The spirit of the founders is still alive in the group today. The women strive to make a difference by leading events that raise money for the needs of the church, providing social opportunities for church...

About Youth Activities St. Patrick’s hosts a number of programs for our youth. Our Religious Education program, Faith and Family, brings our youth and families together several times during the year and provides resources for At Home Catechesis. Our youth are welcomed to serve in all facets and participate actively...

LEGACY Living Eternally Grateful As Catholic Youth Youth in grades 9-12 Youth ministry fosters the personal and spiritual growth of young people, draws them into responsible participation in the life and mission of the church, and empowers them to live as disciples of Jesus in the world today. Our LEGACY...