Upcoming Events
Thursday
Nov 02
All Souls Day Mass
We pray with special fervor on this day for the relief of the souls in purgatory. Please come join us in prayer!
The Mass is celebrated in Latin with Gregorian chant. Booklets are available containing an English translation of the ceremony. The traditional Requiem Mass is one of the most moving experiences of our Catholic faith.
Confessions available at 5:30 p.m.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/StsCyrilandMethodiusOratory/
Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church
79 Church Street
Bridgeport
Connecticut 06608
Rev. Canon Francis Altiere
canon.altiere@institute-christ-king.org
(203) 333-7003
Upper Room Small Group

Did you recently graduate high school? Are you working or in college? Or did you just graduate from college? Join us on Thursday nights for lively fellowship and robust faith conversations. Open to anyone, 18-23 years old.
Website: https://spxffld.flocknote.com/signup/123712
St. Pius X Faith Center: Munro Room
834 Brookside Dr
Fairfield
Connecticut 06824-2420
Paola Peña
ppena@st-pius.org
(203) 255-6134
Friday
Nov 03
Come and See Discernment Weekend
Website: https://www.ascjus.org/
Discernment Retreat- Connecticut
Mount Sacred Heart
295 Benham Street
Hamden
Connecticut 06514
Sr. Colleen Mattingly
vocations@ascjus.org
(860) 368-0826
Saturday
Nov 04
Come and See Discernment Weekend
Website: https://www.ascjus.org/
Discernment Retreat- Connecticut
Mount Sacred Heart
295 Benham Street
Hamden
Connecticut 06514
Sr. Colleen Mattingly
vocations@ascjus.org
(860) 368-0826
Sunday
Nov 05
Come and See Discernment Weekend
Website: https://www.ascjus.org/
Discernment Retreat- Connecticut
Mount Sacred Heart
295 Benham Street
Hamden
Connecticut 06514
Sr. Colleen Mattingly
vocations@ascjus.org
(860) 368-0826
Monday
Nov 06
YA Small Group: The Screwtape Letters

A book study of “Screwtape Letters” by C.S Lewis.
Website: https://spxffld.flocknote.com/signup/123711
St. Pius X Faith Center: Munro Room
834 Brookside Dr
Fairfield
Connecticut 06824-2420
Paola Peña
ppena@st-pius.org
(203) 255-6134
Bible Study
Saintly Sisters College Women's Small Group
Tuesday
Nov 07
Adult Theology Talk
This Tuesday's talk will be about "Conscience and the Moral Law." Why does God give us a moral law? What is the "natural law" and how does it relate to the Ten Commandments? What does it mean to have a well formed conscience?
The parish provides warm and cold beverages. Please feel free to bring a snack to share! This class meets downstairs in the church hall. Catholics and non-Catholics alike are welcome to attend. There are a total of 12 meetings throughout the year.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/612859530846778/
Sts Cyril & Methodius Church
79 Church Street
Bridgeport
Connecticut 06608
Rev. Canon Francis Altiere
stscyrilandmethodius@institute-christ-king.org
(203) 333-7003
Wednesday
Nov 08
Women’s Morning of Reflection, Interior Stillness
Cost: $25.00

Women’s Morning of Reflection, Interior Stillness
Please join us for a Morning of Reflection at St. Patrick’s, in Armonk, with our special preaching guests the Lay Consecrated Women of Regnum Christi. The theme for the morning will be “Interior Stillness.” Light refreshments and time for fellowship will follow the reflections.
Mass and Confession will be offered by Fr. Eric Nielsen, L.C.
Website: https://rcnytristate.org/event/ny-ct-morning-retreat-with-consecrated-women/
St. Patrick’s Church
29 Cox Avenue
Armonk
NY
events@rcnytristate.org
C4C Stamford
Website: https://crossroadsforchrist.org/
St. Cecilia's Church
1184 Newfield Avenue
Stamford
Connecticut 06905
John Pendergast
c4cstamford@gmail.com
Thursday
Nov 09
Upper Room Small Group

Did you recently graduate high school? Are you working or in college? Or did you just graduate from college? Join us on Thursday nights for lively fellowship and robust faith conversations. Open to anyone, 18-23 years old.
Website: https://spxffld.flocknote.com/signup/123712
St. Pius X Faith Center: Munro Room
834 Brookside Dr
Fairfield
Connecticut 06824-2420
Paola Peña
ppena@st-pius.org
(203) 255-6134
Friday
Nov 10
Fairfield YA Adoration Night
Website: https://www.fairfieldyac.com/
St. Pius X Catholic Church
834 Brookside Dr
Fairfield
Connecticut 06824-2420
Paola Peña
ppena@st-pius.org
(203) 255-6134
CANCELLED: Around the World with the Saints
Website: https://stedsyoungadults.webnode.page/
Saint Edward the Confessor
21 Brush Hill Rd
New Fairfield
Connecticut 06812
Kelly LaRegina
lareginak@gmail.com
(203) 300-3926
Monday
Nov 13
YA Small Group: The Screwtape Letters

A book study of “Screwtape Letters” by C.S Lewis.
Website: https://spxffld.flocknote.com/signup/123711
St. Pius X Faith Center: Munro Room
834 Brookside Dr
Fairfield
Connecticut 06824-2420
Paola Peña
ppena@st-pius.org
(203) 255-6134
St. Aloysius Scripture & Rosary
Saintly Sisters College Women's Small Group
Open Hearts Discernment Group
Email us for Zoom Link
Website: https://www.ascjus.org/Discernment
via zoom
online
online
online
Connecticut online
Sr. Colleen Mattingly
vocations@ascjus.org
(860) 368-0826
Wednesday
Nov 15
Stamford YA Mass & Social
Holy Name of Jesus Church
325 Washington Blvd
Stamford
Connecticut 06901
Kristin Schneider
stamfordyoungadultcatholics@gmail.com
Thursday
Nov 16
Upper Room Small Group

Did you recently graduate high school? Are you working or in college? Or did you just graduate from college? Join us on Thursday nights for lively fellowship and robust faith conversations. Open to anyone, 18-23 years old.
Website: https://spxffld.flocknote.com/signup/123712
St. Pius X Faith Center: Munro Room
834 Brookside Dr
Fairfield
Connecticut 06824-2420
Paola Peña
ppena@st-pius.org
(203) 255-6134
Greater Bridgeport Baking Night
Date & Time:
November 16th at 7 pm
Location:
St. James Parish Center
2110 Main Street,
Stratford, CT
Come, show us your baking skills and enjoy the warmth of the community. Our treats will be a highlight at the Holly Berry Festival, and the proceeds from the festival go towards supporting the retired Apostles of the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
St. James Parish Center
2110 Main Street
Stratford
Connecticut 06615
Rose Brennen
rose.brennen@diobpt.org
Friday
Nov 17
Holly Berry Festival
Cost: Free
Sacred Heart Academy
265 Benham Street
Hamden, CT 06514
Friday, November 17
3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 18
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Website: https://hollyberry.org/
Sacred Heart Academy
265 Benham Street
Hamden
CT 06514
Saturday
Nov 18
Holly Berry Festival
Cost: Free
Sacred Heart Academy
265 Benham Street
Hamden, CT 06514
Friday, November 17
3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 18
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Website: https://hollyberry.org/
Sacred Heart Academy
265 Benham Street
Hamden
CT 06514
Monday
Nov 20
Tuesday
Nov 21
Adult Theology Talk

Adam and Eve committing original sin, detail from The Virgin of Victory, 1496, by Andrea Mantegna (1431-1506), tempera on canvas, 280x166 cm.
The theme of the Adult Theology series this year is "Our Life In Christ: Introduction to Catholic Moral Teaching." This Faith Formation program is free of charge and is open to all. The purpose is to give Catholic adults of all ages a deeper understanding of the faith than they may have received from simple catechism study earlier in life, and to give interested non-Catholics an in-depth introduction to the Catholic faith. The class is taught by our parish priest.
After learning last time about the Moral Law in general, this Tuesday's talk will be about "Sin: An Obstacle to the Love of God." Topics addressed include: How do we know if something is a sin? Is sin just a technicality? Is Christian morality just a question of avoiding sin? Why does mortal sin separate us from God? Where does temptation come from?
The parish provides warm and cold beverages. Please feel free to bring a snack to share! This class meets downstairs in the church hall. Catholics and non-Catholics are welcome to attend.
This will be the last meeting of the calendar year.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/639558204764729
Saints Cyril and Methodius Church
79 Church Street
Bridgeport
Connecticut 06608
Rev. Canon F.X. Altiere
stscyrilandmethodius@institute-christ-king.org
(203) 333-7003
Faith on Tap Stamford
Faith on Tap
Towne Parlor Pizza
112 Bedford St.
Stamford
Connecticut 10014
Catherine DiProperzio
catherine.diproperzio@gmail.com
(914) 643-4645
Wednesday
Nov 22
C4C Stamford
Website: https://crossroadsforchrist.org/
St. Cecilia's Church
1184 Newfield Avenue
Stamford
Connecticut 06905
John Pendergast
c4cstamford@gmail.com
Friday
Nov 24
St. Aloysius Holy Hour & Friendsgiving

Join us for Holy Hour at St. Aloysius church at 6:15 followed by a Friendsgiving social afterwards! Please follow the link below to sign up for the event, as well as if you would like to bring something to the event.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080449ADA62DA5F58-46062220-friendsgiving#/
Website: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080449ADA62DA5F58-46062220-friendsgiving#/
21 Cherry Street
New Canaan
Connecticut 06840
St. Aloysius Parish
Frdavid@starcc.com
Saturday
Nov 25
Arise Holy Hour

Our Lord is waiting for you! Now is the time to Arise!
Arise is an opportunity to adore our Lord in the blessed sacrament, Join us for praise & worship and a time of reflection. The sacrament of confession will be available.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/610286321/posts/10161198395611322/?mibextid=GVKSpU
St. Rose of Lima Church
46 Church Hill Rd.
Newtown
CT
Monday
Nov 27
Women's Advent By Candlelight
Our speaker for the evening is Sr. Frances LSP Our cantor will be Nancy Leville

Cost:
$20 Individual registration $120 Table Hostess/Co-Hostess registration (table of 8) (Table Hostesses pay for the table in full but may collect the individual fee per person. The fee for the hostesses/co-hostess is waived) Hostess Guidelines
Reservations can be made by Scanning or Clicking Here:
Contact Tricia LaValle 203-536-0237 with any questions or to register. Complete Details Can Be Found at https://tinyurl.com/AbyC2023
Net proceeds will be donated to the Little Sisters of the Poor
Website: https://starcc.com/event/advent-by-candlelight/
St. Aloysius Parish
Holy Spirit Garden
40 Maple Street
New Canaan
Connecticut 06840
St. Aloysius Parish
Frdavid@starcc.com
Tuesday
Nov 28
Evening Prayer w/School Sisters of Notre Dame
The North American Vocation Team (NAVT) of the School Sisters of Notre Dame (SSND) invites young adults ages 18 and older to a monthly online evening prayer on Tuesdays at 8 p.m. EST (7 p.m. CST) via Zoom. Upcoming dates for evening prayer are September 26, October 24 and November 28. More information and registration for the Zoom links is available at ssnd.org/events/.
The online prayer typically lasts about an hour. Participants experience evening prayer in the rhythm of the Liturgy of the Hours interspersed with faith sharing and/or other prayer styles such as Lectio Divina, Taizé or Contemplative prayer.
“Since 2020, our online evening prayer has allowed us to connect regularly with sisters and young adults all across the U.S. and Canada,” said Sister Bridget Waldorf of the NAVT. “We enjoy sharing our daily communal prayer with those who are seeking to better recognize and understand God’s presence in their lives.”
The NAVT accompanies young adults as they discern God’s call while informing them about religious life and especially the mission and charism of SSND, an international community of almost 2,000 women religious founded in Bavaria in 1833. Learn more at ssnd.org.
Website: ssnd.org/events/
Zoom
Laurie Lindauer
llindauer@ssnd.org
Wednesday
Nov 29
Novena Day 1
Today's preacher is Canon Francis X. Altiere, our pastor. He will give a meditation on "The Nativity of Mary" and will give a general explanation of the history and purpose of this beautiful Novena. After the sermon, there will be Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament, with the Litany of Our Lady, the Novena prayer, and the Novena hymn "Tota pulchra es."
Confessions begin at 5:30 p.m.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/StsCyrilandMethodiusOratory/
Saints Cyril and Methodius Church
79 Church Street
Bridgeport
Connecticut 06608
Rev. Canon Francis Altiere
stscyrilandmethodius@institute-christ-king.org
(203) 333-7003
C4C Stamford
Website: https://crossroadsforchrist.org/
St. Cecilia's Church
1184 Newfield Avenue
Stamford
Connecticut 06905
John Pendergast
c4cstamford@gmail.com
Thursday
Nov 30
Order of Malta Auxilary Kickoff- Friendsgiving
Our goal this year is to energize and build our Auxiliary so that we can serve more people. This starts with our kickoff “Friendsgiving” event on November 30th at 6 p.m. at Malta House (139 W Rocks Rd, Norwalk, CT 06851). This includes:
- Mass at 6 p.m. is concelebrated by two of our amazing young priests – Fr. Chris Ford and Fr. Ferry Galbert
- “Friendsgiving” Dinner to follow
The goal of this first family-friendly event (kids are welcome–our 3 and 5 year old boys will be there!) is to make it fun! We are asking you to forward this to any potential Auxiliary members and ask you to please attend. Having our Auxiliary meet current Knights and Dames is the surest way for us to get them excited about Malta.
The event is free – but if you would like to bring something, we instead encourage you to make a donation to the Malta House. Please email ageorgepuskar@fordham.edu so that we have an accurate headcount for food and wine- and we will send you the official invitation!
Website: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0948ACAD2BA6FCC43-45643453-malta
Malta House
Malta House
139 W Rocks Rd
Norwalk
Connecticut 06851
Annie & John Puskar
ageorgepuskar@fordham.edu
(410) 446-3419
Novena Day 2
Today's preacher is Father Joseph Gill, pastor of Saint Jude's Parish (Monroe) and chaplain at Cardinal Kung Academy. He will give a meditation on "The Holy Name of Mary." After the sermon, there will be Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament, with the Litany of Our Lady, the Novena prayer, and the Novena hymn "Tota pulchra es."
Confessions begin at 5:30 p.m.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/StsCyrilandMethodiusOratory/
Saints Cyril and Methodius Church
79 Church Street
Bridgeport
Connecticut 06608
Rev. Canon F.X. Altiere
stscyrilandmethodius@institute-christ-king.org
(203) 333-7003
Faith on Tap

Seagrape
1144 Reef Road
Fairfield
Connecticut 06824
Lilliana Delmonico
lilliana.delmonico@gmail.com
(203) 520-5371
Friday
Dec 01
Novena Day 3
Today's preacher is Canon Jacob Wells, a recently ordained priest of the Institute of Christ the King (the same religious order that runs the parish). He will celebrate a Solemn Mass for First Friday, with a meditation on "The Presentation of Mary in the Temple." After Mass, there will be the daily Novena prayer and the Novena hymn "Tota pulchra es."
After the ceremony, Canon Wells will give his "First Blessings" as a newly ordained priest.
Confessions begin at 5:30 p.m.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/StsCyrilandMethodiusOratory/
Saints Cyril and Methodius Church
79 Church Street
Bridgeport
Connecticut 06608
Rev. Canon F.X. Altiere
stscyrilandmethodius@institute-christ-king.org
(203) 333-7003
Saturday
Dec 02
Advent Retreat for Women
Cost: $25.00

Saint Paul Church
84 Sherwood Ave
Greenwich
CT
Linda Romagnoli
ladyyoli@aol.com
914-391-2309
Advent by Candlelight
Cost: 30
Join us for an inspirational night with Guest Speaker Jenny Hubbard, President of the CVH Animal Sanctuary in Newton in memory her daughter Catherine. Her personal testimony is her moving witness to faith and hope after the death of her daughter in the Sandy Hook school shootings. Tickets can be purchased individually for $30 or $240 to host a table of 8.

Website: https://www.st-pius.org/special-events/
St. Pius X, Fairfield, Ct
St. Pius X
834 Brookside Drive
Fairfield
Connecticut 06824
Karen Lannigan
karenlannigan0915@gmail.com
(203) 257-5101
Monday
Dec 04
St. Aloysius Bible Study
Saintly Sisters College Women's Small Group
Wednesday
Dec 06
C4C Stamford
Website: https://crossroadsforchrist.org/
St. Cecilia's Church
1184 Newfield Avenue
Stamford
Connecticut 06905
John Pendergast
c4cstamford@gmail.com
Friday
Dec 08
Immaculate Conception at the Georgetown Oratory
Mass Schedule:
- 8:30 AM
- 12:00 Noon
- 6:00 PM (Celebrating the 1962 Missal)
Special Event:
- Candlelit Compline at 8:30 PM
- Featuring the angelic voices of the Oratory Girls' Choir.

Website: www.jesusguild.org
Georgetown Oratory
30 Church Street
Redding
CT 06896
Sacred Heart Guild
info@jesusguild.org
203.544.8245
Saturday
Dec 09
Cathedral Academy: Breakfast with Santa
- Food Serving:
- Assist in serving food to attendees during the breakfast and lunch waves.
- Crafts & Face Painting:
- Help manage and assist at the crafts area and face painting station.
- Hot Chocolate Station:
- Serve and manage the hot chocolate station, ensuring a warm treat for attendees.
- Photos with Santa:
- Assist in coordinating and managing the photo sessions with Santa, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience.
- Set-Up Tasks:
- Arrange tables and chairs.
- Organize the craft station.
- Assist with setting up decorations.
- Clean-Up Tasks:
- Dispose of all garbage and waste materials.
- Break down and store tables and chairs.
- Sweep and mop the event area.
- Pack away any leftover supplies and transport them to storage at the school.
If you are intrested please contact Valerie Bien-Aime
St. Raphael Academy
324 Frank Street
Bridgeport
CT 06604
Valerie Bien-Aime
valerie.bien-aime@diobpt.org
2034161613
Live a Deep Advent Experience - Young Adult Advent Retreat
Cost: 25

Website: https://rcnytristate.org/event/young-adult-advent-mini-retreat/
Legionary of Christ Home
815 Boston Post Road
Rye
Connecticut 10580
Angeli Scott
angeliatprayer@gmail.com
(917) 930-2888
Monday
Dec 11
St. Aloysius Bible Study
Open Hearts Discernment Group
Email us for Zoom Link
Website: https://www.ascjus.org/Discernment
via zoom
online
online
online
Connecticut online
Sr. Colleen Mattingly
vocations@ascjus.org
(860) 368-0826
Sunday
Dec 17
Advent Vespers and Party
Join us for Solemn Vespers & Benediction at 6:00 p.m. for this double observance of Gaudete Sunday and O Sapientia. After the ceremony, there will be a festive Advent reception in the church hall, with traditional treats like wassail, mince pies and sugar plums. Try the rector's almond cake with candied fruit!
Now in its second year running, the Wisdomtide party is now a beloved parish tradition for all ages that enables us to celebrate the joy of the season together, without impinging upon the upcoming celebration of Christmas.
If you'd like to bring a treat to share, please send us a message!
Website: https://www.facebook.com/StsCyrilandMethodiusOratory/
Saints Cyril & Methodius Church
79 Church Street
Bridgeport
Connecticut 06608
Rev. Canon Francis Altiere
stscyrilandmethodius@institute-christ-king.org
(203) 333-7003
Monday
Dec 18
Wednesday
Dec 20
McGivney Christmas Store

- Set-Up will be Tuesday, December 19th at 5:45 PM
- Gift Wrapping & Personal Shopping will be Wednesday, December 20th, 2:45 PM – 5:30 PM
Website: www.mcgivney.org
McGivney Community Center
338 Stillman Street
Bridgeport
CT 06608
Joe DeSabella
jdesabella@mcgivney.org
2033332789
C4C Stamford
Website: https://crossroadsforchrist.org/
St. Cecilia's Church
1184 Newfield Avenue
Stamford
Connecticut 06905
John Pendergast
c4cstamford@gmail.com
Friday
Dec 22
Holy Hour & Christmas Party!

Young adults ages 18-35 are invited to attend a Holy Hour at St. Aloysius followed by a Christmas social in the rectory!
If you plan on attending, please sign up using the link below:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080449ADA62DA5F58-46222566-christmas#/
Website: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080449ADA62DA5F58-46222566-christmas#/
St. Aloysius Parish
21 Cherry Street
New Canaan
Connecticut 06840
St. Aloysius Parish
Frdavid@starcc.com
Wednesday
Dec 27
C4C Stamford
Website: https://crossroadsforchrist.org/
St. Cecilia's Church
1184 Newfield Avenue
Stamford
Connecticut 06905
John Pendergast
c4cstamford@gmail.com
Thursday
Dec 28
Westchester NY Young Adult Christmas Mass
Cost: Free - RSVP Required

Join us in commemorating the birth of our Savior through an evening of prayer and fellowship with the young adult community.
Our celebrant is His Excellency Most Reverend Gerardo Colacicco, DD, Auxiliary Bishop of New York, and will be joined by priests from across New York and Connecticut.
Following the mass, a reception will be held with refreshments; providing an opportunity for all attendees to continue reveling in the joy and beauty of the Christmas season alongside the young adult community.
The dress code for this event is semi-formal so be sure to look your best!
Website: https://www.credoyoungadults.com/calendarium/solemn-christmas-mass
Sacred Heart Church
417 Broadway
Dobbs Ferry
NY 10522
Credo Young Adults
credoyoungadults@outlook.com