Saint Mary: 626 Willard Ave, Newington, CT 06111
(860) 666-1591

Holy Spirit: 183 Church St, Newington, CT 06111
(860) 666-5671

Mass Times and Confession

Saturday Evening  Vigil
4:00pm  (Saint Mary, Holy Spirit)
Sunday
7:30am (Holy Spirit)
8:00am (Saint Mary)
9:30am (Holy Spirit)
10:00am (Saint Mary)
12:00pm (Holy Spirit)
Daily Mass 
Holy Spirit
9:00am (Monday - Saturday)

Saturday Confession
3:15-3:45 (Saint Mary)
3:00-3:45 (Holy Spirit)
Or by appointment 

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Religious Education News

Due to the Coronavirus Crisis and Quarantine our Religious Education program will change for the 2020 2021 Religious Education school year.

Classes will not be held at JWMS this year. However, we will have a Religious Education program. The program will work as such:
Parents will be their child’s (ren) Religious Ed teacher.
We will have the evenings of October 19, 20, 21 & 22nd from 6PM – 7PM for Registration and for parents to pick up their child’s (ren) books & curriculum at Holy Spirit church hall. Masks & social distancing will be in place.
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The makeup date is Monday, October 26th from 6PM – 7PM.

2020/2021 Religious Education Registration Form

Mass for the 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time

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A message from Fr. Shawn and Fr. Josh...

August 16, 2020

Dear Parishioners,

Since the weekend of July 4th, it has been so wonderful to once again celebrate Mass in-person with so many of our parishioners!  The past several weeks have presented opportunities for change and growth as we navigate this new reality together.  Thank you to everyone who has worshipped and prayed with us, whether physically at church or virtually from home.

The past several weeks have also allowed us to have a better idea of how to best serve our parish going forward.  Sadly, but understandably, attendance has been low at a number of our weekend Masses.  Therefore, beginning Sunday, September 13, 2020, the 11:30am Mass at St. Mary's Church will no longer be offered.  We will continue to monitor Mass attendance and adjust our schedules as needed, keeping in mind that we are called to be good stewards of the resources we have.  At this time especially, we must be careful guardians of our gifts; spiritually, physically, and financially.

Jesus says in this coming week's Gospel: "And so I say to you, you are Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church, and the gates of the netherworld shall not prevail against it."  Our Church will overcome this challenge, and with your prayers and support, we will continue to bring the good news of the Gospel to a world that so desperately needs it.

God bless you all,
Fr. Shawn & Fr. Josh

Holy Hour of Eucharistic Adoration & Prayer

Our Tuesday Holy Hours are returning weekly beginning August 18, 2020
​at Holy Spirit Church from 6:00pm - 7:00pm. 
Come spend some time in prayer before our Eucharistic Lord.  It's time well-spent!


​Learn more about the US Catholic Conference of Bishops' Open Wide Our Hearts Initiative to combat racism and recognize the God-given dignity of all people: http://www.usccb.org/racism/
Miss hearing our Music Ministry? They're coming to you!
During our time apart, members of various Music Ministries are coming together by the magic of video editing to perform together for you. They are presenting pieces they had worked on for masses that we were not able to attend, old favorites, and songs specially chosen to offer comfort, hope, and joy during this difficult time. We hope you enjoy our gift of music!

This is the tenth year of our Music Ministry’s Chamber Orchestra!
The musicians have just kicked off their virtual summer session, preparing some pieces to make music videos to share with you in a few weeks.

This weekend is traditionally the orchestra’s Summer Instrumental Mass Weekend, so Music Ministry shares a special video in its place this year. “The Lord of the Dance,” based on the Shaker hymn tune, is a perennial Christmas concert favorite, and the orchestra has performed it many times. Below, we look back on five concert performances of this piece, edited together to create one video that travels from 2014 to 2018. Enjoy!

Fr. Josh Answers Your Questions!
Updated May 19, 2020

Thank you to all parishioners who submitted questions - and to Fr. Josh for providing insightful answers!

When do we get back to going to Mass? It's been way too long. What is being done about that?

 We want to return to celebrating public Masses as much as you do! As of May 19, we have not heard any directives from the Archdiocese of Hartford as to the opening of our churches for the public celebration of Mass. While many of us may be frustrated with the current situation, we also have to recognize that many more are concerned about their wellbeing during this pandemic. Archbishop Blair is in consultation with our state and local governments and we are confident that prudent decisions will be made shortly. As soon as we know anything we'll be sure to let you know. For now, Holy Spirit Church is open every day from 8:00am - 2:30pm for private prayer, and Confession is available by appointment by calling (860) 666-1591... extension 1 for Fr. Shawn or extension 7 for Fr. Josh.

Will we be having outdoor Masses?

Again, as part of the response to the previous question, we are not sure at this point exactly as to how our worship will unfold in the near future until we receive more directives from the Archdiocese of Hartford. Outdoor Masses may be part of the temporary solution, but we do not know for sure. Please continue to check this website as we will be informing you all of developments as we receive word from the Archdiocese. In the meantime, know that our prayers are with you all and please be sure to pray for our parish!

I was baptized within months after I was born. Now that I am "Born Again" do I need to be baptized again in the Holy Spirit?

As Catholics, our usual practice is to baptize infants so that they are welcomed into the fold of the Christian family. As we read in scripture, baptism was practiced by John the Baptist and confirmed as a Sacrament by Jesus Christ when He Himself was baptized. The term "born again" is usually used by our Protestant brothers and sisters in the faith, but there is no need to be baptized again. Once you are baptized, even as an infant, you are eternally welcomed into the beautiful family of Christianity by our Lord!


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Contact Us
Church of the Holy Spirit
183 Church Street
Newington, CT 06111
​Phone: 860-666-5671
​Fax: 860-666-9784
Saint Mary Church
626 Willard Avenue
Newington, CT 06111
Phone: 860-666-1591
​Fax: 860-666-5720

Mass Schedule

Saturday Evening  Vigil
4:00pm  (Saint Mary, Holy Spirit)
Sunday
7:30am (Holy Spirit)
8:00am (Saint Mary)
9:30am (Holy Spirit)
10:00am (Saint Mary)
12:00pm (Holy Spirit)

Daily Mass
Holy Spirit
9:00am (Monday - Saturday)
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Holy Days
8:30am (Saint Mary)
9:00am (Holy Spirit)
12:10pm (Saint Mary)
5:30pm (Holy Spirit)
 

Eucharistic Adoration
Tuesday 6:00pm-7:00pm (Holy Spirit)

Parish Office

Monday-Friday: 9:00am-2:00pm (Holy Spirit)
​Monday-Thursday: 9:00am–4:00pm (St. Mary)

Religious Education Office

​Monday - Thursday: 9:00am - 3:00pm
Phone: ​860-666-3562