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2026 Capital Campaign

Honoring Our Past, Building Our Future as One St. John Paul the Great Parish has launched a capital campaign with a $1.5 million goal that… more

Holy Name Society

Our first monthly meeting of the new year will be held on Monday, September 28 at 6:00 pm in St. Peter Hall. Come and see… more

CT Catholic Men’s Conference

All men of the parish, young and old, are invited to attend the 2026 Connecticut Catholic Men's Conference on Saturday, October 10 at Holy Cross… more

Attention gardeners

Do you enjoy tending gardens and caring for flowers? Does it make you smile when you see neat lawns and flowers on the church grounds?… more

Volunteer Opportunity to Serve

Share Your Talent, Tell Our Story Are you a student or young adult who is passionate about storytelling, photography, or social media? Join the St.… more

New Day Journal Facilitator Training

Are you called to accompany others on their grief journey? Presented by the Archdiocese of Hartford Office of Faith Formation and Parish Life, learn how… more

Adoration and Community Prayer

Spending time before the Blessed Sacrament in prayer and devotion is spending time before the living God. Now that back-to-school schedules, sports and activities have… more

SJPTG Parish Dinner Club News

It’s September and ticket sales are over! THANK YOU to everyone who purchased a ticket, as well as to everyone who became a member throughout… more

Fall Liturgical Ministry Workshops

The Archdiocese of Hartford Office of Worship has scheduled fall liturgical ministry regional workshops, some of which will be held at our parish. These are… more

Mass in the Neighborhood

We invite you to celebrate the Holy Eucharist with us and share in the Lord’s presence, led by Fr. Emmanuel Ihemedu. Enjoy the fresh air,… more

Collection for Our Local Food Banks

Our next collection will be SEPTEMBER 5-6. In the words of St John Paul the Great, “The ultimate test of your greatness is the way… more

Experience the Power of Healing

A Mass of Healing will be celebrated Friday, September 4, *6:30 pm, at St. Peter Church, 99 East Main St. Our celebrant and homilist will… more

Walking Through Grief

Thursday Echoes with Fr. E The death of someone we love changes our world. Grief can leave us feeling overwhelmed, lonely, angry, confused, or simply… more