Monthly Archives: August 2011

Hurricane Irene

IMPORTANT UPDATE as of Saturday morning: In a morning press briefing at 10 a.m. today (Saturday), Gov. Dannel P. Malloy asked residents statewide to stay off the roads after nightfall, and Malloy said he expects that state highways will be closed sometime … Continue reading

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Father Collins Farewell Reception

This Sunday, August 7, following the 11:00 am Mass we will congregate in the Lower Cathedral to give Father Collins Anaeche a warm sendoff as he prepares for his new assignment at Sacred Heart Church, Southbury, CT. All are welcomed … Continue reading

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Cathedral Organ – Grand Choeur Dialogue – Gigout

Click on link below to hear a stirring rendition of Gigout’s Grand Choeur Dialogue by Dr. Ezequiel Menendez! Dr Ezequiel Menedez, Gigout\’s Grand Choeur Dialogue

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Freedom of Religion

We were blessed to have Father Kuriakose Mambrakatt from the Diocese of Balasore, India, concelebrate all the Masses for the weekend of July 31st. During his homily, Fr Kuri outlined the demographics of the Diocese of Balasore, and provided insight … Continue reading

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Did You Know?

Surrounding the sanctuary are six ambulatory chapels dedicated to (clockwise) Saint Patrick, Saint Anne, Saint Bernard of Clarveaux, Saint Brigid, Saint Francis of Assisi, and Saint Therese of Lisieux. The chapels are a perfect place for private prayer and contemplation. … Continue reading

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Take Me Out to the Ball Game!

We love our altar servers! It is so nice to come to Mass and see a full compliment of dedicated youngsters – both boys and girls – assisting the priest. The reverence and devotion of our altar servers is exemplary, and no doubt … Continue reading

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Parishioner Wins National Award

Our own Bob Mullen was awarded 2nd place for Best General News Photo by the Catholic Press Association (CPA) – congrats, Bob! The photograph, “Niece Shares Pride and Joy,” depicts a young priest administering his first priestly blessing after his … Continue reading

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