October 15, 2024

Welcome to Fall at Saint Josephine Bakhita Parish

October 15, 2024

Dear Parishioners and Friends of Saint Josephine Bakhita Parish,

In this weekend’s Gospel (Mark 10:35-45) several of Jesus’ apostles were bitten by the overly ambitious bug vying for the “top dog” position in Jesus’ new kingdom. They had done nothing worthy of note, but that did not stop them from wanting “position”. It is a very human problem, on the playground, in faculty meetings, in the board room, etc. We like to call the shots and to be top dog, but in the long term, it is not enough to make a life.

It seems that Jesus understood that. He knew that real power—power that lasts, is not about controlling people or bending them to our will. It is about setting them free, giving them hope, and helping them to find the courage for great deeds.

Think about the good people who have stretched our vision, taught us to hope and inspired us to be generous. They gave us a part of themselves, which lives on in us to this very day. That is real power, but it was never about them, just about us.

Peace and blessings!

Fr. George Couturier

Our parish Variety Show on October 4, 2024 was fantastic! We have so many talented parishioners and we all had so much fun! Thanks to Joy O'Sullivan for dreaming up this very special night, to everyone who helped and participated, and to Bill Betterini for taking fabulous pictures.

Enjoy a Gallery of Variety Show Pictures Here

Join Us for the 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time

October 20, 2024

4:00 PM Vigil at St. James

9:00 AM at St. Elizabeth Seton

and livestreamed

11:00 AM at St. James

Join Us for All Saints Day

Friday, November 1

*** Holy Day of Obligation ***

8:00 AM at St. James

and livestreamed

Noon at St. James

7:00 PM at St. Elizabeth Seton

Did You Miss Confirmation the First Time Around?

We Can Help With That

It’s never too late. Even if you are way “past the age” or even a little ;-) ...and not yet Confirmed...you can be. You certainly are not alone. It happens for a variety of reasons. We’re here to help you get “caught up”!

So..If you have not yet received the Sacrament of Confirmation and would like to, contact Deacon Michael at dcnmichael@sjbrh.org (best) or by phone at 860-563-5151. Leave a message and we’ll get back to you.

Other Fun Tidbits

Our parish apparel store is open through November 1, 2024 to give everyone the opportunity to purchase winter weather swag. The fall sale will offer long sleeved t-shirts, sweatshirts, and 3/4 zip pullovers all boasting our beautiful parish logo!

Click Here to Order Today

Winter Clothing Collection

Our Parish Winter Clothing Collection has begun. We accept winter weather clothing in clean, good to excellent condition. Place donations in the collection bin in the front foyer of St. James Church (behind the divider). Unfortunately we are no longer able to accept household goods.

Volunteers Needed!

Planning for our annual Holiday Fair is well underway. We need lots of volunteers to help make it all happen! Click the button below or scan the QR Code to sign up to help! If you prefer to talk to someone about volunteering, call Kathy Alexander at 860-563-5859.

Click Here to Volunteer at the Holiday Fair