That Man is You! Men's Prayer Group addresses the pressures and temptations that men face in our modern culture, especially those relating to their roles as husbands and fathers. The program harmonizes current social and medical science with the teachings of the Church and the wisdom of the saints to develop the vision of man fully alive!
Every Saturday morning
8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
8:30 breakfast
9:00 program (video)
9:30 to 10:00 small group
10:00 to 10:30 clean up and end
Contact: Deacon Andrew Hogan
(413) 297-5000
[email protected]
The Fellowship, a new men's group is a fraternal brotherhood created to challenge and encourage each other to be the men God is calling us to be: Men for others. "The Fellowship" is based out of St Mary's Parish in Westfield MA. If you live near the Westfield area and are looking for community, feel free to joln us. Friday nights @ 7:00 p.m. St. Mary's Parish Center, Bartlett St., Westfield
Emmanuel Catholic Charismatic Prayer Group meets at 7pm – 8:30pm the first Friday of every month at Holy Name Social Center, 53 Alderman Street, Springfield, MA. Praise & Pray the Psalms, Read Scripture & Prophecy. All are welcome
All are welcome to join this Prayer Group Ministry at St. Mary’s Church, 519 Longmeadow St., Longmeadow.. Group will meet every other Tuesday from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m., to pray the Flame of Love, Rosary and learn more. Open to all ages.
Are you looking to grow in your faith or for Community and Connection this year? Gather with other mom’s in our parish community to play and pray together! The Catholic Mom’s Group of St Michael’s Parish in East Longmeadow exists to encourage each other in the beautiful mess of motherhood and grow in faith and spiritual friendship. We would love for you to join us if you’re looking to connect with other women of faith whether you just found out you’re pregnant or a seasoned mother, if you’re staying home with littles, doing home education or working outside the home this group is for you. Join us for: Daytime Play Dates Homeschool Outings Afterschool Meet Ups Evenings of fun, fellowship or study For more information and details of upcoming events contact Grace, Megan & Natalie at [email protected].
Saint Patrick’s Parish on Main Street in South Hadley hosts a weekly toddler playgroup at their Social Center (please use the School Street entrance). The playgroup is held each Thursday from 9:30-11:30 a.m. and all are welcome. The group is open year-round and snack time is provided. This is a free event but donations are appreciated. Any questions? Contact the rectory at 413-532-2850 or [email protected]
African Mass & Potluck Dinner – Celebrate African culture every 1st Sunday of the month at St. Brigid’s Parish, 122 N Pleasant St., Amherst, MA 01002. Everyone is welcome – All nationalities. Mass at 4:30 pm, followed by a potluck international dinner, dance, fellowship, and more. For more information, contact the Parish office at 413-256-6181 or [email protected].
The St Michael Fraternity of the Secular Franciscan Order meets monthly on the 3rd Sunday at 2 p.m. at St. Stanislaus Basilica, Front Street, Chicopee, MA. All are welcome to join us for community prayer, ongoing formation and socialization. Please contact Ellen Donahue at 413-594-6861 for more information.
The St. Joseph’s Chapter of the Discalced Carmelites, Secular meets every fourth Saturday of the month at Our Lady of Czestochowa Parish in Turners Falls. For more information call Judith Nero, community president, at 802.254.4818.
The Mother of God Community of Lay Carmelites meets at the Jericho Pastoral Education Center in Holyoke on the first Sunday of the month. For more information contact Mary Bart, community director, at 413.268.7201 or [email protected]
The St. Elizabeth of the Trinity Community of Discalced Carmelites, Secular meets monthly at St. Mary Church and Parish Center, Longmeadow. Secular Discalced Carmelites from the region pray and serve in the spirit of the order founded by Sts. Teresa of Avila and John of the Cross. For more information, call Trish Regan, community president, at 413.567.6816.
The St. Padre Pio of Pietrelcina Prayer Group meets the first Saturday of each month at St. Stanislaus Basilica, 556 Front St., Chicopee beginning with confessions from 9-10a.m. The rosary is prayed at 10:30a.m., followed by Mass at 11. The regular monthly meeting is held after the Mass. All are welcome! For more information, contact Frances at 413.736.0853.
Please join Catholics for the Unborn for a PRO-LIFE VIGIL starting at 10:00a.m. on the second Thursday of each month at the Cathedral of Saint Michael the Archangel in Springfield. The vigil opens with Exposition, followed by Recitation of the Rosary, the Divine Mercy Chaplet, Adoration, and Benediction at 12:00p.m. followed by daily Mass at 12:10p.m. For more information email Carolee McGrath at [email protected]. All are welcome.
Men of St. Joseph – Meet every Wednesday 7:30-8:30p.m. at St. Francis of Assisi Belchertown. Meetings consist of Bible readings, reflection and prayer. Meetings are held in the office conference room. For more information, email John Rakouskas at [email protected] or Steve Corbin at [email protected].
Prayer Shawl Ministry If you are interested in learning to knit or crochet for this ministry, join us! Meets every 3rd Tuesday of the month at 11a.m. Meetings are held in the Tovet Room of St. Francis of Assisi in Belchertown. For more information call Bonnie Miller 413.253.2293 or Diane Plante 413.237.3001.
Women of Grace – Current program uses the book “What Would Monica Do? – Consolation, hope, and inspiration in the spirit of St. Monica for those bearing the cross of a loved one who is away from the Faith.” Book is available through Amazon for $20 and Barnes & Nobles for $18. Women of all ages are invited to join us! Meetings are held on the 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 6:30p.m. – 8:30p.m. in the Tovet Room of St. Francis of Assisi in Belchertown. For information call Rita Lee 774.200.6464 or Anne Werbicki 413.301.3409.
Order of Franciscan Seculars – The St. Pio OFS is a religious order of lay brothers and sisters who share in the Gospel way of life in the footprints of St. Francis Assisi and St. Clare. Meets 2nd Thursday of every month at 6p.m. St. Francis of Assisi Belchertown in the Tovet Room. For more information call Lynn Carney OFS 413.323.5537 or Mary Carey 413.888.7009.
Mats for the Homeless Ministry Use recycled plastic shopping bags to make hats for the homeless! Meets on the 4th Monday of the month from 5:30-7p.m. in the Pine Room at St. Francis of Assisi in Belchertown. For more information call Becky Walton 413.345.1757.
Knights of Columbus – St. Francis of Assisi Council, meets on the 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month. For more information email [email protected] or call PGK Tom Curto 413.537.3031.
That Man Is You! (TMIY) Men’s Group – Gain a Scriptural vision of authentic manhood, especially in his relationship to his family and society through practical means to become a man after God’s own heart. Join on Saturdays 7:15 – 8:45a.m. in the Pine Room at St. Francis of Assisi Belchertown. For more information contact Dcn. John Murray via email at [email protected].