Welcome to Bl. Michael McGivney Parish Uniting the Catholic Churches of the Elm City Visit Us Weekly Bulletin Mass Times Parish Updates Contact Us On July 1, 2023, the Churches of St. Aedan, St. Anthony, St. Francis, St. Joseph, St. Martin de Porres, St. Mary, St. Michael, and St. Stanislaus (the Parishes of St. Aedan & Brendan, St. Anthony, Our Lady of Guadalupe, St. Mary, St. Martin de Porres, St. Michael, and St. Stanislaus) were merged to form Blessed Michael McGivney Parish of New Haven, Connecticut, in accordance with canons 121 & 515 §2 of the Code of Canon Law. Though our churches of the Elm City span different cultures, languages, and traditions, we are all united in the Body of Christ. St. Aedan Church 112 Fountain St, New Haven CT 06515 ​203-389-2619 staedan@newhavencatholic.org St. Anthony Church 70 Washington Ave, New Haven CT 06519 Mail/Office: 25 Gold St, New Haven CT 06519 203-624-1418 stanthony@newhavencatholic.org St. Francis of Assisi Church 397 Ferry St, New Haven CT 06513 203-865-6149 stfrancis@newhavencatholic.org St. Joseph Church 129 Edwards St, New Haven CT 06511 Mail: PO Box 9286, New Haven CT 06533 203-562-6193 stmary@newhavencatholic.org St. Martin de Porres Church 136 Dixwell Ave, New Haven CT 06511 203-624-9944 stmartindeporres@newhavencatholic.org St. Mary Church 5 Hillhouse Ave, New Haven CT 06511 Mail: PO Box 9286, New Haven CT 06533 203-562-6193 stmary@newhavencatholic.org St. Michael Church 29 Wooster Pl, New Haven CT 06511 203-562-7178 stmichael@newhavencatholic.org St. Stanislaus Church 9 Eld St, New Haven CT 06511 203-562-2828 ​ststanislaus@newhavencatholic.org May 18-19, 2024 New Haven, CT Learn More Blessed Fr. Michael McGivney BEATIFIED Learn More Join the Community BECOME A PARISHIONER If you're new to the New Haven, CT area or have been attending one of the churches of Bl. Michael McGivney Parish for awhile, consider registering as a parishioner. Learn More Back to Top Send us your email PARISH UPDATES Subscribe for Parish Information Download MY PARISH APP Bl. Michael McGivney Parish has an App! It contains daily Mass readings, reminders, news feeds, a confession guide, and Catholic prayers. ​Once downloaded, open it, and select Bl. Michael McGivney Parish.

Parish Staff Fr. Ryan Lerner Pastor in Solidum & Moderator (203) 562-6193 Ext. 247 fr.lerner@newhavencatholic.org Fr. Hector Rangel Pastor in Solidum (203) 865-6149 fr.rangel@newhavencatholic.org Fr. Sebastian Kos Pastor in Solidum (203) 562-2828 fr.kos@newhavencatholic.org Fr. Joseph MacNeill Parochial Vicar (203) 562-6193 Ex t. 115 fr.macneill@newhavencatholic.org Fr. Vincent Curran Parochial Vicar (203) 562-6193 Fr. Elmer Ramirez Parochial Vicar (203) 865-6149 fr.ramirez@newhavencatholic.org Martin O'Connor Deacon moconnor@newhavencatholic.org Ernie Scrivani, T.O., Carm. Deacon escrivani@newhavencatholic.org Larry Yergeau Deacon lyergeau@newhavencatholic.org Suzanne McDermott Director of Operations ​ (203) 562-6193 Ext. 117 smcdermott@newhavencatholic.org Daniel A. Dunphy Director of Finance (203) 562-6193 Ext. 150 ddunphy@newhavencatholic.org Emily Naylor Director of Communications (20 3) 562-6193 Ext. 134 communications@newhavencatholic.org

St. Mary Church Music Ministry The Music Ministry of St. Mary Church consists of an adult choir , a youth choir , and a children's choir , and is led by Muriel Maharidge, who has been a parishioner at St. Mary’s since 2010 and holds a Doctorate in Choral Conducting. Muriel also serves as St. Mary’s principal cantor. Our principal organist is Laura Intravia, who started working with us in the Fall of 2022. Follow the links above for more details regarding membership and schedule for each choir. Read on for general information about the ministry. Note that St. Joseph's and St. Mary’s Church have their own distinct music ministry. Those wishing to get involved with the 8:30 AM Sunday Mass at St. Joseph should contact Jim DeLucia (see St. Joseph Church Choir information here). ​ Our Ministry: The beauty and the dignity of the liturgy is at the core of our work. In his apostolic exhortation Evangelii Gaudium , His Holiness Pope Francis states, “Every expression of true beauty can […] be acknowledged as a path leading to an encounter with the Lord Jesus” and encourages us to have “a renewed esteem for beauty as a means of touching the human heart and enabling the truth and goodness of the Risen Christ to radiate within it” (#167). ​ Being a Choir Member: Anyone with some desire or ability to sing should feel encouraged to be a part of the music ministry, regardless of the extent of their formal musical training, because each choir practice includes systematic vocal coaching and musical formation . In other words: you provide the ‘raw vocal material’ and enthusiasm/assiduity, and we provide all the necessary training! Participation in a liturgical choir allows a privileged way to worship and deeper understanding of the liturgy; it is also a great gift of time and talent to make to one’s Creator, from which the entire congregation benefits. On a personal level, choral singing often leads to meaningful friendships and is a wonderful source of joy and artistic growth. There is much to give and much to gain! ​ Sacred Music at St. Mary - Its Purpose and Historical Roots: By definition, the sacred is what is ‘set apart for God .' When Moses approaches the Burning Bush, he is told to remove his sandals, which had been taking him through all the ordinary paths of life. Likewise, when we enter into the liturgy, we hope to orient ourselves fully toward God, and leave at the threshold our everyday ways and concerns. With this in mind, authentic sacred music ought to be, by design, particularly oriented toward God and completely distinct in style from what can be heard in everyday life. It is meant to lead hearts and minds into contemplation of the Divine and “disposed for the reception of the fruits of grace belonging to the celebration of the most holy mysteries” (Pope St. Pius X, Tra le Sollecitudini) . Sacrosanctum Concilium , the constitution on the Sacred Liturgy promulgated by His Holiness Pope St. Paul VI in 1963, in the context of the Second Vatican Council, continued to acknowledge Gregorian chant as “specially suited to the Roman liturgy” and “therefore, other things being equal, it should be given pride of place in liturgical services." What gives chant this special suitability is that, unlike most other music, chant is made to adapt entirely to the text, which is treated as primordial over musical or poetic considerations such as meter or rhymes. Furthermore, the text used in chant is exclusively Biblical. While the Church used Latin for centuries, and could not, at the switch into liturgy in the vernacular, respond promptly to the demand for chant translated into modern languages (as it required writing all new music fitting the translated texts), such English versions of the chanted texts of Mass and the Divine Office have since become available. We make regular use of them at our 10:30 AM liturgy. While hymns came to be ubiquitous at Mass, in the time before translated chant could be obtained, congregants may have lost the awareness that the original structure of the Mass prescribes not only the reading but also the singing of specific, unique texts each Sunday . These sung texts, known collectively as the Proper of the Mass, are the musical counterpart of the readings and deepen the reflection on the readings’ meaning. They consist of a short Scripture quote, acting as an ‘antiphon’ (i.e. akin to a refrain) with passages of the psalms used as verses. The texts of the Proper of the Mass are sung during the Entrance Procession, the Offertory, and Communion. To grant all a more immediate understanding, these chants are regularly offered at St. Mary’s in their English version. Occasionally, especially at Communion when time allows, both the decade-old English and the centuries-old Latin version are sung. ​ On special occasions, the choir might offer a newly-composed polyphonic version or draw from the treasure trove of music by great composers who worked for the Catholic Church from the Renaissance onward. Unfortunately, a great number of masterpieces of old are now too long to be suitable for use in our modern liturgy. They are still invaluable for deepening private devotion. Every Sunday, the congregation is encouraged to join in the singing of the Ordinary, which is the collective name for all sung prayers that remain the same from Sunday to Sunday. Depending on the week and the liturgical season, we sing these in English or in Latin, which offers the most universality of use and the longest history. The chants of the Ordinary are: Kyrie eleison (‘Lord have mercy’ which is uniquely featured in ancient Greek), Gloria (‘Glory to God in the Highest’), Sanctus (‘Holy, Holy, Holy’), and Agnus Dei (‘Lamb of God’). At the conclusion of Mass, all are invited to raise their voices in the singing of the final hymn, from our “Worship” hymnal, found in the pews. If look forward picking up this red book at the end of Mass, it is a sure sign that you should prayerfully consider joining one of our choirs! ​ The Choirs of St. Mary Church: ​ Adult Mixed Choir / Male Schola Contact: Please email Dr. Muriel Maharidge, Director of Music, to register: murielmaharidge@gmail.com - new members are welcome year-round. Membership: The choir is open to all. Rather than an audition, membership is confirmed after a simple trial period. We strive to keep sections balanced with each other (ideally, 4 to 6 singers on each part) and are at the time in special need of bass singers (low male voices). Regular rehearsal time: Wednesday 6:15 - 7:30 PM (occasionally later when the season demands it) Participation in liturgies: Currently, in the context of rebuilding our ensembles after the pandemic, the preparation of all special feasts and solemnities takes precedence over the weekly presence of the choirs at Mass. In the coming year, as all the music for the highlights of the liturgical year is progressively mastered, additional repertoire for more regular use will be added. The mixed choir is especially involved during Advent, Lent, Holy Week, Eastertide, and other liturgical highlights. Schola: Occasionally, the men will be practicing chant alone as a Schola for the liturgical seasons of Advent and Lent. This is a great opportunity to approach singing for those who do not yet have experience singing in parts. ​ Youth Choir Contact: Please email Dr. Muriel Maharidge, Director of Music, to register yourself or your daughter(s): murielmaharidge@gmail.com - new members are welcome year-round. Membership: Ladies ages 12 and up. Young adults are also welcome. Junior members as young as 10 may be admitted based on readiness. Note that boys whose voice has changed are welcome to inquire about the adult choir. Regular rehearsal time: Wednesday 4:45 - 6 PM Participation in liturgies: Currently, in the context of rebuilding our ensembles after the pandemic, the preparation of all special feasts and solemnities takes precedence over the weekly presence of the choirs at Mass. In the coming year, as all the music for the highlights of the liturgical year is progressively mastered, additional repertoire for more regular use will be added. The Youth Choir is essential for two of our most special celebrations: the Christmas Midnight Mass and the Great Vigil of Easter. The choir also participate in regular monthly liturgies, especially for solemnities. ​ Children’s Choir ​ Contact: Please email Dr. Muriel Maharidge, Director of Music, to register your child(ren): murielmaharidge@gmail.com - new members are welcome year-round. Membership: Singers are welcome even at a very young age, based on readiness. (The youngest singers usually feel more confident on a parent’s lap). Between ages 10 and 12, singers may transition to the Youth Choir, but alumni are always welcome to stay and help! Regular rehearsal time: selected Sundays 9:30 - 10:15 AM, or as announced (at first, rehearsals might be shorter) - The frequency of rehearsal varies through the year. All rehearsals are open to the presence of parents and siblings, but we please ask for everyone’s help in keeping our work environment as quiet as possible. Participation in liturgies: For part of the year, participation in the children’s choir is done for its own sake, and children have an opportunity to learn about the the structure of Mass, the liturgical seasons, the functioning of their voices, the long history of Catholic sacred music, and the role of beauty in the worship of God. They gain confidence in their singing and discover a new way to open their hearts to God by learning traditional hymns, Gregorian chant, and easy rounds. Our singers also receive vocal training and learn rudiments of Latin. Each year, the Children’s Choir sings at the highlight of our liturgical year, at the Christmas and Easter morning Mass. Adult Mixed Choir / Male Schola Youth Choir Children's Choir

Confirmation "Baptism, the Eucharist, and the sacrament of Confirmation together constitute the 'sacraments of Christian initiation,' whose unity must be safeguarded. It must be explained to the faithful that the reception of the sacrament of Confirmation is necessary for the completion of baptismal grace. For 'by the sacrament of Confirmation, [the baptized] are more perfectly bound to the Church and are enriched with a special strength of the Holy Spirit. Hence they are, as true witnesses of Christ, more strictly obliged to spread and defend the faith by word and deed.'" ( Catechism of the Catholic Church 1285 ) Contact Us What obligations do parents take upon themselves when asking to have their baby baptized? In choosing to have your child baptized in the Catholic Church, you are accepting the responsibility of raising him or her in the practice of the Catholic Faith. The preparation process is conducted under the assumption that at least one of the parents is a believing and practicing Roman Catholic. It is an occasion to reflect on your faith, the faith of the Church, and how you live it out and hand it on in the life of your child. Whether you have been away for a while, or you have a pew at Church that practically has your name on it, your child’s baptism is an opportunity to rediscover and renew your commitment to your Faith in Christ by deeper engagement with the Church. It is as much a chance for a new beginning for you as it is for your child, as you introduce him or her to the full sweep and significance of the Gospel which, if it were all recounted, “the world itself could not contain all the books that would be written”. (John 21:25) For more information, use the 'Contact Us' button above. How do I schedule a date and time? Baptisms and Baptism Preparation are held at various times at our various parish churches. For more information, use the 'Contact Us' button above. Who will administer the Sacrament? Ordinarily, one of the parish priests or deacons will celebrate baptisms in the parish. If a family has a special relationship with a priest or deacon from outside the parish, he is most welcome to come and celebrate the baptism. If you are interested in having a particular priest from the parish baptize your child, feel free to let the Parish Staff know. Visiting priests or deacons must obtain the necessary permission from the parish to conduct the baptism. We will do our best to accommodate your requests. How do I select a Godparent? Each child must have at least one, but may have two godparents or sponsors. If there are two godparents, they must be a godfather and godmother. One godparent must be a practicing and believing Roman Catholic who has received the Sacraments of the Eucharist and Confirmation, be at least 16 years old, and (if married) in a valid Catholic marriage recognized by the Church. Canon Law sets these expectations and expects godparents to be good witnesses of Catholic faith, because it is through baptism that one enters the Church. If someone close to the family is a great example of Christian faith, but is not Catholic, there is the possibility of having such a person act as a witness to the ceremony in a role similar to that of a godparent, but distinct from it. Godparents may be represented by proxies if they are unable to be present for the ceremony. Those serving as proxies must fulfill the same requirements as godparents. Catholics serving as godparents must contact their parish and obtain a sponsor letter or certificate. Please bring the letter or certificate to the baptism. What is the offering cost? Please contact the church you are scheduling the Baptism at to inquire about a Baptism Offering using the "Contact Us" button above. What if I am an adult and would like to receive Baptism? You are invited to find out more about the Roman Catholic Church by participating in the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA). More information can be found here.

St. Stanislaus Church Established 1901 The founding of St. Stanislaus Parish in New Haven bears eloquent testimony to the faith and dogged patriotism of the first Polish immigrant to New Haven. Despite the difficulties of adjusting to their new surroundings, language and customs, they left behind a beautiful church so that subsequent generations of parishioners could come together as a people of God. ​ The parish had its beginnings on February 2, 1896 when the Polish immigrants from the city of New Haven came together to form the St. Stanislaus Society. This society became the nucleus for the future St. Stanislaus Parish. Initially the group gathered for Mass at the German St. Boniface Church in New Haven, but in 1900 they began to make plans for a location of their own. A delegation from the St. Stanislaus Society petitioned Most Reverend Michael Tierney of the Hartford Diocese for permission to organize a parish. Bishop Tierney agreed and appointed Reverent Stanislaus Musiel to be pastor of the rising parish on September 12, 1900. ​ Father Musiel celebrated the first Mass at St. Boniface Germania Hall on Wooster Street on September 16. A year later, on December 28, 1901, the parish was officially founded and the pastor purchased a home and grocery store on Dwight Street and had it converted to a chapel. ​ On January 1, 1904, the Bishop entrusted the new parish to the Polish Vincentian Fathers and Reverend George Glogowski, CM, became the pastor. The Vincentians began their stewardship of the parish by offering a popular mission. The mission was a great spiritual experience for those who attended. The mission also revealed that the number of Polish immigrants in New Haven was far greater than expected. Their original chapel on Dwight Street would not be adequate to accommodate the numbers. ​ The pastor, Father Glogowski, bought an old Swedish Lutheran church with two houses on St. John Street. The church was large enough to accommodate the growing numbers of parishioners but it also supplied a rectory for the priests. The church was renovated and a steeple was added. Most Reverend Michael Tierney, Bishop of Hartford, dedicated the church on October 23, 1904 and placed it under the patronage of St. Stanislaus. In 1907 Reverend Anthony Mazurkiewicz, CM, became pastor. During his years as pastor, Father Mazurkiewicz eliminated the parish debt and opened a parochial school for the parish children in the basement of the Church, run by the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth. ​ The parish continued to grow very rapidly and by 1910 it was evident that they had outgrown both the church and the parish school. Father Mazurkiewicz began to look for a property that would be more centrally located in the city of New Haven. He found an abandoned church on the corner of State and Eld Streets, the present location of St. Stanislaus Parish. By 1911, the property was cleared and the foundation for the present church was laid. On Decoration Day in 1912, Most Reverent John Joseph Nilan, Bishop of Hartford, blessed the cornerstone of the new church. Just a year later, on April 27, 1913, the first Mass was said in the new church. A solemn Mass of dedication was celebrated by Bishop Nilan on May 30, 1913. ​ The parochial school was moved to the basement of the church where it remained for the next nine years. The parish also quickly acquired the adjacent lots and properties. In 1921, the parish demolished three houses on State Street in order to build a new school. It was completed in 1929. In 1993, St. Stanislaus School merged with St. Michael School. Both closed in 1995. ​ The interior of the church has changed over the years. In 1925, the pastor, Reverend Joseph Janowski, CM, commissioned artist P. Mazur to paint the many frescoes on the interior of the church. Stained glass windows from Aachen, Germany were installed in 1926. I n 1942 the pastor, Reverend Karol Pacherski, CM, commissioned Vincent Murdo of New Haven to beautify the interior of the church. “The Christianization of Poland in the 10th Century,” was chosen as the theme. The renovations were completed in 1943. A blessing for the redecorated church was held on October 11, 1943. In 1972, the original organ was rebuilt. Because the second Vatican Council had called for Mass to now be said facing the people of God, a new altar was installed. The rendition of the Last Supper was moved from the high altar to the front of the new Vatican II altar. The last major renovation in the church took place in anticipation of the 100 year anniversary of the parish by then pastor, Reverend Waclaw Hlond, CM. O n April 25, 1979, the New Haven Preservation Trust proclaimed the church building noteworthy for its distinguished interior. ​ In 2021, the Archdiocesan plan for the city of New Haven called for diocesan priests to serve at St. Stanislaus and the seven other churches in New Haven. The Vincentian Fathers currently still serve at other parishes in Connecticut and New York.

Baptism Space Usage Request Form For events being held at St. Mary or St. Joseph campuses. Any questions, feel free to contact the Parish Office. Once submitted, a member of the Parish Staff will contact you. Name of Group or Individual Primary Contact Name (First & Last) Primary Contact Email Primary Contact Phone Number Secondary Contact Name (First & Last) Secondary Contact Email Secondary Contact Phone Number Person Responsible for Cleaning Up the Space Request Type Choose an option Usage Description Date Location Choose an option Start time(s) for each date End time(s) for each date Frequency (e.g., every Tuesday, second Saturday of the month) List all dates Dates you know usage will not occur (Important: Please check a calendar for holidays, holy days, etc., e.g., Christmas Week, Holy Week, Thanksgiving for Thursday Meetings, Ash Wednesday for Wednesday meetings, etc. If there are no dates when usage will not occur, please enter "None") Facility Needs (choose all that apply) Tables Chairs Audio/Visual Equipment Oven Kitchen Serving Food Communication Needs (choose all that apply) Poster Bulletin Social Media Set-Up Needs Expected Number of Participants Serving Alcohol? Choose an option Does this event require the additonal LIQUOR LIABILITY COVERAGE? (If liquor is to be sold or cost included with the ticket price, and/or license or permit is required in order for you to furnish alcohol, you must obtain Liquor Liability coverage by separate application) Choose an option Additional Notes Request the Space Thank you for your request! We'll get back to you as soon as we can.

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Visit Us St. Aedan Church 112 Fountain St New Haven, CT 06515 Directions Parking & Access Parking is available in the parking lot adjacent to St. Aedan Church, as well as free street parking on Alden and McKinley Avenues. ​ An accessibility ramp is located on the McKinley Avenue side of the church. St. Anthony Church 70 Washington Ave New Haven, CT 06519 Directions Parking & Access Parking is available in the parking lot adjacent to St. Anthony Church. Metered street parking is available on Washington Ave (free on Sundays). Additional free off-street parking is available in Yale Lot 94 on Washington Ave and Yale Lot 99 on Lafayette St (open to the public on weekends). ​ There is an accessibility ramp on the parking lot side of the church. St. Francis Church 397 Ferry St New Haven, CT 06513 Directions Parking & Access Parking is available in the All Saints Catholic Academy parking lot adjacent to St. Francis Church (weekends only). Free street parking is available on Ferry Street. ​ An accessibility ramp is located on the parking lot side of the church. St. Joseph Church 129 Edwards Street New Haven, CT 06511 Directions Parking & Access Parking is available in the parking lot adjacent to St. Joseph Church, as well as free street parking on Edwards Street. Additional free off-street parking is available in the Clifford Beers parking lot (weekends only). ​ An accessibility ramp is located on the parking lot side of the church. St. Martin de Porres Church 136 Dixwell Ave New Haven, CT 06511 Directions Parking & Access Parking is available in the parking lot adjacent to St. Martin de Porres Church, as well as free street parking on Dixwell Ave. ​ There is an accessibility ramp on the Webster Street entrance to the church. St. Mary Church 5 Hillhouse Ave New Haven, CT 06511 Directions Parking & Access Metered parking is available along Hillhouse Avenue, Grove Street, Temple Street, and Trumbull Street (all free on Sundays). There is a limited number of unmetered parking spots directly in front of the Church. Free off-street parking is available in Yale Lot 37V at 80 Trumbull St (weekends only). An elevator is available for access to the Church and Parish Hall. It is located at side entrance of the Church between Hillhouse Avenue and Temple Street, next to the Rectory. St. Michael Church 29 Wooster Pl New Haven, CT 06511 Directions Parking & Access Parking is available in the parking lot adjacent to St. Michael Church, as well as free street parking on Wooster Place. Additional free off-street parking is available at Iovanne Funeral Home (weekends only). ​ An accessibility ramp is located behind the church but is DROP OFF only - no parking is available next to the ramp. St. Stanislaus Church 9 Eld St New Haven, CT 06511 Directions Parking & Access Parking is available in the parking lot behind St. Stanislaus Church, as well as free street parking on Eld Street and in front of the church on State Street. Additional free off-street parking is available at Lupinski Funeral Home (weekends only). Paid parking near the church is available at the State/Trumbull and State/Pulaski city parking lots, as well as metered street parking on State St across from the State/Trumbull lot. ​ An accessibility ramp is located on the Eld Street side of the church.

Parish Updates Please read below for important Parish Updates as we continue the process of merging together into one parish community. Revision of City-Wide Mass Schedule, Effective April 6/7, 2024 The next revision of the city-wide Mass Schedule will be taking place on April 6/7, 2024 - Divine Mercy Sunday, the Sunday after Easter. While we fully acknowledge the difficulties of change, please know that this revision is the result of countless hours of prayer, study of the data, and consultation with the parish staff and leadership. It ensures that Masses will be celebrated in each of our 8 churches with the resources we currently have available, so that we can continue to build up the Body of Christ in New Haven. Masses Going Away: 4PM Saturday Vigil at St. Anthony Church (and 3PM Confessions) 5PM Saturday Vigil at St. Joseph Church (and 4PM Confessions) 7:30 AM Daily and 7:30 AM Sunday Mass at St. Martin de Porres Church 2PM Sunday Latin Mass at St. Stanislaus Church (as of 1/14/24) Mass Times Changed: 9AM Sunday Mass at St. Anthony Church changed to 8AM 9AM Sunday Mass at St. Francis Church changed to 9:30 AM 10:30 AM Sunday Mass at St. Mary Church changed to 11AM Please read the important letter from the Pastors in Solidum if you have not yet had a chance to read it, which details the reasons behind this change, as well as reference the graph of 2023 data. English Letter Spanish Letter (Español) Polish Letter (Polski) Creation of New Parish Pastoral and Finance Councils Our newly formed Blessed Michael McGivney Pastoral and Finance Councils met for the first time in October 2023, and continue to meet on a regular basis. Each council is made up of representatives from each of our churches. Decree of Merger On July 1, 2023, the parishes of Saints Aedan and Brendan, Saint Anthony, Saint Martin de Porres, Saint Mary, Saint Michael, Our Lady of Guadalupe and Saint Stanislaus, will merge to form a new parish to be known as Blessed Michael McGivney Parish of New Haven, Connecticut, in accordance with canons 121 & 515 §2 of the Code of Canon Law. On June 7, 2023, Archbishop Leonard P. Blair issued a decree effecting the merger of the aforementioned parishes.​ Decree of Merger New Haven Catholic Implementation Team Documentation SWOT Analysis SWOT stands for Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats. A SWOT analysis is a technique utilized for assessing four aspects of an organization. Summary Report Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish Saint Anthony Parish Saint Martin de Porres Parish Saint Mary Parish Saint Michael Parish Saint Stanislaus Parish Monthly Team Meetings Implementation team meetings are held on a monthly basis, with representation from all parishes. Representatives were appointed by their respective Parish Pastor. November 2022 Meeting Overview November 2022 Meeting Minutes January 2023 Meeting Overview January 2023 Meeting Minutes February 2023 Meeting Overview February 2023 Meeting Minutes March 2023 Meeting Overview March 2023 Meeting Minutes April 2023 Meeting Overview April 2023 Meeting Minutes May 2023 Meeting Overview May 2023 Meeting Minutes Reference Documentation Implementation team reference material is taken from the Archdiocese, developed, or gathered from other relevant sources. Canonical Process C.G.S. Section 33-158 Modification of Parishes New Haven Catholic FAQS October '22 Mass Attendance Extinctive Union Decree Address from Archbishop Blair to the Catholic Faithful of New Haven "While the churches in the city of New Haven experienced some alteration during the first wave of Pastoral Planning in 2017, the plan now is to initiate an even more substantial change to support its Catholic population. Instead of simply closing or merging weakening or failing parishes, the goal is to bring the priests, churches, ministries, and resources of the city together, uniting them in the hopes of creating a stronger, more vibrant Catholic community and culture. Thus the Archdiocese will now be implementing a new, united ‘municipal model’ for the city of New Haven. The several parishes in New Haven will be brought together into a single new entity, still keeping a number of existing church buildings and serving thousands of diverse parishioners." Archbishop's Address

Confession "Those who approach the sacrament of Penance obtain pardon from God's mercy for the offense committed against him, and are, at the same time, reconciled with the Church which they have wounded by their sins and which by charity, by example, and by prayer labors for their conversion." ​ ​ ( Catechism of the Catholic Church 1422 ) Contact Us What obligations do parents take upon themselves when asking to have their baby baptized? In choosing to have your child baptized in the Catholic Church, you are accepting the responsibility of raising him or her in the practice of the Catholic Faith. The preparation process is conducted under the assumption that at least one of the parents is a believing and practicing Roman Catholic. It is an occasion to reflect on your faith, the faith of the Church, and how you live it out and hand it on in the life of your child. Whether you have been away for a while, or you have a pew at Church that practically has your name on it, your child’s baptism is an opportunity to rediscover and renew your commitment to your Faith in Christ by deeper engagement with the Church. It is as much a chance for a new beginning for you as it is for your child, as you introduce him or her to the full sweep and significance of the Gospel which, if it were all recounted, “the world itself could not contain all the books that would be written”. (John 21:25) For more information, use the 'Contact Us' button above. How do I schedule a date and time? Baptisms and Baptism Preparation are held at various times at our various parish churches. For more information, use the 'Contact Us' button above. Who will administer the Sacrament? Ordinarily, one of the parish priests or deacons will celebrate baptisms in the parish. If a family has a special relationship with a priest or deacon from outside the parish, he is most welcome to come and celebrate the baptism. If you are interested in having a particular priest from the parish baptize your child, feel free to let the Parish Staff know. Visiting priests or deacons must obtain the necessary permission from the parish to conduct the baptism. We will do our best to accommodate your requests. How do I select a Godparent? Each child must have at least one, but may have two godparents or sponsors. If there are two godparents, they must be a godfather and godmother. One godparent must be a practicing and believing Roman Catholic who has received the Sacraments of the Eucharist and Confirmation, be at least 16 years old, and (if married) in a valid Catholic marriage recognized by the Church. Canon Law sets these expectations and expects godparents to be good witnesses of Catholic faith, because it is through baptism that one enters the Church. If someone close to the family is a great example of Christian faith, but is not Catholic, there is the possibility of having such a person act as a witness to the ceremony in a role similar to that of a godparent, but distinct from it. Godparents may be represented by proxies if they are unable to be present for the ceremony. Those serving as proxies must fulfill the same requirements as godparents. Catholics serving as godparents must contact their parish and obtain a sponsor letter or certificate. Please bring the letter or certificate to the baptism. What is the offering cost? Please contact the church you are scheduling the Baptism at to inquire about a Baptism Offering using the "Contact Us" button above. What if I am an adult and would like to receive Baptism? You are invited to find out more about the Roman Catholic Church by participating in the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA). More information can be found here.

Mass Times Daily Mass Monday-Friday - 7:00 AM - St. Stanislaus Church Monday-Friday - 12:00 PM - St. Mary Church Monday-Friday - 5:00 PM - St. Joseph Church Monday-Thursday - 5:30 PM - St. Thomas More Chapel at Yale (only during Academic Year) Tuesday & Wednesday - 7:00 PM - St. Francis Church (Spanish) Thursday - 9:00 AM - St. Francis Church (All Saints Catholic Academy School Mass) First Friday - 7:00 PM - St. Stanislaus Church (Polish) Saturday - 8:00 AM - St. Stanislaus Church Saturday Vigil Mass 4:30 PM - St. Stanislaus Church Sunday Mass 8:00 AM - St. Anthony Church 8:30 AM - St. Joseph Church 9:00 AM - St. Aedan Church 9:30 AM - St. Francis Church 9:30 AM - St. Michael Church 10:00 AM - St. Martin de Porres Church 10:00 AM - St. Thomas More Chapel at Yale 10:00 AM - St. Stanislaus Church (Polish) 11:00 AM - St. Mary Church 11:00 AM - St. Francis Church (Spanish) 1:00 PM - St. Anthony Church (Spanish) 5:00 PM - St. Mary Church 5:00 PM - St. Thomas More Chapel at Yale (Only During Academic Year) 9:00 PM - St. Thomas More Chapel at Yale (Only During Academic Year) Sacrament of Reconciliation Monday-Friday - following 7:00 AM Mass - St. Stanislaus Church Monday-Friday - 11:15-11:50 AM - St. Mary Church Monday-Thursday - 5:00-5:25 PM - St. Thomas More Chapel at Yale (only during Academic Year) Tuesday - 6:00-7:00 PM - St. Francis Church (Spanish/English) Wednesday - 8:00-9:00 PM - St. Joseph Church Saturday - 11:15 AM - 1:00 PM - St. Mary Church Saturday - 3:00-4:15 PM - St. Stanislaus Church or universally by appointment Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament Monday - 6:30-7:30 PM - St. Stanislaus Church Wednesday - 6:00-7:00 PM - St. Francis Church Wednesday - 8:00-9:00 PM - St. Joseph Church Thursday - following 12:00 PM Mass to 4:00 PM - St. Mary Church First Friday - 5:30-6:30 PM - St. Joseph Church

Baptism Genealogy Request Form Please submit a separate form for each genealogy request. Contact Name (First & Last) Contact Email Contact Phone Number Sacrament Choose an option First & Last Name of Person Baptized First & Last Name of Communicant First & Last Name of Confirmand First & Last Name of Deceased First & Last (Maiden) Name of Bride First & Last Name of Groom Church Location Choose an option Do you know the date the sacrament was administered? Choose an option Please enter the date of the sacrament Please enter a six month window within which Notes or Questions End date of six month window Start date of six month window Notes or Questions Submit Request Thank you for your request! We'll get back to you as soon as we can.