About St. Mary · Simsbury, Connecticut
St. Mary's Church in Simsbury, Connecticut, is a Roman Catholic parish centered in Christ, committed to celebrating Word and Sacrament, growing in love, and sharing warmth and hospitality. The parish offers a variety of ministries, faith formation programs, and community events for all ages, including youth ministry, Alpha, Bible study, and social action initiatives. It also operates St. Mary’s School, a Blue Ribbon Catholic school for grades K-8. The parish is part of the Archdiocese of Hartford and welcomes visitors to join its vibrant, faith-filled community.
- Diocese
- Archdiocese of Hartford
Why belong here
Join St. Mary’s to experience a warm, welcoming community centered in Christ, with opportunities for spiritual growth through Bible study, Alpha, youth ministry, and social action. The parish offers a full range of ministries for all ages, including men’s groups, prayer ministries, and outreach programs, and is home to a nationally recognized Catholic school. You’ll find fellowship, service, and a place to grow in faith.
Mass times at St. Mary
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Tuesday: 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM
- Thursday: 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM (During Lent)
- Saturday: 3:30 PM to 4:15 PM
Adoration times
- Tuesday: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM
About Us
Welcome to the parish community of St. Mary's Church. As you learn about our parish, it is our hope that you will join us for the many activities that happen throughout the year. We are blessed with enthusiastic, dedicated and faith-filled members and look forward to having you join us. Mission Statement: We are a faith-filled community centered in Christ that gathers in our Father's love to celebrate in Word and Sacrament. We seek to grow in that love, to be guided by the Holy Spirit and to share an atmosphere of warmth and hospitality with all.
Worship & Sacraments
Mass is celebrated daily, with multiple times on weekdays and weekends. Sacraments including Baptism, Confirmation, Marriage, Reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick, and Holy Communion are offered. Adoration and Confession are available on specific days and times.
Ministries
The parish offers a wide range of ministries including Altar Linen, Altar Servers, Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, Flower Ministry, Lector Ministry, Liturgical Decorations, Music Ministry, Ushers, Men’s Ministry, Prayer Line, Prayer Shawl, Stephen Ministry, Spiritual Gifts, and Women’s Ministry.
Faith Formation
Programs include OCIA, First Reconciliation & First Communion, Vacation Bible School, Nurturing Seedling Program, Confirmation Preparation, Junior HS Program, High School Program, and Alpha. Registration is available for all programs.
Sacraments
The parish offers the full range of sacraments: Baptism, Confirmation, Holy Communion, Marriage, Anointing of the Sick, and Reconciliation. Sacraments are administered by the parish priest and staff.
St. Mary’s School
St. Mary’s School is the Farmington Valley’s only Catholic school for grades K-8 and was recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as a Blue Ribbon School (the only non-public school in New England to receive the designation). The school blends traditional academics with 21st-century technology and prepares students to lead and serve.