Dear Parishioners, please take a moment to review our latest parish updates and upcoming events. We hope you’ll join us and stay connected with our parish community!
BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS
Sunday, October 4 from 1:30–2:30 p.m.
Parish Center Back Parking Lot
Celebrate the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals and the environment, by bringing your beloved pets to be blessed! Join us for this special parish tradition as we give thanks for the joy and companionship our animals bring into our lives. All pets are welcome!
RESPECT LIFE SUNDAY
Sunday, October 4
Each October, Catholics in the United States observe Respect Life Month. On Respect Life Sunday, we are invited to reflect on the sacredness and dignity of every human life, from conception to natural death, and to renew our commitment to building a culture that protects, cherishes, and respects life at every stage.
JOB OPENINGS
Business Manager and Parish Secretary
St. Anne-St. Patrick Parish is seeking a part-time Business Manager to assist with financial oversight, budgeting, reporting, and parish administration. Our part-time Parish Secretary position is also vacant and supports the parish office, clergy, parishioners, and volunteers. To apply for either position, please read the position descriptions through this link, and send a letter of interest and resume to Fr. Sal Musande at [email protected].
CRAFT FAIR IS COMING
Saturday, October 17 at 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
St. Joachim’s Parish Center
Join us for a fun day of shopping and supporting local crafters. Come browse a variety of handmade items, unique gifts, home decor, jewelry, raffles, food, and more! It’s a wonderful community event. We hope to see you there!
SVDP FRIENDS OF THE POOR WALK
Sunday, October 18, 2026 at 12 p.m.
Sturbridge Common
Join us for the 3rd Annual Friends of the Poor Walk! Gather with fellow parishioners and help raise funds to support our neighbors in need. Use the sponsorship link to collect donations. The top 3 donation fundraisers will win prizes! Thank you for walking with us and helping those in our community.
EARLY ACCESS—THE CHOSEN, SEASON 6
Friday, October 23 at 6:30 p.m.
Parish Center’s Rendezvous Room
Join us for a special parish gathering to watch The Chosen, Season 6, Episode 1—before its public release! Come together with fellow parishioners to experience the newest episode of this beloved series about the life and ministry of Jesus. Whether you’ve followed The Chosen from the beginning or are discovering it for the first time, all are welcome! Bring a friend and enjoy an evening of faith, fellowship, and community as we gather as a parish family.
We hope you’ll join us!
Thank you for being part of our parish community, and for all you do to make St. Anne–St. Patrick Parish a welcoming place of faith, fellowship, and service.
God bless,
St. Anne–St. Patrick Parish
