Boy Scouts
Troop 27 Boy Scouts of America meets on Thursday evening in Neill Hall at St. Mary's. The Charter Organization Representative to Troop 27 is Eileen Christiensen (860-644-2890)
Peace by Piece Quilters
This group was created by parishioner Nancy Eaton for the purpose of making quilts for those suffering from illness, affliction or injury. We are God's children helping other children of God, by using the gifts we have been given and wrapping them in love and prayers. The group meets monthly and is organized in such a way that anyone can join, even if you don't know how to quilt. There are scheduled quilting events that happen twice a year and are held on a Saturday (usually in January and June) from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. They always have a theme, and anyone can attend. All you need to bring is a lunch. Beverages, dessert and fun are provided!
Peace by Piece Quilters has given away dozens of quilts. This includes quilts for children and adults with terminal illnesses, or who are going through treatments for cancer. Quilts have also been given as a contribution to "Quilts of Valor" (http://www.qovf.org) to provide comfort to wounded soldiers who are recuperating in U.S. hospitals.
The group has also made bright and fun pillowcases for children receiving chemotherapy treatments (which they get to keep after their treatments), created "cool ties/HUGS" for the troops in Iraq, and sent Christmas stockings to troops in Iraq and Afghanistan.
As quilts/items are completed, they are displayed and blessed during Sundays services. If you are interested in attending any meeting, we welcome you! If you'd like to help this cause, please contact Nancy Eaton (860-649-0507). This group is funded by donations, which help to cover the cost of postage, batting, thread and fabric.
Peace by Piece Quilters has given away dozens of quilts. This includes quilts for children and adults with terminal illnesses, or who are going through treatments for cancer. Quilts have also been given as a contribution to "Quilts of Valor" (http://www.qovf.org) to provide comfort to wounded soldiers who are recuperating in U.S. hospitals.
The group has also made bright and fun pillowcases for children receiving chemotherapy treatments (which they get to keep after their treatments), created "cool ties/HUGS" for the troops in Iraq, and sent Christmas stockings to troops in Iraq and Afghanistan.
As quilts/items are completed, they are displayed and blessed during Sundays services. If you are interested in attending any meeting, we welcome you! If you'd like to help this cause, please contact Nancy Eaton (860-649-0507). This group is funded by donations, which help to cover the cost of postage, batting, thread and fabric.
Overeaters Anonymous
Overeaters Anonymous (OA) meets on Monday evenings at 5:00 p.m. here at St. Mary's in the Guild Room. This group is a fellowship of men and women from all walks of life who meet to help solve a common problem of compulsive overeating. OA has no religious requirement, affiliation or orientation. The twelve-step program of recovery is considered "spiritual" because it deals with inner change. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop eating compulsively.