Our Lady of Good Counsel

Weekend Masses: Saturday - 5:00 pm and Sunday - 8:00 am, 10:00 am. Weekday Masses: Tuesday - 6:00 pm, Wednesday - 8:30 am, Thursday - 6:30 am, Friday - 8:30 am. All are welcome to join us for worship!

The Bereavement Team at our parish received a heartfelt thank you note from the Paquette Family. If you're interested in becoming part of this ministry, reach out to the parish office for more information.

Mark your calendars for our Second Annual Community of the Good Shepherd Parish Picnic on September 20th at the Columbia Rec Park. Join us for a day of fellowship, fun, and community celebration.

Starting September 18, 2026, join us for a study on Revelation: The Kingdom Yet to Come, exploring the powerful symbolism and message of the final book of the Bible. Contact Janet or Jed Larson for more information.

Most Holy Trinity: Sun 11:00AM, Mon 8:00AM, Thu 8:00AM, Fri 8:00AM. St. Joseph: Sat 4:00PM, Sun 10:00AM. St. Mary: Sat 4:00PM, Sun 9:00AM. St. Stephen: Sun 8:30AM, Mon 8:00AM, Tue 8:00AM, Wed 8:00AM.

Most Holy Trinity: Thu 6:00-7:00PM, Fri after 8AM Mass. St. Joseph & St. Mary: Sat 2:45-3:30PM (Sacristy). St. Stephen: Tue 4:00-5:00PM, Wed after 8AM Mass.

Most Holy Trinity: Tue 9AM-8PM, Fri 9AM-8PM. St. Stephen: Mon 8:30AM-9:30AM.

Sep 11: 25th Anniversary Mass of 9/11 at St. Joseph Church, 6:00pm. Sep 20: Catechetical Sunday and Rel Ed Welcome Back Picnic at St. Mary Church, 9:00am, Picnic after classes.

Oct 3: Blessing of the Animals at St. Mary and St. Joseph, 11:00am.

We warmly welcome new parishioners to join our vibrant community. Please introduce yourself after Mass and consider sharing your special gifts and talents with us. Let's grow together in faith and fellowship.

Join us for daily Mass from Monday to Friday at 8:00 AM, with Rosary at 7:30 AM. Weekend Masses on Saturday at 4:00 PM and 5:00 PM, and on Sunday at 7:30 AM, 10:30 AM, and 6:00 PM. Confessions are available on Saturdays from 4:15 PM to 4:45 PM.

Parents interested in Baptism for their children, or couples seeking marriage at our church, please contact the Rectory to register and discuss the sacramental preparations with our clergy.

Our Faith Formation program offers classes for children aged 3 to 10th grade, with sessions starting September 20. Contact Kim Bocchino for more details and registration at 860-875-4951 or stlukere@

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Save the date for our annual Parish Picnic on September 20th, following the 10:30 AM Mass at the Rectory grounds. Join us for delicious food, fun activities, and joyful fellowship. Mark your calendars and invite your family and friends!

Saturday Vigil Mass at St. Agnes at 4 p.m. and at St. Matthias at 5:30 p.m. | Sunday Mass at 7:30 & 11:00 a.m. at St. Agnes and at 9:00 a.m. at St. Matthias. Confessions available on Saturdays and Thursdays. Daily Mass on Wednesdays and Fridays.

Bereavement support group meets on Wednesday mornings at St. Matthias Church from 10:00-11:30 a.m. Contact Linda Young for more information.

Registration is open for Youth Ministry and Religious Education classes. Youth Ministry at St. John XXIII Catholic Community and classes for grades 1-9. Contact Meghan Cambridge for more details.

Support the upcoming Catholic Elementary School Collection 'Faith for the Future' on September 12/13. Your generosity helps provide children with exceptional education rooted in faith.

A message from Bishop Richard F. Reidy regarding the importance of supporting Catholic schools and nurturing the faith and future of children.