Fairfield County Catholic Cemeteries: News & Events
Mass of Healing and Remembrance
This is a special mass to remember loved ones lost to suicide. We will offer healing for those still grieving their loss. St. Rose of Lima Parish 46 Church Hill RoadNewtown, Connecticut 06470 Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 5:30 pm “Distance separates us but love...
Emmaus One-day Retreat, a Summary of Our May 2024 Retreat
In May 2024, our Bereavement Ministry held a one-day spiritual retreat for parents who have lost a child. The Emmaus Ministry for Grieving Parents conducted the retreat. The retreat lets people share their grief with one another. Deacon Don Ross, a grieving parent...
Cemetery Office Hours for 4th of July
Our cemetery offices will be closed for the 4th of July Holiday, Thursday, July 24, 2024. The cemeteries are open daily to visitors from dawn to dusk. We hope you and your families have a good holiday. Regular Office Hours Monday-Friday9:00 am to 4:00 pm1st and 3rd...
Cemetery Office Hours for Juneteenth
Our cemetery offices will be closed for the Juneteenth Holiday, Wednesday, June 19, 2024. The cemeteries are open daily to visitors from dawn to dusk. We hope you and your families have a good holiday. Regular Office Hours Monday-Friday9:00 am to 4:00 pm1st and 3rd...
Reflecting on Faith: Eucharistic Procession at St. John Cemetery
On a serene day in Norwalk, the Diocese of Bridgeport held a moving Eucharistic Procession at St. John Cemetery. Bishop Frank J. Caggiano led nearly 70 faithful gathered to honor their departed loved ones through prayer, hymns, and silent reflection. As the procession...
Cemetery Office Hours for Memorial
Our cemetery offices will be closed for Memorial Day, Monday, May 27, 2024. The cemeteries are open daily to visitors from dawn to dusk. We hope you and your families have a good holiday. Regular Office Hours Monday-Friday9:00 am to 4:00 pm1st and 3rd Saturday of the...
St. Mary/Putnam Cemetery: Achieving Level II Arboretum Accreditation
We're pleased to announce that St. Mary/Putnam Cemetery in Greenwich, CT has achieved Level II Arboretum accreditation from the ArbNet Arboretum Program and the Morton Arboretum. This prestigious designation recognizes our commitment to maintaining professional...
Cemetery Office Hours for Good Friday
Our cemetery offices will be closed for Good Friday, March 29, 2024. The cemeteries will remain open to visitors. We hope you and your families have a good holiday. Regular Office Hours Monday-Friday9:00 am to 4:00 pm1st and 3rd Saturday of the month from 9:00 am to...
WTNH Channel 8 Report: CT cemeteries may run out of space
On February 28, 2024, WTNH Channel 8 in New Haven aired a report on how some cemeteries are running low on room for future burials. The reporter spoke with Kenn Devane, who handles Cemetery Relations for Catholic Cemeteries of Fairfield County, and they...
New Group Forming: Emmaus Retreat for Grieving Parents
A faith-based retreat for parents whose children of any age have died by any cause, no matter how long ago. Please join us. All are welcome. A one-day Emmaus Spiritual Ministry retreat is being offered by the Diocese of Bridgeport, Bereavement Ministry. This one-day...