On September 7, 1963, the Right Reverend Walter W. Curtis, Bishop of Bridgeport, founded St. Bridget Church and named the Reverend Thomas P. Guinan its first pastor. The families of this new parish worshipped in a neighboring chapel and school until construction of the new church was complete. The dedication of St. Bridget’s Chapel-Auditorium-School took place on June 25, 1965.
SAINT BRIDGET
OF IRELAND
STAMFORD CONNECTICUT
On This Page:
Reverend Gill C. Babeu
Mass Schedule
Sacraments
Saint Bridget's History
Reverend
Thomas P. Guinan
Monsignor
William A. Nagel
Monsignor
John Jazowski
Reverend
Gill C. Babeu
The History of St. Bridget of Ireland Church
The Reverend William A. Nagel (1967-1972) and Reverend John Jazowski (1972-1997) succeeded Rev. Guinan as pastors of the church. In order to provide parochial education for its children, the growing parish supported St. Bridget School for nearly 15 years spanning the service of both pastors until it finally closed its doors in 1979.
After many years of worshipping in the Chapel-Auditorium, the parish undertook the monumental task of renovating the Church. Under the leadership of Rev. Jazowski, the present structure was built and, on June 14, 1987, Bishop Curtis formally dedicated the completely renovated St. Bridget of Ireland Church.
Reverend Gill C. Babeu was assigned to St. Bridget’s as pastor in 1997. Under his direction, the church has continued to evolve and grow to its current status. Today the parish is over 700 families strong. It has a newly built kitchen and renovated hall to hold events. It has an active and full religious education program currently serving 160 families, special children’s homilies and family Masses, as well as more groups and activities than ever before.
In spring of 2003 we dedicated the beautiful “Our Lady of Strawberry Hill Shrine”. This quiet refuge in the heart of Stamford has become a special spot for local residents and visitors to stop offer a prayer.
In the fall of 2004 we added the shrine to Padre Pio as yet another place of prayer and reflection.
St. Bridget of Ireland Church looks to its future with quiet reflection on all that has been accomplished and with hopeful anticipation for all that is yet to be.
Reverend Gill C. Babeu M. Div., Pastor
Reverend Gill C. Babeu was assigned to St. Bridget’s as pastor in 1997. Under his direction, the church has continued to evolve and grow to its current status. Today the parish is over 700 families strong. It has a newly built kitchen and renovated hall to hold events. It has an active and full religious education program currently serving 160 families, special children’s homilies and family Masses, as well as more groups and activities than ever before.
Giving Comfort When Pets Depart - The Rev. Gill Babeu isn't sure if dogs go to heaven. But he knows that when they die, he'll be there for the grieving families left behind.
Mass Schedule
Monday through Friday:
Daily Mass is held at 7:00am.
Daily Mass is held at 7:00am. Saturday:Daily Mass is held at 8:00am
Daily Mass is held at 8:00am Vigil Mass is held at 4:00pm Sunday:There are Masses at 8:00am, 9:30am & 11:30am
There are Masses at 8:00am, 9:30am & 11:30am On legal holidays, daily Mass will be held at 9:00am
Holy Days of Obligation:A Vigil Mass will be held at 7:00pm the evening
A Vigil Mass will be held at 7:00pm the evening before and at 7:00am, 12:10pm & 7:00pm on the actual Holy Day.Sacraments
Baptism: Pre-baptism class is required for all parents prior to baptizing their first child. Classes are individually scheduled with our pre-baptism
instructor Clara Grande, 203.322.2421. Baptisms may be scheduled for in conjunction with any Sunday Mass. Please call the rectory to schedule your Baptism before making making any other arrangements.
Marriage: Arrangements should be made at least one year in advance when possible. Each couple must meet with the Pastor prior to scheduling anything. A Diocesan Marriage Preparation class is required.
Anointing of the sick: Anyone seriously ill at home or in a hospital should be anointed. Please call the rectory to arrange a visit. Several times a year the Anointing of the Sick is offered at special Masses of healing and hope.
Funerals: The funeral liturgy is planned with the priest who will celebrate the Mass. He willprovide all information needed about the liturgy. Family members are encouraged to participate by proclaiming the readings.
Eucharist: As Catholics, we fully participate in the celebration of Eucharist when we receive Holy Communion. We are encouraged to receive Communion devoutly and frequently. In order to be properly disposed to receive Communion, participants should not be conscious of grave sin and normally should have fasted for at least one hour.
Reconciliation: Saturdays from 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM or by private appointment. Contact a priest at the rectory (203) 324-2910 to schedule a time
