Wallingford's St. Casimir's is one of 150 Polish National Catholic Church parishes in the U.S. The church is named for St. Casimir, a Polish prince who was known during his lifetime for his piety and sense of justice.
As Father Kopka explains, 'Like the Roman Catholic and Orthodox churches, the National Catholic Church forms a branch on the tree of the true Church, which is rooted in Christ, sustained by Apostolic Tradition, watered by the Spirit and lighted by the Word of God.'
This Catholic Church offers an abundance of opportunities for parish members to become involved, from singing in the choir to fundraising for an event. There is a Music Ministry that consists of an Adult Choir, Brass Ensemble, Children's Choir, Handbell Choir and a Youth Choir. Parish Committees include Bereavement, Care, Ladies Guild, Men's League, Social Events, Social Justice and a Youth Group. For those interested in serving at Mass, positions in liturgical ministries are Alter Servers, Lectors, Ushers & Greeters, Decorating Committee and Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion. There is also an elementary school and adult education program.
Our Lady of Fatima Church is a parish of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Hartford. Founded in 1956, the church offers adult education and youth ministry, preparatory Sacrament education, as well as men's and women's groups. The Revs. Salvatore Cavagnuvolo and Leo Daily, and Deacon James Taylor, along with the staff, welcome new families into the church. Families can register by calling the office or stopping by the church on Hope Hill Road in Yalesville.