St. Edward the Confessor Church

About this church

St. Edward Church in Stafford Springs, Connecticut, is a Roman Catholic parish in the Diocese of Norwich that has served local families since 1869. Mass is celebrated on Saturday at 4:00 p.m. and Sunday at 9:00 a.m., with weekday Mass on Monday through Wednesday at 8:00 a.m. and Friday at noon. Confessions are heard Saturday from 3:00 to 3:30 p.m. or by appointment. There is no morning Mass on days when the Stafford school system cancels or delays school.

The parish describes itself as the only Catholic church in the town of Stafford, with about 1,200 families. Its website covers the sacraments, RCIA for adults entering the Church, faith formation, Eucharistic adoration, hospital and nursing home visitation, and an intercessory prayer line. Lay ministries include lectors, altar servers, Eucharistic ministers, and music ministry, and related groups include the Ladies' Guild, the Knights of Columbus, a Secular Franciscan fraternity, and Scouts. Visitors are told that children are welcome at all Masses, that pew worship aids explain the order of Mass, and that clothing should be comfortable but conservative. Parking is behind the rectory and in the hall lot at 27 Church Street, where the parish office is located. Confirm times on the website.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed October 5, 2026. Sources: Home page: Mass times and mission · About the parish · Contact: addresses and phone · I'm New Here: parking, dress, children

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