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The Vatican released Pope Francis’ Lenten message Thursday in which the pope recommended that Lent 2022 can be a time to put down the smartphone and encounter those in need face to face. “Let us not grow tired of fighting against....

National Marriage Week, World Marriage Day, and Valentine’s Day are behind us. The cards may still be on the kitchen table. The candy is gone and perhaps the flowers still look good. Last weekend fifteen married couples,

As a child, when I would arrive late to school following the Ash Wednesday services at our church, I remember the stares and questions from students as they observed the bold marking on my forehead. Although I had a general understanding of ....

St. Mary: Monday, February 28 (Grades 1, 3-6), Wednesday, March 2- NO CLASSES (Families will have the opportunity to receive their ashes together, whether it be in the morning, afternoon, or evening. Please see the schedule.) St. Martha: Tues. March 1 (Grades 1-6).

Stations of the Cross will be offered at St. Mary every Friday during Lent at 4pm. Save the date for a special evening Stations of the Cross with music on March 25th at 7:00 pm at St. Martha

All Catholics (and some other Christians) are united in two Lenten practices. Ash Wednesday and Good Friday are days of fast for those ages 18-59. Only one full meal and two smaller meals should be consumed, unless health conditions preclude. For those of age 14 and above, Ash Wednesday and all Fridays in Lent, are days of abstinence where no meat should be eaten....

With Ash Wednesday just around the corner, I am eager to plan how I will honor Christ during the 40 days of Lent. I know God’s not asking me to go crazy with my efforts, but I always feel that this season is an opportunity to walk with Jesus and suffer a bit, since he did so for me. I recently read excerpts from a speech by Pope Francis which offered tips on how we should embrace Lent. I’m using his top 10 recommendations as a reference for my Lenten goals this year:....

The anointing of the sick is among the challenges of the Covid 19 pandemic. Many people died alone without receiving this sacrament.  We have been blessed in our Archdiocese of Boston by many priests who volunteered to administer this sacrament to those who were suffering from Covid. I remember anointing....

We are delighted that Fr. Dan O’Connell of Catholic TV Network fame, will lead our Lenten Mission this year! Fr. Dan will bring his passion and enthusiasm for the faith to this mission series titled : Jesus in our midst. The Power of His Word Today

Due to February Vacation, there will be NO CLASSES this week (Feb.21, 22, 23) at St.Martha and St.Mary Parishes. Enjoy time with the family!

Faith Formation for Youth: Confirmation 1(Grade 9) will next meet ,Sunday, February 27th. Large group session 4:00-5:00 pm. Mass at 5:00 pm followed by a snack. Small group sessions from 6:00-7:00 pm. Parents are encouraged to attend the 5:00 pm Mass....

St. Martha: Sunday February 13 - Grade 4 Class Mass at 10:00; Tuesday, February 15 (Grades 1-6) . St. Mary:Monday, February 14 (Grades 1, 3-6), Wednesday, February 16 (Grades 2-5)

We’re reminded in 1 Thessalonians (5:17-18) to pray without ceasing and these days there are certainly enough things happening in our world that ‘round the clock praying would be quite helpful. But admittedly I get distracted by the goings on of daily life, such that my prayers....

Jesus gives himself to us in the Eucharist as spiritual nourishment because he loves us. By eating the Body and drinking the Blood of Christ in the Eucharist, we become united to the person of Christ....

Faith Formation for Youth: Confirmation 1(Grade 9) will meet this evening, Sunday, February 6. Large group session 4:00-5:00 pm. Mass at 5:00 pm followed by a snack. Small group sessions from 6:00-7:00 pm. Parents are encouraged to attend the 5:00 pm Mass. The next Confirmation 1 will meet Sunday, February 27t...

Grade 1-6 Faith Formation: St. Mary: Sunday February 6 - Grade 4W Class Mass, Monday, February 7 (Grades 1, 3-6), Wednesday, February 9 (Grades 2-5). St. Martha: ; Tuesday, February 8 (Grades 1-6)