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This month marks the tenth anniversary of St. Martha and St. Mary formally joining together as a Collaborative under the Disciples in Mission pastoral framework established by Cardinal Sean O’Malley (now our Archbishop emeritus). Our journey toward collaboration began a few years earlier, when our parishes began sharing a pastor - Father Chip Hines and then Fr. Bill Schmidt (both assisted by Fr. Bill Lohan) - who helped us transition to a shared....

Join us on Monday August 11th at 7:00 pm in the St. Martha hall for a movie night to view “Roadmap to Reality”. This film explores the life of the first Millennial Saint – Carlo Acutas. It follows teens on a phone free pilgrimage to his tomb, immersing them in his story, his passion for Christ and search for meaning in a digital age. Light refreshments will be served. All are Welcome.

Though we be "but dust and ashes," we can presume to draw near and speak boldly to our Lord, as Abraham dares in this week’s First Reading. But even Abraham - the friend of God (see Isaiah 41:8), our father in the faith (see Romans 4:12) - did not know the intimacy that we know

Many of you know Sister Michelle Authier and Sister Alice Cote, the two Religious of Jesus & Mary (RJM) who have been living in the residence (former rectory) at St. Martha Parish since the Jesus and Mary convent on School Street closed late in 2020. They have both been longtime residents of Plainville, helping to care for their retired....

Feel good helping those who can’t get to church feel they’re still part of their parish family! Training on these simplified procedures provided. St. Mary parish is looking for assistance with Sunday....

We all have to navigate the experience of loss many times in our lives, varying in intensity from minor to traumatic and everything in between. Losses - whether the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, the loss of health, a job, or even a cherished dream - can deeply affect our emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being. Our reactions to loss often bring feelings of sadness, anger, ....

Are you considering beginning the 33 day preparation for Marian Consecration? You don't have to go it alone! The PWC collaborative will provide guidance and support....