News - September 2025

New Saints and Local Mentors for Today’s Young Catholics

by Father Joe

This month, Pope Leo XIV canonized two remarkable young people: St. Carlo Acutis, a teenager from Italy who died of leukemia in 2006, and St. Pier Giorgio Frassati, a joyful young man from early 20th-century Italy who dedicated his short life to prayer, friendship, and service to the poor. Their stories remind us that holiness is....

St. Martha/St. Mary CYO Basketball Program

The St. Martha/St. Mary CYO Basketball program offers boys and girls in grades 5–12 from Wrentham and Plainville the opportunity to compete as part of the Norfolk Vicariate in the Archdiocese of Boston CYO Basketball League. Unlike a recreational or instructional league, CYO basketball is a competitive program....

“Where Does My Contribution Go?”

“Where Does My Contribution Go?” The following glossary is intended to nurture a better understanding of our various contribution “baskets”, and to minimize any potential confusion as to where your donations go....

St. Martha Knights Tootsie Roll Drive - 10/4&5

The St. Martha Knights will be collecting donations for their Annual Tootsie Roll drive after all Masses on October 4 & 5. The Tootsie Roll drive is the Knights of Columbus’ Campaign for....

Faith Formation for Youth Weeks of Sept 28, 2025

Family Meeting Sunday, September 28th at 4:00 pm in St. Mary Church. Confirmation 2 (9/10 Grade) will have class on Sunday, October 5th from 4:00-7:00pm.

Faith Formation for Children - Week of Sept 29, 2025

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The Season of Creation Together for those Poor in Spirit

by Father Joe

First, let me begin by celebrating last week’s very successful cookout for our parishes, with the theme “PWC at 10 Years: Better Together” - the tenth anniversary of formally being a “collaborative of parishes” and the many blessings and strength that has brought us. What a beautiful turnout and fun day it was for an event to bring together....

Blessing of the Animals

Our Collaborative will be holding a blessing of the animals on Saturday October 11th at 10:00am at St. Martha. Bring your pets to the grounds of St. Martha Parish for this blessing. All are Welcome!

Teaching Mass - 4:00 pm Mass Sat Oct 4th

The 4:00 pm Mass on Saturday October 4th will be a teaching Mass as part of our Marriage Prep class. This Mass will be about 15 minutes longer and many parishioners find it informative and interesting. All are Welcome!

5:00 pm Mass Returns!

The 5:00 pm Mass at St. Mary will return on September 28th.

Why AI Can Never Replace the Human Heart

by Father Joe

In recent years, we have been hearing more and more about “artificial intelligence,” or AI. This way of using computer science technology can do some remarkable things: analyze vast amounts of information, recognize patterns, translate languages, or take on repetitive tasks. These tools can be....

Gifts from the Holy Land Sale - 9/20 - 21

On the weekend of September 20 – September 21 Samer Awwad and his family, representing the Christian Catholic Families of Bethlehem, will be selling Crucifixes, religious art work, and rosaries,- all made of olive wood which is native....

Lost & Found-St. Martha

Lost and found items will be displayed at St. Martha near the church elevator. Please take a look to see if anything might be yours. We will donate any items that remain after September 21.

UPDATED - St. Martha’s Fair! - UPDATED

Please join us for the St. Martha Fair on Friday November 14 from 3:00-7:00 pm and Saturday November 15, from 9:00am-3:00pm.! Enjoy some early Christmas shopping, visit with Santa 10-1 on Saturday and purchase delicious baked goods. Take a break from cooking and purchase dinner or lunch from our kitchen featuring homemade lasagna and chili. Take a chance to win a great basket, gift cards or cash. Thank you to....

Better Together: Seen, Heard, and Loved

by Father Joe

Next Sunday, September 14, our collaborative parishes will gather for our annual church picnic, this year with the joyful theme: “PWC at 10 Years: Better Together.” From 11:30am–2:30pm, both inside and outside at St. Martha church, we will enjoy games, live music, and a cookout, but most of all, we will enjoy being together. This weekend is....

Hope for Life Conference

The Archdiocese of Boston's Pro-Life Office in collaboration with the Daughters of Mary of Nazareth and the Men of Divine Mercy Prayer Group, are excited to invite you to this special conference as we honor the sanctity of the beauty of life from the womb to the tomb and embrace the virtue of hope in all circumstances of every age and stage of life. Please click for details!

Coffee & Chat - Self-Defense

Invite friends and join us on Wednesday, September 17th at 9:30am in the St. Mary hall. There will be a presentation on self-defense for senior men & women. All are Welcome! Elevator is accessible. Sponsored by Social Connections.

Women’s Group - Relax, Reflect, Pray

Regina O’Connor will guide us on a reflective outdoor walk, pausing along the way to honor Laudato Si’ and embrace our shared ecological responsibility through moments of prayer and appreciation for the natural world. This “Season of Creation” runs from....

Movie Night - Francis of Assisi

Born into a life of privilege, passion, and extravagance, Francis of Assisi would become one of the most beloved and revered saints in history. Light refreshments will be served! Details...

Annual Parisot Foundation Buffet– Dinner, Dance, Raffle

This is truly a great cause...supporting the Saint Claire School, in Jacmel, Haiti, which so many of our loyal contributors have helped build through their generous donations. Enjoy an evening of fun and camaraderie at this annual....

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