St. John – St. Paul Catholic Collaborative – Serving Wellesley and Newton, Massachusetts

TUESDAY EVENING
7:00-8:00pm at St. Paul

SATURDAY AFTERNOON
1:00-2:30pm at St. John

And by appointment –
please call either parish office to arrange.
St. John: 781-235-0045 | St. Paul: 781-235-1060

March 7-8: Protecting God’s Children

The season of Lent offers a reminder that giving alms is one way to share God’s gifts, including sharing our time and talents. We are truly blessed by the generosity of our Collaborative volunteers, and we are so appreciative of your ministry. In order to do His work, the Collaborative must adhere to the safeguards that have been established by civil and Archdiocesan authorities to protect our children and youth as well as other vulnerable parishioners. It is mandated that all Collaborative staff and volunteers submit a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) background screening each year to help ensure the safety of our community.

Staff members will be in the narthex of the church after each Mass during the weekend of March 7-8 to assist volunteers in completing an annual CORI form…

Our Question of the Week: Second Sunday of Lent

In today’s second reading, St. Paul advises Timothy to “bear your share of hardship for the gospel.”

In your own life, what part of the message of the Gospel do you find hardest to live out?

How is God inviting you to listen more closely to Jesus this week?

2026 Lenten Gift: Telling the Story Part 1 – When College Looks Different Than We Expect

Many of us picture college in a familiar way. We think of dorm rooms, meal plans, walking to class, and maybe a part-time job for extra money. For those who went to college this way, the basics were covered, and that made learning easier. For most students at MassBay Community College, college looks very different.

“Paying for textbooks, transportation, and school supplies is difficult, and I often have to prioritize essentials over academic resources.”

This Sunday, March 1 at 10:00am: Family Faith Formation Lenten Retreat (Grades K-5) at St. John

Mustard Seeds (K-2) and Loaves & Fishes (3-5)
following the 9:00am Family Mass at St. John

We will begin by gathering in the Upper Church at 10:00am for an Opening Prayer and an overview of the retreat activities. Parents and kids will move together through a series of Lenten activities before returning to the upper church for a closing song and prayer.

“Together We Are One” – 2026 Catholic Appeal

Archbishop Richard G. Henning introduces the 2026 Catholic Appeal, which provides support for Archdiocesan Ministries, ministries that provide invaluable aid to ALL parishes throughout the Archdiocese, parishes like ours. Please take a few moments to watch this short video message.

The Catholic Appeal launches this weekend across the Archdiocese of Boston.

Our Annual St. Patrick’s Dinner: Saturday, March 14 at 5:00pm in St. Paul Parish Hall

Join Us for Food, Drinks, Music, Coffee and Dessert!

Meal Options:
Corned Beef Sandwich, Turkey Sandwich, Vegetarian Sandwich

Attention Bakers! Please bring a dessert to share!

Tickets are $20 for Adults and $10 for Children (families with children maximum $50)

Please make your reservations by March 10 to help with planning – thank you!

Click HERE to reserve online NOW!

Online reservations are preferred, but if not possible please complete the form in the bulletin and return it with your check to either office.

Friday, March 13 at 5:00pm: Teen Reconciliation and Worship Service at St. John the Evangelist Church

An open invitation to all teens – particularly those preparing to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation this spring – to experience God’s love and mercy.

There will be music, a brief reading from scripture, a short reflection, and a walk through an examination of conscience. The Youth Ministry team will help guide you through all the steps to leaving a little lighter and filled with God’s mercy!

Interested, but not sure if you’ll feel ready to receive the sacrament? That’s OK – please come to the service anyway, and encourage your friends to come too! There will be no pressure, just an open invitation to experience God’s love and mercy.

Students in the Salt & Light (6-7), Confirmation (8+), and Youth Ministry (9+) programs are encouraged to come!

Young Adult Ministry: “Practicing Lent” Prayer Series

A Weekly Exploration of Different Prayer Practices Led by Members of Our SJSP Young Adult Ministry

We are celebrating the Lenten season in a special way as a young adult community at St. John-St. Paul by “Practicing Lent”! Every Tuesday in Lent, join us for a different prayer experience from 7-8PM in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel in St. Paul Church. Join us as fellow young adults lead these experiences and we draw closer to God in prayer this Lent!

ALL YOUNG ADULTS (AGE 21-40) WELCOME!

Wednesday, March 04 2026

9:00 am Mass at St. Paul Church
10:00 am "The Chosen" Discussion Group at St. Paul (Office Lower Conference Room) (Click for more details and links...)

Thursday, March 05 2026

7:00 am Mass at St. John the Evangelist Church

Friday, March 06 2026

7:30 am Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament at St. Paul Church (Click for more details and links...)
9:00 am Mass at St. Paul Church
9:45 am Confessions at St. Paul (Fridays in Lent) (Click for more details...)
9:45 am Stations of the Cross at St. Paul Church (Click for more details and links...)

Saturday, March 07 2026

1:00 pm Confessions at St. John (Lower Level Chapel) (Click for more details...)
4:00 pm Vigil Mass at St. Paul Church
5:00 pm Vigil Mass at St. John the Evangelist Church

Sunday, March 08 2026

Second Collection: Our Special Monthly for the Parish (Click for more details and links...)
7:30 am Mass at St. Paul Church
9:00 am Family Mass at St. Paul Church (Click for more details...)
11:00 am Mass at St. Paul Church
12:00 pm Mass at St. John the Evangelist Church
5:00 pm Youth Mass at St. Paul Church (Click for more details...)

Monday, March 09 2026

9:00 am Mass at St. Paul Church
5:00 pm Seasons of Hope (Click for more details and links...)

Tuesday, March 10 2026

7:00 am Mass at St. John the Evangelist Church
7:00 pm Confessions at St. Paul (Click for more details...)
7:00 pm Lenten Loft Book Club - "Struck Down Not Destroyed" at St. Paul Church (Choir Loft) (Click for more details and links...)
7:00 pm Young Adult "Practicing Lent" Program: Emmaus Walk (St. Paul Blessed Sacrament Chapel) (Click for more details and links...)
7:15 pm Marian Movement (Rosary) at St. John (Lower Chapel) (Click for more details and links...)

Wednesday, March 11 2026

9:00 am Mass at St. Paul Church
10:00 am "The Chosen" Discussion Group at St. Paul (Office Lower Conference Room) (Click for more details and links...)

The St. John-St. Paul Conference of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul is available to help those in our community in need of emergency assistance. If you need help with food, rent or mortgage assistance, or help with a utility bill, please reach out to us. Please let any friends or neighbors who might need assistance know that the mission of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul is to help those in need.

To contact the SJSP SVdP, please email SVDP@sjspwellesley.org. You may also call either parish office and leave a message. All information received is kept completely confidential.

To learn more about the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, the SJSP Conference, and how you can help, please visit sjspwellesley.org/svdp

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