All are invited to join us on Wednesday, March 18 at St. John the Evangelist Church for “An Evening With the Psalms,” featuring music and prayer from 7-7:45pm followed by the opportunity for the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
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Lent 2026
We have a rich, full schedule of liturgies, programs, and events planned for Lent, centered around our theme of “Renew a Steadfast Spirit Within Us” – please join us on this Lenten journey!
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Regular Weekend Mass Schedule
SATURDAY
4:00pm Mass at St. Paul
5:00pm Vigil Mass at St. John
SUNDAY
7:30am Mass at St. Paul
9:00am Family Mass*
11:00am Mass at St. Paul
12:00pm Mass at St. John
5:00pm Youth Mass*
Weekday Mass Schedule
MONDAY - WEDNESDAY - FRIDAY
9:00am Mass at St. Paul
TUESDAY - THURSDAY
7:00am Mass at St. John
Sacrament of Reconciliation
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
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
FRIDAY MORNING
7:30am – 8:45am at St. Paul
Divine Mercy Chaplet beginning at 7:40am
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A Reflection on The Parable of the Sheep and the Goats
This reflection on Matthew 25:31-46 was prepared by Kelly Meraw, Director of Pastoral Care and Liturgy, for the March “Evening for Women” program that was cancelled due to weather.
This is the last of Matthew’s great parables. Every instinct I have (formed by my concept of a God of unfathomably deep love and infinite capacity for mercy) wants to skip the second half of this Gospel reading. On the majority of occasions when the great judgement, at the end of time, is proclaimed at Mass, the short form is selected, eliminating “the eternal fire, the Devil, and his angels” from tenderhearted ears. However, who is our God of Mercy without our God of Justice?
How could we survive a time such as this, with the worst of humanity before our eyes every day, if we didn’t also rest in the knowledge that Jesus is still present…
2026 Lenten Gift: Telling the Story Part 2 – The Hidden Costs of Staying in School
When people think about the cost of college, they usually think about tuition. For many MassBay students, tuition is only part of the cost.
The bigger challenges, that make learning hard, often include transportation to and from campus, heat, health care, access to food, a safe place to live, and textbooks. Books often cost $100-$300 per book each semester.
Students often tell us, “I had to choose between buying groceries and buying textbooks.” When students do not have their textbooks books at the start of the semester, they fall behind very quickly. MassBay data shows that students who do not get their books within the first two weeks of class are much more likely to drop out…
Our Question of the Week for the Third Week of Lent
In this week’s Gospel reading, Jesus breaks societal and social barriers to give the Woman at the Well “living water”, transforming her from “outcast” to “messenger” in her community.
What barriers need to be moved in your heart in order to be an effective witness to the Gospel?
Lenten Loft Book Club: “Struck Down, Not Destroyed” – March 10 at St. Paul
As we pray for steadfast spirits this Lent, join in this one-night discussion of Struck Down, Not Destroyed, a spiritual memoir by America Magazine’s Vatican Correspondent, Colleen Dulle.
Exploring the inner workings of the Church and her own faith journey as a Millennial, Dulle’s story helps us reflect on our own journey of faith and what it means to claim our faith as our own in this day and age.
Join us for an evening of sharing and reflecting. Registration appreciated – please register below…
Annual St. Patrick’s Dinner: Saturday, March 14 from 5-8pm in St. Paul Parish Hall
Join Us to Celebrate Boston’s Patron Saint with Food, Drinks, Music, Coffee and Dessert!
Meal Options:
Corned Beef Sandwich, Turkey Sandwich, Vegetarian Sandwich
Tickets: $20 for Adults and $10 for Children (families with children maximum $50)
Click HERE to reserve online NOW!
Please make your reservations by March 10 to help with planning – thank you! Online reservations are preferred, but if not possible please complete the form in the bulletin and return it with your check to either office.
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…
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.
These students balance more than schoolwork. Many are working full or part-time jobs. Some are raising children or caring for parents. Many are doing all of this at once. They travel to campus with full lives behind them and show up ready to learn…
St. John the Evangelist Parish
9 Glen Road Wellesley, MA 02481
781-235-0045
stjohnoffice@sjspwellesley.org
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502 Washington St Wellesley, MA 02481
781-235-1060
stpauloffice@sjspwellesley.org
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If You Need Emergency Assistance
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