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Mass Schedule for Ash Wednesday, February 18
7:00am Mass at St. John
9:00am Mass at St. Paul
12:30pm Mass at St. John
5:30pm Mass at St. John
7:00pm Mass at St. Paul
PARKING FOR THE 9:00AM MASS AT ST. PAUL
There are events at the Council on Aging Tolles Parsons Center on Ash Wednesday. Only individuals attending the COA events may park in the Tolles Parsons Center parking lot. Please park in our church parking lot or on Washington Street for the 9:00am Mass at St. Paul Church. (Reminder: There is no parking on Atwood Street between Wellesley Avenue and Morton Street from 7:30AM to 1:00PM, Monday through Friday, from September 1 through June 15.)
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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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Lent 2026: Renew a Steadfast Spirit Within Us
Each year the season of Lent invites us to dive deeper into our faith. This season is one of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. It reminds us that our faith is meant to be lived and that we are blessed on the journey of life to walk with a God who uniquely knows what it means to be human. In Jesus, God became human and in Lent, we sit with our own humanity and draw closer to the Living God who longs to be in deeper union with us.
That union is beautifully captured in the paschal mystery of our faith—the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus— that we remember especially in the Triduum. Yet, before we can come to these momentous days of Holy Week and Easter, we must first make our annual Lenten journey.
This year as a Collaborative our theme for this Lenten journey comes from Psalm 51: “Renew a Steadfast Spirit within Us.” (Psalm 51:12b)
Fridays in Lent: Stations of the Cross and the Sacrament of Reconciliation following the 9:00am Mass at St. Paul
Deepen your union with Jesus and God’s people in the Lenten practice of Stations of the Cross. The Stations of the Cross fosters communion, teaches humility, strengthens our faith and hope and provides perseverance in suffering.
Restore your friendship with Christ and His Church through the power of the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Our celebrants will be available to hear your confessions immediately following daily Mass on Fridays.
SAVE THE DATE! Our Annual St. Patrick’s Dinner on Saturday, March 14 at St. Paul
Join Us to Celebrate Boston’s Patron Saint at our St. Patrick’s Dinner!
Saturday, March 14 – St. Paul Parish Hall following the 4:00pm Mass
Join Us for Dinner, Drinks, Music, Coffee & Dessert!
More information coming soon!
Ash Wednesday Collection for Catholic Charities Boston
Every year on Ash Wednesday, the collection at all Masses in the Archdiocese of Boston is taken up for Catholic Charities Boston.
Catholic Charities Boston serves tens of thousands of our neighbors across the Archdiocese of Boston – families in need of food, shelter, advocacy, and emergency assistance. With your partnership, Catholic Charities can continue to be a beacon of hope, offering immediate assistance and the tools for lasting stability through adult education classes, quality childcare, and job training programs.
As we enter this season of renewal, your gift can be an expression of your faith in action. Every contribution directly helps our neighbors in need…
What’s Been Happening in Family Faith Formation? The Sacraments of Initiation
In January, we welcomed families back to Family Faith Formation and our new theme – The Sacraments of Initiation: Baptism, First Communion, and Confirmation. These are the sacraments that welcome us into the Christian community and provide the foundation for our lifelong journey in the faith.
In early January, Kelly Meraw, Director of Pastoral Care and Liturgy, led sessions for our Loaves & Fishes (3-5) and Mustard Seeds (K-2) families.
On February 1, Sister Colleen Gibson, Coordinator of Pastoral Care, led the Salt & Light (6-7) session on the Sacraments of Initiation for students and parents…
Another Fun-Filled Evening at the Annual Father-Daughter Dance!
This year’s annual Father-Daughter Dance was held on Friday, February 6 in a beautifully decorated St. Paul Parish Hall with a packed-house of dads, daughters, and special friends. The DJ kept the party going with great music and fun games and prizes, and great time was had by all!
This annual event is organized and run by dads – a big thank you to Russ Morton and friends for making the event a huge success!
February 22, 2026: “Hidden in Plain Sight: The History of Black Catholics in Boston” at St. Ignatius Church
The St. Ignatius Racial Justice Committee will host a showing of the new film Hidden in Plain Sight: The History of Black Catholics in Boston. Produced by the Archdiocese, the documentary explores the history of Black Catholics through insightful interviews with members of Boston’s Black Catholic community. After the half-hour screening, a small panel will reflect on the themes of the documentary and share their insights and lived experiences.
There will be time for Q&A, and a light supper will be offered. RSVP is strongly encouraged so we can plan on seating and food. RSVP here…
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9 Glen Road Wellesley, MA 02481
781-235-0045
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781-235-1060
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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