Lenten Loft Book Club: “Struck Down, Not Destroyed” – March 10 at St. Paul

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

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

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

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…

Archdiocese of Boston 17th Annual Social Justice Convocation

Archdiocese of Boston 17th Annual Social Justice Convocation

Catholic Social Teaching: The Wisdom that Calls Us to Action – Saturday, Mar 14 from 8am to 3:30pm at Boston College High School

Join us in person for a day filled with reflection, dialogue, and action as we learn about Catholic Social Teaching and how to apply it to our faith! Let’s come together to make a difference!

· Opening Mass with Archbishop Richard Henning
· Keynote: Dr. Brian Corbin, Executive Vice President,  Catholic Charities USA
· Resource Center and Workshops
· Light Breakfast/Lunch

For more information and to register visit:  Archdiocese of Boston Social Justice Ministry

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

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.

Young Adult Ministry: “Practicing Lent” Prayer Series

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!

“How to Be Present to Someone Grieving” a Busted Halo Podcast with Sister Colleen Gibson

“How to Be Present to Someone Grieving” a Busted Halo Podcast with Sister Colleen Gibson

On February 12, Sr. Colleen sat down with Father Dave Dwyer, CSP, host of the Busted Halo Podcast, to talk about loss, presence, and how faith and community can hold us when words fall short.

We all walk through different seasons of life, and Father Dave welcomes Sister Colleen Gibson to discuss accompanying those in times of grief. Sister Colleen belongs to the Sisters of Saint Joseph [of Philadelphia], and co-hosts the “Beyond the Habit” podcast. She currently serves as the Coordinator of Pastoral Care at St. John-St. Paul Catholic Collaborative in Wellesley, MA, where among many things she helps run a bereavement ministry called “Seasons of Hope.”

Sister Colleen first discusses her religious order. “Sisters of St Joseph are ready for any good work… “

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