A Holy Day of Obligation
MASS SCHEDULE
9:00am Mass at St. Paul Church
7:00pm Mass at St. John the Evangelist Church
The Assumption refers to Mary, “free from… original sin,” being assumed (taken up) into heaven, body and soul, at the end of her life. The Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary celebrates this Church teaching on August 15 each year.
Fr. Lesley has taken a temporary three month position covering a priest’s sabbatical in New York, and will be away from the Collaborative during this time.
Please keep him in your prayers , and know that you are in his.
All Young Adults (age 21-40) are invited to this evening of fun and friendship over good food & lawn games on Saturday, July 26th following the 4PM Mass at St. Paul. Bring a side dish/chips/drinks or a friend and SJSP Young Adult Ministry will provide burgers and hot dogs! We’ll spread out on the lawn behind the rectory and look forward to a great time together.
Registration is appreciated but not required- so we have enough for everyone! Click HERE to let us know if you plan on joining us!
O God, our creator and judge of all the earth, on Independence Day we acknowledge the enduring, self-evident truth stated in our Declaration of Independence: you have created all people equal and endowed every person with the innate rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
Help us to have faith in ourselves. Give us the courage to recognize the many ways we do not live your truth.
Enable us to create a nation that indeed lives your truth in its social structures, politics, economics, healthcare, educational system, and international relations.
Renew our ability to be responsible for our shared freedom. Deepen our devotion to democracy for all. And give us the imagination we need to create in our turbulent times a government of the people, by the people, and for the people. Amen.
-Fr. Lance Nadeau, M.M.
Please join us for the
REDEDICATION OF THE ST. PAUL BELL
AND
DEDICATION OF THE ST. PAUL BELL TOWER
Sunday, June 8, 2025
11:00am Mass
St. Paul Church
Reception following on the Church Lawn
Special Rehearsal for Easter Sunday on Saturday, April 12 from 9:00-10:00am at St. John Church
We are seeking new members for the SJSP Children’s Choir! We are especially excited to welcome new members as Easter approaches, so if your child has been on the fence about joining and singing at the 9:00am Family Mass, there is no better time than now! The Collaborative Children’s Choir will be singing the 9:00am Family Mass on Easter Sunday, April 20 at St. John the Evangelist Church.
To learn more or express interest for your child, please…
Wednesday, April 9 at 7:00pm at St. Paul Church
Please join us on Wednesday, April 9 at 7:00pm for Fr. Bryan Hehir’s Lenten Lecture: “Pope Francis, the Church, and the World.”
This lecture will be livestreamed for those unable to attend in person at the St. Paul Livestream link…
Children in Grades 3-7 are invited to join the Collaborative Children’s Choir to sing at the 9:00am Mass at St. John the Evangelist Church on Easter Sunday, April 20.
We will be holding a special rehearsal prior to Easter – stay tuned for more information!
But why wait – start singing at the Family Mass now!
The Collaborative Children’s Choir sings the 9:00am Family Mass every Sunday during the school year. The Choir is open to children in grades 3-7 (with some flexibility, just ask!) We meet at 8:30am Sunday mornings to rehearse before the 9:00am Family Mass – come join us!
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!
Please reserve online NOW! Click this link: sjspwellesley.org/st-patricks-dinner
Fr. Jim continues to recover well from his recent surgery, and he is very encouraged by the progress he’s making in physical therapy.
The timeline for his return to ministry will be guided by his medical team, and we will let you know once a plan is in place.
Fr. Jim is so grateful for your continued prayers, love, and support, and he looks forward to returning in the next few weeks.