Attention Young Singers!

Posted on February 6, 2016 | Comments Off on Attention Young Singers!

Music_Youth Choir LogoChildren in grades 1-8 are invited to participate in the St. John’s Easter Youth Choir. High School Assistants are welcome. There are 4 rehearsals: February 28, March 6, 13, and 20 at 10:50-11:50 a.m. in the Chapel. Sign up and first rehearsal February 28. The Children will sing at the 9:00 a.m. Family Mass on Easter Sunday, March 27, 2016. Registration closes Sunday March 6. For more information and to register call Maria Wardwell 781-237-2148 or Maria.wardwell@stjohnwellesley.org.

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February 7: Religious Education Update

Posted on February 6, 2016 | Comments Off on February 7: Religious Education Update

Religious-Education-Contemporary_SMALLThis Week: Sunday, February 7
Grades 1 – 6 Class 10:00 – 10:45 a.m.
Grades 7 & 8 No class
Grades 9, 10 High School Retreat 1:00 – 6:00 p.m., Church Social Hall (prior registration required)

Wednesday, February 10, Ash Wednesday
Grades 1 – 6 Class 3:30 – 4:45 p.m.

Next Week: February 14, 2016 Winter Break begins. No classes. Classes resume 2/28/16.

A full calendar of all events is available at the Religious Education section of the Parish website.  If you have any questions, please contact Jane Leonard or Linda Messore.

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Ash Wednesday – February 10, 2016

Posted on February 6, 2016 | Comments Off on Ash Wednesday – February 10, 2016

Ash Wed CrossAsh Wednesday is a day of universal fast and abstinence in the Church.
Mass and Liturgy of the Word Services
St. John
7:00 AM Mass with Ashes
12:10 PM Mass with Ashes
5:30 PM Mass with Ashes
St. Paul
9:00 AM Mass with Ashes
2:00 PM Ash Service  (with Religious Education)
7:00 PM Mass with Ashes

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Lenten Guidelines

Posted on February 6, 2016 | Comments Off on Lenten Guidelines

Lenten CrossThe annual observance of Lent is the special season for the ascent to the holy mountain of Easter. Fasting, almsgiving, and prayer are the three traditional disciplines of Lent. Through its twofold theme of repentance and preparation for Baptism, the season of Lent disposes both the catechumens and the faithful to celebrate the Paschal Mystery. The faithful and catechumens are encouraged to undertake these practices with prayer and a spirit of penance. Ash Wednesday and Good Friday are days of fast and abstinence. Fridays of Lent are also days of abstinence.

FASTING: For all those 18 years of age and older, who have not yet celebrated their 59th birthday. On a fast day one full meal is allowed. Two other meals, sufficient to maintain strength, may be taken according to each one’s needs, but together they should not equal another full meal. (Eating between meals is not permitted, however, liquids such as milk and juices are allowed.

ABSTINENCE: By all 14 years of age and older. On days of abstinence, no meat is allowed (except when health or ability to work would be seriously affected).

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Online Survey Deadline Extended to February 17 – Please Complete the Disciple Maker Index (DMI) Survey Today!

Posted on February 5, 2016 | Comments Off on Online Survey Deadline Extended to February 17 – Please Complete the Disciple Maker Index (DMI) Survey Today!

Planning Survey ImageAll adult (18+) parishioners are strongly encouraged to complete this 10-15 minute survey as soon as possible.  All responses will be confidential and the Parish will only receive information about the community as whole. For more information about the survey, please see this list of Frequently Asked Questions.

The Catholic Leadership Institute has notified us that they are extending the deadline for online surveys by one week. Online survey will now be available until Wednesday, February 17.  If you do not have the ability to complete an online survey, paper copies will also be available at the back of the church or by contacting the Parish Office at 781-235-0045 or stjohnwellesley@stjohnwellesley.org. Paper surveys must be completed and placed in the box at the entrance to the church or returned to the Parish Office no later than Sunday, February 7. (Please note that this cut-off date is earlier because the paper surveys must be sent to DMI for data entry.)

Please CLICK THE LINK today!  Thank you for helping with this important project!

 

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Thursday, February 11 at 7:30pm: St. John Book Discussion Group – “Short Stories by Jesus: The Enigmatic Parables of a Controversial Rabbi”

Posted on February 5, 2016 | Comments Off on Thursday, February 11 at 7:30pm: St. John Book Discussion Group – “Short Stories by Jesus: The Enigmatic Parables of a Controversial Rabbi”

short_stories_bt_jesusThis month’s selection is Short Stories by Jesus: The Enigmatic Parables of a Controversial Rabbi by Amy-Jill Levine, University Professor of New Testament and Jewish Studies, Vanderbilt Divinity School. Professor Levine writes: “Jesus was requiring that his disciples do more than listen: he was asking them to think as well. What makes the parables mysterious, or difficult, is they challenge us to look into the hidden aspects of our own values, our own lives.”

For more information contact John Stewart by email or at (617) 969-0950.
Thursday, January 14
7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Parish Center

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Time is Running Out – Please Complete the Disciple Maker Index (DMI) Survey Today!

Posted on February 1, 2016 | Comments Off on Time is Running Out – Please Complete the Disciple Maker Index (DMI) Survey Today!

Planning Survey ImageAll adult (18+) parishioners are strongly encouraged to complete this 10-15 minute survey as soon as possible.  All responses will be confidential and the Parish will only receive information about the community as whole. For more information about the survey, please see this list of Frequently Asked Questions.

The survey is only open until Ash Wednesday, February 10.  If you do not have the ability to complete an online survey, paper copies will also be available at the back of the church or by contacting the Parish Office at 781-235-0045 or stjohnwellesley@stjohnwellesley.org. Paper surveys must be completed and placed in the box at the entrance to the church or returned to the Parish Office no later than Sunday, February 7. (Please note that this cut-off date is earlier because the paper surveys must be sent to DMI for data entry.)

Please CLICK THE LINK today!  Thank you for helping with this important project!

 

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World Youth Day 2016

Posted on January 29, 2016 | Comments Off on World Youth Day 2016

Krakow LogoWorld Youth Day (WYD) is a worldwide encounter with the Pope which is typically celebrated every few years in a different country. This year, we have 40 representatives from St. John and St. Paul parishes traveling to Krakow, Poland this summer. After attending the 11:00am Mass at St John’s together last Sunday, we held the first of our preparation meetings this year where we began to learn about the history of Poland and the Catholic church in Poland and specifically about the life of St. John Paul II.

We invite you to join with us and find out more about World Youth Day and our group by going to the World Youth Day link on the Parish website.

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Posted in Important Announcements, SJSP Collaborative, SJSP Collaborative Programs and Events, World Youth Day

What Place Does Mercy Have in Your Life?

Posted on January 29, 2016 | Comments Off on What Place Does Mercy Have in Your Life?

Logo_OfficialIn Miscericordiae Vultus (The Face of Mercy), Pope Francis explains that mercy is the ultimate and supreme act by which God comes to meet us. Pope Francis often reminds us, we are all, he included, sinners in need of God’s mercy. The first and only step required to experience mercy is to acknowledge that we are in need of mercy. The mercy of God is his loving concern for each one of us. No one is excluded from God’s mercy. The Lord never tires of forgiving us: never! God always forgives. God forgives always. God forgives not with a decree but with a caress. God’s mercy is the beating heart of the gospel.
(Adapted from the words of Pope Francis: The Name of God is Mercy, Random House)

For your reflection: What place and meaning does mercy have in your heart, life, and personal history?

The Adult Faith Formation and Service Commissions of St. John Parish facilitate our journey into the Heart of Mercy.

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January 31: Religious Education Update

Posted on January 29, 2016 | Comments Off on January 31: Religious Education Update

Religious-Education-Contemporary_SMALLThis Week: Sunday, January 31
Grade 3 Mass 9:00 a.m.
Grades 1 – 6 Class 10:00 – 10:45 a.m.
Grades 7 & 8 No class
Grades 9 & 10 Teen Mass @ St. Paul’s 5:00 p.m.
Reception for students follows in the Parish Hall.

Next Week: Sunday, February 7
Grades 1 – 6 Class 10:00 – 10:45 a.m.
Grades 7 & 8 No class
Grades 9, 10 High School Retreat 1:00 – 6:00 p.m., Church Social Hall (prior registration required)

Wednesday, February 10, Ash Wednesday
Grades 1 – 6 Class 3:30 – 4:45 p.m.

A full calendar of all events is available at the Religious Education section of the Parish website.  If you have any questions, please contact Jane Leonard or Linda Messore.

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