Special Collection for Clergy Retirement Trust This Weekend

Posted on September 17, 2014 | Comments Off on Special Collection for Clergy Retirement Trust This Weekend

Clergy_Retirement_Trust_2014 This week’s second collection supports the retirement, medical and financial needs of priests of the Archdiocese of Boston. These priests have given their lives to faithfully serve Christ, the Church and you. Please be generous to this important collection. Following is a link to a video featuring the story of the Regina Cleri senior priest residence, which is celebrating 50 years of service this year: Celebrating 50 Years of Service to Boston’s Priests

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September 15, 2014: Phase Three Collaboratives Announced

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Disciples in MissionThe St. John – St. Paul Collaborative is formally announced.  From the Disciples in Mission website:

These Collaboratives will formally begin on June 2, 2015.  For more details, see our Frequently Asked Questions document.  You can also go to two articles in the Pilot, here and here.

The Collaboratives are:

  • Saint Agatha in Milton
  • Saint Francis Xavier and Saint Albert in Weymouth
  • Sacred Heart in Weymouth/Braintree and Saint Thomas in Braintree
  • Saint Mary and Saint Bernadette in Randolph
  • Saint John and Saint Paul in Wellesley
  • Saint Mary in Franklin
  • Sacred Heart and Saint Brigid in Lexington
  • Saint Martha in Plainville and Saint Mary in Wrentham
  • Saint Gregory, Dorchester, Saint Matthew, Dorchester, and Saint Angela, Mattapan
  • Saint Mark and Saint Ambrose in Dorchester
  • Gate of Heaven and Saint Brigid in South Boston
  • Saint Vincent, Saint Peter, and Saint Monica/Augustine in South Boston
  • Blessed Mother Teresa, Holy Family, and Saint Peter, Dorchester
  • Saint Paul in Cambridge
  • Saint Ann, Saint Joseph, and Saint Catherine in Somerville
  • Saint Rita, Lowell, Saint Marguerite, Dracut, and Saint Mary Magdalen, Tyngsboro
  • Saint Mary in Georgetown/Rowley
  • Immaculate Conception in Newburyport and Holy Redeemer in West Newbury and Merrimac

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Religious Education Classes Begin – Opening Day Procedures

Posted on September 15, 2014 | Comments Off on Religious Education Classes Begin – Opening Day Procedures

Religious-Education-Contemporary_SMALL2014-2015 Class Schedule
Classes for all grades will begin as follows:
Grades 1–6: Sunday, 9/21 from 10–10:45am or Wednesday, 9/24 from 3:30–4:45pm
Grades 7–10: Sunday, 9/21, from 6 – 8 p.m.
A final calendar and program information can be found on the Religious Education page of the Parish website.

Opening Day Procedures
Grades 1-6:

  • parents and students should report to Philbin Hall in the lower level of St. John’s school where classroom assignments will be posted on the wall
  • parents should accompany their child(ren) to classrooms and should introduce themselves to the teacher
  • students will be dismissed to the coned off area in the parking lot to be picked up unless other arrangements have been made with the teacher
  • classes start at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday & 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday and dismissal times are 10:45 am on Sunday & 4:45 p.m. on Wednesday

Grades 7 -8:

  • students should report to the Parish Center located across the parking lot from the school for room assignments at 6:00 p.m., dismissal is at 8:00 p.m.

Grades 9-10:

  • students should report to Philbin Hall in the lower level of St. John’s school for room assignments at 6:00 p.m., dismissal is at 8:00 p.m.

Parent Meetings

Parents of students in grades 1, 2 and 10 are strongly encouraged to attend informational meetings as follows:
Grade 10 – Sunday, September 28 @ 6:00 p.m.
Grade 1 – Sunday, September 28 @ 7:00 p.m.
Grade 2 – Sunday, September 28 @ 7:30 p.m.

If you have any questions, please contact Jane Leonard, jane.leonard@stjohnwellesley.org, or Linda Messore, linda.messore@stjohnwellesley.org.

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Why Catholic?

Posted on September 13, 2014 | Comments Off on Why Catholic?

St. Paul’s wwhycatholiclanguages-158x160ill soon be gathering into small faith communities for Why Catholic?. Why Catholic? is a faith formation and evangelization program offered by the Archdiocese for adults to explore the richness of their Catholic faith, deepen their relationship with Christ and share more fully in the mission of the Church. This fall, the program’s theme is “Eucharist – Bread for the Journey” and focuses on the importance of full, active participation in Sunday Mass, the centrality of Christ’s real presence in the Eucharist, the celebration of the Paschal Mystery, and how Catholics live this mystery in their daily lives. This program is open to St. John’s parishioners and gives them an opportunity to meet new friends and share our faith in the comfort of a parishioner’s home. Why Catholic? will begin the week of October 6 and will meet once a week for 6 weeks. More information and signups will be available during the month of September. New members are welcome as well as returning participants. If you would like to be a group leader or open up your home for a group please contact Kay Kociuba, St. Paul Pastoral Associate at (781) 235-1060.

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Parish Pancake Breakfast – Sunday, September 21

Posted on September 13, 2014 | Comments Off on Parish Pancake Breakfast – Sunday, September 21

pancakesPlease join us on Sunday, September 21 for our Parish Pancake Breakfast following our Sunday morning Masses. We will have pancakes in the Social Hall along with games, pony rides, a petting zoo, and much more outside on the grounds!  We look forward to seeing you there!

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Blessing of the Animals – Sunday, October 5 at 2:30pm

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Blessing of the Animals LogoJoin us this Sunday, October 5 at 2:30pm for the “Blessing of the Animals”.  All loved animals are welcome – real, toy and photo!  Free balloon animals for kids of all ages!  (Behind the Church)

For their safety, all real animals should be leashed or in a carrier.  Please consider donating gently used blankets and towels for local animal shelters.

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Welcome to Steven Maddaloni!

Posted on September 13, 2014 | Comments Off on Welcome to Steven Maddaloni!

Steven_MaddaloniSteven is currently studying at Pope St. John XXIII Seminary and will be participating in the life of the Parish as he completes his ed. assignment for the Seminary. Steven comes to us from the Long Island Rockville Center Diocese. We look forward to his involvement with our Parish community!

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Special Invitation from the St. John Service Commission

Posted on September 13, 2014 | Comments Off on Special Invitation from the St. John Service Commission

Service FairJust so, your light must shine before others, that they may see your good deeds, and glorify your heavenly Father.  –Matthew 5:15

To serve is to walk in the footsteps of Christ. To help one another is to live out His example. To give aid when it is needed is to take up his cross and be the light we are called to be. As disciples of Christ, we are called to take up the mantle of service and live for others. In acts great and small we are called to live out the example of Christ and let our example shine as a beacon for those who are in need of a little light.

In this spirit, the St. John Service Commission invites any parishioners interested in becoming more involved in the work of service to others to join us next year. The Service Commission acts as a coordination and oversight committee for our parish outreach and service programs, and provides a channel for exploring and incorporating new programs and new opportunities to serve into the St. John’s community. Our role is to be a catalyst for Christ’s call to serve, and a support mechanism for those who choose to answer that call.

The Service Commission meets approximately once every two months for 1 1/2 hours and typically members serve a three-year term. Requirements are that you feel a call for service and are looking for a way to express it. Those interested in becoming a Commission member should visit our page on the parish website  for information, or contact Michael Cassa or Mary McCauley.

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September 14: News from AFFC

Posted on September 12, 2014 | Comments Off on September 14: News from AFFC

Boston College Continuing Education On-Campus Events for Fall 2014

C21_HimesThe Poor: What did Jesus Preach? What does the Church Teach?
Tuesday, September 23, 5:30 p.m.
Gasson Hall, Room 100, Chestnut Hill Campus
Presenter: Kenneth Himes, O.F.M.,
Associate Professor of Theology, Boston College Theology Department
Fr. Ken Himes will explore how compassion for the poor reflects an acceptance of our own humanity and that of others, and is ultimately a key element of our journey to know Christ.
Free of charge and open to the public. Please RSVP.
Co-sponsored by The Church in the 21st Century Center, the School of Theology and Ministry, and the Theology Department

JamesMartinSJJesus: A Pilgrimage
Thursday, September 25, 6:30 p.m.
Robsham Theater, Chestnut Hill Campus
Presenter: James Martin, S.J.
Editor-at-large of America magazine, bestselling author, and “official chaplain” of The Colbert Report
Encounter Jesus in a new way. Father Martin will offer fascinating details about the “historical Jesus,” the real-life man who walked the earth in first-century Palestine, and will also invite you to meditate on the “Christ of faith,” the one risen from the dead. As he does in his new book Jesus: A Pilgrimage, he will combines stories from a pilgrimage to the Holy Land, the most up-to-date biblical study, and profound spiritual insights to help you answer the question that Jesus first posed to his disciples: “Who do you say that I am?”
No registration. Seating will be first-come, first-served, with doors opening at 6:00 p.m.
Co-sponsored by the School of Theology and Ministry and The Church in the 21st Century Center

Book Discussion Group: Next meeting will be Thursday, October 9 at 7:30pm in the Parish Center.

St. John’s Adult Faith Formation Commission
Email: AFFC@stjohnwellesley.org

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Religious Education: Opening Info for Students, Teachers, and Cluster Families

Posted on September 11, 2014 | Comments Off on Religious Education: Opening Info for Students, Teachers, and Cluster Families

Religious-Education-Contemporary_SMALL2014-2015 Class Schedule
Classes for all grades will begin as follows:
Grades 1–6: Sunday, 9/21 from 10–10:45am or Wednesday, 9/24 from 3:30–4:45pm
Grades 7–10: Sunday, 9/21, from 6 – 8 p.m.
A final calendar and program information can be found on the Parish website.

Teachers: The kick-off meeting for all teachers is Sunday, September 14, at 10:00 a.m. in Philbin Hall. Please make every effort to attend.
Cluster Families: The opening meeting for those registered as clusters will be held on Monday, September 15, at 7:30 p.m. in the Parish Center Chapel Room. Lesson plans will be distributed.

If you have any questions, please contact Jane Leonard, jane.leonard@stjohnwellesley.org, or Linda Messore, linda.messore@stjohnwellesley.org.

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