Category Archives: Children

Parents of Little Ones Playgroup (P.O.L.O) Starting September 25th!

POLO_LogoAre you looking to meet other parents from St. John’s or make a friend for your little one? Then come by the Church Social Hall on Wednesdays from 9:00am to 11:00am for the new Parents Of Little Ones playgroup. A group organized by parents where they can stop by anytime to meet and socialize with other parents and children. Bring your coffee, snacks and toys.  No need to RSVP – just drop in between 9:00 am – 11:00am on Wednesday mornings – the door will be open! (Be sure to use the stroller friendly Ledyard Street entrance.) If you have questions or would like to be put on the email list please contact Chrissy Cassa at chrissy.cassa@stjohnwellesley.org

St. John’s Music News…

Calling all musicians, instrumentalists and vocalists alike!  SAINT JOHN’S MUSIC is in need of your talents, and we have something of interest to everyone. Musicians of all ability levels, from novice to expert, are most welcome in any group.

Music_Youth Choir LogoIf you attend the 9:00 a.m. Family Mass and enjoy the upbeat, children-friendly, hand-clapping hymns we sing each week, we are always seeking new singers and instrumentalists to join our ranks. All ages are welcome! Please contact Chris Holownia (617-513-0823 or christopher.holownia@gmail.com) for more information about how to get involved. Our first rehearsal will be Sunday, September 8, 2013. During the school year, we rehearse each Sunday morning at 8:00 a.m. to prepare for that day’s 9:00 a.m. Mass, and we also prepare special liturgies for Grade Level Masses, Advent, Christmas, Lent, Palm Sunday, Easter, and Pentecost. The Christmas and Easter Youth Choirs, directed by Maria Wardwell (781-237-2148 or Maria.Wardwell@stjohnwellesley.org), also join forces with the Family Mass Musicians at those special times of year and have a separate rehearsal schedule.

music_choirFor you who attend the 11:00 a.m. Mass on Sunday mornings and prefer the time-tested traditional choir, we encourage you to join with our Parish Choir. Please contact Laurence Carson (781-235-0034 or Laurence.Carson@stjohnwellesley.org) for more information on how to become involved. Our first rehearsal will be Sunday, September 22, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. Our First Sunday Choir will resume on Sunday, October 6, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. for those who have just a little extra time to devote to choir singing on a once a month, one time rehearsal basis.

CME_PhotoIf you attend the 5:00 p.m. Mass on Sunday evenings, we are in the process of developing the music programming for that service and would love to hear your ideas.
The genre tends to be more contemporary, appealing to the young adults/teens and their families, and we seek both vocalists and instrumentalists to rehearse at 4:15 p.m. each Sunday before the Mass that same night. We occasionally plan programming to coincide with the teen Masses and other special events. Please contact Chris Holownia (617-513-0823 or christopher.holownia@gmail.com) if you are interested in getting involved! Our first rehearsal will be Sunday, September 8, 2013.

For New Parents and Parents of Little Ones

PlaygroupLooking to meet other parents from St. John’s or make a friend for your little one? We are looking to start a new group for parents this fall. A group organized by parents where they can stop by for a play group in the Social Hall, at the park, where ever! We are open to any ideas and suggestions! Whether you’re going to have a new baby, have a newborn or preschool age kids already -we’d love to hear from you. Email Chrissy Cassa at chrissy.cassa@stjohnwellesley.org

Appreciation Weekend May 18-19

All Masses will be in Thanksgiving for you who make our parish all that it is and continues to become!
Thank You All!

Please join us Sunday morning for refreshments after the 7:30am, 9:00am, and 11:00am Masses.

Attention Young Singers!

Attention young singers – children in grades 1-8 are invited to participate in St. John’s Easter Youth Choir!  High School Assistants are welcome.  There is one rehearsal remaining:  3/24 from 10:50-11:50 in the Chapel. The children will sing at the 9:00AM Family Mass on Easter Sunday, March 31, 2013.   For more information email Maria Wardwell  or call 781-237-2148.

Help Perform the Passion Play on Palm Sunday! Rehearsal This Saturday, March 23

Passion-PlayATTENTION ACTORS: Seeking Actors/Actresses in Grade 3 and older to help “perform” the Passion Play at the 9:00am Family Mass on Palm Sunday, March 24. Attendance at one rehearsal on Saturday, March 23 from 9:00am to 12:00pm  is required/mandatory. Confirmation candidates earn 5 hours of community service credit. Please contact Maria Wardwell (781-237-2148) or Chrissy Harding (781-416-7362) for information and registration.

Join Us at the 9am Family Mass

Family Mass_AltarSundays at the 9am – the Family Mass is a wonderful way for your family to participate! Volunteer to greet parishioners  bring gifts to the altar, set-up the Donuts and much more. We would love your participation and will provide you with all the information you need.  To learn more, visit our new Family Mass page, or contact Chrissy Cassa,  Family Mass Coordinator, for more information.

Easter Youth Choir Rehearsals Begins Sunday, March 3

Attention young singers – children in grades 1-8 are invited to participate in St. John’s Easter Youth Choir!  High School Assistants are welcome.  Sign up and first rehearsal on Sunday, March 3.  There are 4 rehearsals:  3/3, 3/10, 3/17 and 3/24 from 10:50-11:50 in the Chapel. The children will sing at the 9:00AM Family Mass on Easter Sunday, March 31, 2013.   For more information email Maria Wardwell  or call 781-237-2148.

February 17: News from Religious Education

Religious-Education-ContemporaryThis Week:  No Classes.
Enjoy the vacation week!
Next Week: No Classes.
 
Friends for Good is a dynamic component of the Religious Education Program designed to enable older students (Grades 7-10) to put their faith into action while deepening their individual commitment as life-long disciples of Christ. The wide variety of activities and events are intended to encourage personal reflection, create a sense of community, and promote social outreach. Through camaraderie, fellowship, and good will, participants foster the mission of the Catholic faith for the benefit of themselves and their neighbors. For more information please visit the Friends for Good page on our website.

All Religious Education Programs and Youth Choir Rehearsal CANCELLED for Sunday, February 10

CancelledMorning and evening St. John’s Religious Ed classes are canceled for Sunday, February 10th.   The Confirmation Retreat scheduled for Sunday, February 10th is postponed and will be rescheduled at a later date. The Grade 2 Parent Meeting for Sunday, February 10th is rescheduled for Sunday, March 3rd at 10:15 am in Philbin Hall.  A Grade 2 Parent Meeting is also scheduled for Wednesday, February 13th at 3:45 pm in Philbin Hall.  Grade 2 parents are invited to attend the meeting of their choice.