All are invited to participate in one of our Lenten programs presented in collaboration with Boston College’s The Church in the 21st Century and based on a book by theologians Colleen Griffith and Tom Groome titled Catholic Spiritual Practices – A Treasury of Old and New.
This series, “Engage – Mind, Heart & Lives”, is similar to our ARISE Program of years ago. More information to come!
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This wonderful series is intended for anyone seeking to live more contemplatively. Through a prayer and reading from Thomas Merton and other spiritual masters and the resource of the book, available at the first session, participants revisit and refresh their perspectives on life. This opportunity helps us to understand what Merton insists: that our spiritual life is our everyday lived experience.
To register, e-mail Steve Maddaloni at smaddaloni@msn.com. Book payment at first session. All Welcome!
Sundays, 3:00 – 4:30pm beginning February 1 to March 15 (excluding March 8) in the Parish Center.
Moderator: Steve Maddaloni from Pope John Seminary
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Students and parents are invited to our Open House on Tuesday, January 27 from 8:00 – 9:30am. Take a tour, meet the faculty, and see what a Catholic Education at Saint John School is all about.
For more information, please visit our website at www.saintjohnschool.net, or by clicking the picture above. Prospective families can also contact Judy Lewis to schedule a tour – Mrs. Lewis can be reached by email jlewis@saintjohnschool.net or by phone (781) 235-0300.
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Online Courses through C21 OnlineSacrament in Catholic Life
February 18-March 24
The introduction to the sacramental life of the Church offers an overview of the principles of sacramentality and examines each of the seven sacrament within the Catholic faith.
The Gospel of Mark
February 18-March 10
The introduction to the Gospel of Mark explores the uniques insights into the question of suffering and the mystery of the Cross. Mark’s Gospel will be featured most prominently throughout this year’s Sunday Lectionary cycle.
Autumn Blessings
February 18-March 24
Reflect on the meaning of spirituality as part of your Lenten practice this year. The course reflects on hope, forgiveness, mercy, self-love, and the meaning of discipleship at the heart of spirituality in the second half of adulthood.
TO REGISTER: Registration closes February 13 or when filled to capacity – click this link to learn more and register – Spring 2015 Schedule and Registration
Reading the Hebrew Bible with Jesus
Wednesday, February 25, 5:30 p.m.
Presenter: Michael Simone, SJ
Islam for Catholics 101
Thursday, March 5, 5:30 p.m.
Presenter: Natana J. DeLong-Bas
Holy Ones, Called to Be Holy: St. Paul and “Life in the Spirit”
Friday, March 13, 1:00-3:30 p.m.
Presenter: Thomas D. Stegman, SJ
TO REGISTER: All events are open to the public, free of charge. Please click this link to learn more and register – Upcoming Events, Continuing Education
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Bridges to Contemplative Living with Thomas Merton
Sundays, 3:00 – 4:30pm beginning February 1 to March 15 (excluding March 8) in the Parish Center
Moderator: Steve Maddaloni from Pope John Seminary
This wonderful series is intended for anyone seeking to live more contemplatively. Through a prayer and reading from Thomas Merton and other spiritual masters and the resource of the book, available at the first session, participants revisit and refresh their perspectives on life. This opportunity helps us to understand what Merton insists: that our spiritual life is our everyday lived experience. To register, e-mail Steve Maddaloni at smaddaloni@msn.com. Book payment at first session. All Welcome!
Program for Women
Resumes Tuesday, February 3 at 6:30pm
Moderator: Sr. Evelyn Ronan, SND
We gather together at 6:30 p.m. in our Church Social Hall to continue this year’s journey: Pondering Grace through the Lens of Love. Bring your favorite Winter recipe for a fabulous potluck! All Welcome!
An Overview of Marriage through the History of the Church
Monday, February 9, 7:00 p.m., Social Hall
Presenter: Maria Bianco, one of the Judges at the Metropolitan Tribunal for the Archdiocese since 2003. Maria graduated from the School of Law at Catholic University in Argentina and as a Canon Lawyer at the Lateran University in Rome. Before moving to Boston, she had been teaching Civil Law at the Catholic University and University of Moron in Buenos Aires and Canon Law at the Seminary of the Diocese of San Isidro. She also worked as a civil attorney and as an Advocate for Canon Law cases at the Metropolitan Tribunal of the Archdiocese of Buenos Aires.
ADVANCE NOTICE – ST. JOHN LENTEN PROGRAMS
All are invited to participate in one of our Lenten programs presented in collaboration with Boston College’s The Church in the 21st Century and based on a book by theologians Colleen Griffith and Tom Groome titled Catholic Spiritual Practices – A Treasury of Old and New.
This series, “Engage – Mind, Heart & Lives”, is similar to our ARISE Program of years ago. More information to come!
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This Week: Sunday, January 25
Grades 1 – 6 Class 10:00 – 10:45 a.m.
Grades 7 & 8 Discussion with Kerry Cronin,
Professor of Philosophy at Boston College
6:00–7:30pm Philbin Hall (*see below)
Grades 9 & 10 Teen Mass @ St. Paul’s 5:00 p.m.
Reception for students follows in the Parish Hall.
Wednesday, January 28
Grades 1 – 6 Class 3:30– 4:45 p.m.
Saturday, January 31
Grade 2 First Reconciliation 9:30 a.m.
Wednesday, January 28
Grades 1 – 6 Class 3:30– 4:45 p.m.
Saturday, January 31
Grade 2 First Reconciliation 9:30 a.m.
Next Week: Sunday, February 1
Grade 4 Mass 9:00 a.m.
Grades 1 – 6 Class 10:00 – 10:45 a.m.
*Grade 7&8 Event:
Kerry Cronin, Professor of Philosophy at Boston College, will be speaking to the grades 7 & 8 students on January 26 from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. in lieu of their regular religious ed. classes. The discussion will focus on topics, issues, and challenges that our young people may be facing. Parents are welcome to attend this session.
A full calendar of all events is available on the Religious Education section of the Parish website.
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Back in November, parishioners were asked to complete a Music Survey, which was available both online and in paper form in the bulletin. The goal of the survey was to help us take stock of our current music ministry as a whole, in an effort to review, with your help, what we do well and to discover areas of potential change and/or improvement. More than 180 parishioners responded to the survey, which is the highest response to any survey we have undertaken here at St. John. Many thanks to all who participated and who took the time to provide such detailed feedback. The overall data results have been tabulated and is available in this week’s bulletin or online HERE.
Our next step is to study and analyze all the thoughtful and thorough answers provided in the comment sections of the survey to see what trends and conclusions can be drawn, and we’ll be publishing more information in the coming weeks.
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Pope Francis has a special concern for refugees and has designated this Sunday as World Day of Migrants and Refugees. The theme he has chosen for this year is: “Church without frontiers, mother to all”. Here at St. Johns we have a Refugee Ministry which provides support to Refugee families relocating to the Boston area. If you would like to get involved in this ministry, please contact Beth Dugan at 781-235-0187.
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Bridges to Contemplative Living with Thomas Merton
Sunday Afternoons, 3:00 – 4:30pm in the Parish Center
Beginning February 1 to March 15 (excluding March 8)
(Dates to be confirmed as this series unfolds).
Moderator: Steve Maddaloni from Pope John Seminary
This wonderful series is intended for anyone seeking to live more contemplatively. Through a prayer and reading from Thomas Merton and other spiritual masters and the resource of the book, available at the first session, participants revisit and refresh their perspectives on life. This opportunity helps us to understand what Merton insists: that our spiritual life is our everyday lived experience. To register, e-mail Steve Maddaloni at smaddaloni@msn.com. Book payment at first session. All Welcome!
Special Evening to ponder and share the life of Archbishop Oscar Romero from El Salvador.
Wednesday, January 21, 7:30 p.m. in the Parish Center.
Using a small book authored by Kevin Clarke entitled Love Must Win Out we will be introduced to a man “who gave everything – including his life – for the poor, for the Church and for God.” Come join us for this special evening. To register
e-mail the Adult Faith Formation Committee at AFFC@stjohnwellesley.org. Books available ahead of time in the Rectory vestibule (payment to be made on January 21) All Welcome!
Program for Women resumes Tuesday, February 3
Moderator: Sr. Evelyn Ronan, SND
We gather together at 6:30 p.m. in our Church Social Hall to continue this year’s journey: Pondering Grace through the lens of love. Bring your favorite Winter recipe for a fabulous potluck! All Welcome!
ADVANCE NOTICE – St. John Lenten Programs: All are invited to participate in one of our Lenten programs presented in collaboration with Boston College’s The Church in the 21st Century and based on a book by theologians Colleen Griffith and Tom Groome titled Catholic Spiritual Practices – A Treasury of Old and New.
This series, “Engage – Mind, Heart & Lives”, is similar to our ARISE Program of years ago. More information to come!
Monday, February 9, 7:00 p.m., Social Hall
An overview of marriage through the history of the Church
Presenter: Maria Bianco, one of the Judges at the Metropolitan Tribunal for the Archdiocese since 2003. Maria graduated from the School of Law at Catholic University in Argentina and as a Canon Lawyer at the Lateran University in Rome. Before moving to Boston, she had been teaching Civil Law at the Catholic University and University of Moron in Buenos Aires and Canon Law at the Seminary of the Diocese of San Isidro. She also worked as a civil attorney and as an Advocate for Canon Law cases at the Metropolitan Tribunal of the Archdiocese of Buenos Aires.
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This Week: No Classes
Enjoy the long weekend!
Next Week: Sunday, January 25
Grades 1 – 6 Class 10:00 – 10:45 a.m.
Grades 7 & 8 Discussion with Kerry Cronin,
Professor of Philosophy at Boston College
6:00–7:30pm Philbin Hall (see below)
Grades 9 & 10 Teen Mass @ St. Paul’s 5:00 p.m.
Reception for students follows in the Parish Hall.
Wednesday, January 28
Grades 1 – 6 Class 3:30– 4:45 p.m.
Saturday, January 31
Grade 2 First Reconciliation 9:30 a.m.
Upcoming Event:
Kerry Cronin, Professor of Philosophy at Boston College, will be speaking to the grades 7 & 8 students on January 26 from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. in lieu of their regular religious ed. classes. The discussion will focus on topics, issues, and challenges that our young people may be facing. Parents are welcome to attend this session.
A full calendar of all events is available on the Religious Education section of the Parish website.
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