Blessing of all new Religious Education Teachers ~Catechist Commissioning
FAITH FORMATION
Baptismal Preparation -
At St. Mary’s we believe parents are the first teachers of their children. Our Baptismal Preparation classes help parents as they assume their responsibility of bringing up their children in the Catholic faith. Prepares parents and Godparents of children being baptized in their role as the primary religious educator. We welcome new parents to the church and share with them a deep understanding of the nature of this holy sacrament. Preparation sessions take place monthly. Baptism classes are held once a month. Parents and Godparents of the child must attend. Please call Pastoral Center three months prior to date of baptism. Family must be registered in the parish.
Please contact Deacon Patrick Steward at the Parish Office at (508) 829-4508.
Marriage Preparation -
Couple to Couple Married couples work with engaged couples preparing them for marriage. Please call Pastoral Center to make an appointment to speak to Fr. Tim. Wedding preparations must be made at least one year in advance. Please arrange an appointment before making wedding plans.
RCIA -
The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults is a process of study and faith formation for adults who desire full communion with the Catholic Church. The RCIA team provide spiritual companionship by sharing their own faith experiences. It is a process through which adults are prepared for the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist. It is designed for people who have been baptized in other Christian traditions, those who have never been baptized and those who were baptized in the Catholic Church yet have not made their First Communion or been Confirmed. Scripture sharing, information, and conversation and prayer are all part of this process. Anyone interested in learning more about the Catholic faith is invited. Parishioners are also welcome to become part of the RCIA team. Contact Deacon Patrick Steward at the Parish Office (508) 829-4508.
Adult Confirmation Classes
Were you baptized, received First Eucharist, Reconciliation, and attend religious education classes as a child? If you did but did not get confirmed and would like to, please call the Pastoral Center, and we can help you prepare for the last of the sacraments of Initiation, Confirmation.
Adult Enrichment
Opportunities are provided for updating and enriching adult faith life. Parishioners who would like to suggest, lead or develop an enrichment program are invited to work with the Parish Staff in this area. Please contact Deacon Patrick Steward at the Parish Office (508) 829-4508.
Catholics Returning Home -
This program is for Catholics who have been away from the Church for a while. It is designed to reach out and invite non practicing/inactive Catholics to return home and resume active practice in the faith. Contact the Parish Office - (508) 829-4508
Faith Formation -
Bible Study, Catholic teachings and updating your faith are offered throughout the year for continued faith development.
Contact Deacon Patrick Stewart at the Parish Office (508) 829-4508
Parish Library-
Looking for a good read? Have a few minutes while waiting for your children? Come by, sit, and read a book, or check one out. Offerings include spiritual, books biographies, children’s books, and audio books (including the Bible). The library is in the room to the left of the altar.
Contact Denise Pellegrino- (508) 829- 9629 - denisepellegrino@me.com
Cursillo Group -
Want to grow in your faith? Take this short course in Christianity and treat yourself to a “spa for the soul”. Monthly prayer sessions enable continual spiritual growth. Contact Marty/Denise Pellegrino - (508) 829- 9629 - denisepellegrino@me.com
Baptismal Preparation -
At St. Mary’s we believe parents are the first teachers of their children. Our Baptismal Preparation classes help parents as they assume their responsibility of bringing up their children in the Catholic faith. Prepares parents and Godparents of children being baptized in their role as the primary religious educator. We welcome new parents to the church and share with them a deep understanding of the nature of this holy sacrament. Preparation sessions take place monthly. Baptism classes are held once a month. Parents and Godparents of the child must attend. Please call Pastoral Center three months prior to date of baptism. Family must be registered in the parish.
Please contact Deacon Patrick Steward at the Parish Office at (508) 829-4508.
Marriage Preparation -
Couple to Couple Married couples work with engaged couples preparing them for marriage. Please call Pastoral Center to make an appointment to speak to Fr. Tim. Wedding preparations must be made at least one year in advance. Please arrange an appointment before making wedding plans.
RCIA -
The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults is a process of study and faith formation for adults who desire full communion with the Catholic Church. The RCIA team provide spiritual companionship by sharing their own faith experiences. It is a process through which adults are prepared for the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist. It is designed for people who have been baptized in other Christian traditions, those who have never been baptized and those who were baptized in the Catholic Church yet have not made their First Communion or been Confirmed. Scripture sharing, information, and conversation and prayer are all part of this process. Anyone interested in learning more about the Catholic faith is invited. Parishioners are also welcome to become part of the RCIA team. Contact Deacon Patrick Steward at the Parish Office (508) 829-4508.
Adult Confirmation Classes
Were you baptized, received First Eucharist, Reconciliation, and attend religious education classes as a child? If you did but did not get confirmed and would like to, please call the Pastoral Center, and we can help you prepare for the last of the sacraments of Initiation, Confirmation.
Adult Enrichment
Opportunities are provided for updating and enriching adult faith life. Parishioners who would like to suggest, lead or develop an enrichment program are invited to work with the Parish Staff in this area. Please contact Deacon Patrick Steward at the Parish Office (508) 829-4508.
Catholics Returning Home -
This program is for Catholics who have been away from the Church for a while. It is designed to reach out and invite non practicing/inactive Catholics to return home and resume active practice in the faith. Contact the Parish Office - (508) 829-4508
Faith Formation -
Bible Study, Catholic teachings and updating your faith are offered throughout the year for continued faith development.
Contact Deacon Patrick Stewart at the Parish Office (508) 829-4508
Parish Library-
Looking for a good read? Have a few minutes while waiting for your children? Come by, sit, and read a book, or check one out. Offerings include spiritual, books biographies, children’s books, and audio books (including the Bible). The library is in the room to the left of the altar.
Contact Denise Pellegrino- (508) 829- 9629 - denisepellegrino@me.com
Cursillo Group -
Want to grow in your faith? Take this short course in Christianity and treat yourself to a “spa for the soul”. Monthly prayer sessions enable continual spiritual growth. Contact Marty/Denise Pellegrino - (508) 829- 9629 - denisepellegrino@me.com
