Welcome to St. Mary’s Parish
We are so happy and blessed to have you visit our website. St. Mary’s is a parish deeply rooted in the mission of the Church, where prayer and the sacraments are at the center of what we do. Our magnificent upper Church, dedicated in 1900, is the heart of our parish. In the lower level of the Church you will find Mary Hall, where many parish events take place. There you will also see the Life House, the location of our very vibrant Life Teen Youth Ministry Program, which is in its 21st year. The Parish Center houses the parish offices, and is located in the brick building behind the Church. The rectory is next to the Church. It is the residence of the parish priests, as well as for other priests with responsibilities throughout the Archdiocese. The priests and entire staff are here for you.
Welcome and prayerful best wishes to
Archbishop Richard Henning
On Thursday, October 31st, Archbishop Richard Henning will be installed as the tenth bishop and seventh archbishop in the more than 200 year history of the Archdiocese of Boston. Our prayers are with Archbishop Henning this week in preparation for his installation. Please pray for him as he assumes pastoral care of this Archdiocese.
Ad multos annos!
Church & Chapel
The Church is open daily from 7:00 am – 6:00 pm & Saint Joseph Chapel is open daily to the public for Perpetual Adoration from 6:00 am – 11:00 pm (The Church & Chapel are handicap accessible by the rear parking lot).
Make St. Mary’s Your Home
We extend an invitation for you to join our parish. Each parishioner plays an important role in our life together. The celebration of the Eucharist is the heart of all activities. Come share your faith and yourself in one of our parish ministries. Please know the doors of this Church and our hearts are open to you at all times.
Thank you and prayerful best wishes to
Cardinal Sean Patrick O’Malley.
Cardinal O’Malley has officially retire as the Archbishop of Boston. Cardinal O’Malley served as our archbishop and spiritual father for the past twenty-one years. We are grateful for his spiritual leadership and guidance and wish him well in the years to come. May God who has begun this great work in him bring it one day to fulfillment.
Thank you Cardinal O’Malley!
Wisdom of God in the Lives of the Saints
by Fr. Dominic
“[The Church] is therefore holy, though she has sinners in her bosom, because she herself has no other life but that of grace: it is by living by her life that her members are sanctified; it is by removing themselves from her life that they fall into sins and disorders that prevent the radiation of her sanctity. This is why she suffers and does penance for these offenses, of which she has the power to heal her children through the Blood of Christ and the gift of the Holy Spirit.” -Pope Saint Paul VI
Have you ever taken a moment to consider how blessed you are to be a member of the Holy Catholic Church? It is within the Catholic Church that we enjoy the immensity of God’s love for us along with the fullness of Truth! All the riches of heavens overflow into the world through Her. “Fear not, little flock, for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom” (Luke 12:32). It is there that we are fed and nourished with the Precious Body and Blood of Our Savior! There is nothing greater or better than this gift! Every Catholic should be leaping for joy for this underserved gift from God. “See what great love the Father has lavished on us!” (1Jn 3:1). It would be one of the greatest tragedies to be a Catholic and not see how blessed we are. “For what great nation is there that has gods so close to it as the LORD, our God, is to us…” (Deut. 4:7). May the Holy Spirit remove all obstacles that impede our understanding to know the truths and the obscenities that harden our hearts so that we may experience the exceeding joy in the life of grace as a baptized Catholic.
The Family Rosary
The Family Rosary is prayed every Monday Evening at 5:00 p.m. in the Church
“If you wish peace to reign in your homes, recite the Family Rosary” ~ Pope Saint Pius X
Chaplet of Divine Mercy
Chaplet of Divine Mercy is prayed daily (Monday-Friday) at 3:00 p.m. in the St. Joseph Chapel. Please join us!
Dedham Food Pantry
To help our parish community fulfill our calling to serve our neighbors, we are beginning a monthly donation drive for the Dedham Food Pantry. This month we will be canned soup. Collection boxes can be found at the front and back entrances of the Church. Thank you!
The Food Pantry and St. Mary’s are grateful for the donations. However, please make sure the food items donated are not expired. Thank you.
Saint Mary’s has Perpetual Adoration in Saint Joseph’s Chapel
Jesus waits for you in the Blessed Sacrament ~ Let your heart be moved by Him!
He waits to see you and longs for your friendship. Spending time with Him in Adoration not only radiates grace to the world and gives life to your soul, but it gives His heart joy! He waits to hear your needs and concerns. Jesus wants to hear about what’s important to you. Confidently bring it to Him in prayer. Talk to Him as your best friend. He cares about you! He waits to encounter your love and is present in the Eucharist and in every person you meet. Reach out each day with acts of kindness to others. It transforms hearts and helps others tangibly experience the goodness of God! Pray to Him daily. Visit Jesus in the tabernacle and Eucharistic Adoration. Let your heart be moved by Him!
There is a new addition to St. Joseph Chapel! As you enter the Chapel, you will notice posters of Eucharistic Miracles. Please take a moment and check out these extraordinary miracles. Periodically the posters will be changed to introduce you to the various miracles.
Want to be an Adorer or Substitute?
Visit: https://adorationpro.org/maryma.
Knights of Columbus Corner
Charity, Unity, Fraternity and Patriotism are the guiding principles of the Knights of Columbus. We are your brothers, cousins, and neighbors. A Knights of Columbus Council does great work and can help change the community in which you live. Each local council evaluates the needs of their community and implements programs and activities that are most needed. If you are interested in learning more about our local council please email us at: dedhamkofc234@gmail.com or visit us at www.dedhamkofc234.org.
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St. Mary’s LifeTeen Group
St. Mary’s Life Teen offers a wide variety of events geared to teens in high school.
For complete information on Life Teen, click the link below.
Address
25 Avery Street
Dedham, MA 02026
Weekend Masses
Saturdays 4pm
Sundays 7am, 9am, 11am & 5pm
Phone
781-326-0550
Fax
781-326-1809