Please take advantage of the following programs we offer for our adult parishioners:
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Regina Caeli
During the Easter Season we pray the Regina Caeli:
Queen of Heaven, rejoice, alleluia.
For He whom you did merit to bear, alleluia.
Has risen, as He said, alleluia.
Pray for us to God, alleluia.
Rejoice and be glad, O Virgin Mary, alleluia.
For the Lord has truly risen, alleluia.
Let us pray, O God, who gave joy to the world through the resurrection of Thy Son, our Lord Jesus Christ, grant we beseech Thee, that through the intercession of the Virgin Mary, His Mother, we may obtain the joys of everlasting life. Through the same Christ our Lord. Amen
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St. Thomas Aquinas & His Eucharistic Hymns
St. Thomas Aquinas composed five Eucharist Hymns that we continue to use to this very day. They are: Pange Lingua (containing Tantum ergo Sacramentum), Adore Te Devote, Lauda Sion (the sequence for Corpus Christi), Sacris Solemniis (containing Panis Angelicus), and Verbum Supernum Prodiens (containing O’Salutaris Hostia).
In preparation for the Feast of Corpus Christi (June 2nd), we will explore each of these hymns. Each Thursday, during the month of May, we will gather in the Perpetual Adoration Chapel at 6:00 pm to explain and reflect on one of the hymns per week.
This week on Thursday, May 2nd, we will reflect on the Adoro Te Devote.
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American University Women for Life
Presents: “Upholding Human Dignity; Combatting Human Trafficking and Providing Sanctuary for Women” with Bridgett Hurley Dunn, Executive Director of the O’Connell House.
Bridgett will talk to us about this safe home for women who are survivors of human trafficking – a place of healing for women who may or may not be pregnant or have a small child under two years old. This ministry helps put them on a path of recovery through a 24/7 Sister Care Model. The nurturing environment creates an atmosphere of safety and security where dignity can be restored and healing can occur. This will take place on: May 9th, 2024 at 7:30pm in Mary Hall at St. Mary’s Church ~ Dedham
An RSVP is appreciated by May 7th to Mary Elizabeth at maelde@aol.com (617-285-9008).
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New Ministry Starting at St. Mary’s
“It is estimated that 16% of the world’s population lives with a disability – and is one of the largest, under-reached people groups in the world for the Gospel.” ~ Tim Tibow, former NFL quarterback.
Please join us at St. Mary’s in our effort to bring the Gospel and the gift of faith formation to all people of all abilities. In an effort to do this, we will be praying the Rosary with families with members of all abilities, with a special invitation to those with any disabilities to join. We will pray the Rosary once a month in the accessible Life House, starting on Saturday, May 11th at 5:15 pm. Our Lord told His Disciples: “let the children come to Me,” so let us bring all His children to Him and His Mother in this beautiful prayer. For more information and/or questions, please reach out to Nancy at 781.326.0550, ext. 139 or email her at: nlmccormick4@gmail.com
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Parish Book Club
For our next book club selection, we will be reading The Women of Easter; Encounter the Savior with Mary of Bethany, Mary of Nazareth and Mary Magdalene by Liz Curtis Higgs. We will meet on Wednesday, May 15th at 4:00 in the Parish Center library. Please contact Elizabeth (781-326-0550, x119), for more information.
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Porters of St. Joseph
The Porters of Saint Joseph are a volunteer apostolate with the mission to imitate St. Joseph as the Protector of the Holy Church, Pillar of Families, and Terror of Demons. We do this by providing a safe environment at our parishes so the faithful can worship God in peace and security. We build teams of faithful men who have felt the call to get involved but have not yet found the opportunity to put their courageous, heroic, masculine heart at the service of their parish, while at the same time, forming a bond of Christian brotherhood with like-minded men.
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The League of St. Joan of Arc
The League of Saint Joan of Arc is a volunteer apostolate with the mission to imitate St. Joan of Arc as Protector of the Holy Church and Guide of Families. We do this by providing a safe environment at our parish so the faithful can worship God in peace and security. We build teams of faithful women who have felt the call to get involved but have not yet found the opportunity to put their courageous and compassionate hearts at the service of the parish, while at the same time, forming a bond of Christian sisterhood.
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St. Mary’s Library & Book Store
The Library is located on the first floor of the Parish Center. It is open Monday-Friday from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm. Come check out new arrivals to the collection. You are welcome to take books home, to the Chapel, or even stay in the air-conditioned room to read.
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Divine Mercy Devotions
Join us Monday through Friday at 3:00 p.m. as we pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy together before the newly installed Divine Mercy image on the outside front wall of the Parish Center. We will have copies of the devotion available.
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Tuesday Gospel Study
Our weekly Gospel Study is Tuesday mornings (11am –noon). If you have considered joining us to become better acquainted with the Sunday Gospels, this is your chance to join in. No commitment or prior knowledge of Scripture Study is required; we learn and share together in a relaxed atmosphere. Please call Elizabeth (781-326-0550, x119) for more information.
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Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration
Jesus waits for you ~ Let your heart be moved by Him!
He waits to see you and longs for your friendship.
He waits to hear your needs and concerns.
He waits to encounter your love and is present in the Eucharist and in every person you meet.
Pray to Him daily ~ Visit Him in Eucharistic Adoration.
Consider giving the Lord one hour a week, it will be time well spent. If you would like to sign up for an hour please visit the Perpetual Adoration website:
http://adorationpro.org/maryma
ADORATION IS IN THE CHAPEL DAILY FROM 6:00 A.M. TO 11:00 P.M.
Outside St. Joseph’s Chapel are Posted of Eucharistic Miracles. Take a moment and see these great miracles of the Faith. The posters are changed periodically.
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Catholic Social Justice Ministry
Bringing dignity to our vulnerable through
Awareness – Prayer – Action
As Catholics –
“We proclaim that human life is a precious gift from God; that each person who receives this gift has responsibilities toward God, self and others; and that society, through its laws and social institutions, must protect and nurture human life at every stage of its existence.” — USCCB, Pastoral Plan for Pro Life Activities.
Did You Know? Pro-Life Rescuers were incarcerated for praying in a D.C. Full-Term Abortion Facility last year? They have been awaiting their trial & sentencing to be held this May. In the meantime, they’ve been witnessing to other fellow inmates. Our Prayers for a holy conversion of our nation, its leaders, and for justice are more than needed.
“This is what the Lord says: ‘Maintain justice and do what is right, for my salvation is close at hand and my righteousness will soon be revealed.’ This is what the Lord says: ‘Do what is just and right.’” ~ Isaiah 1:17, 56:1
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St. Mary’s Christmas Special
Click on the link below to see the First Annual St. Mary’s Christmas Special.
A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS SPECIAL
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The Theological Virtue of Faith
The video series for the Theological Virtue of Faith was produced by DedhamTV and can be found here on our Parish website. In this series, Fr. Wayne and Deacon Kelley discuss the Virtue of Faith with special guests Kathy Reda, Mark Farah and Matt Farah. The video series is found under the “Faith Formation” tab. Click on the tab and scroll down to video series.
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The Theological Virtue of Hope
The video series for the Theological Virtue of Hope was produced by DedhamTV and can be found here on our Parish website. In this series, Fr. Wayne and Deacon Kelley discuss the Virtue of Hope with special guests Monet Souza and Seminarian Patrick O’Connor. The video series is found under the “Faith Formation” tab. Click on the tab and scroll down to video series.
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The Theological Virtue of Love
The video series for the Theological Virtue of Love was produced by DedhamTV and can be found here on our Parish website. In this series, Fr. Wayne and Deacon Kelley discuss the Virtue of Love with special guests Michael Souza and Maureen Sacocco. The video series is found under the “Faith Formation” tab. Click on the tab and scroll down to video series.
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The Dignity of the Human Person
The video series for the Dignity of the Human Person can be found here on our Parish website. In this series, we explore the inherent dignity of each person, who is made in the image and likeness of God (Imago Dei). Topics discussed are Abortion, Racism, Sexism, Human Trafficking, and Physician Assisted Suicide. The video series is found under the “Faith Formation” tab. Click on the tab and scroll down to video series.
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Prayer
The video series on Prayer can be found here on our Parish website. This video series explores the spirituality and prayer of the Carmelites, Benedictines, Jesuits, and Opus Dei. Perhaps the prayer that is examined may inspire you to add some of the practices to your prayer routine. The video series is found under the “Faith Formation” tab. Click on the tab and scroll down to video series.
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The Universal Call to Holiness
The video series for the Universal Call to Holiness can be found here on our Parish website. It is our fervent desire that this series will assist you and your loved ones in responding to God’s call for holiness in your lives. The video series is found under the “Faith Formation” tab. Click on the tab and scroll down to video series.
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The Holy Mass
The video series on the Holy Mass may also be found here on our website. This video series explores the importance of the Mass and how we remain faithful to our Mass obligation. The video series is found under the “Faith Formation” tab. Click on the tab and scroll down to video series.
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The Sacrament of Confirmation ~
Role of the Holy Spirit
The video series on Confirmation may be found here on our website. This video series explores the Confirmation as well as the Gifts; Fruits of the Holy Spirit. The video series is found under the “Faith Formation” tab. Click on the tab and scroll down to video series.
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The Old Testament
The video series on the Old Testament may be found here on our website. This video series explores the Old Testament Covenants, Prophets, and Narratives. The video series is found under the “Faith Formation” tab. Click on the tab and scroll down to video series.
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