Jesus does not come to destroy the temple, but to fulfill it (see Matthew 5:17) - to reveal its true purpose in God's saving plan. He is the Lord the prophets said would come - to purify the temple, banish the merchants, and make it a house of prayer for all peoples (see Zechariah 14:21; Malachi 3:1-5; Isaiah 56:7). The God who made the heavens and the earth, who brought Israel out of slavery, does not dwell in sanctuaries made by human hands (see Acts 7:48; 2 Samuel 7:5). Nor does He need offerings of oxen, sheep, or doves (see Psalm 50:7-13).

As you have heard, Fr. Fitz and I have had Covid 19.

I am fully recovered, but Fr. Fitz needs more time to recover. Thanks be to God, though slow, Fr. Fitz is making progress. I just wanted to let you know that while the parish was closed, all arranged Masses were celebrated privately.

3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time (Cycle B)

The calling of the brothers in today's Gospel evokes Elisha's commissioning by the prophet Elijah (see 1 Kings 19:19-21). As Elijah comes upon Elisha working on his family's farm, so Jesus sees the brothers working by the seaside. And as ElishREAD MORE

Our annual collection continues. You should have already received a letter and envelope in the mail detailing the need for the collection along with a summary of income and expenses for last fiscal year and the budget for this fiscal year. If you did not receive a letter please call the office at 617-782-5774 and leave a message for Patricia McShane with your name and address. This collection is the largest single income producer for our parish each year and is essential to the financial health of the parish.

Our annual collection continues. You should have already received a letter and envelope in the mail detailing the need for the collection along with a summary of income and expenses for last fiscal year and the budget for this fiscal year. If you did not receive a letter please call the office at 617-782-5774 and leave a message for Patricia McShane with your name and address. This collection is the largest single income producer for our parish each year and is essential to the financial health of the parish.

Our annual collection continues. You should have already received a letter and envelope in the mail detailing the need for the collection along with a summary of income and expenses for last fiscal year and the budget for this fiscal year. If you did not receive a letter please call the office at 617-782-5774 and leave a message for Patricia McShane with your name and address. This collection is the largest single income producer for our parish each year and is essential to the financial health of the parish.

Our annual collection will be held this weekend, Nov 7/8. You should have already received a letter and envelope in the mail detailing the need for the collection along with a summary of income and expenses for last fiscal year and the budget for this fiscal year.