Charlestown Catholic Collaborative
The Parish Families of
St. Francis de Sales and St. Mary – St. Catherine of Siena
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He Is Risen!
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EASTER MESSAGE FROM ARCHBISHOP HENNING
Christ is Risen! Christ is truly Risen! This ancient Christian greeting expresses the foundation of our Easter joy and our singing the praises of God. As you gather in Church and around the family table this day, I wish every blessing for you and yours. I pray that you always know this Easter truth that we are not alone in a cold universe. Rather we are enfolded in the arms of a loving Father. He Who created life now shows His power to renew and restore life. May that life be yours now and in eternity.
As we grieve these days and remember our beloved Holy Father:
It’s beautiful that Pope Francis should receive the promise of Eternal Life as we bask in the Easter dawn. By his gracious and generous ministry, he let the love of Christ’s mercy and love shine in the hearts of all people of good will, particularly for the poor, the forgotten, those who struggle, those who we are called to serve, love and defend.
Recently, I traveled to Rome with members of our Collaborative family and was asked what I’d say to the Pope if I were given the chance. All I could think of was two words: Thank you. For all the good he did, for Catholics and for so many others, our world is better. May His successor continue to challenge us all to be better Catholics, Christians, and people of good will.
Diocesan priests like me have a natural rivalry with Jesuits- Francis, though his natural charm, warm smile and sincere enthusiasm rose above it all and taught us all as a father. He truly was one of us and will always be.
May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
Join us at Masses this weekend as we will remember our beloved Francis, and pray for his successor.
Fr. John Sheridan, Pastor
Charlestown Catholic Collaborative
St. Mary-St. Catherine Parish
St. Francis de Sales Parish
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Regularly scheduled Mass times
The 8am Daily Mass is offered Monday through Friday at St. Catherine of Siena Chapel.
St. Francis de Sales Church,
313 Bunker Hill St.
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St. Francis de Sales
313 Bunker Hill Street
617 242-0147
Led by the Holy Spirit, the Parish Family of Saint Francis de Sales seeks to know and celebrate Jesus through Mass, Prayer, Sacrament and Service.
Saint Francis de Sales Church is the oldest consecrated church in New England, the oldest in the city of Boston in continuous service, and the fourth oldest in America, built in 1859, on the top of Bunker Hill. Saint Francis is known affectionately as the Firefighter’s church – The statue of St. Florian, patron saint, is located in the bell yard next to the church.
St. Mary Church,
55 Warren St.
Collaborative Center
and
Eucharistic Center
46 Winthrop Street
617 242-4664
Our Mission is to make active disciples of Jesus Christ by creating a welcoming community rich in spirituality and by moving people to share their God-given talents in the service of others and the care of creation. We are an intentionally inclusive Roman Catholic parish that welcomes all those who make up our diverse community in a way that reflects God’s love. Nourished by the Gospel and the real presence of Jesus in the Eucharist, we strive to build a vibrant parish that strengthens our faith and elevates our worship.
The Sanctuary Lamp
To light a Sanctuary Lamp at St. Francis de Sales in memory of a loved one, please call the Parish Offices
at (617) 242-0147