Pastor's Notes
09/13/23 A new Pastor and a new Deacon
Posted by Fr. David Barnes
Dear Friends in Christ,
Once again, I offer congratulations to the Archdiocese of Boston’s newest deacon, Deacon David Caouette, to his wife, Sherri, and to David’s father and siblings. I join all of you in being delighted that Cardinal Sean has assigned Deacon David to St. Patrick’s where he ... Read More »
09/06/23 Our Gratitude for Father Mario and all who honored him with us
Posted by Fr. David Barnes
Dear Friends in Christ,
Were we not limited in how many pages the weekly bulletin can be, you would be carrying home a telephone book sized version this week. There is much that I would like to reflect upon concerning the events of the past few weeks. In some ... Read More »
08/31/23 We mourn the loss of our Pastor, Fr. Mario
Posted by Fr. David Barnes
Dear Friends in Christ,
It is difficult for me to believe that Pope St. John Paul II died almost two decades ago. It seems like only yesterday to me. Those of you who are old enough to remember might recall that at the end of his funeral in St. ... Read More »
08/23/23 Let Us Walk by Faith
Posted by Fr. David Barnes
Dear Friends in Christ,
There are certain moments in life when the distance between earth and heaven kind of disappears, and we know–like Moses standing before the burning bush–that we are on holy ground. We can feel the weight of glory pressing up against us. These moments awaken within ... Read More »
Welcome Father Sijo and Thank You for your kindness and generosity
Posted by Fr. Mario Orrigo
Dear Church,
I sincerely hope and pray that you and your families are healthy, doing well, and will be able to relax as we approach the summer months. As always, I want to thank you for all that you do for Saint Patrick Parish every day.
Also, I want ... Read More »
Countering Satancon 2023
Posted by Fr. Mario Orrigo
Dear Church,
As many of you know The Satanic Temple of Salem, MA is hosting their biggest convention yet, Satancon 2023, at the Boston Marriott Copley Place the weekend of April 28-30. The event is sold out and is being promoted as “a weekend of blasphemy and remembrance in ... Read More »
Happy Easter
Posted by Fr. Mario Orrigo
Dear Church,
In the brightness of this Easter day, we gather to celebrate not only the resurrection, but the great lengths to which our God is willing to go in order that we might be redeemed. Our God was willing to go to the cross for us. You see, ... Read More »
Palm Sunday
Posted by Fr. Mario Orrigo
Dear Church,
Our Holy Week begins today with Christ’s triumphant entry into Jerusalem. As we begin these Sacred Days, I would like to thank you for your participation in the various activities of Lent during these past weeks. I pray the Most Holy Eucharist offered at Mass has helped ... Read More »
Ash Wednesday
Posted by Fr. Mario Orrigo
Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, a period of spiritual renewal which helps us prepare for the celebration of the Paschal mystery of Christ, his passion, death and resurrection. The ashes we receive on our foreheads on Ash Wednesday are both a reminder of our earthly mortality and ... Read More »
Change ~ and a bit of relief ~ are in the air at Saint Patrick Catholic School!
Posted by Fr. Mario Orrigo
Dear Church,
As we continue to repair, improve, and update our facilities you may have noticed contractors in and around our parish school buildings and rectory along with their storage container and lift in the parking lot. A few months ago, I approved a plan to install new heating ... Read More »