This weekend we join parishes across the Archdiocese of Boston in taking a special collection for Ukraine.

Cardinal Seán P. O'Malley Statement:

"Due to the unprecedented needs brought about by the devastation of the attacks on Ukraine and the immigration of millions of victims fleeing the ravages of the war, I am authorizing a special collection to be taken up at all parishes on the weekend of March 19 and 20. The proceeds from the collection will be sent to Catholic Relief Services, the overseas relief and development agency of the U.S. Catholic Bishops, and to the Vatican agency for outreach to the Churches in Eastern Europe.
 
Through news coverage of the war, we have witnessed the immediate human crisis needs, including those caused by the horrendous bombing of a maternity hospital. There will also be longer term needs, for rebuilding churches and hospitals, and other recovery and reconstruction programs.
 
The people of our Archdiocese have a long history of generosity in times of local, national, and international disasters and for assisting with relief of human suffering. Please join me in supporting the people of Ukraine through our prayers, our concern, and our contributions."

On Tuesday, Pope Francis announced that he will be consecrating Russia and Ukraine to the Immaculate Heart of Mary on March 25, the Solemnity of the Annunciation. If you'd like to learn more about what this means, read more by clicking here.

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A core tenet of the Catholic faith is that the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ is made truly present in the Eucharist. But belief in the True Presence has waned in recent years, even among Catholics. And that’s a concern—because as Cardinal Seán teaches, “it is in the Eucharist where we find our true identity.” Jesus is Here is an opportunity for us to deepen our understanding of the mystery of Jesus’ presence with us—by listening to powerful talks on the Eucharist, by receiving Jesus in the Eucharist at Mass, and by adoring Him in a time of adoration and worship.

Registration is open for the June 18 Eucharistic Congress, Jesus Is Here, at the Tsongas Center in Lowell. The center of this day-long gathering is the celebration of Mass with Cardinal Seán and time for Eucharistic Adoration and the Sacrament of Reconciliation. It will also include Eucharist-themed talks by Bishop Daniel Flores, Bishop Robert Barron, Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers, and Jackie and Bobby Angel, music by Village Lights, and the availability of a variety of Catholic-based vendors.

With our parishes covering the cost of the coach bus, the price, including box lunch, is $54 per person.

You can register and pay for the event by clicking here.

If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact Paul Kierce by clicking here.