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THE WEEKLY MISSIVE
April 10, 2026
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A Heart Full of Gratitude
Dear Friends,
With a full and grateful heart, I find myself reflecting on the grace of our shared celebration of the Sacred Triduum last week. These holy days—so rich in symbol, story, and song—invite us ever more deeply into the mystery of Christ’s dying and rising, a mystery we are privileged to experience together as a community of faith, year after year.
In a time marked by uncertainty, longing, and darkness in our world, the light of Easter shines all the more brightly among us. The beauty of our liturgy, the power of our prayer, and the spirit of our gathering speak to the hope that is alive in this community.
So many have shared words of gratitude in recent days—for the reverence and care of our ritual, for the inspiring music and dance, and for the way our collective prayer drew them more deeply into the heart of these sacred celebrations. This is a testament to the many hands and hearts who gave so generously last week of their time, talent, and spirit, and who continue to give so graciously to make our worship so meaningful week after week. For all our ministers and volunteers, I remain immensely grateful!
As we bask in the joy of the Easter season and begin to see the signs and promise of new life and growth emerging around us, may we carry forward that same spirit of hope, gratitude, and renewal—trusting that the Risen Christ is alive among us, calling us with urgency to be bearers of light and peace in the world.
With heartfelt gratitude, and in the love and peace of the Risen Christ,
Norm, on behalf of the Paulist Center Staff
Alvaro, Barbara, Deb, Dorothy, Gus, Liz, Norm, Fr. Rick, Rob, Sal, Susan, and Timmy
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- FREP Classes
- 1st Communion Seder
- Intergenerational event - 5/30
- Catholic Social Teachings - 4/12
- LGBTQIA Catholic Collective
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- One Earth, One Sun One People - Sacred Celebration - 4/19
- Paulist Center Auction! - 5/2
- Walk for Hunger - 5/3
- Stewardship/Community Gift
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Family Religious Education Program (FREP)
This Sun, April 12, classes will meet in the usual locations:
- Kindergarten & 1st grade - 6th Fl, Room 17
- 2nd & 3rd grades - 2nd Fl, Seminar Room
- 4th, 5th, & 6th grades - 6th Fl, Room 22
Last Teen gathering at the Center will be in the 3rd Floor Library after the 10am Mass. Food and discussion to wrap up the year.
(There will be a final Mosaic gathering off-site.)
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The First Communion Families will gather in the auditorium this Sun, April 12, at 11:15 am for their annual Seder.
Please see the bulletin for remaining FREP activities for the 2025-2026 year.
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Sat, May 30: The final activity of our FREP year is a family fun day, planting trees in Mattapan and Roslindale!
This is our intergenerational gathering - for all ages - led by our Creation Care Ministry.
We will be planting 20 trees (7’ - 10' high!) and spreading mulch,
so we need strong hands and younger folks to help spread mulch
(very child-friendly activity!).
Please save the date: SAT, MAY 30, 10 AM - 2 PM.
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Prayer and Action in Troubled Times:
Lessons from Catholic Social Teachings
Please join us this Sun, April 12 at 7pm as we reflect on key documents that have challenged and inspired our faith tradition over time.
The topic for this Sunday is Pope Francis's Laudato Si’: On Care for Our Common Home
Raúl E. Zegarra, a community member and Asst. Prof. of Roman Catholic Theological Studies at Harvard Divinity School, will lead the session.
We will meet in the 3rd Fl Library - pizza will be served.
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Interfaith Action Opportunity -
Sunday, April 19
The Creation Care Ministry invites you to a sacred celebration of One Sun, One Earth, One People, sponsored by Boston Interfaith Climate Allies (BICA).
Climate activist Bill McKibben invites us to a non-violent Solar Revolution.
Sunday, April 19:
¨ 1:30pm - Gathering at the Embrace Memorial on Boston Common. Short joyful procession, led by BABAM Activist Brass Band and BVOCAL Activist Choir, with banners and signs.
¨ 2:00pm - Sacred Celebration at the Cathedral of St. Paul, Tremont Street, with guest speaker Bill McKibben and interfaith voices.
¨ 3:00 - Prayerful Activism and Sending Forth on the steps of the Cathedral, with music and song.
Join with faithful members of other Boston communities to peacefully pray and act together.
Questions? email paulistcentercreationcare@gmail.com
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Come Celebrate the Second Sunday of Easter
with Us!
We hope to see you at Mass in person, but if you can't make it through the big red doors,
we welcome you to join us online:
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43rd Annual Paulist Center Auction
Set Sail Together: A Mediterranean Journey
Saturday, May 2 - 6:15pm
Step aboard and set sail on an unforgettable evening inspired by the beauty and romance of the Mediterranean!
We hope you’ll join us for the Paulist Center’s largest annual fundraiser in support of our ministries and operations.
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WAYS YOU CAN ASSIST:
DONATE AN ITEM: We are looking for items for our silent and live auctions. Dinners, sporting or cultural events, vacation homes, themed baskets, and more, are all welcome. Go to:
tinyurl.com/donatepaulistauction26.
SPONSOR THE AUCTION:
Go to paulistcenter.org, click on Giving/Donate Online, and select
Auction Sponsorship and notate your sponsorship $ amount, and how you would like to be listed.
BUY YOUR AUCTION EVENT TICKET(S):
You can buy tickets in the following ways:
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In person after all Masses the weekends of April 11/12, April 18/19, and April 25/26.¨
- You can also purchase Raffle tickets after these Masses.
I want to pay for my ticket(s) now. Take me to Electronic Giving!
- Select Auction Event Ticket and note the number you wish to buy @ $50/ea.
- Or, note that you will send a check.
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Many of us may be feeling discouraged by events both close to home and in the larger world.
As a faith community, we can dispel darkness by deepening our bonds to one another and by celebrating life with one another.
We hope to see you!
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Please contact Auction Co-chairs Maggie Keefe or Jordan Johnson with any questions or ideas at Auction@PaulistCenter.org.
Thank you!
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Walk for Hunger
Sunday, May 3
Please join the Wednesday Night Supper Club at the 58th annual Walk for Hunger - it started at the Paulist Center in 1969, and is now a collaboration with Project Bread. 60% of what we raise is a major funding source for Supper Club and 40% goes towards advocacy.
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LGBTQIA Catholic Collective
The Paulist Center is a member of the Greater Boston LGBTQIA Catholic Collective which offers monthly Zoom meetings for friends and family of LGBTQIA Catholics and could be a resource for Paulist Center members who are actively supporting their families in embracing transgender or nonbinary family members.
Email greaterbostonlgbtqiacatholics@gmail.com for the meeting schedule and Zoom links.
More info @ https:/www.bostonlgbtqiacatholics.org
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Ongoing Opportunities/Needs & Notes
The most comprehensive listing of what's going on at the
Paulist Center is in the bulletin. Check it out!
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Encouragement to sustain our vibrant liturgies and our mission of healing, reconciliation, & justice through your financial investment in the Paulist Center. We prefer that you donate electronically through our website, but you can also use Apple Pay or Google Pay to donate via DonorBox if you do not require an annual tax donation statement. More info in the bulletin.
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For the Community Gift the weekend of April 11 - 12 we raise up Annunciation House, a volunteer organization that offers hospitality to migrants, immigrants, and refugees in El Paso, Texas.
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How can the Paulist Center Community accompany you on your faith journey?
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Mass Cards - Please stop by the Front Office during the week, email Sal Whooley at sal@paulistcenter.org, or call 617-742-4460, if you would like to arrange for a Mass and/or purchase a Mass card:
- in memory of someone who has died,
- in honor of a special occasion,
- or for the special intentions of yourself or a loved one.
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