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- Special Pastoral Message on Immigration by the Bishops of the United StatesAt the request of several parishioners, I would like to share the United States Catholic Bishops Conference’s most recent message on the Church’s position regarding immigration. I know this is a sensitive issue with many facets. However, as we continue through Advent and enter into this Christmas season, let us adopt the attitude of… Read more: Special Pastoral Message on Immigration by the Bishops of the United States
- SMYLE is asking families to please donate items for “Blessing Bags”.* For the next two weekends (December 6th/7th & 13th/14th) SMYLE is asking families to please donate the following items: * Hats · Scarves · Gloves · Toothpaste · Toothbrushes · Small deodorants · Hand Warmers · Dunkin Gift Cards Donations can be placed in the Cry Room anytime during the week when the Church is open. * Sunday, December 14th, from 4:30 pm – 6 pm –… Read more: SMYLE is asking families to please donate items for “Blessing Bags”.
- Join Us for a Fun-Filled Day to the Sight & Sound Theater to See “JOSHUA Live on Stage”The St. Martin DePorres Society will once again host a trip to Lancaster, PA, to see Sight & Sound’s “JOSHUA LIVE ON STAGE” on Saturday, June 6, 2026. PRICING: Adults (Age 13+): $175 Children (under 13): $105 ***Tickets, Bus, and Theater seating will be assigned on a first-come first-serve basis! So Reserve Early!*** ***Tickets will not be… Read more: Join Us for a Fun-Filled Day to the Sight & Sound Theater to See “JOSHUA Live on Stage”
- The Giving Tree is Back! Please consider donating to someone in need.GIVING TREE 2025 The Giving Tree is now available at the front of the Church and remain there until Sunday, December 14th. During this time you will have the opportunity to take ornaments (gift tags) off the tree and purchase some or all of the items listed. Once again, we are supporting those visiting Elijah’s… Read more: The Giving Tree is Back! Please consider donating to someone in need.
- Simbang Gabi Mass 2025Join us on December 16th at 6:30 pm for Mass at St. Matthias during a devotional 9-day series of Masses honoring the Blessed Mother Mary in preparation for the Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ. All are welcome!
- Generous Donor Gifts St. Matthias All New Liturgical VesselsWe are pleased to share the wonderful news that an anonymous donor has generously gifted St. Matthias Parish with a complete set of new liturgical vessels. These include the chalice, paten, ciboria, and other items used during the celebration of the Holy Eucharist. We are deeply grateful for this act of devotion and love… Read more: Generous Donor Gifts St. Matthias All New Liturgical Vessels
- Thanksgiving Food DriveSMYLE, our youth ministry, is collecting canned goods this weekend at all the Masses in support of the Franklin Food Bank. We appreciate all boxed and canned goods. Please do not donate food in glass containers. Any 6th through 12th graders who need service hours are welcome and encouraged to help SMYLE pack the donated… Read more: Thanksgiving Food Drive
- Update on the new church signReplacement of our broken V-shaped sign at our entrance is fully funded by a private donation from one of our parishioners. The project is estimated to take 5-8 weeks to procure the permits, have the sign crafted, and installed. Thank you for your generosity! God bless, Fr. Tom
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