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billerica, massachusetts
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Mass for the 2nd Sunday of Lent (2/28) Stations of the Cross for 2/26 Parish Update From Fr. Aveni for Lent (2/24) Lent Schedule 2021 The Catholic Appeal Needs You! St. Matthew Scripture Groups are Underway! Email from St. Matthew Parish Daily and Sunday Scripture

Mass for the 2nd Sunday of Lent (2/28)

CLICK HERE for Mass on YouTube.
CLICK HERE for the Readings.
CLICK HERE for the latest bulletin.

Jesus took Peter, James, and John
  and led them up a high mountain apart by themselves.
And he was transfigured before them,
  and his clothes became dazzling white,
  such as no fuller on earth could bleach them.
– Mark 1:14-15

Stations of the Cross for 2/26

Join us in praying the Stations of the Cross this Lent!
What better way than to stay focused on Jesus during Lent than to walk with Him on His way to the Cross.

CLICK HERE to pray with this week’s Stations, “Stations of the Cross with Bishop Hennessey” (2/26 at 6:30pm).

CLICK HERE for more details about our Stations this Lent.

Parish Update From Fr. Aveni for Lent (2/24)

Father Aveni has released a new message to catch us up on Lent at St. Matthew Parish, and more.

CLICK HERE to view this video.
CLICK HERE to sign up for Mass on March 6 & 7.

Lent Schedule 2021

The details for Lent at St. Matthew the Evangelist have been published! CLICK HERE to view them.

Lent begins February 17, with Ash Wednesday.

CLICK HERE for Ash Wednesday Mass (after 5am).
CLICK HERE for this week’s Stations of the Cross (2/19 at 6:30pm).

The Catholic Appeal Needs You!

The Catholic Appeal supports many ministries here at St. Matthew, ministries that have continued amid the pandemic. The success of the Catholic Appeal is VITAL to funding the Central Ministries of the Archdiocese, which assist us in many ways.

CLICK HERE to find out how you can help.

St. Matthew Scripture Groups are Underway!

It’s not too late to join us!

Lent is a time to re-focus on our relationship with Jesus, who tells us that wherever 2 or 3 are gathered in His name, He is in our midst. When we read the Bible and consider how awesome it is that God works in our lives, Lent Small Groups help bring meaning to the frustration and isolation of Pandemic life.

Click HERE to signup now, or email us at small.groups@billericacatholic.org with questions.

Email from St. Matthew Parish

If you want to remain up-to-date with the latest St. Matthew the Evangelist Parish consolidation and COVID-19 news electronically, but haven’t yet received email from us, please provide your name and email to 978.663.8816 or register@billericacatholic.org, and we will add you to our mailing list.

Or, CLICK HERE to visit our Facebook page at Catholic Community of Billerica.

Daily and Sunday Scripture

The United States Council of Catholic Bishops posts the Church’s Daily and Sunday readings online. CLICK HERE for Today’s Readings.

The Second Sunday of Lent (February 28) readings may be found HERE.

Today’s Liturgy of the Hours can be found HERE.

Click HERE for our NEW Stations of the Cross with Bishop Hennessey!
Click HERE to view our Mass for February 27 & 28
Click HERE to view Fr. Aveni’s Latest Message (February 24)
Click HERE to sign up for Mass on March 6 & 7 (Third Sunday of Lent)

Click HERE to view our Stations of the Cross for Children (from 2/19)
Click HERE to view our Bulletin (updated daily)

Register Me!

We welcome all who come to us, and want to join you on your spiritual journey.

CLICK HERE to register or change your registration.

When is Mass?

... and Reconciliation?

Due to COVID-19, registration for Mass is required. CLICK HERE to find a time to worship together!

Funeral Masses

Due to COVID-19, everyone must register to attend Church Funerals, even family.

CLICK HERE to register.
CLICK HERE for more information.

Youth Faith Formation

We are committed to introducing our Children and Youth to Jesus Christ.

CLICK HERE to find out about Youth Faith Formation.

News from St. Matthew the Evangelist Parish

Stations of the Cross - Fridays of Lent

This week’s Stations, The Stations of the Cross with Bishop Hennessey will be available on Friday, 2/26 at 6:30pm. CLICK HERE to pray those stations with us. Our first week’s...

Lent Practices (updated for 2021)

Lent begins on Wednesday 2/17/2021! Fasting, Almsgiving, and Prayer are the three traditional disciplines of Lent. The faithful and Catechumens should undertake these practices seriously in a spirit of penance...

The 2021 Catholic Appeal is Near (March 6 & 7)!

As we begin the Lenten season, we are reminded of the importance of our parish communities that allow us to fully live out our faith. During our Lenten journey, we...

Paschal Candles for 2021

St. Matthew Parish is seeking 3 donors for the our 3 Paschal Candles needed for Easter 2021. Many thanks to the generous Parishioners who have donated the St. Mary Candle...

Please pray for Pope Francis on his 8th Anniversary (3/13)

O God, shepherd and ruler of all the faithful, look favorably on your servant Francis, whom you have set at the head of your Church as her shepherd; Grant, we...

Mass Details and Signups for March 6 & 7

Masses & Confessions  St. Matthew the Evangelist Parish (for March 6 & 7)   Please CLICK HERE for the latest summary of what to expect at Masses. Missalettes will no longer...

Offertory Report for February 24

This table compares the Offertory collected during November 2020, December 2020, and January 2021, through online giving, the mail, drop-offs at the Parish Office, and envelopes in the baskets at...

Where are my contributions recorded?

Contributions that are received in the weekly offertory, but not in a Weekly Envelope are not recorded under the Envelope number. Looking ahead to 2021, should you require a year...

Mass Intentions for February 27 & 28

Mass Intentions this weekend Edward Murphy – Memorial Stephen Gadbois – Memorial R.J Aquaro – 7th Anniversary   Our Funerals and Gravesides this past week Dolores Durrell Michael Pucillo Kevin...

Prayer in the Time of Pandemic

Lord Jesus, Who promised to remain with us always, When information overwhelms us and fear overtakes us, speak to us again those comforting words, “Peace be with you.” Though we...

Lent Scripture Groups are Underway - Sign up now!

“For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.” – Matthew 18:20   CLICK HERE for a personal (video) invitation...

Recent Baptisms

On Sunday February 14, we welcomed Margaret Carol Little to the Family of God! Please join us in congratulating Maggie’s parents (Christopher and Kelly), her sister (Rose), and her godparents...

Director of Worship Corner - Lent (February 17)

Here is the latest from our Director of Worship, Dr. Paul Ciotti: February 17, 2021 – Ash Wednesday The Lenten Decorations 2021 for our Parish’s worship spaces included spilled and...

St. Matthew the Evangelist Funeral Planning

The community of St. Matthew the Evangelist shares in your grief as you suffer the loss of a loved one. The prayers and support of the collaborative parishes are with...

2020 Grand Annual Collection - Thank You!

Thank you for your continued generosity and support for St. Matthew Parish!  We sincerely thank those who have made a contribution or pledge. Many contribute to our parish weekly, monthly,...

Weekly Envelopes and End of Year Contribution Statements

Parishioners who have made contributions over $250.00 using Weekly Envelopes have been mailed their Year End contribution statements. Please note that any contributions made through Online Giving are not included...

Parvuli Dei Award Given to Scouts! (2/7)

On Sunday, February 7, the Parvuli Dei Emblem was given to six well-deserving Scouts! The Parvuli Dei Emblem, which means “Children of God,” encourages young boys & girls to explore...

Replacing the Stones - Creating the Family Life We Want (1/24)

Mark your Calendars –  Sunday January 24 at 7pm! We have arranged for Sue Muldoon, who, with her husband Tim, the authors of Reclaiming Family Time, for a Zoom gathering...

St. Matthew Women's Club Scholarship Applications Now Available

The St. Matthew the Evangelist Women’s Club is pleased to sponsor Scholarships for graduating Seniors who are planning to attend college! Applications for these scholarships are now available in the Guidance...

Covid-19 Mass Guidelines in Colder Weather

To maximize ventilation in our three Church buildings, will keep doors and windows open as we move into late fall and early winter. We suggest wearing warmer clothes into church,...

Cardinal Seán Statement on the Inauguration of President Biden & Vice President Harris

BostonCatholic.org January 20, 2021 The following is the Cardinal’s statement on the Inauguration of President Joseph Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. “Today we offer our prayers and best wishes...

World Marriage Day - Blessing of Married Couples (2/14)

The weekend of February 14th is World Marriage Day. After Communion, couples will be asked to stand to receive a Blessing for Married Couples. What an awesome way to celebrate...

Cardinal Seán Statement Following Violence in Washington DC (1/7)

BostonCatholic.org January 7, 2021 The following is the Cardinal’s statement in response to the violence that took place in Washington, DC yesterday. “The beginning of the Prayer of St. Francis...

Adult Confirmation Classes Start in January

Are you an adult who has received the Sacraments of Baptism and Holy Communion, but has not yet been Confirmed? If you would like to enter more deeply into the...

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