st. matthew the evangelist parish
billerica, massachusetts
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The Latest Message From Fr. Aveni (1/20) Replacing the Stones – Creating the Family Life We Want (1/24) Holy Hour for Life (1/29) Email from St. Matthew Parish St. Matthew Offertory Report (11/19) Daily and Sunday Scripture

The Latest Message From Fr. Aveni (1/20)

Father Aveni has released a video to bring us up to speed on a variety of topics.

CLICK HERE to view this video.
CLICK HERE to sign up for Mass on January 23 and 24

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

You are invited to an exciting event!

We are offering a forum to discuss how our family lives can look post-COVID. We are calling this event “Replacing the Stones – Creating the Family Life We Want.” This forum will be led by Sue Muldoon, co-author of Reclaiming Family Time, to share her insights and lead a conversation.

CLICK HERE for more information.

Holy Hour for Life (1/29)

Please join Cardinal Seán for a Holy Hour for Life at 10pm on Friday, January 29 on Catholic TV as we commemorate the Roe v Wade Supreme Court decision in prayer, adoration and petition.

Also, join thousands of Catholics nationwide in the annual Respect Life novena, 9 Days for Life, Thursday, January 21 – Friday, January 29. Get daily intentions, brief reflections, and more. Sign up at 9daysforlife.com

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.

St. Matthew Offertory Report (11/19)

CLICK HERE to view our Offertory Report for August, September, and October.

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 Third Sunday of the Year (January 24)/Word of God Sunday readings may be found HERE.

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

Click HERE to view our Mass for January 16 & 17 (Word of God Sunday)
Click HERE to sign up for Mass on January 23 & 24

 

Click HERE to view Fr. Aveni’s Latest Message (1/20)

 

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

Community Links

Here are some handy links to Social Services in our Community: Billerica Council on Aging https://www.town.billerica.ma.us/136/Council-on-Aging Billerica Public Library https://billericalibrary.org/ Billerica Public Schools Free Breakfast and Lunch program https://www.billericak12.com/district/school-nutrition Billerica...

Consolidation in One Minute!

See THIS VIDEO for a visual take on Consolidation.   – As of August 1, 2020, the 3 Parishes of Billerica are now one new Parish, St. Matthew the Evangelist....

Thank you to Mass Assistants!

Thank you to our Mass Assistants!! We are blessed to be able to celebrate the Mass with you in person! We especially thank the Mass Attendants who have been at...

Pilot Article on Consolidation

In September, the Boston Pilot posted an article about Consolidation, and it mentions St. Matthew, Billerica. CLICK HERE to see the article.

Did you know - Death Penalty?

DID YOU KNOW? In 2018, the Catechism of the Catholic Church was revised to read, “in the light of the Gospel” the death penalty is “an attack on the inviolability...

Sunday Mass on BATV!

Did you know that you can view our Sunday Mass on Billerica Access Television? If you know someone who would like to worship with our prerecorded Billerica Masses, but is...

FAQ About My Donations to St. Matthew Parish

As we transition to St. Matthew the Evangelist Parish, we have received a few questions regarding offertory donations. We hope to provide you with some helpful information. Do I continue...

Christmas Collection: Clergy Health & Retirement Trust

At all our Christmas Masses, our only collection will be to support the retirement, medical and financial needs of priests of the Archdiocese of Boston. On behalf of all of...

Advent & Christmas Events 2020

Advent and Christmas 2020 We are pleased to announce the schedule of events for Advent and Christmas at St. Matthew Parish. CLICK HERE to see a video with this information...

Father Paul Speaks about our Advent & Christmas Plans

Background On Tuesday, 12/1, Governor Charlie Baker cautioned residents about in-person religious gatherings, which Massachusetts officials have linked to hundreds of COOVID-19 cases. Governor Baker said “We know that it’s...

Prayers for Christmas Customs

Blessing for setting up your Christmas Manger   Blessing for setting up your Christmas Tree CLICK HERE to View/Download a Christmas Tree Blessing   Blessing for setting up your Crèche...

St. Matthew Parish Activities

Here is a brief list of how we will continue to be Church in the time of COVID-19… o   Our Weekend Masses are: Saturday 4pm at St. Mary Sunday 8am...

St. Vincent de Paul seeks contributions

SVDP is open and helping the needy in Billerica. We ask for your continued prayers and monetary support. Please place your donation in a clearly marked envelope, and either send...

Advent with the Gospel of St. Matthew

“Where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.” – Matthew 18:20 As part of the St. Matthew the Evangelist Parish...

New St. Matthew Logo - A Call for Creativity!

As we begin this exciting journey as Saint Matthew the Evangelist Parish, the Parish Pastoral Council needs your help in designing a new logo! This logo will be used on...

St. Matthew is hiring a Part Time Custodian

We are seeking a person who is able to multi-task, motivated, and team oriented to work with our Facilities Coordinator part-time (10-15 hours/week). Duties include ensuring building cleanliness, security, and...

2020 Catholic Appeal

When you support the Catholic Appeal, you support the Church in Billerica! Thank you to all who have participated in the 2020 Catholic Appeal! We are pleased to share that...

90-Days Now - for St. Matthew Parish

Together we can make a difference! Thank you for helping take care of St. Matthew the Evangelist Parish during the unprecedented challenges we are facing. With faith we look forward...

Recent First Communions

  During October we welcomed… Gabriella, CJ, Casey and Michael to the table of the Lord!   During August we welcomed… Abby and Leila Ella, Elaina, Lana and Lillian James...

Recent Baptisms

Latest Photos During October we welcomed… Olivia Grace to our Catholic family!   During September we welcomed… Thomas Nolan Colin Grant Molly Anna Salvatore Frank to our Catholic family!  ...

Blessing of Animals (October 4)

On Sunday afternoon, Father Aveni blessed the Pets of our Parishioners. Here are some photos:   Many churches in the United States celebrate the Feast of St Francis of Assisi...

New Wine and New Wine Skins

In Mark’s Gospel, Jesus says,  “No one puts new wine into old wineskins; otherwise the wine will burst the skins, and the wine is lost and the skins as well;...

What we know about St. Matthew

A little bit about our new Patron, St. Matthew the Evangelist… o  The New Testament tells us that Matthew was a disciple of Jesus, who was also a witness of...

2020 Confirmations

In early August Bishop Robert Hennessey conferred the Sacrament of Confirmation on our Youth. Thanks to Mary Peacock for taking these photos for us! Check out her website HERE.  ...

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