March for Life Trip in January!

We invite you to join us and hundreds of thousands from across America as we travel from Arlington to Washington DC for the 42nd Annual March for Life!

Affiliated with Saint Agnes and Saint Camillus parishes in Arlington, this bus trip involved 3 days/2 nights (January 21-23) with comfortable accommodations at the Hampton Inn in Silver Spring, MD.  We have planned an active "March Day" itinerary for January 22nd in our nation's capital, mixed with relaxation, fellowship, and prayer.  Ask anyone who has gone before: it's a spiritual experience you will never forget!

The cost is $239 per person (double occupancy) or $319 (single occupancy).  The bus leaves from and returns to the Saint Camillus Church parking lot (Rt. 2 Westbound Exit 57, "Dow Ave. Arlington").

For more information, contact Tom Harvey (THarveyEsq [at] aol.com) or Joe Kolb (JosKol5 [at] yahoo.com).

Thanksgiving Masses and Advent Wreath Craft

Did you ever stop to think what a wealthy country (even region of our country) you are blessed to live in?

Of the outpouring of community, health, rich food, social stability, and access to education that we have?

We all have troubles and crosses in daily life. We also enjoy innumerable blessings.

Could we find the strength to offer God a "sacrifice of praise" even if we had NONE of these blessings,

as many Catholics around the world do each day?

Join our Parish Community tonight at

7:00 pm for the Thanksgiving Eve Mass

Let's rejoice and THANK HIM!

And let's also set our hearts and our praise on the Lord, putting all things in the proper order,

to draw close to Him and learn how we should use these blessings as He wills.
Love and generosity always require sacrifice if they are to be truly good and enjoyed, having the power to change hearts and lives.

May His abundant blessings never fall on infertile ground.

"The rich and the poor have this in common: the Lord is the maker of them all."
(Proverbs 22:2)
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Please note that the Giving Tree set-up and tagging has been changed to 2:30 pm on Saturday 11/29, starting in the LOWER CHURCH.

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Are you wondering what to do this weekend, once the food hangover has worn off?

Why not start the season of Advent off right, by coming to our parish's Advent Wreath Workshop on Sunday!

This craft will be held on Sunday, November 30th in the Saint Agnes School Hall, following the 9:00 and 10:30 am Sunday Masses.

Join us!

Support Fidelity House on Tuesdays!

Do you need a date, or a dinner out?  Each Tuesday in November, you can help support Fidelity House by dining at Not Your Average Joe's (Arlington location is within walking distance of church).  Click and print the coupon below and bring it to your dinner.  Enjoy!

Weekly Digest

Welcome everyone!
This week at the parish:

• Tuesday - Family Playgroup (10:30 am), Fatima Apostolate (7 pm)
• Wednesday - Thanksgiving Mass (7 pm)
• Thursday - HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
• Saturday  - Volunteer Prep and Setup for Advent Wreath Workshop (8 am), Volunteer Setup for Giving Tree in the LOWER CHURCH (2:30 pm), Confessions (3 pm)
• FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT - Advent Wreath Workshop and Coffee Hour (follows 9:00 and 10:30 am Masses in Saint Agnes School Hall)

Saint Agnes Family Playgroup - CHECK BEFORE YOU LEAVE!

Once a week, we hold Tuesday playgroups outdoors at nearby parks. To print a written schedule of our winter playgroup locations, please click here.  To see a map of our winter park schedule, please click here.

This Tuesday, November 25th, we will meet at Winn Brook Playground (173 Cross St., Belmont).  This park has a fun maze-like structure, a field for playing, swings and zip line! We will play together and enjoy each other's company.  Bring your own picnic lunch.  Come join us; we hope to see you there!

**NOTE THAT our outdoor schedule is highly dependent on good weather. IN THE WINTER MONTHS, WE WILL MEET IF THE WEATHER IS ABOVE 32 DEGREES.  If the weather seems questionable, please check your email or the blog page before you leave for playgroup. In case of freezing weather or rain, playgroup will be cancelled for the day. Thanks!** 

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Children's Way of the Cross

Did you take your children to the beautiful Children's Way of the Cross this past Lent?  This is such a great ministry for our parish.  However, Tricia Sheehan, who has coordinated for many years is looking for new parents to take on this annual devotion!  If you are able to give yourself in service this way, please contact Tricia Sheehan (781-648-7709).

March for Life Trip in January!

We invite you to join us and hundreds of thousands from across America as we travel from Arlington to Washington DC for the 42nd Annual March for Life!

Affiliated with Saint Agnes and Saint Camillus parishes in Arlington, this bus trip involved 3 days/2 nights (January 21-23) with comfortable accommodations at the Hampton Inn in Silver Spring, MD.  We have planned an active "March Day" itinerary for January 22nd in our nation's capital, mixed with relaxation, fellowship, and prayer.  Ask anyone who has gone before: it's a spiritual experience you will never forget!

The cost is $239 per person (double occupancy) or $319 (single occupancy).  The bus leaves from and returns to the Saint Camillus Church parking lot (Rt. 2 Westbound Exit 57, "Dow Ave. Arlington").

For more information, contact Tom Harvey (THarveyEsq [at] aol.com) or Joe Kolb (JosKol5 [at] yahoo.com).

Support Fidelity House on Tuesdays!

Do you need a date, or a dinner out?  Each Tuesday in November, you can help support Fidelity House by dining at Not Your Average Joe's (Arlington location is within walking distance of church).  Click and print the coupon below and bring it to your dinner.  Enjoy!

Playgroup CANCELLED on November 18th

Please note that due to cold weather, and especially the chilling wind, Saint Agnes Playgroup will be cancelled on Tuesday, November 18th.  We hope to see you next Tuesday!

Weekly Digest

Welcome everyone!
This week at the parish:

• Monday - Sodality of Our Lady (3 pm)
• Tuesday - Family Playgroup (10:30 am), Choir Practice & Fatima Apostolate (7 pm), Women's Bible Study (7:30 pm)
• Wednesday - Arlington Catholic Women's Club Memorial Mass and Dinner (5 pm), Community Adult Education & Bereavement Meeting (7 pm)
• Thursday - Saint Dymphna Society (6:30 pm)
• Saturday  - Confessions (3 pm)
• Sunday - Coffee Hour (after 9 am Mass), Adult Choir (10:30 am)

Saint Agnes Family Playgroup - CHECK BEFORE YOU LEAVE!

Once a week, we hold Tuesday playgroups outdoors at nearby parks. To print a written schedule of our winter playgroup locations, please click here.  To see a map of our winter park schedule, please click here.

This Tuesday, November 18th, we will meet at Robbins Farm Park (56 Eastern Ave., Arlington).  This park is on a large hill, perfect for flying kites and has a large play area and a sandbox, too.  We will play together and enjoy each other's company.  Bring your own picnic lunch.  Come join us; we hope to see you there!

**NOTE THAT our outdoor schedule is highly dependent on good weather. IN THE WINTER MONTHS, WE WILL MEET IF THE WEATHER IS ABOVE 32 DEGREES.  If the weather seems questionable, please check your email or the blog page before you leave for playgroup. In case of freezing weather or rain, playgroup will be cancelled for the day. Thanks!**

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Children's Way of the Cross

Did you take your children to the beautiful Children's Way of the Cross this past Lent?  This is such a great ministry for our parish.  However, Tricia Sheehan, who has coordinated for many years is looking for new parents to take on this annual devotion!  If you are able to give yourself in service this way, please contact Tricia Sheehan (781-648-7709).

WORLD YOUTH DAY!

In July of 2016, World Youth Day will be held in Krakow, Poland.  Three travel groups are being offered by the Archdiocese of Boston: High School, Young Adults, and Families.  Would you like to go??

To learn more about this life-changing experience, call Saint Agnes' Confirmation Director, Nancy Feeman (781-641-6621).  The Pilgrimage begins in Warsaw, visits our Lady of Czestochowa, Auschwitz, and the beautiful city of Krakow.  It would be wonderful to have a group from Arlington join the Diocesan Group to pray with the Pope in Poland!

Giving Tree Party on SATURDAY Afternoon

Father Flatley has welcomed the volunteers for the Giving Tree to have a "Crafting Party" in the Saint Agnes Parish Center next Saturday night, November 15th from 4-6 pm.  We will be working together to make the nearly 1,300 tags which must go on the tree, starting November 29th!

In addition to helping with this great cause, you will get to meet your fellow volunteers, learn about how the Giving Tree with run, enjoy hot drinks and Christmas music!  Come join us and lend a hand!

You do NOT need to reply if you plan to come, but it will help with planning for drinks and volunteer communication.  If you are able to reply in time, please indicate your planned attendance by answering Question #2 on this quick form.

If you would like to bring an easy snack to share, please do!  Otherwise, food will not be provided.  Other things to bring:

• Brightly colored yarn that you may have and can donate to the project.
• Scissors
• Hole punches or decorative punches

Many thanks for your selflessness!  Children working with their parents, teens, and adults are welcome.

For more information, or to become involved, email Marianne Hudelson (SaintAgnesFamilies [at] gmail.com)

Men's Bible Study & Trivia Night on Friday

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Ladies, it's not too late to call a sitter, paint your nails, and have a fun date out on Friday night!

Join us at Saint Agnes School this Friday, November 14th for Trivia Night

Click and print the registration form below, for a fun night that benefits the ministry of our parish's Catholic school.

Support Fidelity House on Tuesdays!

Do you need a date, or a dinner out?  Each Tuesday in November, you can help support Fidelity House by dining at Not Your Average Joe's (Arlington location is within walking distance of church).  Click and print the coupon below and bring it to your dinner.  Enjoy!

Weekly Digest

Welcome everyone!
This week at the parish:

• Monday - Respect Life Meeting (7 pm)
• Tuesday - Family Playgroup (10:30 am), Choir Practice & Fatima Apostolate (7 pm)
• Wednesday - Bereavement Meeting (7 pm)
• Thursday - Men's Bible Study (8 pm)
• Friday  - Saint Agnes Trivia Night (7:30 pm)
• Saturday  - Confessions (3 pm), Confirmation Cor Unum Service Trip (3 pm), Giving Tree Crafting Party (4 pm)
• Sunday - Coffee Hour (after 9 am Mass), Adult Choir (10:30 am), Infant Baptisms (2 pm)
• Monday - Sodality of our Lady (3 pm)

Saint Agnes Family Playgroup - CHECK BEFORE YOU LEAVE!

Once a week, we hold Tuesday playgroups outdoors at nearby parks. To print a written schedule of our winter playgroup locations, please click here.  To see a map of our winter park schedule, please click here.

This Tuesday, November 11th, we will meet at Menotomy Rocks Park (127 Jason St., Arlington).  This park is away from the street, which you can find by following the path, is wooded, has a play structure, and small trail to explore.  We will play in the beautiful fall sunshine and enjoy each other's company.  Bring your own picnic lunch.  Come join us; we hope to see you there!

**NOTE THAT our outdoor schedule is highly dependent on good weather. IN THE WINTER MONTHS, WE WILL MEET IF THE WEATHER IS ABOVE 32 DEGREES.  If the weather seems questionable, please check your email or the blog page before you leave for playgroup. In case of freezing weather or rain, playgroup will be cancelled for the day. Thanks!**

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Do you need a date night out?  What about going to Trivia Night this Friday, November 14th!  Click and print the registration form below, for a fun night that benefits the ministry of our parish's Catholic school.

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Giving Tree Crafting Party

Father Flatley has welcomed the volunteers for the Giving Tree to have a "Crafting Party" in the Saint Agnes Parish Center next Saturday night, November 15th from 4-6 pm.  We will be working together to make the nearly 1,300 tags which must go on the tree, starting November 29th!

In addition to helping with this great cause, you will get to meet your fellow volunteers, learn about how the Giving Tree with run, enjoy hot drinks and Christmas music!  Come join us and lend a hand!

You do NOT need to reply if you plan to come, but it will help with planning for drinks and volunteer communication.  If you are able to reply in time, please indicate your planned attendance by answering Question #2 on this quick form.

If you would like to bring an easy snack to share, please do!  Otherwise, food will not be provided.  Other things to bring:

• Brightly colored yarn that you may have and can donate to the project.
• Scissors
• Hole punches or decorative punches

Many thanks for your selflessness!  Children working with their parents, teens, and adults are welcome.

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Children's Way of the Cross

Did you take your children to the beautiful Children's Way of the Cross this past Lent?  This is such a great ministry for our parish.  However, Tricia Sheehan, who has coordinated for many years is looking for new parents to take on this annual devotion!  If you are able to give yourself in service this way, please contact Tricia Sheehan (781-648-7709).

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Project Rachel
Project Rachel retreats help women find hope, healing and reconciliation after abortion.  If you or a loved one is suffering from post-abortion pain, contact Project Rachel about this one-day healing retreat, offered on November 15th from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm.  Contact Project Rachel at help [at] ProjectRachelBoston.com or 508-651-3100.  All inquiries are confidential.

Hear Alveda King Speak & Respect Life Meeting on MONDAY at 7:00 pm

Dr. Alveda King, niece of Martin Luther King, Jr. will be speaking at Saint Patrick’s Church (10 Magazine Street, Roxbury MA) on Saturday, November 8^th at 1:00 pm.  Alveda King currently serves as a Pastoral Associate and Director of African-American Outreach for Priests for Life and Gospel of Life Ministries.  If you would like to carpool to see this dynamic, pro-life speaker, please e-mail Eileen Cahill (SAParishforLife [at] gmail.com).

The next Saint Agnes Parishioners for Life Meeting will be on Monday, November 10th at 7:00 pm in the Parish Center.  We are looking for someone who has a knack for technology to provide updates about our group online.  Come share your talents!

How can we be PRO-life every day?

By maintaining a positive attitude towards others,

appreciating the unique person that God has created in each individual,

reaching out in kindness and compassion,

praying for the unborn, disabled and elderly,

and giving alms to the poor, marginalized, and vulnerable in our society.

“Whatever you did for the least of these, you did for Me.”Matthew 25:40

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Do you like to Run (or walk?)

Calling all runners and walkers… have you heard of the national organization LIFE Runners? It is the world’s largest Pro-Life Running/Walking Team with chapters in all 50 states and 17 countries! LIFE Runners pray and run (or walk) to defend Life from conception to natural death… All in Christ for Pro-Life! There are two chapters in Massachusetts (Springfield and Still River), but no Boston area chapter yet. Would you be interested in starting a Boston area chapter of LIFE Runners? E-mail Eileen Cahill at SAParishforLife [at] gmail.com. This would be a great way for all ages in our parish and our community to work and pray together to support God’s gift of life.

“All life has inestimable value even the weakest and most vulnerable, the sick, the old, the unborn and the poor, are masterpieces of God’s creation, made in his own image, destined to live forever, and deserving of the utmost reverence and respect.”

-Pope Francis

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LOCAL Natural Family Planning

Attention Married Couples!

Would you like…

• a natural, hormone-free way to postpone pregnancy?
• to start a family or have another child?
• to improve communication with your spouse?
• to learn more about church teaching on "the Theology of the Body?"
• to understand why the Bishops were so unsettled by the HHS mandate?

Natural Family Planning (NFP) is an organic, chemical-free method that is just as effective as the Pill at postponing pregnancy and nearly twice as effective as IVF for achieving pregnancy. The divorce rate among couples that practice NFP is less than 2%.

Want to learn more? Josh and Meredith Phelps are teaching a 3-class NFP series starting in January.  For sign-ups, details, or questions in the interim, please email Meredith.Phelps [at] gmail.com.

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Project Rachel
Project Rachel is a confidential Catholic outreach ministry offering healing, compassion and hope to women and men hurting from an abortion experience. People are available to listen, to answer questions, to pray for you, and to help in any way. Project Rachel can help begin the experience of forgiveness, freedom and peace waiting for you in the tender embrace of God’s love and mercy. The phone number for Project Rachel is 508-651-3100, email is help [at] ProjectRachelBoston.com, and the website is www.ProjectRachelBoston.com.  All inquiries are confidential.

Boston Sock Exchange THIS WEEKEND!

"The hunger for love is much more difficult to remove than the hunger for bread." Mother Teresa

Come serve the homeless in Boston.
Put your faith in action!

This Saturday, November 8th is the Boston Sock Exchange at 11:00 am! This ministry helps the homeless men and women of Boston, by distributing gifts of sandwiches and clothes near the Park Street T-Stop on the second Saturday of the month.

Prep and packaging for the day will be held tonight -- Friday night, November 7th at 7:00 pm in the parish center. Help and/or donations is a wonderful way to put our faith in action!  For more information, see the calendar to the right, or email Natasha Buckley (NQBuck [at] aol.com).  Participants need to be at least 7 years old, and those under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

The Boston Sock Exchange is currently in need of small 8 oz. bottled water, SOCKS, sweatshirts, long sleeved-shirts, fleece jackets, and coats.  We also need rain gear: ponchos and umbrellas.  Thank you!

Saint Agnes Open House and Mom's Night

Are you curious about the possibility of providing your children with a Catholic education? Come and have your questions answered at the Saint Agnes School Open House on Thursday, November 6th at 6:00 pm.  Please come and meet our teachers and students, as well as see first-hand the comprehensive education we offer!

Come visit our school to see what a Catholic education can do for your child. Some of the extraordinary benefits are small class size, a well-rounded curriculum, and updated technology, all grounded in a faith-based Catholic tradition. Individualized tours are available anytime by appointment. Please contact Development Director, Mrs. Patricia Crane, by phone (781) 643-9031 x. 305, or by e-mail at PCrane [at] saintagnesschool.us for more information.  Financial aid is available.  We look forward to meeting you!

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Here's a friendly reminder that Mom's-Night-In is on THURSDAY, November 6th

We will get together for a stress-free evening, enjoy feminine fellowship, maybe play a game or two, and pray a devotion together.

We will also be assembling gift tags for the Advent Giving Tree at our parish.

I will not publish the hostesses address online, so please email me at saintagnesfamilies [at] gmail.com if you plan to come.
Please bring a snack or drink to share!

 We will kick it off at 7:00 pm.

Baptism Catechesis TONIGHT and Support Fidelity House!

Have you had a new baby? We wish you many heartfelt congratulations!

Don't forget that baptisms for babies at Saint Agnes are held on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month at 2:00 pm. You must attend Baptismal Catechesis prior to having your child baptized.

Baptism Catechesis happens once a month, and you can go to one tonight! The briefing session begins at 7:00 pm in the Saint Agnes Parish Center at 51 Medford St., Arlington. The meeting usually lasts under an hour.

If you would like to learn a little more about Christian baptism and why the Catholic Church encourages infants to be baptized, you can read about it here.

Baptism is the sacrament of faith. But faith needs the community of believers. It is only within the faith of the Church that each of the faithful can believe. The faith required for Baptism is not a perfect and mature faith, but a beginning that is called to develop. The catechumen or the Godparent is asked: “What do you ask of God’s Church?” The response is: “Faith!” (Catechism of the Catholic Church, #1253)

Parenting is certainly not an easy task: it is filled with difficult decisions, personal setbacks and growth, expanding relationships, disagreements, love, AND forgiveness. We offer you our support and encouragement along this journey, and we invite you warmly into our parish and Christian life!

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Wondering what to do before the Baptism Briefing?  Why not treat yourselves to a dinner out?  Each Tuesday in November, you can help support Fidelity House by dining at Not Your Average Joe's (Arlington location is within walking distance of church).  Click and print the coupon below and bring it to your dinner.  Enjoy!

Weekly Digest

Welcome everyone!
This week at the parish:

• Monday - Anointing of the Sick Mass at Saint Eulalia (9 am)
• Tuesday - Family Playgroup (10:30 am), Baptism Catechesis, Choir Practice & Fatima Apostolate (7 pm)
• Wednesday - Bereavement Meeting (7 pm)
• Thursday - First Friday Confessions (4 pm), Saint Agnes School Open House (6 pm), Mom's Night In (7 pm)
• Friday  - First Friday Adoration (all day, Benediction at 5:00, Mass at 5:30), First Friday Playgroup (10:30 am), Prep for the Boston Sock Exchange (7 pm)
• Saturday  - Boston Sock Exchange (11 am), Confessions (3 pm)
• Sunday - Coffee Hour (after 9 am Mass), Mass of Remembrance and Adult Choir (12:00 noon Mass)

Saint Agnes Family Playgroup - CHECK BEFORE YOU LEAVE!

Once a week, we hold Tuesday playgroups outdoors at nearby parks. To print a written schedule of our winter playgroup locations, please click here.  To see a map of our winter park schedule, please click here.

This Tuesday, November 4th, we will meet at Magnolia Playground (36 Herbert Rd., Arlington).  This park is has play structures, sand, and a pavement area good for bikes or scooters.  It also has a lot of it's own toys.  We will play in the beautiful fall sunshine and enjoy each other's company.  Bring your own picnic lunch.  Come join us; we hope to see you there!

**NOTE THAT our outdoor schedule is highly dependent on good weather. IN THE WINTER MONTHS, WE WILL MEET IF THE WEATHER IS ABOVE 32 DEGREES.  If the weather seems questionable, please check your email or the blog page before you leave for playgroup. In case of freezing weather or rain, playgroup will be cancelled for the day. Thanks!**

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Mom's Night In - THURSDAY, November 6th at 7:00 pm

We will get together for a stress-free evening, play some get-to-know-you games (think: Apples to Apples), and PRAY together.  This month, we will also be assembling supplies for the Giving Tree during Advent.  I will not publish the hostesses address, so please email me at saintagnesfamilies [at] gmail.com if you plan to come. Please bring a snack or drink to share!  We will kick it off at 7:00 pm.

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This Friday, November 7th, is the first Friday of the month.  On Thursday, November 6th, from 4:00-5:00 pm, there will be the opportunity for confession in the lower church.  On Friday, Saint Agnes will be offering all-day Adoration, concluding with Benediction and Mass at 5:00/5:30pm, in the lower church. Also at noon there will be a Holy Hour to pray for priests and victims of clergy sexual abuse. Adoration is a wonderful opportunity to spend some quiet time with the Lord and gain some focus in our lives - especially with all the busy distractions of daily life. For more background on the long tradition of keeping a First Friday devotion, look here or here.

Also, anyone who wishes to walk across the street to spend time alone with our Lord in Adoration may do so, while the other mothers watch your children in the playroom.  First Friday playgroup is from 10:30 am-12:30 pm at Fidelity House (25 Medford St., Arlington). Fidelity House is being very generous by letting us use this space. Please consider a donation to help with their costs. Suggested donation is $1 per each person attending. Please remember some behavior guidelines: No running out of the playroom, no kids in the toy closet, respect physical limits, use a time-out chair, please discipline your own children promptly Please no food.... drinks in spill proof containers are OK.

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Boston Sock Exchange

This Saturday, November 8th is the Boston Sock Exchange at 11:00 am at the Park Street T-Stop.  This ministry helps the homeless men and women of Boston, by distributing gifts of sandwiches and clothes near the Park Street T-Stop on the second Saturday of the month. Prep and packaging for the day is held in the parish center on Friday night, November 7th at 7:00 pm. Help and/or donations is a wonderful way to put your faith in action!  For more information, see the calendar to the right, or email Natasha Buckley (NQBuck [at] aol.com).  The Boston Sock Exchange is currently in need of small 8 oz. bottled water, SOCKS, sweatshirts, long sleeved-shirts, fleece jackets, and coats.  We also need rain gear: ponchos and umbrellas.  Thank you!

"Here is what we seek: a compassion that can stand in awe of what the poor have

to carry, rather than stand in judgement of how they carry it." Fr. Gregory Boyle, SJ

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Dr. Alveda King, niece of Martin Luther King, Jr. will be speaking at Saint Patrick’s Church (10 Magazine Street, Roxbury MA) on Saturday, November 8^th at 1:00 pm.  Alveda King currently serves as a Pastoral Associate and Director of African-American Outreach for Priests for Life and Gospel of Life Ministries.  If you would like to carpool to see this dynamic, pro-life speaker, please e-mail Eileen Cahill (SAParishforLife [at] gmail.com).

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Children's Way of the Cross

Did you take your children to the beautiful Children's Way of the Cross this past Lent?  This is such a great ministry for our parish.  However, Tricia Sheehan, who has coordinated for many years is looking for new parents to take on this annual devotion!  If you are able to give yourself in service this way, please contact Tricia Sheehan (781-648-7709).

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Project Rachel
Project Rachel retreats help women find hope, healing and reconciliation after abortion.  If you or a loved one is suffering from post-abortion pain, contact Project Rachel about upcoming "Come to the Waters of Healing" retreats on Saturdays, February 22, March 29, or April 12.  Contact Project Rachel  at help [at] ProjectRachelBoston.com or 508-651-3100.  All inquiries are confidential.

Respect Life at Saint Agnes: Last Sunday for 40 Days for Life

How can we be PRO-life every day?

By maintaining a positive attitude towards others,

appreciating the unique person that God has created in each individual,

reaching out in kindness and compassion,

praying for the unborn, disabled and elderly,

and giving alms to the poor, marginalized, and vulnerable in our society.

“Whatever you did for the least of these, you did for Me.”Matthew 25:40

40 Days for Life

Our community will join hundreds of other cities on September 24th-November 2nd to participate in a life-saving campaign made up of prayer and fasting, community outreach and peaceful vigils.  You are invited to stand and pray during the 40-day vigil in the public right-of-way outside Planned Parenthood in Boston, and to spread the word about this important ministry.

Saint Agnes has committed to prayer outside of Planned Parenthood on Sundays from 3:00-4:00 pm, beginning September 28th.  We will leave Saint Agnes parking lot at 2:30 pm each Sunday.  We invite you to join us at least once during the campaign.  For more information, visit www.40DaysforLife.com/boston, or email Eileen Cahill at SAParishforLife [at] gmail.com

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Do you like to Run (or walk?)

Calling all runners and walkers… have you heard of the national organization LIFE Runners? It is the world’s largest Pro-Life Running/Walking Team with chapters in all 50 states and 17 countries! LIFE Runners pray and run (or walk) to defend Life from conception to natural death… All in Christ for Pro-Life! There are two chapters in Massachusetts (Springfield and Still River), but no Boston area chapter yet. Would you be interested in starting a Boston area chapter of LIFE Runners? E-mail SAParishforLife [at] gmail.com or call Eileen Cahill at 781-643-5915. This would be a great way for all ages in our parish and our community to work and pray together to support God’s gift of life.

“All life has inestimable value even the weakest and most vulnerable, the sick, the old, the unborn and the poor, are masterpieces of God’s creation, made in his own image, destined to live forever, and deserving of the utmost reverence and respect.”

-Pope Francis

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LOCAL Natural Family Planning

Attention Married Couples!

Would you like…

• a natural, hormone-free way to postpone pregnancy?
• to start a family or have another child?
• to improve communication with your spouse?
• to learn more about church teaching on "the Theology of the Body?"
• to understand why the Bishops were so unsettled by the HHS mandate?

Natural Family Planning (NFP) is an organic, chemical-free method that is just as effective as the Pill at postponing pregnancy and nearly twice as effective as IVF for achieving pregnancy. The divorce rate among couples that practice NFP is less than 2%.

Want to learn more? Josh and Meredith Phelps are teaching a 3-class NFP series starting in January.  For sign-ups, details, or questions in the interim, please email Meredith.Phelps [at] gmail.com.

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Project Rachel
Project Rachel is a confidential Catholic outreach ministry offering healing, compassion and hope to women and men hurting from an abortion experience. People are available to listen, to answer questions, to pray for you, and to help in any way. Project Rachel can help begin the experience of forgiveness, freedom and peace waiting for you in the tender embrace of God’s love and mercy. The phone number for Project Rachel is 508-651-3100, email is help [at] ProjectRachelBoston.com, and the website is www.ProjectRachelBoston.com.  All inquiries are confidential.