The Basilica of Our Lady of Perpetual Help

Today is the Feast Day of Our Lady of Perpetual Help. Join us for Mass at 12:10pm in English, 4:30pm in Spanish and 6:00pm in Haitian Creole. A live stream of the 12:10pm Mass will be available, learn more: www.bostonsbasilica.com/olphfeast

This feast invites us to contemplate the profound love and intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary, particularly through the veneration of the miraculous icon of Our Lady of Perpetual Help.

The icon itself is rich with symbolism and spiritual significance. Depicting the Mother of God holding the Child Jesus, who is shown looking at the instruments of His Passion, the image reminds us of Mary's role as a source of comfort and hope in times of distress. Her serene yet concerned expression reflects her perpetual help to all who seek her intercession, guiding us towards her Son with unwavering love.

Reflecting on this feast, we are called to deepen our understanding of Mary's constant presence in our lives. Here are some ways to engage in meaningful reflection:

Contemplate the Icon: Spend time in front of the icon of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, either in person or through an image. Reflect on the details and symbolism within the icon, considering what each element reveals about Mary's role in our salvation and her compassionate care for us.

Scripture Meditation: Meditate on passages from Scripture that highlight Mary's faith, her cooperation with God's will, and her maternal care. Reflecting on the Annunciation (Luke 1:26-38), the Wedding at Cana (John 2:1-12), and the Crucifixion (John 19:25-27) can deepen our appreciation of Mary's perpetual help.

Acts of Charity: Honor Our Lady by engaging in acts of charity and kindness. As Mary is a model of selfless love and compassion, we too can strive to embody these virtues in our interactions with others, particularly those in need.

By engaging in these reflections, we open our hearts to the grace and comfort that Our Lady of Perpetual Help offers. Her unwavering support encourages us to face life's challenges with faith and hope, knowing that she intercedes for us before her Son.

As we celebrate this feast, let us renew our devotion to Our Lady of Perpetual Help, trusting in her guidance and embracing her loving presence in our lives. May her perpetual help lead us ever closer to Christ and inspire us to be vessels of His love and mercy in the world.

Join us as we celebrate the feast day of Our Lady of Perpetual Help next Thursday, June 27th. This special day is an opportunity for our community to come together in prayer and devotion. Attending the feast day Mass provides a chance to refresh your faith and strengthen your spiritual connection with Our Lady of Perpetual Help. It's a time to seek her intercession and feel her comforting presence in your life. Celebrating together fosters a sense of unity and belonging, offering a wonderful opportunity to meet fellow parishioner and share in our collective faith.

Masses will be offered in English at 12:10 PM, Spanish at 4:30 PM, and Haitian Creole at 6:00 PM.

Learn More:
www.bostonsbasilica.com/olphfeast

As we approach the Feast Day of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, we are reminded of her unwavering love and guidance. Our Lady has been a beacon of hope and comfort for countless believers, and her perpetual help is a source of strength for us all.

We invite you to join us for a special Mass in her honor on Thursday, June 27th at Noon. This sacred celebration is a time to come together in prayer, reflection, and gratitude for the blessings we've received through her intercession.

Learn More:
www.bostonsbasilica.com/olphfeast

This Saturday, May 25th, at 10:30 am, the parish will hold the annual Crowning of Mary in front of the Basilica. This beautiful prayer service will include hymns and the recitation of the rosary in Spanish, English, and Haitian.

All are warmly invited to attend as we come together to honor Mary, our Mother and Queen. We look forward to sharing this special moment with our parish community. See you there!

The heart of the Christian faith is the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The events we commemorate during Holy Week are the central pieces of our faith. We hope that you will join us.

Holy Thursday, Thursday March 28th
Morning Prayer 8:00am
7:00pm Tri-lingual Mass (English, Spanish, Haitian-Creole)
Adoration after Mass until 10:00pm

Good Friday, Friday March 29th
Morning Prayer 8:00am
Stations of the Cross
2:15pm (English), 3:00pm(Spanish), 3:00pm(Haitian)
Confessions 1:00-3:00pm
Passion of the Lord 3:00pm and 7:00pm(English)
4:00pm (Creole, Parish Center), 5:00pm (Spanish)

Holy Saturday, Saturday March 30th
Morning Prayer 8:00am
8:00pm Easter Vigil Tri-lingual Mass (English, Spanish, Haitian Creole)

Easter Sunday, Sunday March 31st
9:00am and 12:30pm (English)
10:30am (Spanish), 2:00pm (Haitian Creole)

The full schedule is also available on our website:
www.bostonsbasilica.com/holyweek

This Palm Sunday, let's reflect on the humble entry of Jesus into Jerusalem, greeted with palm branches and shouts of "Hosanna!" It marks the beginning of Holy Week, a sacred time of deep reflection and spiritual renewal. As we journey through this holiest of weeks, we invite you to join us in prayer, contemplation, and community. Let's walk with Jesus through the sorrow of his passion, the silence of Holy Saturday, and the joy of Easter Sunday. Together, let's immerse ourselves in the richness of our Catholic faith and experience the transformative power of Christ's love and sacrifice. All are welcome to join us as we journey towards the resurrection and the promise of eternal life.

Holy Week Schedule
www.bostonsbasilica.com/holyweek

We need volunteers to help clean the church in preparation for Easter on Monday, March 25th. We will be working in the church from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Anytime you can come, and help will be greatly appreciated.

Volunteers are also needed to help in the "washing of the hands" for Holy Thursday. Practice will be on Tuesday, March 26th in the evening at 7:00 PM in the church.

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Your support matters! Join us in contributing to the Annual Catholic Appeal and help sustain vital ministries within our parish and throughout the Archdiocese.

By participating in this annual appeal, you're not just giving, you're ensuring that the presence and hope of Christ radiate through all 144 communities within the Archdiocese of Boston. With 250 parish communities making up our shared faith, your contribution helps sustain vibrant programs and initiatives tailored to the unique needs of each community.

When our parish reaches its goal of $ 28,000.00, a portion of the additional funds received will be returned to us for use in our parish. Let's unite in faith and generosity to uphold the mission of our Church and make a lasting impact on countless lives.

Donate today and be a beacon of hope in our community!
www.bostonsbasilica.com/appeal

Ash Wednesday marks the commencement of the Season of Lent, a period of 40 days leading up to the celebration of Easter. This solemn day invites us to reflect on our lives, acknowledge our shortcomings, and humbly seek God’s mercy. The ashes, an integral part of this day, symbolize our mortality and serve as a poignant reminder of the transformative power of repentance and grace. Join us tomorrow, Wednesday, February 14th for Ash Wednesday Masses:

7:00 am (English) 12:10 pm (English) , 5:00 pm (English Prayer Service)
5:30 pm (Spanish Liturgy) and 7:00 pm (Haitian/Creole Liturgy).

For Lenten guidelines and schedule: www.bostonsbasilica.com/lent

During the Season of Lent, we are called to engage in acts of penance, prayer, and almsgiving. These spiritual disciplines provide us with an opportunity to deepen our relationship with God, foster self-discipline, and cultivate a spirit of generosity towards others. As we embrace these practices, we draw closer to the profound sacrifice of Jesus Christ and His journey toward the resurrection.

We invite each member of our parish to actively participate in the various Lenten activities and services planned for this season. From special liturgies to prayer groups and charitable initiatives, there are numerous opportunities to come together as a community, supporting one another on this collective pilgrimage of faith.

Next week marks the beginning of Lent, a time of introspection and preparation for the celebration of Easter. We invite you to join us on Ash Wednesday as we embark on this sacred journey together.

Wednesday, February 14, 2024
7:00 am, 12:10 pm, 5:00 pm (Prayer Service), 5:30 pm (Spanish Liturgy) and 7:00 pm (Haitian/Creole Liturgy).

For Lenten guidelines and schedule: www.bostonsbasilica.com/lent

Come together with our faith community to receive the ashes, a symbol of repentance and a reminder of our mortality. Let us embrace the season of Lent, seeking spiritual growth, and drawing closer to God.

Celebrate Christmas at Boston’s Basilica, join us as we capture the spirit of the season and come together to share in the spiritual birth of the Divine Presence made new in our lives.

Sunday, December 24th
4:00pm Mass with Mission Grammar students sharing the Nativity Narrative
11:30pm Carols by Candlelight followed by Mass at Midnight

Monday, December 25th
9:00am (English), 10:30am (Spanish), 12:30pm (Haitian Creole)

For more information:
www.bostonsbasilica.com

Join us this Thursday, December 7th at 7:00pm in the Rectory Chapel for an Advent evening of prayer and reflection.

To help enter into the Advent Season, Fr. Jim Wallace and Fr. Philip Dabney will present the theme: “We Should Have a Ready Heart!”

Please join us next Sunday, September 24, 2023 at the 12:30pm Mass, as we come together for a heartwarming Installation Mass to officially welcome Fr. Philip Dabney, C.Ss.R. as our new Pastor. Episcopal Vicar, Very Rev. Cristiano Barbarosa will preside. This is a momentous occasion filled with hope, faith, and the promise of new beginnings. Let's come together as a community to surround him with love and blessings as he begins this journey with us.

The Faith Formation and RCIA Programs are now registering children, teens and adults for classes that will begin in September.

If you have a child in Grade K-12 and who would like to register for our program, please stop by the parish office or visit our website (www.bostonsbasilica.com) for a registration form. Classes meet on Sunday mornings for one hour and begin in September.

If you are an adult who would like to join the Catholic Church or if you’re already Catholic but would like to receive First Communion or Confirmation, our RCIA program will also begin in September.

We would also like to welcome those who have already received the Sacrament of Confirmation to consider teaching in our program. All of the training and materials will be provided.

If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact the Director of Religious Education, Jaye Russo at [email protected] or (781)516-0380

Tomorrow, June 27th is the Feast Day of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, the patroness of our Basilica. Join us for a special Mass at 12:10pm.

For those unable to join us in person, we invite you to take some time of reflection at home and watch this week's Novena broadcast with Fr. Anthony: https://youtu.be/NcYzsyIuw9k

The heart of the Christian faith is the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The events we commemorate during Holy Week are the central pieces of our faith. We hope that you will join us.

Holy Thursday, Thursday April 6th
Morning Prayer 8:00am
7:00pm Tri-lingual Mass (English, Spanish, Haitian-Creole)
Adoration after Mass until 10:00pm

Good Friday, Friday April 7th
Morning Prayer 8:00am
Stations of the Cross
2:15pm (English), 3:00pm(Spanish), 3:00pm(Haitian)
Confessions
1:00-3:00pm
Passion of the Lord 3:00pm and 7:00pm(English)
4:00pm (Creole, Parish Center), 5:00pm (Spanish)

Holy Saturday, Saturday April 8th
Morning Prayer 8:00am
8:00pm Easter Vigil Tri-lingual Mass (English, Spanish, Haitian Creole)

Easter Sunday, Sunday April 9th
9:00am and 12:30pm (English)
10:30am (Spanish), 2:00pm (Haitian Creole)

The full schedule is also available on our website:
www.bostonsbasilica.com/holyweek

The Basilica welcomes and invites you to join us on Ash Wednesday, February 22nd and throughout Lent as we are reminded of the Paschal Mystery in Jesus’ suffering, death and resurrection. During this season of preparation, Lent helps to deepen our faith by our individual and common acts of prayer, fasting and sacrifice.

Ash Wednesday Schedule
7:00 am and 12:10 pm Mass
5:00 pm Prayer Service
5:30 pm Spanish Liturgy
7:00 pm Haitian/Creole Liturgy

View our upcoming schedule of events:
www.bostonsbasilica.com/lent

We invite you to join us for a New Year’s Eve holy hour at 11:00 pm on Saturday, December 31st in the Basilica followed by a Midnight Mass. The vigil and mass will be in English, Spanish, & Creole. On behalf of the Redemptorists and Basilica staff, we wish you and your family a blessed 2023!

Celebrate Christmas at Boston’s Basilica, join us as we capture the spirit of the season and come together to share in the spiritual birth of the Divine Presence made new in our lives.

Saturday, December 24th
4:00pm Mass with Mission Grammar students sharing the Nativity Narrative
11:30pm Carols by Candlelight followed by Mass at Midnight

Sunday, December 25th
9:00am (English), 10:30am (Spanish), 12:30pm (English), 2:00pm (Haitian)

For more information:
www.bostonsbasilica.com

Please join us this Thursday November 24th at 9:00am for our annual Thanksgiving Day Mass. Our celebration will be in English, Spanish, and Creole. The collection at the mass will be given to our St. Vincent DePaul Society to assist the poor of our community. There is no better way to celebrate Thanksgiving Day!

Next Sunday, October 2nd we will celebrate a special Mass of Thanksgiving with Cardinal Seán to mark the 150th anniversary of our parish. Join us at 11:00am for Mass followed by a free will donation catered luncheon in the Rectory Garden.

Please note there will only be one Mass offered next Sunday to unify our celebration.

We hope that you will join us on Sunday, October 2nd at 11:00am as our parish celebrates 150 years of faith in Boston. Cardinal Seán will be the main celebrant and we look forward to bringing all of our communities together past and present to share in this milestone.

Please help share and spread the word. Updates and historical vignettes will be posted on our website:
www.bostonsbasilica.com/150

Registration is now open for our Religious Education Program. We invite all children to participate in our Grade K-High School Faith Formation classes. Classes will meet from 10:00am-11:00am on Sundays beginning October 16th.

For more information please contact Director of Religious Education Jaye Russo [email protected] (617)516-0380.

Registration forms are available at the Rectory Office and online: www.bostonsbasilica.com/faithformation

The heart of the Christian faith is the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The events we commemorate during Holy Week are the central pieces of our faith. We hope that you will join us.

Holy Thursday, Thursday April 14th
Morning Prayer 8:00am
7:00pm Tri-lingual Mass (English, Spanish, Haitian-Creole)
Adoration after Mass until 10:00pm

Good Friday, Friday April 15th
Morning Prayer 8:00am

Stations of the Cross
2:15pm (English), 3:00pm(Spanish), 3:00pm(Haitian)

Confessions
1:00-3:00pm

Passion of the Lord 3:00pm and 7:00pm(English)
4:00pm (Creole, Parish Center), 5:00pm (Spanish)

Holy Saturday, Saturday April 16th
Morning Prayer 8:00am

8:00pm Easter Vigil
Tri-lingual Mass (English, Spanish, Haitian Creole)

Easter Sunday, Sunday April 17th
9:00am and 12:30pm (English)
10:30am (Spanish), 2:00pm (Haitian Creole)

There are no Covid-19 restrictions in place.
Masks and social distancing are optional.
Pre-registration is not required to attend.
www.bostonsbasilica.com/holyweek

The Basilica welcomes and invites you to join us on Ash Wednesday, March 2nd and throughout Lent as we are reminded of the Paschal Mystery in Jesus’ suffering, death and resurrection. During this season of preparation, Lent helps to deepen our faith by our individual and common acts of prayer, fasting and sacrifice.

Ash Wednesday Schedule
7:00 am and 12:10 pm Mass
5:00 pm Prayer Service
5:30 pm Spanish Liturgy
7:00 pm Haitian/Creole Liturgy

www.bostonsbasilica.com/lent

The Healing and Restoration Ministry extends our prayers today on this World Day of the sick.

May the God of strength be with us,
holding us in strong and loving hands,
May we be the sacrament of God's strength
to those whose hands we hold,
May the blessing of strength be with us.

In God's faithful love, in remembrance of our founder Fr. Edward McDonough

-The Staff and Volunteers of The Healing and Restoration Ministry

February 2022 Healing Service World Day of the Sick with Rev. Robert Lennon, C.Ss.R.

Join Fr. Lennon and watch this special January Healing Service.

https://youtu.be/fT5alx4ECGU

January 2022 Healing Service with Rev. Robert Lennon, C.Ss.R.

Celebrate Christmas at Boston’s Basilica, join us as we capture the spirit of the season and come together to share in the spiritual birth of the Divine Presence made new in our lives.

Friday, December 24th
4:00pm Mass
11:30pm Carols by Candlelight followed by Mass at Midnight

Saturday, December 25th
9:00am (English), 10:30am (Spanish), 12:30pm (English), 2:00pm (Haitian)

Masks are required to be worn when inside the Basilica. No advance reservations are needed to attend.

For more information:
www.bostonsbasilica.com/christmas

Join Deacon José Dueño SJ and Jaye Russo this Saturday, December 11th from 2:00-3:30pm in the Basilica for a special Bilingual Advent Prayer Service: Praying with Hopeful Hearts in Advent. We will reflect and pray (in Spanish & English) on how the pandemic has affected our world and our lives as we look forward to a hopeful and peaceful Christmas.

Participate in our Adult Faith Formation series virtually on Zoom each Thursday from 7:00-8:00pm. Led by Deacon José Dueno SJ, we will read, reflect and discuss the upcoming Sunday readings. To register, please contact Jaye Russo, [email protected] or (617) 516-0380.

We are also interested in your feedback on best days and times to offer meetings, take the survey here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSci3wrFjUnK8j1f_kNHJZbyhBpw9svpON4bnxn9KGZpltA9gA/viewform

A funeral Mass for Father Philip Anthony Cabasino will be offered this Saturday, October 16th at 10:00am. From 1977 to 2019 he was stationed here in our Boston Redemptorist community. Fr. Cabasino served the people of the parish and also served as civilian chaplain at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Bedford, Massachusetts.

Fr. Cabasino died on July 1, 2020, just a few weeks shy of his 100th birthday. He was born on July 26, 1920 in Corona, New York, to Louis and Mary (Tatsock). Baptized at Our Lady of Sorrows in Corona, he was later confirmed at St. Anastasia’s in Douglaston, New York. He came to the Redemptorists from his family home in Little Neck, Long Island, and attended St. Mary’s Minor Seminary at North East, Pennsylvania, between 1939 and 1940.

Father Cabasino’s early ministry was in two parishes: Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Tampa, Florida (1947-1949), and Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Brooklyn, New York (1949-1956). He served as an Army chaplain for 20 years (1956-1976), rising to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.