Upcoming Events in March 2025
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The Liturgical Season of Lent is March 5th through April 26th 2025
REFLECT. REPENT. RESTORE.
The season of Lent is a Catholic liturgical season that is the forty days before Easter consisting of fasting, prayer, and penitence beginning on Ash Wednesday and concluding at sundown on Holy Thursday.
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Stations of the Cross - Fridays during Lent: March 7th, 14th, 21st, and April 4th, 11th
All are welcome to join us at the Stations of the Cross in Saint Michael Church.
The Season of Lent Begins March 5th...
*On the following Fridays of Lent, March 7th, 14th, 21st, we will prayer the devotion of the Stations of the Cross.
3:00pm led by Pat Conte and 7:00pm led by our clergy
*On the Friday, April 4th, we will prayer the devotion of the Stations of the Cross.
3:00pm led by Pat Conte
4:00pm with children
7:00pm led by our clergy
*On the Friday, April 11th, we will prayer the devotion of the Stations of the Cross.
3:00pm led by Pat Conte
4:00pm with children
6:00pm led by the Sisters of Life
*On April 18th, Good Friday of the Lord's Passion, Stations are 3:00pm led by our clergy.
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Knights of Columbus Monthly Meeting - Tuesday, March 11th at 7:00pm
The local Knights of Columbus meet on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:00PM at Saint Matthias Parish Hall, 409 Hemenway Street in Marlborough MA.
If you are 18 years or older, please consider joining a great team of men, placing faith into action!
Contact Brendan Butler at 607-233-5436 for more information.
Throughout each year, the Knights contribute with their time, talent and treasure. All of which help benifit and improve our Church communities and the local communities.
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Visit at the National Seminary- March 14th at 5:00pm
God Needs Priests. Is He Calling You?
Pope Saint John XXIII National Seminary is a Catholic professional and graduate theological institution dedicated uniquely to the preparation of seminarians 30 years of age and older responding to a call to priestly ministry.
You are invited to attend an open visit on Friday, March 14th at 5:00pm.
Visit the National Seminary's website for questions you may have.
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Mass for the Solemnity of Saint Joseph, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Wednesday, March 19th at 9:00am
Join us at the week day Mass at 9:00am, as we celebrate this solemnity of Saint Joseph, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
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Women's Coffee Connect- Thursday, March 20th at 10:00am
All women are invited to join us at Connect Coffee on Thursday, March 20th from 10:00am at the Saint Michael Parish Center, Library Room.
Connect Coffee is sponsored by the Saint Michael's Walking With Purpose (WWP) group.
Walking With Purpose (WWP) is an organization that helps Catholic women grow in their faith through the study of scripture and the Catholic Church’s teachings.
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Special Stations of the Cross- Friday, March 21st
Special Soup and Stations on Friday, March 21st- Join Us
March 21st: 3:00pm led by Pat Conte, Complimentary Soup at 4:15pm after the 3:00pm Stations.
March 21st: 7:00pm led by our clergy, Complimentary Soup at 5:30pm before to the 7:00pm Stations.
All are welcome to join us for good prayer, good soup and good fellowship at Saint Michael Parish.
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Boston Catholic Men's Conference 2025 --March 22nd
Join us on Saturday, March 22nd at the Boston Marriott Quincy for an exciting line up of speakers at the 2025 Boston Catholic Men's Conference.
The Boston Catholic Men's Conference is a Catholic Conference brought to you by the Men of Divine Mercy and sponsored in part by the Flatley Foundation.
The theme of the conference is from the first book of Samuel 13:14. King David was "A man after God's own heart" both Human and Holy.
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Special Mass for the Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord, Tuesday, March 25th at 9:00am
Tuesday, March 25th is the Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord.
Come celebrate Mass with us at 9:00am. This Mass will also include music!
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Lenten Mission- March 26th, 27th and 28th at 7:00pm
All are welcome to join us for our Lenten Mission led by Abbot Marc Crilly and the Monks of Saint Benedict Abbey in Still River, MA
All these events are held at Saint Michael Catholic Church beginning at 7:00pm
- Wednesday, March 26th: Speaker
- Thursday, March 27th: Sacrament of Reconcilliation, Confessions
- Friday, March 28th: Mass
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St. Vincent de Paul Monthly Meeting- Saturday, March 1st at 5:00pm
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is a Catholic charitable organization, dedicated to the service of those in need. The Society helps the needy regardless of their creed, ethnic, or social background via person-to-person contact.
All are welcome to attend our monthly meeting on Saturday, March 1st at 5:00pm to learn more about our organization.
Please join us in our ministry of helping those in need.
We meet in the Saint Michael Parish Center.
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Ash Wednesday is March 5th
Lent Begins on Ash Wednesday March 5th, 2025
Mass Times for Ash Wednesday
7:00am (English)
9:00am (English)
7:00pm (English)
8:00pm (Portuguese), Lower Chapel
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Saint Michael Choristers Choir Singing- Saturday March 8th, 4:00pm
On Saturday March 8th at 4:00pm, the Saint Michael Choristers will be singing with their youth choir counterparts at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross in Boston.
Prelude concert begins at 4:00pm, followed by Mass at 4:30pm (Bishop Robert Reed, celebrant).
The public is welcome.
Upcoming Events in April 2025
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The Season of Lent is March 5th through April 26th 2025
REFLECT. REPENT. RESTORE.
The season of Lent is a Catholic liturgical season that is the forty days before Easter consisting of fasting, prayer, and penitence beginning on Ash Wednesday and concluding at sundown on Holy Thursday.
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Stations of the Cross - Fridays of April 4th, 11th and 18th
All are welcome to join us at the Stations of the Cross in Saint Michael Church as we prepare for the Passion, Death and Resurrection of the Lord.
The Season of Lent continues through April 16th...
*On the Friday, April 4th, we will prayer the devotion of the Stations of the Cross.
3:00pm led by Pat Conte
4:00pm with children
7:00pm led by our clergy
*On the Friday, April 11th, we will prayer the devotion of the Stations of the Cross.
3:00pm led by Pat Conte
4:00pm with children
6:00pm led by the Sisters of Life
*On April 18th, Good Friday of the Lord's Passion, we will prayer the devotion of the Stations of the Cross.
3:00pm led by Fr. Bert
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St. Vincent de Paul Monthly Meeting- Saturday, April 5th at 5:00pm
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is a Catholic charitable organization, dedicated to the service of those in need. The Society helps the needy regardless of their creed, ethnic, or social background via person-to-person contact.
All are welcome to attend our monthly meeting on Saturday, April 5th at 5:00pm after the Mass to learn more about our organization.
Please join us in our ministry of helping those in need.
We meet in the Saint Michael Parish Center.
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Speaker Series- Wednesday, April 9th at 6:00pm
All are welcome to join us on Wednesday, April 9th at 6:00pm in Saint Michael the Archangel Church.
The bishop of the Diocese of Burlington, Vermont, the Most Reverend John J. McDermott, will be the next speaker in our ongoing series.
Bishop McDermott was ordained a priest in 1989, and holds degrees from Belmont Abbey College and Mount St. Mary’s Seminary, as well as the Licen- tiate in Canon Law (J.C.L.) from the Catholic University of America.
The Hudson native will speak about “why spirituality is im- portant, but not enough.”
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An Evening with the Sisters of Life- Friday, April 11th at 6:00pm
All are welcome to join us at Saint Michael the Archangel Church on Friday April 11th at 6:00pm.
The Sisters of Life commit their lives to the protection of human life and to the promotion of new life in Christ, acknowledging the goodness of every person, and sharing the gift of God’s abundant mercy with all those who they meet.
The evening will begin with Adoration and Stations of the Cross, followed by a talk given by the Sisters and social time to visit and learn more.
List of Services
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Lent Begins March 5th, 2025
The season of Lent is a Catholic Liturgical Season that is the forty days before Easter consisting of Fasting, Prayer, Almsgiving beginning on Ash Wednesday(March 5th) and concluding at sundown on Holy Thursday.
Lent ends when the evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper on Holy Thursday begins.
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Saint Michael Parish's Lent Calendar
Get the 2025 Lent Calendar to help with your preparation for the Lord's Passion, Death and Resurrection.
This is a list of the Important parish events and parish information for Lent and Holy Week.
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Jubilee 2025 PILGRIMS OF HOPE
2025 is the Jubilee Holy Year, the 2,025th anniversary of the Incarnation of our Lord, an "event of great spiritual, ecclesial, and social significance in the life of the Church."
The concept of "Jubilee" has its origins in the Book of Leviticus (chapter 25) as a special year of reconciliation, pilgrimage, and coming home. Pope Francis has designated the 2025 Holy Year as a time to renew ourselves as "Pilgrims of Hope."
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Pope Saint John Paul XXIII, National Seminary
God Needs Priests. Is He Calling You?
Pope Saint John XXIII National Seminary is a Catholic professional and graduate theological institution dedicated uniquely to the preparation of seminarians 30 years of age and older responding to a call to priestly ministry.
Our program fosters the human, spiritual, intellectual, and pastoral formation of its seminarians. We especially respect and utilize the life experiences and accomplishments of our mature seminarians, as we prepare them for priestly ministry.
Since 1964 our Seminary has been acclaimed for offering quality formation specifically suited for the adult learner. Currently, our 700+ alumni serve throughout the world.
Visit the National Seminary's website for questions you may have.
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Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn ChildrenList Item 1
Wednesday, January 22nd is the annual "Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children" observed by the Catholic Church in the United States. This day is set aside to pray for the legal protection of human life and to do penance for the violations to human dignity caused through abortion. We are called to observe this day through prayer and penance.
Past Events in 2025
Past Events in February 2025
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The Virtuous Citizen, Guest Speaker- February 26th, 6:00pm
All are Welcome to join us on Wednesday February 26th at 6:00pm to listen to our guest speaker, Mr. Jay Boren, Headmaster of Saint Benedict Classical Academy located in Natick, Massachusetts.
Event is hosted in Saint Michael Church.
What does it mean to live as a Virtuous Citizen in a republic like the United States?
Learn what the Greeks, Romans, and American Fathers thought about governance.
Explore the teachings of the Church and how it impacts our families, parishes, & schools.
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Adult Confirmation Classes --Start February 6thList Item 4
Confirmation Classes for Adults in 2025
February 13th, Thursday, 7:00PM
February 20th, Thursday, 7:00PM
February 27th, Thursday, 7:00PM
March 6th, Thursday, 7:00PM
(The February 6th class had been RESCHEDULED to March 6th, due to bad weather advisory)
These adult Confirmation classes are for adult Catholics who have been baptized and received their First Communion, but have not been confirmed.
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Scout Sunday Mass --February 23rd, 8:00AM
On Sunday, February 23rd at the 8:00AM Mass, we celebrate the Scouts.
All Scouts and leaders are invited to wear their uniform to the Mass.
Prayer for the Scouts
Blessed are you, Lord, God of mercy, Who through your Son gave us a marvelous example of charity and the great commandment of love for one another. Send down your blessings on all scouts in our parish who so generously devote themselves to helping others. In all that they do, let them faithfully serve you in their neighbor. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
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Connect Coffee --February 20th
All women are invited to join us at Connect Coffee on Tuesday, February 20th from 10:00AM to 11:30PM at the Saint Michael Parish Center, Library Room.
Connect Coffee is sponsored by the Saint Michael's Walking With Purpose (WWP) group.
Walking With Purpose (WWP) is an organization that helps Catholic women grow in their faith through the study of scripture and the Catholic Church’s teachings.
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Choristers Choir Mini-Retreat --February 20th
The Choristers Choir of Saint Michael is hosting a Mini-Retreat on Thursday, February 20th, 2:00PM to 5:00PM at the Parish Center.
Young people ages 9 to 18 years of age are welcome.
Activities will include friendship, choir rehearsals, prayer, adoration and vespers.
Great experience for this age group.
Participants are welcome to continue singing with the Choristers at weekend Masses or accompany us to the Youth Choir Festicval at the Archdiocese Cathedral in March.
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Catholic Mental Health Ministry (MHM) -February 20th
On Thursday, February 20th, the Catholic Mental Health Ministry (MHM) is meeting at 6:00PM in the Saint Michael Parish Center. (This had been rescheduled from February 6th due to bad weather)
Please join us in learning more about how the Church and our faith can be a more dynamic presence for those of us living with mental health issues, challenges, and illnesses.
All are welcome to join us to understand how our faith can help us or a loved one with the complexities of mental health issues.
If you are interested in becoming trained as a leader, please attend as well.
Past Events in February 2025
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Knights of Columbus Meeting - February 11th
The local Knights of Columbus meet on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:00PM at Saint Matthias Catholic Church in Marlborough MA.
If you are 18 years or older, please consider joining a great team of men, placing faith into action!
Contact Brendan Butler at 607-233-5436 for more information.
Throughout each year, the Knights contribute with their time, talent and treasure. All of which help benifit and improve our Church communities and the local communities.
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Blessing of the Throats, Saint Blaise --February 8th & 9thList Item 2
On February 8th and 9th, Blessing of the throats occur at all weekend Masses.
The memory of Saint Blaise, a man of obscure origins, stands behind one of the most enduring healing traditions in all of Christianity. In the holy name of Blaise, two candles are crossed, X-shaped, and pressed against the neck to ward off and cure diseases of the throat.
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Blessing of the Throats, Saint Blaise --February 5th
After the daily Mass of 9:00AM on Wednesday February 5th, there will be a Blessing of the throats.
The memory of Saint Blaise, a man of obscure origins, stands behind one of the most enduring healing traditions in all of Christianity. In the holy name of Blaise, two candles are crossed, X-shaped, and pressed against the neck to ward off and cure diseases of the throat.
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Schola Choir: Open Rehearsals -February 6th
Both choirs are recruiting new voices to join our ranks!
On Thursday, February 6th at 7:00PM, the Schola Choir is having rehearsal which is open to any adult including older students who have an interest in choral music.experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
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Choristers Choir : Open Rehearsals -February 6th
The Chorister choir is recruiting new voices to join our ranks! On Thursday, February 6th from 6:15PM to 7:00PM, the Choristers Choir is having rehearsal open to girls and boys (with unchanged voices), ages 9 and up. The Choristers are preparing beautiful music for Easter and practicing for a choir festival at the cathedral.
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Catholic Mental Health Ministry (MHM) -February 6th
CANCELLED due to Weather Advisory
On Thursday, February 6th, the Catholic Mental Health Ministry (MHM) is meeting at 6:00PM in the Saint Michael Parish Center.
Please join us in learning more about how the Church and our faith can be a more dynamic presence for those of us living with mental health issues, challenges, and illnesses.
All are welcome to join us to understand how our faith can help us or a loved one with the complexities of mental health issues.
If you are interested in becoming trained as a leader, please attend as well.
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Adult Confirmation Classes --Start February 6thList Item 4
Confirmation Classes for Adults in 2025
February 6th, Thursday, 7:00PM- CANCELLED due to Weather Advisory
February 13th, Thursday, 7:00PM
February 20th, Thursday, 7:00PM
February 27th, Thursday, 7:00PM
These adult Confirmation classes are for adult Catholics who have been baptized and received their First Communion, but have not been confirmed.
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Connect Coffee - February 4th
All women are invited to join us at Connect Coffee on Tuesday, February 4th from 6:00PM to 7:30PM at the Saint Michael Parish Center, Library Room.
Connect Coffee is sponsored by the Saint Michael's Walking With Purpose (WWP) group.
Walking With Purpose (WWP) is an organization that helps Catholic women grow in their faith through the study of scripture and the Catholic Church’s teachings.
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Candlemas, Feast of the Presentation of the Lord- February 1st & 2ndList Item 1
Candle Blessing on Saturday, February 1st and Sunday, February 2nd. Bring your candles to the weekend Masses for the blessing.
February 2nd is the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord. Forty days after His birth, Mary and Joseph brought Jesus to the temple for the rites of purification and dedication as prescribed by the Torah.
The Presentation of the Lord is a proclamation of Christ — Messiah and Priest, Lord and Savior. He is the light who came into this world to dispel sin and darkness. For this reason, traditionally at least since the seventh century, candles have been blessed at Mass this day that will be used throughout the year, hence coining the term “Candlemas.”
Past Events in January 2025
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Choristers Choir : Open Rehearsals -January 30thList Item 2
Both choirs are recruiting new voices to join our ranks! On Thursday, January 30th at 6:15PM, the Choristers Choir is having rehearsal open to girls and boys (with unchanged voices), ages 9 and up. The Choristers are preparing beautiful music for Easter and practicing for a choir festival at the cathedral.
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Schola Choir: Open Rehearsal- January 30thList Item 3
Both choirs are recruiting new voices to join our ranks! On Thursday, January 30th at 7:00PM, the Schola Choir is having rehearsal which is open to any adult including older students who have an interest in choral music.
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Hot Dog & Beans & Fish Sticks Dinner-January 31stList Item 1
Join us for dinner on Friday, January 31st from 6:00PM to 8:00PM in the Parish Center.
This dinner is sponsored by the Social Events Committee, helping our community to gather together more often!
$10 for individuals
$15 for two
$20 for family (3 or more)
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Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children -January 22nd
Please join us for Holy Hour for Life on Wednesday, January 22nd at 6:00PM at Saint Michael the Archangel Parish. All are welcome, as we pray for the increased respect for the Dignity of Human Life. We pray in solidarity with others throughout the Archdiocese of Boston and the nation.
Saint Michael the Archangel
Catholic Church
21 Manning Street
Hudson, MA 01749
Parish Office
20 High Street
Hudson, MA 01749
Priest & Administrator |
Reverend Bert Proulx
Priest | Portuguese Community |
Reverend Valdir Lima
Deacon |
Jarod Auclair
Deacon |
Charles Rossignol
Business Manager | Marcy Flaherty
Pastoral Assistant | Lori Morton