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On this “Gaudete (Rejoice) Sunday,” we light the pink candle in honor of the spiritual joy of the coming Messiah. Yet many people among us and around the world endure sufferings – small and large – that can seem to work against that joy. This is part of why Jesus....

Advent is focused on the joyful anticipation of the coming of our Messiah, and John the Baptist’s cry “Prepare the way of the Lord” includes preparing our souls spiritually. As we clean and decorate our houses for Christmas, we should also invite....

Gift cards are always welcomed for use during the holidays and throughout the year by our collaborative St. Vincent de Paul councils and by the town resources serving our seniors. Gift cards should be dropped in the collection basket or to the parish office and at St. Mary can also be placed in the designated box near the Giving Tree.

The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary is Thursday December 8. There will be 9:00 am Mass at St. Mary and 7:00 pm Mass at St. Martha....

We are in need of Prayer Partners for Confirmation 2 Candidates preparing to receive the Sacrament in the Spring of 2023. Our Prayer Partner Program allows a faith-filled parishioner to....

Your monetary donations to St. Martha & St. Mary Parishes may be tax deductible. The contributions you provide using our church issued envelopes or through the Online Giving Program are recorded within our parish database and....

Boy Scouts Troop 131 will be collecting Christmas trees. Set your tree out curbside by 8 am on Saturday, Jan 8th and they will pick it up. Please attach a donation (we suggest $15) to the trunk . Please make checks out to Troop 131 or pay by credit card on our website: www.wrenthamtroop131.org. Thank you!

Sanctuary Candles Offered for Remembrance St Martha is now offering to dedicate their ever-lighted Sanctuary Candle in memory of your loved one. For information about donation and scheduling, please email stmarthaoffice@pwc.church.

Lectors are needed for all masses at St. Martha.  If you’d like to share Scripture at Sunday masses, please contact St. Martha Parish Office at 508-699-8543.

Holiday donations needed. Food may be dropped off at the Plainville Food Pantry at any time in the collection bin at the rear of the Methodist Church. Please spread the word to those in need ....

November is National Adoption Month. If you’ve ever thought about fostering, adopting or mentoring a child or a teen who is aging out of foster care, now’s your chance. Put your talents and love to work and make a difference in the life...

Nov 20, 8:45-9:45 am The St Mary’s Franklin Men’s Faith Formation group is hosting a Zoom video entitled “Pride and Humility”, part of Bishop Barron’s series “Seven Deadly Sins, Seven Lively Virtues”. ALL MEN ARE WELCOME to zoom in. Email deaconguy@stmarysfranklin.org for a zoom link.