St.Julia Parish Announcements: Week of September 1, 2025
(BULLETIN NOTICES should be proposed, by e-mail if possible, to the Parish Office by Monday mornings to: parish@stjulia.org)
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Give Online Today! DONATE Easily Online to St. Julia’s OFFERTORY!
We encourage parishioners to use the above “Give Online” blue button to easily donate to our weekly Offertory, or to conveniently make automatic recurring donations of your choosing. To mail your donation, please make a check payable to: St. Julia Parish, 374 Boston Post Road, Weston, MA 02493.
Our parish relies on your generosity and donations to maintain our two church buildings and programs. WE THANK ALL who continue to donate and sustain us!
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BECOME a St. Julia Parishioner and Join Our Faith Community
Would you and/or your family like to become parishioners of St. Julia? We welcome you!
Please go to the “Become a Parishioner” page of our website to complete a brief questionnaire and register you/your family so that we can get to know you and reach out! Thank you for joining us!
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MASSES for Prayers and Intentions
Unable to attend Mass in church?
WATCH daily and weekend Masses live-streamed or archived recordings, along with our weekly Worship Aid.
Go to the Mass Schedule for both church locations, and upcoming Holy Day(s) of Obligation.
SEPTEMBER
Tue. 9/2 – 8AM: William (Billy) Greaves
Wed. 9/3 – 8AM: Natalie and Bob Duffy, Sr.
Thu. 9/4 – 8AM: Deceased Members of Caine Family
Sat. 9/6 – 4PM: Nicholas Valenzano
Sun. 9/7 – 8AM: Mary Stewart
Sun. 9/7 – 11:30AM: Maria Chong
Sun. 9/7 – 5PM: Sylvia and John Kennedy
Mon. 9/8 – 8AM: Jeremiah J. Sullivan, Jr.
Tue. 9/9 – 8AM: Mary O’Leary
Wed. 9/10 – 8AM: Natalie and Bob Duffy, Sr.
Sun. 9/14 – 8AM: Stephania Van Wart
Sun. 9/14 – 9:30AM: John and Ora Costello
Sun. 9/14 – 5PM: Josephine Zavarella
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WOULD YOU like the Eucharist to be Brought to You?
If you or a loved one have been unable to receive Communion due to a short term illness (broken leg, surgery, etc.), or for longer, please reach out to us to schedule a Home Visit with Jesus. Visiting the Sick is a Corporal Work of Mercy, a tradition that dates back to the early Church. One of our trained Eucharistic Ministers will visit with you, and administer to you the Body of Christ.
To schedule a Home Visit, please contact us at 781-899-2611 or parish@stjulia.org
SEEKING Eucharistic Ministers for the Homebound
Are you a parishioner who would like to bring Christ to the homebound by being a Eucharistic Minister?
If you are interested in providing this vital sacramental service to those who wish to receive Communion but unable to attend Mass, please contact the parish office at 781-899-2611 or Parish Office by email.
EUCHARISTIC Adoration
Resumes on Fridays, noon – 1:00 PM at St. Julia Church starting Sept. 5
“If you desire to find Him immediately, see – He is quite close to you. Tell Him what you desire, for it is to console you and grant your prayer that He remains in the tabernacle.” — St. Alphonsus Liguori
The Eucharist is the central part of our Catholic faith because it is Jesus, present with us here on earth today. The Eucharist is Jesus’ greatest expression of His love for us.
He expresses His love for us in three ways in the Eucharist: by representing His sacrifice of the Cross in the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass, by uniting His life with ours in Holy Communion and by giving us the gift of His continual Presence in the Blessed Sacrament.
What is Eucharistic Adoration? vEucharistic Adoration is the recognition and honoring of the Real Presence of Jesus Christ, God made man in Holy Eucharist. We know from the Gospels that Jesus is present with us in several ways. He is present in the Sacraments of the Church and in the soul of every person in the state of grace. He is present in every form of creation, but He is most fully present, Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity, in the Eucharist.
How do I benefit through Eucharistic Adoration? The devotion of Eucharistic Adoration is a powerful and plentiful source of grace readily available to us, so why not avail of it?
What do I do at Eucharistic Adoration? In our present day and age when our lives are so filled with words and noise, we all need times to be silent and listen. “Be still and know that I am God.” (Psalm 46). Even a few moments of silence in the Lord’s Presence are a precious treasure. Prolonged silence may be difficult for many, so you may sing, read, pray, or write in the Lord’s Presence – let the Holy Spirit lead you.
Be present to the one who is present to you. Talk to Him, tell Him all that is on your mind, and listen. Or as John Vianney famously recounted the words of an old man in his parish, who, when asked what he was doing in Church, simply replied, “I look at the good God and he looks at me”. Pope John Paul II said, “through adoration, the Christian mysteriously contributes to the radical transformation of the world.”
Let us bend down in adoration and pray that we be transformed into a world of love and peace.
We are blessed at St. Julia Parish to have Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. Please consider dropping by for a visit on Fridays from Noon to 1 p.m. (September – May)
BIBLE Study Resumes: The Gospel According to St. Luke, Part II
Starting September 30th on Tuesdays, 9 – 11AM
St. Julia Parish Hall
Join us for a 6-week study, on Tuesdays starting Sept 30, 9-11 a.m. at St. Julia Parish Hall.
The Gospel of Luke demonstrates the universal nature of Jesus’ mission and the compassion of God.
In Part Two of this study (Luke 12:1–24:53), readers travel with Jesus from
the region of Galilee to the city of Jerusalem, where Jesus will enter his passion and resurrection. Luke’s focus on God’s faithfulness will encourage you to trust.
New members are welcome! If interested in joining, please contact the Parish Office at 781-899-2611 or email: parish@stjulia.org
IT’S NOT TOO LATE: Give to the Sneaker Drive by Sunday, September 7
Thank you to all who have donated to our Sneaker Drive to help us reach our goal to send 100 pairs of sneakers to our Dorchester children as school starts. Your new sneakers will remind them daily that you care and help them run faster, jump higher, and just feel good.
Please find a paper sneaker tag from the Sneaker Drive posters near the entry of both our churches and purchase a pair of new sneakers. (The sizes on the sneakers are only suggested sizes so we can get a variety of sizes.) Sneaker donations can be dropped off in the same area for collection at both churches.
If you’re unable to buy a pair of sneakers, but are interested in making a financial donation for this project, please take one of the envelopes marked “Sneaker Drive” at the posters, and drop your enclosed donation off or send it to St. Julia. Or, contact Pat Dacey through the parish office.
Thanks for your generosity and stewardship of our children!
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DO YOU Like Organizing Parties and Social Gatherings?
Join Our Hospitality and Parish Social Committee
St. Julia is looking for assistance in organizing and hosting Parish Events during the year. Past socials have provided a valuable means of deepening bonds in our community. If you are interested please contact us at 781-899-2611 or email Parish Office.
MAKING a Difference: NPH USA & St. Julia
Dear Parishioners,
Nuestros Pequeños Hermanos (NPH) supports over 9,000 vulnerable children and adults annually in nine countries in Latin America and the Caribbean.
In Guatemala, 55% of the population lives in poverty with over 68% of the country’s child population living in poverty. This number jumps even higher for the country’s indigenous population, with 80% of indigenous group members living in poverty.
In 2022 in the city of Chimaltenango, NPH opened the Father William Wasson Family Center to better support the indigenous children and families, many of single parents, living in the commu- nity. Last year, the NPH Family Center supported over 150 families through 5 core services: daycare for children 2 to 4, tutoring services for local students, rehabilitation for children with dis- abilities and career empowerment and training for women and single parents, and technical/ vocational training for single parents.
The goal of the family center is to empower families in a very poor area of Guatemala and to support systemic and generational change. The three-floor building boasts color and education in a variety of necessary rooms to support the programs. As one of the only free services in the area, the waitlist for services is extensive. We could not do this important work without the support of people like you!
If you are ever in Guatemala, I hope you will visit both our home and the Family Center.
In mission,
Andrea Nahigian
Donor Relations Director – East Coast
Please reach out with questions, anhigian@nphusa.org or 617-206-4943
Learn more! Become a Sponsor: NPH USA, Guatemala!
SVdP Needs Food Donations!
We invite all to participate in this ministry!
Pasta sauce, gluten-free items and condiments are most needed, in addition to any other items you may like to donate.
Food donations can be dropped at church or donated online.
Any non-perishable food donations (not past use expiration date) can be dropped-off at the back of St. Julia Church, for collection at 9:30am Sunday Masses. Thank you for your support!
QUICK CLICK/DONATE ONLINE: Food Pantry Wish List on Amazon
– Choose food items from the list on Amazon
– Food delivered directly to a pantry volunteer
OR – SCAN THE QR CODE BELOW:
Join us today! We are neighbors helping neighbors and your compassion and generosity makes a huge difference in the lives of those we serve.
Make a monetary gift online or mail a check payable to: Society of St. Vincent de Paul Society, PO Box 324, Lincoln MA 01773 (note: Annual Appeal)
LEARN MORE ABOUT SVdP HERE.
CALL for Volunteer Catechists: Help Our Parish Grow!
Our Faith Formation Program thrives because of the heart and dedication of our volunteers. We are seeking dedicated individuals to join us as a teacher, classroom or hallway aide.
No experience is required, just a willingness to make a difference. You may rotate or team-teach with a friend. We provide all the teaching materials needed. Together, we can continue to shape the future with faith and love!
For more information on how you can join and help our parish grow, please contact: Jackie Ashba, Director of Faith Formation, or St. Julia Parish Faith Formation Office: 781-899-8434
FAITH Formation Registration is Now Open for all Grades!
ALTAR Server Scholarship Fund
This was our first year of offering some small scholarships to our College-bound Altar Servers.
If you would like to support our Altar Server Ministry, please consider a donation to our newly established “Altar Server Scholarship Fund.” We hope to make it a well-established yearly event! Donations may be made to: “St. Julia Altar Server Scholarships.” Thank you!
CHILDREN’S Choir Resumes in Fall
Our Sunday 9:30AM Parish Children’s Choir will now be on a break until the Fall.
A big THANK YOU to the 6 young ladies who sang for us every week with our Cantor, Mara Bonde. Thank you also to John Wells, (guitar) and Angelo Scipione (trumpet), for their support of the singing. We are truly blessed to have them all! We hope they enjoy the summer, and look forward to seeing them all in the Fall.
Do you have a child who would like to join the Children’s Choir in the Fall?
Children in grades 2 and above are invited to join the Children’s choir to sing at the 9:30 am Masses.
Cantor Mara Bonde will lead and support the choir singing. Sunday rehearsals may be extended, when there are no Faith classes. Any older singers who would be interested in assisting as youth cantors at 9:30 or other Masses are also welcome to be in contact.
Parents of interested children should email our Music Director, Brian Moll or call/text at 617-548- 5841.
WORLDWIDE Marriage Encounter: Sign Up for a Fall or Winter Session
“Let us rid ourselves of every burden and sin that clings to us and persevere in running the race that lies before us while keeping our eyes fixed on Jesus.”
Learn to keep your eyes fixed on Jesus in your marriage with the next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Experience on:
• September 19 -21, 2025 in Huntington NY
Check out Worldwide Marriage Encounter (WWME), where you will learn tools which can help you in your communication, enhance your relationship, and also help you to grow in faith with one another. WWME sponsors a variety of in-person and virtual marriage experiences, some on weekends and some on seven weekdays. Couples explore their relationship with each other, God, and the Church.
SEEKING the Adult Sacraments of Initiation?
Are you thinking of joining the Catholic Church? Do you need to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation or First Communion?
We warmly welcome you, and we have an RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) process designed for you! To find out more, please contact Deacon Rafe through the Parish Office.
CATHOLIC Appeal 2025
Moving Forward in Faith…Together
Reaching Our Goal: 74%
WATCH Video: Message from Archbishop Henning
Dear Friends,
One of the most meaningful ways that we deepen the impact of our Archdiocese’s schools, parishes, and ministries is by supporting the Catholic Appeal. Your partnership and participation carry Christ’s love into our communities and spread hope. The Appeal is a primary means by which we enfold our brothers and sisters into Christ’s circle of care.
“The Catholic Appeal is our way of acting in solidarity to spread hope.” – Archbishop Richard G. Henning
Thank you to those who have already responded generously to Archbishop Richard Henning’s invitation to contribute to the 2025 Catholic Appeal. Through early support, our parish has already reached 74% of our goal and, together, we are on our way to greater success. On behalf of Archbishop Henning and all who benefit from your generosity, Thank you.
To make an on-line donation or to learn more about the impact your donation will have, visit: bostoncatholicappeal.org
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Give Online Today!
THANK YOU for giving your offertory online!
Our parish relies on your generosity and donations to maintain our two church buildings and programs. We encourage you to use the above “Give Online” button to donate to our offertory to easily make a recurring donation. To mail your donation, please make a check payable to: St. Julia Parish, 374 Boston Post Road, Weston, MA 02493
WE THANK ALL who continue to donate and sustain us!
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PARISH SERVICES
EMAIL: parish@stjulia.org
CONTACT US: Parish Office
MAIN OFFICE PHONE:
MAILING ADDRESS: St. Julia Parish
374 Boston Post Road, Weston, MA 02493
OFFICE HOURS: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
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RECONCILIATION
Parish Center Conference Room, Saturday: 3:00 – 3:45 PM
ANOINTING OF THE SICK
By request after the 4:00 PM Saturday Mass; or contact Parish Office.
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Fridays in St. Julia Church, from Noon – 1:00 PM (except during July and August)
EUCHARIST AND VISITS TO THE SICK
Contact Parish Office to notify of anyone ill, home-bound or hospitalized.
ROSARY ON ZOOM
After each daily Mass; ask for link at director.of.ministries@stjulia.org.
BAPTISM
Please contact the Parish Office in advance to make arrangements.
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