Bulletin

St.Julia Parish Announcements: Week of September 21, 2026

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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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Mon. 9/28 – 8AM: Theresa and Daniel Donahue & Family 

Tue. 9/29: 8AM: Mary Mansfield (Living)

Wed. 9/30 – 8AM: Natalie and Bob Duffy, Sr. 

OCTOBER

Thu. 10/1 – 8AM: Joseph and Diane Cotell (Living)

Fri. 10/2 – 8AM: Deceased Members of King, McMahon, Murphy & Regan Families

Sat. 10/3 – 4PM: Italo Di Nitto

Sun. 10/4 – 8AM: Stephen Wilkie 

Sun. 10/4 – 9:30AM: Joseph Bonica 

Sun. 10/4 – 11:30AM: Joseph Tagliente  

Sun. 10/4 – 5PM: People of the Parish

MESSAGE from Father Scott: St. Julia Parish Annual Report

Dear Parishioners:

I am pleased to present the parish’s Annual Report (AR) for July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026 (FY26: see our website Finances page.) 

The AR provides you with an overview of parish finances by presenting the Statement of Operating Activity and a review of parish life for this time and the budget for July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027 (FY27). Since the Parish Finance Council (PFC) ceased to exist upon Fr. Mark’s death, their names are not included with this report. I am in the process of establishing the new Parish Finance Council. If you have skills in finance, accounting, development, fundraising, facilities, or human resources and would like to join the PFC, please contact me.

Parish Finances: Due to your generosity to the offertory and grand annual collection, good budgeting, and careful control of expenses, the parish’s financial outlook is good.

Fr. Mark’s Illness and Death; A Time of Transition: Fr. Mark Mahoney’s brief illness leading to his death on November 10, 2025, impacted the parish community as it entered a time of remembering, honoring, and celebrating his life and 8+ years as Pastor of the parish, grieving his death, and waiting for the appointment of the next Pastor. During the six-month transitional period that followed Fr. Mark’s death, many parishioners, staff members, and priests stepped up to ensure that fundamental aspects of parish life would continue until the appointment of a new Pastor. I am grateful to all who assisted in maintaining parish life during this time, especially Fr. Kevin Toomey and Bishop Robert Reed, who served as Temporary Administrators of the parish.

A New Pastor with Two Assignments: Near the end of FY26, you learned that Archbishop Henning had appointed me as Pastor of Saint Julia Parish and Episcopal Vicar for the West Region of the Archdiocese of Boston. You know what a Pastor is, but what is an Episcopal Vicar?

What is an Episcopal Vicar? The term “vicar” indicates that the priest acts on behalf of the “episcopus” (Bishop) of the Diocese. An Episcopal Vicar serves as the Bishop’s representative in the area or function assigned to him, effectively acting on behalf of the Bishop in pastoral oversight. In my appointment, the specific part of the Archdiocese which I serve is the West Region, which includes 60 parishes in 40 cities and towns. I report to Archbishop Henning on significant matters, follow his directives, and strive to know his pastoral mind and heart.

Second Priest Assigned: Archbishop Henning also appointed Fr. Giris Azize (Fr. G), whom he ordained a priest on May 16, 2026, at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross, to serve as Parochial Vicar at Saint Julia Parish.

What is a Parochial Vicar? A Parochial Vicar, sometimes known as an Associate Pastor in the past, is a priest assigned to assist the Pastor in the day-to-day ministry of a parish. The term “vicar” indicates that the priest acts on behalf of the Pastor, while “parochial” relates to the parish itself. Typically, newly ordained priests begin their parish ministry as Parochial Vicars to gain experience under the guidance of an experienced Pastor. According to the Code of Canon Law, Parochial Vicars are co-workers with the Pastor, sharing in pastoral ministry under his authority. Given my additional responsibilities as Episcopal Vicar, I am grateful to Archbishop Henning for assigning Fr. G to serve with me.

A Priest in Residence: You also learned that Fr. Paul Soper, Vicar for Clergy in the Archdiocese of Boston, is in residence with Fr. G and me at the rectory. Fr. Paul’s many, varied responsibilities limit his availability to assist the parish, but he may help from time-to-time.

A Time to Listen and Learn: The summer season was a time of new beginnings and learning for Fr. G and me. We started learning about St. Julia Parish, Weston, Lincoln, and the neighboring towns and cities. The new beginnings and learning will continue during the fall as we welcome people back from summer vacations and listen to all parishioners through a series of “Conversations in the Spirit.”  These one-time small groups will bring parishioners together to pray, listen, and have conversations about one question, “What is the most important thing for St. Julia Parish to do during the next 3 years, 2027 through 2029?” I encourage as many parishioners as possible to participate in one or more of these sessions.

Fall Activities: Even while we continue to listen and learn, the pace of parish life will pick up. We look forward to the start of a new year of faith formation, the Fall Festival Weekend on October 3-4 (which coincides with the Feast of St. Francis and the 800th anniversary of his death), All Saints Day (which falls on a Sunday this year), and the first anniversary of Fr. Mark’s death and Annual Memorial Masses on November 8.

Please take the time to review the annual report and the invitation to move forward with us.

Your brother in Christ,

Very Reverend Scott A. Euvrard, Pastor

JOIN the Parish Finance Council: An Invitation for New Members

Fr. Scott is establishing the new Parish Finance Council (PFC). The PFC, as required by Canon Law, assists and advises the Pastor in his responsibility for the parish’s finances. New members are needed!

The PFC will meet 4-6 times annually. PFC members have 3-year terms. If you are a parishioner with skills in accounting, finance, development, fundraising, facilities, or human resources, and are interested in joining the PFC, please contact Fr. Scott or call the Parish Office (781-899-2611).

St. Julia Parish of Weston and Lincoln

 

 

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JOIN us for coffee/tea & donuts!

Café Julia has re-opened for the new school year!  

Stay tuned for announcements for the next open dates, following
9:30AM Family Mass at St. Julia Church.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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CATECHISTS Needed: Help Our Parish Grow!

Join us to shape the future with faith and love…

Our Faith Formation Program thrives because of the heart and dedication of our volunteers. We are very grateful for our catechists (classroom teachers) who give of their time to pass on the faith.

We are still in need of teachers for Grades 3 & 4 on Sundays and Grade 4 and 5 on Mondays.

You can help in many ways as a catechist, classroom aide, or substitute. No experience is required, just a willingness to share your faith and make a difference. We provide all the support and 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 here.

 

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RENEW Your Marriage Vows at a Special Mass!

Wedding Anniversary Mass: Cathedral of the Holy Cross, Boston

Sunday, October 25 @ 3 – 4:30pm

 

Archbishop Richard Henning invites couples celebrating their 10th, 25th, 50th, or other milestone wedding anniversary to the Annual Wedding Anniversary Mass! 

On Sunday, October 25th at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross, couples will renew their commitment to marriage and receive a special blessing. There will also be photo ops after the Mass. Event is free, but requires couples to ticket register. Families and friends are welcome (guests need not register)!

For tickets & more information, visit bit.ly/WeddingAnniversaryMass2026

 

 

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READ with Father Scott: An Invitation to Learn about American Saints, Blesseds and Venerables

“Parish Priest: Father Michael J. McGivney and American Catholicism” by Douglas Brinkley and Julie M. Fenster

Join Father Scott in August by learning about American parish priest Fr. McGivney and his path to sainthood by reading “Parish Priest: Father Michael McGivney and American Catholicism” by Douglas Brinkley and Julie M. Fenster.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

In July, Father Scott invited us to read about Blessed Fr. Stanley Rother.

 

Here are 5 Things to Know About Blessed Stanley Rother

 

1. Blessed Stanley Rother is the first American-born martyr.

2. Though he struggled academically in the seminary, he was able to learn the local native language in Guatemala, the Tzʼutujil language. He translated the New Testament and the missal prayers for Mass into the Tzʼutujil language.

3. Blessed Stanley was a handyman and a jack of all trades. He used these skills to build many buildings and help the people with their farming skills.

4. Blessed Stanley Rother returned from Oklahoma to his Guatemalan parish despite the danger to his own life, saying, “A shepherd cannot run from his flock.”

5. Blessed Stanley Rother’s Tz’utujil parishioners have his heart. His body was returned to Oklahoma for burial, but his Guatemalan parishioners enshrined his heart. The room in which he was killed is now a chapel.

 

 

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His Holiness Pope Leo XIV has announced a Jubilee Year of Saint Francis in celebration of the 800th anniversary of his passage to Heaven.

The Christian faithful are invited to follow the example of the Saint of Assisi, becoming models of holiness and constant witnesses of peace. The Church grants a plenary indulgence under the usual conditions to those who participate devoutly in this extraordinary jubilee which runs from January 10, 2026 to January 10, 2027. 

Read and download the Pilgrim’s Guide about this Special Jubilee Year in commemoration of St. Francis here.

 

 

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PRAY with Pope Leo XIV in His Monthly Prayer Intentions

September: For the Care of Water

Each year, the Holy Father asks for our prayers for a specific intention each month. (See the Pope’s Monthly Prayer Intentions here.)  

 

You are invited to answer the Holy Father’s request and to join with many people worldwide in praying for this intention each month.  You can join this global monthly initiative through the Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network. 

Pope Leo XIV’s September prayer intention is for the Care of Water. Water is a sacred gift that sustains life. We see a sign of God’s generosity in water. It quenches our thirst and makes the earth fertile. In Baptism, it becomes a symbol of his renewing grace. Taking care of water is also a form of safeguarding life and of recognizing that this resource belongs to everyone, without distinction. In his prayer intention for September, Pope Leo invites us to pray that water be protected so that we might learn to appreciate it with gratitude, justice, and moderation, and so that we might know how to defend the right of every brother and sister to have equal access to drinkable water.

Pray with Pope Leo XIV by watching the video HERE.

 

September Prayer: For the Care of Water

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

Lord of Life, You have given us the gift of water,
source of fruitfulness, freshness, and hope.
It quenches thirst, nourishes the earth, and heals wounds.

We thank You,
because it is also a symbol of your grace and love
that renews us through Baptism.
Today we ask You to teach us to safeguard it
with gratitude, justice, and responsibility.

Forgive us for turning it into a commodity,
forgetting that it is a universal gift,
a right without borders, meant for all your children.
We see with pain so many brothers and sisters
who lack clean water,
who walk for miles to find it,
who become ill due to its scarcity.

May your Spirit make us pilgrims of the essential,
able to live with simplicity,
denouncing waste and pollution,
defending the right of every brother and sister
to drink without fear and without inequality.

May our care for water be a sign of love for the Creator and a commitment to the lives of the poor,
educating new generations to value
and protect the Earth’s resources.

Amen.

 

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CATHOLIC Corner: Basic Teachings of the Catholic Faith

Man: In the Image of God

God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him, male and female he created them. Man occupies a unique place in creation: he is in the image of God; in his own nature he unites the spiritual and material worlds; God established him in his friendship.

Man, though made of body and soul, is a unity. The doctrine of the faith affirms that the spiritual and immortal soul is created immediately by God. God did not create man a solitary being. From the beginning, male and female he created them. This partnership of man and woman constitutes the first form of communion between persons. Revelation makes known to us the state of original holiness and justice of man and woman before sin: from their friendship with God flowed the happiness of their existence in paradise.

(usccb.org/catechism-of-the-catholic-church)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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LIVE Your Best Life in Love!

Experience a Worldwide Marriage Encounter – Fall Session

“But some seed fell on rich soil and produced fruit, a hundred or sixty or thirtyfold.” – Matthew 13:8-9

Help your marriage be like the rich soil by taking part in a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Experience!

Every relationship is a journey, and the grind of everyday life can cause you to lose touch with your spouse.  

Worldwide Marriage Encounter 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.  Join an enriching experience with Worldwide Marriage Encounter on the next date/location:

• October 6-7, 2026 (Virtual), Coastal New England – x2 nights/week

Registration is limited; there is a $100 application fee.  For more information or to apply, call Matt & Julie King at 978-870-5646 or for more info go to: wwme.org

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BECOME an Altar Server

Interested in joining this important youth ministry? Girls and boys who have received First Communion and are in Grades 4 and above can sign up to become an altar server.  Middle and High Schoolers are welcome too.

Training will be on select Sundays after the 9:30Mass during the Summer.  If your child is interested in serving, please email: altarservercoordinator@stjulia.org

 

ALTAR Server Scholarship Fund 

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!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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SING with the St. Julia Children’s Choir 

Do you have a child who likes to sing? 

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 contact our Music Director, Brian Moll by email: bcmoll@ yahoo.com or call/text him at 617-548-5841. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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SMALL Acts. Big Impact!

Help Fill SVdP’s Food Pantry 

Looking for a simple way to make a real difference this summer?

Organize a neighborhood food drive for the St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry! 

Our pantry serves families in Lincoln and Weston and relies on community donations to keep our shelves stocked.

Hosting a food drive is easy – pick a date; invite your neighbors to donate nonperishable food; deliver the donations to the Pantry for drop off or stay and help us stock the shelves.

Just 4–5 hours of your time can help feed local families. Food drives are per- fect for families, students, Scout groups, neighborhoods, and anyone looking for a meaningful service project.

Your support can go even further. In addition to our Food Pantry, St. Vincent de Paul also provides:

• Emergency financial assistance for neighbors facing unexpected hardships.

• Educational scholarships for adults pursuing job training and career advancement, as well as college juniors and seniors working toward their degrees.

We are a dynamic, volunteer organization dedicated to helping our neighbors through life’s challenges with compassion, respect, and hope. Whether you donate food, organize a food drive, volunteer, or make a financial gift, your help goes far.

Interested in becoming a member? We are always looking for compassionate, positive people who want to put their faith into action by serving others. We’d love to hear from you!

Interested in helping? 
Email: info@svdplincolnweston.org
Phone: 781-899-2611 ext. 4 (Leave a message and we’ll gladly call you back!)

Thank you for your generous support! 

To learn more or find easy ways to donate:  Visit our website: svdplincolnweston.org

OR – SCAN the QR Code:

To make a monetary gift:

Online: https://www.svdplincolnweston.org/give

By mail: Send a check payable to: Society of St. Vincent de Paul Society, PO Box 324, Lincoln MA 01773 (note: Annual Appeal) 

SVdP of Lincoln/Weston provides food, emergency financial assistance and scholarships to neighbors in need.  To learn more and ways to help, visit our website: svdplincolnweston.org 

 

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EUCHARISTIC Adoration

Every Friday, 12 – 1pm at St. Julia Church

 

“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.

 

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SEEKING 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 by email: parish@stjulia.org

 

 

 

 

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DO YOU LIKE Organizing Parties?  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 by email: parish@stjulia.org

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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WITH Gratitude to Team St. Julia

On Wednesday, June 24th, with gratitude, we said good bye to Bishop Reed who has guided St. Julia parish for the past 6 months. We wish him well in his future endeavor at the Seminary and Catholic TV.

With extended gratitude, we now welcome, (left to right) Fr. Paul Soper, Fr. Scott Euvrard, and Fr. Giris Azize to guide St. Julia.  We look forward to getting to know all of you!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Father Euvrard was Pastor of St. Anthony Parish in Cohasset and St. Mary in Hull prior to becoming Pastor of St. Julia Parish.  In addition, Father Euvrard will serve as Episcopal Vicar of the West Region of the Archdiocese of Boston. Father Euvrard began his current assignment to St. Julia on June 24, 2026.   Read more about Father Euvrard below in his personal introduction.

Additionally, Father Paul Soper, Secretary for Ministerial Personnel of the Archdiocese, will administer the parish where he will remain in residence to assist in its pastoral care.

 

Fr. Giris Azize was assigned to St. Julia Parish as Parochial Vicar (one of five deacons ordained as Priests on Saturday, May 16th) also effective June 24th.  Read more about Fr. Azize, a Deacon introduced in The Pilot’s article ‘Ordination Class of 2026’ here: https://www.thebostonpilot.com/article.php?ID=202423

 

 

 

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A Brief Introduction from Fr. Scott Euvrard

I grew up as the oldest of six children in the small, north central Massachusetts town of Athol. When Bishop Bernard Flanagan, then the Bishop of Worcester Diocese, visited Athol, he would always (always!) say, “Athol is in the middle of Catholic!” cATHOLic! With the Miller’s River running through Athol, it was the ideal spot for factories. There were two major tool-making factories when I was growing up, Starrett Tools and Union Twist Drill. Starrett Tools, where my father, mother, and brother worked, is still there. The town has a big canoe race (The River Rat Race, 300+ canoes) every April. I was never in a canoe for the race, but was in the accompanying parade as a member of the marching band for Athol High School, from where I graduated in 1980. I’ll save you from doing the math; I’ll soon be 64-years-old!

My dad, Leon, died in September 2014, and my oldest sister Lynne, who had been living in Madrid, Spain for 30+ years, died on April 27, 2025. My mom, Gloria, still lives in Athol, and my siblings (Jeanne, Craig, Mark, and Dawne) live either in north-central Massachusetts or south-western New Hampshire. I’ve lost track of how many nieces and nephews, and grandnieces and grandnephews I have!

I went to Mount Union College in Alliance, Ohio, to study music education. I play (sadly not in many years) the french horn, or the horn as the purists would say. They granted me a Bachelor of Music Education Degree, summa cum laude, in 1984. After teaching music in public schools and the South Shore YMCA for a few years, I entered St. John Seminary (where Bishop Reed will now be the Rector!) in the fall of 1989. I was ordained a priest of Jesus Christ for the Archdiocese of Boston on May 21, 1994. I have served parishes in Lowell, Lynn, Needham, and Sharon, and parish collaboratives in Amesbury-Salisbury and Cohasset-Hull.

Though sad to leave my current assignment, I am energized by my new assignments as Pastor for St. Julia Parish and Episcopal Vicar for the West Region of the Archdiocese of Boston. The West region includes 40 cities and towns and 60 parishes. 7 of the parishes have schools. I can’t wait to meet everyone! 

— Father Scott

 

 

 

 

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REV. Mark A. Mahoney, St. Julia Parish Pastor

In Memory

St.Julia Parish is deeply saddened by the passing of our Pastor, Fr. Mark Mahoney who served our parish from 2017 – 2025.  May his soul rest in eternal peace.  Remembrances of Fr. Mark, here. 

(An archived recording can be viewed here. Click on ‘Playlist’ at top right of screen image, scroll down menu, click to view): Saturday, November 22nd – “Fr. Mark Mahoney Funeral’.  Friday, November 21st:  Rite of Reception of the Body at 2:30pm, with Wake followed from 3 – 7pm.

 

Obituary: Father Mark A. Mahoney, pastor of St. Julia in Weston, MA (Friday 28th of November 2025), by Father Robert M. O’Grady, The Pilot 

An overcast and misty morning of Nov. 22, 2025, greeted the people of St. Julia Parish, Weston, for the funeral Mass of their much-beloved pastor, Father Mark A. Mahoney. Father Mahoney had died on Nov. 10, 2025, at Regina Cleri Residence, Boston, where he had gone for respite care only a week prior. He had been diagnosed with an aggressive colon cancer only about six weeks before that. Despite his own determination and expert medical attention, the diagnosis was too late, and he received the news with an equanimity of spirit and a serene and holy resignation to the inscrutable ways of Divine Providence.

Father Mahoney was born in Boston on April 20, 1960, the youngest of the eight children of the late Bradford and Anne (Bell) Mahoney. Two siblings, Bradford and Kevin, predeceased him. He is survived by his five other siblings: Andrea Viecelli, Goldsborough, N. C.; Maureen Zimmerman and Patricia Smith, both of Naples, Fla.; Brian, Sarasota, Fla.; and Michael, Waltham.

 

Mark was raised in Needham, a son there of St. Joseph Parish. He graduated from the parish grammar school in 1974, and Xavierian Brothers High School, Westwood, in 1978. He then entered the archdiocesan seminaries at Brighton, completing his college formation in 1982 and entering the theology program, which he completed in 1986.

 

Bernard Cardinal Law ordained him to the priesthood at Holy Cross Cathedral on June 7, 1986, following theology studies at St. John, and gave him his first priestly assignment as a parochial vicar at St. Joseph Parish, Wakefield.

 

Five years later, following happy years with the people in Wakefield, he was back at his alma mater, Xaverian Brothers High School as chaplain. He lived in residence at the rectory of Mary Immaculate Parish, Newton. His heart was always in parish life, and just a year later, he returned to parish ministry as parochial vicar at St. Mary Parish, Holliston.

 

Seven years later, he was assigned to the staff of the Metropolitan Tribunal with residence at Holy Name Parish, West Roxbury, and at St. Peter Parish, Cambridge. During the years 1999 through early 2007, he would fulfil various canonical responsibilities at the Tribunal, including advocate, judge, and judicial vicar (2024 to 2007).

 

For two years (2001-2002), he was a student in canon law at the Catholic University of America, Washington, D.C., living at the then-Divine Word Residence, which is now the administrative office and residence for the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA.

 

During his tribunal ministry, he was also the administrator of St. Joseph Parish, Lincoln. Little did he realize then that the parish would be suppressed and eventually aggregated to St. Julia Parish, Weston.

The metropolitan tribunal’s ministry extends to many areas of church or canon law, but it is mostly concerned with judging matrimonial cases submitted through a precise process. While it can seem very remote from “real” priestly ministry, Father Mahoney excelled at making this often-difficult task a means of healing for petitioners and respondents.

 

In 2007, Cardinal Seán P. O’Malley named him pastor of St. Rose of Lima Parish in Topsfield. He was delighted to be back in parish life and brought his usual zeal and attention to the parish. He took care of the physical plant and more importantly of the spiritual and faith lives of the parishioners. In whichever parish he was assigned, he was convinced that the pastor should make the assignment his home. He was notorious for rarely being absent from the parish, and even on days off, was present and answering phones and doorbells. In addition to upgrades to parish buildings, he also expanded the parish religious education program. He also served as the vicar forane for Vicariate IV of the North Region, and as administrator pro-temp at Our Lady of Hope Parish, Ipswich.

 

A new challenge greeted him when, in 2013, he was named pastor of a three-parish “collaborative” in Beverly. It comprised the parishes of St. John the Evangelist, St. Margaret of Scotland, and St. Mary Star of the Sea. Bringing three quite independent parishes together was a challenge and it was difficult for Father Mahoney; however, by determination and deft administration and pastoral sensitivity, he succeeded and also successfully merged the parish schools of St. John and St. Mary parishes into a single school, which is doing well today.

 

On June 1, 2017, Cardinal O’Malley named him pastor of St. Julia Parish in Weston, which now includes, as mentioned above, St. Joseph Church, in nearby Lincoln.

 

The Weston parish plant is unassumingly set on Boston Post Road in the town center. There is a stone church and a parish center complete with function facilities and classrooms for parish religious education and formation programs, as well as office space. This joins the rectory, but the spaces are separated by common access and offices. Father Mahoney seemed to have arrived at last where he could be pastor and shepherd to his flock.  Since 2017, he has brought his unique gifts and talents and style of pastoral care to Weston.

 

His funeral Mass was celebrated with Archbishop Richard G. Henning as the principal celebrant. Joining him were 50 concelebrants, among them Archbishop Christopher Coyne, Hartford, a seminary classmate; Bishop-designate of Albany Mark O’Connell, fellow canon lawyer; designated concelebrants were Msgr. Kevin J. O’Leary, rector of the Metropolitan Cathedral of the Holy Cross, Boston; Father Michael J. Doyle, pastor of St. Richard of Chichester and of St. Mary of the Annunciation parishes, both in Danvers, who was also the homilist; Father James J. Laughlin, pastor of St. John the Evangelist and of St. Paul parishes, both in Wellesley, close friend and also fellow canonist; and Father Kevin G. Toomey, senior priest of the archdiocese and administrator of St. Julia Parish.

 

Other concelebrating priests included pastors of neighboring parishes: Father Michael Nolan, St. Mary, Waltham; Father Bryan Parrish, St. Joseph, Needham; and Father David O’Leary, Holy Family Concord and St. Irene, Carlisle. The faculty of the two seminaries, where Father Mahoney had also taught canon law, were represented by Msgr. Stephen Salocks, rector, and Father Frank J. Silva, of St. John Seminary, Brighton; and Msgr. William P. Fay and Father Joseph Zwosta, Pope St. John XXIII National Seminary, Weston, both of whom are regular assisting priests at St. Julia. Other priests, classmates, and friends included Father George Evans, senior priest, previous pastor at St. Julia; Father Joseph M. Hennessey, senior priest, Regina Cleri, fellow canonist; Father Jonathan M. Gaspar, pastor, St. Mary of the Assumption, Brookline; Jesuit Fathers Michael McFarland, rector, and Gerald Finnegan in residence at Campion Center, Weston, who also assist at St. Julia.  The church was packed with parishioners and friends with a small overflow attending via live stream in the parish center.

 

Father Doyle’s homily perfectly captured his friend from seminary years, weaving personal and parochial, serious and humorous, seamlessly with the texts of scripture Father Mahoney had selected.

The evening prior the rite of reception was celebrated by Central Regional Bishop Cristiano G. Borro Barbosa; Father Laughlin preached at liturgy.

 

Following the funeral Mass, Father Mahoney was buried with his parents at St. Joseph Cemetery, West Roxbury.  The morning weather had cleared, and the sun began to shine. Almost a message from God at Father Mahoney’s request to remind all that death gives way to life, and sadness to joy for the faithful Christian for a fine priest.

 

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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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