Boston, Wednesday 7th of October 2026

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Events Calendar

Oct. 9 2026

College Fair, Framingham

On the feast of St. John Henry Newman, at 7:00 p.m., the Chesterton Academy of the Immaculata, 36 Clinton Street, will host a special college fair for families in Boston and the Metro-West area of Massachusetts. This event will feature schools recommended in the Cardinal Newman Society’s well-known Newman Guide. Patrick Reilly, president and founder of the Newman Society, will be the featured speaker. Representatives from the recommended Catholic colleges will also be present to speak about their institutions and answer questions. Students and their families exploring college options, especially those seeking an institution with a strong Catholic identity, are encouraged to attend. Please register to confirm your attendance at chestertonimmaculata.org/collegefair.

Oct. 15 2026

Taize Prayer, Brighton

All are invited to prayer in the spirit of Taize at 7:00 p.m., offered at the Motherhouse Chapel of the Sisters of St. Joseph, 637 Cambridge Street. Taize prayer is a simple form of Christian prayer centered on scripture, silence, and song based on the daily prayer of the religious community in Taize, France. As women of the Church rooted in the Gospel whose mission is to deepen relationships with God and neighbor, the Sisters of St. Joseph invite you to join in praying for unity and love in our world and in our own hearts. For questions, call Mary Ann Baril at 617-746-2029.

Oct. 17 2026

Marian Procession, Providence

Our Third Great Marian Procession, led by Bishop Bruce A. Lewandowski, CSsR, begins at 9:00 a.m. from St. Mary Church, 538 Broadway Street. It will process to the Cathedral of Sts. Peter and Paul, 30 Fenner Street, Providence, where Bishop Lewandowski will celebrate Holy Mass, followed by fellowship and a gathering in the lower cathedral. Register the participation of your Marian group, parish, school, organization, or individuals by visiting www.dioceseofprovidence.org/GMPReg. For more information, contact Celso Vera (Spanish) at 401-421-7833, ext. 233, or cvera@dpvd.org, or Edward Gallagher (English) at 401-573-3630.

Oct. 20 2026

Women’s Faith Formation Group, Brockton

Catholic Daughters of the Americas meets on the third Tuesday of the month at 6:00 p.m. in the church hall of Our Lady of Lourdes, 439 West Street. Join other Catholic women for faith, fellowship, and charitable endeavors. The group meets from September through December and March through July, and new members are welcome. For more information, email the regent at Kathy.Galewski@gmail.com.

Oct. 23 2026

Women’s Retreat, Wakefield

The Lazarus Center for Healing Shrine, 47 Butler Avenue, will host a Women’s Retreat from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., continuing the following day, Oct. 24, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Light refreshments will be provided; bring your own lunch or reserve one for $15. To register, email Cynthia at bostonmcharity@yahoo.com or call 781-435-1706.


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