Fifth Sunday of Lent


"CORPUS CHRISTI-ST. BERNARD PARISH IS A CATHOLIC FAITH COMMUNITY CENTERED IN THE EUCHARISTIC CELEBRATION. WE GIVE WITNESS TO OUR BAPTISMAL PROMISES AND COMMIT OURSELVES TO LEARN, LOVE, AND LIVE THE MESSAGE OF JESUS CHRIST."

 

1523 WASHINGTON ST

WEST NEWTON, MA 02465

617-244-0608

EMAIL INQUIRIES CAN BE LEFT AT INFO@CCSBPARISH.ORG



Our Mission

Stations of The Cross


The Stations of the Cross is one of the most simple, yet powerful, ways to prayerfully walk alongside Jesus during this most sacred time of the year.


There are fourteen Stations of the Cross. Each is an invitation to contemplate and experience a pivotal moment from Jesus’ sentencing to his death and burial. They are a powerful way to step into some of the most significant moments in our faith and encounter Jesus like never before.


We invite you to join us for Stations of the Cross during our Lenten Season.  The Stations of the Cross will be held on the following Fridays during Lent:


March 15th at 7:00 PM


March 22nd at 6:30 PM


March 29th at 3:00 PM (Good Friday)




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LENT & EASTER SCHEDULE 2024

Stations of the Cross

Friday, March 15th at 7:00 PM

Friday, March 22nd at 6:30 PM


The Light is on For You 

Sacrament of Reconciliation

Wednesday March 20th and March 27th 6:30 - 7:30 PM


Holy Thursday -March 28th

The Mass of the Lord's Supper: 7:00 PM

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament until 9:30PM


Good Friday - March 29th

Stations of the Cross: 3:00PM

The Liturgy of the Passion of Our Lord: 7:00PM


Holy Saturday - March 30th

The Easter Vigil: 8:00 PM


Easter Sunday - March 31st

The Paschal Feast of Our Lord Jesus Christ

Mass Times: 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM

 

CATHOLIC APPEAL 2024


Catholic Appeal Launch

We invite you to watch the 2024 Official Catholic Appeal launch video. Hear a message from Cardinal Sean as well as from those in our Diocese that are impacted directly by the programs supported by this important initiative.  Please click below to see the video. 

2024 Catholic Appeal

Catholic Appeal information

Learn more about the Catholic Appeal as well as how to make your donation.

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Catholic Appeal Website

IMPACT OF THE Catholic Appeal

The funds from the Catholic Appeal serve to help so many ministries and organizations throughout the Archdiocese of Boston, including schools, parishes and non-profit organizations.

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Ministry Support

INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY








It is that time of year again where bad weather will start affecting our ability to get around. This is our policy regarding Church and Faith Formation cancellations. 


If Newton Public Schools are closed or have a delayed opening, there will be no weekday morning Mass. For Sunday Mass and classes, we will announce closings on our website as well as on several news channels including: WBZ, WCVB TV, and 7 News.

 

As always our goal is to ensure the safety of our parishioners!

Mass Times

"...He took Bread, giving thanks, broke it, and gave it to His disciples..."


Weekend Mass

Saturday 4:00 pm Vigil

Sunday 8:00 am

Sunday 10:00 am


Weekday Mass

Monday - Wednesday 

8:00 am


Eucharistic Adoration

"Stay here and keep awake with Me"


Adoration

Wednesday 8:30 - 9:30 am


Please come spend time with our Lord truly present in the Most Blessed Sacrament


Reconciliation Times

"Father, forgive them..."


Saturday

3:00 - 3:30 pm

or by appointment


i'm new here

A Message from the Pastor

Welcome to the website of Corpus Christi - St. Bernard Parish (a Roman Catholic faith community) in the 'Garden City' of Newton. Our parish, living and thriving here on the western edge of our city, provides much to our parishioners and those outside of that description - all by the grace and life of God our Father and in the name of His Son, our Lord Jesus Christ.


Our beautiful and reverent celebrations of the Mass on Sunday are made more so by the faithful and active participation of all present. The Mass's daily and Sunday celebrations provide an oasis of grace and faith for many parishioners and those who visit. Eucharistic Adoration offers a moment of silence with the Lord and enables us to hear the voice of our Shepherd. Through the Eucharist, we can accomplish the other works of service and mercy that so define our Catholic tradition.


Each day, through the grace of Christ, we try to build this holy place of Corpus Christi-St. Bernard into a monument of what it means to be prayerfully and generously worthy of the promises of Christ-all in the middle of a public square, often alive with voices calling folks elsewhere. As you navigate these pages, please know that our parish community welcomes and prays for you.


Blessings,

Fr. Dan O'Connell

Pastor

@FrDanOConnell

  • Our Mission Statement

    "Corpus Christi-St. Bernard Parish is a Catholic faith community centered in the Eucharistic celebration. We give witness to our baptismal promises and commit ourselves to learn, love, and live the message of Jesus Christ."

  • The Spirituality of Giving

    A spirit of giving supports the work of our Mission Partners in our community and beyond. Primarily, we focus on Corpus Christi-St. Bernard and the events we hold.  From time to time, we may partner with other organizations as needs arise and as we deem appropriate.  In this way, the mission of Jesus Christ is nurtured and kept alive.


    “…and the one who sows bountifully will also reap bountifully.”  

    -Corinthians 2:6


    Our Parish Online Giving portal can be accessed through this link.

Just a Thought from Fr. Dan


Fifth Sunday of Lent



This week's readings invite us to share the images of covenant and grain. They focus on themes of redemption, forgiveness, and renewal. They remind us of the transformative power of God's mercy. When we live each day remembering His invitation to His Covenant of Love and reflecting on our need to die to self for daily renewal and conversion, we find ourselves filled with a certain confidence and resolve. We are encouraged to embrace change and draw closer to God's heart.

 


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8am Sunday Mass - Remembrance of Constance & Anthony Vena / Caroline Ruocco

9am Faith Formation K-8

10am Sunday Mass - Remembrance of Rosa Butera

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8am Daily Mass - Remembrance of Sr. Julie McDonough (SND) & Sr. Ann Marie Connolly (SND)

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8am Daily Mass - Remembrance of David Connolly

6:30pm Men's Prayer Group

28

8am Daily Mass - Remembrance of Lawrence H. Dore Jr.

8:30am Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

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3pm Sacrament of Reconciliation

4pm Sunday Mass - Remembrance of Jeanette Martin

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8am Sunday Mass - Remembrance of John Farina

9am Faith Formation K-8

10am Sunday Mass - Remembrance of Steven Nicolazzo

11:15am Faith Formation - Confirmation

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8am Daily Mass - Remembrance of Bob Cerra

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8am Daily Mass - Remembrance of Paul Reardon

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8am Daily Mass - Remembrance of George Matthews

8:30am Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

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3pm Sacrament of Reconciliation

4pm Sunday Mass - Remembrance of Jim Kuhn

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8am Sunday Mass - Remembrance of Maria Butera & Sossia Palermo

9am Faith Formation K-8

10am Sunday Mass - Remembrance of Elvira Taranto

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8am Daily Mass - Remembrance of Robert Mondor

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8am Daily Mass - Remembrance of Matthew P Renaghan

6:30pm Men's Prayer Group

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8am Daily Mass - Remembrance of Billie Swisher

8:30am Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

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7pm Stations of the Cross

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3pm Sacrament of Reconciliation

4pm Sunday Mass - Remembrance of John Murphy

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8am Sunday Mass - Remembrance of Mary DeWolfe

9am Faith Formation K-8

10am Sunday Mass - Remembrance of Ann E. Kearney

11:15am Faith Formation - Confirmation

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8am Daily Mass - Remembrance of Jeannette (Blouin) Martin

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8am Daily Mass - Remembrance of Pasquale Raso

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8am Daily Mass - Remembrance of Jack Mauriello

8:30am Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

6:30pm The Light is on for You - Sacrament of Reconciliation

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6:30pm Stations of the Cross

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3pm Sacrament of Reconciliation

4pm Sunday Mass - Remembrance of Peter Martinos

24

8am Sunday Mass - Remembrance of Constance and Anthony Vena / Caroline Ruocco

9am Faith Formation K-8

10am Sunday Mass - Remembrance of Elena Warren

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8am Daily Mass - Remembrance of Thomas Thrun

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8am Daily Mass - Remembrance of Hugh Shine

6:30pm Men's Prayer Group

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8am Daily Mass - Remembrance of Kay Walsh

8:30am Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

6:30pm The Light is on for You - Sacrament of Reconciliation

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7pm Mass of the Lord's Supper

29

3pm Good Friday - Stations of the Cross

7pm Liturgy of the Lord's Passion

30

3pm Sacrament of Reconciliation

8pm Easter Vigil in the Night

31

8am Sunday Mass

9am Faith Formation K-8

10am Sunday Mass

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8am Daily Mass

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8am Daily Mass - Remembrance of Saverio Caruso

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8am Daily Mass - Remembrance of Barbara Breannan

8:30am Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

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3pm Sacrament of Reconciliation

4pm Sunday Mass

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Novena of St. Bernard

St. Bernard of Clairvaux is the patron saint of the Cistercians. You can ask for his prayers if you are a Cistercian or are discerning a vocation to the Cistercians. You can also ask for his prayers on behalf of a Cistercian you know.


St. Bernard is also the patron saint of beekeepers and candle makers. You can seek his intercession if you are a beekeeper or a candle maker, or for a beekeeper or candle maker you know.


In addition, St. Bernard is the patron saint of Gibraltar and the city of Algeciras, so you can definitely seek his prayers if you live in Gibraltar or Algeciras. 

You can pray the St. Bernard of Clairvaux Novena for any intention!


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