CONFESSIONS

Fr. Francis Pham and I will continue to hear Confessions each Saturday from 3:00-4:00pm in the front driveway of the church, weather permitting.  Option to drive up or walk up remains possible with appropriate distancing.

Our Lady’s Church remains open daily from 8:00am-6:00pm with the Eucharist on the altar for as long as we have limited volunteers present, practicing social distancing, according to State Health and Archdiocesan Guidelines.  If you would like to volunteer an hour or so, call Sharon in the parish office or email her at parish@olca.org. 

PARISH SCHEDULE OF UPCOMING EVENTS

Sunday Mass
Plans are to continue the celebration of outdoor Sunday Mass throughout the summer. In case of rain, Mass will be celebrated inside the Church, and the time of Mass will be determined on a weekly basis.  An announcement of the time and place of the Mass will be noted on our parish office phone message, our parish website (www.olca.org) and on Our Lady Comforter of the Afflicted Parish Facebook on either Friday evening or Saturday mornings.

First Holy Communion:
Gratefully, we have also received permission to celebrate First Communion at Our Lady’s.  The second of these celebrations will take place this Saturday, June 27 at 9:00am.  Weather permitting, this Mass will be celebrated outside.

Rain Plan- First Holy Communion
In case of inclement weather, this Saturday's First Holy Communion Mass will be celebrated inside the Church.  This will require possible adjustment of time and distribution of limited tickets to each family as our social distancing indoor capacity is much lower than what can be provided outside. Felicia Forger, coordinator of our Religious Education Program will be in contact with the families.
 

RECENT HAPPENINGS AT OUR LADY'S

CONFIRMATION CELEBRATION

The Archdiocese has given permission for local pastor's to confer the Sacrament of Confirmation in their parishes.  Last Saturday, June 20, Confirmation was celebrated at Our Lady's outside in the church parking lot.  Congratulations to all of the Confirmandi as they continue their journey of faith.

PRAYER SERVICE AT ST. MARY'S CHURCH FOR PEACE AND RACIAL HARMONY

On Friday, June 19, 2020 a Prayer Service for “Peace and Racial Harmony in the Nation and Throughout the World” was held at St. Mary’s Church in Waltham.  Our Lady’s Parish collaborated in this effort – as this service was hosted by the Ugandan Catholic Community and St. Mary’s Parish.   

HOLY HOUR AND MISSION TALK WITH DEACON JOE HUBBARD

Year of the Eucharist Holy Year – Our Lady’s Parish joined parishes throughout the Archdiocese of Boston during Mass on Sunday, June 14 in opening the Cardinal’s establishment of the “Year of the Eucharist”.  Outdoor Eucharistic Adoration was beautifully celebrated last Monday and Tuesday evenings to mark the beginning of our special year. Monday’s prominent theme was to also pray for Peace and Racial Harmony throughout the Nation and in the world, in addition to similar observance on Tuesday, as we join praying for justice and God’s blessings.

ROOF REPLACEMENT

Work has begun-Roof Replacement of Our Lady’s Academy (Early Childhood section ) by James and Patrick Shea of Professional Roofing. (June 8, 2020)

EUCHARISTIC BLESSING VISIT TO WALTHAM CROSSINGS SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITY

Fr. Francis Pham’s visit to Waltham Crossings for Eucharistic Adoration on June 3, 2020 coordinated by John Barry.

READ FR. DIPERRI'S LETTER TO UPDATE PARISH ON RESUMING MASSES - MAY 20, 2020 - Click HERE.

EUCHARISTIC BLESSING VISIT TO WALTHAM CROSSINGS SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITY

On Tuesday, May 12, Fr. DiPerri, Fr. Pham and Deacon Joe went to Waltham Crossings Assisted Living Facility and had an outside Eucharistic blessing for the residents.  Some residents were able to come outside, but for those who could not, Fr. DiPerri, Fr. Pham and Deacon Joe processed around the building so the residents can be blessed through their windows.  Let us continue to pray for each other during this crisis.

 

MAY 1 - Cardinal Sean and the Bishops of the US in a Prayer for the Consecration of the United States to the Care of the Blessed Mother.

 

 

APRIL 15, AT 2:49PM, Our Lady's Church BELLS rang in memory of the victims of the Boston Marathon.

 

Easter Sunday at 12 NOON ~ Ringing of Our Lady's Church BELLS joining in unison all churches of the Archdioceses of Boston.

 

Friday, March 27, 2020 - Fr. DiPerri and Deacon Joe Hubbard

 

Tuesday, March 24, 2020 - DIVINE MERCY CHAPLET - DEACON JOE HUBBARD 

 

HAM-A-RAMA UPDATE

We hope to have a VIRTUAL Ham-a-Rama Spring Fundraiser.  We are working out the details and will keep you posted.

PLEASE continue to mail in your tickets as the event WILL HAPPEN, it is just a matter of when. 

Also, please still make the donations you planned on making.  Email the parish office at parish@olca.org and we will make arrangements to get your donation.

Thank you for your continued support of Our Lady's and let us continue to pray for one another.

 

HAPPENINGS AT OUR LADY'S BEFORE THE COVID-19 OUTBREAK

Fire Truck Pictures

During our recent fire inspection at Our Lady's Academy, part of the Kindergarten class was lucky enough to take some pictures on the truck.  We thank Waltham Fire and Waltham Police for always keeping us safe.

 

GIRL SCOUTS OF AMERICA

Last Sunday, March 8, the Girls Scouts from Waltham celebrated the 11:00am Mass with Our Lady's community.  Below is a delegation representing the Girl Scouts.

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR LADY'S BASKETBALL TEAM

Last Sunday, March 8, Our Lady's Basketball Teams celebrated the 11:00am Mass in thanksgiving for a great season.  Below is a delegation representing the Wildcats along team pictures.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS PASTA SUPPER

A great time was had by all who attended the Knights of Columbus Pasta Supper last Saturday, March 7.  Congratuations to John Barry who received the Knight of the Year Award for all of his services to the Knights as well as to Our Lady's Parish.

FR. FRANCIS' VISIT HOME TO VIETNAM

Fr. Francis went home to visit his mother and family in Vietnam.  He celebrated Mass in his home.  He also celebrated Mass at his local parish church.  

OUR LADY’S ACADEMY NATIONAL JUNIOR HONOR SOCIETY

Congratulations to the new members of National Junior Honor Society from Our Lady’s Academy who celebrated their induction Mass on Friday, January 10. 

FR. FRANCIS CELEBRATES MASS AND ANOINTS RESIDENTS AT WALTHAM CROSSINGS IN WALTHAM

During the first week in January, Fr. Francis Pham visited Waltham Crossings Assited Living and celebrated Mass and anointed residents of the facility. 

MOSAIC BACKGROUNDS OF ST. THERESE AND ST. ANTHONY

Thanks to Suzanne Baratta Owayda of Mosaic Oasis Studio & Supply, Tom Anderson of Tom Anderson Tile Contracting and Beau Schless of Schless Studio for the design and installation of the back drop of St. Therese of Lisieux and St. Anthony.

Also many thanks to the Sanctuary Committee for volunteering to oversee both mosaic projects the past several months and especially to parishioners who donated the necessary funds to the Church Building Fund for making the project successful.  Special thanks to Lou Alvarez who volunteered extensively on working on very specific details.

 

OUR LADY'S ACADEMY CHRISTMAS SHOW

On December 16 and 17, Our Lady’s Academy student body, led by Tom Fallon, the school’s Music Teacher, performed in the annual Christmas Show.  What a great time. 

ST. VINCENT DEPAUL GIVING TREE

The St. Vincent dePaul Conference of Our Lady Comforter of the Afflicted parish wishes to thank everyone for their generous support of the Giving Tree.  This year 372 gifts were collected which assisted 33 local families, 96 family members and 75 Catholic Charities Foster Home children. Below is a picture of some members of Our Lady’s St. Vincent dePaul Society and those assisting last Sunday, December 15 in collecting the gifts from the Giving Tree and distributing them to those in need.  Again, thank you for your kindness and generosity.  Merry Christmas!

CONFIRMATION FIELD TRIP TO SEAPORT SHRINE AND SPIRIT OF BOSTON CRUISE

On December 14, Grades 9 and 10 joined Fr. DiPerri on an Advent Pilgrimage and Spirit of Boston Field Trip.  The day started with Adoration at the Our Lady of Good Voyage Seaport Shrine and then continued with a cruise on the Spirit of Boston. 

 

ADVENT PROJECT FROM CCD STUDENTS IN GRADES 7 AND 8 FOR THE LELAND HOUSE ASSISTED LIVING IN WALTHAM

Along with teachers Maria Caso, Claire O’Connell and Lorraine Rielly, the Religious Ed students in grades 7 and 8 made Christmas ornaments, Christmas cards and gift bags to be delivered to Leland House Assisted Living in Waltham bringing some Christmas cheer from Our Lady’s Parish to the residents. 

 

CELEBRATION OF BAPTISM

On Monday, December 9 at the Immaculate Conception 9:00am school Mass, second grader Max Belbase, at his request, was Baptized and Confirmed.  A small party was held in his classroom after the Mass.  Fr. DiPerri then had Max and his family over to the rectory.

 

CONFIRMATION STUDENTS VISIT MEADOW GREEN AND WALTHAM CROSSINGS

On Sunday, December 8, Confirmation students in Grades 9 and 10 brought some Christmas Cheer to Meadow Green Rehabilitation Center and Waltham Crossings Assisted Living. The residents sang Christmas Carols with our students who also recited the Readings of the Day and distributed small bottles of holy water. Some of the students and residents tried their hand at a colorful Christmas Craft to decorate their rooms. Thank you to our Confirmation students, teachers and parents for this happy and entertaining morning at both Centers which meant so much to the staff and residents.

 

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA

On Sunday, December 8, our Parish School, Our Lady's Academy hosted its annual Breakfast with Santa. Over 600 people came to the event to enjoy breakfast, pictures with Santa, story time, face painting and great raffle prizes. 

 

 

 

PIZZA PARTY AT THE RECTORY

On Friday, December 6, the Children's Choir and their families, along with choir director's Tom Fallon and Greg Castano, joined Fr. DiPerri at the rectory for a pizza party.  A grea time was had by all.

 

ORDINATION TO THE PRIESTHOOD

On Saturday, November 30, we celebrated Fr. Francis Pham's Ordination into the Priesthood here at Our Lady's with Cardinal Sean O'Malley as celebrant.  What a great day it was.  All church photos of the Ordination are courtesy of George Martell. 

Reception

 

CELEBRATION OF FIRST MASS

On Saturday, November 30 at 5:30pm at Our Lady' Church, Father Francis Huy Duc Pham celebrated his first Mass.  We pray the the Lord will continue to bless Fr. Francis on this next journey of his life.

 

TURKEY-RAMA

Oh what a night! On Saturday, November 23, over 400 people gathered at Our Lady's for our annual Turkey-Rama Fundraiser.  The night was filled with excitement as we kick off the hoilday season.  Over 500 raffles were given away and a good time was had by all. 

 

RETIREMENT LUNCHEON FOR FINANCE MANAGER

On Monday, November 18, Fr. DiPerri, Fr. English, Principal Minor, the parish staff and some parishioners gathered at the rectory with Miriam Dorovski as she retires after six years of service to Our Lady's.  We wish her well and thank her for her dedication and service. 

 

50th ANNIVERSARY

The weekend of November 9/10 we also celebrated the 50th Wedding Anniversary of parishioners.  We wish them many more happy and healthy year's. 

VETERAN'S DAY MASS

On Saturday, November 9 we celebrated our Veteran's at our 4:00pm Mass.  We acknowledged all who were with us that served our country and we remembered all those who gave their lives.  A nice reception was held in the back of church after Mass for all.

 

TV MASS CELEBRATED BY FR. DIPERRI

On Tuesday, November 5, Fr. DiPerri celebrated the TV Mass with Deacon Joe Hubbard and Deacon Francis Pham.  Also in attedance were Fr. DiPerri's family and a few parishioners of Our Lady's.

 

OUR LADY'S ACADEMY TEACHER'S LUNCH AT THE RECTORY

Tuesday, November 5 was Professional Development Day and all the teacher's at Our Lady's Academy joined Fr. DiPerri at the rectory for lunch during their break. 

 

MASS FOR THE DECEASED

On Sunday, November 3, Our Lady's remembered those who have been called home to the Lord since last November at the 11:00am Mass for the Deceased.  During the Mass, the names of all deceased since last November were read aloud and a family member came forward to light a candle in their memory.  This Mass was meant to help those who are grieving and let them know that we as a parish community are hear for them. 

 

VISIT FROM ROWING TEAMS

On Saturday, October 20, the girls row team from Gwynedd Mercy Academy of Gwynedd Valley, PA and the men's row team from LaSalle College were in attendance at the 4:00pm Mass.  They all took part in the Head of the Charles Regatta.  

MARIAN CANDLELIGHT ROSARY SERVICE

On Friday, October 18, we held our Marian Candlelight Rosary Service in the church.  The evening consisted of the recitation of the decades of the rosary enhanced with Marian hymns.  We processed outside to the Blessed Mother statue where the final decade of the rosary was recited. 

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS PASTA SUPPER

The Knights of Columbus held their fall Pasta Supper on Saturday, October 5 at 5:00pm in the school cafeteria. A great time was had with music and dancing with guest entertainer Gary Leanues. 

ROSARY RECITED AT THE BLESSED MOTHER STATUE

On Friday, October 4 at 8:30am, Fr. DiPerri and children from Our Lady's Academy recited the rosary at the Blessed Mother statue outside of the church followed by the first Friday Mass at 9:00am. 

 

BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS

On Tuesday, October 1 at 8:30am all the children in Our Lady's Academy brought their animals, yes, even the stuffed ones, and Fr. DiPerri blessed each and every one of them. There were all kinds of animals; dogs, birds, reptiles.  What a sight!

 

OUR LADY'S CHOIRS - DINNER AT THE RECTORY

On Friday, September 13, approximately 70 from our Adult, Schola and Youth Choirs and their families joined Fr. DiPerri at the rectory for dinner.  They were also joined by Music Director, Greg Castano and Children's Choir Director, Tom Fallon.  A great night was had by all.

 

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS COOKOUT AT THE RECTORY

The Knights of Columbus and their families joined Fr. DiPerri for their annual cookout at the Rectory on Friday, July 12.  Mother Nature was unsure of what to serve at the cookout as for the day she sent sun and rain!  But for the hours of the cookout, she graced us with bright sun and humidity!  A great time was had by all.

 

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR PARISH SCHOOL - OUR LADY'S ACADEMY       2019 Boston Herald's Readers' Choice Awards

The Boston Herald's Readers' Choice Awards covers the Boston market and surrounding areas.  This event begins in May with printed ballots in the Boston Herald newspaper.  They also opened the voting to their digital readers through BostonHerald.com.  Votes are compiled and the first place winners are notified and listed in the special Winners section of the Boston Herald at the end of June.  Our Lady's Academy was a two-fold winner, winning for the Pre-School, as well as Private School, Grades 1-8.  What a great accomplishment. 

 

VISIT TO THE NEWLY RENOVATED CATHEDRAL OF THE HOLY CROSS SATURDAY, JUNE 29, 2019

A group of 50 visited the newly renovated Cathedral of the Holy Cross on Saturday, June 29 with Deacon Joe Hubbard and Fr. DiPerri in honor of Saints Peter and Paul.  What a beautiful trip.  The updates to the Cathedral are simply breath taking.  Deacon Joe held Adoration in the Chapel.  While the pictures are very nice, they do not do it justice.  After the visit and Adoration, all went to Maggiano's Restaurant for lunch.  A great time was had by all.  

 

ADORATION/PRAYER SERVICE

Deacon Joe Hubbard led Adoration, a Prayer Service, Reflection and a Eucharistic Procession to celebrate the Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus on Friday, June 28.

 

THE MOST HOLY BODY AND BLOOD OF CHRIST (CORPUS CHRISTI)

On Sunday, June 23 at the 11:00am Mass, we celebrated the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ during Mass and concluded with a procession to the Blessed Mother statue outside where the Monstrance was placed on the stone altar.  During the Mass, we also celebrated the Baptism of Kolyn Ward.  During the procession, Kolyn was blessed in front of the Monstrance on the stone altar by Fr. DiPerri.

 

YOUNG ADULTS DINNER AT THE RECTORY

Young adults, ages 21-35, joined Deacon Joe Hubbard and Fr. DiPerri at the rectory for dinner on Friday, June 21.  

 

FRANCISCAN RETREAT CENTER

Cardinal Sean with Boston Seminarians at the Franciscan Retreat Center in Kennebunkport, Maine from June 17-20, 2019

 

OUR LADY'S ACADEMY FACULTY ADORATION/REFLECTION

On Wednesday, June 5, Fr. DiPerri led an Adoration/Reflection time for Our Lady's Faculty as they come to the end of their academic year.  A time to unwind, think about the year and be thankful.

 

OUR LADY'S GRADE 8 GRADUATION

Congratulations to Our Lady's Academy Class of 2019.  Last Tuesday, June 4 our 8th Graders graduated and get ready to move onto High School.  We wish them well as they begin the next journey of their lives.  We remind them to always keep Jesus first and foremost and know they are always welcome at Our Lady's.

 

RE-DEDICATION OF FALZONE FIELD PARKACROSS FROM OUR LADY'S

On Tuesday, May 21, Fr. DiPerri and Our Lady's Choir, led by Music Teacher Mr. Tom Fallon, sang at the placing of the wreath for the annual re-dedication of Falzone Field. 

 

ARCHDIOCESAN SCOUTING MASS, SUNDAY, MAY 19, 2019

This past Sunday, Fr. Paul Soper celebrated Mass here at Our Lady's for the Boys and Girls Scouts and their families at 2:00pm.  We congratulate all of the achievements of young Scouts of young Scouts, the teen award recipients and the adult volunteers invested in Catholic Scouting.  Some pictures below of the day.

 

DINNER AT THE RECTORY FOR BASKETBALL COACHES, MAY 18, 2019

This past Saturday, a delegation from Our Lady's Academy Wildcats Basketball coaches and families attended dinner at the rectory with Fr. DiPerri.  Unfortunately all were not able to make it, but we thank all who give of their time and talent to help make Our Lady's basketball program a success.

FIRST COMMUNIONS - Sunday, May 5, 2019