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SUMMARY:Discipling Youth Zoom Series: Ministering to Youth of Various Cultures
DESCRIPTION:Please join us the second Thursday of every month (October-May) for Discipling Youth Zoom Series covering a variety of topics. \nApril 9: Ministering to Youth of Various Cultures \nRegister for the series on Zoom and select the sessions of interest to you.
URL:https://www.evangelizeboston.com/event/discipling-youth-zoom-series-ministering-to-youth-of-various-cultures/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Faith Formation,Catechist Formation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rosemary Maffei":MAILTO:rmaffei@rcab.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193512
CREATED:20260218T184827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T211213Z
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SUMMARY:Taking the Next Step: Understanding the Meaning & Methods of NFP
DESCRIPTION:If you have some knowledge of Natural Family Planning but don’t feel confident enough yet to choose a method or an instructor\, this complimentary workshop is for you. Join certified NFP instructors Christen and Amy as they unpack the theology behind\, and science involved in natural family planning. You will learn more about tracking your cycle\, charting for fertility\, how to choose a method and an instructor\, and more\, all to assist you in taking the next steps toward practicing NFP. \nThe Zoom link will be emailed to all registrants the week of the program. \n 
URL:https://www.evangelizeboston.com/event/taking-the-next-step-understanding-the-meaning-methods-of-nfp/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Family Life Ministry,NFP Week,Marriage Enrichment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emily Elliott":MAILTO:marriageprep@rcab.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193512
CREATED:20251027T182817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T172618Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Mass with Persons with Disabilities and the Deaf
DESCRIPTION:The Archdiocese of Boston invites you to join us for a Mass with persons with disabilities and the Deaf community. The Mass will be celebrated by Bishop Cristiano Barbosa. A reception with light refreshments will be held after the Mass across the street in the gym of Cathedral High School. \nThis Mass will be accessible for all and include a sensory-friendly space\, ASL interpreters\, Braille and large print worship aids. \nA designated drop off and pick up location will be available at 74 Union Park St. by the wheelchair ramp/Our Lady’s Chapel. Staff will be available to assist guests into the Cathedral. Some handicapped parking will be reserved at Cathedral High School parking lot (across from 10 Waltham St. Boston) and on Washington Street and Union Park St. 
URL:https://www.evangelizeboston.com/event/annual-mass-with-persons-with-disabilities-and-the-deaf/
LOCATION:Cathedral of the Holy Cross\, 1400 Washington Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02118\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Life Ministry,Ministry with Persons with Disabilities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Dinsmore":MAILTO:michael_dinsmore@rcab.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193512
CREATED:20260310T195640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T204852Z
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SUMMARY:Parish Admin Professional Appreciation Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that as the person who is most often the first point of contact and the person responsible for any or all of the administrative tasks for the parish/collaborative you have an essential impact on the mission of the Church? For that and more\, we are so grateful to you! \nWe would like to cordially invite you (administrative assistants) to our Parish Admin Professional Appreciation Luncheon to celebrate you\, introduce you to other administrative professionals within our Archdiocese\, connect you with resources/people at the Pastoral Center\, and reflect on your vital role in the Church’s mission. \nWithin the month of April (during which Administrative Professionals’ Day is celebrated)\, we are hosting 2 celebrations on different dates/at different locations. Please choose the one that is most convenient for you!
URL:https://www.evangelizeboston.com/event/parish-admin-professional-appreciation-luncheon-4-15/
LOCATION:Pastoral Center\, 66 Brooks Drive\, Braintree\, MA\, 02184\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parish Ministry
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rosemary Maffei":MAILTO:rmaffei@rcab.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193512
CREATED:20251210T202719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T195534Z
UID:10001103-1776340800-1776348000@www.evangelizeboston.com
SUMMARY:Parish Admin Professional Appreciation Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that as the person who is most often the first point of contact and the person responsible for any or all of the administrative tasks for the parish/collaborative you have an essential impact on the mission of the Church? For that and more\, we are so grateful to you! \nWe would like to cordially invite you (administrative assistants) to our Parish Admin Professional Appreciation Luncheon to celebrate you\, introduce you to other administrative professionals within our Archdiocese\, connect you with resources/people at the Pastoral Center\, and reflect on your vital role in the Church’s mission. \nWithin the month of April (during which Administrative Professionals’ Day is celebrated)\, we are hosting 2 celebrations on different dates/at different locations. Please choose the one that is most convenient for you!
URL:https://www.evangelizeboston.com/event/parish-admin-professional-appreciation-luncheon-4-16/
LOCATION:St. Eulalia Parish\, 50 Ridget St.\, Winchester\, MA\, 01890
CATEGORIES:Parish Ministry
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rosemary Maffei":MAILTO:rmaffei@rcab.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260424
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260426
DTSTAMP:20260403T193512
CREATED:20250716T121526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T155111Z
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SUMMARY:Marriage Prep Workshop - April 2026
DESCRIPTION:Transformed in Love is the marriage preparation workshop of the Archdiocese of Boston for engaged couples and those seeking a convalidation after civil marriage. This workshop is in person. \nDATE/TIME:  \nFriday\, April 24 from 6:30-9:45pm  \nSaturday\, April 25 from 9:00am-4:00pm  \nREGISTRATION: 1 ticket per couple. The $200 cost includes registration\, meals\, couple workbooks\, resources\, Mass\, Sacrament of Reconciliation\, and certificate of completion. A follow-up email with more details will arrive 7 days prior to the workshop. \nPayment is by credit card. Financial assistance is available by contacting Liz Cotrupi.
URL:https://www.evangelizeboston.com/event/marriage-prep-workshop-april-2026/
CATEGORIES:Transformed in Love,Family Life Ministry
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ORGANIZER;CN="Program Assistant for Marriage Ministry":MAILTO:marriageprep@rcab.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193512
CREATED:20260225T134845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T171301Z
UID:10001083-1777710600-1777723200@www.evangelizeboston.com
SUMMARY:Morning for Christian Mental Health Professionals
DESCRIPTION:The Family Life team invites all Christian and Catholic mental health professionals to our 2nd annual Morning for Mental Health Professionals on Saturday\, May 2nd from 8:30AM-12PM at the Pastoral Center\, Braintree.  Check-in and breakfast begin at 8:30 AM; the program kicks off at 9:00. Dr. Janice LeBel will be the featured speaker and is a psychologist with more than thirty years’ experience in mental health\, child welfare\, juvenile justice\, and intellectual and developmental disability populations. She oversees a statewide system of inpatient and secure residential care for children and adolescents. Join other professionals in your field over breakfast with time to pray\, connect\, and exchange ideas together. Mass in the chapel will conclude the gathering. This program is free of charge; registration is required. \n 
URL:https://www.evangelizeboston.com/event/morning-for-christian-and-catholic-mental-health-professionals/
LOCATION:Pastoral Center\, 66 Brooks Drive\, Braintree\, MA\, 02184\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Life Ministry,Mental Health Professionals
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emily Elliott":MAILTO:marriageprep@rcab.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193512
CREATED:20251124T143521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T190410Z
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SUMMARY:Discover Catechesis of the Good Shepherd
DESCRIPTION:Wondering what Catechesis of the Good Shepherd is all about?\nMaybe you’ve heard the name but aren’t quite sure what it means — or how it could transform faith formation in your parish. Join Rebekah Rojewicz for an inspiring session that will open your eyes to this beautiful approach for faith formation rooted in the Montessori method. You’ll discover how it nurtures the spiritual life of children and get a real sense of what bringing it to your parish can look like. \nThe best part? It’s completely free and everyone is welcome! Don’t miss this chance to learn\, connect\, and imagine new possibilities for your community. \nChoose the time that works best for you — each session offers the same great content! \nMay 6\, 2026 at 10:00 to 1:30 with lunch at St. Theresa in North Reading or 6:30-8:30pm at St. Benedict Classical Academy.
URL:https://www.evangelizeboston.com/event/discover-catechesis-of-the-good-shepherd/
LOCATION:St. Theresa North Reading\, 63 Winter St\, North Reading\, MA\, 01864
CATEGORIES:Faith Formation,Catechist Formation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Melissa Kalpakgian":MAILTO:mkalpakgian@rcab.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193512
CREATED:20251124T143518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T191626Z
UID:10001090-1778092200-1778099400@www.evangelizeboston.com
SUMMARY:Discovering Catechesis of the Good Shepherd
DESCRIPTION:Wondering what Catechesis of the Good Shepherd is all about?\nMaybe you’ve heard Catechesis of the Good Shepherd but aren’t quite sure what it means — or how it could transform faith formation in your parish. Join Rebekah Rojewicz for an inspiring session that will open your eyes to this beautiful approach for faith formation rooted in the Montessori method. You’ll discover how it nurtures the spiritual life of children and get a real sense of what bringing it to your parish can look like. \nThe best part? It’s completely free and everyone is welcome! Don’t miss this chance to learn\, connect\, and imagine new possibilities for your community. \nChoose the time and location that works best for you — each session offers the same great content! \nMay 6\, 2026 at 6:30-8:30PM at St. Benedict Classical Academy or 10:00AM-1:30PM with lunch at St. Theresa Parish in Reading.
URL:https://www.evangelizeboston.com/event/discover-cgs/
LOCATION:St Benedict Classical Academy\, 89 Union Street\, South Natick\, MA\, 01760\, United States
CATEGORIES:Faith Formation,Catechist Formation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Melissa Kalpakgian":MAILTO:mkalpakgian@rcab.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193512
CREATED:20251124T143515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260110T011150Z
UID:10001089-1778180400-1778185800@www.evangelizeboston.com
SUMMARY:Getting Started with Catechesis of the Good Shepherd
DESCRIPTION:Heard about Catechesis of the Good Shepherd but do not know how to begin?\nJoin Rebekah Rojewicz for a Q&A session around how to be formed as a catechists and start an atrium at your parish or school. This session will be on Zoom. \nIt’s completely free and everyone is welcome! Don’t miss this chance to learn\, connect\, and imagine new possibilities for your community. \nRegister at: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/q2uVpKAOR5KbPd_khvpSIg
URL:https://www.evangelizeboston.com/event/get-started-with-cgs/
CATEGORIES:Faith Formation,Catechist Formation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Evangelize Boston":MAILTO:info@evangelizeboston.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193512
CREATED:20251027T200242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T154814Z
UID:10001078-1778612400-1778617800@www.evangelizeboston.com
SUMMARY:Annulments - A Workshop to Promote Understanding & Healing
DESCRIPTION:Family Life\, in collaboration with the Metropolitan Tribunal present Annulments: A Workshop to Promote Understanding and Healing. The goal of this online workshop is to help the faithful and parish leadership understand what an annulment (decree of nullity) is versus the myths long surrounding this topic. We will cover the process and the grounds for an annulment\, how long it takes\, and more. Our hope is that a clearer understanding becomes a pathway to healing through a return to full participation in the sacramental life of the Church.
URL:https://www.evangelizeboston.com/event/understanding-annulments/
LOCATION:Virtual Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Family Life Ministry,Divorce and Separated Support
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Dinsmore":MAILTO:michael_dinsmore@rcab.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193512
CREATED:20250604T204844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T213035Z
UID:10001038-1778785200-1778790600@www.evangelizeboston.com
SUMMARY:Discipling Youth Zoom Series: Your Health as a Minister
DESCRIPTION:Please join us the second Thursday of every month (October-May) for Discipling Youth Zoom Series covering a variety of topics. \nMay 14: Your Health as a Minister with Mike Drahos \nMike Drahos worked in faith formation and youth ministry at the parish and diocesan levels for 9 years before leaving to begin work as a clinical mental health counselor.  He holds an MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Divine Mercy University in addition to an MA in Theology and Christian Ministry from Franciscan University of Steubenville and a BA in Sociology from UMass Lowell. \nRegister for the series on Zoom and select the sessions of interest to you.
URL:https://www.evangelizeboston.com/event/discipling-youth-zoom-series-your-health-as-a-minister/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Faith Formation,Catechist Formation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rosemary Maffei":MAILTO:rmaffei@rcab.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260529
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260531
DTSTAMP:20260403T193512
CREATED:20250716T122227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T132053Z
UID:10001058-1780012800-1780185599@www.evangelizeboston.com
SUMMARY:Marriage Prep Workshop - May 2026
DESCRIPTION:Transformed in Love is the marriage preparation workshop of the Archdiocese of Boston for engaged couples and those seeking a convalidation after civil marriage. This workshop is in person. \nDATE/TIME:  \nFriday\, May 29 from 6:30-9:45pm  \nSaturday\, May 30 from 9:00am-4:00pm  \nREGISTRATION: 1 ticket per couple. The $200 cost includes registration\, meals\, couple workbooks\, resources\, Mass\, Sacrament of Reconciliation\, and certificate of completion. A follow-up email with more details will arrive 7 days prior to the workshop. \nPayment is by credit card. Financial assistance is available by contacting Liz Cotrupi.
URL:https://www.evangelizeboston.com/event/marriage-prep-workshop-may-2026/
LOCATION:Pastoral Center\, 66 Brooks Drive\, Braintree\, MA\, 02184\, United States
CATEGORIES:Transformed in Love,Family Life Ministry
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ORGANIZER;CN="Program Assistant for Marriage Ministry":MAILTO:marriageprep@rcab.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193512
CREATED:20251217T172545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T203215Z
UID:10001105-1780311600-1780322400@www.evangelizeboston.com
SUMMARY:Spring Luncheon for Faith Formation Leaders
DESCRIPTION:Calling all Faith Formation leaders! Join us for our annual end-of-the program year celebration with your colleagues from parishes across the Archdiocese of Boston. \nThis year’s luncheon which will include Mass with Bishop Cristiano Barbosa\, time for socializing/networking\, a meal\, and a talk from Br. Joachim Sanderson\, a Benedictine monk at Saint Benedict Abbey in Still River\, MA. Br. Joachim currently serves as director of maintenance and of buildings and grounds as well as socius to the formation director.
URL:https://www.evangelizeboston.com/event/spring-luncheon-for-faith-formation-leaders-2/
LOCATION:St. Elizabeth\, 350 Reedsdale Rd\, Milton\, MA\, 02186
CATEGORIES:Faith Formation,Spring Luncheon
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rosemary Maffei":MAILTO:rmaffei@rcab.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260723
DTSTAMP:20260403T193512
CREATED:20260317T180617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T180617Z
UID:10001119-1783987200-1784764799@www.evangelizeboston.com
SUMMARY:Marriage Prep Virtual Mini-Series: July 2026
DESCRIPTION:Transformed in Love is the marriage preparation workshop of the Archdiocese of Boston for engaged couples and those civilly married  seeking a convalidation. The workshop is being offered virtually over Zoom. This mini-series is an alternative\, yet equivalent format of our marriage prep also referred to as Pre-Cana. \nDATE/TIME: \n\nJuly 14\, 16\, and 22 from 6:30pm-9:30pm                                                            \n\nREGISTRATION: 1 ticket per couple. The $200 cost includes registration\, couple workbooks\, resources\, and a certificate of completion mailed to the bride’s residence. Zoom links will be sent in a follow-up email 7 days prior to the start of the workshop. \nPayment is by credit card. Financial assistance is available by contacting Liz Cotrupi.
URL:https://www.evangelizeboston.com/event/marriage-prep-virtual-mini-series-july2026/
LOCATION:Virtual Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Transformed in Love,Family Life Ministry
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ORGANIZER;CN="Program Assistant for Marriage Ministry":MAILTO:marriageprep@rcab.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260727
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270719
DTSTAMP:20260403T193512
CREATED:20251124T143455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T185919Z
UID:10001087-1785110400-1815955199@www.evangelizeboston.com
SUMMARY:Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Level 1 Formation
DESCRIPTION:Catechesis of the Good Shepherd helps children enter into a personal\, intimate relationship with Jesus. The children listen to presentations appropriate to their developmental age on scripture and liturgy in a retreat-like environment called the “atrium.” They are given time to respond prayerfully to what they have heard through work with hands-on materials\, free art\, song\, silence\, and communal prayer. \nRegistration is limited to 16 people. Please submit your registration request. You will be contacted when accepted or put on a waiting list. Payment will only be collected once you have been accepted.  \nCourse Objectives: \n\nExplore the religious nature and vital needs of the 3-6 year old child.\nExperience and learn the method and guiding principles of the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd.\nBroaden your ability to observe and learn from children as you listen with them to scripture and deepen your enjoyment of God’s presence.\nReceive guidelines and assistance in preparing the atrium environment\, writing your album of presentations\, and making materials for the children’s work.\nMeditate on all the scriptural and liturgical themes presented to the 3 –6 children allowing you to deepen your relationship with God in Christ.\n\nCertificate: \nThe National Certificate of Completion will be issued upon the completion of Level I\, Parts 1 and 2. The Level I certificate honors your full attendance and participation in the entire Level I course. \nThe course includes at least 90 hours of formation in Scripture\, liturgy\, child development\, the Montessori method\, and the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd approach. Catechists are expected to have read the three books for the course and work with fellow catechists to complete their album pages before the end of the course. \nRequired Reading: \nWe will use three texts for this course. \n\nThe Religious Potential of the Child 3rd edition\, by Sofia Cavalletti\nThe Good Shepherd and the Child: A Joyful Journey by Cavalletti and others\nNurturing the Whole Child by Gianna Gobbi\n\nDates: \nPart I: 2026 \n\nJuly 27-August 1\, 2026\, 9:00-4:30\nAugust 2\, 12:00-4:30*\n\nPart II: 2027 \n\nJuly 11\, 12:00-4:30*\nJuly 12-July 17\, 9:00-4:30\nJuly 18\, 12:00-4:30*\n\n*Lunch provided on Sundays. \nCost: \nWe are grateful for donor funding to support the catechetical formation of our parish catechists that allows us to offer a discount for all parish catechists within the in the Archdiocese of Boston. Once accepted in the course\, you will receive an invoice for payment. \n$350 for those training to be a catechist in a parish atrium within the Archdiocese of Boston\n$750 for everyone else \nFormation Leaders: Barbara Matera & Kristen Kelly \nBarbara Matera recently moved to Boston from Pittsburgh\, where she was a master catechist and lay ecclesial minister for the Diocese of Pittsburgh. She is a catechist of the Good Shepherd for children ages 3-12 and a recognized Formation Leader for adults seeking to work with ages 3-6. Barbara directed CGS at her parish for thirteen years and was president of CGSUSA’s Board of Trustees from 2016-2021. She has a Masters in Religious Education from Duquesne University. \nKristen Kelly is a recognized Level I formation leader who has enjoyed listening to God with children for 15 years in Levels I (3-6)\, II (6 -9)\, III (9-12) and adolescent (12-15) in parish\, school\, and home settings. She has also received formation in the Infant-Toddler level. Kristen co-founded several Level I atria in Washington and California and is currently building up a Level III at her new parish in Massachusetts. She loves the work and prayer of material making and atrium design\, especially with the help of her husband and their five Montessori-educated children.
URL:https://www.evangelizeboston.com/event/cgs-formation/
LOCATION:St. Mary of the Assumption\, Brookline\, 5 Linden Place\, Brookline\, 02445\, United States
CATEGORIES:Faith Formation,Catechist Formation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Melissa Kalpakgian":MAILTO:mkalpakgian@rcab.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTSTAMP:20260403T193512
CREATED:20260317T175606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T181213Z
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SUMMARY:Marriage Prep Workshop - September 2026
DESCRIPTION:Transformed in Love is the marriage preparation workshop of the Archdiocese of Boston for engaged couples and those seeking a convalidation after civil marriage. This workshop is in person. \nDATE/TIME:  \nFriday\, September 11 from 6:30-9:45pm  \nSaturday\, September 12 from 9:00am-4:00pm  \nREGISTRATION: 1 ticket per couple. The $200 cost includes registration\, meals\, couple workbooks\, resources\, Mass\, Sacrament of Reconciliation\, and certificate of completion. A follow-up email with more details will arrive 7 days prior to the workshop. \nPayment is by credit card. Financial assistance is available by contacting Liz Cotrupi.
URL:https://www.evangelizeboston.com/event/marriage-prep-workshop-september2026/
LOCATION:Pastoral Center\, 66 Brooks Drive\, Braintree\, MA\, 02184\, United States
CATEGORIES:Transformed in Love,Family Life Ministry
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ORGANIZER;CN="Program Assistant for Marriage Ministry":MAILTO:marriageprep@rcab.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261023
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261025
DTSTAMP:20260403T193512
CREATED:20260108T200448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T200448Z
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SUMMARY:Marriage Prep Workshop - October 2026 Wrentham
DESCRIPTION:Transformed in Love is the marriage preparation workshop of the Archdiocese of Boston for engaged couples and those seeking a convalidation after civil marriage. This workshop is in person at St. Mary Parish Hall at 130 South Street\, in Wrentham.  \nDATE/TIME: \nFriday\, October 23 from 6:00pm-9:30pm (Supper at 5:30) \nSaturday\, October 24 from 9:00am-6pm (Begins with light breakfast) \nREGISTRATION: 1 ticket per couple. The $215 cost includes registration\, meals\, couple workbooks\, resources\, Mass\, and certificate of completion. A follow-up email with more details will arrive 10 days prior to the workshop. \nPayment is by credit card. For financial assistance contact Deacon Joe Flocco at St. Mary in Wrentham.
URL:https://www.evangelizeboston.com/event/marriage-prep-workshop-october-2026-wrentham/
LOCATION:St. Mary Parish Hall Wrentham\, 130 South St.\, Wrentham\, 02093
CATEGORIES:Transformed in Love,Family Life Ministry
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ORGANIZER;CN="Program Assistant for Marriage Ministry":MAILTO:marriageprep@rcab.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193512
CREATED:20260324T172354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T172354Z
UID:10001121-1792940400-1792945800@www.evangelizeboston.com
SUMMARY:Annual Wedding Anniversary Mass
DESCRIPTION:Archbishop Richard Henning invites all couples celebrating their 10th\, 25th\, 50th or other milestone wedding anniversaries to attend the Annual Wedding Anniversary Mass on Sunday\, October 25th at 3:00 PM at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross in Boston. The couple will renew their marriage commitment and receive a special blessing. Please select one ticket per couple. \nThere will be an opportunity for photos after the Mass. All family and friends are welcome to attend; guests do not need to register. Information on parking options will be mailed out to registered guests and included here this fall. For more information please see our Frequently Asked Questions file. To arrange for an ASL interpreter for the hearing impaired\, or for any other questions\, please email marriageprep@rcab.org. \n 
URL:https://www.evangelizeboston.com/event/annual-wedding-anniversary-mass-5/
LOCATION:Cathedral of the Holy Cross\, 1400 Washington Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02118\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Wedding Anniversary Mass,Marriage Enrichment
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ORGANIZER;CN="marriageprep@rcab.org":MAILTO:marriageprep@rcab.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261108
DTSTAMP:20260403T193512
CREATED:20260317T181247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T181247Z
UID:10001120-1793923200-1794095999@www.evangelizeboston.com
SUMMARY:Marriage Prep Workshop - November 2026
DESCRIPTION:Transformed in Love is the marriage preparation workshop of the Archdiocese of Boston for engaged couples and those seeking a convalidation after civil marriage. This workshop is in person. \nDATE/TIME:  \nFriday\, November 6 from 6:30-9:45pm  \nSaturday\, November 7 from 9:00am-4:00pm  \nREGISTRATION: 1 ticket per couple. The $200 cost includes registration\, meals\, couple workbooks\, resources\, Mass\, Sacrament of Reconciliation\, and certificate of completion. A follow-up email with more details will arrive 7 days prior to the workshop. \nPayment is by credit card. Financial assistance is available by contacting Liz Cotrupi.
URL:https://www.evangelizeboston.com/event/marriage-prep-workshop-november2026/
LOCATION:Pastoral Center\, 66 Brooks Drive\, Braintree\, MA\, 02184\, United States
CATEGORIES:Transformed in Love,Family Life Ministry
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ORGANIZER;CN="Program Assistant for Marriage Ministry":MAILTO:marriageprep@rcab.org
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