God has given each one of us special gifts, unique graces that make unique individuals of each of us. He calls us to be good stewards of those gifts by giving of our time, talent and treasure to enrich our community, and particularly to help all who are in need. A Christian Steward is defined by the National Conference of Catholic Bishops as: “One who receives God’s gifts gratefully, cherishes and tends them in a responsible and accountable manner, shares them in justice and love with others, and returns them with increase to the Lord.”
You are invited to join us in serving one another as a community of faith by participating in one of our many parish activities, listed below and throughout this web site. Call our staff at the Parish Center (978) 531-0002, or the ministry contacts listed, to share your gifts of time and/or talent with our parish community.
Around the Parish
Devotional Groups: These are groups of parishioners who gather for prayer, fellowship and service on a regular basis.
True Devotion: Gathers to deepen devotion to the Blessed Virgin on Monday evenings
Charismatic Prayer Group: Pray and grow in the Holy Spirit on Thursday evenings. Contact Richard De Francesco: richdefran@verizon.netrichdefran@verizon.net.
Ladies Sodality: An organization for Catholic women who meet each month for Mass and gather for discussion on topics of interest to members. Contact Phyllis Boyd: (978) 531-1232
Youth Ministry: Brings Junior High and High School age youth together for prayer, friendship, growth experiences and service to the parish and community. Contact the Parish Center (978) 531-0002
Hospitality Committee: Organizes social events such as coffee after Mass, seasonal gatherings and receptions after liturgical celebrations. Contact Rick DeSanctis at (978) 303-5008 Families with Kids Committee: Seeks and finds new ways to help parents with small children feel at home in our church. Help make our worship space more child-friendly with new ideas! Contact Tina Smith: (978) 532-2317
Stewardship Committee: Draws people into dozens of parish-based groups and activities that serve others. We want to develop new ways to involve more people in the mission of the church. Contact is Fr. John at the Parish Center Repair and Improvement Team: Keeps the parish property in good order by taking on projects such as painting, small repairs, and carpentry. They helped renovate the church hall, parish center and rectory hall. Talents of all kinds and levels are welcome. Contact Mike Ryan: (978) 531-7961
Artists and Designers: Are creative and talented people who can generate graphics for posters, flyers, and communications. Contact Fr. John at the Parish Center (978) 531-0002
Gardening and Landscaping: Have a “green” thumb or just like getting your hands full of soil? Come join us to help make our parish grounds beautiful! Please call the parish center (978) 531-0002 or Elaine Stonkus at (978) 826-7515
Annual Parish Fair: Brings together hundreds of parishioners each fall to make or sell items, prepare or sell baked goods or lunch, and offer children’s crafts. This team organizes the largest fundraiser of the year. Please contact the Parish Center staff at (978) 531-0002
Parish Archives: Preserves our long and rich history. We collect, protect and catalog historical church records and photos. Please contact Pauline Brennan at (978) 532-5142
For the Larger Community
Sister Parish San Pablo, Our Sister Parish: Click on the link to Stations of the Cross to view the story of our gift of the Stations of the Cross - December 2007.
Become a part of our parish outreach to our sisters and brothers in the Dominican Republic by participating in a parish trip, hosting a student, raising funds for special projects or provisions, or assisting with hands-on work in the community of San Pablo de Apostol. Contact Pat Adam by telephone at:
(978) 532-1083, or by way of email at: rpcadam@comcast.net
Our Sister Parish, Nidia’s House: Click here to view the photos that inspired our new sister parish fundraiser. The group that visited there in January were led to the poorest member of that parish community, the Nidia Mayi family. One look at their existing home will explain why this new construction project is being undertaken. Please see our latest inspirational Photoshow of our Parish visit to the orphanage in Salcedo, Dominican Republic, our sister parish, in April, and please visit our web page, Our Sister Parish, San Pablo de Aposto, detailing past and upcoming events in service of our Sister Parish.
Respect Life Committee: Develop ways to raise awareness of and support for the right to life of all: young, old, and unborn. Contact Marcelle O’Hara: (978) 531-7211
St. Vincent de Paul Society: Assist people in need with food vouchers and financial aid for emergencies. Provide food baskets at Thanksgiving and toys at Christmas. Run a food pantry the last Sunday of every month in the Parish Center (9:00AM – 1:00PM). Contact Lorraine Adams: (978) 532-2898
English as Second Language (ESL) : Empowers people by teaching English to our non-English speaking parishioners either as a tutor or classroom teacher. Contact Nino de la Cruz
Haven From Hunger Teams: Purchase, prepare and serve meals at the Haven from Hunger on a monthly basis. Contact Rose Bevins: (978) 531-9481
Peabody Catholic Collaborative: Work with other parishes to address common issues: Contact Tom Serino: (978) 531-4106
Saint John’s Thrift Shop: Team recycles donated clothing and household items. Help sort contributions to be sold in our store. Please visit the Thrift Shop Web Site at: http://www.saintjohnsthriftshop.info, or contact Jane Harris: (978) 531-8659.
We welcome whatever you can volunteer!
Please note that all Parish Volunteers, like all Parish Clergy and Staff, are subject to the Code of Ministerial Behavior for the Archdiocese of Boston. Please click the Code of Ministerial Behavior button below to review that Code of Behavior promulgated by the Archdiocese.
God has given each one of us special gifts, unique graces that make unique individuals of each of us. He calls us to be good stewards of those gifts by giving of our time, talent and treasure to enrich our community, and particularly to help all who are in need. A Christian Steward is defined by the National Conference of Catholic Bishops as: “One who receives God’s gifts gratefully, cherishes and tends them in a responsible and accountable manner, shares them in justice and love with others, and returns them with increase to the Lord.”
