Upcoming Events Section
Dear Parishioners,
Due to the inclement weather expected during the afternoon of Sunday, January 25th, we have decided to postpone the 150th Anniversary Luncheon to a later date to be determined.
We will keep you informed of the new date for the luncheon.
The Bilingual Mass scheduled for that day at 11:00 a.m. will still take place.
May you be safe in all your travels,
Fr. Bert Proulx
Administrator
Events in January 2026
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Adult Choir Practice- Thursday, January 8th at 7:30PM
Adult Choir Practice is held on Thursady, January 8th from 7:30PM to 8:30PM in the lower chapel of the Church.
If you have any interest to join the adult choir, please contact our Director of Sacred Music, Paula Lowell, Paula@stmikes.org
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Adult Confirmation Classes Begin in February- REGISTER HERE
You Are Never Too Old To Get Confirmed!
Confirmation Classes for Adults in 2026
February 5th, Thursday, 7:00PM
February 12th, Thursday, 7:00PM
February 19th, Thursday, 7:00PM
February 26th Thursday, 7:00PM
These adult Confirmation classes are for adult Catholics who have been baptized and received their First Communion, but have not been confirmed.
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Knights of Columbus Monthly Meeting - Tuesday, January 13th at 6:30PM
Council #81, the local Knights of Columbus meet on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6:30PM at Saint Matthias Parish Hall, 409 Hemenway Street in Marlborough MA. Enter through the door in the back of Saint Matthias Church.
If you are 18 years or older, please consider joining a great team of men, placing faith into action!
Contact Brendan Butler at 607-233-5436 for more information.
Throughout each year, the Knights contribute with their time, talent and treasure. All of which help benefit and improve our Church communities and the local communities.
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Faith Formation- Wednesday, January 14th at 6:00PM
We welcome Michael Nicholson as guest speaker for a night of faith formation for adults.
As Catholics, we are called to continue with learning more about our faith.
Please join us on Wednesday, January 14th from 6:00PM to 7:00PM in the upper Church.
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9 Days for Life Novena- Starts on January 16th thru January 24th
9 Days for Life is a multi-faceted novena for the respect and protection of human life.
Each day, a different intention is accompanied by a short reflection, suggested actions, and related information.
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Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children- Thursday, January 22nd
Thursday, January 22nd is the annual "Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children" observed by the Catholic Church in the United States.
This day is set aside to pray for the legal protection of human life and to do penance for the violations to human dignity caused through abortion.
We are called to observe this day through prayer and penance.
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Special 150th Anniversary Mass and Luncheon- Sunday, January 25th at 11:00AM
Saint Michael Parish is celebrating its 150th Anniversary in 2026.
We will start this year's celebration with a bilingual Mass on Sunday January 25th at 11:00AM.
(We are combining the 10:00AM English Mass and the 11:30AM Portuguese/Brazilian Mass to celebrate together at 11:00AM)
THE LUNCHEON HAS BEEN POSTPONED DUE TO THE WEATHER FORECAST. THE MASS WILL CONTINUE AT 11:00AM
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Blessing of the the Throats- Saturday January 31st and Sunday February1st
On January 31st and February 1st, Blessing of the throats occur at all weekend Masses.
The memory of Saint Blaise, a man of obscure origins, stands behind one of the most enduring healing traditions in all of Christianity.
In the holy name of Blaise, two candles are crossed, X-shaped, and pressed against the neck to ward off and cure diseases of the throat.
Dear Parishioners,
Due to the inclement weather expected during the afternoon of Sunday, January 25th, we have decided to postpone the 150th Anniversary Luncheon to a later date to be determined.
We will keep you informed of the new date for the luncheon.
The Bilingual Mass scheduled for that day at 11:00 a.m. will still take place.
May you be safe in all your travels,
Fr. Bert Proulx
Administrator
Events in February 2026- Lent Begins February 18th
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Adult Confirmation Classes Begin in February- REGISTER HERE
You Are Never Too Old To Get Confirmed!
Confirmation Classes for Adults in 2026
February 5th, Thursday, 7:00PM
February 12th, Thursday, 7:00PM
February 19th, Thursday, 7:00PM
February 26th Thursday, 7:00PM
These adult Confirmation classes are for adult Catholics who have been baptized and received their First Communion, but have not been confirmed.
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Eucharistic Adoration and Confession- All Saturdays at 9:30AM
Join us for Eucharistic Adoration and Confession immediatley after the Saturday 9:00AM Mass. All are welcome.
Reconciliation/Confessions are from 9:30AM to 10:30AM on Saturdays.
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Sunday Coffee Social- All Sundays, 9:00AM to 10:00AM
Join us for coffee, pastries, and fellowship immediately following the 8:00AM Mass.
All are welcome to join us on the ground floor of the Parish Center.
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Children's Liturgy of the Word Resumes- Sundays at the 8:00AM Mass
A team of volunteers offers a Children's Liturgy of the Word in the lower chapel of the church while the adults hear the usual readings at the 8:00AM Mass.
No signup is required.
Suggested age range: 5 to 9 years old
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Eucharistic Adoration and Confession- Friday, February 6th at 6:00PM
On the first Friday of each month, Eucharistic Adoration is held at
- 6:00PM to 7:00PM in the upper church and
- 8:00PM to 9:00PM in the lower chapel of the church
The Real Presence of Christ invites us to adoration of the reserved Blessed Sacrament displayed in a monstrance before us.
We encourage you to pray and spend quiet time with Christ our Lord.
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Eucharistic Adoration and Confession- Saturday, February 7th at 9:30AM
Join us for Eucharistic Adoration and Confession immediatley after the Saturday 9:00AM Mass. All are welcome.
Reconciliation/Confessions are from 9:30AM to 10:30AM on Saturdays.
The Real Presence of Christ invites us to adoration of the reserved Blessed Sacrament displayed in a monstrance before us.
We encourage you to pray and spend quiet time with Christ our Lord.
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St. Vincent de Paul Monthly Meeting- Saturday, February 7th at 5:00pm
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is a Catholic charitable organization, dedicated to the service of those in need. The Society helps the needy regardless of their creed, ethnic, or social background via person-to-person contact.
All are welcome to attend our monthly meeting on Saturday after the Mass to learn more about our organization.
Please join us in our ministry of helping those in need.
We meet in the Saint Michael Parish Center.
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Knights of Columbus Monthly Meeting - Tuesday, February 10th at 6:30PM
Council #81, the local Knights of Columbus meet on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6:30PM at Saint Matthias Parish Hall, 409 Hemenway Street in Marlborough MA. Enter through the door in the back of Saint Matthias Church.
If you are 18 years or older, please consider joining a great team of men, placing faith into action!
Contact Brendan Butler at 607-233-5436 for more information.
Throughout each year, the Knights contribute with their time, talent and treasure. All of which help benefit and improve our Church communities and the local communities.
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Eucharistic Adoration and Confession- Saturday, February 14th at 9:30AM
Join us for Eucharistic Adoration and Confession immediatley after the Saturday 9:00AM Mass. All are welcome.
Reconciliation/Confessions are from 9:30AM to 10:30AM on Saturdays.
The Real Presence of Christ invites us to adoration of the reserved Blessed Sacrament displayed in a monstrance before us.
We encourage you to pray and spend quiet time with Christ our Lord.
Events in February 2026- Lent Begins February 18th
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Adult Confirmation Classes Begin in February- REGISTER HERE
You Are Never Too Old To Get Confirmed!
Confirmation Classes for Adults in 2026
February 5th, Thursday, 7:00PM
February 12th, Thursday, 7:00PM
February 19th, Thursday, 7:00PM
February 26th Thursday, 7:00PM
These adult Confirmation classes are for adult Catholics who have been baptized and received their First Communion, but have not been confirmed.
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Ash Wednesday, Beginning of Lent- Wednesday, February 18th
Ash Wednesday is one of the most popular and important holy days in the Liturgical Year. Ash Wednesday opens Lent, a season of Fasting and Prayer.
Ash Wednesday takes place 46 days before Easter Sunday, and is observed by Catholics.
Mass Times for Ash Wednesday
7:00am (English)
9:00am (English)
7:00pm (English)
8:00pm (Portuguese), Lower Chapel
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The Season of Lent is February 18th through April 1st 2026
The season of Lent is a Catholic Liturgical Season that is the forty days before Easter consisting of Fasting, Prayer, Almsgiving beginning on Ash Wednesday(February 18th) and concluding at sundown on Holy Thursday.
Lent ends when the evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper on Holy Thursday begins.
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Eucharistic Adoration and Confession- Saturday, February 21st at 9:30AM
Join us for Eucharistic Adoration and Confession immediatley after the Saturday 9:00AM Mass. All are welcome.
Reconciliation/Confessions are from 9:30AM to 10:30AM on Saturdays.
The Real Presence of Christ invites us to adoration of the reserved Blessed Sacrament displayed in a monstrance before us.
We encourage you to pray and spend quiet time with Christ our Lord.
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Eucharistic Adoration and Confession- Saturday, February 28th at 9:30AM
Join us for Eucharistic Adoration and Confession immediatley after the Saturday 9:00AM Mass. All are welcome.
Reconciliation/Confessions are from 9:30AM to 10:30AM on Saturdays.
The Real Presence of Christ invites us to adoration of the reserved Blessed Sacrament displayed in a monstrance before us.
We encourage you to pray and spend quiet time with Christ our Lord.
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Easter Season Begins April 5th thru May 24th
The Easter Season- Begins April 5th thru May 24th
The Easter season is fifty days from the Sunday of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ to Pentecost Sunday.
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The Season of Lent is February 18th through April 1st 2026
The season of Lent is a Catholic Liturgical Season that is the forty days before Easter consisting of Fasting, Prayer, Almsgiving beginning on Ash Wednesday(February 18th) and concluding at sundown on Holy Thursday.
Lent ends when the evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper on Holy Thursday begins.
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Adult Confirmation Classes Begin in February 2026- REGISTER HERE
You Are Never Too Old To Get Confirmed!
Confirmation Classes for Adults in 2026
February 5th, Thursday, 7:00PM
February 12th, Thursday, 7:00PM
February 19th, Thursday, 7:00PM
February 26th Thursday, 7:00PM
These adult Confirmation classes are for adult Catholics who have been baptized and received their First Communion, but have not been confirmed.
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Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children- January 22nd, 2026List Item 1
Thursday, January 22nd is the annual "Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children" observed by the Catholic Church in the United States.
This day is set aside to pray for the legal protection of human life and to do penance for the violations to human dignity caused through abortion.
We are called to observe this day through prayer and penance.
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Pope Saint John Paul XXIII, National Seminary
God Needs Priests. Is He Calling You?
Pope Saint John XXIII National Seminary is a Catholic professional and graduate theological institution dedicated uniquely to the preparation of seminarians 30 years of age and older responding to a call to priestly ministry.
Our program fosters the human, spiritual, intellectual, and pastoral formation of its seminarians. We especially respect and utilize the life experiences and accomplishments of our mature seminarians, as we prepare them for priestly ministry.
Since 1964 our Seminary has been acclaimed for offering quality formation specifically suited for the adult learner. Currently, our 700+ alumni serve throughout the world.
Visit the National Seminary's website for questions you may have.
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The Christmas Season- December 25th through January 11th
The liturgical season of Christmas begins with the vigil Masses on Christmas Eve and concludes on the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord.
During this season, we celebrate the birth of Christ into our world and into our hearts, and reflect on the gift of salvation that is born with him…including the fact that he was born to die for us.
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Advent Season
The Advent Season is November 30th, 2025 through the morning of December 24th, 2025
Beginning the Church's liturgical year, Advent, from the Latin word "ad-venire" meaning "to come to", is the season encompassing the four Sundays and weekdays leading up to the celebration of Christmas.
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Newly Canonized Saints, September 7th, 2025
On September 7th, 2025 at the first canonization Mass of his pontificate, Pope Leo XIV proclaimed Carlo Acutis and Pier Giorgio Frassati saints, praising their devotion to the Eucharist, prayer and serving the poor.
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Pope Leo XIV
Francis Cardinal Prevost as the 267th Bishop of Rome.
The 69-year-old Robert Francis Prevost is from the northern part of the American continent, though he spent many years as a missionary in Peru before being elected head of the Augustinians for two consecutive terms.
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Saint Michael Parish's Lent Calendar
Get the 2025 Lent Calendar to help with your preparation for the Lord's Passion, Death and Resurrection.
This is a list of the Important parish events and parish information for Lent and Holy Week.
