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This year’s Celebration of the Priesthood dinner will take place on Wednesday, September 18th at the Omni Seaport Hotel in Boston. We love to see strong parish participation at this wonderful event. Like last year, parishes can buy a full table of 10 for $4,000 or split a table with another parish for $2,000 each. Please consider this as you plan your budgets for FY25. More information about this year’s Celebration of the Priesthood will be sent to all parishes in mid-late June.

The Department of Labor has published a new final rule, which is effective July 1, 2024.

Exercise caution and discretion in dealing with matters related to candidates, issues, and public endorsements of particular candidates and issues. All 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organizations are strictly prohibited from engaging in any political campaign intervention (i.e., any activity showing support or opposition for a candidate for public office)

Do you want to know how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders? Mental Health First Aid training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial help and support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem or experiencing a crisis.

On May 11, a Mass celebrating the first Communion of 60 children at a Catholic church in Louisiana was interrupted when a 16-year-old boy armed with a gun walked in.

Open Enrollment for the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Boston Health and Dental Plans begins on Monday, May 13.

Funding 3M Security Film for glass entry doors and up to $7,500 for safety and security improvements detailed in letter.

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Each year, from May 6 to May 12, communities across the country recognize the invaluable work of nurses during National Nurses Week. This week is an important opportunity for you to honor nurses for their compassion, quality care and commitment to recognizing that every person is a treasure, every life a sacred gift and every human being a unity of body, mind and spirit. Let's take a moment to show our appreciation and recognize the significance of their work by sending a personal note of gratitude. Please see more information on faith community nursing; please pass on to the nurses in your parish.