Thirty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time


"Corpus Christi-St. Bernard Parish is a Catholic Faith Community centered in the Eucharistic Celebration. We give witness to our Baptismal Promises and commit ourselves to Learn, Love, and Live the message of Jesus Christ."


1523 Washington St.

West Newton, MA 02465

617-244-0608

E-mail Inquiries can be left at info@ccsbparish.org


Welcome Archbishop Henning

ARCHBISHOP RICHARD G. HENNING INSTALLED

AS SEVENTH ARCHBISHOP OF BOSTON

New Archbishop expresses gratitude and commitment to 

serve the Catholics of greater Boston

Beginning with the traditional knock on the door to the Cathedral of the Holy Cross, the Most Reverend Richard G. Henning, S.T.D., entered into the life of the Archdiocese of Boston as its tenth bishop and seventh archbishop. 


Archbishop Henning was welcomed by Cardinal Seán P. O'Malley, who presented the new archbishop to the assembly. 

 

Representing the universal Church for this moment of great promise and new beginnings, Archbishop Henning was joined by some 1,400 guests including Cardinal Christophe Pierre, Apostolic Nuncio to the United States, five additional cardinals, five archbishops, more than fifty bishops, nearly five hundred priests, religious, deacons, seminarians, and the laity. Members of the Archbishop’s family including his parents Richard and Maureen, as well as leaders from the various interfaith community, government, business and parishes across the Archdiocese were also in attendance.

Watch the Installation Mass

Julie's Family Learning Thanksgiving Drive


It is once again that time of year where we help the families Julie’s Family Learning Program and help provide them with a Thanksgiving dinner.


Our hope is to provide FROZEN TURKEYS (preferably 12—15 lbs.) or FROZEN HAMS and Thanksgiving dinner trimmings for all of Julie's families. 

 

Here are nonperishable suggestions for Julie’s moms and kids as some families do not make a traditional American meal:


Canned vegetables (no green beans, please) and fruits, canned beans, stuffing, pasta and pasta sauce, instant mashed potatoes, rice, coffee, cocoa, boxed dairy and nondairy milk, bottled juices, oil, Crisco, peanut butter, sunflower butter, jelly, cereal, breakfast bars, tuna fish, crackers, soup with pop open tops, pumpkin and apple pie filling, Jell-O, pudding, ready-made pie crusts, and cake, brownie, cookie, muffin mixes. 

 

Julie’s moms appreciate the following items as they cannot use food stamps to purchase them: 

napkins, paper towels, plates and cups, reusable bags, aluminum roasting pans 

 

Those families living in homeless shelters are also grateful for $25 Stop & Shop gift cards, which they’ll use to buy roasted chickens, sides, and dessert. 

Sorting and Turkey Drop-off


Non-perishables will be sorted in Allen Place on:


Sat, Nov. 16 & 23 between

3:30 pm - 5:15 pm

AND

Sun, Nov. 17 & 24 between

7:30 am - 11:30 am


Turkey Drop-off will take place at the Parish Hall Parking Lot on:


Mon, Nov. 25 between

7:00 am - 3:00 pm


Any questions? Please reach out to Rose or the Parish Office.

Join us!

Weekly Liturgy Schedule

"He took Bread, and giving thanks, broke it, and gave it to His disciples"

Weekend Masses

Saturday 4:00 PM Vigil

Sunday 8:00 AM

Sunday 10:00 AM

Weekday Masses

Monday 8:00 AM

Tuesday 8:00 AM

Wednesday 8:00 AM (with Eucharistic Adoration until 9:30 AM)

Sacrament of Reconciliation

Saturday 3:00 - 3:30 PM

or by appointment

i'm new here

A Message from the Pastor

Welcome to the website of Corpus Christi - St. Bernard Parish (a Roman Catholic faith community) in the 'Garden City' of Newton. Our parish, living and thriving here on the western edge of our city, provides much to our parishioners and those outside of that description - all by the grace and life of God our Father and in the name of His Son, our Lord Jesus Christ.


Our beautiful and reverent celebrations of the Mass on Sunday are made more so by the faithful and active participation of all present. The Mass's daily and Sunday celebrations provide an oasis of grace and faith for many parishioners and those who visit. Eucharistic Adoration offers a moment of silence with the Lord and enables us to hear the voice of our Shepherd. Through the Eucharist, we can accomplish the other works of service and mercy that so define our Catholic tradition.


Each day, through the grace of Christ, we try to build this holy place of Corpus Christi-St. Bernard into a monument of what it means to be prayerfully and generously worthy of the promises of Christ-all in the middle of a public square, often alive with voices calling folks elsewhere. As you navigate these pages, please know that our parish community welcomes and prays for you.


Blessings,

Fr. Dan O'Connell

Pastor

@FrDanOConnell

  • Our Mission Statement

    "Corpus Christi-St. Bernard Parish is a Catholic faith community centered in the Eucharistic celebration. We give witness to our baptismal promises and commit ourselves to learn, love, and live the message of Jesus Christ."

  • The Spirituality of Giving

    A spirit of giving supports the work of our Mission Partners in our community and beyond. Primarily, we focus on Corpus Christi-St. Bernard and the events we hold.  From time to time, we may partner with other organizations as needs arise and as we deem appropriate.  In this way, the mission of Jesus Christ is nurtured and kept alive.


    “…and the one who sows bountifully will also reap bountifully.”  

    -Corinthians 2:6


    Our Parish Online Giving portal can be accessed through this link.

Just a Thought from Fr. Dan


The Thirty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time


The two are equal! That was new. Moses had exhorted the Israelites to love God with all their heart, soul, and strength. It was the greatest commandment. In the Gospel, a scribe asks Jesus about the greatest commandment, and Jesus responds by emphasizing the importance of loving God and neighbor. When we love our neighbor, we love God! All are brothers and sisters because we all have the same Father! Amen!

Upcoming

Events

Here's what's happening at

Corpus Christi - St. Bernard Parish this month.


Join us at one of our Liturgies or Parish Activities!


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28

8am Daily Mass - In Remembrance of Helen and Richard Walsh

29

8am Daily Mass

30

8am Daily Mass

8:30am Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

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3pm Sacrament of Reconciliation

4pm Sunday Mass- In Remembrance of Mona Dove

3

8am Sunday Mass- In Remembrance of Richard and Frances McMorrow

9am Faith Formation Session

10am Sunday Mass- Mass of Remembrance

11:15am Confirmation Session with Parents

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4

8am Daily Mass- In Remembrance of Reno & Grace Cerra

6:30pm Advent Series Small Group

5

8am Daily Mass- For a Special Intention

6:30pm Men's Prayer Group (Advent Series)

6

8am Daily Mass- In Remembrance of Marie Sangiolo

8:30am Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

7pm Advent Small Group Series

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3pm Sacrament of Reconciliation

4pm Sunday Mass - In Remembrance of Donald Chesbrough

10

8am Sunday Mass

9am Faith Formation Session

10am Sunday Mass- In Remembrance of Alfonso and Santa Montillo and Joseph and Angelina Macrillo

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11

8am Office is Closed due to the Holiday- Daily Mass will Resume on 11/12

6:30pm Advent Series Small Group

12

8am Daily Mass- In Remembrance of Marie E. Sangiolo

13

8am Daily Mass- In Remembrance of Mary DeWolfe

8:30am Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

7pm Advent Small Group Series

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3pm Sacrament of Reconciliation

4pm Sunday Mass- In Remembrance of Arthur "Robert" McCarthy

17

8am Sunday Mass- In Remembrance of Susan Foley

9am Faith Formation Family Gathering

10am Sunday Mass- For the Faith Formation Families

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18

8am Daily Mass- In Remembrance of Pasquale Raso

6:30pm Advent Series Small Group

19

8am Daily Mass- In Remembrance of Richard Sturgis

6:30pm Men's Prayer Group (Advent Series)

20

8am Daily Mass- In Remembrance of Richard Bruhmuller

8:30am Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

7pm Advent Small Group Series

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3pm Sacrament of Reconciliation

4pm Sunday Mass- In Remembrance of Leo Butera

24

8am Sunday Mass- In Remembrance of Constance and Anthony Vena and Caroline Ruocco

10am Sunday Mass- Family Mass- In Remembrance of Bob Cerra

11:15am Confirmation Session

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25

8am Daily Mass

6:30pm Advent Series Small Group

26

8am Daily Mass

27

8am Daily Mass

8:30am Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

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10am Poinsettia Festival

3pm Sacrament of Reconciliation

4pm Sunday Mass- In Remembrance of Margaret O'Brian Regan

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8am Sunday Mass- In Remembrance of Pierina Macioce

9am Faith Formation Family Gathering

9am Poinsettia Festival

10am Sunday Mass- In Remembrance of Kevin Mahony

1pm Advent Small Group Series

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