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Welcome to the Canton Catholic Community!

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We are two Roman Catholic parishes, St. Gerard Majella and St. John the Evangelist,
​walking together in faith, worship, education and service in Canton, MA.  
Canton Catholic is a vibrant suburban faith community looking forward in peace, 
​​with hope and love for Christ and each other. ​

Registration for July 11 Mass

Details for Attending Mass

Thank you for your continued generosity during this time.
​Click below to help support our parishes.

​Registration for 4:00 PM Mass at St. John's

​on Saturday, July 11 is now open!

Directives and recommended best practices have been issued by the Archdiocese of Boston, including the establishment of a Re-Opening Advisory Committee.* We appreciate their gift of time and expertise. They have approved of our guidelines while clearly stating that they believe the celebration of Mass outdoors drastically reduces the possibility of spreading COVID-19.  
*Canton Catholic Community Re-Opening Committee:
Daniel Muse, M.D., Charles Doody, Chief, Canton Fire Department,
Edward Walsh, Canton Building Commissioner, Mary Levrault, parishioner,
Dr. Chris Fleiger, Principal, St. John the Evangelist School, Rev. Thomas Rafferty, Pastor, and Deacon Dan Nelson

Please note that the dispensation from the obligation to attend Sunday Mass has been extended indefinitely by Cardinal Seán. And of course, if you are exhibiting any COVID-19 symptoms, PLEASE STAY HOME!     
Those in vulnerable populations are highly encouraged to remain at home and join via livestream on Facebook or via YouTube. We would love to see you but value your health and safely first and foremost.
If you are planning to attend the indoor Mass on Saturday afternoon, please read all of the details outlined in this email.
We welcome you with great joy!

Outdoor Mass - Sunday, July 5 at St. Gerard Parish Parking Lot at 10:00AM

Weekend Mass Schedule

Experience Mass Virtually at Home
Saturday at 4:00 pm for our live-streamed via Facebook
(posted to YouTube on Sunday morning)
To participate in the 4:00 Mass in-person see registratin link above.
In-Person Outdoor Mass
Sunday at 10:00 am at St. Gerard Parish
​If you would like to submit request a prayer intention, please click here.

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PRAY AND SING ALONG AT HOME WITH THE ACCOMPANYING  
​SONG SHEET AND READINGS.

Directives and recommended best practices have been issued by the Archdiocese of Boston for the celebration of public Mass during this time of pandemic, which also follow the recently issued health directives of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. An outdoor Mass enable us to better follow the required social distancing. Preparations are ongoing with the staff and various members of the parish’s re-opening committee on how to best respond to this evolving and fluid situation.

The Canton Catholic Community Celebrates Mass Outdoors

Returning to Mass at St. Gerard Parish

Returning to Mass at St. John Parish

The song “Don’t Worry about Tomorrow”, virtually recorded by of members of our CC Adult and Junior (teen) choirs, was chosen as a reflection on the scripture for the 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time, June 21st- Father’s Day!.
From the 1st reading- Jeremiah: "... the Lord is with me, like a mighty champion..."
​From the Gospel of Matthew: "Are not two sparrows sold for a small coin? Yet not one of them falls to the ground without your Father's knowledge. Even all the hairs of your head are counted. So do not be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows!"

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Our Canton Catholic Youth Ministry is extending to all seniors and homebound in Canton an offer to run

​errands and to pick up prepaid prescriptions or other prepaid essentials.

The Canton Catholic Youth Ministry, consistent with its tradition of community service and outreach, is extending to all seniors and homebound in Canton an offer to run errands and to pick up prepaid prescriptions or other prepaid essentials. Please contact us at welcome@cantoncatholic.org with your specific needs and contact information. You may also call 781-828-3420 or 781-828-0090. Someone will get back to you before the end of the day. We will do our best to assist you during these uncertain times.

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How To Contact Us

Click on the church picture to view the staff directory.​  ​Join us by clicking here for our parish registration form. ​​

St. Gerard Majella Church                                                                 St. John the Evangleist Church                                                     St. John the Evangelist School

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​Year of the Eucharist Announced by Cardinal Seán O’Malley

Cardinal Seán O'Malley has declared a Year of the Eucharist for the Archdiocese of Boston to bolster the faith of those who already believe in the Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist and to encourage those who struggle with this belief.  Over the course of the next year and a half, the Cardinal invites all Catholics in the Archdiocese of Boston to learn more about the Eucharist and to spend more time before the Eucharistic Lord, asking Him to reveal Himself to you.  The year will officially begin on Holy Thursday 2020 and end on the Feast of Corpus Christi 2021.  Please read this letter from the Cardinal and watch the video below for his message.

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​Cardinal Sean's Video

WATCH TODAY'S MASS BROADCAST HERE
 The Mass is broadcast from the CatholicTV Chapel ​

What is a Spiritual Communion? See video below.

2020 Catholic Appeal from Archdiocese of Boston on Vimeo.

HOW TO RECEIVE HOLY COMMUNION
Please click here for a 4 minute video on the proper way to receive the Holy Communion.