News
September 11, 2020 - The Holy See Dismisses John P. Lyons from the Clerical State
The Archdiocese of Boston today announced that the Holy See has dismissed John P. Lyons from the clerical state.
September 10, 2020 - Archdiocese of Boston Announcement Regarding Rev. James Gaudreau
The Archdiocese of Boston announced today that Rev. James Gaudreau, former pastor of St.
August 2, 2020 - Archdiocese of Boston Statement on the recent Boston Marathon bombing death penalty decision; Cardinal's previous July 24 blog post on executions
“While we have not analyzed the details of the recent court decision we acknowledge that it has brought considerable further pain to the families and loved ones of those lost in the Marathon bombin
7.31.2020 - Celebration of the Chrism Mass, August 4, 2020
On Tuesday, August 4 at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross, Cardinal Sean O'Malley will celebrate the Chrism Mass. Please click on the following link for more information.
July 31, 2020 - Cardinal Seán P. O'Malley To Ordain 5 Priests for the Archdiocese of Boston on Saturday, August 1, 2020
Cardinal Seán P. O’Malley will ordain five men to the Priesthood for the Archdiocese of Boston this Saturday, August 1, 2020, at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross.
July 30, 2020 - Rite of Ordination to the Order of Presbyter
Please click on the following link to download a program for the Rite of Ordination to the Order of Presbyter
7.23.2020 - Statement of the Roman Catholic Bishops of Massachusetts Regarding Police Reform Legislation
The sin of racism and struggle for racial justice has been part of our nation’s history for centuries. Awareness of both has never been absent, but too often both themes have been marginalized.
July 13, 2020 - Statement Regarding Vandalism of Virgin Mary Statue at St. Peter’s Parish in Dorchester
“Whoever is responsible for the desecration of the Holy Mother’s statue is clearly a troubled soul. Mary represents all that is good and pure in our world.
July 10, 2020 - PPP Program: Supporting jobs in parishes and ministries during COVID Pandemic
At the start of the COVID crisis, all parishes (280) and ministries of the Archdiocese were shuttered as were many organizations and small businesses.