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Showing posts with label st mary's. Show all posts

Thursday, October 31, 2024

Reminder: Last day to Order your KoC Thanksgiving pies is Nov 3, 2024 !!!

The Knights of Columbus, Sacred Heart Council 1847 St. Mary Parish Franklin MA is running their 7th Annual Thanksgiving Pie Sale.  

We have teamed up again this year and are proud to announce we are working with LYMAN ORCHARDS.  Lyman Orchards is a quality orchard that produces an EPIC Pie. The flavors we will be offering this year are - Apple, Pecan, Pumpkin and Blueberry. These Pies are fantastic.... outstanding flavor, aroma, and taste. We have held the price and again this year are offering a quality pie for $18.00 per pie. It is no secret prices have increased everywhere and we worked hard to find a Quality product at a reasonable price.  

We have done our BEST to bring you a great product at the best possible price.  As was last year you will be able to DONATE a pie. All donations will be donated to the Franklin Senior Center and Franklin Food Pantry for distribution at Thanksgiving time.

7th Annual Thanksgiving Day Pie Sale – Knights Of Columbus, Franklin
Why bake when the Knights can do it for you? Order your KoC pies now !!!

This year there will be 2 means by which you may purchase your Thanksgiving Day pies. 

1 - Please visit our website https://www.kofc1847.org/payments-thanksgiving-pie-sale   or on Facebook…… Knights ofColumbusCouncil1847.  

You will find a link to purchase and pay for your order. The site is open now till November 3rd. We will also be taking Pie orders in the back of church on November 2,3, after all the Masses at St Mary.  Cash, Check or Credit Card will be accepted.  ALL online orders will accept Credit Card only.

You will be able to Pick Up your order of Thanksgiving Pies on Tuesday, November 26th from 3 PM – 6 PM at the CCD Offices at the old St. Mary's School on the 1st floor. You will see our signs.

We are excited again this year to bring this quality product to St Mary Parish community and all our Franklin neighbors. Please support this most worthy cause, help a senior and make your Thanksgiving Day special with a Pie (or2) from Lyman Orchards on your dinner table this year.
 
Any questions, please call Jim Campbell at 508-848-8681 or Jim Lane at 774-571-9804 or Mike Swan 508-404-4792.
 
Thank You for your generosity and “giving back” ...

Knights of Columbus, 
Sacred Heart Council 1847 
Franklin, MA 02038

Wednesday, October 30, 2024

St Mary's ready to resume services in chapel (not main church)

Dear Parishioners of St. Mary’s,

I’m happy to announce to you that, thanks to our friends from Service Master, our Chapel and Sacred Heart Hall are now clean and safe for use again! 

Therefore, starting this Saturday, November 2nd, we will begin using our Chapel and Sacred Heart Hall for all our Masses, both weekend and daily, and all other liturgies, meetings and events. 

We will resume our regular weekend Mass schedule in the Chapel and Sacred Heart Hall on Saturdays at 4 PM and Sundays at 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM THIS WEEKEND (November 2nd and 3rd).  

For weekend and daily Mass parking, please use the school parking lot, Franklin Senior Center parking lot, Daniel McCahill Street, Union Street or Main Street. The Oak St. parking area and Rectory driveway will not be available as our renovation team is working 7 days a week in the Main Church. Also, please do not give in to curiosity and wander upstairs for any reason. There is still a lot of soot and smoke damage that is strongly discouraged breathing in to our bodies. 

Our Daily Mass at 7 AM in the Chapel on Mondays through Fridays will resume on Monday, November 4th. 

Confessions will resume in the Chapel on Saturdays from 8 AM - 9 AM beginning Saturday, November 9th. 

All Baptisms, Funerals and Weddings will be held as scheduled in the Chapel and Sacred Heart Hall beginning on Saturday, November 2nd. 

All meetings and activities including St. Vincent DePaul can resume in the Sacred Heart Hall beginning Saturday November 2nd. However, whomever is coordinating those events will need to plan for use without tables as the chairs will be in place for Masses, like we have set at Christmas and Easter.  

This is great news that we can at least return to some use of our church so quickly. While it will not always feel ideal, at least we can join together again in our church in some form and fashion. We will all need to have patience as we continue to move forward and make the best of what we have. 

Thank you for your continued prayers and support. We have launched a St. Mary’s Fire Relief Fund. If you or anyone you know would like to help us with some of the upfront costs for our renovations, repairs and overall parish expenses please use our online giving at https://www.osvhub.com/stmarysfranklin/giving/funds.  

Peace and Blessings,
Fr. Bob


St Mary's ready to resume services in chapel (not main church)
St Mary's ready to resume services in chapel (not main church)

Sunday, October 27, 2024

Event in support of St. Mary’s, Sunday, Oct 27 at 4 PM

Franklin Celebration of Love and Diversity:  Responding to violence with compassion and unity

In the wake of suspected arson at St Mary's, this is a time to be together, to support each other, to pray and to sing. Sunday, October 27 at 4 PM on the Franklin Town Common

Sponsored by the Franklin Interfaith Council and the Franklin Freedom Team

Franklin Town Common
Franklin Town Common

Friday, October 25, 2024

"Based on an examination of the scene, witness interviews, and other evidence gathered throughout last night and this morning, they collectively determined that the fire was intentionally set"


UPDATE: The ATF this afternoon informed State Police fire investigators that they would match up to $5,000 in Arson Watch Reward Program funds in connection with last night’s fire. That would raise the maximum reward for information to $10,000.

Anyone with information on the incident is urged to call 1-800-682-9229.

the maximum reward for information to $10,000
the maximum reward for information to $10,000

Shared from -> https://www.instagram.com/p/DBhCvnZR1k0/

The Boston Globe also provides coverage of the fire and arson investigation -> 


Thursday, October 24, 2024

Franklin Fire & mutual aid respond to fire at St Mary's Wednesday

At 5:46 PM the Metacomet Emergency Communications Center received a Fire Alarm from a central station monitoring company for 1 Church Square followed by a caller reporting a fire at the back of St. Mary's Church. Franklin Fire units were dispatched and a working fire assignment was quickly struck bringing in mutual aid from Norfolk, Wrentham, Medway, Bellingham, and Plainville.

A fire in the rear sacristy was quickly extinguished by the initial arriving crews. There was a significant amount of smoke throughout the entire Church. Personnel remained on scene for a period of time to ventilate the building.
Franklin Fire & mutual aid respond to fire at St Mary's Wednesday
fire at St Mary's

This fire is under investigation by the Franklin Fire Department, Franklin Police Department, The State Fire Marshal's Office, and the ATF.

The Foxboro Fire Department provided station coverage.

Contact:

James McLaughlin, 
Franklin Fire Chief 508 553 5570


Wednesday, October 23, 2024

Why bake when the Knights can do it for you? Order your KoC pies now !!!

The Knights of Columbus, Sacred Heart Council 1847 St. Mary Parish Franklin MA is running their 7th Annual Thanksgiving Pie Sale.  

We have teamed up again this year and are proud to announce we are working with LYMAN ORCHARDS.  Lyman Orchards is a quality orchard that produces an EPIC Pie. The flavors we will be offering this year are - Apple, Pecan, Pumpkin and Blueberry. These Pies are fantastic.... outstanding flavor, aroma, and taste. We have held the price and again this year are offering a quality pie for $18.00 per pie. It is no secret prices have increased everywhere and we worked hard to find a Quality product at a reasonable price.  

We have done our BEST to bring you a great product at the best possible price.  As was last year you will be able to DONATE a pie. All donations will be donated to the Franklin Senior Center and Franklin Food Pantry for distribution at Thanksgiving time.

7th Annual Thanksgiving Day Pie Sale – Knights Of Columbus, Franklin
Why bake when the Knights can do it for you? Order your KoC pies now !!!

This year there will be 2 means by which you may purchase your Thanksgiving Day pies. Please visit our website https://www.kofc1847.org/payments-thanksgiving-pie-sale   or on Facebook…… Knights ofColumbusCouncil1847.  You will find a link to purchase and pay for your order. The site is open now till November 3rd. We will also be taking Pie orders in the back of church two weekends October 26,27 and November 2,3, after all the Masses at St Mary.  Cash, Check or Credit Card will be accepted.  ALL online orders will accept Credit Card only.

You will be able to Pick Up your order of Thanksgiving Pies on Tuesday, November 26th from 3 PM – 6 PM at the CCD Offices at the old St. Mary's School on the 1st floor. You will see our signs.

We are excited again this year to bring this quality product to St Mary Parish community and all our Franklin neighbors. Please support this most worthy cause, help a senior and make your Thanksgiving Day special with a Pie (or2) from Lyman Orchards on your dinner table this year.
 
Any questions, please call Jim Campbell at 508-848-8681 or Jim Lane at 774-571-9804 or Mike Swan 508-404-4792.
 
Thank You for your generosity and “giving back” ...

Knights of Columbus, 
Sacred Heart Council 1847 
Franklin, MA 02038



Monday, September 23, 2024

Reminder: Friends of the Poor Walk/Run: Saturday, September 28, 2024

Registration opens at 8:30 AM on the Town Common. Blessing for the Walk will be at 9:00 AM. Walk Participants can Collect donations and Walk with us or donate online

For additional information, to register to walk, or to donate, select this link: https://events.idonate.com/stmaryfranklinfop

All money raised stays in Franklin, to assist anyone in need of help. Put your feeling of compassion into action and join us for this walk!

Friends of the Poor Walk/Run: Saturday, September 28, 2024
Friends of the Poor Walk/Run: Saturday, September 28, 2024

 “Go to the poor; you will find God.” 
St. Vincent de Paul

Thursday, September 5, 2024

Annual Electronics Recycling Event - Saturday, Sep 14 from 9 AM to 2 PM

Join us on Saturday, September 14th for our annual electronics recycling event
This is a fantastic opportunity to responsibly dispose of all your unwanted electronics, appliances, items with a plug, batteries, and even bicycles in any condition.

Event Details:
Date: Saturday, September 14th
Location: Old Benjamin Franklin School Parking Lot
Cost: See event page for details

Help keep our community clean and sustainable. 

Spread the word to friends and neighbors, and let's make this event a huge success!

For more information, visit the event page ->  https://www.facebook.com/share/Qv1VKr6UoB1CnKV9/


Sunday, August 25, 2024

SAVE THE DATE: Annual Electronics Recycling Event! Sep 14

Join us on Saturday, September 14th for our annual electronics recycling event
This is a fantastic opportunity to responsibly dispose of all your unwanted electronics, appliances, items with a plug, batteries, and even bicycles in any condition.

Event Details:
Date: Saturday, September 14th
Location: Old Benjamin Franklin School Parking Lot
Cost: See event page for details

Help keep our community clean and sustainable. Spread the word to friends and neighbors, and let's make this event a huge success!

For more information, visit the event page ->   https://www.facebook.com/events/326537483873662/?ref=newsfeed



Thursday, August 22, 2024

Friends of the Poor Walk/Run: Saturday, September 28, 2024

Registration opens at 8:30 AM on the Town Common. Blessing for the Walk will be at 9:00 AM. Walk Participants can Collect donations and Walk with us or donate online

For additional information, to register to walk, or to donate, select this link: https://events.idonate.com/stmaryfranklinfop

All money raised stays in Franklin, to assist anyone in need of help. Put your feeling of compassion into action and join us for this walk!

Friends of the Poor Walk/Run: Saturday, September 28, 2024
Friends of the Poor Walk/Run: Saturday, September 28, 2024

 “Go to the poor; you will find God.” 
St. Vincent de Paul

Tuesday, July 30, 2024

Save the date: Friends of the Poor Walk scheduled for Sep 28

September will be here before we know it. Save this date and plan to participate and/or support “our neighbors in need”.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2024
Registration for the event begins at 8:30 AM on the Franklin Town Common.
Blessing for the Walkers will take place at 9:00 AM.
Walk Participants can collect donations and walk with us or donate online.
The registration link for the 2024 Friends of the Poor Walk will be available soon.
All money raised stays in Franklin, to assist anyone in need of help.
Please put your feeling of compassion into action and join us for this walk!

Save the date: Friends of the Poor Walk scheduled for Sep 28
Save the date: Friends of the Poor Walk scheduled for Sep 28

Wednesday, March 27, 2024

Electronic recycling in the St Mary's parking lot Saturday, May 18

"SAVE THE DATE for our upcoming annual electronics recycling event on Saturday, May 18th. All electronics, appliances, items with a plug and/or batteries, as well as bicycles in any condition will be accepted and recycled for a small cost (see event page).  
Bring all your unwanted items to the parking lot to support our green initiative.  
Let your friends and neighbors know!"
Electronic recycling
Electronic recycling


Don't toss your old electronics! Bring them to our upcoming recycling event. We're accepting a wide range of electronics, including TVs, computers, and more. Help reduce e-waste and learn about sustainable practices.

St. Mary's Parish is hosting an Electronics Recycling Event from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday May 18. The collection event will be held in the Benjamin Franklin School parking lot across the street from the church, at 1 Church Square.

All electronics, appliances, items with a plug and/or batteries, as well as bicycles in any condition will be accepted and recycled for a small cost as follows:

Cost to You:
• $5 each for Computers, Laptops, Video Game Consoles, DVD Players, VCR’s, Small Printers, Radios, Alarm Clocks, Speakers, Table Lamps, Fans, Hair Dryers, Curling Irons, Projectors, Power Tools, Drills, Cameras, Clocks, Trophies, Frying Pans and Cookware, Holiday Lights, Other Small Electronics.
• $10 each for Small Household Appliances, Vacuum Cleaners/Roomba, Toaster Ovens, Ceiling Fans, Floor Lamps, Air Fryers, Electric Grills, Hot Plates, Small Radiators, Keyboard Pianos, Coffee Makers, Ice Makers.
• $20 each for Flat Screen Computer Monitors, Microwaves, Dorm Sized Refrigerators, Dehumidifiers, Air Conditioners, Artificial Christmas Trees, Water Coolers, Large Printers/Copiers, Leaf Blowers, Chainsaws, Heat Lamps, Heaters, Fire Extinguishers, Propane Tanks (Empty).
• $25 each for TVs up to 26,” CRT Monitors, Washing Machines, Dryers, Stoves, Dishwashers, Large Appliances, Outdoor Grills, Treadmills, Exercise Equipment, Snow Blowers, Lawn Mowers, Rototillers, Power Washers, Large Yard Equipment, Water Tanks.
• $30 each for TVs between 26” and 35,” Large Refrigerators, Ride-On Lawn Mowers.
• $35 each for TVs over 36”
• $40 each for Projection TVs
• NO CHARGE: Cell Phones, Bicycles in any condition, Video Game Media and Accessories, Wires, Cables, Chargers, Car Batteries, Household Batteries, VHS/DVD’s, Keyboards, Tablets.
When you arrive, please follow the cones and directions from the workers. Bring your vehicle as close to the truck or dumpster as possible. Feel free to remain in your vehicle, our workers will unload your items for you.

Residents from all towns and communities are welcome to recycle. The event will be rain or shine. Computer hard drives will be destroyed during the recycling process, but can be removed on-site at the event for an additional charge. 

Cash payment is preferred, but checks will be an acceptable form of payments over $30.

For more information or if you have additional questions, email GreenDayRecyclingMA@Gmail.com


Monday, March 25, 2024

This is the last week to apply for the Knights of Columbus Scholarships

The Knights of Columbus 1847 St Mary Parish Franklin is accepting applications for The Robert Simmler PGKKnights of Columbus Sacred Heart Council Scholarships. They are offering two scholarships, one in the sum of $3000 and the second $1000 scholarship.  

The applicants must be a registered member of St Mary’s Parish in Franklin, and must be graduating from High School in Spring 2024 and progressing onto their first year of study at a 2 or 4 year college/university.  All interested applicants please submit a completed scholarship application postmarked on or before the application deadline of March 28, 2024.

The application form is available from the banner on the St Mary parish website www.stmarysfranklin.org  or on the Knights of Columbus website https://www.kofc1847.org/ .  

Please fill in ALL information accurately and clearly, and then submit the completed application to             
Knights of Columbus 
Sacred Heart Council 1847
St Mary’s Parish 
c/o Michael Swan 
38 Madison Ave 
Franklin, MA 02038

The scholarship recipients will receive payment upon completion of their 1st semester of studies and upon proof of enrollment in the 2nd semester.

If more information is needed, please contact Mike Swan: 508-404-4792 

Wednesday, March 13, 2024

Have you applied for the Knights of Columbus Scholarships? Application due March 28, 2024

The Knights of Columbus 1847 St Mary Parish Franklin is accepting applications for The Robert Simmler PGKKnights of Columbus Sacred Heart Council Scholarships. They are offering two scholarships, one in the sum of $3000 and the second $1000 scholarship.  

The applicants must be a registered member of St Mary’s Parish in Franklin, and must be graduating from High School in Spring 2024 and progressing onto their first year of study at a 2 or 4 year college/university.  All interested applicants please submit a completed scholarship application postmarked on or before the application deadline of March 28, 2024.

The application form is available from the banner on the St Mary parish website www.stmarysfranklin.org  or on the Knights of Columbus website https://www.kofc1847.org/ .  

Please fill in ALL information accurately and clearly, and then submit the completed application to             
Knights of Columbus 
Sacred Heart Council 1847
St Mary’s Parish 
c/o Michael Swan 
38 Madison Ave 
Franklin, MA 02038

The scholarship recipients will receive payment upon completion of their 1st semester of studies and upon proof of enrollment in the 2nd semester.

If more information is needed, please contact Mike Swan: 508-404-4792 

Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Apply for the Knights Of Columbus Scholarship Program for 2024; deadline - March 28, 2024

The Knights of Columbus 1847 St Mary Parish Franklin is accepting applications for The Robert Simmler PGK, Knights of Columbus Sacred Heart Council Scholarships. They are offering two scholarships, one in the sum of $3000 and the second $1000 scholarship.  

The applicants must be a registered member of St Mary’s Parish in Franklin, and must be graduating from High School in Spring 2024 and progressing onto their first year of study at a 2 or 4 year college/university.  All interested applicants please submit a completed scholarship application postmarked on or before the application deadline of March 28, 2024.

The application form is available from the banner on the St Mary parish website www.stmarysfranklin.org  or on the Knights of Columbus website https://www.kofc1847.org/ .  

Please fill in ALL information accurately and clearly, and then submit the completed application to             
Knights of Columbus 
Sacred Heart Council 1847
St Mary’s Parish 
c/o Michael Swan 
38 Madison Ave 
Franklin, MA 02038

The scholarship recipients will receive payment upon completion of their 1st semester of studies and upon proof of enrollment in the 2nd semester.

If more information is needed, please contact Mike Swan: 508-404-4792 

Thursday, October 12, 2023

Public Square Rosary Rally scheduled for Saturday, Oct 14 at noon

Please join us in a Public Square Rosary Rally on Saturday, Oct 14 at 12:00 PM at St. Mary’s Rectory front lawn.

This Public Square Rosary, sponsored by America Needs Fatima, will be one of over 22,000 rallies that will take place all across the United States on that day. Please join us in praying the Rosary for the peace and well-being of our world.

In case of rain, the Rally will take place in the Chapel.



Public Square Rosary Rally scheduled for Saturday, Oct 14 at noon
Public Square Rosary Rally scheduled for Saturday, Oct 14 at noon

Tuesday, September 26, 2023

Reminder: Friends of the Poor Walk - Saturday, Sep 30, 2023

Just a reminder … St. Mary Parish, St. Vincent de Paul Conference is sponsoring its annual fund raiser on Saturday, September 30, 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM, on Franklin’s Town Common. 

Registration opens at 8:30 AM. The Walk begins with a Blessing for the Walk at 9:00 AM. 

Participants can collect donations and walk with us. Additionally, donations are accepted online at https://www.fopwalk.org/eventlisting/eventdetail/?eventid=2895

All money raised will stay in Franklin to assist those in need. Thank you.

Thursday, August 17, 2023

Save the Date -> Friends of the Poor Walk - Sat, Sep 30, 2023

St. Mary Parish, St. Vincent de Paul Conference is sponsoring its annual fund raiser on Saturday, September 30, 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM, on Franklin’s Town Common. Registration opens at 8:30 AM. The Walk begins with a Blessing for the Walk at 9:00 am. 

Participants can collect donations and walk with us. Additionally, donations are accepted online at https://www.fopwalk.org/eventlisting/eventdetail/?eventid=2895

All money raised will stay in Franklin to assist those in need. Thank you.

Thursday, March 30, 2023

Reminder: Electronics Recycling Event - April 1, 2023 from 9 AM to 2 PM

Join us for our annual Electronics Recycling Event Saturday, April 1, 2023 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. We are accepting ALL electronics, appliances, and bikes!
St. Mary's Church - former Benjamin Franklin School Parking Lot 201 Main Street Franklin, MA
The event will be held in the former Benjamin Franklin School parking lot, across the street from the church. All electronics, appliances, items with a plug and/or batteries, as well as bicycles in any condition will be accepted and recycled for a small cost as follows:
Cost to You:
• $5 each for Computers, Laptops, Video Game Consoles, DVD Players, VCR’s, Small Printers, Radios, Speakers, Table Lamps, Fans, Hair Dryers, Curling Irons, Projectors, Drills, Digital Cameras, Clocks, Trophies, Frying Pans and Cookware, Holiday Lights, Other Small Electronics.
• $10 each for Vacuum Cleaners/Roomba, Toaster Ovens, Ceiling Fans, Floor Lamps, Air Fryers, Electric Grills, Hot Plates, Small Radiators, Keyboard Pianos, Coffee Makers, Ice Makers, Small Household Appliances
• $15 each for Flat Screen Computer Monitors, Small Microwaves
• $20 each for CRT Computer Monitors, TVs up to 24,” Dorm Sized Refrigerators, Dehumidifiers, Air Conditioners, Water Coolers, Large Printers/Copiers, Heat Lamps, Heaters, Propane Tanks (Empty), Range-Top/Large Microwaves
• $25 each for TVs between 25” and 31,” Washing Machines, Dryers, Stoves, Dishwashers, Large Appliances, Outdoor Grills, Treadmills, Exercise Equipment, Snow Blowers, Lawn Mowers, Rototillers, Power Washers, Large Yard Equipment, Water Tanks
• $30 each for TVs between 32” and 35,” Large Refrigerators, Ride-On Lawn Mowers
• $35 each for TVs over 36”
• $40 each for Projection TVs
• NO CHARGE (Cash Donation Recommended): Cell Phones, Bicycles in any condition, Wires, Cables, Chargers, Car Batteries, Household Batteries Keyboards, Tablets.

Residents from all towns are welcome to recycle. The event will be rain or shine. Computer hard drives will be destroyed during the recycling process, but can be removed on-site at the event for an additional charge. Cash payment is preferred, but checks will be an acceptable form of payments over $30.
For more information, Email GreenDayRecyclingMA@Gmail.com

Franklin Electronics Recycling Event - April 1, 2023 from 9 AM to 2 PM
Franklin Electronics Recycling Event - April 1, 2023 from 9 AM to 2 PM