Saint Mary of the Sacred Heart, Hanover
Saint Helen Mother of the Emperor Constantine, Norwell
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Education & Sprituality Ministries
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Secular Franciscans
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Adult Faith Formation
Contact: Ellen McDonough (781) 826-4303
We believe faith formation is for every age and never stops so the Holy Mothers Collaborative offers program through out the year for Adults as well and teens and children.Adult Bible Study, Meeting Christ in Prayer, Book Discussion groups , are all examples of ways you can get involved. Most of our programs are free or have a very small fee but please do not let financial concerns stop you from inquiring about our programs. Come learn and grow your faith with us!
Bible Study for Adults
Contact: Joanne Roche (781) 856-7359
Manny Vaz at (781) 754-0373We offer morning and evening session throughout the year guided by the “Great Adventure Adult Bible Study” series by Jeff Cavins. Videos, workbooks and small group discussions are all utilized to enhance our learning and sharing. For more details please visit our Adult Bible Study page. All are welcome!
Faith Community Nursing
Contacts: Judy Nicotera and Sandy SheehanFaith Community Nursing is a practice of professional nursing which focuses on the intentional care of the spirit as part of the process of promoting holistic health and preventing or minimizing illness in a faith community.Faith Community Nurses (FCN’s) provide and facilitate health screenings, education, and spiritual counseling as it relates to health and teach health related classes within a faith community. FCN’s are Registered Nurses who have completed a training program to equip them with the skills and knowledge needed to assist the faith community as they strive for a completeness of body, mind and spirit and a relationship with God.
Parents & Caregivers of Special Needs Children
Contact:
Sue Scanlan (781) 826-0158Community and fellowship for parents and caregivers who love and support children with special needs. This group meets monthly for prayer, informal sharing and support. If you have questions, please contact Sue Scanlan for more information.
Prayer Group
Contact: Barbara Tobin (781) 826-4955Prayer Group meets every Tuesday after the 7:15 p.m. Communion Service. On the last Tuesday of the Month a visiting Priest with a healing charism will preside at the Mass.
We come together to deepen our relationship with Jesus through scripture, song, prayer and silence. Come pray with us!Religious Education
Contact: Office (781) 826-2351
Secretary for Religious Ed- Sarah McCrann at reled@holymothers.comGr 1-5 Program Coordinators:
Maura Dowling - mdowling@holymothers.com
Karen Gill - kgill@holymothers.comWe are blessed to have more than 2,200 students in our Gr 1-10 religious education program. Teachers, substitutes and aides are always needed. You don’t need to be an expert, just a willingness to help. We also have a special needs program, please contact the Religious Education office for more details.
RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation)
Contact: Ellen McDonough (781) 826-4303
The RCIA Team prepares Catholics and non-Catholics for full reception into the Church. Team members have a strong knowledge and love of the Catholic faith. RCIA meets most often on Sunday Mornings after 10AM Family Mass at St. Mary's LifeHouse (lower church). Exact schedule changes based on season so please contact us to check.
Secular Franciscans
Contact: Walter Osterman (561) 301-3150
Following in the Life of St. Francis, Secular Franciscans gather each month as true spiritual families, in order to share and renew their commitments to the apostolic life of the Gospel. These gatherings include prayer, learning, and social time.
Join the Secular Franciscans every 13th of the month, May through October 2017 from 7PM- 8PM for a Canblelight Vigil Rosary to honor Our Lady of Fatima. Held at the Portiuncula Chapel at Cardinal Cushing Center (Rte 53, Hanover, MA). There will be the Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Rosary and benediction. (see flyer for more info.)
All are welcome!