Music Ministry
Join together in song with our choirs and instrumentalists. We have choirs at the Saturday 4:00 p.m. Mass at
Our Lady of Hope and the 9:30 a.m. Mass at St. Paul’s, as well as a contemporary music group at the
Sunday 11:15 a.m. Mass at Our Lady of Hope. Commitment is minimal and flexible. If you’re interested in singing or playing an instrument, contact our music director, John Maher. Also contact John for information regarding music for your upcoming wedding, at jmaher@ourladysaintpaul.org or call/text 978-500-6789.
List of Services
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Pre-CatechumenateList Item 1
This is the earliest phase in the process; it is also known as the Period of Inquiry. Catechumens and Candidates acknowledge that Christ is calling them into the Church through the movement of the Holy Spirit. This is a time for seeking and reflection.
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Order of InitiationList Item 2
The first Rite in the OCIA process, the Rite of Initiation accepts new members into the worshipping community.
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CatechumenateList Item 3
The longest part of the process, the Catechumenate is a time of learning and formation in the traditions and doctrine of the Catholic Church. This is a time for sharing stories, reading scripture, and studying the Church customs, traditions and doctrine. Participants also participate in worship services and various Church rituals.
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Mystagogy
This is a time of reflection and celebration after the formal reception into the Catholic Church. Mystagogia means “leading into the mystery” and it is a time to explore the deep mystery of our faith and go forth to help build the reign of God on Earth as new members of the faithful.
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Rite of ElectionList Item 4
Catechumens and Candidates are chosen to be received by the bishop and the community and to receive the Sacraments of Initiation at Easter.