ONLINE GIVING TO SUPPORT YOUR PARISH
SEVENFOLD OFFERTORY PROGRAM & GRAND ANNUAL
How to support your parish
- Begin with Prayer. Thank God for your blessings and ask for guidance and discernment as you consider your commitment.
- Determine how you will give to fulfill your pledge. All our giving options are listed below. If you need assistance with any of these options, please call the parish office at 978-468-2337.
1. WeShare offers you a simple, safe and secure way to give online without worrying about sending your donations by mail.
Please visit WeShare, our online giving resource at churchofsaintpaul.churchgiving.com.
If you would rather have staff sign you up for WeShare donations, please call Lucy Cronan at the parish office, 978-468-2337.
2. Givebutter provides a means to fund your pledge via Venmo, ApplePay, or PayPal by simply using your cellphone to scan
the QR code below and entering payment information.
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.