Parish News

All Saints Day (November 1st)
This is a solemn holy day in the Catholic Church dedicated to honoring all the saints, known and unknown. This feast acknowledges the countless holy men and women who have lived virtuous lives and now dwell with God in heaven. It is a reminder that we are all called to holiness and can look to the saints as models of faith, hope, and love. Attending Mass on this day is encouraged, as it is a Holy Day of Obligation, inviting the faithful to reflect on the communion of saints and aspire to live in closer union with Christ.

All Souls Day (November 2nd)
A dedicated day to praying for the faithful departed. On this day, the Church invites us to remember and offer prayers for the souls in purgatory, that they may be purified and attain the fullness of eternal life with God in heaven. It is an expression of our belief in the communion of saints and the power of prayer to assist our loved ones on their journey to salvation. Many Catholics attend Mass, light candles, or visit cemeteries to honor and pray for the deceased.

The Boston Symphony Orchestra (BSO), the Greater Roxbury Arts & Cultural Center (GRACC) and Boston’s Basilica of Our Lady of Perpetual Help jointly announce A Tribute to Duke Ellington (Free Concert) on Friday, November 8 at 7:00 pm. The performance will take place at Boston’s Basilica in the Mission Hill neighborhood. The all-Duke Ellington program, to be conducted by BSO Artistic Partner, Education and Community Engagement Thomas Wilkins, marks the 50th anniversary of Ellington’s death with a selection of the jazz great’s most seminal works, including excerpts from his three Sacred Concerts, featuring vocalist Renese King and a specially formed ensemble of singers.

Free tickets are available to reserve at bso.org

Saturday, November 9th, from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Please contact the office to make a reservation: 617-445-2600

Since the earliest days of the church, BLACK MADONNAS have been a source of devotion, inspiration, and conversion of hearts. Using his own ART and STORIES from his multi-award winning book, MADONNAS OF COLOR, Brother Mickey McGrath will guide us on a colorful pilgrim tour of some of the most beloved images of MARY from across time, cultures, and traditions.

All couples celebrating their 10th, 25th, or 50th wedding anniversaries or another special milestone are invited to a celebratory Mass on Sunday, Nov. 3 at 3:00 PM at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross, Boston. Couples will renew their marriage commitment and receive a special blessing. Family and friends are invited to attend. To register, visit bit.ly/CelebrateAnniversary.

For more information, please email Emily Elliott at marriageprep@rcab.org or call 617-746-5756.

In observance of Veterans Day on Monday, November 11th, only one Mass will be offered at 9:00am. Following the Mass, the Basilica will be closed for the remainder of the day, and the Rectory Office will also be closed.

Let this be a day of gratitude and remembrance, as we take time to honor the brave men and women who have served our nation.

One of our longest serving Music Directors, Mr. Glenn Goda, passed away this Summer. Glenn faithfully served this parish community from 1990 until his retirement in 2018. Glenn was born and raised in Springfield, MA and, upon graduating from Cathedral High, entered St. John’s Seminary in Brighton, MA. With two years Seminary under his belt he decided to enter the Organ Performance program at Boston University earning both his Bachelor and Masters degrees. He was a passionate member of the American Guild of Organists (both national and local), a highly sought after recitalist, a respected consultant for churches building or renovating organs, and a frequent collaborator with local orchestras and professional choirs. Above all, Mr. Goda was a devout Catholic whose ultimate goal was to serve the church and bring others to her.

A Grand Memorial Mass will be held in this Basilica on the feast of St. Cecilia, November 22nd at 6:30pm. All are welcome.

We warmly invite you to join us for our Annual Thanksgiving Day Mass at 9:00am on Thursday, November 28th. This special Mass is a time for us to come together as a community to reflect, give thanks, and celebrate the many blessings in our lives. Whether you are attending with family, friends, or on your own, all are welcome to share in this meaningful tradition.

After the Mass, the Basilica will be closed for the remainder of the day, allowing everyone to spend time with loved ones. Please also note that the Rectory Office will be closed on Thanksgiving Day and Friday, November 29th, but will re-open on Saturday at 10:00am.

We hope you can join us for this beautiful moment of gratitude and fellowship. Let us come together in faith and thanksgiving!

The Healing & Restoration Ministry at The Basilica of Our Lady of Perpetual Help - welcomes you to our monthly Healing Service, with Fr. Phillip Dabney C.Ss.R. on

NEXT SERVICE: TBD

The service is handicapped accessible and open to all. There will be blessings, and anointing of the sick. We welcome you to attend the 4:00pm Mass that follows the service. For more information, please email: healingministry@bostonsbasilica.com or phone 617-516-0371. 24 hour Prayerline : 617-442-3938.

Our parish has raised $28,626.00 toward our 2024 Catholic Appeal goal of $28,600. Thank you to all who have helped make our campaign a success. If you have yet to give, we need your help! Gifts can be made online: www.bostonsbasilica.com/appeal or by returning an in-pew envelope available at the Church exits. On behalf of Cardinal Seán O’Malley and all who will benefit from your generosity, thank you for your support.

The Archdiocese of Boston requires that all clergy, parish staff (full and part time), together will all volunteers (17 years of age and older) who minister to or have the potential for unmonitored access to children, youth, elderly or the disabled, undergo a CORI check. This process requires an individual to fill out a CORI request form annually in accord