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About Us
We believe that Jesus Christ came to reveal the fullness of God's love for us, and we continue to celebrate that love through praise, sacraments, service, and community. |
Ministries
Our parish offers a wide range of ministry opportunities. Whether you'd like to learn more, pray more, or serve more, we have a ministry for you. |
Support our Parish
Making an offering of our financial resources is an integral part of what it means to be a Christian. We have a variety ways to make it easy for you to support our church. |
Regular Mass Schedule
Saturday Vigil: 4:00pm
Sunday: 7:30am, 9:00am, & 11:00am
Every Weekday (Monday - Saturday): 9:00am
Saturday Vigil: 4:00pm
Sunday: 7:30am, 9:00am, & 11:00am
Every Weekday (Monday - Saturday): 9:00am
News & Events
Parish Grounds Clean Up: Saturday, April 1 at 11AM
Join the Creation Care team on Saturday, April 1 at 11am in front of the church to do a litter pick up. Let's get the grounds looking beautiful for Easter! Bring your own gloves, bucket and picker if you wish. 
Rosary Group: Every Thursday morning
All are invited to join us in the Church to pray the Scriptural Rosary. The Rosary Group meets every Thursday morning following the 9:00am Mass (meet time is approximately 10:00am). This group is open to all. 
Stations of the Cross: Friday Evenings at 6PM
Join in the Parish celebration of Stations of the Cross on Friday evenings during Lent at 6:00pm in the Church. On Good Friday (April 7) Stations of the Cross is celebrated at 12:30pm and 3:00pm. Soup & Stations: Friday, March 31 All are welcome to join us in the Parish Center following Stations of the Cross on Friday, March 31, for a simple supper of soup and bread. 
Lenten Sacrament of Reconciliation
The Sacrament of Reconciliation will be held in the Church during Lent on: Wednesday (March 29) at 6:00pm—7:00pm Saturday (April 1) at 2:30pm—3:30pm Wednesday (April 5) at 6:00pm—7:00pm and Holy Saturday (April 8) at 11:00am—12Noon and 2:30pm—3:30pm 
Faith & Play
"Faith and Play" is a time for our youngest parishioners to gather to grow in their faith. This group is perfect for parents with children ages Baby to 5 Years. Join us once a month in the Parish Center for a time to play and learn about our faith. Summer sessions take place in the Garden next to the koi fish pond (June, July & August). Each session includes time for a story, activity, snack, and play. Upcoming sessions are: ֍ April 3 at 3:15pm to 4:00pm ֍ May 8 at 3:15pm to 4:00pm For questions about this group, please email Jaclyne Ainlay at jaclyne.ainlay@gmail.com. Please click here for pictures of our Faith & Play group. 
SAVE THE DATES! Vacation Bible School will be June 26—30
We are excited to announce that this summer's Vacation Bible School will be all 5 days! Blast off on a “Stellar” Bible adventure! Explore the starry night in Bethlehem, follow the star to Jesus in the manger, and learn how YOU can shine Jesus’ light! Register NOW at vbspro.events/p/events/ecb457. Dates: Monday, June 26—Friday, June 30, 2023 Time: 9:30am—12:30pm Ages: Grades K—6 Location: Our Lady Star of the Sea Parish Center (80 Atlantic Avenue, Marblehead, MA) Cost: 1 child $75 • 2 children $125 • 3+ children $150 |
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Lenten Scripture Study
Monsignor Moran is holding a Lenten Scripture Study called “Exodus: Journey towards Freedom." This enriching Bible Study is being held in the Parish Center in five (5) concurrent weekly sessions on:
Tuesday evenings at 7:00pm — 8:00pm and
Wednesday afternoons at 1:00pm — 2:00pm.
Materials are provided at each meeting. Pre-registration required. Register by contacting the Rectory at 781-631-0086 or sosrectory@verizon.net.
Monsignor Moran is holding a Lenten Scripture Study called “Exodus: Journey towards Freedom." This enriching Bible Study is being held in the Parish Center in five (5) concurrent weekly sessions on:
Tuesday evenings at 7:00pm — 8:00pm and
Wednesday afternoons at 1:00pm — 2:00pm.
Materials are provided at each meeting. Pre-registration required. Register by contacting the Rectory at 781-631-0086 or sosrectory@verizon.net.
Catholic Appeal 2023
Last weekend, Our Lady Star of the Sea launched the 2023 Catholic Appeal. Thank you to those who have already responded to the Cardinal’s invitation! Because of your early support, we have reached 43% of our goal of $66,400. As Catholics, each of us shares the responsibility of the Church community — both directly within our parish and to the greater Church. Thank you for responding in faith, hope, and charity by making a gift to the Catholic Appeal. We are stronger together and your generosity is greatly appreciated! For more information, or to make a gift online, please visit www.bostoncatholicappeal.org/.
Last weekend, Our Lady Star of the Sea launched the 2023 Catholic Appeal. Thank you to those who have already responded to the Cardinal’s invitation! Because of your early support, we have reached 43% of our goal of $66,400. As Catholics, each of us shares the responsibility of the Church community — both directly within our parish and to the greater Church. Thank you for responding in faith, hope, and charity by making a gift to the Catholic Appeal. We are stronger together and your generosity is greatly appreciated! For more information, or to make a gift online, please visit www.bostoncatholicappeal.org/.
Greener Lent
Greener Lent is lenten program focused on justice for the poor who are most affected by climate degradation. By increasing the rigor of our traditional Lenten fast, we substantially reduce our personal environmental impact. This, plus our commitment to prayer and almsgiving, help turn our hearts to Christ as we prepare for his resurrection at Easter. Learn more and sign up at greenerlent.org.
For more information, or for any questions, please contact Holly at hwillseywalker@gmail.com.
Greener Lent is lenten program focused on justice for the poor who are most affected by climate degradation. By increasing the rigor of our traditional Lenten fast, we substantially reduce our personal environmental impact. This, plus our commitment to prayer and almsgiving, help turn our hearts to Christ as we prepare for his resurrection at Easter. Learn more and sign up at greenerlent.org.
For more information, or for any questions, please contact Holly at hwillseywalker@gmail.com.
Emergency Meals Program
Many of you have cooked and delivered a meal to a friend who is ill, had a death in their family, a new mom and dad, or someone experiencing some type of crisis that calls for assistance. A parish “Emergency Meals” program works in a similar way. Volunteers sign up to cook and deliver a meal on an occasional basis to a parish member or family that needs assistance. Please consider volunteering in this ministry to lend a helping hand and show fellow parishioners that they are in our thoughts. Learn more and sign up here.
Many of you have cooked and delivered a meal to a friend who is ill, had a death in their family, a new mom and dad, or someone experiencing some type of crisis that calls for assistance. A parish “Emergency Meals” program works in a similar way. Volunteers sign up to cook and deliver a meal on an occasional basis to a parish member or family that needs assistance. Please consider volunteering in this ministry to lend a helping hand and show fellow parishioners that they are in our thoughts. Learn more and sign up here.
Centering Prayer: Monday mornings in the Parish Center
Our Centering Prayer group meets on Mondays after the 9:00AM Mass until 11AM. We meet in the Parish Center. Centering Prayer is a prayer of Silence and Quiet time. Sitting for a short time, while resting in God’s presence, helps to center us. We listen to God’s Word, called ‘Lectio Divina’, where we read the Gospel four times to hear God’s Word on a much deeper level. This group is open to all. For more information about this group, contact Gail Kanarski at 781-631-8296 or Grace Potier at 781-631-9151.
Our Centering Prayer group meets on Mondays after the 9:00AM Mass until 11AM. We meet in the Parish Center. Centering Prayer is a prayer of Silence and Quiet time. Sitting for a short time, while resting in God’s presence, helps to center us. We listen to God’s Word, called ‘Lectio Divina’, where we read the Gospel four times to hear God’s Word on a much deeper level. This group is open to all. For more information about this group, contact Gail Kanarski at 781-631-8296 or Grace Potier at 781-631-9151.
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Visit our Facebook page, and like and follow us to get notified of new posts. You can also visit us on Instagram at @sosmarblehead. We post the latest news & events, so check back often.
Visit our Facebook page, and like and follow us to get notified of new posts. You can also visit us on Instagram at @sosmarblehead. We post the latest news & events, so check back often.
The Marblehead Food Pantry
The Marblehead Food Pantry hours: Tuesdays at 9 a.m. – 12 noon & Thursdays 5 p.m. – 7 p.m
The Marblehead Food Pantry is located in the Parish Center (80 Atlantic Ave., Marblehead, MA 01945) on the side OPPOSITE the car port, which is the door on the front LEFT side of the building (as you view the building from the front). The Marblehead Food Pantry operates with donations of food and cash by the town's churches, synagogues, schools, clubs, organizations, businesses, and individuals. The pantry provides food on a weekly basis to any resident of Marblehead who needs its services to make ends meet. Coronavirus restrictions have been lifted and participants may now enter the building to choose their own items. Donations of food are also accepted now, along with gift card and monetary donations (tax-deductible checks can be made out to the Marblehead Food Pantry, or to Star of the Sea with "Food Pantry" in Memo). For more information, please contact Janet Parker, Food Pantry Director, at jfitchparker@gmail.com.
The Marblehead Food Pantry hours: Tuesdays at 9 a.m. – 12 noon & Thursdays 5 p.m. – 7 p.m
The Marblehead Food Pantry is located in the Parish Center (80 Atlantic Ave., Marblehead, MA 01945) on the side OPPOSITE the car port, which is the door on the front LEFT side of the building (as you view the building from the front). The Marblehead Food Pantry operates with donations of food and cash by the town's churches, synagogues, schools, clubs, organizations, businesses, and individuals. The pantry provides food on a weekly basis to any resident of Marblehead who needs its services to make ends meet. Coronavirus restrictions have been lifted and participants may now enter the building to choose their own items. Donations of food are also accepted now, along with gift card and monetary donations (tax-deductible checks can be made out to the Marblehead Food Pantry, or to Star of the Sea with "Food Pantry" in Memo). For more information, please contact Janet Parker, Food Pantry Director, at jfitchparker@gmail.com.
Are You Gluten Free?
We have begun offering low-gluten hosts to our parishioners who may have Celiac Disease. If you require a low-gluten host, please call the Rectory at 781-631-0086 to let us know ahead of time so that the host can be consecrated separately. Please click on this link to find more information on the Benedictine Sisters of Perpetual Adoration, who produce the low-gluten altar breads.
We have begun offering low-gluten hosts to our parishioners who may have Celiac Disease. If you require a low-gluten host, please call the Rectory at 781-631-0086 to let us know ahead of time so that the host can be consecrated separately. Please click on this link to find more information on the Benedictine Sisters of Perpetual Adoration, who produce the low-gluten altar breads.
Aerial-to-ground view of Our Lady, Star of the Sea Parish. Corey Stein Films, 2021.
Social Distancing
Our Lady Star of the Sea provides Reserved Seating at the front left of the Church for those who wish to remain socially distant. Hand sanitizers are available at all church entrances and in Parish Center classrooms. Masks are available to anyone who requests one. All people, regardless of their choice to mask, should be treated with equality, dignity and respect.
Our Lady Star of the Sea provides Reserved Seating at the front left of the Church for those who wish to remain socially distant. Hand sanitizers are available at all church entrances and in Parish Center classrooms. Masks are available to anyone who requests one. All people, regardless of their choice to mask, should be treated with equality, dignity and respect.
USCCB Statement on U.S. Supreme Court Ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson
The USCCB Office of Public Affairs released a statement (July 9, 2022) after President Biden signed an executive order (July 8, 2022) promising abortion access, even after the Supreme Court of the United States overturned Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey. In response, Archbishop William E. Lori (Baltimore), Chairman of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Committee on Pro-Life Activities, issued a response summarized here:
The USCCB Office of Public Affairs released a statement (July 9, 2022) after President Biden signed an executive order (July 8, 2022) promising abortion access, even after the Supreme Court of the United States overturned Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey. In response, Archbishop William E. Lori (Baltimore), Chairman of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Committee on Pro-Life Activities, issued a response summarized here:
- “In response to the Dobbs decision, I called for the healing of wounds and repairing of social divisions, for reasoned reflection and civil dialogue, and for coming together to build a society and economy that supports marriages and families, and where every woman has the support and resources she needs to bring her child into this world in love.
- “And as religious leaders, we pledged ourselves to continue our service to God’s great plan of love for the human person, and to work with our fellow citizens to fulfill America’s promise to guarantee the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness for all people.
- “It is deeply disturbing and tragic that President Biden is choosing instead to use his power as President of the United States to promote and facilitate abortion in our country, seeking every possible avenue to deny unborn children their most basic human and civil right, the right to life. Rather than using the power of the executive branch to increase support and care to mothers and babies, the president’s executive order seeks only to facilitate the destruction of defenseless, voiceless human beings.
- “I implore the president to abandon this path that leads to death and destruction and to choose life."
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Our Lady Star of the Sea
85 Atlantic Avenue Marblehead, MA 01945 Phone: 781-631-0086 Fax: 781-631-5668 Email: sosrectory@verizon.net Regular Mass Schedule
Saturday Vigil at 4:00pm Sunday at 7:30am, 9:00am, and 11:00am Every Weekday (Monday—Saturday) at 9:00am _______________ Our Lady Star of the Sea Church is open 7 days a week 7:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. for individual devotion (Prayer, Adoration, Stations of the Cross, and the Rosary). |
