Where there is Family, there is Love.

"Parishes are not a club for the few,

which provides a sense of social belonging. They have to become once again

schools of service and generosity,

with their doors always open

to those who are excluded.

And to those included.

To all."

- Pope Francis

What is Parish Family Life?

The parish is where the Church lives. Parishes are communities of faith, of action, and of hope. They are where the Gospel is proclaimed and celebrated. Parish Family Life refers to the various programs, activities, and initiatives within a church parish that aim to support and strengthen families as vital components of the church community. It recognizes the family as a "domestic church," a place of faith, love, and growth, and seeks to nurture this role within the broader parish structure. 

Volunteer Opportunities

Share your faith &

 meet your "pew-mates"!

Social Engagement:

Family Life Commission
Become a member to plan functions in the parish. To stimulate a family atmosphere in the parish. Plan activities for all ages, from children to seniors. Plan special receptions and mark significant anniversaries, wedding anniversaries, newcomers, etc. For further information, please contact: Parish Offices  413.256.6181.

Parish Picnics & Banquets
From the Valentine Day dance, Parish Picnics, Wine Tastings, and African Dance events, Joe Asselin has a knack for organizing fun events that engage the parish community throughout the year. These are major parish events with many volunteers. If this is something you are interested in, please contact: Parish Offices 413.256.6181.

Welcome New Families/Church Membership
Our parish is always welcoming new parishioners.  For further information, please contact: Parish Offices 1.413.256.6181.

Outreach:

Evangelization/Outreach Committee
To reach out to every member of the community, especially those seeking more in their life, those not going to church, or members coming back to the church.  To bring about in all Catholics an enthusiasm for their faith. And a willingness to share their faith with others. To invite all people, no matter their social or cultural background, to hear the message of Christ and to come and join us. To foster Catholic teachings and gospel values in American Culture, by promoting the dignity of the human person and the sanctity of life. For further information please call  413.256.6181.

Ecumenical Outreach
Working with local churches and synagogues. A dialogue discovering the unity of our beliefs and their differences.

Service:

Driving the Elderly/Handicapped

Assisting the elderly by driving or arranging rides to attend Mass or major parish functions. For further information, please contact: Parish Offices  413.256.6181.

Respect Life Committee
Members who defend the right to life from the moment of conception to a natural death. For further information, please contact: Parish Offices  413.256.6181.

Spiritual Health

Spiritual Life
A committee of laity who are preparing the Parish for each major liturgical season (Lent, Easter, Advent, and Christmas as well as other important spiritual events). For further information, please contact: Parish Offices  413.256.6181.

Adult Group-Young and Catholic
Young Catholics in the community who are out of school. For further information, please contact: Parish Offices 413.256.6181.