St. Michael Parish celebrated a beautiful and grace-filled Easter Vigil Mass in 2026, the most sacred night of the Church’s year, when we rejoice in Christ’s victory over sin and death.

On this holy night, seven individuals were baptized and entered  into the new life of Christ, becoming members of God’s family. Three others were strengthened by the Sacrament of Confirmation, sealed with the gift of the Holy Spirit and sent forth as witnesses to the Gospel.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to them and warmly welcome them into our faith family at St. Michael. May the risen Lord continue to guide and strengthen them, and may our parish community accompany them with prayer, love, and joyful support as they grow in faith.

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During the sacred Triduum of Holy Thursday and Good Friday, we, the family of St. Michael Parish, entered more deeply into the mystery of Christ’s saving mission.

On Holy Thursday, we recalled the Lord’s ministry of humble service, made visible in the washing of the feet, and we gave thanks for the gift of the Holy Eucharist, through which Christ continues to offer Himself as our spiritual nourishment and abiding presence.

On Good Friday, we stood at the foot of the Cross and reverenced the self-giving love of Jesus, who laid down His life for our salvation. In silence, prayer, and veneration, we contemplated the depth of His mercy and the immeasurable price of our redemption.

The prayerful and reverent participation of the faithful of St. Michael Parish stands as a beautiful witness of our love for the Lord. United as one Body in Christ, we not only commemorated these sacred mysteries, but also lifted up our prayers for our nation and for the whole world, entrusting all to the redeeming love of the Crucified and Risen Lord.

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St. Michael Parish joyfully celebrated Palm Sunday, a sacred moment that marks the beginning of Holy Week. On this day, we entered into the mystery of our Lord’s Passion by first accompanying Him in triumph, carrying palms and proclaiming “Hosanna,”  in procession and then listening to the solemn proclamation of His suffering and death. In this liturgy, joy and sorrow meet, revealing the depth of Christ’s love and the mystery of our salvation.

As a parish community, we begin this Holy Week united in prayer, walking together with the Lord through the sacred days ahead: from the Last Supper on Holy Thursday, to the Cross on Good Friday, and ultimately to the radiant joy of the Resurrection at Easter. May this Holy Week be for each of us a time of deep conversion, renewed faith, and a more intimate encounter with Christ, who loved us to the end.

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On Sunday, March 29th, our youth core leadership held its first meeting, with five adult supervisors present. Together, they prayerfully reflected on the vision of this ministry and shared several concrete and practical ideas for its growth.

As they take these first steps, they entrust this initiative to the guidance of the Holy Spirit. May the Lord graciously bless St. Michael Parish with a vibrant, faithful, and fruitful youth ministry, raising up young disciples who grow ever deeper in their love for Christ and His Church.

Let us continue to keep this ministry in our prayers.

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On Saturday, March 21, our Confirmation students came together to clean the entire church in preparation for the upcoming Easter celebration. We give thanks for their kindness and dedication, and we are very proud of their faith and generous service.

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On March 5, members of our Parish Pastoral Council and Finance Council joined other parish council members from across the Archdiocese for a wonderful meeting with Archbishop Richard G. Henning at Regis College.

During the gathering, the Archbishop reflected on the role and vocation of those who serve on parish councils, explaining it through three fundamental questions: Who we are, how we are called to live, and why we serve.

He began by reminding us of the mystery of God, who is all-powerful yet whose very nature is love. Out of this love, the Father gave us His only Son; and the Son, in turn, offered Himself in love for our salvation. In Christ, we are not merely servants but are called His friends. Though we are sinners, we are redeemed by God’s loving grace and created in the image and likeness of God.

To become the persons God created us to be, we are called to love others through self-giving service. Only by living this love can we become the best version of ourselves and truly fulfill the purpose of our lives.

The Archbishop then spoke about how we are called to serve as council members. We must first be people of faith, rooted in prayer and attentive to the voice of the Holy Spirit. Our Church must be a listening Church, a compassionate Church, and a missionary and evangelizing Church. Through our service and collaboration, we are called to be witnesses of faith, hope, and love within our parish communities.

In the second half of the meeting, the Archbishop shared his personal reflections on his first year of ministry as Archbishop of Boston. While acknowledging that challenges remain, he also spoke with gratitude about the many signs of grace he has witnessed. Above all, he expressed how deeply he has seen and felt the presence and power of the Holy Spirit at work in the Archdiocese.

The evening was both inspiring and encouraging, reminding us that our service in the Church is not simply administrative work, but a participation in the mission of Christ and the life of the Holy Spirit in the Church.

We are proud to share that Bedford resident and St. Michael Parishioner Lisa Bumbaca-O’Brien has been inducted into the Silver Circle of the New England chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, recognizing more than 35 years of outstanding work at WBZ-TV Boston. Throughout her distinguished career, she has contributed to major news coverage, mentored others in the field, and remained a dedicated member of our local community. At St. Michael Parish, Lisa serves as a Eucharistic Minister and is a member of the Arimathea Society. We congratulate her on this well-deserved honor and thank her for her witness of dedication, professionalism, and service.

Rooted in prayer and Sacred Scripture, through weekly Bible sharing and monthly gatherings, the Young Adults of St. Michael seek to grow together, to deepen our relationship with Christ, share our faith, foster meaningful connections, serve others with love, and glorify God in all that we do. 

All those between the ages of 21 and 37 are warmly welcome to join our Young Adults WhatsApp group by scanning the WhatsApp QR code.