We are happy to be able to offer a place for a Narcotics Anonymous group to meet regularly to provide individuals with a community of recovery and support.  This NA group meets at our lower church on Fridays at 7:30 p.m.  (For other addiction recovery groups, please call those specific local groups in the area for information on their meetings.)

This ministry seeks to support those who are coping with the loss of a loved one through periodic weekly meetings of faith and fellowship. Any parishioner who is mourning the loss of a loved one is encouraged to attend and can bring a friend. For more information or questions, please contact Mary Slattery at 617-566-1653 or [email protected].

We have two different bible study groups:

One is held every two weeks on Tuesday evenings on Zoom and gives an overview of Sacred Scripture with an introduction to the basic principles for understanding and interpreting the Bible.  The focus is on God’s divine plan of salvation, the presence of His action in the record of His Revelation, and His desire to share His merciful love with us.  Primary sources including major Biblical texts, writings of Church Doctors and Fathers, major theologians, and magisterial documents are read.  Contact Sarah Fernandez here if interested.


The other is Tuesday Nights Bible Study which meets in-person weekly
6:30-7:30 p.m. in the Parish Hall.  For questions about this group, please email Gabe and Katie at [email protected].

The Book Club meets the last Monday of most months at 7 p.m.  Check the bulletin and website for information on the books being read and meetings.  Contact Mary Slattery for more information.

This is a fraternal organization for men of the faith, young and old, to come together in fellowship, deeper commitment to the parish, and service to the community.  Among various things, the Knights usually serve coffee after the 11 a.m. Mass and have taken on hosting some events such as our annual parish BBQ in honor of our patronal feast of the Assumption, our annual Oktoberfest, and our annual Fish Fry supper after Stations of the Cross on one of the Fridays in Lent, as well as occasional pancake breakfasts to fundraise for a worthy cause.  If interested or for more information, please email 
[email protected].  

The Men's Group is for men of all ages striving to urgently answer the Church's call to holiness.  
At our  meetings (every other Thursday from 7-8:30 p.m. in the Parish Hall) we foster spiritual growth and fellowship through prayer, reflection, and discussion. We also grow in fraternity through fun social events such as hikes, pickup sports, or simply grabbing a good meal together. Check our events listing, 
bulletin, or parish Facebook page for monthly meeting dates and details.  For more information, please email 
[email protected]. 
 

Pax is our mental health ministry open to parishioners who have struggled with mental health as well as  those with loved ones who are impacted by mental illness.  This is NOT a therapy group, but a place to come together once a month to talk about mental health and learn about the Church's teachings on mental illness.  Check our bulletin and/or Facebook page for periodic details on upcoming meetings.  For more information, please email [email protected] and visit the PAX site.

A men's accountability group based on Sexaholics Anonymous.  For more details, please email 
[email protected].

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is an international lay Catholic organization that serves our neighbors in need of assistance, regardless of their religious affiliation.  Although there are many organizations providing critical services to the poor in our local community, SVdP is unique in that it is centered around home visits and spiritual growth of its members through outreach to the poor.

Our SVdP conference focuses on the Brookline community, referring others to their local conference.  Many requests are for rental assistance, but we also help with other emergency expenses.  In addition, we provide monthly grocery gift cards to individuals and families whose needs are not met through other programs.  Through partnerships with other organizations such as the Welcome Home Pantry in Newton or the Thrifty Threads thrift shop at United Parish, we can assist with material needs such as home furnishings and clothing, often at little or no cost.

The Vincentians play an important role in the parish Thanksgiving outreach program.  Each year approximately 50 local families receive a turkey and side items to prepare at home.  They also take home a bag of groceries donated by St. Mary’s students and their families as well as fresh produce from Food Link,
a food rescue organization in Arlington.

The parish conference was established over 100 years ago, but the Brookline community was largely unaware of our work until recently.  As the programs that helped during COVID-19 have ended, the conference has emerged as an important resource for Brookline residents facing eviction or other challenges.  The Brookline Housing Authority and other local agencies now routinely refer residents and clients to SVdP.

Our programs are supported through grants from the Brookline Community Foundation and the generosity of parishioners.  In addition, when you light a candle in the church, your donation goes to support the work of the Vincentians.

If you are in need of assistance or are referring a client, please call the parish office or email [email protected].  New members are most welcome.  Please contact us by email or through the parish staff for additional information.

The Women's Group ministry is for women of all ages striving to urgently answer the Church's call to holiness.  We foster friendship and community with monthly social events.  We also encourage spiritual growth through various faith-sharing opportunities, including Bible studies, book clubs, retreats, and the Mother's Prayer Group.  Learn more about our regular gatherings below.  For more information and upcoming events, join our mailing list and visit our Facebook page.  Check our website's Events listing as well for the group's events.  Contact us at [email protected].

  Mothers Prayer Group