Outreach

Outreach Coordinators:

Diane P Foulds and Elizabeth A. Wadsworth

Our mission is to provide fellowship & support to those in our parish, community, and beyond. Our community outreach projects involving the parish include annual events, weekly programs and special projects.

OAKDALE SQUARE COMMUNITY

The parish is a supportive member of the Oakdale Square community in which the parish resides. Several organizations utilize our church to promote health, well being, and community. Check the Church Calendar on this website for days and times.  These groups include:

  • Alcoholics Anonymous

  • Boy Scouts of America

  • Irish Step Dance Lessons

  • Oakdale Square Alliance

ANNUAL CHURCH EVENTS    

  • Kidsfest organized by the youth (February)   Flag Day Hot Dog sale to benefit Dedham Food Pantry (June 14th)

  • Blessing of the Animals (October)                     Apple pie baking for Fall Fair (October-November)                     

  • Donations to Dedham Food Pantry (Ongoing)   African Missions (Ongoing)    

    Ukrainian Project Update:
    Last Saturday, Diane Foulds had 45-minute Zoom call with a 28-year-old Ukrainian woman, a representative from Catholic Charities, and the couple who will be providing housing for her. Currently residing in Poland with extended family, the Ukrainian woman is compelled to leave her present situation due to safety concerns in Ukraine. Her preference is to relocate to the US rather than returning to Ukraine. However, she must undergo background checks and complete other formalities before being able to travel. This process is anticipated to take 1-2 months. Presently, we have gathered approximately $800 out of the $2000 requested by Catholic Charities. These funds are intended for the initial support and utilities of the Ukrainian woman during the first three months of her stay in the US. We deeply appreciate any and all donations received.

     Prison Book Program:

    We are pleased to inform you that we will be collecting books on an ongoing basis for the Prison Book Program. For any inquiries regarding the types of books suitable for donation, please don't hesitate to contact Diane Foulds at 781-254-7008. Your generous contributions will greatly assist in providing books to incarcerated individuals and supporting educational and literacy initiatives within the prison system. Thank you for your support.