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Frequently Asked Questions
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Originally, this was considered, however the cost to renovate and refurbish the existing church would be $10 million. Renovating would not have the same benefits as building new - such as increased size, seating, meeting spaces, parking, and modern systems. Renovation would only provide a temporary solution.
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Our parish has earned a reputation for hospitality and especially for enriching the journey of faith for young people. It is our firm belief that his spirit will continue for generations to come. Simply put, you are investing in a future that will be consistent with our parish's mission.
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The work has already begun. We have acquired abutting property to better accommodate our campus and have cleared land for soil testing, with a plan to clear the rest of the land this coming spring. According to Archdiocesan guidelines, we must secure pledges for at least two-thirds of the projected construction cost and have 50% of the funds in the bank before construction can begin. Therefore, the success of Rebuild My Church will determine the timeline for construction.
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These properties are in the process of being sold, and the proceeds will support the new construction.
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The new church will be a spiritual home for all of us, and it is our hope that every parish family will contribute to its construction to the greatest degree that they are able. With this hope in mind, we will be inviting all parish families to participate in the campaign.
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Father Chris HickeySincerely yours in Christ,Dear Our Lady of the Angels Family,
The collaboration of our three communities into Our Lady of the Angels Parish has brought us so many blessings! It has been embodied in full and vibrant Masses, the celebration of the sacraments of initiation for thousands of young people, impactful ministries, and countless new and beautiful relationships. I am overjoyed about the way everything has evolved. We are a welcoming parish known for radical hospitality and joy in our towns and throughout the Archdiocese of Boston.
Eight hundred years ago, St. Francis of Assisi was praying before a cross in the ruined chapel of San Damiano when he heard Christ tell him: “Rebuild my Church.” St. Francis took the Lord’s words to heart and set about rebuilding the chapel which we now call the Portiuncula. Three hundred years later, construction began on a beautiful new basilica, St. Mary of the Angels, around the Portiuncula to accommodate the parishioners and pilgrims who were flooding Assisi. The Portiuncula chapel outside of the Cardinal Cushing Center on route 53 is a replica of the same chapel rebuilt by St. Francis all those years ago. Like the Catholic community in Assisi, our parish continues to grow. It is with this in mind that we set forth on a mission to rebuild our church with the goal of constructing a new church, Our Lady of the Angels, on the site of the present St. Mary of the Sacred Heart Church.
To facilitate the construction of our new place of worship, we are embarking on a capital campaign, Rebuild My Church, with the goal of raising $10 million. Whether you are new to our community or have called Norwell, Pembroke, or Hanover home for your entire life, I am asking you to prayerfully consider how you are able to contribute your financial gifts to this crucial endeavor.
Thank you for your prayerful consideration and continued generous support for our parish as we look to the future with hope and continue to rebuild the Church.
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Updates
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April 2
We had an incredible response from last week’s Pledge Weekend! We are still calculating all of the pledges, but I wish to thank everyone who has already responded so generously to our campaign. Thank you to the many who also took pledge cards home and are still praying about their gift.Read More
We received a number of pledge cards from parishioners indicating that they plan to make their pledge online. For those looking to make or fulfill their pledge online, visit our campaign page. If you need help setting up your online pledge, please do not hesitate to reach out to the office.
Don’t forget to spread the news of our campaign to your friends and neighbors! Our hope is that every family and parishioner will participate in some way. Please join me in continuing to pray for the success of Rebuild My Church.
In Christ,
Fr. Chris
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