Archdiocese of Boston
66 Brooks Drive
Braintree, MA 02184
Telephone: 617-254-0100
FAX: 617-783-4564

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Latest Statements and Press Releases

• August 4, 2008- The Archdiocese of Boston statement regarding Rev. David Ajemian
  
• July 18, 2008 - Vicar General Comments and Archdiocese Statement on Organization Calling itself "Roman Catholic Womenpriests"
• July 10, 2008 - Archdiocese of Boston Releases Annual Financial Report
• June 30, 2008 - Closing of Holy Trinity Parish in the South End and St. Casimir Parish in Brockton
• June 20, 2008 - Archdiocese Announces Details on the Move of its Central Operations to the New Pastoral Center
• June 11, 2008 - Apostolic Signatura Renders Decisions On Eight Parish Appeals
• June 3, 2008 - Syro-Malabar Community & St. Jeremiah's Church in Framingham

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a copy of my baptismal/confirmation/marriage certificate?
Most sacramental records are kept at the parish level. Please use the Parish directory for contact information. If the parish you were baptized/confirmed/married in was closed during the recent reconfiguration process, see our list of where the records are now kept here: http://www.rcab.org/bin/f.wk?rcab.info.suppressed.list

How do I get a copy of my high school transcript?
Contact the Archdiocesan School Superintendent Mary Grassa O'Neill 617-746-5737

I am interested in being confirmed or being baptized into the Catholic Church.
The Rite of Christian Initiation (RCIA) is administered at the parish level. Please contact your local parish for the details of how they do it. The process may vary considerably based on the specifics of your situation and that of the parish.

How do I arrange for a Mass to be said for someone who has died or is sick?
This is done through your local parish or a particular shrine. Call the parish office to get the details on how to arrange for a Mass to be celebrated for your intention.

Is there a schedule of Marriage Preparation (Pre-cana) programs available?
The Archdiocesan wide schedule can be found on the website of the Office for Family Life.
http://www.familylifeboston.com/marriage_preparation.html

What is the church closest to?
The best source for finding the church closest to the hotel you staying at or the people's house you visiting is MassTimes.org.