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Boston Fellows: Applications for 2026-2027 Cohorts Now Open!

Applications Due August 1

Do you ever wonder what your work is really about, beyond tasks and paychecks? Whether you ‘do’ music, medicine, parenting, tech, or something else, God has a province for you to oversee in his kingdom!

Boston Fellows is a 9-month program that trains believers to serve God and neighbor by means of theological study and spiritual formation. As a Fellow, you will meet weekly in small groups throughout the academic year both to explore God’s intention for work and calling, and to learn how to pray for every aspect of your day-to-day vocational life.

To learn more and apply by August 1st, visit www.bostonfellows.com

Semiquincentennial Service with Byron Rushing

America’s Semiquincentennial is this weekend! We invite you to join us at the Cathedral Church of St. Paul for a special service to celebrate, this Sunday at 10am.
We are delighted that we will be welcoming special guest by Byron Rushing, who will preach for us. Rushing is a former President of the Museum of African American History in Boston and state representative for the South End of Boston who has been a prominent leader in many civil rights campaigns. He is a member of St. John St. James Church, Roxbury, and served as Vice-President of the House of Deputies of the General Convention.
Join us as we mark this important occasion and rededicate ourselves to using our liberty in accordance with God’s gracious will.
The service of Holy Eucharist will also be livestreamed, and is viewable on our YouTube livestream page: https://www.youtube.com/@stpaulboston/streams

Gospel Fest Boston 2026

26th Annual Boston Gospel Fest is Back!

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of faith, fellowship, and incredible live music as Mayor Michelle Wu presents the 26th Annual Boston Gospel Fest at City Hall Plaza!

This free community celebration is New England’s largest Gospel music event, bringing together residents from across the region for an evening of inspiring music, fellowship, and praise.

We are thrilled to announce that Todd Galberth will headline this year’s Gospel Fest, joined by an incredible lineup of local talent, including the Community Choir, City Praise Team, Jesus Gang The Family,  Alexis Benoit, Angela Elizabeth, Pastor Jeremy D. Battle, and the Boston Latin School Gospel Choir. Together, these artists will showcase the vibrant spirit and rich musical traditions of Boston’s faith communities.

We invite you to encourage your congregation, ministry leaders, family, and friends to join us for this special evening of worship, celebration, and community. Gospel Fest is free and open to all, and we would be honored to have your faith community represented.

For more information about the event, including the full lineup and event details, please visit 26th Annual Boston Gospel Fest. We’ve also included flyers below that you are welcome to share in your church bulletin, newsletters, social media channels, and with members of your congregation to help spread the word.

Thank you for your continued partnership in making Gospel Fest a meaningful celebration for our city. We look forward to celebrating with you at the end of the month!

📍 City Hall Plaza
📅 Sunday, August 30
🕔 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Boston Gospel Fest is one of the city’s signature summer traditions, bringing together residents and visitors of all backgrounds for an evening filled with uplifting music, community, praise, and celebration. Whether you’re a longtime gospel fan or simply looking for an inspiring event to attend with family and friends, this is one you won’t want to miss.

Admission is FREE, so gather your loved ones, invite your church family, and come experience a night of worship and joy in the heart of downtown Boston.

For more information, visit Boston.gov/GospelFest.

Follow @VisitBostonCity on instagram for more information and updates on this event and other happenings across the City of Boston.

National Eucharistic Pilgrimage in Boston

In honor of America’s 250th year, the 2026 National Eucharistic Pilgrimage will carry the theme One Nation Under God. One Nation Under God is not a slogan—it’s an invitation to realign our lives, communities, and country under the sovereignty of Christ. It’s a call to build unity through prayer, and to let Jesus, present in the Eucharist, renew and heal the heart of our country, one soul at a time. As pilgrims on this route, we walk with Christ so that His love might draw our nation back to Him. You’re invited to join us, in person or in spirit, and offer prayers and sacrifices for the renewal of America.

The National Eucharistic Pilgrimage will pass through the Archdiocese of Boston from June 26th through June 28th with special events in Lexington, Plymouth, and along the Freedom Trail. This pilgrimage is an invitation to realign our lives, communities, and country under the sovereignty of Christ, to be one nation under God.

More info

Schedule of Events
Friday, June 26
• 2PM Divine Liturgy
• 3PM Fellowship
• 6PM Adoration
• 6:30PM Procession (.5 miles)
• 7PM Mass at St. Peter
Saturday, June 27
• 9:30AM Boston Common Visitor’s Center
• 10AM Procession (2.5 miles)
• 1PM Adoration at Bunker Hill, Charlestown
• 3PM – 4:15PM Confession and Adoration
• 4:30PM Votive Mass of the Sacred Heart
Sunday, June 28
• 3:30PM – 4:30PM Confession
• 5PM Mass at St. Brigid
• 6PM Procession
• 6:30PM Adoration on the Battle Green

Family Fun at International Day of Play Celebration

Every Summer, Boston Episcopal cathedral hosts a Ministry of the Steps. Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 10am-2pm, throughout the Summer, you’ll find people out on the cathedral steps (weather permitting!) offering lemonade and an activity to all who stop by.

This Thursday, June 11th, is particularly special – as we’ll be celebrating International Day of Play with games, joy, and family fun! Cornhole, Connect Four, bubble-blowing contests, scavenger hunt for kids, and more – including prizes! Don’t miss this opportunity for free fun for everyone in Downtown Boston! Come on by any time between 10am and 2pm!


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