About St. Adelaide · Peabody, Massachusetts
St. Adelaide Parish is a Roman Catholic parish in Peabody, Massachusetts, founded in 1962 as part of the Archdiocese of Boston. The parish is distinctive for offering the Mass in both the Ordinary Form (Novus Ordo) and the Extraordinary Form (Traditional Latin Mass). Under the pastoral care of Fr. David C. Lewis, with Fr. Raymond Van De Moortell as Priest in Residence, the parish describes itself as a young, vibrant, and growing community with strong religious education programs for all ages and active Christian service outreach. Located at 712 Lowell Street, the parish shares a collaborative relationship with St. Ann Parish, also in Peabody.
- Established
- 1962
- Patron
- St. Adelaide of Italy (Adelaide of Burgundy)
- Rector
- Rev. David C. Lewis
- Diocese
- Archdiocese of Boston
Why belong here
St. Adelaide Parish offers something rare for a contemporary Catholic parish in the Boston area: the full richness of the Roman liturgical tradition celebrated in both the Ordinary Form and the Traditional Latin Mass. With a robust Christian Formation program, weekly novenas (Miraculous Medal, Infant of Prague, St. Rita of Cascia, St. Philomena), daily adoration, and a parish choir devoted to sacred music and Gregorian chant, St. Adelaide's is a community that worships with reverence and joy. Whether you are a lifelong Catholic, returning after time away, or simply seeking, the parish welcomes all with open arms.
Mass times at St. Adelaide
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Saturday 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Adoration times
- Monday – Friday 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM (Adoration Chapel on Bow Street)
- Both chapels — During the day (per Liturgies & Devotions schedule)
Pastor's Welcome
Fr. David C. Lewis and Fr. Raymond Van De Moortell extend a warm welcome to parishioners and visitors. They describe St. Adelaide's as a 'young, vibrant, and growing community,' in contrast to many parishes facing decline. The clergy highlight four parish values: liturgical worship in both the Ordinary and Extraordinary Forms, religious education for all ages, social outreach through Christian Service, and a spirit of welcome to lifelong Catholics, lapsed Catholics, seekers, and the simply curious.
- Pastor: Rev. David C. Lewis
- Priest in Residence: Rev. Raymond Van De Moortell
- Emphasis on liturgical worship, religious education, and Christian service
Liturgy & Sacred Music
The parish describes worship as 'the very heart of what we do,' drawing on the full musical heritage of the Roman Catholic Church: Gregorian chant, hymns, choral anthems, organ, and occasional chamber ensemble. The parish has a volunteer choir known as the Choristers of Saint Adelaide, historically directed by Organist & Choirmaster Michael Olbash. A Crying Room is provided for families with small children, and children are regularly invited to join the celebrant at the homily of the 10:00 AM Family Mass.
- 10:00 AM Sunday designated as the Family Mass
- Crying Room available
- Choristers of Saint Adelaide volunteer choir
- Sound files available on parish website for parishoners to learn hymns
Religious Education & Christian Formation
Christian Formation is one of the central ministries of St. Adelaide Parish, directed by Elizabeth Harnois with coordinators Michelle D'Amato, Angela Federico, and Denise Gianola. Religious Education classes meet before and after the 10:00 AM Sunday Family Mass, integrating children into the liturgical life of the parish. The parish notes this program as a major reason for its growth and family-friendly character.
- Director: Elizabeth Harnois
- Coordinators: Michelle D'Amato, Angela Federico, Denise Gianola
- Classes scheduled around the 10:00 AM Sunday Family Mass
Parish Staff & Administration
Day-to-day operations are handled by a small staff led by Business Manager Catina Lennon, with Marjorie Belliveau as Office Coordinator and Marie Capillo as Secretary & Bulletin Editor. Liturgy and Music is overseen by Kevin Lyczak per the Archdiocese directory, with Michael Olbash serving as Organist & Choirmaster. The parish office is open Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
- Business Manager: Catina Lennon
- Office Coordinator: Marjorie Belliveau
- Secretary & Bulletin Editor: Marie Capillo
- Office Hours: Mon–Fri 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Parish Fax: 978-535-4845
Christian Service & Outreach
In addition to liturgical and catechetical work, the parish maintains a commitment to social outreach through its Christian Service activities. The parish also lists a Young Adult ministry on its ministries page. Visitors and parishioners seeking to become involved can find additional details on the parish website's Ministries section.
- Christian Service / social outreach programs
- Young Adult Ministry
Collaborative with St. Ann Parish
St. Adelaide Parish is partnered in a collaborative with St. Ann Parish, also located in Peabody. The Archdiocese of Boston's Catholic Directory lists St. Adelaide's under the heading 'Collaborative with Saint Ann,' reflecting shared pastoral resources between the two parishes.
- Collaborative partner: St. Ann Parish, 140 Lynn St, Peabody
Visiting, Giving & Practical Information
Visitors are warmly welcomed at all liturgies and devotions. The parish offers online giving through its website for the convenience of regular and traveling parishioners. Office inquiries can be directed to 712 Lowell Street, Peabody, MA 01960, by phone at (978) 535-1985, or by fax at (978) 535-4845.
- Online giving link available on the homepage
- Parish Office: Mon–Fri, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Phone: (978) 535-1985
- Fax: (978) 535-4845