The Church of the Advent

About this church

The Church of the Advent in Boston worships at 30 Brimmer Street on Beacon Hill in the Anglo-Catholic tradition, as a parish of the Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts. Sunday begins with Morning Prayer at 7:30 a.m., followed by a Low Mass at 8:00, a Sung Mass at 9:00 and a Solemn Mass at 11:00. The liturgy is ceremonial, with incense, a celebrant, deacon and subdeacon, and music led by the parish choir and organ. The site tells first-time visitors that they may take part in whatever way feels comfortable, and many choose to arrive early to settle in quietly. Weekday services include Morning and Evening Prayer and a midday Low Mass, a Wednesday evening Mass with healing, and a Saturday morning Mass.

The parish offers Christian formation for adults, students, and families and children, along with Faith Foundations, Theology on Tap, and the Entr'acte series. Gatherings for graduate and doctoral students are also listed, and the parish hosts conferences and colloquia during the year. Members serve as acolytes, altar guild members, readers, ushers, and flower guild volunteers. Each week the church hosts a free meal for people in need, described as the longest-running in the city. The parish office is open Monday through Friday during business hours. Service times can change on feast days, so confirm the current schedule on the church website before visiting.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed October 11, 2026. Sources: Homepage: Sunday Masses, weekly schedule, address, diocese · Visit page: what to expect at an Anglo-Catholic service · Contact page: address, phone, office hours, worship schedule · Community page: lay ministries and formation programs

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