The New Methodist Episcopal Church-This Day In Norwood History-July 27, 1900

We present this week a picture of the new Methodist Episcopal church as it will look when completed.

As everyone knows, it is to be located at the junction of Washington and Walpole Streets, one of the most central and desirable locations in town.

It promises to be a very handsome and ornamental edifice. The pastor, Rev. H. C. Wright, and his people have done some very energetic work in raising funds for this new house of worship.

(All articles originally appeared in the Norwood Messenger unless otherwise noted)

First Congregational Church of Norwood Marks 275 Years-November 19, 2011

Amidst the commotion of a large church luncheon, the Rev. John Hamilton of the First Congregational Church of Norwood spoke about what it means to be a part of a congregation that has thrived longer than the country’s Declaration of Independence “It’s really a celebration of not just being around for such a long time,…
Norwood Statue Vandalized-March 27, 2005

A statue of the Virgin Mary at St. Catherine of Siena Parish in Norwood was vandalized with black spray paint on Good Friday, the most sacred day of the year for Catholics. The body of the statue, which depicts the Blessed Mother with praying hands, was covered in paint. Graffiti was scrawled beneath a plaque…
Sharing a Home, a Career, a Church-June 15, 1991

A unique partnership brings growth and healing to a local pulpit as a co-pastor couple uses personal experience to connect with the pew.
Farrs Begin New Ministry as Co-Pastors of United Church of Norwood-October 18, 1980

Unanimous Vote Establishes Husband-Wife Co-Pastorship-October 18, 1980 A unique ministry begins tomorrow at 10 a.m. when the husband-wife team of The Rev. Ronald S. Farr and The Rev. Patricia Heaney Farr are installed as co-pastors of the United Church of Norwood. Operating as a true partnership, the couple will share equally in the pastoral duties…
Vandalism of Blessed Mother Statue at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in South Norwood Appalls Parishioners-August 1, 1979

A marble statue of the Blessed Mother on the lawn of St. Peter’s Catholic Church rectory in South Norwood was heavily vandalized over the weekend, leaving all the fingers broken off the $3,000 imported figure.
New Pastor Became Born-Again Christian At 16-June 20, 1978

A former Barrington College professor takes command of the local pulpit, prioritizing youth work.
Norwood Catholics Laud Saturday Mass-June 23, 1969

St. Catherine’s Church becomes one of 17 suburban Boston parishes chosen to launch the new Saturday evening Vigil Mass, sparking enthusiastic praise from local workers and commuters.
Norwood Priest Expelled From Iraq Sees Little Hope Of Return-June 17, 1969

Expelled from Baghdad after 22 years, Norwood’s Father Thomas B. Mulvehill celebrates his ordination anniversary at home amidst Middle East turmoil.
Cardinal Cushing and Norwood Pastor Rt. Rev. Robert Sennott Have Audience with Pope Paul VI in Rome-September 17, 1965

Cardinal Cushing and Rt. Rev. Robert Sennott, pastor of Norwood’s St. Catherine’s Church, meet with Pope Paul VI during a Vatican audience.
To Honor St. George’s Pastor On 25th Anniversary As A Priest-This Day in Norwood History-May 26, 1965

This Day in Norwood History-May 26, 1965-To Honor St. George’s Pastor On 25th Anniversary As A Priest