St. Mary's is a welcoming and inclusive congregation that is liturgically and musically fairly…read moretraditional. Great organists, good choir, good congregational singing with 'The Hymnal 1982' and 'Wonder, Love and Praise' in the pews and occasional hymns from 'Lift Every Voice and Sing II' and "Voices Found.'

This is the church I grew up in, and I couldn't have asked for a more warm, welcoming, nurturing…read moregroup of people to support me throughout my growing years. It's odd to rank a church by stars, since it's never really the church that makes the church, it's the people (remember that song?..haha) But this building is a place that harbors security, peace and very fond memories for me. Unfortunately I got out of the church-going habit when I went to college and have since moved. I'm really sad because this church had a large congregation when I was much younger, and over the years the attendance has steadily declined. I think much has to do with just the generations going through. There happened to be a lot of children when I was younger, and a lot of grandparents, and then we all grew up and parted ways, and many of the older congregation members became housebound or passed away. Small and nontraditional as it is (as some kids affecitonately called it, the brown church!), the RUMC is a church that will welcome you wholeheartedly and leave you feeling very peaceful and at ease. The atmosphere is casual and family-oriented, and there are a couple of fairs each year as well. There aren't any big choirs (which I always wished there were), and there's a small organ, but the humble nature of its atmosphere completely adds to its genuine message of bonding together and doing good in the world.

This is one of my favorite Catholic churches, as it is located in a beautiful area of the Seacoast…read moreand overall a beautiful church. I have been coming to this church on and off for over 20 years. The pews are a little tight for when kneeling but otherwise, plenty of seating. The quality of sound is clear with the loud speakers. Priest is very nice and has been at this church nearly 20 years I think. Overall a nice place to visit.

I read the other review about the priest here not being friendly. The problem is not that he's…read moreunfriendly, but that he seems to be angry ... a lot. And judgmental! Also, I don't "get it" when these younger priests (he appears to be under 40) prance around in cassocks and those funny looking hats with the pom poms (can't think of the name of them). I thought the reforms of Vat 2 did away with all that "finery." I'm sure he "means well," but Father, chill, will ya with the ecclesiastical drag. And it's not the local pastor's fault, but what is it with this new translation of the Mass? I'm sure the sentence structure was fine in Latin, but in English is awkward at best and not understandable at its worst. I see it as a sign of the creeping exlusionary policies of the RC church. We sing "All are Welcome," but we mean "Some, but not All, are Welcome." We used to be regular attendees at St. Mary's back in the 80's and 90's, (my wife and I both went to the school through 8th grade) but we started going to the Paulist Center in Boston when St. Mary's took a 180 degree turn in 1997 back to the 19th century. We go to St. Mary's when we cannot get into Boston or we go to the Unitarian meeting house a few steps away where we know we are not going to get a political barage about contraception and same sex marriage, but will be accepted where we are.

St. Mary's is such a beautiful church, it's worth a visit even if you aren't Catholic. I attended…read moreweekly mass there for a few months last summer, and Fr. Chateau was always so friendly. Also, Fr. Barnes is a truly wonderful confessor!

Pastor Dorington Little is a brilliant man who has a way with words. God definitely speaks through…read morehim. Always a great sermon and the church is usually full so go early to get a seat and a parking spot.

Committed to loving God and all of His people. Services every Sunday at 9am and 11am. Children's…read moreprogramming available at both services.

Amazing Church with great people. God is clearly working there and you don't want to miss it!read more

Friendly & great services! Very warm welcoming to new members & conveniently childcare availability…read morea major plus!

Love this church! Great atmosphere, friendly people, the pastor and worship is excellent. The…read moreBraintree location is also great! A great church to grow in your faith snd grow in community

A very warm inviting parish! You only have to enter the doors ONCE to know you are in a special…read moreplace.

Father Ron is the worst priest I have ever encountered in my life. He tried to cut off a son's…read moreeulogy of his mother during her funeral, proclaimed to the whole church he was walking out, yelled at the congregation confrontationally, and then proceeded to patronize those in the church throughout the mass. He made disgustingly degrading comments about the community of Lawrence, MA and disrespected the deceased's career working there for over 30 years. He proceeded to reprimand parishioners about how they received communion at the funeral and yell at several of them. All of this occurred after he yelled at the family of the deceased prior to the service because they were "taking up too much space". He also locked the doors before the start of the ceremony so no one else could enter. Lastly, he forbid flowers the family sent from being allowed in the church. I have never seen such disgusting behavior from someone who proclaims to be a member of the clergy and should be sharing the word of God. He should be beyond ashamed of his behavior and disgusted with his actions. My entire family was baptized and married at the Star of the Sea Church, along with several communions and confirmations. And I can confidently say I will never return to this church.