Three years ago, my spouse and I encountered something we never expected: the beginning of a profound and life-changing journey with the Shalom Catholic Community here in Boston. At the time, we couldn’t have imagined how deeply this community would become woven into the fabric of our lives. Today, it is hard to picture life without them. For me personally, the journey has been especially transformative. I did not grow up in the faith, and yet, through Shalom, I have come to know the love of God in an intimate and life-giving way. What began as a curiosity became an encounter — one that has led to countless moments of joy, healing, and growth. Whether it was spending time in ...