Our History
Msgr. Bernard O’Kane oversaw the construction of the upper church, which was dedicated by Archbishop (later Cardinal) Richard Cushing on July 3, 1949 during a Confirmation celebration.
Msgr. John E. Mullarkey, then pastor, celebrated the laying of the cornerstone for the new school building after liturgy on October 31, 1955 attended by Cardinal Cushing and in 1966 celebrated the completion of the new rectory. Today, Saint Pius V School offers quality Catholic Education to over 530 students.
Father Joseph Collins became pastor in September 1971 and under his direction the lower church was converted into the parish hall.
In 1983, a new team ministry of Fathers Thomas Buckley, Paul Kilroy and David D’Olimpio came to Saint Pius V Parish Their vision and understanding of the nature and purpose of the parish unit gave rise to the concept of Pastoral Staff that has developed in Saint Pius V Parish over the ensuing years. While the staff’s membership has changed many times, the vision guiding the life of the parish has been marked by consistency and continuity. This reality is singular.
Reverend Edward T. Malone assumed the responsibilities of pastor in May 1994. Father Ed chose to continue to guide the pastoral and administrative life of the parish in collaboration with Saint Pius V Pastoral Staff. In the spirit of collaboration, Saint Pius V Parish works at developing relationships with other parishes in our city. Our parish eagerly welcomed many parishioners from the parish of Saint Jean Baptiste in 1998.
A new team ministry chose to serve Saint Pius V Parish in August 1999. Fathers Neil J. Mullaney and Joseph M. Rossi, like their predecessors, continue to develop and nurture the leadership style of a Pastoral Staff, who work together for the well being of Saint Pius V Parish. Empowerment and enablement of our parish membership is a top priority at Saint Pius V Parish.