Mission Statement

As individuals, families and parishes, our mission as the Diocese of Worcester is to respond joyfully to Christ’s call to become more fully the People of God.
Though imperfect, we are a blessed people striving to participate in Christ’s mission of reaching out to all. Therefore, we accept the Gospel challenge, which calls us to bring another to a deeper knowledge and love of God.
Since God calls us to live in community in the Holy Spirit, we commit ourselves in this time and place to becoming a prayerful and faith-filled Church that truly reflects the glory of God.

Holy Father Names New Monsignors

June 12, 2009, WORCESTER, MA – Most Rev. Robert J. McManus, S.T.D., Bishop of Worcester, announced that the Holy Father, Pope Benedict XVI, has conferred the honor of Chaplains to His Holiness to seven priests of the Diocese of Worcester, an honor which carries the title of Monsignor. The title is effective immediately.
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Msgr. Peter R. Beaulieu, director of mission for St. Vincent Hospital;

Msgr. John E. Doran,
pastor of St. Leo Parish, Leominster;

Msgr. Michael G. Foley,
pastor of St. Luke the Evangelist Parish in Westborough;

Msgr. Francis T. Goguen, pastor of St. Cecelia Parish in Leominster;

Msgr. Robert K. Johnson, director of the Office for Divine Worship and Episcopal Master of Ceremonies;

Msgr. Rocco Piccolomini, pastor of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel/St. Ann Parish, Worcester;

Msgr. Michael F. Rose,
pastor of St. Mary Parish, Shrewsbury.

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News

Seven Men to be Ordained Deacons

June 9, 2009, WORCESTER, MA – Most Rev. Robert J. McManus, Bishop of Worcester, will ordain seven men to the permanent diaconate on June 13 at 10 a.m. at the Cathedral of St. Paul. They are John Barton, Michael Chase, William Griffin, Colin Novick, Paul Pizzarella, Court Shields, and Anthony Xatse. All are welcome to attend the ordination. Among those scheduled to attend are diocesan representatives and family and friends of the men being ordained. CLICK to read complete release

Bishop McManus Announces Priests' Transfers

JUNE 5, 2009, WORCESTER, MA -- Most Reverend Robert J. McManus, S.T.D., Bishop of Worcester, announces the following changes in priest personnel assignment, which will take effect July 1, 2009: (CLICK FOR COMPLETE LIST)

New Superintendent Announced for Worcester Diocesan Schools

March 27, 2009, WORCESTER, MA -- Most Rev. Robert J. McManus, Bishop of Worcester announced today that Delma L. Josephson, Ph.D., has been named Superintendent of Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Worcester.

Since 2004, Mrs. Josephson has been assistant superintendent of the Narragansett Regional School District which includes Templeton and Phillipston. Mrs. Josephson will retire from the regional school district and begin her duties with the diocese this summer.

According to Bishop McManus, “I am delighted to be able to hire Mrs. Josephson as superintendent. She brings a wealth of experience to the position, both in the classroom and in administration.” CLICK FOR ENTIRE RELEASE

TV Shows & Events

Watch the
Daily Mass

Broadcast Monday through Friday and available as a QuickTIme movie, the Mass is updated each weekday afternoon. Click on image to view. A Free QuickTime download link is available from the TV Ministry site if you need it for your computer.

Talk of the Times

Conversation with Bishop McManus about current events

Join Bishop McManus and Ray Delisle as they discuss issues of the day. CLICK HERE

Diocesan Special on AAS Awards Dinner

Click on the logo for Adopt-A-Student to see highlights of the 2009 Annual Awards Dinner, including a keynote on the value of Catholic education by Dr. Cesareo, president of Assumption College.