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Bishop Confirms Commitment to the charter for youth protection
“...Since arriving in Worcester more than 14 years ago, I have had no more difficult pastoral responsibility as your bishop than to hear first-hand from victims the details of the abuse which took place during their childhood. Listening to the painful burdens which they carried for decades is sometimes more than the human heart can...”
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Today's Readings
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Reading 1 Lv 19:1-2, 17-18Responsorial Psalm Ps 103:1-2, 3-4, 8, 10, 12-13Reading 2 1 Cor 3:16-23Gospel Mt 5:38-48
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Local News
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February 21
Bishop McManus has announced the appointment of four new pastors in the Diocese of Worcester.Read More -
February 20
How about doing something to care for “our common home” and the people who live with us? The Environmental Stewardship Ministry has suggestions.Read More -
February 19
Father Charles R. Armey Jr., 79, died Feb. 17. Calling hour Thursday, 6-7 p.m., in St. John Church, 44 Temple St., Worcester. Funeral Friday at 10 a.m. in St. John’s.Read More -
February 18
The attached letter was sent to the families of both the Holy Name and St. Peter-Marian Central Catholic Jr.-Sr. High Schools this afternoon: Dear families of students at Holy Name and St. Peter-Marian Jr./Sr. High Schools When I accepted the proposal to merge our Catholic high schools in Worcester and to open a new high school, it was because I am committed to offering an option for an excellent Catholic secondary education in the city. I also accepted the recommendation ...Read More -
February 14
The following letter was shared with students, staff and families at Holy Name and St. Peter Marian Central Catholic Jr-Sr High Schools today. In it the Superintendent of Catholic Schools, Dr. David Perda updated everyone on some senior administration decisions, progress on the site selection and recognized a group of students from both schools who are collaborating moving forward.Read More -
February 14
Want to start or revamp youth ministry in your parish or just get some new ideas? Diocesan youth ministry office has a plan.Read More
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Catholic News Service
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IMAGE: CNS photo/courtesy Jean Vanier Association By Philippe Vaillancourt MONTREAL (CNS) -- Jean Vanier, founder of the ecumenical L'Arche communities that provide group homes and spiritual support...
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IMAGE: CNS photo/Rhina Guidos By Rhina Guidos The Vatican announced Feb. 22 that Pope Francis has recognized the martyrdom of a fellow Jesuit, Salvadoran Father Rutilio Grande, and two companions who...
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IMAGE: CNS photo/Living Bread Radio By CANTON, Ohio (CNS) -- Great Catholic Music, a free Catholic music platform with over 16,000 downloads, is partnering with Irish Catholic recording artist Dana...
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IMAGE: CNS photo/courtesy Diocese of St. Petersburg By ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (CNS) -- Bishop Gregory L. Parkes of St. Petersburg has declared Feb. 23 as Safe Haven Sunday, a day when parishes in the...
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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.
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say "no" to expanded abortion in massachusetts
Click HERE to access resources at the Massachsuetts Catholic Conference to find out how to let your voice be heard!
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Around the Diocese
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Sunday, February 23, 11:30 AMThe Diocesan African Ministry will hold Mass weekly St. Andrew the Apostle Mission, 5 Spaulding at 11:30am.Read More
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Sunday, February 23, 12:30 PMSt. Anthony of Padua Parish, 84 Salem Street will celebrate Mass in Swahili and English weekly at 12:30pm.Read More
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Sunday, February 23, 2:00 PMSt. Joan of Arc, 570 Lincoln Street will celebrate Mass in Twi weekly, 2pm.Read More
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Monday, February 24, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PMA Divorced/Separated Catholic Support Group meets the 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month from 7 – 9 pm at North American Martyrs Church, Altar Server Room, 8 Wyoma Drive, Auburn MA 01501.Read More
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Tuesday, February 25, 6:00 PMJoin us on Shrove Tuesday, Feb. 25 at 6 pm for the burning of the palms, a traditional pancake supper, and Mardi Gras celebration. Our Youth Ministry will be serving up pancakes, sausages, applesauce, and desserts in the parish hall. Children can make a mask, collect some beads, and the whole family can enjoy a pancake feast – and experience a sharp contrast with the beginning of Lent on Ash Wednesday. A freewill offering will be accepted at the door. Did you save your blessed palms from last year’s Palm Sunday? Bring them to the Pancake Supper with you! Before we eat we’ll gather in the side parking lot with Fr. Javier who will burn them. The ashes created at the burning of the palms will be used on Ash Wednesday. At St. Mary's in ShrewsburyRead More
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Wednesday, February 26The Spring 40 Days for Life campaign to end abortion through prayer and fasting, peaceful public vigil and education will run from Feb 26-April 5. The prayer vigil is held daily 7 am - 7 pm outside of Planned Parenthood, 470 Pleasant St. Worcester. Go to 40daysforlife.com/Worc... or call Lee Crowley at 508-887-1064 for further information and sign up to pray at the vigil.Read More
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Friday, February 28Broadway returns to Worcester when Assumption College presents the 2012 revival of Godspell on Friday, Feb. 28 and Saturday, Feb. 29 at 7:30 p.m. in the state-of-the-art Jeanne Y. Curtis Performance Hall on campus, 500 Salisbury Street, Worcester. Tickets are $15 for the general public – use the code GODSPELL for $5 tickets! Tickets may be purchased at assumption.edu/Godspel....Read More
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Friday, February 28, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AMFor more information please call Maddy Hennessy at 508-860-2261 or email at mhennessy@ccworc.org.Read More
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Friday, February 28, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PMSt. Andrew Bobola Parish is sponsoring Lenten Fish Dinners beginning Friday, Feb. 28 through March 28 from 4 - 7 pm. Baked or fried fish, baked potato or French fries, coleslaw, roll and a beverage. Clam chowder will also be available. Cost is $12 for adults and $5 for children. Eat in or take out. If you have any questions call Cathy Damian at 508-641-6222 and leave a voice mail or text, or you may call the Rectory.Read More
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Friday, February 28, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PMEddy's Chowder House is open the Fridays of Lent, Feb. 28 though April 3 from 4 to 7 pm. Eat in or Take out. St. Edward Church Hall, 10 Church St. Westminster. Menu: Clam Chowder, Corn Chowder, and Fish Chowder, by the Bowl, Pint or Quart. Made from scratch!Read More
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Friday, February 28, 4:30 PM - 7:00 PMPlease join us on Ash Wednesday (Feb. 26) & Fridays during Lent beginning on Feb 28 from 4:30 until 7 pm in the Parish Center. Orders are available to take out or eat in. You may phone orders ahead starting at 4:30 pm at 508-234-3232. Complete meals of Fried Haddock & Chips or Baked Haddock w/ Baked Potato - $10, Mac & Cheese with Fries - $5. All meals come with Cole Slaw. Dine in includes beverage & dessert. Clam Chowder- $3 per cup / $5 per bowl. Come enjoy great conversations as well as a wonderful meal. Proceeds support St. Patrick's Church, Whitinsville YNIA (Young Neighbors in Action)Read More
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Friday, February 28, 4:30 PM - 6:30 PMJoin us at Saint Louis Church Hall, 14 Lake Street, Webster every Friday during the Lenten Season Feb. 28 through April 3 from 4:30 - 6:30 pm. Cost is $12 per Dinner (Eat-in or Take-out). Your Choice of: Baked Fish & Baked Potato or Fried Fish & Chips, Clam Chowder, Clam Fritters, and Mac & Cheese also available. Complimentary Dessert & Coffee!Read More
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FOrward in Faith Recap
As our Diocese embarks on the Legacy of Hope Capital Campaign, you may recall the 1999 Capital Campaign -Forward in Faith. CLICK HERE to review a slide show of the results of that campaign and the status of the various endow-ments as of Dec. 31, 2019. -
TV Ministry on Charter TV has Moved to CH 193
Charter TV3 moved to Channel 193 on cable boxes. If you no longer see the Daily Mass, Sunday Mass, Family Rosary or weekly specials on Channel 3 on your Charter cable box, go to Channel 193.
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