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A teachers’ union is calling for two weeks of remote learning at central Catholic schools following Thanksgiving – to protect against a “likely increase” in COVID-19 cases.

We recognize that everyone is trying to balance the risk of contracting this virus with delivering effective education of children and young people. The safety of our students, teachers and staff has been a priority since the first day of school.

WEBSTER – Fond memories surfaced Sunday as alumni, families and teachers studied memorabilia at the St. Anne school building, which is for sale.

St. Rose of Lima Parish expanded an annual day-long event into a week this year, seeking to “let their light shine” and stay connected while having to remain apart.

The Bishop’s Thanksgiving Dinner coordinated by Catholic Charities will be different this year because of COVID-19.

Legacy of Hope has achieved a new milestone. The faithful of the Diocese of Worcester have pledged nearly $19 million to the capital campaign.

Last March, Knights of Columbus Mumford Council gave Our Lady of the Valley School $20,000 for technology. Not until recently were they able to see the results.

AUBURN – A scare turned into a blessing for the North American Martyrs food pantry – just in time for a holy day and the holidays.

The Massachusetts Senate voted 33-7 to expand abortion access by adding an amendment to the fiscal 2021 budget, Statehouse News reported Wednesday.

Blessings from the pope and the bishop were a blessing to couples who celebrated their wedding anniversaries in their parishes this fall.

Bishops make additional objections to an amendment in the state budget that would expand abortion access.

There remain several aspects in the proposal that are completely unacceptable... I am asking you to call your local Senator and urge him or her to vote no on any amendment that expands abortion in Massachusetts.

The Catholic Church teaches that life itself starts at conception and ends with natural death. House amendment number 759 . . .would expand abortion access in the Commonwealth well beyond what is enshrined in state law.

“I am grateful to the Holy Father that he requested such a thorough investigation of Theodore McCarrick and how he was appointed auxiliary bishop and later diocesan bishop of several dioceses and archdioceses and subsequently named Cardinal despite having sexually abused young people and adults. ..

Nineteen grants totaling $11,000 have been awarded in the Diocese of Worcester as part of the Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD).

During the month of October, 29 programs received 2020 St. Vincent Healthcare Grants totaling $72,086. The Diocese oversees the fund.

Missionaries of Our Lady of Hope hopes that Catholics in the Worcester Diocese will once again support this year’s Christmas Giving Program.

Last Friday the Bouchers celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary at a weekday Mass at St. John’s in Worcester and invited everyone to attend - virtually.

The sit-down Bishop’s Thanksgiving Dinner is cancelled this year, however, people can request that meals be delivered to their homes. Volunteers are needed.

Today our country, one of the oldest democracies and most diverse societies in the world, should take pride in the success of the electoral process. ...