The Diocesan Dispatch

Please Cut & Paste items in your bulletin as appropriate to your parish.     
The Diocesan Dispatch is usually published on Monday mornings by 8 am via email and fax to parishes. Submission must be received by the previous Friday for inclusion and should be at least 2 weeks before an event date in order to have an opportunity to be included in parish bulletins the week after the issue date. You can email submissions directly to rdelisle@worcesterdiocese.org.

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Latest Edition: January 14, 2019

Diocesan Special: excerpts from the December ordinations to the priesthood and diaconate will air as follows: (available on your eCatholic parish website if you use the Featured Program drag and drop icon)

Charter Communications 29 cities/towns that carry WCTR TV3 on Channel 193	Saturday, Jan. 19 at 6 p.m. Rebroadcast on the following: Sunday at 6 a.m. & Wednesday at 9:30 a.m.
SPAC TV28 (Shrewsbury)	Sunday, Jan. 20 at 7:30 a.m., 5 p.m. and on Monday, Jan. 21 at 7:30 a.m.
Clinton area Comcast CH 99	Sunday, Jan. 20 at 8:30 a.m.
WCCA TV13 (Worcester Ch. 194)	Tuesday, Jan. 22 at 8 p.m.
Fitchburg Comcast CH 8 and Verizon CH 35	Thursday, Jan. 24 at 9:30 a.m., 5 p.m.; Friday at 9:30 a.m.
Leominster LATV	Check their bulletin board for times
Athol/Orange (AOTV) Cable Access CH 13	Sunday at 11 am; Wednesday at 2:30 pm and Thursday at 2:30 am
Grafton Cable Access	Sundays at 10:30 a.m.
ALL LOCATIONS – via the internet	Watch online anytime at worcesterdiocese.org

2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
“To each individual the manifestation of the Spirit is given for some benefit.” (1 Corinthians 12:7)  St. Paul tells us that God has blessed each of us for a reason. How has God blessed you? Are you using your gifts according to God’s plan? How are you helping to build God’s kingdom here on earth? Remember that if you don’t do the work God planned for you, no one else can do it. Live the life God has intended for you, feel His love, peace and joy!

Segundo domingo del Tiempo ordinario
"A cada cual se le otorga la manifestación del Espíritu para provecho común," " (1 Corintios 12: 7)
San Pablo nos dice que Dios nos ha bendecido a cada uno de nosotros por una razón. ¿Cómo te ha bendecido Dios? ¿Estás usando tus dones según el plan de Dios? ¿Cómo estás ayudando a construir el reino de Dios aquí en la tierra? Recuerda que si no haces el trabajo que Dios planeó para ti, nadie más puede hacerlo. ¡Vive la vida que Dios ha querido para ti, siente su amor, paz y alegría!

Addiction Support Group Meeting in Webster
The first Calix Society in the Worcester Diocese (A New Hope) will meet on Saturday, Jan. 19, 1:30 - 2:45 pm (every Third Saturday of the month) downstairs in the Emmaus Center across from Sacred Heart Parish, 18 E Main St, Webster,  .  The Calix Society is a Catholic support group (supplement to AA) for those directly affected by alcohol/addiction, and for family and friends who also suffer from their effects.  It is open to all.  Call or text Kyle at 508-887-2225 for more information. 

An Evening of One Act Comedies 
St. Bernard Central Catholic High School Drama Club presents “An Evening of One Act Comedies” -- Just Desserts and The Scheme of the Driftless Shifters.  The performances will be held in the Glenn F. Downer Auditorium, located at 45 Harvard Street, Fitchburg on Saturday, Feb. 2 at 7:30pm  General Admissions is $5 and Students are $3.  Please join us for a great performance!
 
Parade of Soups in Oxford
Come & keep warm at the St. Roch Parade of Soups on Saturday, Feb. 2 at 5:30 pm at St Roch Parish Hall, 334 Main St., Oxford. Features “all you can eat” soups for an $8 donation. Contact Terry Renaud at 508-987-2382 with questions. All are welcome!

Praying for Our Adult Sons and Daughters
No one ever stops being a mom or a dad. So when our children become adults, we still worry about them—and want to care for them. One way we can still care for them is to lift them up in prayer. When we do so, God's love for them—and for us—is unleashed. John and Therese Boucher, authors and speakers on the New Evangelization will be the presenters. Join us on Saturday, Feb. 9 from 10 am to 2:00 pm,(Snow Date 2/23)  at Annunciation Parish, Holy Rosary Church Hall, 135 Nichols St., Gardner.  Registration:  $15/person donation includes light lunch, materials and book, “Praying for Our Adult Sons and Daughters: Placing Them in the Heart of God.”

Celebrate St Patrick's Day At St Roch Church
On Sunday, March 17 at 2 pm, join us at St. Roch Parish for a humorous celebration of St. Patrick’s Day with with Dave Kane & his “Jokes My Irish Father Told Me.”  Located at 334 Main St, Oxford, doors open at 1:30 pm. Tickets $15in advance $18 at the door. Contact Terry Renaud for tickets at 508-987-2382.

TO:     Parish Administration
Mark you Calendar for this year’s Chrism Mass
This year the Chrism Mass will be held the week BEFORE Holy Week, on Thursday, Aprl 11 at 10:30 am at the Cathedral of St. Paul. Please make note in your calendar. More details will follow from the Office for Divine Worship.

January 7, 2019

Come Follow Me, featuring interviews with local priests about their discernment of a vocation to the priesthood, will air as follows: (available on your eCatholic parish website if you use the Featured Program drag and drop icon)

Charter Communications 29 cities/towns that carry WCTR TV3 on Channel 193	Saturday, Jan. 12 at 6 p.m. Rebroadcast on the following: Sunday at 6 a.m. & Wednesday at 9:30 a.m.
SPAC TV28 (Shrewsbury)	Sunday, Jan. 13 at 7:30 a.m., 5 p.m. and on Monday, Jan. 14 at 7:30 a.m.
Clinton area Comcast CH 99	Sunday, Jan. 13 at 8:30 a.m.
WCCA TV13 (Worcester Ch. 194)	Tuesday, Jan. 15 at 8 p.m.
Fitchburg Comcast CH 8 and Verizon CH 35	Thursday, Jan. 17 at 9:30 a.m., 5 p.m.; Friday at 9:30 a.m.
Leominster LATV	Check their bulletin board for times
Athol/Orange (AOTV) Cable Access CH 13	Sunday at 11 am; Wednesday at 2:30 pm and Thursday at 2:30 am
Grafton Cable Access	Sundays at 10:30 a.m.
ALL LOCATIONS – via the internet	Watch online anytime at worcesterdiocese.org

Baptism of the Lord
“John answered them all, ‘I baptize you with water; but he who is mightier than I is coming…he will baptize you with the Holy Spirit... ’” (Luke 3:16) The Catholic Catechism states that “Jesus’ immersion in the water is a sign for all human beings of the need to die to themselves to do God’s will.” In other words, as baptized Catholics there is only one gift that we need to give to Jesus – the gift of ourselves. Surrender yourself to God, place your trust in Him and allow the Holy Spirit to work through you for the greater glory of God.

Bautismo del Señor
"respondió Juan a todos, diciendo: «Yo os bautizo con agua; pero viene el que es más fuerte que yo, y no soy digno de desatarle la correa de sus sandalias. Él os bautizará en Espíritu Santo y fuego»." (Lucas 3:16) El Catecismo de la Iglesia Católica afirma que "la inmersión de Jesús en el agua es una señal para todos los seres humanos de la necesidad de morir para hacer la voluntad de Dios". En otras palabras, como católicos bautizados solo hay un regalo que debemos dar a Jesús - el don de nosotros mismos. Ríndete a Dios, deposita tu confianza en Él y permite que el Espíritu Santo trabaje a través de ti para la mayor gloria de Dios.

Join the National Novena for Life
9 Days for Life is a focused period of prayer, penance, and pilgrimage set aside to mark the tragic anniversary of Roe v. Wade, the 1973 Supreme Court decision which legalized abortion during all nine months of pregnancy. The novena will take place nationwide from Jan. 14 - 22. During this time, all are invited to participate by joining together with thousands of Catholics across the country in prayer for a new intention each of the nine days. Visit www.9daysforlife.com to learn more and to download a free app for your smartphone or to sign up for daily emails or text messages with each day's prayer intention. Your prayers matter! Your sacrifices make a difference!
NOTE to bulletin editors: Web graphics for the 9 Days for Life Novena for use on parish websites and social media can be found at www.9daysforlife.com in the leader resources section.  A reproducible flyer for use as a parish bulletin insert is available by emailing aledoux@worcesterdiocese.org  .

Mass for Life
All are invited to attend the annual Mass for Life on Thursday, Jan. 17 at 7:30 p.m. at the Cathedral of St. Paul, 19 Chatham St., Worcester. Please join us as we remember the 46th tragic anniversary of Roe v. Wade and pray for an end to abortion and the conversion of our nation. We will also pray in a special way for all those who will be travelling to Washington, DC for the March for Life. All are welcome!

Catholic Girls Club
The Catholic Girls Club meets on the third Saturday of the month from 2-3 pm between October and May.  At this club, we discuss a female saint or Marian feast day and then do a corresponding craft or activity.  Our location is at the Emmaus Center across from Sacred Heart Church in Webster, (please use Day Street entrance).  The club is open to girls ages 6 and up.  There are no fees or long-term commitments.  On Jan. 19 we will meet to discuss the life of St. Agnes.  You can sign up online and ask any questions to Melissa McDonald at kyleandmelissa2004@gmail.com.   Please join us and meet some wonderful ladies!

National Day of Prayer
Did you know that in Dioceses throughout the United States, Jan. 22 is designated as a Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Human Life?  As individuals, we are called to observe this day through the penitential practices of prayer, fasting and/or giving alms, in a way similar to our Lenten practices.  Learn more about how you can participate at https://www.worcesterdiocese.org/jan-22-day-of-prayer.

Theology on Tap comes to Gardner
Young adults (college age through their 30s) are invited to join us for a Theology on Tap gathering  on Friday, Jan. 25 at 7p.m. at Williams Restaurant, 184 Pearson Blvd in Gardner ( Just off of Rt. 2) . Join us for a lively conversation facilitated by Fr. Stephen Lundrigan on Faith and Science: Can they Coexist?  Free Appetizers will be provided, and a Cash Bar will be available.

Evangelization Session in Gardner
All are welcome to join us on Saturday, Jan. 26 from 10 am-Noon at, Holy Spirit Chapel of Annunciation Parish on 50 Lovewell St., Gardner for a conversation to discuss the evangelization efforts working in our communities, explore the possibilities for growing evangelization efforts in our area and talk about next steps. This session will be facilitated by John J. Boucher, a Catholic evangelization consultant and member of our diocesan Parish Renewal and Evangelization Committee. Please help us plan to welcome you by preregistering for this free session at www.annunciationgardner.org/evangelization-listening-session.

Catholic Schools Night at the Railers
Please join us on Saturday, January 26 for Catholic Schools Night at the Worcester Railers as Bishop McManus and Superintendent Dr. Perda drop the puck at 7 PM and the following schools  will be singing the pre-game songs for that night:  Holy Name C.C. Jr. Sr. H.S. Chorus will sing the National Anthem;  Holy Family Academy in Gardner will sing America the Beautiful; and Assumption School in Millbury will sing God Bless America. To purchase tickets www.railershc.com/catholicschools. Lower level tickets are $20 and the first 1,000 tickets will receive a Catholic Schools Night/Worcester Railers T-shirt. Upper level tickets are $15 including a t-shirt while available.  After the Tshirts are gone, $5 will be donated back to the schools. The top selling schools from each size category (small 100-150 Students), (medium 151-250 students), (large 251+ students), will get a Railers player appearance at their school and will also have each student invited down to the high five line before puck drop. If you have any questions regarding ticket information, please contact Connor Haynes at the Railers at 508-365-1752.

December 27, 2018

Conversation with Bishop McManus, will air as follows: (available on your eCatholic parish website if you use the Featured Program drag and drop icon)

Charter Communications 29 cities/towns that carry WCTR TV3 on Channel 193	Saturday, Jan. 5 at 6 p.m. Rebroadcast on the following: Sunday at 6 a.m. & Wednesday at 9:30 a.m.
SPAC TV28 (Shrewsbury)	Sunday, Jan. 6 at 7:30 a.m., 5 p.m. and on Monday, Jan. 7 at 7:30 a.m.
Clinton area Comcast CH 99	Sunday, Jan. 6 at 8:30 a.m.
WCCA TV13 (Worcester Ch. 194)	Tuesday, Jan. 8at 8 p.m.
Fitchburg Comcast CH 8 and Verizon CH 35	Thursday, Jan. 10 at 9:30 a.m., 5 p.m.; Friday at 9:30 a.m.
Leominster LATV	Check their bulletin board for times
Athol/Orange (AOTV) Cable Access CH 13	Sunday at 11 am; Wednesday at 2:30 pm and Thursday at 2:30 am
Grafton Cable Access	Sundays at 10:30 a.m.
ALL LOCATIONS – via the internet	Watch online anytime at worcesterdiocese.org

Spaghetti Dinner in W. Brookfield
Our Lady of the Sacred Heart K of C Council 11080 will hold a Spaghetti Dinner on Saturday, Jan. 12 at 6 pm in Dugan Hall at Sacred Heart Church, 22 W. Main St. West Brookfield. Homemade Minestrone Soup, Salad, Spaghetti with Meatballs & Sausage, Homemade Desserts & Beverages. All for just a $10 donation! Proceeds will benefit the parish St. Vincent de Paul Society.

Taize in Worcester
The Worcester Taize group gathers at Blessed Sacrament Church, 551 Pleasant St., Worcester. The next service is Jan. 13 at 7 pm. The Taize tradition is a style of sacred music and prayer developed in France after World War II by Catholics and Protestants to come together in song and prayer for peace in the world and unity in the Christian faith.  Songbooks available to sing along. To sing with the choir, please contact Will Raymond at 508-775-3847 or will@rbusinessservices.com.

Pasta Dinner in Northbridge
St. Peter Parish in Northbridge will be hosting a Pasta Dinner on Saturday, Jan. 19 at 5:30 pm in the Parish Hall.  Bring your family for a wonderful meal and come to meet some new friends!  Tickets are $10 Adults/$8.50 Seniors and Kids ages 4-12/ $35 per Family and must be purchased in advance. All proceeds will go to help fund our Mission Trips for the Lifeteen youth in July 2019. Please call 508-234-6355 or email stplifeteen@charter.net to purchase tickets or if you have any questions.

December 17, 2018

Divine Mercy Retreat in Webster
“Divine Mercy in the Second Greatest Story Ever Told” is a dramatic 10-session journey featuring best-selling author and popular speaker Fr. Michael Gaitley, MIC. Join us at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church Rectory, 18 E. Main St., Webster, beginning Wednesday, Jan.23: TWO SESSIONS offered, 10:00-11:30 am or 7:45-9:00 pm and continuing every Wednesday (no class, Ash Wednesday, March 6)  For more information or to register for the study, contact the Parish Office @ 508 943 3140 or via email: alkotkin@aol.com. Registration deadline Jan 6, 2019.

Adult Confirmation Information
Notice for Pastors:
The annual diocesan celebration of Confirmation for adults will be held at the Cathedral of St. Paul on Sunday, February 3, 2019 at 3:00 p.m. This celebration is intended for catechized adults, age 18 and up, who have not been confirmed. The Office of Religious Education will offer a retreat for those preparing to be confirmed at the diocesan celebration. The retreat will be held at the Immaculate Conception Spiritual Renewal Center, 600 Liberty Highway, Putnam, CT, on Sunday, January 27, 2019, from 2:00 to 8:00 p.m. For further information, or to register candidates for the Confirmation celebration or the retreat, please contact the Office of Religious Education at (508) 929-4308. More information can be found on the diocesan website www.worcesterdiocese.org/religiouseducation.
Bulletin notice:
Are you a baptized, catechized Roman Catholic adult (18 or older) who has never been confirmed? The Diocese of Worcester will celebrate a diocesan-wide adult Confirmation on Sunday, February 3, 2019 at the Cathedral of St. Paul, Worcester.  A retreat to prepare for Confirmation will be offered on Sunday, January 27, 2019 at Immaculate Conception Spiritual Renewal Center in Putnam, CT. If interested, please contact the pastor for more information.

MONTHLY AND ONGOING RESOURCES

Grief Support Group at St. Richard, Sterling
We plan to begin a support group for people who are grieving the death of a loved one. This 10 week group will be held on Wednesday evenings, downstairs, in the chapel of St. Richard Church. It will go from 7 – 8:30 PM. The group will be facilitated by Bereavement Counselor Peggye Arcouette MSW, LCSW, BC. The group will be limited to 12. We may begin before Christmas if there is interest.  For more info., call Father Steuterman at St. Richard (978-422-8881) or call Peggye at (508-735-6634).

EMAIL NOTICES
We often hear from pastors and parishes saying they are not getting emails from us, even when we have a correct address. No Email system is foolproof (Gmail, MSN, Outlook, aol, Charter.net, Verizon.net,  etc.) and your provider may be very aggressively blocking emails from your inbox based on general algorithms. Please remember to check your junk mail regularly to see if emails from our Flocknote system or from worcesterdiocese.org or other sources are being inadvertently blocked. You can always use your email system’s rules when this happens to “always accept email from this sender.” Usually that option appears when you “Right Click’ on the email in question with your mouse.

Grief Support Workshop in Uxbridge
“Grieving with Great Hope” is a five-week grief support workshop from Good Mourning Ministry, a Catholic Apostolate, that will be offered at Saint Mary Parish in Uxbridge. This workshop is open to anyone who is grieving the death of a love one, whether it is a spouse, child (including pregnancy loss), grandparent, sibling, cousin, or friend. All are welcome. Everyone mourns at their own pace and everyone experiences grief in their own way. In this workshop participants will gather together as a community of faith to become disciples of hope. This workshop will be held in St. Mary Parish Center, 77 Mendon St., Uxbridge on Oct. 11, 18, 25, Nov. 8 and 15 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. The cost is $15.00 before October 2 and $20.00 after October 2 and includes a book. Please call 508-278-2226 to register. For more info please email dmoriaty@stmaryuxbridge.org.

Dementia Caregiver Support Groups
When a loved on develops Dementia, it can be difficult for everyone.  Hearing how other people have walked through the journey with their loved on can be helpful.  We invite you to join us for learning, sharing and support.  There is no obligation to share; you are welcome to come and just listen!
Beginning in October: 1st Tuesday of the Month at 5 p.m. at Saint John’s Church – Church Hall
44 Temple St., Worcester; 3rd Thursday of the Month at 9:30 a.m. – Ducharme Center, 10 Dupont St., Worcester (behind Holy Family Parish at St. Joseph Church)  For more information contact: Jeanne Pellegrino, Alzheimer Program Director, St. Francis Rehabilitation and Nursing Center  508-471-2272.

Addiction Support Group in Webster
Calix is a Catholic support group (supplement to AA) for those directly affected by alcohol/addiction, and for family and friends who are also affected.  It is open to all. The first Calix Society in the Worcester Diocese (A New Hope) will meet October 20 from 1:30 pm to 2:45 pm (and continue on the 3rd Saturday of each month) downstairs in the Emmaus Center across from Sacred Heart Church, 18 E Main St, Webster.  Call Kyle at 508-887-2225 for more information.

Calling all Fans of G.K. Chesterton
Members of a local group are currently seeking others interested in joining them at their monthly gatherings to discuss the works of G.K. Chesterton and his contemporaries.  Topics can be the Father Brown mysteries, maybe the Battle of Lepanto or eugenics.  His contemporaries were G.B. Shaw, Charles Dickens and Hilaire Belloc among others. Chesterton’s relevance to today’s world is a surprising topic in itself.  The group meets for a potluck supper usually on the second Saturday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Holy Name of Jesus House of Studies, 51 Illinois St., Worcester.  For further information, please contact Monica at monica.mckenna@yahoo.com.

Upcoming Cursillo Weekends for 2019
Cursillo or "short course in Christianity" is an uplifting and educational experience.  The weekend is facilitated by a team of laypeople and clergy who deliver organized talks and discussions.  Our 2019 dates are as follows.  Men: March 21-24 & Oct. 10-13; Women: May 2-5 & Nov. 14-17.  All weekends will be held at the Immaculate Conception Spiritual Renewal Center in Putnam, CT. For additional information, please contact Sue Leighton at 508-278-3155 or sleighton1958@gmail.com.

Consider the Legion of Mary in your parish
Below is a testimonial message from Joseph Duggan, president of the Legion of Mary in the Diocese of Worcester:
What does the Legion of Mary mean to me? The Legion is a gift to me of love. For the past 15 years that I have been a member of the Legion of Mary, it has given me much happiness and joy, with the opportunity to share that love with my fellow members and others. Our weekly meetings bring us together to pray the Rosary, so Spiritual readings, share our works being done during the past week and work together in our Spiritual growth in our faith and devotion to Our Lady.
            Visiting the sick at home, in nursing homes and prison ministry are a source of great joy to help bring Our Lord closer to whom we meet. I have learned to love Our Lady more each day and call upon her to help me spread the Good News by my actions. She is my mother and I can never do enough.
If you would like to learn more about sponsoring the Legion of Mary in your parish, contact Mr. Duggan at 508-856-7129 or email joebobduggan@outlook.com. Thank you.
  ONGOING RESOURCES

Senior Fraud Hotline
RSVP’s Senior Fraud HelpLine is a toll-free resource for seniors and their families to call when they are concerned that they are being targeted by scammers.  If they are in doubt, they should check it out by calling 1-800-297-9760. Confidential. Knowledgeable. Local. Supportive.

Catholic Programming for Ham Radio Operators
Tune in on Sunday evenings at 8 pm to Saint Maximilian Kolbe Net - Net Control is K3QNT with W1HGY as alternate. Dr. Ted Figlock - W1HGY of Taunton, MA -  and Lloyd Roach - K3QNT of Bedford, PA -  founded the net in 1997 to commemorate the life and martyrdom of Saint Maximilian Maria Kolbe – SP3RN.  Father Kolbe was a Franciscan Priest who founded Niepokalanow (City of Mary), a large monastery in Poland dedicated to communications. Maximilian Kolbe was canonized by Pope John Paul II on 10 October 1982.  He is considered the patron saint of the addicted and of amateur radio operators.  Visit www.saintmaxnet.org for more information about this and related ham operator information.

Looking to make a Retreat?

Franciscan Guest House & Retreat Facilities welcomes you to refresh & renew from the outside world and bask in the peaceful presence of the Monastery, Shrine and grounds located in Kennebunkport, ME.  The Retreat House is just steps away from the radiant Shrine & Chapel of St. Anthony and offers 47 acres full of beautiful grottos and peaceful walking paths along the Kennebunk River. Open to retreat groups and individuals wishing to focus on their spirituality. Mass celebrated Daily. Special rates now through May 2016 starting midweek at just $45.00 per night! Call Marge Oliveri, toll free 844-253-2972.

Volunteer To Help With Food Distribution In Our Food Pantry
Catholic Charities Emergency Stabilization Services located on Hammond Street in Worcester is looking for volunteers who might be able to assist them with distributing food in our food pantry. Volunteers must be available once a week from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm and be able to lift cases of food. Volunteer days: Monday - Friday. Thank you for your consideration. All help is much needed and appreciated! Contact: Maydeé Morales at 508-860-2206 or via e-mail to mmorales@ccworc.org.

FOR CLERGY: OBTAINING INFORMATION FOR HOSPITALIZED PARISHIONERS AT SAINT VINCENT HOSPITAL 

The general method of obtaining information about the hospitalized members of your parish remains the same. Weekdays, during normal business hours, call 508-363-9233 and wait for the voice prompt; then, enter extension 22241. Your call will be automatically transferred to the hospital’s patient information desk. Give the receptionist your three-digit parish code number(s). On weekends, holidays and during the evening hours, you must call the hospital operator directly at 508-363-5000 and supply her with your parish code(s). For those parishes that have been merged or renamed, you will have to use multiple code numbers in order to obtain a thorough listing of your parishioners. For patients who have invoked patient confidentiality, in accord with legal requirements, these names will not be available to you.

DAILY MASS ON TV AND THE INTERNET 

Tune in on Monday through Friday on Charter TV3 on channel 193 at 9 am for the local Daily Mass on cable celebrated by various priests from around our diocese. Also airs at 4:30 pm in Shrewsbury on Ch. 28, and 5 pm in Clinton area on Ch. 8. 

INTERESTED IN LEARNING HOW TO HELP IN TV MINISTRY? 

Whether you like to operate a camera, or would like to learn audio controls or even how to produce, we have a place for you in TV Ministry. We will train – all you need is a desire to learn and some free time. Call Steve at 508-791-203 9 or email tvmass@charter.net for more information. Great service opportunity for high school or college students and retirees alike! 

 

REDUCED-FEE LEGAL SERVICES IN WORCESTER 
The Worcester County Bar Association has a Reduced Fee Program where household income exceeds the requirements for free legal assistance but makes hiring an attorney unfeasible. You must be a Worcester County resident and legal services include bankruptcy, mortgage foreclosures, wills, divorces, custody and evictions. Call 800-622-9700 800-622-9700 for more information, indicating your interest in the Reduced Fee Program. 

UNIVERSITY OF DAYTON ONLINE LEARNING (DIOCESAN PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM) 
Have you ever had a desire to expand your knowledge of the faith in areas such as Scripture, Liturgy and Worship, Prayer and Spirituality, Sacraments, Creed, or Church History? Check out the on-line courses available to adults through our Diocesan Partnership Program with U Dayton and the Virtual Community for Faith Formation. You can receive a substantial discount while learning in your own space during your personal hours of availability. If you have any questions, please call Barbara Ramian at 508-929-4308.

PROJECT RACHEL CAN HELP WITH THE PAIN OF A PAST ABORTION 
Hurting from a past abortion? We can help. Project Rachel is the Catholic Church’s ministry of healing and reconciliation to those who have been wounded by abortion. Our services are free and strictly confidential. Call Project Rachel at (508) 791-HOPE. 

FERTILITY CARE PROGRAM 
There is an alternative to artificial methods of birth control and IVF. Learn about The Creighton Model System of FertilityCare, the reproductive science that is 99% effective to avoid pregnancy, highly effective to achieve pregnancy and offers couples who are experiencing infertility hope to achieve their dream of pregnancy without artificial reproductive technologies. This is accomplished while following the teachings of the church. To learn more about the program contact Barbara Meier, RN, FertilityCare Practitioner at 609-457-0108 609-457-0108 or fertilitycare@ymail.com.

CAR DONATION PROGRAM
Did you know you can donate your car, truck, motorcycle or boat to Catholic Charities and help us help your Worcester County neighbors?  It’s quick and easy to do.  Just visit our website to donate your vehicle online atwww.ccworc.org or call 1-888-CAR-7308 1-888-CAR-7308 to arrange a convenient pickup time and confirmation of your donation from Catholic Charities Donation Angel Program.  The car in your driveway can help us to continue to offer many services to children, families and elders in our community so that they may regain home for a brighter future.  Thank you!

 Mental Health Providers Directory
An extensive directory of mental health providers in Worcester who serve children and families, as well as bilingual providers, is available from the Worcester Community Action Council, Main St. Worcester.

Employees or Independent Contractors?
The Office of the Attorney General of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts has issued new guidance on the classification of hired personnel as employees or independent contractors. Hired personnel are considered employees unless: (1) the individual is free from the employers direction and control in connection with the performance of the service, both under his or her contract for the performance of service and in fact; (2) the service the individual performs is outside the usual course of business of the employer; and (3) the individual is customarily engaged in an independently established trade, occupation, profession, or business of the same nature as that involved in the service performed.