St. Mary Parish’s new Prayer Warrior ministry will gather 8:30-9:30 a.m., Mondays, in the Good Shepherd Center, 77 Mendon St., to lift up the needs of the Church, individuals and community. All are welcome.

St. Anne Prayer Shawl members meet Mondays, 10 a.m.-noon, in the parish hall, 20 Boston Road, to knit/crochet for people in need of a blessed shawl. CLICK FOR MORE.

Christ the King Parish, 1052 Pleasant St., will celebrate a 5:30 p.m. Mass weekdays of Advent in addition to the 7 a.m. Mass, beginning Monday, Dec. 1- Dec. 23.

St. Joseph Church, 10 H Putnam Ext., will host an Advent book study for women in their 20s & 30s 6:30-8 p.m., Mondays of Advent, in the St. Gabrielle conference room. To register email Brittany therussells125@gmail.com. $10 registration includes a devotional book. Walk-ins welcome!

The Our Lady of Czestochowa book club meets 7-8:15 p.m., Mondays in the church hall. Visit olcworcester.com for the list of upcoming books or contact Julie at 508-320-2965. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

St. Luke the Evangelist Parish, 70 W. Main St., will hold exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and adoration after its 9 a.m. Mass Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m., including the rosary at 9:30 a.m., the Divine Mercy chaplet at 3 p.m., prayers for the sanctity of life at 5 p.m., and concluding with Benediction at 6 p.m. CLICK FOR MORE.

St. Francis of Assisi Parish holds adoration and Benediction Tuesday mornings following the 9 a.m. Mass at St. Thomas-a-Becket Church, 398 Vernon Ave., till about 10:30 a.m.

The Mt. Carmel Golden Years Club is always welcoming new members. Meetings are held 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Tuesdays, in the Our Lady of Loreto parish center, 37A Massasoit Road. Bring a lunch, followed by socializing and bingo.

The Kolbe Family Group is open to friends and family of loved ones who are struggling with substance abuse and mental illness. This group provides spiritual and emotional support as well as educational resources. CLICK FOR MORE.

The St. Luke the Evangelist Divine Mercy Cenacle meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month, 7-8:30 p.m. in the church, 70 West Main St. To join or for information contact Andrea Malo, atandreamalo2@gmail.com.

Adoration will be held 6 a.m.-8 p.m., Wednesdays, in the Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Church, 135 Nichols St. All are welcome. Volunteer for an hour a week, an hour a month, or be placed on a substitute list. Contact Anne Roberts 978-632-4075.

St. Mary of the Assumption Parish will hold first Wednesday devotions to the Most Chaste Heart of St. Joseph for those wishing to obtain the promised special graces for the sick and dying. The St. Joseph Chaplet will be prayed after the 9 a.m. Mass in the St. Joseph Chapel of the parish center, 17 Winter St. (livestreamed at stmarymilford.org/live-streamed-masses) For information call 508-473-2000.

ESL CLASSES-WORCESTER: Our Lady of Providence hosts English as a Second Language classes on Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. in two 10-week sessions in the former Marie Anne Center, 236 Lincoln St. Contact Meaghan O’Sadnick at mosadnick@olpworcester.org for details.

St. Peter Parish, 39 Church Ave., will hold a weekly bible study Wednesdays at 7 p.m. in the parish hall. Fr. Michael Lavallee will facilitate these sessions reflecting on the gospel for the coming Sunday and more. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

A pro-life Mass will be celebrated by Father Tony Kazarnowicz at 11 a.m., Thursdays, in the Problem Pregnancy chapel, followed by recitation of the Latin rosary on the sidewalk across the street from Planned Parenthood, 475 Pleasant St.

St. Bernard Church of Our Lady of Providence Parish, 228 Lincoln St., will hold adoration of the Blessed Sacrament first Thursdays following the 8:15 a.m. Mass - 6:45 p.m. Scheduled adorers needed. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

St. John Paul Parish holds eucharistic adoration Thursdays after the 8:45 a.m. Mass, 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. in St. Mary Church, 247 Hamilton St. 

Adopt-A-Student will hold a fund-raising reception 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 4, at St. Paul Diocesan Jr./Sr. High School, 144 Granite St., Worcester. Varied food stations & passed hors d’oeuvres, complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks included. Visit adopt-a-student.net/recognitionreception to sponsor the event or purchase tickets by Nov. 19.

Family Prayer Night at St. George Church every Thursday at 6 p.m. In the upper church there is a gathering of people who pray for all families. For information call 508-853-0183. CLICK FOR MORE.

Holy Family Academy holds bingo Thursdays, 6:30-10 p.m., in the Holy Rosary Church hall,135 Nichols St. Doors open at 4:30.

A young adult (18-35) group will meet to pray the St. Michael Chaplet 7 p.m., every 1st and 3rd Thursday at Annunciation Parish Center behind Holy Rosary Church, 135 Nichols St. For information about this event and/or the group, contact Jonah Kattau at jdkattau@gmail.com.

St. Mary Parish will hold a nine-month Novena to the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus on the First Friday of the month after the 8:30 a.m. Mass beginning on Oct. 3 and conclude in June in preparation for the Feast of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus June 12, 2026.

Msgr. Józef Niżnik, rector of the St. Andrew Bobola shrine in Strachocina, Poland, will give Advent retreats in Polish at the St. Andrew Bobola Shrine Dec. 5-7 and Dec. 12-14. Pilgrims from Polish parishes are especially invited to attend. Contact 508-943-5633 or 508-365-7105.

Sacred Heart-St. Catherine of Sweden Parish, 596 Cambridge St., will hold adoration monthly on First Friday, CLICK FOR DETAILS. 

Our Lady of Czestochowa, 34 Ward St., holds adoration 3-6:30 p.m. Fridays, starting with Divine Mercy chaplet and followed by Mass in Polish.

St. Cecilia Parish, 188 Mechanic St., will hold bingo Fridays. Doors open at 4 p.m. Games begin at 6:30 p.m.

Sacred Heart-St. Catherine of Sweden Parish, 596 Cambridge St., will hold bingo Fridays. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Games begin at 6:30 p.m. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

St. Andrew Bobola Shrine, 54 W. Main St., holds adoration 6:30-7:30 p.m. Fridays after the 6 p.m. Mass, including St. Faustina devotion, chaplet, prayers & blessing with 1st class relic.

St. Anne Parish, 20 Boston Road, will hold Catholic Trivia Friday evenings in the parish hall, beginning with the rosary at 6 p.m. and immediately follow with Trivia. All are welcome.

Our Lady of Mercy Maronite Catholic Church invites ladies to a candlelight event 6:30-9 p.m., Friday, Dec. 5, to prepare for Christ's birth, featuring Bishop Gregory Mansour and keynote speaker Sr. Therese Maria Toumas of the Maronite Servants of Christ. Donation $30. Call Mimi at 508-769-6307 or visit cedaroflebanonfcc.com to register.

Pack 37 Cub Scouts, chartered through Christ the King Church Worcester meets every Friday 6:30pm.

On First Friday Annunciation Parish will celebrate Mass at 6:30 p.m. followed by adoration from 7-7:30 p.m., in the Holy Spirit Chapel, 50 Lovewell St. Priests will be available for confessions during this adoration time.

Back to Basics Narcotics Anonymous Support group for those attempting to recover from drugs meets 7-8 p.m., Fridays at Our Lady of Lourdes Chruch in the parish hall, 1290 Grafton St. National Helpline: 1-800-662-4357

Assumption University Campus Ministry presents an Advent Festival of Lessons and Carols 7:30 p.m., Friday, Dec. 5 in the Chapel of the Holy Spirit, 500 Salisbury St., performed by Music Ministry and Chorale/VOCE ensembles.

Mary, Queen of the Rosary Parish will hold its Christmas Faire in the parish hall, 7 Church St., 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 6, featuring unique hand-crafted items and seasonal decor, bake goods, candy, poinsettia plants, raffles and a Christmas Treasure Shop. CLICK FOR DETAIL.

On First Saturday, Mary, Queen of the Rosary Parish, 7 Church St., will celebrate an 8 a.m. Mass and confession, followed by exhibition of the Blessed Sacrament and adoration through noon. Benediction is at noon. All are welcome!

St. George Rosary Group will gather on the First Saturday of every month, currently at 7:30 a.m., in the church, 38 Brattle St. Contact Jim Hachey at 508-579-9623.

St. Joseph Parish will hold its Christmas Bazaar 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 6, in the parish center, 68 Central St., featuring Christmas decorations, attic treasures, toys, jewelry, knit goods, baked goods, homemade candies, festive boxwoods, raffles and a door prize.

St. Gabriel’s Church, 151 Mendon St., will hold its Christmas Fair 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 6, featuring fresh balsam wreaths, cemetery baskets, gift and bake tables and raffles. Free admission!

The St. Joseph-St. Pius X’s New 2 You Thrift Shop/ Furniture Gallery will hold its Holiday Bazaar 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 6 at 759 Main St., featuring discounts, a chance to win a holiday centerpiece, raffles, kids crafts and face painting, food and take a picture with our guest Santa.

St. Joseph the Good Provider will hold its Christmas Shoppe Fair 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday and 9 a.m.-noon, Sunday, Dec. 6 & 7, in the church hall, 52 West St., browse, have lunch and play raffles (drawn noon Sunday). CLICK FOR DETAILS.

All are invited to a diocesan-wide Family Holy Hour 9:30 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 6 (The feast of St. Nicholas) at Our Lady of the Angels Parish, 1222 Main St., (Confessions available during holy hour.) followed by fellowship with light snacks and gym space for kids to run around. Bring a family-favorite snack to share! To RSVP and learn more visit bit.ly/family-holy-hour.

St. Mary-Uxbridge - First Saturday, 9:30 a m. Morning Mass will be held on the FIRST Saturday of the month. CLICK COR DETAILS.

The Little Audrey Santo First Saturday Mass and devotions will be held 10:30 a.m., in the backyard at 68 So. Flagg St., Worcester. Call 508-755-8712 to inform us of your visit. CLICK FOR MORE.

Our Lady of Mercy Parish, 341 June St., will hold its First Saturday devotions at 3 p.m., including adoration, rosary, Divine Mercy Chaplet, confession and concludes with 4 p.m. Mass. All are welcome. 

St. Andrew Bobola Parish, 54 West Main St., will hold First Saturday devotions with confession at 3 p.m., a rosary procession with Our Lady of Fatima statue around the church at 3:30 p.m. and Mass at 4 p.m.

St. John Paul II Parish invites you to pray the holy rosary for the protection of the unborn 3 p.m., Saturdays at Notre Dame Church, 446 Main St.

Our Lady of Hope Parish will hold an Advent guest celebrant and homilist series at the 4 p.m. Vigil Mass at St. Mary Church, 17 Waterville St., with Father Enoch K. Kyeremateng on Dec. 6, Father Diego A. Buritica on Dec. 13, and Msgr. F. Stephen Pedone on Dec. 20.

Our Lady of Hope Parish will hold an Advent guest celebrant and homilist series at the 4 p.m. Vigil Mass at St. Mary Church, 17 Waterville St., with Father Enoch Kyeremateng on Dec. 6, Father Diego Buritica on Dec. 13, and Msgr. Stephen Pedone on Dec. 20.

St. Andrew Bobola Parish, 54 West Main St., welcomes pilgrims to Sunday Masses with a blessing with the St. Andrews Bobola relic, 10:30 a.m. in English, followed by coffee shop and at noon in Polish. For information, call the rectory at 508-943-5633.

St. Andrew Bobola Shrine, 54 W. Main St., will host Msgr. Józef Niżnik, rector of the St. Andrew Bobola shrine in Strachocina, Poland, who will bless people with a relic of St. Andrew Bobola during the 10:30 a.m. English-language pilgrim Mass Dec. 7 and 14. Father Krzysztof Korcz, pastor, will translate. The English translation of Msgr. Niżnik’s book, “Apparitions of St. Andrew Bobola After Death” will be available for purchase. Contact 508-943-5633 or 508-365-7105. CLICK FOR MORE.

Assumption Elementary School will hold its Christmas craft fair/Winter Carnival, at Our Lady of the Assumption Church Hall, 12 Waters St., 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 7, as a trolley stop on the Millbury Chain of Lights. It will include vendors, games, face painting, lunch and raffles.

St. Anne and St. Patrick Parish, 16 Church St., holds anointing of the sick 3 p.m. on the first Sunday of every month.

The St. Mary and Divine Mercy Young Adult Group will meet 3-5 p.m., Sundays for Bible study in the conference room, 77 Mendon St. All young adults, ages 18-29, are welcome! Contact Jared Guertin at 508-244-7467.

Blessed Sacrament Parish, 555 Pleasant St., will hold an Advent Concert with Lessons & Carols 3:30 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 7.

St. John Guardian of Our Lady Parish will hold Holy Hours by Candlelight 4-5 p.m., Sundays of Advent, including confession and choral music.

OL of Providence Parish, St. Bernard Church, 236 Lincoln St., will hold its annual tree lighting Sunday, Dec. 7 after the 5 p.m. Mass, with caroling, cookies and a visit from Santa.

Sacred Heart – St Catherine of Sweden Parish, 596 Cambridge St., will host the diocesan Ultreya 6:30-8 p.m. on the first Sunday of the month.

The Mary & Martha Sodality hosts a coffee hour in the Dugan Center, 22 W. Main St., on the first Sunday of the month following the 8 a.m. Mass at the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church.

St. Mary Parish’s new Prayer Warrior ministry will gather 8:30-9:30 a.m., Mondays, in the Good Shepherd Center, 77 Mendon St., to lift up the needs of the Church, individuals and community. All are welcome.

St. Anne Prayer Shawl members meet Mondays, 10 a.m.-noon, in the parish hall, 20 Boston Road, to knit/crochet for people in need of a blessed shawl. CLICK FOR MORE.

St. Joseph Church, 10 H Putnam Ext., will host an Advent book study for women in their 20s & 30s 6:30-8 p.m., Mondays of Advent, in the St. Gabrielle conference room. To register email Brittany therussells125@gmail.com. $10 registration includes a devotional book. Walk-ins welcome!

Pieta is an ongoing support group for bereaved parents. Anyone who has experienced the death of a child is welcome to attend. Meetings are held the second Monday of the month at St. George Church, 40 Brattle St., at 7 p.m. in the conference room. For more information, call Terry Gentile at 508-284-0796 or Sue Stevens at 508-852-4887, or email pieta3@gmail.com.

The Our Lady of Czestochowa book club meets 7-8:15 p.m., Mondays in the church hall. Visit olcworcester.com for the list of upcoming books or contact Julie at 508-320-2965. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

Calling all men to experience Christ-centered brotherhood at the Shrewsbury Cor Men's Prayer Group. Meetings are 7-8:30 p.m. the second Monday (March 10) of the month at the St. Anne's Father Smith Center basement, 130 Boston Tnpk. Can't join us? Then please pray for us! Contact Eric at kofc@ewanco.com. CLICK FOR MORE.

St. Luke the Evangelist Parish, 70 W. Main St., will hold exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and adoration after its 9 a.m. Mass Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m., including the rosary at 9:30 a.m., the Divine Mercy chaplet at 3 p.m., prayers for the sanctity of life at 5 p.m., and concluding with Benediction at 6 p.m. CLICK FOR MORE.

St. Francis of Assisi Parish holds adoration and Benediction Tuesday mornings following the 9 a.m. Mass at St. Thomas-a-Becket Church, 398 Vernon Ave., till about 10:30 a.m.

The Mt. Carmel Golden Years Club is always welcoming new members. Meetings are held 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Tuesdays, in the Our Lady of Loreto parish center, 37A Massasoit Road. Bring a lunch, followed by socializing and bingo.

The St. Vincent De Paul Society of St. Roch Parish sponsors a free hot meal 5-6 p.m., the 2nd Tuesday of each month, in the parish hall, 334 Main St. CLICK FOR DETAILS

Adoration will be held 6 a.m.-8 p.m., Wednesdays, in the Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Church, 135 Nichols St. All are welcome. Volunteer for an hour a week, an hour a month, or be placed on a substitute list. Contact Anne Roberts 978-632-4075.

ESL CLASSES-WORCESTER: Our Lady of Providence hosts English as a Second Language classes on Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. in two 10-week sessions in the former Marie Anne Center, 236 Lincoln St. Contact Meaghan O’Sadnick at mosadnick@olpworcester.org for details.

St. Peter Parish, 39 Church Ave., will hold a weekly bible study Wednesdays at 7 p.m. in the parish hall. Fr. Michael Lavallee will facilitate these sessions reflecting on the gospel for the coming Sunday and more. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

The Knights of Columbus Council #228 is welcoming new members at their meetings on second Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. in the Fr. Marcotte Church Hall.

A pro-life Mass will be celebrated by Father Tony Kazarnowicz at 11 a.m., Thursdays, in the Problem Pregnancy chapel, followed by recitation of the Latin rosary on the sidewalk across the street from Planned Parenthood, 475 Pleasant St.

St. John Paul Parish holds eucharistic adoration Thursdays after the 8:45 a.m. Mass, 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. in St. Mary Church, 247 Hamilton St. 

Family Prayer Night at St. George Church every Thursday at 6 p.m. In the upper church there is a gathering of people who pray for all families. For information call 508-853-0183. CLICK FOR MORE.

Holy Family Academy holds bingo Thursdays, 6:30-10 p.m., in the Holy Rosary Church hall,135 Nichols St. Doors open at 4:30.

St. Mary of the Assumption Parish, 17 Winter St., will honor Our Lady of Guadalupe, the patroness of the Americas, beginning with a rosary at 11:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 11, and at midnight Friday, Dec. 12, Las Mañanitas followed by Holy Mass and light refreshments. Bring a rose to present during the Rosary to honor Our Lady and ask her protection.

Msgr. Józef Niżnik, rector of the St. Andrew Bobola shrine in Strachocina, Poland, will give Advent retreats in Polish at the St. Andrew Bobola Shrine Dec. 5-7 and Dec. 12-14. Pilgrims from Polish parishes are especially invited to attend. Contact 508-943-5633 or 508-365-7105.

Fatima Shrine hosts a Pax Christi group which meets on the second Friday of the month, 4-5:30 p.m. New members are welcome. CLICK FOR MORE

Our Lady of Czestochowa, 34 Ward St., holds adoration 3-6:30 p.m. Fridays, starting with Divine Mercy chaplet and followed by Mass in Polish.

St. Cecilia Parish, 188 Mechanic St., will hold bingo Fridays. Doors open at 4 p.m. Games begin at 6:30 p.m.

Sacred Heart-St. Catherine of Sweden Parish, 596 Cambridge St., will hold bingo Fridays. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Games begin at 6:30 p.m. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

St. Andrew Bobola Shrine, 54 W. Main St., holds adoration 6:30-7:30 p.m. Fridays after the 6 p.m. Mass, including St. Faustina devotion, chaplet, prayers & blessing with 1st class relic.

St. Anne Parish, 20 Boston Road, will hold Catholic Trivia Friday evenings in the parish hall, beginning with the rosary at 6 p.m. and immediately follow with Trivia. All are welcome.

St. Mary Parish, 640 Main St., will hold a Christmas carol festival 6:30 p.m., Friday, Dec. 12, to prepare for Christmas through scripture, music, and community. Invite a friend or family member to come with you. Bring a plate of cookies to share, if you are able.

Pack 37 Cub Scouts, chartered through Christ the King Church Worcester meets every Friday 6:30pm.

Back to Basics Narcotics Anonymous Support group for those attempting to recover from drugs meets 7-8 p.m., Fridays at Our Lady of Lourdes Chruch in the parish hall, 1290 Grafton St. National Helpline: 1-800-662-4357

Our Lady of Hope Parish at St James Church, 89 Main St., will celebrate votive Masses for the Blessed Virgin Mary by candlelight 6 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 13 and 20.

All are invited to attend the monthly meeting, 9-111 a.m. every second Saturday at St. Anne Church, 20 Boston Road. Contact Patrick O’Donnell, SFO at sfostanne.minister@aol.com or 857-540-4008. CLICK FOR MORE.

St. John Paul II Parish invites you to pray the holy rosary for the protection of the unborn 3 p.m., Saturdays at Notre Dame Church, 446 Main St.

Our Lady of Hope Parish will hold an Advent guest celebrant and homilist series at the 4 p.m. Vigil Mass at St. Mary Church, 17 Waterville St., with Father Enoch K. Kyeremateng on Dec. 6, Father Diego A. Buritica on Dec. 13, and Msgr. F. Stephen Pedone on Dec. 20.

Our Lady of Hope Parish will hold an Advent guest celebrant and homilist series at the 4 p.m. Vigil Mass at St. Mary Church, 17 Waterville St., with Father Enoch Kyeremateng on Dec. 6, Father Diego Buritica on Dec. 13, and Msgr. Stephen Pedone on Dec. 20.

St. Mary Parish, 640 Main St., will host the Filipino community in celebrating its Simbang Gabi Christmas tradition Saturday, Dec. 13, beginning with Mass at 4:30 p.m. and followed by a taste of Filipino treats after Mass in the parish hall.

Immaculate Conception Parish will host G.K. Chesterton Society’s monthly meetings at 6:30 p.m. on the second Saturday of the month, in the lower hall, 353 Grove St., with discussions on his vast writings. New members welcome. Contact Candice at cjaegle787@gmail.com

St. Andrew Bobola Parish, 54 West Main St., welcomes pilgrims to Sunday Masses with a blessing with the St. Andrews Bobola relic, 10:30 a.m. in English, followed by coffee shop and at noon in Polish. For information, call the rectory at 508-943-5633.

St. Andrew Bobola Shrine, 54 W. Main St., will host Msgr. Józef Niżnik, rector of the St. Andrew Bobola shrine in Strachocina, Poland, who will bless people with a relic of St. Andrew Bobola during the 10:30 a.m. English-language pilgrim Mass Dec. 7 and 14. Father Krzysztof Korcz, pastor, will translate. The English translation of Msgr. Niżnik’s book, “Apparitions of St. Andrew Bobola After Death” will be available for purchase. Contact 508-943-5633 or 508-365-7105. CLICK FOR MORE.

St. Cecilia Parish, 180 Mechanic St., will hold a concert 3 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 14. The Fugue of the Montachusett Chorale will present a Celebration of Lessons and Carols.

Our Lady of Hope Parish will celebrate the Feast of OL of Guadalupe 3-6 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 14, at St. James church hall, 89 Main St., with a Mexican dinner, catered by Cancun Restaurant, a mariachi band, dancing and a children’s pinata party. To purchase tickets at $15/adults and $6/kids, mail a check to OLH St. Mary’s, 17 Waterville St., N. Grafton 01519, or visit tinyurl.com/ytdefwkd (click on one time and enter “Lord’s Day dinner” in comment). CLICK FOR DETAILS.

Our Lady of Hope Parish will celebrate the Feast of OL of Guadalupe 3-6 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 14, at St. James church hall, 89 Main St., with a Mexican dinner, catered by Cancun Restaurant, a mariachi band, dancing and a children’s pinata party. CLICK for full details and to purchase tickets.

The St. Mary and Divine Mercy Young Adult Group will meet 3-5 p.m., Sundays for Bible study in the conference room, 77 Mendon St. All young adults, ages 18-29, are welcome! Contact Jared Guertin at 508-244-7467.

St. John Guardian of Our Lady Parish will hold Holy Hours by Candlelight 4-5 p.m., Sundays of Advent, including confession and choral music.

St. Mary Parish’s new Prayer Warrior ministry will gather 8:30-9:30 a.m., Mondays, in the Good Shepherd Center, 77 Mendon St., to lift up the needs of the Church, individuals and community. All are welcome.

St. Anne Prayer Shawl members meet Mondays, 10 a.m.-noon, in the parish hall, 20 Boston Road, to knit/crochet for people in need of a blessed shawl. CLICK FOR MORE.

St. Cecilia Parish will host a new group of 60+ likeminded Catholics, to learn more about out the faith with a spiritual director, meeting 6:30-8 p.m on the first and third Mondays of the month in the rectory conference room. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

St. Joseph Church, 10 H Putnam Ext., will host an Advent book study for women in their 20s & 30s 6:30-8 p.m., Mondays of Advent, in the St. Gabrielle conference room. To register email Brittany therussells125@gmail.com. $10 registration includes a devotional book. Walk-ins welcome!

The Our Lady of Czestochowa book club meets 7-8:15 p.m., Mondays in the church hall. Visit olcworcester.com for the list of upcoming books or contact Julie at 508-320-2965. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

St. Luke the Evangelist Parish, 70 W. Main St., will hold exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and adoration after its 9 a.m. Mass Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m., including the rosary at 9:30 a.m., the Divine Mercy chaplet at 3 p.m., prayers for the sanctity of life at 5 p.m., and concluding with Benediction at 6 p.m. CLICK FOR MORE.

St. Francis of Assisi Parish holds adoration and Benediction Tuesday mornings following the 9 a.m. Mass at St. Thomas-a-Becket Church, 398 Vernon Ave., till about 10:30 a.m.

Clinton’s Women of Grace group will meet 10-11:30 a.m., Tuesday, Dec. 16 in St. John’s parish hall, 80 Union St., Rooms 11/12. Bring your rosaries, a friend and join us in a Sacred Sisterhood to connect, renew and reflect on the coming of the Savior. Contact Carole Zupicich at carolezup@yahoo.com to sign up.

The Mt. Carmel Golden Years Club is always welcoming new members. Meetings are held 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Tuesdays, in the Our Lady of Loreto parish center, 37A Massasoit Road. Bring a lunch, followed by socializing and bingo.

St. George Parish, 40 Brattle St., will hold an Advent Evening of Prayer and Reflection with an opportunity for reconciliation will be held 6:30-8 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 16. Confessions are also 2-3:15 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13

Ladies of Faith meetings will be held every third Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in the large meeting room at St. Mary Church, 640 Main St. The goal of the group is to practice faith, charity and have social gatherings.

The Kolbe Family Group is open to friends and family of loved ones who are struggling with substance abuse and mental illness. Meetings on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month after the 6 p.m. Mass from 6:45 - 8 p.m. in the lower level of St. John, Guardian of Our Lady Church, 80 Union St. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

Adoration will be held 6 a.m.-8 p.m., Wednesdays, in the Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Church, 135 Nichols St. All are welcome. Volunteer for an hour a week, an hour a month, or be placed on a substitute list. Contact Anne Roberts 978-632-4075.

St. Paul Diocesan Jr./Sr. High School, 144 Granite St., presents Light Up the Knight - Christmas concert & art exhibit, 6:30 p.m., Dec. 17, a joyful evening of music, community, art, and faith.

ESL CLASSES-WORCESTER: Our Lady of Providence hosts English as a Second Language classes on Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. in two 10-week sessions in the former Marie Anne Center, 236 Lincoln St. Contact Meaghan O’Sadnick at mosadnick@olpworcester.org for details.

St. Peter Parish, 39 Church Ave., will hold a weekly bible study Wednesdays at 7 p.m. in the parish hall. Fr. Michael Lavallee will facilitate these sessions reflecting on the gospel for the coming Sunday and more. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

A pro-life Mass will be celebrated by Father Tony Kazarnowicz at 11 a.m., Thursdays, in the Problem Pregnancy chapel, followed by recitation of the Latin rosary on the sidewalk across the street from Planned Parenthood, 475 Pleasant St.

St. John Paul Parish holds eucharistic adoration Thursdays after the 8:45 a.m. Mass, 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. in St. Mary Church, 247 Hamilton St. 

Family Prayer Night at St. George Church every Thursday at 6 p.m. In the upper church there is a gathering of people who pray for all families. For information call 508-853-0183. CLICK FOR MORE.

Holy Family Academy holds bingo Thursdays, 6:30-10 p.m., in the Holy Rosary Church hall,135 Nichols St. Doors open at 4:30.

St. Joseph Church, 10 H Putnam Road Ext., hosts a Secular Franciscan Community every third Thursday evening at 6:30 PM. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

Greater Gardner Young Adult Group - join us for prayer and the St. Michael Chaplet!  7 p.m. every 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month at Annunciation Parish Center located just behind Holy Rosary in Gardner. CLICK FOR MORE.

Divine Mercy Parish, 48 St. Paul St., will hold its Guided Adoration 7:15-8 p.m., after 6:30 p.m. Mass, third Thursday of the month. Father John Larochelle will guide adoration with a different focus using scripture, meditation, suggested prayer, candles, incense and more. Confession is also available during adoration. Contact Toni at 508-883-6726 X3.

A Mass will be celebrated 10:30 a.m., Friday, Dec. 19, (with anointing with holy oil) at the Foundation House, 64 S. Flagg St., Worcester. Eucharistic adoration, tours of Audrey's room, and the gift shop will be open after Mass till 1 p.m. Watch livestream on littleaudreysantofoundation.com. Call 508-755-8712 for information and oil distribution.

Our Lady of Czestochowa, 34 Ward St., holds adoration 3-6:30 p.m. Fridays, starting with Divine Mercy chaplet and followed by Mass in Polish.

St. Cecilia Parish, 188 Mechanic St., will hold bingo Fridays. Doors open at 4 p.m. Games begin at 6:30 p.m.

Sacred Heart-St. Catherine of Sweden Parish, 596 Cambridge St., will hold bingo Fridays. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Games begin at 6:30 p.m. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

St. Andrew Bobola Shrine, 54 W. Main St., holds adoration 6:30-7:30 p.m. Fridays after the 6 p.m. Mass, including St. Faustina devotion, chaplet, prayers & blessing with 1st class relic.

St. Anne Parish, 20 Boston Road, will hold Catholic Trivia Friday evenings in the parish hall, beginning with the rosary at 6 p.m. and immediately follow with Trivia. All are welcome.

Pack 37 Cub Scouts, chartered through Christ the King Church Worcester meets every Friday 6:30pm.

Back to Basics Narcotics Anonymous Support group for those attempting to recover from drugs meets 7-8 p.m., Fridays at Our Lady of Lourdes Chruch in the parish hall, 1290 Grafton St. National Helpline: 1-800-662-4357

Our Lady of Hope Parish at St James Church, 89 Main St., will celebrate votive Masses for the Blessed Virgin Mary by candlelight 6 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 13 and 20.

St. John Paul II Parish invites you to pray the holy rosary for the protection of the unborn 3 p.m., Saturdays at Notre Dame Church, 446 Main St.

Our Lady of Hope Parish will hold an Advent guest celebrant and homilist series at the 4 p.m. Vigil Mass at St. Mary Church, 17 Waterville St., with Father Enoch K. Kyeremateng on Dec. 6, Father Diego A. Buritica on Dec. 13, and Msgr. F. Stephen Pedone on Dec. 20.

Our Lady of Hope Parish will hold an Advent guest celebrant and homilist series at the 4 p.m. Vigil Mass at St. Mary Church, 17 Waterville St., with Father Enoch Kyeremateng on Dec. 6, Father Diego Buritica on Dec. 13, and Msgr. Stephen Pedone on Dec. 20.

St. Anne Parish will host a handbell concert by the Merrimack Valley Ringers 7-8:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 20 in the church, 130 Boston Turnpike, is open to the public and appropriate for all ages. Free will offering at the end of the concert.

St. Andrew Bobola Shrine, 54 W. Main St., Dudley,will celebrate monthly Sunday Masses for the US, our President, government leaders, and for the safety, protection and well-being of all living in the U.S.A. (English-10:30 a.m. and Polish–noon) CLICK FOR MORE.

St. Andrew Bobola Parish, 54 West Main St., welcomes pilgrims to Sunday Masses with a blessing with the St. Andrews Bobola relic, 10:30 a.m. in English, followed by coffee shop and at noon in Polish. For information, call the rectory at 508-943-5633.

The St. Mary and Divine Mercy Young Adult Group will meet 3-5 p.m., Sundays for Bible study in the conference room, 77 Mendon St. All young adults, ages 18-29, are welcome! Contact Jared Guertin at 508-244-7467.

St. John Guardian of Our Lady Parish will hold Holy Hours by Candlelight 4-5 p.m., Sundays of Advent, including confession and choral music.

St. Mary Parish’s new Prayer Warrior ministry will gather 8:30-9:30 a.m., Mondays, in the Good Shepherd Center, 77 Mendon St., to lift up the needs of the Church, individuals and community. All are welcome.

St. Anne Prayer Shawl members meet Mondays, 10 a.m.-noon, in the parish hall, 20 Boston Road, to knit/crochet for people in need of a blessed shawl. CLICK FOR MORE.

St. Joseph Church, 10 H Putnam Ext., will host an Advent book study for women in their 20s & 30s 6:30-8 p.m., Mondays of Advent, in the St. Gabrielle conference room. To register email Brittany therussells125@gmail.com. $10 registration includes a devotional book. Walk-ins welcome!

The Our Lady of Czestochowa book club meets 7-8:15 p.m., Mondays in the church hall. Visit olcworcester.com for the list of upcoming books or contact Julie at 508-320-2965. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

St. Luke the Evangelist Parish, 70 W. Main St., will hold exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and adoration after its 9 a.m. Mass Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m., including the rosary at 9:30 a.m., the Divine Mercy chaplet at 3 p.m., prayers for the sanctity of life at 5 p.m., and concluding with Benediction at 6 p.m. CLICK FOR MORE.

St. Francis of Assisi Parish holds adoration and Benediction Tuesday mornings following the 9 a.m. Mass at St. Thomas-a-Becket Church, 398 Vernon Ave., till about 10:30 a.m.

The Mt. Carmel Golden Years Club is always welcoming new members. Meetings are held 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Tuesdays, in the Our Lady of Loreto parish center, 37A Massasoit Road. Bring a lunch, followed by socializing and bingo.

The Mary & Martha Sodality meets 6:30 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of the month in the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, 22 W. Main St., for the Divine Mercy Chaplet and a 7 p.m. meeting.

Adoration will be held 6 a.m.-8 p.m., Wednesdays, in the Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Church, 135 Nichols St. All are welcome. Volunteer for an hour a week, an hour a month, or be placed on a substitute list. Contact Anne Roberts 978-632-4075.

ESL CLASSES-WORCESTER: Our Lady of Providence hosts English as a Second Language classes on Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. in two 10-week sessions in the former Marie Anne Center, 236 Lincoln St. Contact Meaghan O’Sadnick at mosadnick@olpworcester.org for details.

St. Peter Parish, 39 Church Ave., will hold a weekly bible study Wednesdays at 7 p.m. in the parish hall. Fr. Michael Lavallee will facilitate these sessions reflecting on the gospel for the coming Sunday and more. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

A pro-life Mass will be celebrated by Father Tony Kazarnowicz at 11 a.m., Thursdays, in the Problem Pregnancy chapel, followed by recitation of the Latin rosary on the sidewalk across the street from Planned Parenthood, 475 Pleasant St.

St. John Paul Parish holds eucharistic adoration Thursdays after the 8:45 a.m. Mass, 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. in St. Mary Church, 247 Hamilton St. 

Family Prayer Night at St. George Church every Thursday at 6 p.m. In the upper church there is a gathering of people who pray for all families. For information call 508-853-0183. CLICK FOR MORE.

“At the Foot of the Cross” Bereavement Ministry meets the last Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in Our Lady of Loreto Parish Center, 37 Massasoit Rd. If you are grieving the loss of someone by death, please join us for sharing, prayer and mutual support.

Holy Family Academy holds bingo Thursdays, 6:30-10 p.m., in the Holy Rosary Church hall,135 Nichols St. Doors open at 4:30.

Our Lady of Czestochowa, 34 Ward St., holds adoration 3-6:30 p.m. Fridays, starting with Divine Mercy chaplet and followed by Mass in Polish.

St. Cecilia Parish, 188 Mechanic St., will hold bingo Fridays. Doors open at 4 p.m. Games begin at 6:30 p.m.

Sacred Heart-St. Catherine of Sweden Parish, 596 Cambridge St., will hold bingo Fridays. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Games begin at 6:30 p.m. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

St. Andrew Bobola Shrine, 54 W. Main St., holds adoration 6:30-7:30 p.m. Fridays after the 6 p.m. Mass, including St. Faustina devotion, chaplet, prayers & blessing with 1st class relic.

St. Anne Parish, 20 Boston Road, will hold Catholic Trivia Friday evenings in the parish hall, beginning with the rosary at 6 p.m. and immediately follow with Trivia. All are welcome.

Pack 37 Cub Scouts, chartered through Christ the King Church Worcester meets every Friday 6:30pm.

Back to Basics Narcotics Anonymous Support group for those attempting to recover from drugs meets 7-8 p.m., Fridays at Our Lady of Lourdes Chruch in the parish hall, 1290 Grafton St. National Helpline: 1-800-662-4357

St. John Paul II Parish invites you to pray the holy rosary for the protection of the unborn 3 p.m., Saturdays at Notre Dame Church, 446 Main St.

St. Andrew Bobola Parish, 54 West Main St., welcomes pilgrims to Sunday Masses with a blessing with the St. Andrews Bobola relic, 10:30 a.m. in English, followed by coffee shop and at noon in Polish. For information, call the rectory at 508-943-5633.

The St. Mary and Divine Mercy Young Adult Group will meet 3-5 p.m., Sundays for Bible study in the conference room, 77 Mendon St. All young adults, ages 18-29, are welcome! Contact Jared Guertin at 508-244-7467.

The Center for Nonviolent Solutions and Worcester Catholic Workers will mark the Feast of the Holy Family and Holy Innocents, martyrs, 4 p.m., Dec. 28 at the Worcester Peace Park at Pleasant and Russell St., followed by a procession to The Mustard Seed, 93 Piedmont St., for a gathering and presentation. Call Charlie Washburn at 508-868-1267 for info.

Join us for Mass on the Feast of the Holy Family, 4 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 28, as we conclude the Jubilee Year of Hope in our diocese. The Mass will be held at St. Paul Cathedral, 15 Chatham St., Worcester, followed by a light reception in the Cenacle (below the church).

St. Mary Parish’s new Prayer Warrior ministry will gather 8:30-9:30 a.m., Mondays, in the Good Shepherd Center, 77 Mendon St., to lift up the needs of the Church, individuals and community. All are welcome.

St. Anne Prayer Shawl members meet Mondays, 10 a.m.-noon, in the parish hall, 20 Boston Road, to knit/crochet for people in need of a blessed shawl. CLICK FOR MORE.

The Our Lady of Czestochowa book club meets 7-8:15 p.m., Mondays in the church hall. Visit olcworcester.com for the list of upcoming books or contact Julie at 508-320-2965. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

St. Luke the Evangelist Parish, 70 W. Main St., will hold exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and adoration after its 9 a.m. Mass Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m., including the rosary at 9:30 a.m., the Divine Mercy chaplet at 3 p.m., prayers for the sanctity of life at 5 p.m., and concluding with Benediction at 6 p.m. CLICK FOR MORE.

St. Francis of Assisi Parish holds adoration and Benediction Tuesday mornings following the 9 a.m. Mass at St. Thomas-a-Becket Church, 398 Vernon Ave., till about 10:30 a.m.

The Mt. Carmel Golden Years Club is always welcoming new members. Meetings are held 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Tuesdays, in the Our Lady of Loreto parish center, 37A Massasoit Road. Bring a lunch, followed by socializing and bingo.

St. Joseph Parish, 53 Whitcomb St., is starting an adult men’s group for Bible study, and small group conversations. Meetings will be held on the last Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. in the rectory. Call the rectory 508-943-0467 or Lucien LaPorte at 401-447-9399 for information. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

Adoration will be held 6 a.m.-8 p.m., Wednesdays, in the Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Church, 135 Nichols St. All are welcome. Volunteer for an hour a week, an hour a month, or be placed on a substitute list. Contact Anne Roberts 978-632-4075.

ESL CLASSES-WORCESTER: Our Lady of Providence hosts English as a Second Language classes on Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. in two 10-week sessions in the former Marie Anne Center, 236 Lincoln St. Contact Meaghan O’Sadnick at mosadnick@olpworcester.org for details.

St. Peter Parish, 39 Church Ave., will hold a weekly bible study Wednesdays at 7 p.m. in the parish hall. Fr. Michael Lavallee will facilitate these sessions reflecting on the gospel for the coming Sunday and more. CLICK FOR DETAILS.