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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. 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.

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.

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, [email protected].

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 [email protected] 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.

St. Anne Parish, 20 Boston Road, will hold a monthly 24-hour eucharistic adoration beginning 7 p.m. Tuesday (Jan. 6) and ending with a 7 p.m. healing Mass on the first Wednesday (Jan. 7) of the month.

St. Cecilia Parish will offer Wednesday night study sessions with Mgsr. James P. Moroney 7:30-8:30 p.m., in the rectory conference room (down the outside stairs by the back door), 170 Mechanic St., Msgr. Moroney will lead a study, Basic Catholic Prayers: Their Origin and Meaning, March 4, 11, 18, April 15, 22, 29.

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. 

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 [email protected].

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.

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

POSTPONED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER... NEW DATE TBD Bishop McManus will lead prayers at the 40 DFL vigil 11 a.m.-noon,Friday, March 6, followed by the Angelus and Latin rosary led by the Slaves of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, on the sidewalk, 470 Pleasant St., across from Planned Parenthood.

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.

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.

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

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. 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.

The Diocesan Scout Sunday Mass sponsored by the Diocesan Catholic Committee on Scouting will be held 10 a.m. Sunday, March 8, at Blessed Sacrament Church, 551 Pleasant St. All Catholic scouts, adult scouters and supporters of the scouting program are invited to participate. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

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. 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 Women’s Guild of Christ the King Parish, 1052 Pleasant St., invites all women to its Annual Lenten Evening of Recollection, Monday, March 9, beginning with 5:30 p.m. Mass, followed by a meal in the Johnson Room. The speaker Father Stephen E. Lundrigan. Donation for the evening is $18 for members and $20 for nonmembers. To register contact Donna Byrnes at 508-579-9918 or [email protected].

St. Mary Parish will sponsor “Informed by Integrity Restored,” to learn about the dangers of pornography and how to protect your family from it. Jared Guertin, LMHC, will facilitate the program (for 18 and older) in the Good Shepherd Center, 77 Mendon St., Mondays, 6:30-8 p.m. March 9-30. Contact [email protected] or visit integrityrestored.com. CLICK FOR DETAIL.

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 [email protected].

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 [email protected]. 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 (J 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.

The Leicester KofC, 91 Manville St., will have a family dinner 6 p.m., Wednesday, March 11. Menu is choice of corned beef or baked fish and includes salad, entree, dessert and coffee. To purchase $15 tickets contact Don at 508-615-8434 or [email protected] by Monday March 9 for reservations. All are welcome.

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 [email protected] for details.

HOLY CROSS PRESENTATION-WORCESTER: “Lay Power & Influence in the Church: Historical Myths vs. Realities” will be presented by Dr. Bronwen McShea, Ph.D. on Wednesday, March 11 at 7 p.m. at Rehm Library (Smith Hall) at the College of the Holy Cross. Free of charge.

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.

St. Cecilia Parish will offer Wednesday night study sessions with Mgsr. James P. Moroney 7:30-8:30 p.m., in the rectory conference room (down the outside stairs by the back door), 170 Mechanic St., Msgr. Moroney will lead a study, Basic Catholic Prayers: Their Origin and Meaning, March 4, 11, 18, April 15, 22, 29.

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.

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.

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. George Parish will offer a men’s Lenten faith sharing with led by Father Edward D. Niccolls 8-9 a.m., Saturday, March 14 in the parish center, Room 108. Come, pray and reflect on scripture and discuss ways to live out the message of the readings. Contact parish center at 508-853-0183 x 110.

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 [email protected] 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.

St. John, Guardian of Our Lady Parish, will hold a family affordable St. Patrick Day Dinner, 4-7 p.m., Saturday, March 14, in St. John’s Gym, 149 Chestnut St. Tickets are $18/adults, $12/kids 6-12, and kids under 5 free. Irish step dancing at 6 p.m.

Immaculate Conception Church, 353 Grove St., will hold a traditional St. Patrick’s dinner, 5 p.m., Saturday, March 14, Tickets will be presold: $15 adults and $5/children under 10. Call Michelle Deignan 508-596-4778.

St. Denis Parish , 27 Manchaug St., will hold a St. Patrick’s Day Dinner, 5 p.m., Saturday, March 14, including corned beef, cabbage, potatoes, carrots, Irish soda bread, soda, water and dessert. Macaroni & cheese will also be available. Beer & wine will be sold separately (21+). Tickets are $15/adult $5/child (10 and under). Visit SaintDenisChurch.com/st-patricks-day-dinner to order before 7 p.m. Mar. 12, also available at the door. Cash, check or Square payments accepted on arrival.

Mary Queen of the Rosary Parish, 7 Church St., will hold a St. Patrick's Day Dinner 5 p.m., Saturday, March 14 (following the 4 p.m. Mass) including live entertainment featuring a comedian, a magician and raffles. To purchase tickets are $15/adults or reserve a table of 8 for $100 visit maryqueenoftherosary.org/st-patricks-dinner. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

St. Anne Parish, 20 Boston Road, will hold a traditional St. Patrick’s day dinner, prepared by the KofC at 6 p.m., Saturday, March 14. Purchase tickets at $10/person or $30/family, by contacting the office at 502-485-0141 or visit stannesouthborough.org/st-patricks-dinner. Bring a dessert to share.

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 [email protected]

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.

Our Lady of Hope Parish will celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, 3-5 p.m., Sunday, March 15, beginning with vespers at St. James Church, 89 Main St., followed by a concert in St. James Hall. (donations accepted-beverages service) Roots & Relics will perform 3-4 p.m. followed by Murphy’s Irish Dancers 4-5 p.m.

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. 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.

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.

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.

The Cancer Support Rosary Group of the North American Martyrs Parish is a gentle and welcoming space for individuals living with cancer. Carlene Sherbourne, (a parishioner of North American Martyrs who brings both personal experience and deep faith to this ministry) will facilitate weekly meetings from 4:30–5:30 p.m. and will be offered in a hybrid format: via Zoom and in person at NAM Church, 8 Wyoma Dr. To register contact Carlene at 774-696-4812 or [email protected]. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

Serra Club North Worcester will hold its monthly meeting Wednesday, March 18, St. Cecilia Parish, 180 Mechanic St., with 6 p.m. Mass in the church, dinner & meeting to follow in the parish hall. The guest speaker will be Msgr. James P. Moroney, Serra North chaplain, giving a Lenten reflection and leading a rosary.

St. George Parish, 40 Brattle St., will hold a Lenten Evening of Prayer and Reflection, 6:30-8 p.m., Wednesday, March 18, with evening prayer of the Liturgy of the Hours and confession available.

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 [email protected] 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.

St. Cecilia Parish will offer Wednesday night study sessions with Mgsr. James P. Moroney 7:30-8:30 p.m., in the rectory conference room (down the outside stairs by the back door), 170 Mechanic St., Msgr. Moroney will lead a study, Basic Catholic Prayers: Their Origin and Meaning, March 4, 11, 18, April 15, 22, 29.

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.

St. Mary of the Assumption, will hold a Lenten retreat, “The Loop of Grace: Receiving Love, Risking Love,” directed by Sandy Piwko, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, March 21, free of charge, in the Large Hall of the parish center, 17 Winter St. Lunch will be provided. Contact Kathy Moran at [email protected] with your name, phone number and any allergies by March 15.

The Spring Open House at St. Paul Diocesan Jr./Sr. H.S., 144 Granite St., Worcester, will be held 10 a.m.-noon, Saturday, March 21. Contact 508-852-5555, [email protected], visit saintpaulknights.org.

The prayer shawl ministry of Our Lady of Hope Parish will meet 10-11:30 a.m., Saturday, March 21 at the St. Mary Campus room 5, 17 Waterville St., to make lap blankets, hats, mittens, and scarves, for those in spiritual, emotional, and physical needs. New members welcome. Visit ourladyofhopegrafton.org/prayer-shawl.

The prayer shawl ministry of Our Lady of Hope Parish meets 10-11:30 a.m. every third Saturday at the St. Mary Campus, 17 Waterville St., downstairs in Room # 5, from Sept.-May. More hands are needed to help in this ministry. Contact Pat Morse at 508-839-6070 or visit ourladyofhopegrafton.org/prayer-shawl.

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.

St. John's Social Committee will hold a dinner show with a tribute to Neil Diamond & Patsy Cline Sunday, March 22, in the St. Francis Xavier Center, 20 Temple St. Dinner will be served family style at 1:30 p.m., followed by the show at 2:30 p.m. For tickets at $35/pp call Judy Burke 508-478-9813. CLICK FOR MORE.

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. 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. George Parish, 40 Brattle St., will hold a Lenten evening of music and prayer, 6:30-8;30 p.m., Tuesday, March 24, followed by refreshments in the church hall.

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.

Bishop McManus will celebrate the Mass for Life 10 a.m., Wednesday, March 25, the Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord at St. Paul Cathedral. All are invited to join students from our Catholic schools who will be our special guests. The Diocese of Worcester’s annual Pro-Life Awards will also be presented at this Mass. All are welcome to attend!

Bishop McManus will celebrate the Mass for Life 10 a.m., Wednesday, March 25, the Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord at St. Paul Cathedral. All are invited to join students from our Catholic schools who will be our special guests. The Diocese of Worcester’s annual Pro-Life Awards will also be presented at this Mass. All are welcome to attend!

The Cancer Support Rosary Group of the North American Martyrs Parish is a gentle and welcoming space for individuals living with cancer. Carlene Sherbourne, (a parishioner of North American Martyrs who brings both personal experience and deep faith to this ministry) will facilitate weekly meetings from 4:30–5:30 p.m. and will be offered in a hybrid format: via Zoom and in person at NAM Church, 8 Wyoma Dr. To register contact Carlene at 774-696-4812 or [email protected]. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

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 [email protected] 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.

St. Cecilia Parish will offer Wednesday night study sessions with Father Paul J. Shaughnessy, SJ., 7:30-8:30 p.m., in the rectory conference room (down the outside stairs by the back door), 170 Mechanic St. Father Shaughnessy will present Bishop Robert Barron’s series Catholicism: A Journey to the Heart of the Faith, March 25, April 1, 8, May 6, 13, 20.

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.

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.

The movie, ‘The Passion of the Christ’ will be shown on a large screen at the parish hall of Christ the King Church, 1052 Pleasant St., 7:15 p.m. Friday, March 27. All are welcome. Admission is free. CLICK FOR MORE.

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. Andrew Bobola Shrine, 54 W. Main St., will hold its Easter Food Sale 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, March 28, including handmade cabbage/cheese pierogi $10 half dz./ $20 dozen, Golabki $3 each, Bigos/kapusta $10, and smoked kielbasa $15 for 2 links.

Miles Funeral Home will sponsor a free seminar (light lunch provided) on embracing loss at the Holden Senior Center, 1130 Main St., 1 p.m., Saturday, March 28, presented by Pamela Reidy. Call 508-929-4434 to preregister.

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. George Parish, 40 Brattle St., will host Scouting America Troop 175’s Palm Sunday Pancake breakfast after 8 and 10 a.m. Masses March 29. Tickets are $9/adults and $6/children. Menu includes pancakes, eggs, sausage and drinks.

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 40 DFL spring campaign concludes 3 p.m., Palm Sunday, March 29 with rosary and chaplet prayed on the sidewalk in front of Planned Parenthood followed by adoration and Benediction in Problem Pregnancy chapel, 495 Pleasant St., Worcester. Visit 40daysforlife.com/worcester.

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. 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.

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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.