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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.

St. Mary Parish will conduct a novena to Our Lady Undoer of Knots during Eucharistic Adoration at 6:45 p.m., Tuesdays, Oct. 6-Dec. 1, in the church, 640 Main St., to lift up the “knots” in our lives.

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.

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.

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 7:40-8:40 p.m. in the rectory conference room (down the outside stairs by the back door), 170 Mechanic St., as follows: Father Paul J. Shaughnessy, SJ, will present an Introduction to Moral Theology, from 7:40-8:40 p.m., Nov. 4, 11, 18, 25 and Dec. 2. CLICK FOR MORE.

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 II 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].

First Friday Catholic Men’s Club is calling all men to join us for Mass and breakfast (with guest speaker) 8-9 a.m. at the DCU Center, Junior Ballroom, 3rd Floor, Oct. 2. We meet on nine First Fridays a year, Oct.-June. For information regarding membership contact John J. Monahan (president) at 508-754-9414.

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.

Mark your calendar: Divine Mercy Parish's raffle fundraiser is back Friday, Nov. 6. in St. Paul Church, 48 St. Paul St. Doors open, at 4 p.m. and raffles start at 6 p.m. Seating will be with tables in both the upper and lower halls. Contact Norma at 508-864-0561, Lea at 508-450-5776 or Ann at 508-883-6873.

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

This year's Worcester Catholic Women's Conference will be held Saturday, Nov. 7 at St. Joseph School, Webster. The theme is "Strength and Dignity are Her Clothing." Visit www.wcwconference.com. CLICK FOR MORE.

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. Peter Parish will hold its Annual Holiday Fair 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 7, in the parish hall, 39 Church Ave., featuring a variety of tables, raffles, food, and holiday shopping. Contact the parish office at 508-234-2156 or [email protected]. CLICK FOR MORE.

Our Lady of Hope Parish will hold its Harvest Fair at St. James Church Hall, 89 Main Street, S. Grafton on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 9AM - 3PM. There will be something for everyone. We’ve increased our top Money Raffle prize to $1,000 and the White Elephant area, plus our expanded ‘Kids Zone’ this year as well. CLICK FOR DETAIL.

St. Denis Parish will hold its Holiday Fair 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 7, featuring crafts, raffles, baked goods, kids’ table, and luncheon served 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Package raffles available for online purchase and vendor spaces ($30) are still available. Visit SaintDenisChurch.com. CLICK FOR MORE.

St. Carlo Acutis Parish will hold its Christmas Fair 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 7, in St. Joseph's Church Hall, 296 N. Main St. Features include: handcrafted items, jewelry, baked goods, and raffles. Lunch will be served 11a.m.-1 p.m. with soups, sandwiches and apple pie.

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 (with anointing with holy oil) will be held 10 a.m., Saturday, at the Foundation House, 64 S. Flagg St., Worcester. Eucharistic adoration, Audrey's room, and the gift shop will be open at 9:30 a.m. and after Mass till 1 p.m. Watch livestream at littleaudreysantofoundation.com. There is no admission charge. Call 508-755-8712 for information and oil distribution.

The Mt. Carmel KofC will hold a Day at the Races, 1 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 7, at the 4th & 1 Club, 7 Muskeego St., for an afternoon of racing fun and felloship. Pizz will be served and admission is free.

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. 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 Guild of Our Lady of Providence will hold its annual Mass for the Deceased 12 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 8. There will be a collection of non-perishable items for St. John’s Food Pantry 12-2 p.m. in the Phelan Center at Blessed Sacrament Church 6 Federal Place.

Trivium School, 471 Langen Road, will hold an open house, 1- 3 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 8. Trivium is a Catholic independent school, serving grades 7-12, that offers a classical education for boys and girls. Visit triviumschool.com or call 978-365-4795.

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.

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 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

St. Mary Parish will conduct a novena to Our Lady Undoer of Knots during Eucharistic Adoration at 6:45 p.m., Tuesdays, Oct. 6-Dec. 1, in the church, 640 Main St., to lift up the “knots” in our lives.

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.

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 7:40-8:40 p.m. in the rectory conference room (down the outside stairs by the back door), 170 Mechanic St., as follows: Father Paul J. Shaughnessy, SJ, will present an Introduction to Moral Theology, from 7:40-8:40 p.m., Nov. 4, 11, 18, 25 and Dec. 2. CLICK FOR MORE.

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 II 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.

Retrouvaille of New England is offering a retreat for couples, Nov. 13 – 15, at Alton Bay, NH. Call 508-271-7155 or visit MarriageHelpNewEngland.org.

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

St. Bernard’s High School will hold its annual Alumni Luncheon celebrating the classes of 1942 to 1967 11:30 a.m., Friday, Nov. 13, at the Activity Center, 260 Summer St., Fitchburg. Handicap accessible. Bring a guest! RSVP to Kathy Krysiak 781-718-0390.

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.

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

Changing the Dance: Marriage Retreat will be held on 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 14, at St. Benedict Abbey, 252 Still River Road, sponsored by the Marriage Mentor Ministry at St. John, Guardian of Our Lady Parish in Clinton, and is open to married and engaged couples. Visit stjohnsclinton.org/marriage-mentor-ministry for details. CLICK FOR DETAIL.

Our Lady of Mercy Parish, 341 June St., will sponsor a conference "Celebrating 50 years of the Creighton Model of Fertilitycare System," with keynote speaker Janet Smith via zoom and a panel of speakers, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 14. CLICK FOR DETAIL AND REGISTRATION.

St. Joseph the Good Provider Parish, 52 West St., will hold its Holiday Shoppe Fair 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 14, and 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 15., featuring food, baskets, raffles, Christmas past items and much more.

Our Lady of Mt. Carmel and Our Lady of Loreto Parish will hold its Harvest Fair in the parish center behind the church, 37 Massasoit Road, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 14, featuring crafts and knitted goods, pocketbooks, jewelry, everything Christmas, basket raffles, food and baked goods. All are invited.

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.

Miles Funeral Home will sponsor a free seminar on " Honoring Love, Embracing Memories" 1 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 14 at the Holden Senior Center, 1130 Main St. A light lunch and complimentary book are included for participants. Call 508-929-4434 to register (requested). CLICK FOR MORE.

St. Peter Parish will host a pasta & meatball dinner & music concert 5:30 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 14, in the parish hall, 39 Church Ave. Tickets are $20/per person and must be purchased by Nov. 10., by contacting the parish office at 508-234-2156 or [email protected]. CLICK FOR MORE.

The KofC Council #11080 will hold a spaghetti dinner, Saturday, Nov.14, in the Dugan Hall, Sacred Heart Church, 10 Milk St. Take out begins at 5:30 p.m. and the sit-down dinner at 6 p.m. Dinner includes pasta e fagioli, garden salad, meatballs & sausage, spaghetti & sauce, Italian bread, dessert, water, soda, and coffee. Tickets are $15/adults and $10/under 12. To purchase in advance (recommended) contact 413-813-8100 or [email protected] as at the door they are limited.

St. Joseph the Good Provider Parish, 52 West St., will hold its Holiday Shoppe Fair 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 14, and 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 15., featuring food, baskets, raffles, Christmas past items and much 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. 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.

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.

St. Mary Parish will conduct a novena to Our Lady Undoer of Knots during Eucharistic Adoration at 6:45 p.m., Tuesdays, Oct. 6-Dec. 1, in the church, 640 Main St., to lift up the “knots” in our lives.

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.

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 7:40-8:40 p.m. in the rectory conference room (down the outside stairs by the back door), 170 Mechanic St., as follows: Father Paul J. Shaughnessy, SJ, will present an Introduction to Moral Theology, from 7:40-8:40 p.m., Nov. 4, 11, 18, 25 and Dec. 2. CLICK FOR MORE.

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 II 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.

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.

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 the Valley Regional School, 75-77 Mendon St., will hold its Holiday Fair 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 21, including local vendors, raffles, baked goods, a cookie walk, and a luncheon–featuring chicken parmesan subs, meatball subs, hot dogs, pizza, and fries. Kids' activities include crafts, games, inflatables, balloon animals, a scavenger hunt, a hot cocoa bar, a kid’s raffle, and pictures with Santa. Meat pies will also be sold.

St. Rose of Lima Parish, 244 W. Main St., will offer a 10 a.m. Mass with an ASL interpreter the fourth Sunday of the month. Anyone in the deaf community is invited to attend.

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. George Parish, 38 Brattle St., will celebrate its 75th Anniversary Mass, 1 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 22, followed by a reception. (NO 10 a.m. Mass that day.)

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 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.

St. Mary Parish will conduct a novena to Our Lady Undoer of Knots during Eucharistic Adoration at 6:45 p.m., Tuesdays, Oct. 6-Dec. 1, in the church, 640 Main St., to lift up the “knots” in our lives.

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.

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.

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 7:40-8:40 p.m. in the rectory conference room (down the outside stairs by the back door), 170 Mechanic St., as follows: Father Paul J. Shaughnessy, SJ, will present an Introduction to Moral Theology, from 7:40-8:40 p.m., Nov. 4, 11, 18, 25 and Dec. 2. CLICK FOR MORE.

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 II 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.

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. 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 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.