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.
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.
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.
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.
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, 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.
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.
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. 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.
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
Annunciation Parish will hold 40 hours of adoration at Holy Rosary Church, 135 Nichols St., beginning at 4:30 p.m., Friday, March 20, and concluding with the 8:30 a.m. Mass, Sunday, March 22. To learn more about the various devotions which will be held during our 40 hours or to sign up to be a guard for one hour of adoration visit AnnunciationGardner.org or call Maura Sweeney at 978-632-0253 ext. 117.
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. 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.
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.
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.
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. 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.
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.