Join the National Novena for Life!
Join thousands of Catholics nationwide in the annual 9 Days for Life novena, January 16 –January 24. Sign up to receive daily emails and reflections by text or email at www.9daysforlife.com!
Pro-Life Morning of Reflection – Jan. 17
All are invited to attend a Pro-Life Morning of Reflection and Enrichment on Saturday, January 17, 2026 from 9:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. at the Cathedral of St. Paul, 38 High St., Worcester. The day will include reflections by Msgr. James Moroney, Mass, and light lunch. There is no cost to attend but pre-registration is required. To register, send your name, parish, and email address to [email protected], or contact the Respect Life Office at 508-929-4311.
Pro-Life Mass – Thursday, January 22
All are invited to join Bishop McManus for the annual Pro-Life Mass on the eve of the March for Life on Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. at the Cathedral of St. Paul, 38 High St., Worcester. Please join us to pray for and with our pilgrims who will be travelling to Washington, DC for the annual March for Life on Jan. 23, and to pray for an end to abortion and the conversion of our nation. All are welcome!
Training Workshop for Parish Respect Life Ministries
The Respect Life Office of the Diocese of Worcester will offer “Respect Life Ministry in the Parish: The Church’s Vision” on Saturday, January 24, 2026 from 10:00-11:30 a.m. at St. Joseph Parish, 10 H Putnam Rd. Ext., Charlton. The workshop will be presented by Allison LeDoux, director of the Diocesan Respect Life Office. Whether you have been involved in Respect Life Ministry for many years, are considering starting or joining a ministry in your parish, or would simply like to learn more, there is something for everyone in this basic training session for parish volunteers. To register, please contact Mark Kackley at [email protected].