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Diocesan Dispatch for November 9, 2026

Stewardship Reflections for Bulletins

33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
"Well done, my good and faithful servant.  Since you have been faithful in small matters, I will give you great responsibilities.”  (MATTHEW 25:21) God calls us to nurture and develop the gifts He has given us and then generously return a portion with increase.  He doesn’t want us to waste or hoard the gifts He has given us.  He expects us to grow our gifts, to use them wisely, and to be generous with them.  Unfortunately, many of us are not generous in proportion to all that God has given us.  God asks us to be generous with all our gifts, especially the one that means the most to you.

Trigésimo tercer del Tiempo Ordinario
"Bien hecho, mi buen y fiel sirviente.  Porque has sido fiel en lo poco, te daré grandes responsabilidades.”  (MATEO 25:21) Dios nos llama a cultivar y desarrollar los dones que Él nos ha dado, y entonces devolver generosamente una parte con aumento.  Él no quiere que desperdiciemos o acumulemos los dones que nos ha dado.  Él espera que hagamos crecer nuestros dones, que los utilicemos sabiamente, y que seamos generosos con ellos.  Lamentablemente, muchos de nosotros no somos generosos en proporción a todo lo que Dios nos ha dado.  Dios nos pide que seamos generosos con todos nuestros dones, especialmente con aquellos que significan más para nosotros.

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Vocations Reflections for Bulletins

Bulletin inserts in English and Spanish for vocations awareness.
For weekly Vocations Intercessions, CLICK HERE for English  (en espanol)

Thirty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time
"Well done, my good and faithful servant. Since you were faithful in small matters, I will give you great responsibilities." (Matthew 25:21) Today we honor those who live the cloistered life, faithfully dedicating themselves to prayer, penance, and hidden service for the good of the Church. Their quiet devotion sustains the world in ways often unseen, showing that even the smallest acts of faithfulness have eternal significance. Could God be calling you to this life of prayerful witness, where your faithful service bears fruit for countless souls? Talk to your priest or reach out to the Vocation Office at (508) 630-4473 or via email: [email protected].

Trigésimo tercer Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario
“Bien hecho, mi siervo bueno y fiel. Ya que fuiste fiel en lo poco, te daré grandes responsabilidades.” (Mateo 25:21) Hoy honramos a quienes viven la vida de clausura, dedicándose fielmente a la oración, la penitencia y el servicio oculto por el bien de la Iglesia. Su silenciosa devoción sostiene al mundo de maneras a menudo invisibles, demostrando que incluso los actos de fidelidad más pequeños tienen un significado eterno. ¿Podría Dios estar llamándote a esta vida de testimonio de oración, donde tu fiel servicio da fruto para innumerables almas? Habla con tu sacerdote o comunícate con la Oficina de Vocaciones al (508) 630-4473 o por correo electrónico: [email protected]

SERRA Club Meeting, Charlton
On Wednesday, Nov. 18, at St. Joseph's Parish beginning with adoration at 5:00pm and Mass at 5:30 pm, there will be a meeting and refreshments following. Fr. Charles Monroe will speak. All interested are welcome to attend. RSVP and questions can be directed to [email protected].

Theology on Tap, Holden
On Tuesday, Nov. 19 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm, St. George Church invites young adults, (ages 21 to 35) to hear Fr. Amidon speak at Seven Saws Brewery. Complimentary Advent Booklets (10) are available. Seating is limited to 10, so please RSVP to Amber LaBonte at [email protected].

Holiday Fair, Fitchburg
On Saturday, Nov. 21 from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm, St. Bernard Elementary School will hold its annual Holiday Fair. Baked Goods, Class Raffle Baskets, Brown Bag Raffle, Vendors & Crafters, Pictures with Santa!, Craft  & Game Rooms for Children, and breakfast and lunch. Join us for a wonderful day!

Holiday Fair, Leominster
On Saturday, Nov. 21 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at St. Leo School, there will be a free $200 Door Prize Drawing, over 20 crafters, raffles, baked goodies and more. All are welcome to enjoy the fun!!! 

Polish Frozen Food Sale, Dudley
On Saturdays, Nov. 21, Dec. 12, and 19 from 11:30 am to 2:00 pm, at St. Andrew Bobola, Dudley -  pierogi, kielbasa, kapusta, golabki will be offered.

Holiday Fair, Leominster 
On Saturday, Nov. 28 from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm and Sunday, Nov. 29 from 8:45 am to 2:00 pm, come to Holy Family of Nazareth Parish and enjoy hot cocoa, photos with Frosty, homemade baked goods and apple crisp, and a handmade candy shop. Kids can get creative with crafts at Santa’s Workshop, while visitors browse handcrafted gifts, explore the Christmas Village with train, and find ornaments in the Christmas Corner. There will also be holiday greens and flowers, Advent items, beautifully handcrafted rosary bracelets by Saintly Style LLC, and much more! 

Advent Reflection, Paxton
On Thursday, Dec. 3, fellowship and light refreshments will be available from 6:30 pm to 7:00 pm, followed by a presentation at 7:00 pm at St. Columba's Church. Fr. David Cotter, STD, will explore the Advent readings, focusing on the often-overlooked Old Testament passages and their theological themes. All are welcome. If you have any questions, please contact Terry Nummelin at [email protected].

Christmas Faire, Spencer
On Saturday, Dec. 5 from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm, Mary, Queen of the Rosary Hall will have unique hand-crafted items and seasonal decor, baked goods, candy, poinsettia plants and raffles. Explore our Christmas Treasure Shop: for gently used Christmas Ornaments and Decorations. Enjoy some lunch at our Cafe. There is ample parking.

School Craft Fair/Carnival, Millbury 
On Sunday, Dec. 6 from 11:00 am until 3:00 pm, in Our Lady of the Assumption Church Hall, come and support Pre-K through 8th grade students. There will be crafters, vendors, games, a lunch menu, a Grand Raffle and Penny Social Raffles. We are a trolley stop on the 27th Anniversary of Chain of Lights, where the whole town celebrates the Christmas Season.  Please join us!
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Employment Opportunity

Music Coordinator, North Grafton
Our Lady of Hope Parish is seeking a part-time Music Coordinator. The Music Coordinator is responsible for the liturgical music provided in the parish, which includes the planning, coordination and execution of music at all designated liturgical celebrations. If you are interested in this position, please send your resume to Lisa Stewart at [email protected].​​​​

PAST DISPATCH NOTICE

Harvest Bazaar in Worcester
Our Lady of Mt. Carmel and Our Lady of Loreto Parish Harvest Bazaar will take place on Saturday, Nov. 14 from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm at 37 Massasoit Rd., Worcester, in the Parish Center behind the Church.  We will have Crafts and Knitted Goods, Pocketbooks, Jewelry, Everything Christmas, a Raffle of Beautiful Baskets, Food and Baked Goods!   All are invited to come, explore and do some Christmas shopping!  See you there!

St. Bernard Fourth Annual Alumni Luncheon in Fitchburg
St. Bernard’s High School will hold its 4th Annual Alumni Luncheon Celebrating the Classes of 1942 to 1967 on Friday, Nov. 13 at 11:30 am at the Activity Center located at 260 Summer Street, Fitchburg.  Join us for this tradition bringing together three decades of Bernardians! Handicap accessible venue.  Bring a guest! Contact Alumni Volunteer Kathy Krysiak to RSVP at 781-718-0390.

Pasta & Meatball Dinner & Music Concert in Northbridge 
Join St. Peter's Parish on Saturday, Nov. 14 at 5:30 pm in the parish hall for an evening of food and music. Tickets are $20 per person. All orders must be purchased in advance by Tuesday, Nov. 10. Please call 508-234-2156 or email the parish office: [email protected] for tickets. 

Part-time Bookeeper - St. Mary, Shrewsbury
St. Mary's Parish, Shrewsbury is seeking a part-time Bookkeeper (15-18 hours per week)  who is responsible for the day-to-day financial activities including accounts payable, payroll, recording income/expenses, posting receipts, and assisting with financial reporting.  The ideal candidate will have a background in accounting or finance, experience with QuickBooks Online, and knowledge of standard accounting procedures.  Contact:  Msgr. Michael Rose at [email protected].  

Part-time Maintenance Manager 
St. Anne, Southborough is seeking a reliable and organized person to oversee daily facility operations.  Responsibilities include: taking care of our facilities through cleaning, maintenance, light repairs/handy work, overall general upkeep and the opening and closing of our buildings. Qualifications include strong attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple priorities, robust organizational skills and carpentry experience is a plus. This is a part-time position totaling 24 hours per week, 8 AM-1 PM, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Salary is negotiable depending upon experience. For more information and to apply, contact the parish office at (508)485-0141 or [email protected] or reach out directly to Fr. Albert.

Retreat for Married and Engaged Couples in Harvard
St. John's Marriage Mentors is offering "Changing the Dance", their 3rd annual marriage retreat for married and engaged couples on Saturday, Nov. 14 beginning at 8:00 am at St. Benedict Abbey, 252 Still River Road in Harvard. $50 per couple includes dinner. For more information or to register, contact Adrianne at 617-905-6093 or [email protected].

Retrouvaille Marriage Retreat in November
Retrouvaille of New England is offering a Retreat for couples on Nov. 13 - 15 at Alton Bay, NH. For more information call 508-271-7155 or visit MarriageHelpNewEngland.org.

2027 Pilgrimage to the Shrines of France
Join Fr. Stephen Lundrigan and members of our diocese on a pilgrimage to Lourdes, Paris, Normandy and MORE on Oct 25 - Nov. 4, 2027 with Collette Tours. For more information email Todd Jarvis at [email protected] for a brochure.

Bereaved Parents Support Group in Worcester
Pieta is an ongoing support group for bereaved parents. Anyone who has experienced the death of a child is welcome to join us. This is a safe place for parents to come and share their pain and loss with other bereaved parents in a non-judgmental atmosphere. No matter how long it has been, or the age when one has to bury a son or daughter, the loss is profound and brings about significant changes in family life. We welcome parents of any faith to join us. Topics will cover all aspects of grieving. Meetings are held on the second Monday of each month at 7:00 PM in the conference room in the Church Hall at St. George Church, 40 Brattle Street, Worcester. for more information, contact Terry Gentile or Sue Stevens, PIETA co-chair at 508-284-0796 or [email protected].

Support Pro-Life with a Choose Life License Plate
Support life every time you drive. The Massachusetts Choose Life specialty license plate offers a simple and visible way to affirm the dignity of human life while supporting services for women, children, and families. The plate is available through the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles. To learn more and find ordering information, visit chooselifemassachusetts.org.

Volunteers Welcome at the Mustard Seed
The Mustard Seed Catholic Worker in Worcester serves a free dinner to neighbors in need every weeknight. Volunteers help set up, serve, and clean up — no experience needed, and it's easy to come with a friend or two. Sign up at mustardseedcw.org or email [email protected]. All are welcome.

Volunteer with Ignatian Volunteer Corps
Ignatian Volunteer Corps (IVC) New England is interviewing applicants now for fall openings. IVC Service Corps Members combine direct service opportunities at non-profits serving those in need in our communities with monthly spiritual reflection in the Jesuit tradition. Volunteers, 50 years of age and better, serve one or two full days/week from September through June. For more information and an application, contact IVC New England Director Dave Hinchen: [email protected].

Volunteer Pianists Needed – Share Your Gift of Music
Saint Vincent Hospital in Worcester is seeking volunteer pianists to bring live music back to their atrium lobby. They are looking for individuals who would be willing to play for about an hour on a weekday. These informal performances will help create a calming, comforting, and welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff. It’s a meaningful way to share your talent and brighten someone’s day! If you or someone you know may be interested, please contact Leslie Harper at [email protected] or call 508-370-2631.

Special Religious Development
SPRED (SPecial RELigious Development) has concluded the monthly meetings for the academic year 2025 - 2026 at Sacred Heart of Jesus Hall, 11 Day Street, Webster. They will commence again in October 2026. Please contact Linda at [email protected].

Mass with ASL interpreter
St. Rose of Lima Parish in Northborough is offering a Mass with an ASL interpreter every fourth Sunday of the month at 10 am. Anyone in the deaf community is invited to attend.

BEWARE of Email Scams that appear to come from the parish
All too often, email scams are appearing that use the pastor's name or a parish staff name asking for gift cards or donations of some sort. BE VIGILANT and delete these. If you look closely they often use an email address that appears to be very close to the real email address of the pastor or some staff person, but is not real. Know that our parish will only seek donations through normal, announced requests, not an individual email looking for donations to be personally sent to someone. When in doubt, DELETE. Don't even open them.

Divine Mercy Ministry to Seniors
Volunteers are needed to spread Jesus’ message of Divine Mercy to seniors in local nursing homes and assisted living facilities. As a volunteer prayer group leader, you would lead a weekly 30-minute Divine Mercy prayer group using a simple prepared model of readings, prayers, and the Chaplet of Divine Mercy. If you feel that the Lord is calling you to this ministry of mercy, please contact Mary Higgins (413) 552-7231 or email Mary at: [email protected].