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July 31, 2020A 13-year tradition continues at St. Rose of Lima Parish in Northborough: the planting of their Community Garden.Read More -
July 30, 2020In the spirit of St. Peter Chrysologus, Msgr. Thomas Sullivan comes before you on behalf of others - the tens of thousands of persons our diocese serves each year through the annual Partners in Charity Appeal.Read More -
July 30, 2020STURBRIDGE – The Augustinians of the Assumption observed their 175th anniversary differently than planned – and the St. Anne Novena was altered – because of coronavirus restrictions.Read More -
July 30, 2020WORCESTER - Mary Enyonam Xatse, 65, went home to be with the Lord on May 21. Family and friends are welcome to her visitation on Friday, Aug. 7 from 6-9 p.m. at Blessed Sacrament Church, 551 Pleasant St. Her funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, Aug. 8 at 9 a.m. at St. Paul Cathedral, 38 High St.Read More -
July 27, 2020After being missing for a couple weeks, the Blessed Mother was put back in her place Monday – in the grotto at McAuley Nazareth Home in Leicester.Read More -
July 25, 2020The check is in the mail. Actually, 42 checks, totaling $1,742,617.72, are on their way to parishes from blocks one and two of the Legacy of Hope capital campaign.Read More -
July 24, 2020WEST BOYLSTON – Father Juan Echavarria, pastor of St. Mary of the Hills Parish, and Deacon Richard Martino, ride their Vespas to the homes of parishioners, to bless the people and houses, outside.Read More -
July 23, 2020WEBSTER – Father Charles E. J. Borowski, 79, died Wednesday, July 22 at Harrington Healthcare at Hubbard after being stricken ill while driving.Read More -
July 23, 2020A popular annual youth conference was a blessing to some local people, despite – or even because of – watching it online this year. Others chose to have an alternative live event.Read More -
July 23, 2020Catholic school administrators have been spending the summer planning for opening day making safety and flexibility key, Superintendent David Perda said.Read More -
July 23, 2020The Roman Catholic Bishops of Massachusetts have released a statement regarding police reform legislation. It says in part, "As Bishops, we take this opportunity to specifically voice our support of the efforts of Governor Baker and the legislature as they craft a bill to enact meaningful police reform."Read More
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July 17, 2020Throughout the early months of the coronavirus pandemic, the federal Paycheck Protection Program secured the jobs of 231 Worcester diocesan employees and countless more parish and school staff.Read More -
July 17, 2020This fall, a recent Columbia University graduate, who grew up in Shrewsbury, will begin her work as a Fellowship of Catholic University Students missionary at Kansas State University.Read More -
July 16, 2020The cancellation of a summer trip hasn’t stopped youth from St. Patrick Parish in Whitinsville from seeking justice and promoting faith. This year, they’re giving back to their parish, instead of serving one on the other side of the country.Read More -
July 16, 2020A letter on behalf of the state's bishops has urged legislators to quickly address housing bills to prevent the start of eviction and foreclosure proceedings against people unable to pay their rent or mortgages because of the pandemic.Read More -
July 12, 2020Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, at least four parishes in the Worcester Diocese have prepared summer programs and activities for children. Vacation Bible School is available online from two of the parishes and anyone can participate whether or not they are a member of that parish.Read More -
July 12, 2020The St. Vincent de Paul Thrift store at 507 Park Ave. in Worcester was put up for sale for $285,000 last week, according to Susan Treveloni, president of the diocesan council of the Society.Read More -
July 12, 2020“The Lord’s back; there is so much cause for rejoicing!” Father Adam Reid, pastor of Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish in Webster made that comment after re-enthroning the Blessed Sacrament in the perpetual adoration chapel across the street from the church.Read More -
July 7, 2020Father Robert D. Bruso died Tuesday, July 7, in the rectory of St. Cecilia Parish in Leominster, where he was pastor. Father Bruso’s funeral Mass is at 11 a.m. Saturday in St. Cecilia’s, but seating is limited.Read More -
July 2, 2020Catholic schools in the Worcester Diocese are preparing to reopen this fall, aided by state guidelines that came out last week, David Perda, the superintendent, said Tuesday.Read More
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