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Discover our Catholic Diocese of WorcesterWelcome to our Diocesan website, where you will find a variety of resources at your disposal. Whether you are a visitor who is looking for a baptismal certificate or a pastor needing resources for your parish ministries, I hope and pray that our virtual chancery will serve you well.
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Meet Bishop McManusOur ShepherdSt. John Paul II named Bishop McManus the Fifth Bishop of Worcester. He was installed on May 14, 2004. In 2008, he completed his term as the Chairperson of the Committee on Education for the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. He has also served on the USCCB Doctrine Committee from 2001 until 2024, which issued the 6th edition of the national standards known as the Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Healthcare. Locally, he made promotion of vocations to the priesthood a priority since his installation as Bishop; initiated the annual Celebrate Priesthood gala to recognize the gift of the priesthood and to increase funding for priests retirement, and has firmly continued the implementation of the Charter for the Protection of Youth and Young Adults, responding to needs of victims and protection of our youth.
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Diocesan News
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June 5
While Christopher Aubrey worked for more than 20 years as an auto mechanic, some of his coworkers and customers called him “Father Chris” because they knew he was interested in becoming a priest. It’s finally about to happen. He’s scheduled to be ordained a priest on June 13 at St. Paul Cathedral.Read More -
June 5
As bills to legalize physician-assisted suicide in Massachusetts are again before the legislature, Bishop McManus has called for Catholics to voice their opposition.Read More -
June 3
The letter says that, effective July 1, St. Christopher and Our Lady of the Rosary parishes will be merged into Our Lady of Providence Parish, which will use its present St. Bernard Church and Our Lady of the Rosary Church for Masses. St. Christopher Church will close.Read More -
May 30
...A parish must be able to provide vibrant liturgical life, faith formation, pastoral outreach, and opportunities for fellowship and service. These elements help foster a living and active community of faith that can effectively invite others into a relationship with Christ and carry forward the Church’s mission of evangelization. The plan being announced today seeks to strengthen parish life in North Worcester so that our parishes may more effectively serve the needs of today and of the foreseeable future....Read More -
May 29
Two Mercy Centre teams defeated St. John’s teams to reach the championship game where they tied, 13-13, to share the title. The May 19 tournament was much more about having fun than winning or losing.Read More
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Around the DioceseWhat's Happening
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Saturday, June 6, 8:00 AM - 12:30 PMOn 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!Read More
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Saturday, June 6, 8:00 AMSt. 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.Read More
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Saturday, June 6, 8:00 AM - 2:00 PMUrban Missionaries of Our Lady of Hope, 242 Canterbury St., will hold its annual Flea Market 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturdays through the fall. Now accepting credit cards. Dealers (set up at 7 a.m.) are welcome. Call 508-831-7455 x102 one week prior to reserve tables at $25/ea and $15/additional table.Read More
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Saturday, June 6, 9:00 AMOperation Carry the Cross, will be held 9 a.m., June 6. Local native Noah Hajdu will carry a life-size cross up Mount Wachusett, 499 Mountain Road. Father Derek Mobilio will offer Mass near the summit. To sponsor his effort or join the hike, visit worcestervocations.com/operation. All proceeds support college campus ministry in the Diocese of Worcester.Read More
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Saturday, June 6, 9:30 AMSt. Mary-Uxbridge - First Saturday, 9:30 a m. Morning Mass will be held on the FIRST Saturday of the month. CLICK COR DETAILS.Read More
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Saturday, June 6, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AMThe 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.Read More
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Bishop Confirms Commitment to the
Charter for Youth ProtectionSafe Environment“...We have been and continue to be committed to responding to victims of past abuse and to the protection of children in our midst today as well as to the reporting of any cases brought to our attention to law enforcement, no matter how many years ago they occurred...”
Read the 2023 report to learn more
Resources to Report Abuse
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