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Celebrate Priesthood 2026
Thank youOur thanks to all those who contributed to another successful Celebrate Priesthood gala!SEE HIGHLIGHTSBackForwardPauseCaption
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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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November 6
For the 67th year, Catholic Charities Worcester County will coordinate the Bishop’s Holiday Dinners in the Cenacle at St. Paul Cathedral in Worcester on Thanksgiving and Christmas. Bishop McManus will host for the 22nd year.Read More -
November 5
Bishop McManus has appointed Timothy Messenger to the expanded role of diocesan director of the Office for the New Evangelization. Mr. Messenger will continue to oversee youth and young adult ministry within this new office.Read More -
November 4
The canonization process for Ruth V.K. Pakaluk – a Worcester wife, mother, convert and pro-life activist – has been halted for now, according to the leaders.Read More -
October 30
The conference celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Creighton Model FertilityCare™ System (CrMS), which has “empowered women to understand and monitor their fertility and reproductive health and enabled couples to achieve or avoid pregnancy through joint educated decisions,” according to organizer Marise Frangie.Read More -
October 30
“It was a special graduating class,” commented Sheila Marshall, a reunion planning committee member. They did not know they would be the school’s last class until their senior year, she said.Read More
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Around the DioceseWhat's Happening
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Saturday, November 7, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PMThis year's Worcester Catholic Women's Conference will be held Saturday, Nov. 7 at St. Joseph School, Webster. The theme is "Strength and Dignity are Her Clothing." Visit www.wcwconference.com. CLICK FOR MORE.Read More
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Saturday, November 7, 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, November 7, 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, November 7, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PMSt. Peter Parish will hold its Annual Holiday Fair 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 7, in the parish hall, 39 Church Ave., featuring a variety of tables, raffles, food, and holiday shopping. Contact the parish office at 508-234-2156 or [email protected]. CLICK FOR MORE.Read More
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Saturday, November 7, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PMOur Lady of Hope Parish will hold its Harvest Fair at St. James Church Hall, 89 Main Street, S. Grafton on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 9AM - 3PM. There will be something for everyone. We’ve increased our top Money Raffle prize to $1,000 and the White Elephant area, plus our expanded ‘Kids Zone’ this year as well. CLICK FOR DETAIL.Read More
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Saturday, November 7, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PMSt. Denis Parish will hold its Holiday Fair 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 7, featuring crafts, raffles, baked goods, kids’ table, and luncheon served 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Package raffles available for online purchase and vendor spaces ($30) are still available. Visit SaintDenisChurch.com. CLICK FOR MORE.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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