Sacred Heart-St. Catherine of Sweden Parish, 596 Cambridge St., will hold adoration monthly on First Friday, CLICK FOR DETAILS. 

Our Lady of Czestochowa, 34 Ward St., holds adoration 3-6:30 p.m. Fridays, starting with Divine Mercy chaplet and followed by Mass in Polish.

Divine Mercy Parish, 48 St. Paul St., will hold its fall fundraiser, Raffle Madness, Friday, Nov. 1. Doors open at 4 p.m., with raffles beginning at 6 p.m., with over 175 prizes being raffled. The kitchen will serve homemade soup, chili, grilled cheese, hot dogs and hamburgers. A special baked table will feature desserts.

St. Cecilia Parish, 188 Mechanic St., will hold bingo Fridays. Doors open at 4 p.m. Games begin at 6:30 p.m.

Sacred Heart-St. Catherine of Sweden Parish, 596 Cambridge St., will hold bingo Fridays. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Games begin at 6:30 p.m. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

Pack 37 Cub Scouts, chartered through Christ the King Church Worcester meets every Friday 6:30pm.

On First Friday Annunciation Parish will celebrate Mass at 6:30 p.m. followed by adoration from 7-7:30 p.m., in the Holy Spirit Chapel, 50 Lovewell St. Priests will be available for confessions during this adoration time.

Back to Basics Narcotics Anonymous Support group for those attempting to recover from drugs meets 7-8 p.m., Fridays at Our Lady of Lourdes Chruch in the parish hall, 1290 Grafton St. National Helpline: 1-800-662-4357

K of C Council 12691 will accept donations after Masses on Nov. 2 and Nov. 3 at Christ the King Parish, 1052 Pleasant St., for the annual Diaper Drive for mothers and children in need. Checks should be written to Knights of Columbus Council 12691. Contact Grand Knight Wesley Cotter at wesleycotter227@gmail.com. CLICK FOR DETAIL.

On 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!

St. 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.

Our Lady of Hope Parish Harvest Fair will be held at St. James Church Hall, 89 Main Street, S. Grafton on Saturday, November 2nd, 2024 from 9AM - 3PM. There will be something for everyone! CLICK FOR DETAILS.

St. Peter Parish will holding its Annual Holiday Fair 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 2 in the parish hall, 39 Church Ave., featuring raffles, baked goods, various tables, auction, and food. Contact the parish office at 508-234-2156 or parishoffice@stpeterrockdale.org. CLICK FOR MORE.

Our Lady of Hope Parish will hold its Harvest Fair at St. James Church Hall, 89 Main St. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 2. Come browse, buy, have breakfast or lunch. CLICK FOR MORE.

St. Joseph Parish will hold its Christmas Fair in the hall, 296 N. Main St., 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Sat. Nov. 2, featuring bake sale, crafts, jewelry and raffles. Lunch is 11 a.m.-1 p.m. with soups, sandwiches, and apple pie.

Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish, Milford, MA

St. Mary-Uxbridge - First Saturday, 9:30 a m. Morning Mass will be held on the FIRST Saturday of the month. CLICK COR DETAILS.

The Little Audrey Santo First Saturday Mass and devotions will be held 10:30 a.m., in the backyard at 68 So. Flagg St., Worcester. Call 508-755-8712 to inform us of your visit. CLICK FOR MORE.

St. Bernard Parish at St. Camillus de Lellis Church, 333 Mechanic St., Fitchburg will host a Mass remembering STB deceased alumni 11 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 2. The names of Bernardians who passed in 2023 and 2024 will be read at Mass. Contact Joanne Pagnotta '78, Alumni Coordinator, 978-502-6993. CLICK FOR MORE.

Bishop McManus will celebrate an All Souls Day Mass 11 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 2, at the Notre Dame Cemetery main mausoleum chapel, 162 Webster St.

St. Denis Parish, 27 Manchaug St., will hold its holiday fair 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 2, featuring crafts, raffles, baked goods, kids’ table and lunch 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Vendor spaces are still available - visit SaintDenisChurch.com.

Our Lady of Mercy Parish, 341 June St., will hold its First Saturday devotions at 3 p.m., including adoration, rosary, Divine Mercy Chaplet, confession and concludes with 4 p.m. Mass. All are welcome. 

St. Andrew Bobola Parish, 54 West Main St., will hold First Saturday devotions with confession at 3 p.m., a rosary procession with Our Lady of Fatima statue around the church at 3:30 p.m. and Mass at 4 p.m.

St. Andrew Bobola Parish, 54 West Main St., welcomes pilgrims to Sunday Masses with a blessing with the St. Andrews Bobola relic, 10:30 a.m. in English, followed by coffee shop and at noon in Polish. For information, call the rectory at 508-943-5633.

The Guild of Our Lady of Providence will hold its annual Mass for deceased members noon, Sunday, Nov. 3. at Blessed Sacrament Church, 555 Pleasant St., Worcester. Members will bring toiletries for the Mustard Seed. Contributions will be accepted in the Phelan Center at the church 1-3 p.m.

The Guild of Our Lady of Providence will hold its annual Mass for Deceased members on Sunday, Nov. 3 at Noon at Blessed Sacrament Church, Worcester. Members will be bringing toiletries for women who are in a shelter. Anyone who would like to contribute could bring items to the Phelan Center at Blessed Sacrament Church between 1 and 3 pm that day.

On Sunday, November 3 at 3 pm, please join us for the Day 40 Rosary. We will begin with the Rosary and Divine Mercy Chaplet on the sidewalk and then have Adoration in the Problem Pregnancy Chapel.

The 40 Days for Life Fall Campaign will conclude Sunday, Nov. 3, beginning at 3 p.m. with the rosary and Divine Mercy Chaplet on the sidewalk across from Planned Parenthood, 470 Pleasant St., followed by adoration in the Problem Pregnancy Chapel, 495 Pleasant St.

Sacred Heart – St Catherine of Sweden Parish, 596 Cambridge St., will host the diocesan Ultreya 6:30-8 p.m. on the first Sunday of the month.

The Mary & Martha Sodality hosts a coffee hour in the Dugan Center, 22 W. Main St., on the first Sunday of the month following the 8 a.m. Mass at the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church.

St. Anne Prayer Shawl members meet Mondays, 10 a.m.-noon, in the parish hall, 20 Boston Road, to knit/crochet for people in need of a blessed shawl. CLICK FOR MORE.

Christ the King Parish will continue its annual novena for nine consecutive Mondays, 7:15-8 p.m. through Nov. 4, at 1052 Pleasant St. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

The Our Lady of Czestochowa book club meets 7-8:15 p.m., Mondays in the church hall. Visit olcworcester.com for the list of upcoming books or contact Julie at 508-320-2965. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

St. Mary Parish, will hold its 6-week fall session of bereavement support 1-2:30 p.m., Tuesdays, Oct. 8-Nov. 12, in the Gathering Room, 114 Princeton St. We are informal, friendly, faith based, open to the public, and free. Call or text Beth: 508-272-6923 or beth@stmaryjeff.com to RSVP. CLICK FOR MORE.

St. Luke the Evangelist Parish, 70 W. Main St., will hold exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and adoration after its 9 a.m. Mass Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m., including the rosary at 9:30 a.m., the Divine Mercy chaplet at 3 p.m., prayers for the sanctity of life at 5 p.m., and concluding with Benediction at 6 p.m. CLICK FOR MORE.

The Mt. Carmel Golden Years Club is always welcoming new members. Meetings are held 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Tuesdays, in the Our Lady of Loreto parish center, 37A Massasoit Road. Bring a lunch, followed by socializing and bingo.

St. Joseph and St. Stephen Parish, will hold its Miraculous Medal Novena on consecutive Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m., Oct. 1-Nov. 26, in St. Stephen Church, 357 Grafton St. with novena prayers, a reflection and Benediction. CLICK FOR HOMILIST LIST.

The Kolbe Family Group is open to friends and family of loved ones who are struggling with substance abuse and mental illness. This group provides spiritual and emotional support as well as educational resources. CLICK FOR MORE.

The St. Luke the Evangelist Divine Mercy Cenacle meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month, 7-8:30 p.m. in the church, 70 West Main St. To join or for information contact Andrea Malo, atandreamalo2@gmail.com.

St. John, Guardian of Our Lady Parish, 80 Union St., will hold its Miraculous Medal Novena on 9 consecutive Tuesdays through Nov. 26, with 7 p.m. Mass and novena prayers. CLICK FOR HOMELISTS.

Adoration will be held 6 a.m.-8 p.m., Wednesdays, in the Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Church, 135 Nichols St. All are welcome. Volunteer for an hour a week, an hour a month, or be placed on a substitute list. Contact Anne Roberts 978-632-4075.

St. Mary of the Assumption Parish will hold first Wednesday devotions to the Most Chaste Heart of St. Joseph for those wishing to obtain the promised special graces for the sick and dying. The St. Joseph Chaplet will be prayed after the 9 a.m. Mass in the St. Joseph Chapel of the parish center, 17 Winter St. (livestreamed at stmarymilford.org/live-streamed-masses) For information call 508-473-2000.

Do you feel that Christ is calling you to serve his followers as a permanent deacon? If you are a male between the ages of 30 and 59, single or married, this form of service may just be the answer. Come to an information session. Our next class will begin in 2025. Contact Deacon Donald Pegg at dpegg@worcesterdiocese.org. CLICK FOR MORE.

ESL CLASSES-WORCESTER: Our Lady of Providence hosts English as a Second Language classes on Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. in two 10-week sessions in the former Marie Anne Center, 236 Lincoln St. Contact Meaghan O’Sadnick at mosadnick@olpworcester.org for details.

St. Peter Parish, 39 Church Ave., will hold a weekly bible study Wednesdays at 7 p.m. in the parish hall. Fr. Michael Lavallee will facilitate these sessions reflecting on the gospel for the coming Sunday and more. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

A pro-life Mass will be celebrated by Father Tony Kazarnowicz at 11 a.m., Thursdays, in the Problem Pregnancy chapel, followed by recitation of the Latin rosary on the sidewalk across the street from Planned Parenthood, 475 Pleasant St.

St. Bernard Church of Our Lady of Providence Parish, 228 Lincoln St., will hold adoration of the Blessed Sacrament first Thursdays following the 8:15 a.m. Mass - 6:45 p.m. Scheduled adorers needed. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

St. John Paul Parish holds eucharistic adoration Thursdays after the 8:45 a.m. Mass, 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. in St. Mary Church, 247 Hamilton St. 

Jared Dees, Guest Speaker--St. George Parish, Worcester---Details TBA

Family Prayer Night at St. George Church every Thursday at 6 p.m. In the upper church there is a gathering of people who pray for all families. For information call 508-853-0183. CLICK FOR MORE.

Holy Family Academy holds bingo Thursdays, 6:30-10 p.m., in the Holy Rosary Church hall,135 Nichols St. Doors open at 4:30.

A young adult (18-35) group will meet to pray the St. Michael Chaplet 7 p.m., every 1st and 3rd Thursday at Annunciation Parish Center behind Holy Rosary Church, 135 Nichols St. For information about this event and/or the group, contact Jonah Kattau at jdkattau@gmail.com.

Fatima Shrine hosts a Pax Christi group which meets on the second Friday of the month, 4-5:30 p.m. New members are welcome. CLICK FOR MORE

Our Lady of Czestochowa, 34 Ward St., holds adoration 3-6:30 p.m. Fridays, starting with Divine Mercy chaplet and followed by Mass in Polish.

St. Cecilia Parish, 188 Mechanic St., will hold bingo Fridays. Doors open at 4 p.m. Games begin at 6:30 p.m.

Sacred Heart-St. Catherine of Sweden Parish, 596 Cambridge St., will hold bingo Fridays. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Games begin at 6:30 p.m. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

St. Cecilia Parish, 180 Mechanic St., will hold its Christmas in Acadia festival 5-8 p.m., Friday, Nov. 8 and 12-6 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 9. CLICK FOR DETAIL.

Pack 37 Cub Scouts, chartered through Christ the King Church Worcester meets every Friday 6:30pm.

Christ the King Parish, 1052 Pleasant St., invites everyone to a free concert 7 p.m., Friday, Nov. 8. ‘Crossing over into Campground’ is a program of African American spirituals and piano works by African American women composers. A reception follows the concert. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

Back to Basics Narcotics Anonymous Support group for those attempting to recover from drugs meets 7-8 p.m., Fridays at Our Lady of Lourdes Chruch in the parish hall, 1290 Grafton St. National Helpline: 1-800-662-4357

Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, 52 Spruce St., will hold its Fall Festival 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 9, and 8 a.m.-noon, Sunday, Nov. 10. Saturday features a 5 p.m. Polish Dinner $15/person. Sunday morning breakfast will be available. CLICK FOR MORE.

All are invited to attend the monthly meeting, 9-111 a.m. every second Saturday at St. Anne Church, 20 Boston Road. Contact Patrick O’Donnell, SFO at sfostanne.minister@aol.com or 857-540-4008. CLICK FOR MORE.

Seven Sisters Apostolate will hold a morning for prayer for priests at St. Roch Church, 332 Main St., Saturday, Nov. 9, beginning with 10:30 a.m. Mass followed an hour of eucharistic adoration then a light lunch and fellowship at noon. A $10 suggested donation is welcome to cover expenses. RSVP to SevenSistersWorcester@gmail.com.

St. Cecilia Parish, 180 Mechanic St., will hold its Christmas in Acadia festival 5-8 p.m., Friday, Nov. 8 and 12-6 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 9. CLICK FOR DETAIL.

Immaculate Conception Parish will host G.K. Chesterton Society’s monthly meetings at 6:30 p.m. on the second Saturday of the month, in the lower hall, 353 Grove St., with discussions on his vast writings. New members welcome. Contact Candice at cjaegle787@gmail.com

Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, 52 Spruce St., will hold its Fall Festival 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 9, and 8 a.m.-noon, Sunday, Nov. 10. Saturday features a 5 p.m. Polish Dinner $15/person. Sunday morning breakfast will be available. CLICK FOR MORE.

St. Andrew Bobola Parish, 54 West Main St., welcomes pilgrims to Sunday Masses with a blessing with the St. Andrews Bobola relic, 10:30 a.m. in English, followed by coffee shop and at noon in Polish. For information, call the rectory at 508-943-5633.

St. Bernard’s High School will host a complimentary luncheon for the STB Classes of 1941-1965 Monday, Nov. 11 at St. Bernard’s Elementary School (handicap accessible). Contact Kathy Krysiak ’90 at 781-718-0390.or visitstbernardshighschool.org/alumni-luncheon to register by Nov. 4. CLICK FOR MORE.

St. Anne Prayer Shawl members meet Mondays, 10 a.m.-noon, in the parish hall, 20 Boston Road, to knit/crochet for people in need of a blessed shawl. CLICK FOR MORE.

Pieta is an ongoing support group for bereaved parents. Anyone who has experienced the death of a child is welcome to attend. Meetings are held the second Monday of the month at St. George Church, 40 Brattle St., at 7 p.m. in the conference room. For more information, call Terry Gentile at 508-284-0796 or Sue Stevens at 508-852-4887, or email pieta3@gmail.com.

The Our Lady of Czestochowa book club meets 7-8:15 p.m., Mondays in the church hall. Visit olcworcester.com for the list of upcoming books or contact Julie at 508-320-2965. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

St. Mary Parish, will hold its 6-week fall session of bereavement support 1-2:30 p.m., Tuesdays, Oct. 8-Nov. 12, in the Gathering Room, 114 Princeton St. We are informal, friendly, faith based, open to the public, and free. Call or text Beth: 508-272-6923 or beth@stmaryjeff.com to RSVP. CLICK FOR MORE.

St. Luke the Evangelist Parish, 70 W. Main St., will hold exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and adoration after its 9 a.m. Mass Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m., including the rosary at 9:30 a.m., the Divine Mercy chaplet at 3 p.m., prayers for the sanctity of life at 5 p.m., and concluding with Benediction at 6 p.m. CLICK FOR MORE.

The Mt. Carmel Golden Years Club is always welcoming new members. Meetings are held 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Tuesdays, in the Our Lady of Loreto parish center, 37A Massasoit Road. Bring a lunch, followed by socializing and bingo.

The St. Vincent De Paul Society of St. Roch Parish sponsors a free hot meal 5-6 p.m., the 2nd Tuesday of each month, in the parish hall, 334 Main St. CLICK FOR DETAILS

St. Joseph and St. Stephen Parish, will hold its Miraculous Medal Novena on consecutive Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m., Oct. 1-Nov. 26, in St. Stephen Church, 357 Grafton St. with novena prayers, a reflection and Benediction. CLICK FOR HOMILIST LIST.

St. John, Guardian of Our Lady Parish, 80 Union St., will hold its Miraculous Medal Novena on 9 consecutive Tuesdays through Nov. 26, with 7 p.m. Mass and novena prayers. CLICK FOR HOMELISTS.

Adoration will be held 6 a.m.-8 p.m., Wednesdays, in the Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Church, 135 Nichols St. All are welcome. Volunteer for an hour a week, an hour a month, or be placed on a substitute list. Contact Anne Roberts 978-632-4075.

The Leicester KofC, 90 Manville St. will hold a family dinner 6 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 13. Cost is $15/pp and includes salad, choice of turkey dinner or baked fish, dessert and coffee. RSVP to Don at 508-865-8434 or ohno7g7@yahoo.com by Nov. 7.

ESL CLASSES-WORCESTER: Our Lady of Providence hosts English as a Second Language classes on Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. in two 10-week sessions in the former Marie Anne Center, 236 Lincoln St. Contact Meaghan O’Sadnick at mosadnick@olpworcester.org for details.

St. Peter Parish, 39 Church Ave., will hold a weekly bible study Wednesdays at 7 p.m. in the parish hall. Fr. Michael Lavallee will facilitate these sessions reflecting on the gospel for the coming Sunday and more. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

The Knights of Columbus Council #228 is welcoming new members at their meetings on second Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. in the Fr. Marcotte Church Hall.

A pro-life Mass will be celebrated by Father Tony Kazarnowicz at 11 a.m., Thursdays, in the Problem Pregnancy chapel, followed by recitation of the Latin rosary on the sidewalk across the street from Planned Parenthood, 475 Pleasant St.

St. John Paul Parish holds eucharistic adoration Thursdays after the 8:45 a.m. Mass, 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. in St. Mary Church, 247 Hamilton St. 

Our Lady of Czestochowa Parish, Worcester

Family Prayer Night at St. George Church every Thursday at 6 p.m. In the upper church there is a gathering of people who pray for all families. For information call 508-853-0183. CLICK FOR MORE.

Holy Family Academy holds bingo Thursdays, 6:30-10 p.m., in the Holy Rosary Church hall,135 Nichols St. Doors open at 4:30.

Our Lady of Czestochowa, 34 Ward St., holds adoration 3-6:30 p.m. Fridays, starting with Divine Mercy chaplet and followed by Mass in Polish.

St. Cecilia Parish, 188 Mechanic St., will hold bingo Fridays. Doors open at 4 p.m. Games begin at 6:30 p.m.

Sacred Heart-St. Catherine of Sweden Parish, 596 Cambridge St., will hold bingo Fridays. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Games begin at 6:30 p.m. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

Pack 37 Cub Scouts, chartered through Christ the King Church Worcester meets every Friday 6:30pm.

Back to Basics Narcotics Anonymous Support group for those attempting to recover from drugs meets 7-8 p.m., Fridays at Our Lady of Lourdes Chruch in the parish hall, 1290 Grafton St. National Helpline: 1-800-662-4357

The Commission for Women of the Diocese of Worcester will hold a Mini-Retreat for Women with Francesca LaRosa on Saturday, Nov. 16, 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at St. Anne's Parish, Shrewsbury. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

Our Lady of the Angels School will hold a meat raffle 4-8 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 16, at Breen's Cafe,16 Cambridge St., including additional raffles and baskets.

Beginning Sunday, November 17th through Saturday November 23rd

St. Andrew Bobola Parish, 54 West Main St., welcomes pilgrims to Sunday Masses with a blessing with the St. Andrews Bobola relic, 10:30 a.m. in English, followed by coffee shop and at noon in Polish. For information, call the rectory at 508-943-5633.

St. Anne Prayer Shawl members meet Mondays, 10 a.m.-noon, in the parish hall, 20 Boston Road, to knit/crochet for people in need of a blessed shawl. CLICK FOR MORE.

St. Cecilia Parish will host a new group of 60+ likeminded Catholics, to learn more about out the faith with a spiritual director, meeting 6:30-8 p.m on the first and third Mondays of the month in the rectory conference room. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

The Our Lady of Czestochowa book club meets 7-8:15 p.m., Mondays in the church hall. Visit olcworcester.com for the list of upcoming books or contact Julie at 508-320-2965. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

St. Luke the Evangelist Parish, 70 W. Main St., will hold exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and adoration after its 9 a.m. Mass Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m., including the rosary at 9:30 a.m., the Divine Mercy chaplet at 3 p.m., prayers for the sanctity of life at 5 p.m., and concluding with Benediction at 6 p.m. CLICK FOR MORE.

The Mt. Carmel Golden Years Club is always welcoming new members. Meetings are held 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Tuesdays, in the Our Lady of Loreto parish center, 37A Massasoit Road. Bring a lunch, followed by socializing and bingo.

St. Joseph and St. Stephen Parish, will hold its Miraculous Medal Novena on consecutive Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m., Oct. 1-Nov. 26, in St. Stephen Church, 357 Grafton St. with novena prayers, a reflection and Benediction. CLICK FOR HOMILIST LIST.

Ladies of Faith meetings will be held every third Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in the large meeting room at St. Mary Church, 640 Main St. The goal of the group is to practice faith, charity and have social gatherings.

The Kolbe Family Group is open to friends and family of loved ones who are struggling with substance abuse and mental illness. Meetings on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month after the 6 p.m. Mass from 6:45 - 8 p.m. in the lower level of St. John, Guardian of Our Lady Church, 80 Union St. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

St. John, Guardian of Our Lady Parish, 80 Union St., will hold its Miraculous Medal Novena on 9 consecutive Tuesdays through Nov. 26, with 7 p.m. Mass and novena prayers. CLICK FOR HOMELISTS.

Adoration will be held 6 a.m.-8 p.m., Wednesdays, in the Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Church, 135 Nichols St. All are welcome. Volunteer for an hour a week, an hour a month, or be placed on a substitute list. Contact Anne Roberts 978-632-4075.

ESL CLASSES-WORCESTER: Our Lady of Providence hosts English as a Second Language classes on Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. in two 10-week sessions in the former Marie Anne Center, 236 Lincoln St. Contact Meaghan O’Sadnick at mosadnick@olpworcester.org for details.

St. Peter Parish, 39 Church Ave., will hold a weekly bible study Wednesdays at 7 p.m. in the parish hall. Fr. Michael Lavallee will facilitate these sessions reflecting on the gospel for the coming Sunday and more. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

A pro-life Mass will be celebrated by Father Tony Kazarnowicz at 11 a.m., Thursdays, in the Problem Pregnancy chapel, followed by recitation of the Latin rosary on the sidewalk across the street from Planned Parenthood, 475 Pleasant St.

St. John Paul Parish holds eucharistic adoration Thursdays after the 8:45 a.m. Mass, 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. in St. Mary Church, 247 Hamilton St. 

Our Lady of Czestochowa Parish, Worcester

Family Prayer Night at St. George Church every Thursday at 6 p.m. In the upper church there is a gathering of people who pray for all families. For information call 508-853-0183. CLICK FOR MORE.

Holy Family Academy holds bingo Thursdays, 6:30-10 p.m., in the Holy Rosary Church hall,135 Nichols St. Doors open at 4:30.

St. Joseph Church, 10 H Putnam Road Ext., hosts a Secular Franciscan Community every third Thursday evening at 6:30 PM. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

Greater Gardner Young Adult Group - join us for prayer and the St. Michael Chaplet!  7 p.m. every 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month at Annunciation Parish Center located just behind Holy Rosary in Gardner. CLICK FOR MORE.

Divine Mercy Parish, 48 St. Paul St., will hold its Guided Adoration 7:15-8 p.m., after 6:30 p.m. Mass, third Thursday of the month. Father John Larochelle will guide adoration with a different focus using scripture, meditation, suggested prayer, candles, incense and more. Confession is also available during adoration. Contact Toni at 508-883-6726 X3.

Our Lady of Czestochowa, 34 Ward St., holds adoration 3-6:30 p.m. Fridays, starting with Divine Mercy chaplet and followed by Mass in Polish.

St. Cecilia Parish, 188 Mechanic St., will hold bingo Fridays. Doors open at 4 p.m. Games begin at 6:30 p.m.

Sacred Heart-St. Catherine of Sweden Parish, 596 Cambridge St., will hold bingo Fridays. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Games begin at 6:30 p.m. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

Pack 37 Cub Scouts, chartered through Christ the King Church Worcester meets every Friday 6:30pm.

Back to Basics Narcotics Anonymous Support group for those attempting to recover from drugs meets 7-8 p.m., Fridays at Our Lady of Lourdes Chruch in the parish hall, 1290 Grafton St. National Helpline: 1-800-662-4357

St. Bernard Elementary School, 254 Summer St., will hold its Holiday Fair 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 23, featuring pictures with Santa, children's rooms & crafts, baked goods, vendors, class basket raffle, Chinese auction, brunch and lunch.

St. Peter Central Catholic Elementary School, 865 Main St., will hold its Christmas fair 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 23, featuring crafts, baked goods, gift baskets and more.

Our Lady of the Valley Regional Elementary School, 75 Mendon St., will hold its 40th annual Christmas Fair, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 23.

St. Andrew Bobola Parish, 54 West Main St., welcomes pilgrims to Sunday Masses with a blessing with the St. Andrews Bobola relic, 10:30 a.m. in English, followed by coffee shop and at noon in Polish. For information, call the rectory at 508-943-5633.

Leicester KofC, 91 Manville St., will hold its annual Turkey Raffle Sunday, Nov. 24. Doors open at noon, games begin at 1 p.m. Prizes include turkeys and gift cards. There will also be various raffles. CLICK FOR MORE.

St. Anne Prayer Shawl members meet Mondays, 10 a.m.-noon, in the parish hall, 20 Boston Road, to knit/crochet for people in need of a blessed shawl. CLICK FOR MORE.

St. Mary of the Assumption Parish, 19 Winter St., will pray for an hour before the Blessed Sacrament 7-8 p.m., Monday, Nov. 25, for those who have been alienated or lost to the Church, that God will bring them home. All are welcome. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

The Our Lady of Czestochowa book club meets 7-8:15 p.m., Mondays in the church hall. Visit olcworcester.com for the list of upcoming books or contact Julie at 508-320-2965. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

St. Luke the Evangelist Parish, 70 W. Main St., will hold exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and adoration after its 9 a.m. Mass Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m., including the rosary at 9:30 a.m., the Divine Mercy chaplet at 3 p.m., prayers for the sanctity of life at 5 p.m., and concluding with Benediction at 6 p.m. CLICK FOR MORE.

The Mt. Carmel Golden Years Club is always welcoming new members. Meetings are held 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Tuesdays, in the Our Lady of Loreto parish center, 37A Massasoit Road. Bring a lunch, followed by socializing and bingo.

St. Joseph and St. Stephen Parish, will conclude its Miraculous Medal Novena on consecutive Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m., on Nov. 26, in St. Stephen Church, 357 Grafton St. with novena prayers, a reflection and Benediction. CLICK FOR HOMILIST LIST.

The Mary & Martha Sodality meets 6:30 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of the month in the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, 22 W. Main St., for the Divine Mercy Chaplet and a 7 p.m. meeting.

St. Joseph Parish, 53 Whitcomb St., is starting an adult men’s group for Bible study, and small group conversations. Meetings will be held on the last Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. in the rectory. Call the rectory 508-943-0467 or Lucien LaPorte at 401-447-9399 for information. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

St. John, Guardian of Our Lady Parish, 80 Union St., will hold its Miraculous Medal Novena on 9 consecutive Tuesdays through Nov. 26, with 7 p.m. Mass and novena prayers. CLICK FOR HOMELISTS.

Adoration will be held 6 a.m.-8 p.m., Wednesdays, in the Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Church, 135 Nichols St. All are welcome. Volunteer for an hour a week, an hour a month, or be placed on a substitute list. Contact Anne Roberts 978-632-4075.

ESL CLASSES-WORCESTER: Our Lady of Providence hosts English as a Second Language classes on Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. in two 10-week sessions in the former Marie Anne Center, 236 Lincoln St. Contact Meaghan O’Sadnick at mosadnick@olpworcester.org for details.

St. Peter Parish, 39 Church Ave., will hold a weekly bible study Wednesdays at 7 p.m. in the parish hall. Fr. Michael Lavallee will facilitate these sessions reflecting on the gospel for the coming Sunday and more. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR BISHOP'S HOLIDAY DINNERS: Volunteers are needed for Thanksgiving and Christmas meal packaging, deliveries, and the sit-down dinner events! Visit www.ccworc.org/bishopsdinnervolunteer/

A pro-life Mass will be celebrated by Father Tony Kazarnowicz at 11 a.m., Thursdays, in the Problem Pregnancy chapel, followed by recitation of the Latin rosary on the sidewalk across the street from Planned Parenthood, 475 Pleasant St.

St. John Paul Parish holds eucharistic adoration Thursdays after the 8:45 a.m. Mass, 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. in St. Mary Church, 247 Hamilton St. 

Are you living alone? The family of St. Louis Parish invites you to a free Thanksgiving Dinner on Thanksgiving Day in the hall, 14 Lake St. Dinner will be served 3-6 p.m. on Nov. 28. RSVP to 508-943-0240 by Monday, Nov. 25. CLICK FOR DETAIL.

Family Prayer Night at St. George Church every Thursday at 6 p.m. In the upper church there is a gathering of people who pray for all families. For information call 508-853-0183. CLICK FOR MORE.

“At the Foot of the Cross” Bereavement Ministry meets the last Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in Our Lady of Loreto Parish Center, 37 Massasoit Rd. If you are grieving the loss of someone by death, please join us for sharing, prayer and mutual support.

Holy Family Academy holds bingo Thursdays, 6:30-10 p.m., in the Holy Rosary Church hall,135 Nichols St. Doors open at 4:30.

Our Lady of Czestochowa, 34 Ward St., holds adoration 3-6:30 p.m. Fridays, starting with Divine Mercy chaplet and followed by Mass in Polish.

St. Cecilia Parish, 188 Mechanic St., will hold bingo Fridays. Doors open at 4 p.m. Games begin at 6:30 p.m.

Sacred Heart-St. Catherine of Sweden Parish, 596 Cambridge St., will hold bingo Fridays. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Games begin at 6:30 p.m. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

Pack 37 Cub Scouts, chartered through Christ the King Church Worcester meets every Friday 6:30pm.

Back to Basics Narcotics Anonymous Support group for those attempting to recover from drugs meets 7-8 p.m., Fridays at Our Lady of Lourdes Chruch in the parish hall, 1290 Grafton St. National Helpline: 1-800-662-4357