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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 II 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. 

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 [email protected].

First Friday Catholic Men’s Club is calling all men to join us for Mass and breakfast (with guest speaker) 8-9 a.m. at the DCU Center, Junior Ballroom, 3rd Floor, Oct. 2. We meet on nine First Fridays a year, Oct.-June. For information regarding membership contact John J. Monahan (president) at 508-754-9414.

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.

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

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.

he Commission for Women of the Diocese of Worcester will hold its Mini-Retreat for Women, "Come to the Water" led by Liz Cotrupi and Liz Cotrupi-Phunder on Saturday, Oct. 3 at St. Anne Parish, 130 Boston Tnpk. The retreat will focus on how Jesus invites us to meet him at the well of his grace. Mass at 8 a.m. followed by 8:45-9:15 a.m. check -in, coffee+ and the retreat runs 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. To register ($25-lunch included) visit worcesterdiocese.org/mini-retreat-for-women or contact Susan Zybert at [email protected]. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

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 (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.

Father John L. Larochelle of Divine Mercy Parish, 48 St. Paul St., will offer the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick 1:30 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 3, for those suffering from physical, mental or spiritual illness.

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.

Serra Club North will hold a spaghetti supper 5-7 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 3, at St. Cecilia Parish Hall, 180 Mechanic St., includes salad, pasta, meatballs, bread, dessert and raffles. Tickets at $15/adults and $8/children 10 and under, are available at St. Cecilia and St Leo’s rectories. Contact [email protected].

Our Lady of Providence Parish will hold a Fiesta Latina with guest artist Alex Hernandez (y su bachata swing) in St. Bernard’s Gym, 228 Lincoln St, 6:30-11 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 3. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Visit olpworcester.org for tickets.

The St Joseph Fraternity of the Secular Franciscan Order will be de celebrating the Transitus of Sts. Francis and Clare 7 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 3 at the Hall of Saints at St. Anne Shrine, 16 Church St.

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. Roch Parish, 332 Main St., will hold a Pro-Life Chain on Respect Life Sunday, Oct. 4, after the 11 a.m. Mass, forming a human chain holding pro-life signs along the sidewalk in front of church and even down the street if need be for 1 hour. All are welcome to join.

Our Lady of Hope Parish will hold a Living Rosary to pray for world peace, 2 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 4, on the Grafton Town Common, followed by a Blessing of the Animals by Father Anthony J. Mpagi at 3 p.m. Restrain your pets as needed.

The annual Life Chain will be held 2-3:30 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 4, on Respect Life Sunday, rain or shine. Life Chain stations will be located at Elm Park/Highland St. and near the old Denny's Restaurant (now Raising Cane’s),494 Lincoln St. in Worcester and at White City Plaza in Shrewsbury. Signs will be available at the local Life Chain stations. Contact Joe Godek at 508-614-5971. All are welcome to join.

The Cathedral Women's Guild will hold a Marian Tea on 3-5 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 4, beginning with Benediction in the St. Paul Cathedral chapel, 15 Chatham St., followed by afternoon tea and fellowship in the cenacle. Bring your favorite tea cup. Contact Cathy at [email protected].

St. Anne and St. Patrick Parish, 16 Church St., holds anointing of the sick 3 p.m. on the first Sunday of every month.

The St. Mary and Divine Mercy Young Adult Group will meet 3-5 p.m., Sundays for Bible study in the conference room, 77 Mendon St. All young adults, ages 18-29, are welcome! Contact Jared Guertin at 508-244-7467.

St. Carlo Acutis Parish will host a Rosary Coast to Coast 4 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 4 at the parish center, 30 W. Main St. Contact Brian O’Malley at 774-234-6295 or [email protected].

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. Mary Parish’s new Prayer Warrior ministry will gather 8:30-9:30 a.m., Mondays, in the Good Shepherd Center, 77 Mendon St., to lift up the needs of the Church, individuals and community. All are welcome.

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.

Father Laurence V. Breault will conduct a series on Pope Leo XIV’s encyclical on AI (artificial intelligence), Magnificat humanitas, in the Divine Mercy parish center community room, 48 St. Paul St., 10:30-11:30 a.m., Mondays. Contact 508-883-6726. All are welcome.

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.

St. Francis of Assisi Parish holds adoration and Benediction Tuesday mornings following the 9 a.m. Mass at St. Thomas-a-Becket Church, 398 Vernon Ave., till about 10:30 a.m.

St. Mary Parish will conduct a novena to Our Lady Undoer of Knots during Eucharistic Adoration at 6:45 p.m., Tuesdays, Oct. 6-Dec. 1, in the church, 640 Main St., to lift up the “knots” in our lives.

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, [email protected].

Our Lady of Mt. Carmel and Our Lady of Loreto Parish will hold its Miraculous Medal Novena for nine consecutive Tuesdays through Oct. 27 at 7 p.m., in the church, 37 Massasoit Road. All are welcome and bring a friend. CLICK FOR SPEAKERS.

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.

The Cancer Support Rosary Group of the North American Martyrs Parish is a gentle and welcoming space for individuals living with cancer. Carlene Sherbourne, (a parishioner of North American Martyrs who brings both personal experience and deep faith to this ministry) will facilitate weekly meetings from 4:30–5:30 p.m. and will be offered in a hybrid format: via Zoom and in person at NAM Church, 8 Wyoma Dr. To register contact Carlene at 774-696-4812 or [email protected]. CLICK 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.

St. Anne Parish, 20 Boston Road, will hold a monthly 24-hour eucharistic adoration beginning 7 p.m. Tuesday (Jan. 6) and ending with a 7 p.m. healing Mass on the first Wednesday (Jan. 7) of the month.

Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish will hold a family rosary devotion dedicated to Our Lady of the Rosary 7 p.m. Wednesdays of October in the Chapel of the Holy Spouses, Mary and Joseph at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, 7 East Main St., concluding with Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament. All are welcome.

St. Cecilia Parish will offer Wednesday night study sessions 7:40-8:40 p.m. in the rectory conference room (down the outside stairs by the back door), 170 Mechanic St., as follows: Mgsr. James P. Moroney will lead a study, Basic Catholic Prayers: Their Origin and Meaning, Oct. 8, 14, 21 and 28; Father Paul J. Shaughnessy, SJ, will present an Introduction to Moral Theology, from 7:40-8:40 p.m., Nov. 4, 11, 18, 25 and Dec. 2.

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 II 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 Hope Parish welcomes all in celebrating the 800th Anniversary of St. Francis of Assisi and his Transit to Heaven. The St. Francis Night Series will be held at St. James Church, So. Grafton, Oct. 8, 15, and 22. Each evening will begin with the Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament followed by a guest speaker, praying of the rosary, and Mass. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

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.

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.

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. Benedict Center/IHM School will hold its fall fundraiser 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 10. featuring the Sisters' homemade apple pies, ethnic food booths, raffles and games at 271 Still River Road. The Giant Yard Sale is across the street at 282 Still River Road. Rain or shine! Free parking! 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 [email protected] or 857-540-4008. CLICK FOR MORE.

A Public Square Rosary Rally will be held at noon, Saturday, Oct. 10, at Carter Park 125 N. Main St. Contact [email protected].

An ANF Public Square Rosary Rally will be held at noon, Saturday, Oct. 10, on the patio in front of Immaculate Conception, 353 Grove St., and inside if it rains, offering reparation for the sins and offenses committed against the Immaculate Heart of Mary and to pray for the conversion of the United States.

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 St. Mary and Divine Mercy Young Adult Group will meet 3-5 p.m., Sundays for Bible study in the conference room, 77 Mendon St. All young adults, ages 18-29, are welcome! Contact Jared Guertin at 508-244-7467.

St. Mary Parish’s new Prayer Warrior ministry will gather 8:30-9:30 a.m., Mondays, in the Good Shepherd Center, 77 Mendon St., to lift up the needs of the Church, individuals and community. All are welcome.

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.

Father Laurence V. Breault will conduct a series on Pope Leo XIV’s encyclical on AI (artificial intelligence), Magnificat humanitas, in the Divine Mercy parish center community room, 48 St. Paul St., 10:30-11:30 a.m., Mondays. Contact 508-883-6726. All are welcome.

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 [email protected].

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.

Calling all men to experience Christ-centered brotherhood at the Shrewsbury Cor Men's Prayer Group. Meetings are 7-8:30 p.m. the second Monday (March 10) of the month at the St. Anne's Father Smith Center basement, 130 Boston Tnpk. Can't join us? Then please pray for us! Contact Eric at [email protected]. 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.

St. Francis of Assisi Parish holds adoration and Benediction Tuesday mornings following the 9 a.m. Mass at St. Thomas-a-Becket Church, 398 Vernon Ave., till about 10:30 a.m.

St. Mary’s Bereavement Support Group will hold its next free, 6-week session, 1-2:30 p.m. on Tuesdays, Oct. 13-Nov. 17, in the Gathering Room at St. Mary Church, 114 Princeton St. Call or text Beth Cunningham 508-272-6923 or email [email protected] by Tuesday. Oct. 7 to register. All are welcome. CLICK FOR MORE.

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. Mary Parish will conduct a novena to Our Lady Undoer of Knots during Eucharistic Adoration at 6:45 p.m., Tuesdays, Oct. 6-Dec. 1, in the church, 640 Main St., to lift up the “knots” in our lives.

Our Lady of Mt. Carmel and Our Lady of Loreto Parish will hold its Miraculous Medal Novena for nine consecutive Tuesdays through Oct. 27 at 7 p.m., in the church, 37 Massasoit Road. All are welcome and bring a friend. CLICK FOR SPEAKERS.

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 Cancer Support Rosary Group of the North American Martyrs Parish is a gentle and welcoming space for individuals living with cancer. Carlene Sherbourne, (a parishioner of North American Martyrs who brings both personal experience and deep faith to this ministry) will facilitate weekly meetings from 4:30–5:30 p.m. and will be offered in a hybrid format: via Zoom and in person at NAM Church, 8 Wyoma Dr. To register contact Carlene at 774-696-4812 or [email protected]. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

St. Luke Parish, 70 W. Main St., welcomes all 7-8 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 14 to worship and praise our Lord as we call upon the presence of the Holy Spirit through music and song, including short reflections on scripture, contemplation, and prayer. Email the facilitator, Tony Joseph, at [email protected].

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.

Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish will hold a family rosary devotion dedicated to Our Lady of the Rosary 7 p.m. Wednesdays of October in the Chapel of the Holy Spouses, Mary and Joseph at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, 7 East Main St., concluding with Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament. All are welcome.

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.

St. Cecilia Parish will offer Wednesday night study sessions 7:40-8:40 p.m. in the rectory conference room (down the outside stairs by the back door), 170 Mechanic St., as follows: Mgsr. James P. Moroney will lead a study, Basic Catholic Prayers: Their Origin and Meaning, Oct. 8, 14, 21 and 28; Father Paul J. Shaughnessy, SJ, will present an Introduction to Moral Theology, from 7:40-8:40 p.m., Nov. 4, 11, 18, 25 and Dec. 2.

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 II 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 Hope Parish welcomes all in celebrating the 800th Anniversary of St. Francis of Assisi and his Transit to Heaven. The St. Francis Night Series will be held at St. James Church, So. Grafton, Oct. 8, 15, and 22. Each evening will begin with the Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament followed by a guest speaker, praying of the rosary, and Mass. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

Our Lady of Hope Parish is offering two Thursdays for talk, reflection and veneration of St. Francis of Assisi at St. James Church, 89 Main St., Oct. 15, and 22. Each evening begins with 5 p.m. adoration; 5:30-7 p.m., a guest speaker, (10/15-Christine Milner, 10/22-Father Richard F. Trainor) reflection, rosary, adoration and ends with 7 p.m. Benediction and Mass. Oct. 22 will conclude with a public veneration of a relic of St. Francis. Contact Lynette White, admin. asst., at 508-839-3993 X104 or [email protected].

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.

St. Louis Parish will hold a Bingo Night Friday, Oct. 16, in the church hall, 14 Lake St. Doors open at 6 p.m., games at 7 p.m. Games packs are $20.

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

Our Lady of the Lake Parish, 1400 Main St., will host Lisa Sciacca presenting "Beloved by God: Living in the Dignity of Love," in the lower hall (accessed from the driveway) 9 a.m.-noon, Saturday, Oct. 17, beginning with light refreshments, the presentation and reflection/journaling time. A free will donation will be collected. Please leave your name with Cindy Delaney 617-435-8516 for planning purposes. CLICK FOR MORE.

Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish will hold its fall fair 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 17, in the Parish Bell Tower (second floor of the school building), 11 East Main St. You can find treasures, baked goods and raffle baskets. No admission or parking fees and is handicap accessible.

St. Andrew Bobola Shrine, 54 West Main St., continues to offer monthly Polish dinners 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Saturdays, July 18, Aug. 15, Sept. 19, Oct. 17. The meal includes one cabbage and one cheese pierogi, bigos, kielbasa and a gołąbek for $20. Call 508-943-5633 to order.

St. Rose of Lima Parish presents "An Afternoon of Reflection in the Tradition of Henri Nouwen: With Burning Hearts ~ Living a Joyful Life" 12:30-4:30 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 17 in the parish hall, 244 Main St. Free and open to public. CLICK FOR DETAIL.

North American Martyrs, 8 Wynona Dr., will host Jill Metz, The National Director of the Flame of Love Pro-Life Ministry speaking after the 4 p.m. Mass, Saturday, Oct. 17. She is coming in response to the state of Massachusetts now allowing abortions up to full term.

The Blackstone-Millville KofC will hold a dinner fundraiser catered by Krakow Delit 5:30 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 17, in the Divine Mercy parish center lower hall for an altar server scholarship. Contact Andy 508-954-6647 or Jeff 508-514-0167 for tickets at $25/adult and $10/children under 12.

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 Fiskdale St. Vincent de Paul Society will host a “Friends of the Poor® Walk noon, Sunday, Oct. 18, rain or shine, at the Sturbridge Common during Harvest Fest. Email [email protected]. To donate visit svdpfiskdale.org.

Cecilia Parish will hold a super bingo, 2 p.m., Sunday, Oct.18, in the parish hall, 188 Mechanic St. Doors open at 12:30. 3 packages are available (must be 18) cash only (12 cards/$70, 18 cards/$105, 24 cards/$140) and can be purchased at Friday night bingo 5-8 p.m. or call 978-537-6541. A pasta and meatball dinner with drink and dessert will be served - advance tickets are $12 or $15 at the door.

Bishop McManus will celebrate the Diocesan Wedding Anniversary Mass 3 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 18 at St. Paul Cathedral, 19 Chatham St., Worcester, to honor couples marking significant anniversaries (25th, 40th, 50th, etc.) this year. A light reception will follow downstairs in the Cenacle. Pre-register by Oct. 8 for a commemorative certificate. Complete the registration form at worcesterdiocese.org/wedding-anniversary-mass or contact the Office of Marriage and Family at 508-929-4311 or [email protected].

The St. Mary and Divine Mercy Young Adult Group will meet 3-5 p.m., Sundays for Bible study in the conference room, 77 Mendon St. All young adults, ages 18-29, are welcome! Contact Jared Guertin at 508-244-7467.

St. Columba Parish, 10 Richards Ave., Paxton, will offer its Alpha program 4-6 p.m., Sundays starting Oct. 18. Contact Terry Nummelin at 508-755-0601. Space is limited. Register at stcolumbapax.org/alpha.

St. Mary Parish’s new Prayer Warrior ministry will gather 8:30-9:30 a.m., Mondays, in the Good Shepherd Center, 77 Mendon St., to lift up the needs of the Church, individuals and community. All are welcome.

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.

Father Laurence V. Breault will conduct a series on Pope Leo XIV’s encyclical on AI (artificial intelligence), Magnificat humanitas, in the Divine Mercy parish center community room, 48 St. Paul St., 10:30-11:30 a.m., Mondays. Contact 508-883-6726. All are welcome.

St. John Paul II Parish will hold a week of "novena nights" at St. Mary Church, 247 Hamilton St., Oct. 19-24. Monday-Thursday schedule is 5 p.m. confession, 6 p.m. adoration, novena prayers and a guest speaker. Friday, Oct. 23 is prayer for the sick and homebound at 3 p.m. A Retreat Brunch with St. John Paul II will be held 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, in the ministry center. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

St. Mary "University" will host a three-part presentation on the Book of Job by Dr. Marc LePain of Assumption University, 6:30 p.m., Mondays, Oct. 19, 26 and Nov. 2, in St. Mary Church Parish Hall, 77 Mendon St. Contact if attending - [email protected].

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.

St. Francis of Assisi Parish holds adoration and Benediction Tuesday mornings following the 9 a.m. Mass at St. Thomas-a-Becket Church, 398 Vernon Ave., till about 10:30 a.m.

Travel presentation given by Collette Travel for "The Shrines of France" pilgrimage on Tuesday Oct. 20, at 6:30 pm for the 2027 Pilgrimage is October 25- Nov 3, 2027, with Fr. Stephen Lundrigan, pastor at St. Columba. Information Night for anyone interested in the pilgrimage. CLICK FOR MORE.

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.

St. Mary Parish will conduct a novena to Our Lady Undoer of Knots during Eucharistic Adoration at 6:45 p.m., Tuesdays, Oct. 6-Dec. 1, in the church, 640 Main St., to lift up the “knots” in our lives.

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.

The St. George’s young adult group (20-35) will hold Halloween party 7-9 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 20 at St. George, 38 Brattle St., with pizza, music, BINGO, games and prizes. Costume is optional. Visit saintgeorgesparish.org/youthyoungadult-ministry or contact Amber LaBonte at [email protected].

Our Lady of Mt. Carmel and Our Lady of Loreto Parish will hold its Miraculous Medal Novena for nine consecutive Tuesdays through Oct. 27 at 7 p.m., in the church, 37 Massasoit Road. All are welcome and bring a friend. CLICK FOR SPEAKERS.

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.

Notre Dame Health Care will hold its 2026 Fall Award Event 7:30 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21, at the Hogan Center, College of the Holy Cross, 1 College St., Worcester. Visit tinyurl.com/25vvfmdm to reserve your seat (breakfast included) for $50 by Oct. 2. Among the honorees this year are The Mustard Seed and Urban Missionaries of Our Lady of Hope.

The Cancer Support Rosary Group of the North American Martyrs Parish is a gentle and welcoming space for individuals living with cancer. Carlene Sherbourne, (a parishioner of North American Martyrs who brings both personal experience and deep faith to this ministry) will facilitate weekly meetings from 4:30–5:30 p.m. and will be offered in a hybrid format: via Zoom and in person at NAM Church, 8 Wyoma Dr. To register contact Carlene at 774-696-4812 or [email protected]. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

The SERRA CLUB OF SOUTHERN WORCESTER COUNTY will hold its monthly meeting Wednesday, Oct. 21, at St. Joseph Basilica, 53 Whitcomb St. Beginning with adoration at 5 p.m., Mass at 5:30 p.m., followed by the meeting and refreshments in the parish center. Father Richard W. Polek will be our guest speaker. All interested are welcome to attend. RSVP and questions [email protected].

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.

Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish will hold a family rosary devotion dedicated to Our Lady of the Rosary 7 p.m. Wednesdays of October in the Chapel of the Holy Spouses, Mary and Joseph at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, 7 East Main St., concluding with Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament. All are welcome.

St. Cecilia Parish will offer Wednesday night study sessions 7:40-8:40 p.m. in the rectory conference room (down the outside stairs by the back door), 170 Mechanic St., as follows: Mgsr. James P. Moroney will lead a study, Basic Catholic Prayers: Their Origin and Meaning, Oct. 8, 14, 21 and 28; Father Paul J. Shaughnessy, SJ, will present an Introduction to Moral Theology, from 7:40-8:40 p.m., Nov. 4, 11, 18, 25 and Dec. 2.

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 II 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 Hope Parish welcomes all in celebrating the 800th Anniversary of St. Francis of Assisi and his Transit to Heaven. The St. Francis Night Series will be held at St. James Church, So. Grafton, Oct. 8, 15, and 22. Each evening will begin with the Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament followed by a guest speaker, praying of the rosary, and Mass. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

Our Lady of Hope Parish is offering two Thursdays for talk, reflection and veneration of St. Francis of Assisi at St. James Church, 89 Main St., Oct. 15, and 22. Each evening begins with 5 p.m. adoration; 5:30-7 p.m., a guest speaker, (10/15-Christine Milner, 10/22-Father Richard F. Trainor) reflection, rosary, adoration and ends with 7 p.m. Benediction and Mass. Oct. 22 will conclude with a public veneration of a relic of St. Francis. Contact Lynette White, admin. asst., at 508-839-3993 X104 or [email protected].

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.

The BeLoved Young Adult Women's Retreat is a unique opportunity for women to discover their true identity, worth, and beauty as the beloved daughter of God. It will be held on Oct. 23-25 at Betania II Retreat Center, 154 Summer St., Medway. Register at https://tinyurl.com/bdfm4tzk Contact MJ Kriz at 508-341-1843 or [email protected].

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. Anna Parish will hold its annual Christmas Craft Fair, 4-7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23; and 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, in the lower church hall, 194 Lancaster St., featuring raffles, Chinese auction, baskets, attic treasures, baked goods and Nonni's Cafe. Admission is free. CLICK FOR MORE.

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 planning committee of the Worcester Catholic Men's Conference will hold a kick off breakfast Saturday, Oct. 24, St. Joseph Parish, 194 Oxford St. North, Auburn, beginning with 8 a.m. Mass, followed by a combined breakfast/brief meeting at 8:30 a.m., featuring special guest speaker conference emcee Jim Polito from iHeartRadio. Promotional material for the conference will be ready to distribute. RSVP to [email protected] to attend.

St. Anna Parish will hold its annual Christmas Craft Fair, 4-7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23; and 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, in the lower church hall, 194 Lancaster St., featuring raffles, Chinese auction, baskets, attic treasures, baked goods and Nonni's Cafe. Admission is free. CLICK FOR MORE.

Our Lady of the Lake Parish, 1400 Main St., will hold a Family Day event 12-5 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 24, featuring activities for kids, a basket raffle and refreshments including apple crisp, popcorn, and beverages.

The Marian Central Catholic High School Class of 1976 will celebrate its 50th High School reunion 5 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 24, at The Auburn Elks Lodge, 754 Southbridge St., Auburn. Contact Lynda (Lederer) Wasilewski at [email protected].

Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish Council will hold a porchetta dinner 6 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 24 in the Bell Tower Room (parish hall), 11 E. Main St., including music and entertainment. To purchase tickets at $35/per person call 508-634-5435 by Oct. 17. All are welcome!

St. Rose of Lima Parish, 244 W. Main St., will offer a 10 a.m. Mass with an ASL interpreter the fourth Sunday of the month. Anyone in the deaf community is invited to attend.

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. Aloysius-St. Jude Parish, 489 Pleasant St., will host a St. Jude Feast Day Afternoon of Prayer 2-3 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 25, with exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, homily, Litany prayers to St. Jude, Anointing of the sick and healthy and Benediction.

The St. Mary and Divine Mercy Young Adult Group will meet 3-5 p.m., Sundays for Bible study in the conference room, 77 Mendon St. All young adults, ages 18-29, are welcome! Contact Jared Guertin at 508-244-7467.

St. Mary Parish’s new Prayer Warrior ministry will gather 8:30-9:30 a.m., Mondays, in the Good Shepherd Center, 77 Mendon St., to lift up the needs of the Church, individuals and community. All are welcome.

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.

Father Laurence V. Breault will conduct a series on Pope Leo XIV’s encyclical on AI (artificial intelligence), Magnificat humanitas, in the Divine Mercy parish center community room, 48 St. Paul St., 10:30-11:30 a.m., Mondays. Contact 508-883-6726. All are welcome.

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.

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 Cancer Support Rosary Group of the North American Martyrs Parish is a gentle and welcoming space for individuals living with cancer. Carlene Sherbourne, (a parishioner of North American Martyrs who brings both personal experience and deep faith to this ministry) will facilitate weekly meetings from 4:30–5:30 p.m. and will be offered in a hybrid format: via Zoom and in person at NAM Church, 8 Wyoma Dr. To register contact Carlene at 774-696-4812 or [email protected]. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

The KofC at Our Lady of Mount Carmel and Our Lady of Loreto Parish will host Father William Clark, SJ, presenting “Growing Closer to Christ: Finding God in Everyday Life” 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 28 in the parish center, 37 Massasoit Road. A light dinner and refreshments will be served. RSVP (required) to [email protected] or text 508-335-4978 for this free event.

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.

Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish will hold a family rosary devotion dedicated to Our Lady of the Rosary 7 p.m. Wednesdays of October in the Chapel of the Holy Spouses, Mary and Joseph at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, 7 East Main St., concluding with Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament. All are welcome.

St. Cecilia Parish will offer Wednesday night study sessions 7:40-8:40 p.m. in the rectory conference room (down the outside stairs by the back door), 170 Mechanic St., as follows: Mgsr. James P. Moroney will lead a study, Basic Catholic Prayers: Their Origin and Meaning, Oct. 8, 14, 21 and 28; Father Paul J. Shaughnessy, SJ, will present an Introduction to Moral Theology, from 7:40-8:40 p.m., Nov. 4, 11, 18, 25 and Dec. 2.

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 II 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. 

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.

St. Rose of Lima Parish presents "St. Francis of Assisi ~ 800 Years of Living the Gospel," 6:30-8 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 29, in the parish hall, 244 Main St. Pastoral associate, Theresa Fugardi commemorates the 8th Centenary of the Transitus, Francis' death (1226). Learn how the spirit of Francis still breathes life into our world and Church. All are welcome.

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

St. Joseph’s Church, Charlton in conjunction with St Roch’s Church, Oxford will hold a Pro-Life Mass and prayer service 10 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 31, with guest speaker Rod Murphy from Problem Pregnancy, closing with Divine Mercy Chaplet as part of the Daily Prayers to Save America, at statue for the Unborn in front of church, followed by light refreshments. All are welcome!