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Latest Edition: May 21, 2012
CONVERSATION WITH BISHOP MCMANUS will air as follows:
Charter Communications 29 cities/towns that carry WCTR TV3 on their system: Saturday, June 2 at 6 p.m. Rebroadcast on the following: Sundays at 6 a.m. & Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. after the Daily Mass
SPAC TV28 (Shrewsbury): Sunday, June 3 at 7:30 a.m., 5 p.m. and on Monday, June 4 at 7:30 a.m.
Clinton area Community Cable TV 8: Sunday, June 3 at 8:30 a.m.
WCCA TV13 (Worcester only): Tuesday, June 5 at 8 p.m.
Fitchburg TV 8: Thursday, June 7 at 9:30 a.m., 5 p.m.
Leominster LATV: Mondays at 2 am; Wednesdays at 6 pm; Thursdays at 4 pm; Sundays at 9 am
Athol/Orange Cable Access: Mondays at 1 pm; Tuesdays at 1 am
Grafton Cable Access: Sundays at 10:30 a.m.
STEWARDSHIP NOTE FOR PENTECOST SUNDAY
St. Paul reminds us today that all of our gifts have their source in the Holy Spirit and that those gifts are given “for the common good.” What gifts are mine to share?
INTERNATIONAL BAZAAR IN SPENCER
Mary Queen of the Rosary Parish in Spencer will hold its 16th Annual International Bazaar on the parish grounds and church hall on Friday, June 8, 5:00-11:00 pm and Saturday, June 9, Noon-10:00 pm. Free admission--free entertainment--fun for the whole family! Featuring a variety of international foods, children's games and rides, assorted raffles, giant flea market, country store, theme basket raffle, and more. Shuttle busses will run between the Price Chopper parking lot and the bazaar on both days. For more information, visit www.MaryQueenOfTheRosary.org or call the parish office at 508-885-3111.
“ASSISTED SUICIDE: MYTHS AND REALITIES”
All are welcome to a free lecture on the dangers of assisted suicide, with special reference to this November’s Election Day referendum, to be held on Monday evening, June 11, at 7:00 p.m. in the Johnson Room at Christ the King Church. The presenter is Patrick Derr, Ph.D., professor of philosophy, Clark University. Questions and answers will follow the lecture. Professor Derr, who received a Ph.D. from the University of Notre Dame in 1976, was awarded Clark’s Senior Faculty Fellowship for excellence in teaching and research in 2007. His research interests are in the areas of medical ethics and health policy, philosophy of science, and environmental ethics and policy.
TO: PASTORS
CATHOLIC COMMUNICATIONS CAMPAIGN LETTER
A letter will be issued later today for the Catholic Communications Campaign to be announced this weekend, May 26/27. It will also be available online at our diocesan website to cut and paste or duplicate.
LAST WEEK'S EDITION: May 14, 2012
FAITH IN ACTION featuring agencies and ministries supported by the Annual Partners in Charity Appeal and the campaign video, will air as follows:
Charter Communications 29 cities/towns that carry WCTR TV3 on their system: Saturday, May 26 at 6 p.m. Rebroadcast on the following: Sundays at 6 a.m. & Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. after the Daily Mass
SPAC TV28 (Shrewsbury): Sunday, May 27 at 7:30 a.m., 5 p.m. and on Monday, May 28 at 7:30 a.m.
Clinton area Community Cable TV 8: Sunday, May 27 at 8:30 a.m.
WCCA TV13 (Worcester only): Tuesday, May 29 at 8 p.m.
Fitchburg TV 8: Thursday, May 31 at 9:30 a.m., 5 p.m.
Leominster LATV: Mondays at 2 am; Wednesdays at 6 pm; Thursdays at 4 pm; Sundays at 9 am
Athol/Orange Cable Access: Mondays at 1 pm; Tuesdays at 1 am
Grafton Cable Access: Sundays at 10:30 a.m.
STEWARDSHIP NOTE FOR 7TH SUNDAY OF EASTER
Jesus is the perfect steward — watching carefully over all who have been entrusted to Him by the Father and then sending them all out into the world in service. May I similarly protect and wisely use the gifts entrusted to me!
STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL IN NORTH BROOKFIELD
St. Joseph Parish in North Brookfield will host its 21st Annual Strawberry Festival on Saturday, June 16 from 5 pm – 6:30 pm at the Church. Menu includes ham and homemade beans, potato salad, cole slaw, strawberry shortcake and refreshments. Adults $10/ Children $4 (ages 5-10). For tickets call Tara at 508-344-9420 or Carole 508-867-8728.
ST. ROCH FESTIVAL
St. Roch Church, 334 Main St., Oxford will be holding their Annual Festival on Saturday, June 23 from 8 am – 8 pm. Spend the day with us. Breakfast begins at 8 am. Activities include: A huge vendor sale, a giant Adopt-A-Basket raffle, crafts, homemade baked goods, used books, garage sale, money raffle, cruise raffle, lunch will be served from 11:30-3 and our famous chicken barbecue will take place at 5:30 including a live tribute to Neil Diamond. Reserved tickets for this dinner only. Vendors welcome. $25 per space. Business banners also available for sale - $100 new or $50 for renewals. Please contact Teri at 508-987-8987 for details.
TO PRIESTS AND DEACONS:
Thanks to all who have sent in their responses for the Clergy Information Sessions on June 4 & 5! If you have not already done so, please send your response form in to the Respect Life Office by fax (508-753-7180) or mail to 49 Elm St. Thank you!
May 7, 2012
DIOCESAN SPECIAL will air as follows:
Charter Communications 29 cities/towns that carry WCTR TV3 on their system: Saturday, May 19 at 6 p.m. Rebroadcast on the following: Sundays at 6 a.m. & Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. after the Daily Mass
SPAC TV28 (Shrewsbury): Sunday, May 20 at 7:30 a.m., 5 p.m. and on Monday, May 21 at 7:30 a.m.
Clinton area Community Cable TV 8: Sunday, May 20 at 8:30 a.m.
WCCA TV13 (Worcester only): Tuesday, May 22 at 8 p.m.
Fitchburg TV 8: Thursday, May 24 at 9:30 a.m., 5 p.m.
Leominster LATV: Mondays at 2 am; Wednesdays at 6 pm; Thursdays at 4 pm; Sundays at 9 am
Athol/Orange Cable Access: Mondays at 1 pm; Tuesdays at 1 am
Grafton Cable Access: Sundays at 10:30 a.m.
STEWARDSHIP NOTE FOR 6TH SUNDAY OF EASTER
Jesus’ commandment is that His disciples love one another, even to the point of laying down their lives, if necessary. What gifts of myself — my skills and talents, my time and resources — will best demonstrate my love for God’s people?
MERCY CENTRE BENEFIT EVENT
Please join Local Branch Goddard of the Foresters for their 14th Annual Spaghetti Dinner and Dance to be held at the Auburn Knights of Columbus, 49 Central St on Saturday, May 19. Doors open at 6:30 PM and buffet starts at 7:00 PM. Tickets are $12.50 per person and proceeds benefit Friends of Mercy Centre. To purchase tickets, contact Kathy at kmevents@charter.net or Amy at ajm9790@charter.net.
MONASTIC EXPERIENCE WEEKEND FOR WOMEN
The nuns of St. Scholastica Priory are offering a Monastic Experience Weekend on June 1 - 3, 2012 in Petersham, MA. This weekend is designed to allow women who are discerning their vocation in the Church (ages 20-40) to gain exposure to elements of Benedictine monasticism. Women will experience the daily balance of prayer, work and study, and will be able to speak to others who have been called to this vocation. If you are interested in attending, please contact Sr. Mary Angela (987)-724-3213, smangkloss333@aol.com.
TO PRIESTS:
NEW CONTACT INFO FOR CLERGY BENEFIT PLAN
Effective immediately: Clergy Benefit Plan, c/o St. Joseph Rectory, 194 Oxford St., Auburn, MA 01501. Phone: 508-832-8623, Fax: 508-832-8628. The email address remains unchanged: cbplan@verizon.net.
KNOW OF A RETREAT LOCATION FOR A GROUP?
Dismas House is looking for accommodations from June 10 – 15 for a group of 10 teens and 4 adults who will be involved in a retreat by day at their farm in Rutland. If you have any suggestions, please contact Dave or Colleen at Dismas House at 508-799-9389 or email cmdismashouse@aol.com. Thanks.
PART-TIME MAINTENANCE POSITION AVAILABLE
If you know of a maintenance person for part-time indoor cleaning and outdoor yard work, (perhaps from a parish merger) please call Richard Clark at the chancery after 1 pm at 508-929-4309.
April 30, 2012
COME FOLLOW ME, featuring interviews of local priests with host Fr. Fred Fraini, will air as follows: (Also airs each Sunday afternoon at 3 pm on Charter TV3 and is available online at worcestercatholictv.org)
Charter Communications (29 cities/towns that carry WCTR TV3 on their system): Saturday, May 12 at 6 p.m. Rebroadcast on the following: Sundays at 6 a.m. & Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. after the Daily Mass
SPAC TV28 (Shrewsbury): Sunday, May 13 at 7:30 a.m., 5 p.m. and on Monday, May 14 at 7:30 a.m.
Clinton area Community Cable TV 8: Sunday, May 13 at 8:30 a.m.
WCCA TV13 (Worcester only): Tuesday, May 15 at 8 p.m.
Fitchburg TV 8: Thursday, May 17 at 9:30 a.m., 5 p.m.
Leominster LATV: Mondays at 2 am; Wednesdays at 6 pm; Thursdays at 4 pm; Sundays at 9 am
Athol/Orange Cable Access: Mondays at 1 pm; Tuesdays at 1 am
Grafton Cable Access: Sundays at 10:30 a.m.
HAITI SOLIDARITY NIGHT 2012
All are welcome to share in a Twinning Awareness event on Saturday, May 12 beginning at 2 pm at St. Mary Parish, Shrewsbury. Enjoy the tastes of Haiti at the buffet beginning at 2:30 pm. Mass will be celebrated at 4:30 pm with Bishop McManus. For more information call Sr. Judith at 508-929-4328.
WOMEN’S RETREAT ON SEPTEMBER 29
Save the Date! “The Gift of Self-Compassion,” a day-long retreat with Sr. Joyce Rupp, will take place on September 29 from 9am to 3pm at St. Anne Parish Hall, 130 Boston Turnpike (Rt. 9 East), Shrewsbury. Sponsored by the Commission for Women of the Diocese of Worcester. Limited seating – register early to avoid disappointment. Fee: $40 (does not include lunch) Visit our website for more information and to download a brochure for printing: www.worcestercommissionforwomen.org.
TO: PASTORS - SUMMER ASSIGNMENTS FOR SEMINARIANS
Many of the seminarians of the Diocese of Worcester are still in need of summer assignments. If you can assist with this important formation work of our seminarians, please contact Fr. Jim Mazzone by email at jmazzone@charter.net or by phone at 508-340-5788.
April 23, 2012
CONVERSATION WITH BISHOP MCMANUS, will air as follows:
Charter Communications (29 cities/towns that carry WCTR TV3 on their system): Saturday, May 5 at 6 p.m. Rebroadcast on the following: Sundays at 6 a.m. & Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. after the Daily Mass
SPAC TV28 (Shrewsbury): Sunday, May 6 at 7:30 a.m., 5 p.m. and on Monday, May 7 at 7:30 a.m.
Clinton area Community Cable TV 8: Sunday, May 6 at 8:30 a.m.
WCCA TV13 (Worcester only): Tuesday, May 8 at 8 p.m.
Fitchburg TV 8: Thursday, May 10 at 9:30 a.m., 5 p.m.
Leominster LATV: Mondays at 2 am; Wednesdays at 6 pm; Thursdays at 4 pm; Sundays at 9 am
Athol/Orange Cable Access: Mondays at 1 pm; Tuesdays at 1 am
Grafton Cable Access: Sundays at 10:30 a.m.
MARRIAGE PREP REMINDER TO PRIESTS AND DEACONS
There are only two more “God’s Plan for a Joy-Filled Marriage” seminars for engaged couples scheduled this spring: May 12 (with a limited number of openings) and June 23. The next one is not until late September. Therefore, if you are currently working with any engaged couples who are planning a fall wedding and for some reason may not yet have attended, we urge you to encourage them to register as soon as possible for one of the remaining spring seminars. Copies of the schedule and registration form are in the marriage preparation packets (lavender folders) and can also be downloaded from the marriage preparation page at www.worcesterdiocese.org . Thank you!
Summer Assignments for Seminarians!
Attention Pastors: Most of the seminarians of the Diocese of Worcester are still in need of summer assignments. If you can assist with this important formation work of our seminarians, please contact Fr. Jim Mazzone by email at jmazzone@charter.net or by phone at 508-340-5788.
April 16, 2012
ANNUAL ROSE DRIVE
The annual Rose Drive will take place on Mothers’ Day weekend, May 12 & 13. Proceeds benefit Problem Pregnancy of Worcester, and greatly benefit women in crisis to choose life for their unborn babies and assists them with particular needs during their pregnancy. To order roses, or to learn more about how to conduct the Rose Drive in your parish, contact Linda McManus at 508-864-4114 or email mcmanus683@aol.com. All orders must be received by Friday, April 27!
ONGOING PRAYER CAMPAIGN FOR RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Resources for the on-going Prayer Campaign for Religious Liberty can be downloaded on the HHS page at www.worcesterdiocese.org/respectlife. Here you will find intercessions that can be included in the Prayer of the Faithful, as well as the text of the national prayer card which could be printed in your parish bulletin. For MS Word document version, please email aledoux@worcesterdiocese.org. Thank you for all your assistance in keeping this important issue in prayer and in the continued awareness of the faithful.
April 9, 2012
TOURNAMENT TO BENEFIT TRINITY CATHOLIC ACADEMY
Trinity Catholic Academy will hold its 17th Annual Golf Tournament Wednesday May 16 at Heritage Country Club, Charlton, to support the Endowment Fund of Trinity Catholic Academy, PreK through 8 Catholic school in Southbridge. Tee time is 9 am; coffee & pastries; complimentary photo of your foursome; 18 holes of golf with Closest-to-the-Pin and Longest Drive contests; steak or chicken luncheon to follow; raffles and auction items. The cost is $125 per golfer, with $15 discount if registered by April 15. For more information visit www.trinitycatholicacademy.org or call the school office at 508-765-5991.
HOSPICE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Are you looking for a rewarding, unique volunteer experience? Do you have some time available each week that you could give in a constructive, meaningful way? If so, than perhaps you would make a good volunteer for Sol Amor Hospice. Sol Amor Hospice is looking for volunteers to visit hospice patients in nursing homes in the Central & Western Mass Area for a minimum of 1 hour a week. Volunteers are formally trained and are a valued part of the interdisciplinary team in serving patients at end of life. If you are interested please contact Gina Willette 877-255-4623, or email gina.willette@solamorhospice.com.
VOLUNTEER TO HELP THOSE IN NEED
Would you like a rewarding experience assisting families in need? If so, Catholic Charities is looking for you. Volunteers are needed to assist in case management on issues surrounding food, rent assistance, prescriptions and other basic needs. We are looking for individuals who could give us a consistent amount of time each week, as well as, the ability to work with folks from various, diverse backgrounds and ethnicities. Training will be provided. Please call or e-mail Cynthia Taberner, Emergency Stabilization Services/Homeless Prevention Coordinator at ctaberner@ccworc.org or 508-860-2250.
BE AN ANGEL FOR CATHOLIC CHARITIES…
Did you know you can donate your car, truck, motorcycle or boat to Catholic Charities and help us help your Worcester County neighbors? It’s quick and easy to do. Just visit our website to donate your vehicle online at WWW.CCWORC.ORG or call 866-434-1131 to arrange a convenient pickup time and confirmation of your donation from Catholic Charities Donation Angel Program. The car in your driveway can help us to continue to offer many services to children, families and elders in our community so that they may regain hope for a brighter future. Thank you!
REDUCED-FEE LEGAL SERVICES IN WORCESTER
The Worcester County Bar Association has a Reduced Fee Program where household income exceeds the requirements for free legal assistance but makes hiring an attorney unfeasible. You must be a Worcester County resident and legal services include bankruptcy, mortgage foreclosures, wills, divorces, custody and evictions. Call 800-622-9700 for more information, indicating your interest in the Reduced Fee Program.
RECYCLABLE PAPER FUNDRAISER FOR ST. MARY SCHOOL, WORCESTER
St. Mary Elementary School, 50 Richland St. Worcester is holding an ongoing recycling fundraiser. We have 2 bins in the parking lot of Our Lady of Czestochowa, 34 Ward St. One bin is for all paper and the other bin is cardboard. All you need to do is drop it off in the bin. If you have a large amount please call Corey Maloney 508-753-0484 and we will help you with that. Thank you for all your help!
UNIVERSITY OF DAYTON ONLINE LEARNING (DIOCESAN PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM)
Did you know that during the coming New Year the Church will begin celebrating a “Year of Faith?” (beginning October 2012) Have you ever had a desire to expand your knowledge of the faith in areas such as Scripture, Liturgy and Worship, Prayer and Spirituality, Sacraments, Creed, or Church History? Check out the on-line courses available to adults through our Diocesan Partnership Program with U Dayton and the Virtual Community for Faith Formation. You can receive a substantial discount while learning in your own space during your personal hours of availability. If you have any questions, please call LaVerne Bertin at 508-929-4305.
SEEKING VOLUNTEERS TO PLAY WITH CHILDREN IN SHELTERS
Did you know that 1 in every 50 children in the U.S will go to sleep without a home this year? Horizons for Homeless Children is seeking fun-loving, dependable people to interact and play with children living in family homeless shelters and domestic violence shelters throughout Central Massachusetts. A commitment of 2 hours a week is required for at least 6 months. Day and evening hours are available. Trainings are held regularly and are listed on our website. Our next training in Worcester for the Central Region is scheduled for December 7 & 8, 2011 from 6-9 pm both nights (Must attend both nights). For more information about the program, or to register for training, please visit www.horizonsforhomelesschildren.org, email us at central@horizonsforhomelesschildren.org or contact our office directly at (508) 755-2615. This is a fantastic experience that benefits everyone involved!!
PROJECT RACHEL CAN HELP WITH THE PAIN OF A PAST ABORTION
Hurting from a past abortion? We can help. Project Rachel is the Catholic Church’s ministry of healing and reconciliation to those who have been wounded by abortion. Our services are free and strictly confidential. Call Project Rachel at (508) 791-HOPE.
STEWARDSHIP CONFERENCE MATERIALS AVAILABLE
Forms were sent to parishes last week if you are interested in DVDs, CDs or the books referred to in the presentations. If you need copies of the forms, please email delisle@worcesterdiocese.org or leave an email address or fax number at 508-929-4313.
FERTILITY CARE PROGRAM
There is an alternative to artificial methods of birth control and IVF. Learn about The Creighton Model System of FertilityCare, the reproductive science that is 99% effective to avoid pregnancy, highly effective to achieve pregnancy and offers couples who are experiencing infertility hope to achieve their dream of pregnancy without artificial reproductive technologies. This is accomplished while following the teachings of the church. To learn more about the program contact Barbara Meier, RN, FertilityCare Practitioner at 609-457-0108 or fertilitycare@ymail.com.
IGNATIAN VOLUNTEER CORPS
New England is still accepting applications for service in the Worcester diocese. Current openings exist at Dismas House, Urban Missionaries of Our Lady of Hope, Worcester Youth Center, and St. Joseph's Parish in Fitchburg. Ignatian Volunteers donate two days per week of service to local non-profits and commit to monthly spiritual reflection in the tradition of St. Ignatius of Loyola. Apply now! If you are interested in volunteering or learning more about the IVC, contact IVC New England Regional Director Dave Hinchen at dhinchen@ivcusa.org, or 617-571-3838.
ABANDONED PROPERTY
The Office of Fiscal Affairs has been informed that the State Treasurer has unclaimed property in the name of the Roman Catholic Bishop of Worcester listed in the municipalities of Clinton, Leominster, Webster, and Worcester. In each instance the value is listed as less than $100. Parishes may search at https://abpweb.tre.state.ma.us/abp/frmNewSrch.aspx to locate the property and initiate a claim. In most instances the property is the balance of a bank account that has been dormant for several years. All parishes should research their accounts to verify the need or to close them. Call Jerome D. Jussaume, Co-Director, Fiscal Affairs at 508-929-4344 with questions.
CELEBRANTS WANTED!
TV Ministry, which broadcasts the Mass each day to serve homebound parishioners from all over the diocese, is looking for celebrants for the 9 am Daily Mass broadcast from the Chapel in the lower level of the Cathedral. We currently have openings for the Third Monday of every month and are also looking for priests who can assist in the event of cancellations. If you are interested, please contact Steve Kaufman at 508-791-2039 or tvmass@charter.net. The Mass is broadcast M-F on Charter TV3 LIVE, as well as delayed broadcast in Shrewsbury and Clinton, and is viewed globally on the internet at worcestercatholictv.org and catholic.net.
FEDERAL ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE TO AVOID HOME FORECLOSURE
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) in conjunction with NeighborWorks® America announced the launch of the Emergency Homeowners’ Loan Program (EHLP), to help homeowners who are at risk of foreclosure in Massachusetts. Eligible homeowners can qualify for an interest free loan which pays a portion of their monthly mortgage for up to two years, or up to $50,000, whichever comes first. EHLP is expected to aid up to 30,000 distressed borrowers, with an average loan of approximately $35,000. Contact information for participating agencies, the Pre-Applicant Screening Worksheet and more information on the EHLP program and its eligibility requirements can be found at www.FindEHLP.org or by calling toll free at 855-FIND-EHLP (346-3345).
ARTICLE REPRINT AVAILABLE
At the request of the Presbyteral Council to have a bulletin insert about the John Jay Report and how the diocese is handling the issue of child safety, Bishop McManus has asked that the attached reprint of an article by Judith Audette, chair of our Diocesan Review Committee, be inserted at your next available bulletin. The file is available on the website under Bulletin Letters and Inserts (under Bishop’s Office.)
TO ALL PRIESTS: PRISON PRIESTS STILL NEEDED TO HELP AT DEVENS
There is a need for priests for Sunday and Holy Day Masses and hearing confessions by Catholic inmates at the Federal Medical Center, 42 Patton Road, Devens, MA. References and local ecclesiastical endorsement required. For more information contact Chaplain Robert Werner, Religious Services Dept., Federal Medical Center Devens, Post Office Box 880, Ayer, MA 01432-0880. tel: 978-796-1201; email: rwerner@bop.gov.
Inviting Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Adorers
Please consider committing one hour per week at the Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Chapel located at St. George Parish, 40 Brattle St., in Worcester. Or perhaps you can serve as a substitute or to do any part of the following times: Sunday 6 to 7 am and 8 to 9 am; Monday 7 to 8 am, 8 to 9 am, 10 to 11 am - Tuesday 3 to 4 am, 4 to 5 am, 8 to 9 am, and 4 to 5 pm; Wednesday 2 to 3 am; Thursday 3 to 4 am, 5 to 6 am, 11 am to noon for the summer; Friday 2 to 3 am; Saturday 10 to 11 am for the summer and 3 to 4 pm. Please call Deacon Norbert Archibald at 508-853- 0183 Ex.27 or 508-847-3710.
Support Group for Catholics Experiencing Separation or Divorce
There will be a support group for Catholics experiencing separation or divorce beginning Tuesday, May 3 from 7 to 8:30pm in the parish center at St. Bernadette Parish in Northborough. The group will meet for 8-10 sessions depending on group interest and the availability of speakers. For more information or to register, contact Betty at 508-614-8235 or St. Bernadette parish office at 508-393-2838.
Be An Angel For Catholic Charities
Did you know you can donate your car, truck, motorcycle or boat to Catholic Charities and help us help your Worcester County neighbors? It’s quick and easy to do. Just visit our website to donate your vehicle online at www.ccworc.org or call 1-888-CAR-7308 to arrange a convenient pickup time and confirmation of your donation from Catholic Charities Donation Angel Program. The car in your driveway can help us to continue to offer many services to children, families and elders in our community so that they may regain home for a brighter future. Thank you!
Looking for items for your bulletin this week?
Let parishioners know of the local Daily Mass online or on cable TV if they can’t get out this winter, or cut and paste from the many “ongoing” listings in the online Diocesan Dispatch at www.worcesterdiocese.org. Want to get this and other faxes by email? Email rdelisle@worcesterdiocese.org with the current email address for the parish or pastor, appropriate to receive faxes as attachments or for other informative links.
Can’t get out to Mass?
If you are homebound or caring for someone at home and don’t want to miss Mass, tune in to WCTR TV3 on Monday through Friday at 9 am for Daily Mass LIVE from the Chapel at the Cathedral of St. Paul or Sunday at 6 pm for delayed broadcast of the 10:15 Mass. Many priests from around our diocese volunteer to say Mass each month to help those who cannot attend. It is also available 24 hours a day at www.worcestercatholictv.org to watch from your computer!
Family Bingo at Holy Trinity Evangelization Center
Join us for Family Bingo in Leominster on the first Saturday of every month at 7:00 p.m. (immediately after Mass). Good friendship, good food and good prices. The Holy Trinity Evangelization Center is located at 69 Lincoln Terrace, Leominster.
Retreat/Meeting Space in Leominster
The Holy Trinity Evangelization Center (located at 69 Lincoln Terrace, Leominster) offers its facilities for any parish or ecclesial group for day retreats and parish or ecclesial group meetings. There is a chapel for Mass and the Blessed Sacrament is in repose in the tabernacle for quiet prayer time or for exposition. There is a lower hall with a kitchen that can be used for talks and/or dining. There is no prescribed fee. Voluntary donations are appreciated. Note: Saturday evenings and Sunday afternoons are reserved for the Pastoral care of the St. Leo Spanish Apostolate. If interested, please contact: Richard Boudreau, at (978) 407-7790.
Mental Health Providers Directory
An extensive directory of mental health providers in Worcester who serve children and families, as well as bilingual providers, is available from the Worcester Community Action Council, Main St. Worcester.
Employees or Independent Contractors?
The Office of the Attorney General of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts has issued new guidance on the classification of hired personnel as employees or independent contractors. Hired personnel are considered employees unless: (1) the individual is free from the employers direction and control in connection with the performance of the service, both under his or her contract for the performance of service and in fact; (2) the service the individual performs is outside the usual course of business of the employer; and (3) the individual is customarily engaged in an independently established trade, occupation, profession, or business of the same nature as that involved in the service performed.