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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. 

The K of C Bishop Flanagan Coucil #12710 will host a stop on the Silver Rose Pilgrimage and pray a Rosary for Life, Thursday, Sept. 29 at 6 p.m. 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.

St. Anne Parish, 130 Boston Tpke., will hold mid-high beginner line dance classes in the parish center, Thursdays beginning Sept. 29- Nov. 17, at 7-8 p.m. Classes are $10/ea. Instructor is Mary Dragon and there is a variety of music.

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

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.

REGISTISTRATION OPEN-WOMEN’S CONFERENCE: The Worcester Catholic Women’s Conference will hold its annual conference at St. Joseph School, Webster, Saturday, Oct. 1. Seating is limited. CLICK FOR DETAILS

A First Saturday Mass will be celebrated at Problem Pregnancy, 495 Pleasant St., by Father Michael J. Roy, 8 a.m., followed by a prayer vigil in conjunction with the 40 DFL peaceful prayer protest for the unborn, across the street from Planned Parenthood, 470 Pleasant St.

First Saturday devotions are held at St. Mary Church, 11 Lincoln St., Brookfield, after the 8 a.m. Mass.

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!

Annunciation Parish will host a Mass of the Roses in honor of St. Therese on her feast day, celebrated by Father Thiago Ibiapina, who will share a first-class relic of St. Therese. Bring a rose to be blessed and touch the Relic.

St. George Parish will hold a pet blessing and treat for your pet (or photo) event Saturday, Oct.1, 9-10:30 a.m. in the church parking lot, 40 Brattle St. Dogs must be leashed or crated. Contact JoAnn or Andrea at 508-853-0183 or emmaus.stgeorge@gmail.com

The Agape Community will celebrate its 40th anniversary Saturday, Oct. 1, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., with “Dance to the Music of Community,” reflection and pilgrimage to 40 trees of dedication. Visit agapecommunity.org or contact 413-967-9369.

OPEN HOUSE AT ST. PAUL: St. Paul Diocesan Jr/Sr High School,144 Granite St., Worcester, will hold its fall open house Saturday, Oct. 1, 10 a.m.-noon, and homecoming football game that afternoon. For information and to register visit saintpaulknights.org/admissions/open-house.cfm. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

The Little Audrey Santo First Saturday Mass and devotions will be livestreamed on its Facebook page, 10:30 a.m.- noon at facebook.com/Little-Audrey-Santo. A link can be found on its website, littleaudreysantofoundation.com to watch live and it will be posted for later viewing. In-person attendance is limited, call 508-755-8712 for information.

The Real Presence Eucharistic Adoration Association is presenting a photographic exhibit of Vatican-approved Eucharistic Miracles from around the world which includes 187 full-color, laminated posters. Join us in the church on Saturday, Oct. 1 at noon for a presentation on Blessed Carlo Acutis. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

Mary, Queen of the Rosary Parish will host a The Real Presence Eucharistic Adoration Association photographic exhibit of Vatican-approved Eucharistic Miracles from around the world and presentation on Blessed Carlo Acutis Saturday, Oct. 1. CLICK FOR DETAILS

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.

Annual Life Chain - Oct. 2 All are invited to join the annual Life Chain on Sun., Oct. 2 from 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. This event of peaceful, prayerful witness to the sacredness of human life is held annually on Respect Life Sunday across the nation. Life Chain stations will be located at Elm Park/Highland St. and at Denny's Restaurant on Lincoln St. in Worcester and at White City Plaza in Shrewsbury. Signs will be available at the local Life Chain stations. The event will be held rain or shine. For more information, contact Joe Godek at 508-614-5971. All are welcome to join in this prayerful effort to help build a Culture of Life!

The Massachusetts Knights of Columbus will sponsor their state council Culture of Life Mass Sunday, Oct. 2. Mass will be celebrated by Bishop McManus at 10 a.m. at St. Paul Cathedral, 15 Chatham St. All are welcome.

St. Boniface Parish will hold an organ dedication, featuring musicians Robert Potterton III, Craig J Stine, Judit Ernst, and the “Fugue and Friends” of the Montachusett Chorale. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

Join the annual Life Chain Sunday, Oct. 2, 2-3:30 p.m. Life Chain stations will be located at Elm Park/Highland St. and at Denny's Restaurant on Lincoln St. in Worcester and at White City Plaza in Shrewsbury. Signs will be available at the local Life Chain stations. The event will be held rain or shine. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

 Peter Kreeft, professor of philosophy at Boston College, will speak on “Spiritual Warfare: How People of Faith Can Combat Unholy Influences in Society,” on Sunday, at St. Paul’s School Auditorium, 1789 Broad Street, Cranston, RI. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

The Guild of Our Lady of Providence will hold its annual baby shower to collect new baby and toddler clothes, diapers and cash to be given to Pernet, Problem Pregnancy and Visitation House. Call Kathryn Tamalavitch at 508-783-1981 by Sept. 28 to make a reservation. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

St. Andrew Bobola Parish, 54 West Main St., will hold a Holy Hour of eucharist adoration with prayers for peace in Ukraine and the world, which includes the rosary and Chaplet of Divine Mercy, Sundays at 3 p.m.

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.

The Marie Anne Center at St. Bernard Church, 228 Lincoln St., conducts English as a Second Language classes on Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Join at any time. Registration is $30 and book fee is $30. Call Monde with questions, 508-425-9254.

St. John, Guardian of Our Lady Parish women’s group will meet Tuesday, Oct. 4, 10-11:30 a.m. in the parish hall, rooms 11-12., 80 Union St. Bring your rosaries and join women in spiritual formation in a warm, welcoming environment. The theme is The Blessed Virgin Mary, under her title of Our Lady of the Rosary, as we pray, reflect and share fellowship. Contact Carole Zupicich at carolezup@yahoo.com for information and to sign up. Walk-ins are welcome. Bring a friend!

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. 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 MORE.

St. Mary of the Assumption Parish, 19 Winter St., will host Chris Brunelle for an evening of music, prayer and stories. Admission is free. A free-will offering will be taken to help support Chris' ministry. Chris Brunelle is an accomplished guitarist, vocalist, music director and Youtuber. Visit stmarymilford.org for more.

Our Lady of Mt. Carmel and Our Lady of Loreto Parish, 37, Massasoit Rd., will hold its Miraculous Medal Novena on consecutive Tuesdays at 7 p.m. through Nov. 1 at 7 p.m. Speaker will be: Oct. 4 - Rev. Kenneth R. Cardinale.

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.

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 Marie Anne Center at St. Bernard Church, 228 Lincoln St., conducts English as a Second Language classes on Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Join at any time. Registration is $30 and book fee is $30. Call Monde with questions, 508-425-9254.

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

Cursillo or "short course in Christianity" is an uplifting and educational experience. The weekend is facilitated by a team of laypeople and clergy who deliver organized talks and discussions. A women’s weekend will be held Oct. 6-9, at Immaculate Conception Spiritual Renewal Center, 600 Liberty Highway, Putnam CT. Visit fourthday.org to download an application or call Pam Hamilton at 774-239-8909 for information. 

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. 

Massachusetts Citizens for Life will hold its 2022 banquet Thursday, Oct. 6, at 6-9 p.m. at the Four Points by Sheraton, 1125 Boston Providence Tpke., Norwood. The keynote speaker is Rev. Tadeusz Pacholoczyk. Rsvp online at masscitizensforlife.org/2022banquet.

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. Anne Parish, 130 Boston Tpke., will hold mid-high beginner line dance classes in the parish center, Thursdays beginning Sept. 29- Nov. 17, at 7-8 p.m. Classes are $10/ea. Instructor is Mary Dragon and there is a variety of music.

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

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

The Men of St. Joseph, will hold its inaugural meeting at St. John, Guardian of Our Lady Parish, Friday, June 3, 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the parish hall, 149 Chestnut St. CLICK FOR DETAILS.

Christ the King Parish will host a men’s group meeting for prayer and spiritual development on first Fridays, 7:30-8:30 p.m., in the church, 1052 Pleasant St. All Catholic men are invited and welcome. CLICK FOR MORE

St. Andrew Bobola Parish, 54 West Main St., will hold a Holy Hour of eucharist adoration with prayers for peace in Ukraine and the world, which includes the rosary and Chaplet of Divine Mercy, Sundays at 3 p.m.

In celebration of its centennial year, St. Mary Parish, Shrewsbury, will sponsor a concert with Emmet Cahill, one of Ireland’s most exciting young tenors, to be held at the Robert R. Jay Performing Arts Center at St. John’s High School, 378 Main St. To purchase or reserve your tickets call 508-854-6341.

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.

The Marie Anne Center at St. Bernard Church, 228 Lincoln St., conducts English as a Second Language classes on Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Join at any time. Registration is $30 and book fee is $30. Call Monde with questions, 508-425-9254.

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, 38 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 St. Mary's Bereavement Support Group will begin its six-week fall session on Tuesdays, Oct. 11-Nov.15.1-2:30 p.m. at St. Mary's church Gathering Room, 114 Princeton St., and is faith based, open to the public, and free with preregistration (required). Call or text Beth Cunningham 508-272-6923 or beth@stmaryjeff.com by Oct. 2.

Our Lady of Mt. Carmel and Our Lady of Loreto Parish, 37, Massasoit Rd., will hold its Miraculous Medal Novena on consecutive Tuesdays at 7 p.m. through Nov. 1 at 7 p.m. Speaker will be: Oct. 11 - Deacon Donald J. Pegg.

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 Marie Anne Center at St. Bernard Church, 228 Lincoln St., conducts English as a Second Language classes on Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Join at any time. Registration is $30 and book fee is $30. Call Monde with questions, 508-425-9254.

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

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. Anne Parish, 130 Boston Tpke., will hold mid-high beginner line dance classes in the parish center, Thursdays beginning Sept. 29- Nov. 17, at 7-8 p.m. Classes are $10/ea. Instructor is Mary Dragon and there is a variety of music.

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

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

Immaculate Conception Parish, 353 Grove St., will host a monthly holy hour, 7-8 p.m., to pray for priests, on the second Friday of the month, consisting of adoration, a short reflection, the rosary, silent prayer and benediction. Please join us for this important act of service and prayer for our priests.

The St. Patrick's Autumn Recycling Event will take place on Saturday, October 15, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. in the church parking lot, 7 East St., Whitinsville. On Site Paper Shredding – 9-11am only, electronics Recycling for a fee, bottles and cans and textile collection, CLICK FOR DETAILS 

All are invited to attend the monthly meeting, 9-10:45 a.m. every third 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.

St. Andrew Bobola Parish, 54 West Main St., will hold a Holy Hour of eucharist adoration with prayers for peace in Ukraine and the world, which includes the rosary and Chaplet of Divine Mercy, Sundays at 3 p.m.

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.

Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, 111 Worcester St., will hold its next six-part series of "A New Day Ministry" beginning Monday, Oct. 17, 1-2:30 p.m. For more information or to register (required prior to start of sessions) call Renate Isbell 508-835-3286.

The Marie Anne Center at St. Bernard Church, 228 Lincoln St., conducts English as a Second Language classes on Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Join at any time. Registration is $30 and book fee is $30. Call Monde with questions, 508-425-9254.

Saint John’s Jr/Sr High School's open house. Visit stjohnshigh.org/admissions/open-house

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. Sept. 20 the guest speaker will be Dr. Claremont presenting his experiences from his medical trips to Guatemala. 

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.

Our Lady of Mt. Carmel and Our Lady of Loreto Parish, 37, Massasoit Rd., will hold its Miraculous Medal Novena on consecutive Tuesdays at 7 p.m. through Nov. 1 at 7 p.m. Speaker will be: Oct. 18 - Rev. Richard F. Trainor.

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 Marie Anne Center at St. Bernard Church, 228 Lincoln St., conducts English as a Second Language classes on Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Join at any time. Registration is $30 and book fee is $30. Call Monde with questions, 508-425-9254.

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

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. Anne Parish, 130 Boston Tpke., will hold mid-high beginner line dance classes in the parish center, Thursdays beginning Sept. 29- Nov. 17, at 7-8 p.m. Classes are $10/ea. Instructor is Mary Dragon and there is a variety of music.

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

Bishop Robert J. McManus will celebrate the Diocesan Wedding Anniversary Mass at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 23, 2022 at the Cathedral of St. Paul, Worcester. This liturgy of thanksgiving to God for many years of faithful witness to the sacredness of Christian marriage honors couples who are marking significant anniversaries (25th, 40th, 50th, etc.) this year. A light reception will follow downstairs in the Cenacle. Family and friends are welcome! Couples wishing to attend should pre-register no later than October 12 so that commemorative certificates may be issued. To register, complete the registration form at www.worcesterdiocese.org/wedding-anniversary-mass, or contact the Office of Marriage and Family at 508-929-4311 or email aledoux@worcesterdiocese.org to request that a copy of the registration form be sent to you.

St. Andrew Bobola Parish, 54 West Main St., will hold a Holy Hour of eucharist adoration with prayers for peace in Ukraine and the world, which includes the rosary and Chaplet of Divine Mercy, Sundays at 3 p.m.

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.

The Marie Anne Center at St. Bernard Church, 228 Lincoln St., conducts English as a Second Language classes on Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Join at any time. Registration is $30 and book fee is $30. Call Monde with questions, 508-425-9254.

Our Lady of Mt. Carmel and Our Lady of Loreto Parish, 37, Massasoit Rd., will hold its Miraculous Medal Novena on consecutive Tuesdays at 7 p.m. through Nov. 1 at 7 p.m. Speaker will be: Oct. 25 - Rev. J. Sebastian Sanchez.

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 (July 26) 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.

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 Marie Anne Center at St. Bernard Church, 228 Lincoln St., conducts English as a Second Language classes on Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Join at any time. Registration is $30 and book fee is $30. Call Monde with questions, 508-425-9254.

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

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.

St. Anne Parish, 130 Boston Tpke., will hold mid-high beginner line dance classes in the parish center, Thursdays beginning Sept. 29- Nov. 17, at 7-8 p.m. Classes are $10/ea. Instructor is Mary Dragon and there is a variety of music.

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

St. Andrew Bobola Parish, 54 West Main St., will hold a Holy Hour of eucharist adoration with prayers for peace in Ukraine and the world, which includes the rosary and Chaplet of Divine Mercy, Sundays at 3 p.m.

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.

The Marie Anne Center at St. Bernard Church, 228 Lincoln St., conducts English as a Second Language classes on Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Join at any time. Registration is $30 and book fee is $30. Call Monde with questions, 508-425-9254.