Office of Marriage and Family Overview
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"The future of humanity passes by way of the family."
~ Saint John Paul II (Familiaris Consortio, n. 86)
MISSION STATEMENT:
Under the umbrella of the Diocesan Respect Life Office, the Office of Marriage and Family strives to build a Culture of Life and a Civilization of Love by promoting the teachings of the Catholic Church on marriage, human sexuality, and the family. Programs of marriage preparation, marriage enrichment, family resources and pastoral support services, serve to invite all people to embrace God's glorious plan for marriage and the family through each and every human person created in His image and likeness.
CONTACT US:
Office of Marriage and Family
Diocese of Worcester
49 Elm St.
Worcester, MA 01609
Mrs. Allison LeDoux, Director
Phone: 508-929-4311
E-mail: [email protected]
KEY LINKS:
MARRIAGE PREPARATION CLASSES
SCRIPTURE READINGS FOR WEDDINGS
CLERGY RESOURCES
NATURAL FAMILY PLANNING - NAPRO TECHNOLOGY
MARRIAGE AND FAMILY RESOURCES
WEDDING ANNIVERSARY MASS
PASTORAL SUPPORT SERVICES
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What's New?
Visit our WEDDING LITURGY page to see the text of the options for scripture readings and other liturgy planning help.
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Calendar
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Sunday, October 20, 3:00 PM
Bishop Robert J. McManus will celebrate the Diocesan Wedding Anniversary Mass at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 20, 2024 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 10 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 [email protected] to request that a copy of the registration form be sent to you.Read More
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Learn more about how you can enrich your marriage:
For more information on God's Plan for Marriage, explore the USCCB's website "Marriage, Unique for a Reason" HERE. -
Bp. Barron's Reflections
