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27th Sunday in Ordinary Time “For God did not give us a spirit of cowardice but rather of power and love and self-control.” (2 Timothy 1:7) Many of us compartmentalize our Faith, we bring it out...
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26th Sunday in Ordinary Time “My child, remember that you received what was good during your lifetime while Lazarus likewise received what was bad; but now he is comforted here, whereas you are...
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25th Sunday in Ordinary Time “No servant can serve two masters. He will hate one and love the other, or be devoted to one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and mammon (wealth).” (Luke 16:
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The Diocesan DispatchPlease Cut & Paste items in your bulletin as appropriate to your parish.
The Diocesan Dispatch is usually published on Monday mornings by 8 am via email. Submission must be received by the previous Friday for inclusion and should be at least 2 weeks before an event date in order to have an opportunity to be included in parish bulletins before your event. You can email submissions directly to rdelisle@worcesterdiocese.org.
Have space available in your bulletin this week? Consider including one of the ongoing resources: Click HERE for ONGOING RESOURCESSeptember 26, 2022
27th Sunday in Ordinary Time
“For God did not give us a spirit of cowardice but rather of power and love and self-control.” (2 Timothy 1:7) Many of us compartmentalize our Faith, we bring it out only when we attend Mass or when we attend a parish event. Being a good steward requires discipline and striving to put God first in everything - all the time. The next time you are at a neighborhood party or at work or out shopping, would your words and actions signal to others that you are a good and faithful servant of our Lord?
27o Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario
“Porque el Espíritu que Dios nos ha dado no nos hace cobardes, sino que él es para nosotros fuente de poder, amor y dominio propio.” (2 Timoteo 1:7) Muchos de nosotros ponemos nuestra Fe en compartimientos, solo la sacamos a relucir cuando atendemos la Misa o cuando atendemos un evento parroquial.Ser un buen administrador requiere disciplina y esforzarnos para poner a Dios primero en todo - todo el tiempo.La próxima vez que esté en una fiesta del vecindario o del trabajo o de compras, ¿podrían sus palabras o accionesseñalarle a los demás que usted es unsiervo bueno y leal de nuestro Señor?
Vocations reflections for Bulletins
Bulletin inserts in English and Spanish for vocations awareness.
For weekly Vocations Intercessions, CLICK HERE for English (en espanol)
27th Sunday in Ordinary Time
“God did not give us a spirit of cowardice.” Will you let the Holy Spirit lead you beyond your fearful hesitation to follow Christ as a priest, deacon or in the consecrated life? Contact the Vocation Office at (508)630-4473or email: donato.infante@gmail.com.
27o Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario
"Dios no nos dio un espíritu de cobardía." ¿Dejarás que el Espíritu Santo te guíe más allá de tu hesitación para seguir a Cristo como sacerdote, diácono o en la vida consagrada? Comuníquese con la Oficina de Vocaciones al (508)630-4473o envíe un correo electrónico a: donato.infante@gmail.com.
Novena in Honor of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal
The Novena will be celebrated every Tuesday, Sept. 27 to Nov. 22 at 6:30 pm at St. Stephen Church, 357 Grafton St., Worcester. Each evening will include novena prayers, a short reflection and conclude with Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament. Speakers are Fr. Cleber de Paula (in Portuguese) Sept. 27; Fr. James Boland, Oct. 4; Fr. Jean Robert Brice, Oct. 11; Fr. Ronal Falco, Oct. 18; Raymond Delisle, Oct. 25; Deacon Paul Reuter, Nov. 1; Deacon Franklin Lizardo (in Spanish) Nov. 8; Fr. Walter Riley, Nov. 15; and Msgr. Robert Johnson, Nov. 22. All are welcome!
Boy Scouts Religious Emblem Information
For all Catholic youth members of Scouts BSA, in grades 7 through 12 (ages 13-17), please consider earning either the Ad Altare Dei or Pope Pius XII emblem. Our classes officially begin on Wednesday, Oct. 5 at 7:00 pm at St. Christopher Church Hall, Worcester, running on two Wednesday nights per month through March. Upon successful completion of course work, retreat and Board of Review the emblems are presented by Bishop McManus at a special Mass. Contact John Atlas, Lead course instructor, at JKARL1958@gmail.com for further info.
Girl Scout Religious Emblem Information
School has started and so has our openings in our scout religious emblems program. For Girl Scouts and American Heritage Girls appropriate sessions for the six levels of the scouts will be held as needed. Please contact Linda Brink at Lbrink2019@gmail.com for questions and interest.
North American Martyrs Parish Novena
Fr. Frederick D. Fraini, III will begin a Novena to the patrons of our parish on Sunday, Oct. 9 at 7 pm and it concludes on Wednesday, Oct. 19 at 6 pm with a Mass celebrated by Bishop Robert J. McManus. Other guest speakers include: Fr. James Boland Oct. 10; Fr. Jonathan Slavinskas Oct. 11; Fr. Nicholas Desimone Oct. 12; Msgr. Francis Scollen Oct. 13; Fr. John Gavin, SJ Oct 14; Fr. Donato Infante Oct. 17; Fr. John Madden Oct 18. For complete details on the speakers and saints, visit https://namartyrsauburn.org/novena-to-our-parish-patrons. North American Martyrs is located at 8 Wyoma Drive, Auburn.
Holy Hour to Pray for Priests
On Friday, Oct. 14 from 7 - 8 pm a holy hour to pray for priests will take place at Immaculate Conception Church on 353 Grove St., Worcester. The holy hour consists of time for silent adoration, a short reflection, the rosary, and benediction. Please join us to pray for our priests. Repeats every second Friday of the month.
Bereavement Support Group
Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, 111 Worcester St., West Boylston will hold its next 6-part series of "A New Day Ministry" beginning Monday, Oct. 17 from 1-2:30 pm. For more information or to register (required prior to the start of the sessions) call Renate Isbell (508) 835-3286.
Ninth Annual Celebrate Priesthood - Taste of the Diocese Gala
For the past eight years, the Diocese of Worcester has hosted a wonderful gala called “Celebrate Priesthood - Taste of the Diocese” as a benefit for Retired Priest’s Care. We cannot let a year go by without pausing to reflect on the gift of the priesthood in the lives of all Catholics. On Thursday, October 20 we are planning an in-person Taste of the Diocese event. We are excited to announce our return to Saint Paul Diocesan Jr./Sr. High School in the refurbished Gymnasium and the video to be shown onsite. To make a donation, buy tickets for Taste of the Diocese, or to get more information to place an advertisement, visit worcesterdiocese.org/celebrate-priesthood or call Michael Gillespie at 508-929-4368.
Holiday Fair in Douglas
St. Denis Parish is holding a Holiday Fair on Saturday, Nov. 12 from 9 am to 2 pm. Crafts, Raffles, Baked Goods, Kids’ Table. Luncheon Served from 11am to 1:30pm. Vendor spaces available. Visit SaintDenisChurch.com for more info and updates.Position Available
Executive Director of Visitation House
Visitation House, Inc. is a privately funded 501(c)(3) organization which promotes the emotional and physical well-being of displaced pregnant women in need and/or in crisis through a Catholic faith-based spiritual and religious approach.
Position Overview: The Executive Director as mission steward oversees the management of a 12-room residential housing program for pregnant mothers and their babies. The Executive Director is the leader responsible for all aspects of the administration and operations of the organization, including finance, operations, marketing, fundraising, clinical and residential programs, human resources, and facilities located at 119 Endicott Street, Worcester. A more detailed job description is available upon request and further interest. All interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to the Board of Directors at jbowman@visitationhouse.org.TO Parish Administration
Baptismal Font Available
If you are in need of a baptismal font please call Our Lady of Mount Carmel and Our Lady of Loreto parish office at 508-753-5001 or email lisaolmc@gmail.com. Dimensions are 32 inches wide at the top and 36” tall. Pictures can be sent upon request.
Need a piano?
Grand piano available for donation. Call 508-335-8925 to speak to Paul directly.
Holy Day and Holiday Schedule for 2023
please find the schedule used by Central Administration for Holy Days and Holidays for 2023 HERE on the diocesan website.Sept. 19, 2022
26th Sunday in Ordinary Time
“My child, remember that you received what was good during your lifetime while Lazarus likewise received what was bad; but now he is comforted here, whereas you are tormented. Moreover, between us and you a great chasm is established…” (Luke 16:25-26) When God created the world He declared that it was good and He gave it to all mankind for us to enjoy. However, over the years we have created a chasm between those who have great gifts and those who do not. In today’s Gospel we see that with our own generosity we must bridge that gap between those who have much and those who have little or we may find ourselves on the wrong side of the chasm in the next life.
26o Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario
“Amigo, recuerda que durante tu vida terrena recibiste muchos bienes, y que Lázaro, en cambio, solamente recibió males. Pues bien, ahora él goza aquí de consuelo y a ti te toca sufrir. Más aun, entre nosotros y ustedes hay un abismo infranqueable ...”. (Lucas 16:25-26) Cuando Dios creo el universo declaró lo que era bueno y se lo dio a la humanidad para que lo disfrutara. Sin embargo, a lo largo de los años hemos creado un abismo entre los que recibieron grandes dones y los que no. En el Evangelio de hoy vemos que con nuestra propia generosidad debemos cerrar la brecha que permita unir a aquellos que tienen mucho con los que tienen poco, o nos podremos encontrar en el lado equivocado del abismo en la próxima vida.
Vocations reflections for Bulletins
Bulletin inserts in English and Spanish for vocations awareness.
For weekly Vocations Intercessions, CLICK HERE for English (en espanol)
26th Sunday in Ordinary Time
“Fight the good fight of the faith.” Is your faith in Christ leading you to grow in holiness as a priest, deacon or in the consecrated life? Contact the Vocation Office at (508) 630-4473 or email: donato.infante@gmail.com.
26o Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario
"Pelea la buena batalla de la fe." ¿Tu fe en Cristo te lleva a crecer en santidad como sacerdote, diácono o en la vida consagrada? Comuníquese con la Oficina de Vocaciones al (508) 630-4473 o envíe un correo electrónico a: donato.infante@gmail.com.
Anniversary Pasta Dinner in East Brookfield
As part of the celebration of St. John the Baptist Parish's 70th Anniversary, they will be having a pasta dinner at St. John’s Parish Hall, 131 Blaine Ave., East Brookfield.on Saturday, Sept. 24 at 5:15 pm. Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus, it will be an opportunity to come together and celebrate St. John’s parish community! Tickets are $12.00 for adults and $5.00 for children. Tickets can be obtained at the parish office or by calling 508-867-3738.
Feast of St. Therese Mass in Gardner
Annunciation Parish will host a Mass of the Roses in honor of the Feast of St. Therese on Saturday October 1st at 9 a.m. in Holy Rosary Church 135 Nichols St. Gardner. Mass will be celebrated by Fr. Thiago Ibiapina, who will share a first class Relic of St. Therese. All are welcomed to bring a rose to be blessed and touch the Relic.
Vianney Dinner
The next Vianney dinner is Thursday, Oct. 6 at the Holy Name of Jesus House of Studies at 51 Illinois St., Worcester. These are nights for men, high school aged and up, interested in learning more about a priestly vocation. Don't want to come alone? Bring a friend! You are welcome to come to all or part of the evening as your schedule allows. 6:05 pm Mass, 6:30 pm dinner, and 7:00 pm social. An RSVP is not needed but it is helpful in getting an accurate count for food. Email: director@worcestervocations.com.
ASCEND – Praise & Worship and Adoration
Join us for the next Ascend night on Friday, Oct. 7 at 7 pm at St. Louis in Webster. Start your weekend off with Jesus with praise & worship music, Eucharistic Adoration, and the opportunity for Reconciliation. St. Louis is located at 15 Lake St, Webster.
Diocesan Middle School Youth Retreat
All 6-8th graders are invited to sign up for the Diocesan Middle School Retreat on October 28-30 at Prindle Pond in Charlton, MA. Don’t miss out on this amazing weekend! The retreat will include fun & games, exploring the outdoors, dynamic music, inspiring talks/witnesses from the Diocesan high school Discipleship Team, Eucharistic Adoration, confessions, and Mass! To get the full details or to sign up a group from your parish or school, go to neworcester.org/middle-school-retreat. Deadline to sign up is October 7.Sept. 12, 2022
25th Sunday in Ordinary Time
“No servant can serve two masters. He will hate one and love the other, or be devoted to one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and mammon (wealth).” (Luke 16:13) Jesus knows that for many of us, God and money run “neck and neck” as top priority. Is money a “god” that you put before God? Giving money to support the Church and other charity is a pillar of our faith, just like attending Mass every Sunday and participating in parish ministry. Giving money frees us from becoming a slave to money. It increases our dependence on God and our trust that God will provide all that we need.
25o Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario
“Ningún siervo puede servir a dos señores. Odiaría a uno y amaría al otro, o será devoto de uno y menospreciará al otro. Usted no puede servir a Dios y a la riqueza” (Lucas 16:13) Jesús sabe que, para muchos de nosotros, Dios y el dinero corren “cabeza a cabeza” por la máxima prioridad. ¿Es el dinero un “dios” que anteponemos a Dios? Dar dinero para apoyar a la Iglesia y otras obras de caridad es un pilar de nuestra fe, tal como lo es asistir a la Misa todos los domingos y participar en los ministerios de la parroquia. Donar dinero nos libera de convertirnos en esclavos del dinero. Aumenta nuestra dependencia de Dios y nuestra confianza en que Dios proveerá todo lo que necesitamos.
Vocations reflections for Bulletins
Bulletin inserts in English and Spanish for vocations awareness.
For weekly Vocations Intercessions, CLICK HERE for English (en espanol)
25th Sunday in Ordinary Time“Who will entrust to you the true riches?” The riches of truth belong to those who are faithful to Christ and their vocation. Will you follow Him as a priest, deacon, sister or brother? Contact the Vocation Office at (508)630-4473or email: donato.infante@gmail.com.
25o Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario"¿Quién te confiará las verdaderas riquezas?" Las riquezas de la verdad pertenecen a quienes son fieles a Cristo y a su vocación. ¿Lo seguirás como sacerdote, diácono, hermana o hermano? Comuníquese con la Oficina de Vocaciones al (508) 630-4473 o envíe un correo electrónico a: donato.infante@gmail.com.
Open House at St. PaulJoin us at our Saint Paul Diocesan Jr/Sr High School Fall Open House Saturday, Oct. 1 from 10:00 am-Noon. At Open House you will be able to Explore the academic, social, and spiritual opportunities; Engage with faculty, staff, and coaches; Connect with current students and families; Hear from members of our leadership team; Tour our campus; and Experience a sampling of Knight Life! Join us as our invited guest to the Homecoming Football Game as our Knights take on Sutton later that afternoon. For more information and to register: www.saintpaulknights.org/admissions/open-house.cfm
Annual Life ChainAll are invited to join the annual Life Chain on Sunday, Oct. 2 from 2:00 - 3:30 pm. 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!
Evening of Music, Prayer and Stories in MilfordSaint Mary of the Assumption Parish in Milford will welcome Chris Brunelle for an evening of music, prayer and stories on Tuesday, Oct. 4 at 7:00 pm. Admission is free. A free-will offering will be taken to help support Chris' ministry. Chris Brunelle is an accomplished guitarist with a voice that is beautiful in its simplicity and warmth. He is currently the music director at his home parish, Holy Family Catholic Church in Portland, Oregon. Chris has become a well known and respected leader in ministry in the Portland area and now throughout the world as the result of his YouTube channel. Chris’s channel features over 1200 videos. Viewers are drawn to Chris’s channel for inspiration, comfort, and connectedness in God’s love, and as an invaluable practice aid supporting music ministries all over North America and around the world. More information can be found at stmarymilford.org.
Positions Available
Theology Teacher & Campus MinisterSaint Paul Diocesan Jr/Sr High School seeks an energetic, confident, adaptive, and faith-filled individual for the position of theology teacher and campus minister. The ideal candidate should possess a rich understanding of theology curricula and campus ministry programming at the Jr./Sr. high school level. We seek a talented individual to inspire students from beginner to advanced in cultivating these very important facets of school life. This is a full-time position and compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience. A bachelor’s degree (advanced degree preferred) in the relevant instructional domain is desired. Interested candidates are requested to email a cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to Ms. Sandra Pollette, Search Committee, spollette@SaintPaulKnights.org.
Parish Administration
Annual Catholic Schools Appeal
A letter from Bishop McManus is available for use in bulletins on the weekend of Sept. 18 in support of the Annual Catholic Schools Appeal. The text and the pdf can be found on the diocesan website under Bulletin Letters and Inserts.Sept. 6, 2022
24th Sunday in Ordinary Time
“Everything I have is yours.” (Luke 15:31) Our Heavenly Father gives us everything, including the chance to share in His eternal kingdom. Yet, like the Prodigal Son, we are often lured away by the materialism of our society. Do you really want to turn your back on all that God offers in exchange for material wealth that has no lasting value? God wants us to be happy on earth as well. But, that requires us to freely accept His gift of faith; putting Him first in all things and detaching from our own self-sufficiency.
24o Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario
“Todo lo que tengo es de ustedes” (Lucas 15:31) Nuestro Padre Celestial nos da todo, incluyendo el chance de compartir Su reino eterno. Sin embargo, como el Hijo Pródigo, a menudo somos tentados a alejarnos por el materialismo de nuestra sociedad. ¿Realmente queremos volverle la espalda a todo lo que Dios nos ofrece a cambio de riquezas materiales que no tienen un valor perdurable? Dios también quiere que seamos felices en la tierra, pero eso requiere que aceptemos libremente Su don de fe; poniéndolo a Él primero en todas las cosas y liberándonos de nuestra propia autosuficiencia.
Vocations reflections for Bulletins
Bulletin inserts in English and Spanish for vocations awareness.
For weekly Vocations Intercessions, CLICK HERE for English (en espanol)
24th Sunday in Ordinary Time“This brother of yours was dead and has come to life.” Do you want to bring others to life in Christ as a priest, deacon, religious sister or brother? Contact the Vocation Office at (508)630-4473 or email: donato.infante@gmail.com.
24o Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario"Este hermano tuyo estaba muerto y ha vuelto a la vida." ¿Quieres dar vida a otros en Cristo como sacerdote, diácono, hermana religiosa o hermano religioso? Comuníquese con la Oficina de Vocaciones al (508)630-4473 o envíe un correo electrónico a: donato.infante@gmail.com.
Oktoberfest at St. BonifaceOn Saturday, Sept.17 from 10 am - 6 pm join us for Vendor/crafter tables, Authentic German "Oom-Pah" Band; Fresh Cooked Bratwurst, Burgers & Hotdogs, German & Domestic Beers, Homemade Apple Crisp, Baked Goods, Grand Raffle: Win Fifty $30 Mass Lottery Scratch Tickets (one winner!) Supersized Themed Gift Basket Raffle, White Elephant Sale (parish hall), Chinese Auction, Money Tree, Games for Kids of all Ages, St. Boniface is located at 817 Massachusetts Ave., Lunenburg.
International Exhibit of Eucharistic Miracles coming to SpencerThe 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 and the extensively studied miracles of the Eucharist. The exhibit will be on display in the parish hall from 1-4 pm and his first-class relic will be on display for veneration. Books which include all the miracles will be available for purchase that day. The full schedule is as follows: Mass & Adoration in the church 8am-12 noon, followed by a presentation on blessed Carlo Acutis & the Miracles of the Eucharist in the church and 1-4pm for the Exhibit and veneration of the relic in the parish hall. Confessions will be heard at 3:30pm followed by evening Mass at 4:30pm. All are welcome to come.
Catholic Scouting Religious Emblem Program at Christ the KingDo you know a BSA Scout interested in pursuing the Ad Altare Dei emblem? An Ad Altare Dei Catholic religious emblem (to the Altar of God) program will be offered at Christ the King parish (1052 Pleasant Street, Worcester). The program will start on Sept. 17 with attendance at the 8:00 am Mass followed by an orientation to the program in the Church Hall. Here we will discuss requirements, expectations, calendar and overall plans of implementation. Ad Altare Dei is divided into sections based on the seven Sacraments central to the spiritual growth of all Catholics. This program is open to registered members of a troop who have completed the sixth grade (the content is designed for those 13-14 years old). Contact Tony Penny at apenny611@gmail.com if you are interested.
Catholic Scouting Religious Emblem Program at St. Christopher ChurchInformation Session will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 21 at 7:00 pm at St. Christopher Church Hall, 950 West Boylston Street, Worcester. Interested BSA Catholic Scouts ages 13 – 17 (grades 7 – 12) who are seeking to learn more about their faith and their role as a Catholic Scout in today’s society, and how to register for our upcoming classes to earn the awards. Parents are asked to attend this info session to ask questions about the program and learn - along with their Scout son - about the requirements for Scouts seeking to attain the Ad Altare Dei and Pope Pius XII Catholic Scouting Award. Scouts are asked to wear their complete Class ‘A’ uniform to this and all future classes. Questions? Please email John Atlas at JKARL1958@gmail.com. Hope to see you there!
Pro-Life Morning of ReflectionAll are invited to attend a Pro-Life Morning of Reflection and Enrichment on Saturday, Sept. 24 from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm at the Cathedral of St. Paul, 38 High St., Worcester. The theme of the day is “Life in the Eucharist” and will include presentations by Msgr. James Moroney on the centrality of Eucharistic Revival in pro-life ministry, and Allison LeDoux on building a culture of life in a post-Roe world. The day will include Mass and light lunch. There is no cost to attend but pre-registration is required. To register, send your name, parish, and email address to aledoux@worcesterdiocese.org, or contact the Respect Life Office at 508-929-4311.
Note to Parish Staff: The new edition of the annual Respect Life Program has been mailed to all parishes. Please watch for the large envelope in your postal mail the week of Sept. 5. These materials are wonderful resources to help your parish prepare for Respect Life Month in October which begins with Respect Life Sunday on Oct. 2.
Diocesan Wedding Anniversary MassBishop Robert J. McManus will celebrate the Diocesan Wedding Anniversary Mass on Sunday, Oct. 23 at 3:00 p.m. 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.
Positions Available
Organist Needed
Immaculate Conception Parish in Worcester seeks an organist for weekend Masses (Sat. 4pm, Sun. 10am), Holy Days, and Easter Triduum Liturgies. Piano skills and knowledge of Catholic Liturgy are required. The position is salaried and part-time. If available, funerals and weddings will provide additional income. To apply, please email icworc@live.com.
Ad Sales Rep
The Catholic Free Press is seeking a part-time, commissioned ad sales representative. Flexible hours. Perfect for supplemental income. Must be positive, professional, reliable, self-motivated, outgoing, computer-savvy and a team player. Print advertising and/or digital sales experience a plus. Our seasoned advertising manager can be your guide! Send inquiries or applications to editor@catholicfreepress.org.August 29, 2022
Oktoberfest in Lunenburg
Our Oktoberfest returns this year at Saint Boniface Church, 817 Massachusetts Ave., Lunenburg on Saturday, Sept. 17 from 10 am-6 pm. Join us for food and drinks, craft/boutique vendors, Chinese auction, huge theme baskets, games, and more. Listen to our live, authentic German "oom-pah" band. Look for treasures at our white elephant sale. Take a chance on our scratch ticket raffle -- one lucky winner -- fifty $30 scratch tickets! Free entry.
KofC Chicken BBQ in Leicester
Leicester Knights of Columbus invite you to the Annual Chicken BBQ and Corn Hole Tournament on Sunday, Sept. 18 from Noon to 4 pm. Includes 1/2 Chicken, Corn On Cob, Baked Potato, Roll, Butter and more. $15 Per Person. $10 for Children Under 12. Serving Noon to 2 pm. Call to purchase tickets: Don Gillette, Grand Knight: 508-892-5195 or email: ohno7g7@yahoo.com. Corn Hole Tournament: $20 Entrance Fee, Cash Prizes to First and Second Place Winners. Leicester Social Club, 90 Mannvlle St., Leicester.
Keys to Reaching Inactive Catholics Training
Programs to reach inactive Catholics do not evangelize people. Disciples of Jesus Christ evangelize others using these as tools, creating space where conversion to Jesus and the Church can happen. Learn how to make outreach programs more evangelizing. Discover how a Christ-centered parish event can be the centerpiece for reaching many inactive Catholics. Instructor: John J. Boucher. Saturday, Sept. 24 from 9:30 am to Noon. NO COST registration. Zoom.com workshop. Send name, email, & phone to boucherjohn@hotmail.com by Wednesday, Sept. 21.
Sung Mass in Clinton
Please mark your calendars for Friday, Oct. 21 at 7 pm when Bishop McManus and St. John the Guardian of Our Lady Parish in Clinton will be hosting a fully sung Mass for Persecuted Christians. Beautiful new sacred music for congregation and choir will be led by the 100+ voice Cor Unum Chorale under the direction of composer Paul Jernberg. Fr. Alfredo Porras will be the celebrant and Fr. Benedict Kiely (founding director of Nasarean.org) will be the homilist. To see and hear a similar sung Liturgy with the Cor Unum Chorale, visit The Fire of Your Love - The Sacred Liturgy on YouTube! For further info and to RSVP, visit magnificatinstitute.org/mass!Position Available
Youth Minister
St Luke’s Parish in Westborough is seeking a Youth Minister. This person would work with students in grades 7 – 12, as well as young adults. Looking for someone who desires to foster in young people a deeper relationship with Jesus within their Catholic faith. Flexibility, warm disposition, energetic, strong leadership and organizational skills required. Responsibilities include implementing curriculum, supporting catechists, confirmation prep, retreats, social and service projects.
Please send your resume to office@stlukes-parish.org.
To Parish Administration:
Sanctuary Furnishings Needed
St. Francis Nursing Home, Worcester is looking for a presider's chair and matching side chair(s) and credence table for purchase. Please contact Larry Trapasso at St. Francis if you have unused furnishings available.August 22, 2022
Ascend Night
Join other young adults for the next Ascend night on Friday, Sept. 2 at 7 pm at St. Bernard Church at Our Lady of Providence Parish. Start your weekend off with Jesus with some praise & worship music, Eucharistic Adoration, and the opportunity for Reconciliation. Our Lady of Providence Parish is located at 236 Lincoln St. in Worcester.
Miraculous Medal Novena in WorcesterThe Annual Miraculous Medal Novena at Our Lady of Loreto Church will take place on Tuesdays Sept. 6 – Nov. 1 at 7:00 pm. Our speakers will be: Sept. 6 - Bishop Robert J. McManus ; Sept. 13 - Rev. Paul T. O'Connell ; Sept. 20 - Rev. Juan Echavarria ; Sept. 27 - Rev. Frederick Fraini ; Oct. 4 - Rev. Kenneth Cardinale ; Oct. 11 - Deacon Donald Pegg ; Oct. 18 - Rev. Richard Trainor ; Oct. 25 - Rev. J. Sebastian Sanchez ; Nov. 1 - Rev. Msgr. Francis Scollen.
Novena to St. Joseph in WorcesterThe 11th Annual Novena to St. Joseph will take place at Christ the King Parish in Worcester on Monday evenings this fall. There will be prayer for the seriously ill, for improvements in palliative care, for the end of the pandemic, and to raise awareness about all attempts to end human life unnaturally as in the case of physician assisted suicide or euthanasia. The Novena will be celebrated nine consecutive Mondays beginning September 12 from 7:15 to 8:00 pm. This year’s dates and homilists are: Msgr. Thomas Sullivan (Sept. 12); Bishop Robert J. McManus (Sept. 19); Fr. James Mazzone (Sept. 26); Fr. Stephen Lundrigan (Oct. 3); Fr. John Gavin, SJ (Oct. 10); Fr. Ronald Falco (Oct. 17); Fr. Anthony Mpagi (Oct. 24); Msgr. Thomas Sullivan (Oct. 31; Novena and Vigil Mass for the Feast of All Saints); and Fr. Alfredo Porras (Nov. 7). The names of those people who are terminally or critically ill, and who will be prayed for during the Novena, can be mailed to our rectory office, or called in to 508-754-5361, or emailed to Msgr. Sullivan at tsullivan5@mac.com.
Were you a parishioner at Sacred Heart Church in Worcester in 1997?We invite you to our opening our Time Capsule from 1997 along with a cookout and outdoor Mass on Saturday, Sept. 17 from Noon-5 pm, 596 Cambridge St. Worcester. Please stop by and or call the rectory (508-752-1608) to reserve your spot by Sept. 9!
Fall Festival in WestminsterFall Festival at St. Edward the Confessor Church will be held on Saturday, Sept. 17 from 10 am-4 pm at 10 Church St., Westminster. Join us for a day of bargains in attic treasures, jewelry/gems room, 10-15 craft/boutique vendors, grocery wheel, Eddie’s Auction & Theme Baskets, raffles, and games. Chicken BBQ at noon. Free parking. Attic Treasures (early bird entry at 9:30am - $5.) Visit www.stedwardconf.org for details.
Bereavement Support in WorcesterGrief is a powerful emotion caused by the loss of someone or something we loved very much. Grief is part of the cost of loving and engaging with life. Each of us will experience times of grief because death and loss are part of this transitory life. Most of us relate grief to the death of a loved one. However, we can also experience grief over the loss of a job, a pet’s death, betrayal by a spouse, our own loss of health or mobility… the list goes on and on. Blessed Sacrament Bereavement Support Group will meet on Sept. 17 from 1:00- 3:00 pm, at Phelan Center, 551 Pleasant Street, Worcester. with a special guest, Mr. Anthony Athy from Athy’s Funeral Home. For further information please contact Blessed Sacrament Rectory at 508 755-9152 or Anthony Merolla at 508 791-4247. All are welcomed.
AmplifyMark your calendars for the first Amplify night of the school year which will take place on Saturday, Sept. 17 at Our Lady of the Lake in Leominster! All high school youth are invited to join us for some food, outdoor lawn games, followed by some time of Eucharistic Adoration and confession! We will begin around 6 pm following the parish's 5 pm vigil Mass and conclude at 9 pm. There is NO COST to attend. However, to give us an estimated headcount for food, please sign up (group sign up or individual) using the following link: neworcester.org/amplify-9-17 Please sign up by Sept. 14.
Middle School AmplifyAll Middle School Youth (grades 6-8) are invited to the first Middle School Amplify of the school year on Sunday, Sept. 25 from 5-7 pm at St. Mary in Uxbridge ! We will have pizza, games and prizes, and we'll finish out the night with an experience in Eucharistic Adoration. There is NO COST to attend! However, to give us an estimated headcount for food, please sign up using the following link: neworcester.org/middle-school-amplify-9-25. Please sign up by Sept. 19.
Upcoming Cursillo Weekends“Behold, I stand at the door and knock…” It’s time. Time to learn more about your Faith. Time to experience what our religion can do for you. Jesus is waiting for you, personally. Cursillo weekends are a wonderful, fun way to give you a start on this journey. Two weekends are coming up for the fall of 2022: Women’s weekend Thursday evening Oct. 6 to 9 and Men’s weekend Thursday evening Nov. 10 to 13. Visit www.fourthday.org and download an application today or call Pam Hamilton at 774-239-8909 if you have any questions. You will be so very glad you did!
Position Available:
Parish Music Director, Christ the King Parish, Worcester - Christ the King, enjoying a strong liturgical music program for decades, seeks a Director of Liturgical Music. 10-15 hours a week. This person of faith is responsible for the planning, coordination and execution of music within the liturgical celebrations of the parish. Position begins asap. Apply by September 20. The successful candidate has strong competency in organ and piano skills. Will oversee and rehearse two choirs: Festival Choir and Folk Choir. Additional information provided on request. Candidates to be interviewed by Search Committee. Send resumé to Msgr. Thomas Sullivan, 1052 Pleasant Street, Worcester, MA 01602 or by email to tsullivan5@mac.com.
August 15, 2022
Programs this Fall at St. Mary, Uxbridge
"St. Mary University" presents “The Confessions of St. Augustine” with Dr. Marc LePain, retired theology professor at Assumption University, beginning Monday, Sept. 12 through Nov. 21 (10 weeks) from 6:30 – 8:00 pm at the Good Shepherd Center at St. Mary Church, Uxbridge. After an overview of his life and times, his numerous works, and the thirteen books that he called Confessions, we will devote a session to each of the first nine books that deal with Augustine’s past life to the time of his Baptism at age 32. So everyone has the same translation of the book, the cost will be $15.00 and will include the book and refreshments. Please register at: stmaryuxbridge.org/confessions-of-st-augustine. Please email questions to Diane Moriarty at dmoriarty@stmaryuxbridge.org or call her at 508-278-2226 X 23.
St. Mary Parish will be offering The Search this fall at the Polish American Hall at 217 Mendon St. beginning Wednesday, Sept. 14 through Oct. 26 from 6:30 – 8:00 pm. The Search is an innovative video series from Augustine Institute which tackles the key questions of the human heart. You are invited to attend the multi-session program to better understand life and death, sorrow and happiness, science and faith, and the meaning and purpose of life. These topics and others will be explored with experts from multiple fields of science, medicine, psychology, art, and religion. Join us There is no cost for the class. Come, engage in a lively discussion or come just to listen. You may register for The Search at stmaryuxbridge.org/the-search or email dmoriarty@stmaryuxbridge.org or call 508-278-2226 X23.
“Grieving with Great HOPE” will be offered by St. Mary Parish, Uxbridge beginning Thursday, Sept. 22 through Oct. 20, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm. It is a five-week grief support workshop from Good Mourning Ministry, a Catholic Apostolate, to assist those who are mourning the loss of a loved one. This workshop is for anyone who is grieving the death of a loved one be it a spouse, child (including pregnancy loss), parent, sibling, or friend etc. It does not matter how long ago the loss occurred as everyone mourns their loss in their own time and in their own way. This workshop will give those grieving the tools they need to guide them into a new and different life through the Seven Intentions of mourning. In this workshop participants will gather together as a community of faith to become disciples of hope. Each session includes a video, small group discussion, and prayer and will be held at St. Mary Parish Center. The cost is $15.00 and includes the accompanying workbook. All are welcome. You may register online at: stmaryuxbridge.org/grieving-with-great-hope or call the office at 508-278-2226 X23 or email Diane Moriarty at dmoriaty@stmaryuxbridge.org.
New Catechetical Program for Young Children in Northbridge
St. Peter Parish in Northbridge will offer the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd program, a model of religious education for children ages 3-6. Sessions will be held on Sunday mornings beginning in September. More information can be found on the parish website www.stpeterrockdale.org. For questions, please contact the parish office at parishoffice@stpeterrockdale.org.
The Ignatian Spiritual Exercises in Daily Life
A 30-week directed prayer experience in the tradition of St. Ignatius of Loyola is being offered by a team of Jesuits and parishioners experienced in Ignatian prayer.
Starting on Oct. 4, each weekly session will be approximately ninety minutes and will include reflection, direction and a presentation. Sessions will be held on Tuesday evenings at St. Peter’s Church in Worcester, adjacent to Clark University. Information and an application form is available on the website: ignatianspiritualexercisesworcester.com. or contact the team by email at worcspex19@gmail.com or call Dick Kirk at 508-887-0107.
Save the Date -- 2022 Celebrate Priesthood Gala
On Thursday, Oct. 20, the Diocese of Worcester will hold the Ninth Annual Celebrate Priesthood – Taste of the Diocese Gala at St. Paul Diocesan Jr./Sr. High School. Watch for notices on how you can support this important fundraiser for Priests’ Retirement with sponsorships, program book ads, food tables and tickets. Visit worcesterdiocese.org in late August to learn more.
North American Martyrs Parish - Crafters Wanted!
Calling all crafters! North American Martyrs Parish, Auburn will host its first Countdown to Christmas Craft Fair on Saturday, Nov. 5 from 9 am- 3:30 pm in the Parish Hall. The rental fee for one table space is $35 plus one item for raffle (retail value of at least $25). For two adjacent table spaces, the fee is $50 plus one item for raffle (retail value of at least $35). Applications and guidelines for vendors can be found at https://namartyrsauburn.org/vendorapplication. Spaces are filled on a first come, first serve basis. For more information, please contact Liz Rossi at erossi@namartyrsauburn.org.Parish Administration
Long, sturdy wooden table available
St. Edward the Confessor Parish has a long wooden table with drawers on both sides available. Solid Wood Table, Size: 11’9”L X 3’10”W with 3 drawers on each side. Available to pick up at St. Edward Parish Center, Westminster. Call 978-874-2362 if interested. A digital photo can be emailed upon request.August 1, 2022
St. Bernard's High School 3rd Annual Golf Tournament
Join us on Monday, September 26 at Northern Spy Golf Course, Townsend for the 3rd Annual STB Golf Tournament. Entry fee is $130/per golfer and includes raffle prizes, use of driving range, mulligans, all day buffet, STB swag, skins pool, hospitality holes and cash prizes. Two shot guns available: 7:30am or 1pm - Scramble format. Register at https://stbernardshighschool.org/. Proceeds directly benefit the athletics program at St. Bernard's High School.
Little Audrey Santo Gift ShopThe Little Audrey Santo Foundation’s gift shop located at the the Foundation House at 68 S. Flagg St., Worcester, will open Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1-3 p.m. Pilgrims are invited to visit Audrey’s room, pray in the chapel and visit the gift shop. Call 508-755-8712 for information.
July 18, 2022
Volunteer Opportunities for Retirees
Ignatian Volunteer Corps (IVC) New England is interviewing applicants now for fall openings. IVC Service Corps Members combine direct service opportunities at non-profits serving those in need in our communities with monthly spiritual reflection in the Jesuit tradition. Volunteers, 50 years of age and better, serve two full days/week from September through June. For more information and an application, contact IVC New England Director Dave Hinchen: dhinchen@ivcusa.org.
“Misgivings” to be performed in Douglas
On Saturday, Sept. 17 at St. Denis Church, Douglas join us for a performance of Misgivings - a “Divine” comedy of belly laughs, blessings, blarney and bingo! Join is for an evening of fun and fellowship as Father Patrick Aloysius Misgivings relates his stories and one-liners about growing up Catholic. Adults (21+) only, please. Doors open at 4:45pm, show starts at 5:30pm. Tickets are $20 per person and include heavy hors d’oeuvres and beverages. Purchase tickets online at SaintDenisChurch.com, in person after all Masses in August and early September, or call the Rectory at 508-476-2002. Don’t miss this delightfully entertaining and uplifting one man show!July 11, 2022
Volunteers Needed
The Mustard Seed Catholic Worker offers a meal to those in need every weeknight. Parishes or small groups are needed to prepare and serve a meal for 100 guests. This is a pressing need during the summer. For more information, or to volunteer, please contact Paula Bushey at 508-243-0735.
Job Opportunity: DRE in Leominster
St. Leo Parish, Leominster seeks a Director of Religious Education. Responsibilities include: Faith Formation for Grades 1 – 11; Preparation for First Penance, First Communion and Confirmation; RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) and Safe Environment Coordinator. Qualifications: Bachelors or Masters Degree in theology and/or religious education, education; Good organizational skills; Strong verbal and written communication skills; Proven leadership ability and strong relational skills. St. Leo’s has a small religious education program with the potential for growth! Salary/benefits commensurate with education and experience. This position can be part-time or full-time, depending upon applicant’s needs. Full-time applicants would be asked to lead adult education as well. Send resume to stleoparish@verizon.ne... or mail to: St. Leo Parish DRE Search, 108 Main St., Leominster, MA 01453
Volunteer Opportunity
Little Audrey Santo Foundation is welcoming volunteers. For more information call 508-755-8712.Parish Referral for Clothing Collections
St. Roch Parish in Oxford would like to share their success with having a St. Pauly Textile, Inc. clothing shed on the church property for the past nine years. It has been a positive experience giving the townspeople a clean, safe and convenient way to donate clothing. They are a Western NY based, family owned for-profit company and an A+ member of the Better Business Bureau. Their goal is to get USEABLE clothing to people and organizations that can use it, here in the U.S. and in developing countries. More info can be found online at stpaulytextile.com. Alex Hillis can be reached at 585-924-7941Flea Market to benefit Urban Missionaries
Doing some spring cleaning? Gain some extra cash and space by selling your unwanted household and outdoor items. Rent a table for only $15.00 at the Urban Missionaries' Saturday Flea Market (seasonal). You will also be supporting their mission of “Just Helping, the Least, the Last, and the Left Out.” Set-up is at 7:00 am. Reservations are required one week in advance; family appropriate items only; payment due on-site, prior to set-up. Contact mailbox@urbanmissionaries.com or call 508-831-7455.
FOR PARISH ADMINISTRATION:
Coming to Chancery for Appointments - Protocol
The chancery remains closed to the public except for scheduled appointments. Beginning September 1 we have made staffing changes including no longer having a receptionist at the front lobby. The front vestibule is OPEN during business hours and a phone is present to call your appointment to notify them of your arrival.
If you are dropping off material for a department (e.g., Marriage Tribunal, Partners in Charity or Finance, please call that department to let them know. Phone messages will be checked regularly and we encourage parish staff to use the direct dial numbers for each department which are listed in the Diocesan Directory.
If you are entering the building for an appointment, masks must be worn in the building and hand sanitizer is available as you enter for your use. A strict cleaning schedule is maintained for all common areas and meeting rooms are cleaned immediately after use.
Clergy visiting Saint Vincent protocol
When familiar clergy are able to visit the hospitalized members of their parish, it offers patients spiritual support and brings faith into the healing process. While COVID-related restrictions at Saint Vincent Hospital have been relaxed, Massachusetts hospitals are still required to internally maintain some restrictions. Masks will still be required within the hospital. If you arrive without a mask, one will be provided. Currently, entry to the hospital is restricted to the 3rd level North entrance. It is recommended that you check with the unit secretary before visiting your parishioner(s) in order to be made aware of any patient who might be under restrictions or who has been hospitalized with an infectious condition. Hand hygiene is necessary and essential for your safety and preventing unnecessary spread of certain pathogens. Given the evolving nature of the current visitor policy and any accompanying restrictions, consider other options that are available to area priests to stay connected with the members of the parish: contact them by phone, video communication, or text. The SVH staff chaplains should be contacted if there is an emergency or your visitation seems unlikely due to other demands which would seriously delay your ability to visit in person. Call (508) 363-5000 to page the priest on duty or call the direct phone number for the Department of Pastoral Care: (508) 363-6246. A priest-chaplain is always available for emergencies.
Priest Coverage for Pastoral Care at UMASS Memorial in Worcester:
Message from Cathy Pimley, Manager, Pastoral Care
Since March 2021, I have been diligently trying to fill two full-time Catholic Priest positions at the Medical Center. There is hope that one full time position will be filled in mid-September to replace Fr. Roach, who retires on August 29. There will also be a few overnight per-diem positions posted, but we are greatly in need of another 32-hour Catholic priest day position. I wanted to give you a heads-up so that you know there will be days when a priest will not be in-house for the Sacrament of the Sick. Our Interfaith Chaplains are available but want to encourage you to reach out to your parishioners who may be hospitalized and need sacramental ministry. You may want to invite your parishioners to receive the Sacrament of the Sick from you prior to scheduled hospitalizations. I pray we will have full staffing soon, but as you know, we live in challenging times. You, as priests, are welcome to visit your congregants who are hospitalized, even amid visitor limits. COVID + patients may require different protocols. If you have any questions, please feel free to call me at 774-442-6550. Thank you for your ongoing support.eCatholic tip: online payments and donations
Promoting events? Use your eCatholic and Flocknote Resources!
The monthly fee to use eCatholic payments is waived for parishes in the diocese and transaction fees are as low as it gets in the industry. The site is very secure, and the money goes right into your parish bank account and you get a report letting you know! You can also use eCatholic Payments for one time or recurring payments and donations for offertory, religious education tuition and more! But, if you already have an online offertory platform you can use eCatholic Payments with their web forms alongside that platform for one time donations for events, etc. Questions: email worcester@ecatholic.com anytime.It is EASY to set up an event announcement and registration/ticket form on your eCatholic website. If you have not yet done so, contact them for an online account to accept credit cards via your site. Not only will it make it more convenient than “come to the rectory for tickets;” you can reach more people and plan better for your event. Costs are as low as it gets in the industry, the site is very secure, and the money goes right into your parish bank account and you get a report letting you know! PLUS you can then send everyone a link by Flocknote to go to the site with one click from their phone, tablet or computer and get the tickets, make the donation or at least be aware of the event details to share with family and friends. Let your Communications Ministry tools work for you! Contact Luke at worcester@eCatholic.com if you need to get set up or to learn more.
EMAIL NOTICES
We often hear from pastors and parishes saying they are not getting emails from us, even when we have a correct address. No Email system is foolproof (Gmail, MSN, Outlook, aol, Charter.net, Verizon.net, etc.) and your provider may be very aggressively blocking emails from your inbox based on general algorithms. Please remember to check your junk mail regularly to see if emails from our Flocknote system or from worcesterdiocese.org or other sources are being inadvertently blocked. You can always use your email system’s rules when this happens to “always accept email from this sender.” Usually that option appears when you “Right Click’ on the email in question with your mouse.Senior Fraud Hotline
RSVP’s Senior Fraud HelpLine is a toll-free resource for seniors and their families to call when they are concerned that they are being targeted by scammers. If they are in doubt, they should check it out by calling 1-800-297-9760. Confidential. Knowledgeable. Local. Supportive.Volunteer To Help With Food Distribution In Our Food Pantry
Catholic Charities Emergency Stabilization Services located on Hammond Street in Worcester is looking for volunteers who might be able to assist them with distributing food in our food pantry. Volunteers must be available once a week from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm and be able to lift cases of food. Volunteer days: Monday - Friday. Thank you for your consideration. All help is much needed and appreciated! Contact: Maydeé Morales at 508-860-2206 or via e-mail to mmorales@ccworc.org.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 800-622-9700 for more information, indicating your interest in the Reduced Fee Program.UNIVERSITY OF DAYTON ONLINE LEARNING (DIOCESAN PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM)
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 Barbara Ramian at 508-929-4308.
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.
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 609-457-0108 or fertilitycare@ymail.com.
CAR DONATION PROGRAM
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 atwww.ccworc.org or call 1-888-CAR-7308 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!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.