“Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth.” (Colossians 3:2) Do you put God first in all things? Possessions, money, power, ego can easily become gods to many of us.Do a quick check of what is important to you.Is God at the very top of the list?If not, your priorities need to be re-adjusted.Don’t let earthly things become a god before God.This is also the first commandment – I am the Lord your God, you shall not have any strange gods before me.

“Concéntrense en las cosas celestiales y no en las terrenales”. (COLOSENSES 3:2) ¿Pone a Dios primero en todas las cosas? Las posesiones, el dinero, el poder, el ego pueden fácilmente convertirse en dioses para muchos de nosotros.Haga una revisiónrápida de lo que es importante para usted.¿Esta Dios en el primer lugar de la lista?Si no es así, necesita reajustar sus prioridades.No permita que las cosas terrenales se transformen en dioses colocados antes del Señor.Este también es el primer mandamiento - Soy el Señor tu Dios, no tendrás dioses ajenos delante de mí.

“Christ indeed from death is risen…” Through our baptism He calls us to proclaim new life to the world. Pray for those who herald the Good News as priests, brothers and sisters. If you think God may be inviting you to such a vocation, contact the Vocation Office at (508)-630-4473 or email: dinfante@saintpaulknights.org.

“Cristo ciertamente ha resucitado de entre los muertos…”  Por medio de nuestro bautismo, Él nos llama a proclamar la nueva vida al mundo. Oren por aquellos que anuncian la buena nueva; como sacerdotes, hermanos y hermanas. Si cree usted que Dios lo está invitando a tal vocación, comuníquese con la Oficina de Vocaciones al (508)-630-4473 o envíe un correo electrónico a: dinfante@saintpaulknights.org.

Come Celebrate Divine Mercy Sunday on April 16 at Holy Rosary Church, 135 Nichols St. in Gardner. Adoration and Confessions will begin at 2 pm followed by the Divine Mercy Chaplet and Benediction at 3 pm. Confessions will be heard in English, French, Spanish and Portuguese.  

On Sunday, April 16 from 10:00 am- 5:00 pm, come celebrate Divine Mercy Sunday at St. Joseph Church, 10 H Putnam Road Ext., Charlton. Celebrate all or part of this day with us.  Devotions will include: Adoration, the Divine Mercy Chaplet, Rosary, Meditations from St. Faustina’s Diary, Stations of the Cross and Benediction.

Visit www.stjosephscharlton.com for specific times.

All are welcome on Sunday, April 16, 2:00- 3:00 pm  at Saint Aloysius-Saint Jude Parish, 489 Pleasant St., Leicester for Divine Mercy Sunday observance. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament; Homily; Chaplet of the Divine Mercy; Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick; and Benediction. 

On Tuesday, April 25 at 6:00 pm you are invited to join Bishop McManus and the Adopt-a-Student Committee at a reception at Saint Paul Jr/Sr High School in Worcester to recognize student scholars and raise needed funds to expand scholarship opportunities to Central Catholic Schools. A new format for this year will feature presentations in the Burke auditorium and food stations and hors d’oeuvres reception with complimentary beverages. Consider supporting this critical education program with a Sponsorship, program book advertisement, donation and/or by purchasing tickets. Visit www.adopt-a-student.net/ to learn more and to use the online form.

The Office of the Diaconate is accepting applications from married and single men between the ages of 31 and 60 for this fall’s beginning formation process. Applications will be accepted through May 1, with classes to begin in September. Inquiry sessions will be held on request with those who are interested in learning more about the permanent diaconate. To schedule a session, email your request to diaconate@worcesterdiocese.org, or submit an inquiry form at worcesterdiocese.org/diaconate-inquiry.  More information is available at worcesterdiocese.org/diaconate-information.

Notre Dame Health Care Assisted Living, Plantation St., Worcester, is looking for a part time Spiritual Care Assistant. The work includes preparing for daily Mass and other liturgies, bringing Eucharist to residents. working directly with residents and families for their spiritual guidance, praying with residents, visiting residents who are in the midst hospital or recovery, and more. Hours are open for discussion and may include some Sundays and early evenings. If interested please go to www.notredamehealthcare.org and click on Careers under the Get Involved tab.

Below please find the Easter Letter from Bishop McManus. Please share in your bulletins or Flocknote for Easter weekend. Thank you.

The Chancery offices will be closed on Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter Monday. Our prayers and best wishes for a Blessed and Joyous Easter!