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Welcome to Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish!
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Our Lady of Good Counsel is a vibrant and diverse Roman Catholic community serving the West Boylston, Massachusetts area. In the name of Christ, we welcome all who gather with us in worship and prayer. Though imperfect, we strive to be a community of open hearts, enlivened by the gospel, growing in faith, hope and love. Whether you are a visitor, traveler, new to the parish or in search of a spiritual home, you are most welcome here. Your presence is a blessing to us.
If you should have a question or seek more information about the parish, please feel free to introduce yourself to the Priest, Deacon or another member of the pastoral staff after Mass. You may also contact Terri King, our parish Office Administrator, at 508.835.3606. She will be happy to assist you.
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Parish Happenings of Interest
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Our Lady of Good Counsel will soon be initiating a Parish Visitation Ministry in service to our community.Read More
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Please accept my deep appreciation and gratitude for the many cards, letters, and gifts of food that I received from so many parishioners at Christmas. Your goodness is a blessing. It is a privilege to be a part of such a warm and caring community. Thank you! Merci beaucoup! Father Steven LabaireRead More
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There is presently a need for additional Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion within our parish community. Ministers of Holy Communion assist the priests and deacon in the distribution of the Body and Blood of Christ at Mass. Some also bring Holy Communion to the homebound and to the sick. Sometimes they also assist with some aspects of serving at the altar, as appropriate in the circumstances.Read More
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This weekend we continue our celebration of Christmas as the church celebrates the Epiphany of the Lord. The word Epiphany means “appearance,” “revelation” and “manifestation.” On this day we contemplate the mystery of God who revealed himself as a tiny child and yet who is the "Light of the World".Read More
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Liturgical Schedule At Our Lady Of Good Counsel
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Mass Times
- Saturday: 4:30 PM EnglishEnglishEN
- Sunday: 8:30 AM EnglishEnglishEN 10:30 AM EnglishEnglishEN
- MonThu 9:00 AM EnglishEnglishEN
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Holy Day Masses
On the day itself: Usually 9 am and 6 pm
During travel: 1-410-676-6000 for mass time anywhere
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Confession Times
- Saturday: 3:30 PM to 4:00 PM and at other times upon request.
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Rectory Office Hours
Monday 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Tuesday 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Wednesday 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Thursday 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
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Today's Readings
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Reading 1 2 Sm 5:1-7, 10Responsorial Psalm 89:20, 21-22, 25-26Gospel Mk 3:22-30
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Catholic News Service
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IMAGE: CNS illustration/handout, Irish 4 Reproductive Health By Ann Carey SOUTH BEND, Ind. (CNS) -- A lawsuit to force the University of Notre Dame to provide free contraceptives and abortifacient...
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IMAGE: CNS photo/Yad Vashem Archives via Reuters By Junno Arocho Esteves VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Pope Francis said remembering the millions of men, women and children who perished in the Holocaust is a...
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IMAGE: CNS photo/Vatican Media By Junno Arocho Esteves VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- God's saving word doesn't seek pristine and safe places to reside but instead goes in search of the dark corners of people'
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IMAGE: CNS photo/Leah Millis, Reuters By Dennis Sadowski WASHINGTON (CNS) -- President Donald Trump credited attendees at the 47th annual March for Life for their commitment to protect the life of...
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IMAGE: CNS photo/Vatican Media By Junno Arocho Esteves VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- After Pope Francis and U.S. Vice President Mike Pence met privately for nearly an hour at the Vatican, Pence told the pope...
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Word on Fire
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Around the Diocese
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Monday, January 27, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PMA Divorced/Separated Catholic Support Group meets the 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month from 7 – 9 pm at North American Martyrs Church, Altar Server Room, 8 Wyoma Drive, Auburn MA 01501.Read More
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Wednesday, January 29, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PMHave you or someone you know suffered a loss? Join us in a prayerful evening in front of the Holy Eucharist on Wednesday, Jan. 29 from 7- 8:30 pm with Fr. Michael Roy at St. Roch Church, 332 Main St., Oxford. All are welcome.Read More
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Friday, January 31, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AMFor more information please call Maddy Hennessy at 508-860-2261 or email at mhennessy@ccworc.org.Read More
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Friday, January 31, 7:00 PMThe Creation documentary series will continue this month at North American Martyrs Church on Friday, Jan. 31 at 7 pm with the episode “Respect.” Each 30-minute episode will be presented in the parish hall on six Friday evenings throughout the year with discussion to follow.Read More
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Saturday, February 1, 9:00 AM - 11:30 AMThe scouting workshops scheduled for the Winter/Spring 2020 will be as follows: St. Damian and Blessed Mather Marianne Cope Patches - February 1 with a snow date of Feb. 8. Our Lady of Fatima and Pope St. John Paul II Patches - April 4. These are all Saturdays and the time will be from 9 - 11:30 am at the Holy Name of Jesus House of Studies, Illinois Street, Worcester. Cost is to be determined. Pizza will be included. Please RSVP to Linda Brink at LBrink2019@gmail.com.Read More
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Saturday, February 1, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PMSt. Ann Parish, 652 Main Street, North Oxford is holding an Indoor Yard Sale on Saturday, Feb. 1 from 9 to 2 pm. Furniture, lamps and pictures are featured. All proceeds to benefit St. Ann Parish.Read More
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Saturday, February 1, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PMA Valentine Dinner will be held on Saturday, Feb. 1 from 5 to 7 pm at St. Edward the Confessor Church Hall, 10 Church St., Westminster . Menu: Peach glazed chicken, stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, carrots, peas, soup, cranberry sauce, rolls and dessert. Cost of the dinner is $10.00 per adult, $5.00 per child under 12 and children under 6 eat free. Tickets are available at the door. For more information, please call Wendy Provencial at 978-874-0767.Read More
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Sunday, February 2, 11:30 AMThe Diocesan African Ministry will hold Mass weekly St. Andrew the Apostle Mission, 5 Spaulding at 11:30am.Read More
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Sunday, February 2, 12:30 PMSt. Anthony of Padua Parish, 84 Salem Street will celebrate Mass in Swahili and English weekly at 12:30pm.Read More
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Sunday, February 2, 2:00 PMSt. Joan of Arc, 570 Lincoln Street will celebrate Mass in Twi weekly, 2pm.Read More
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Thursday, February 6Cursillo 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. Our 2017 dates are: Women’s - November 14-17, 2019 & May 28-31, 2020; Men’s - February 6-9, 2020 & September 10-13, 2020. All weekends will be held at the Immaculate Conception Spiritual Renewal Center in Putnam, CT.Read More
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Friday, February 7, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AMFor more information please call Maddy Hennessy at 508-860-2261 or email at mhennessy@ccworc.org.Read More
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