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In my previous post, Living the Eucharist as a Family, I mentioned that pilgrimages from four corners of the United States are taking place, ending in

If you find yourself visiting Massachusetts, or you call The Old Colony State home, don’t miss these special Catholic places.

This past November, Cardinal Sean O’Malley presented 150 individuals, both lay and religious, with the prestigious Cheverus Award medal at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross. One of those recipients is a familiar face to those who frequent St. Joseph the Worker Shrine at 37 Lee St. – Br. Richard Cote, OMI.

LOWELL — To mark the 60th anniversary of St. Joseph the Worker Shrine in 2016, then-Shrine Director, the Rev. Terry O’Connell of the Oblates of Mary Immaculate, established the annual Christian Worker Award.

It has been almost six months since my friend, Gail Malliaros-Golec, passed away suddenly at the age of 71.  

TEWKSBURY — Members of the Tewksbury Police Department are inviting the community to enjoy Halloween in a fun and safe way.

LOWELL — Many are familiar with Lowell’s hidden jewel, St. Joseph the Worker Shrine located in the heart of downtown at 37 Lee St. But within St. Joseph’s, lies a second jewel — the Oblate Historical Museum. 

MAYOR SOKHARY Chau opens every Lowell City Council meeting with a traditional request for “any moment of silence or memorial?” At this point in the public meeting, before the official business is conducted, councilors may read a memorial and request a darkening of chambers for members of the community who have passed.

Cardinal OMalley is seen alongside Metropolitan Methodios as he addresses the Greek Orthodox community during their celebration of the Easter Vigil on May 1. Pilot photo/Alex Mavradis Help us expand our reach! Please share this article Saturday was the feast of St. Joseph the Worker, so I was pleased to be able to celebrate Mass at St. Joseph the Worker Shrine in Lowell. We were pleased to be joined by Mayor John Leahy and several members of the Lowell Fire and Police departments, who carried t...