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Parish Renewal Initiative

Lower Blackstone Valley, MA

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  • Rebuild My Church
    "Rebuild My Church"

    • Welcome

      This website has been established to be a source of information about the process of renewing the 5 Roman Catholic parishes of Blackstone (St. Paul and St. Theresa churches), Linwood (Good Shepherd church), Millville (St. Augustine church) and Uxbridge (St. Mary church), to better serve the mision of the Church.

      "Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, until the end of the age.”
       

      Check back often to find out what is happening and to learn more about the process and vision.

    • Calendar

      • Parish representatives meeting
        Wednesday, November 3, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
        A Holy Hour will begin at 5 PM for all who can make it.
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      • Parish representatives meeting
        Wednesday, November 17, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
        A Holy Hour will begin at 5 PM for all who can make it.
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      • Parish representatives meeting
        Wednesday, December 8, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
        A Holy Hour will begin at 5 PM for all who can make it.
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      • Parish representatives meeting
        Wednesday, January 5, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
        A Holy Hour will begin at 5 PM for all who can make it.
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  • Why and How...

    • Letter from Bishop McManus

      Click HERE

    • Outline of Renewal Process

      Click HERE

    • Divine Renovation
      Where we are headed...

      Divine Renovation is the answer to a question that parishes across the world have grappled with for decades. How do we continue to bring people to Jesus Christ in a society and culture constantly moving away from that relationship. From declining numbers to passive experiences of church, the obstacles for parishes are real. What would it look like if a parish was full of missionary disciples on fire for mission? What could a pastor accomplish if they had the energy and capacity to lead? These are the questions that Divine Renovation books, podcasts, resources, and coaching help parishes answer.

      Here are six short videos below that present the 5 key principles of the Devine Renovation process. You are invited to watch them to get an idea of the possibities ahead of us in our church. Enjoy!

    • WATCH FIRST - What is Divine Renovation?
      WATCH FIRST - What is Divine Renovation?
    • Part 1 - The Crisis of Identity
      Part 1 - The Crisis of Identity
    • Part 2 - Leadership and Vision
      Part 2 - Leadership and Vision
    • Part 3 - Forming a Leadership Team
      Part 3 - Forming a Leadership Team
    • Part 4 - Culture: The Key to Lasting Change
      Part 4 - Culture: The Key to Lasting Change
    • Part 5 - The Role of the Holy Spirit
      Part 5 - The Role of the Holy Spirit
  • Map of the 5 parishes in the renewal
    Map of the 5 parishes in the renewal
    G = Good Shepherd    M = St. Mary    A = St. Augustine    P = St. Paul    T = St. Theresa   
    Crosses (White & Lt Blue) = Worcester/Boston Diocese
      • Click here to view or download map
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