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A prayer for the season
I see the countless Christmas trees around the world below
With tiny lights, like Heaven's stars, reflecting on the snow.
The sight is so spectacular, please wipe away that tear
For I am spending Christmas with Jesus Christ this year.
I hear the many Christmas songs that people hold so dear
But the sounds of music can't compare
with the Christmas choir up here.
For I have no words to tell you the joy their voices bring
It is beyond description to hear the angels sing.
I know how much you miss me, but please remember, dear;
That I am spending Christmas with Jesus Christ this year.
I cannot tell you of the splendor of the peace inside this place.
Can you imagine Christmas with Our Savior, face to face?
I will ask Him to light your spirit as I tell Him of your love.
So then pray for one another as you life your eyes above.
Please let your hearts be joyful and let your spirit sing.
For I am spending Christmas in Heaven
and walking with the King!
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Pieta is an ongoing support group for bereaved parents. Anyone who has experienced the death of a child is welcome to join us. This group provides a safe place for parents to come and share their pain and loss with other bereaved parents in a non-judgmental atmosphere. No matter how long it has been, or the age when one has to bury a son or daughter, the loss is profound and brings about significant changes in family life. We welcome parents of any faith to join us. Topics will cover all aspects of grieving.Meetings are held on the second Monday of each month at
7:00 pm in the conference room in the church hall at
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A History of Pieta
In 1985 Fr. "Bill" Wolkovich of the Boston Archdiocese realized that there were many deaths of young people in the Hudson-Marlborough area. At this time, he was the spiritual advisor of a group of bereaved parents in Norwood called the "Pieta". This name was taken from Michaelangelo's famous sculpture of Mary holding her son Jesus in her arms. A Pieta group was started in Hudson and has been facilitated by Catherine Russell since that time. Two members of the Hudson group decided that it was necessary to have a Pietagroup in the Worcester area. In 2008, the Worcester Pietà group was formed. The monthly meetings are facilitated by the Core Members. Be sure to visit our Mary garden!
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Contact Us
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Terry Gentilepieta3gmail.comPIETA co-chair
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Sue Stevenspieta3gmail.comPIETA co-chair
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other support groups for bereaved parents
Hope Lives Here
1085A Main Street, Holden MA
The Compassionate Friends - Worcester Chapter
111 Park Avenue, Worcester MAThe Next Step - Parent's Grief Support Group
Susan Brunell
94 South St., Southbridge, MA
Harrington Hospital campus
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Annual Pieta Mass
Everyone is invited to attend the Pieta annual Mass, scheduled for a Monday evening in early May. This is a special time to come together with family and friends in remembrance of our children. Please feel free to invite any families who have lost a child.
For more information:
Annie Doyle, St. George Outreach Coordinator, 508-450-4134 or Terry Gentile 508- 284-0796 or pieta3@gmail.com. saintgeorgesparish.org/pieta
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