Saint Paul Cathedral — Attraction in Worcester

This was the church of my youth as I attended the school way back in the 60s. It was beautifully restored relatively recently. For a time, beginning in the 80s, it was hijacked by a group of extreme orthodox, pretty judgemental Catholics. It seems to be evolving back to its roots of helping those in need in the neighborhood and being more welcoming. But until certain leaders leave or evolve, sadly it will remain and feel exclusive. You can see elements of extreme political conservatism in the bumper stickers of the parked cars. Jesus welcomed and embraced all, ( except for religious arrogance). That's what Church...

This was my Parish church growing up. I fell in love with this church even as a young girl. Confirmed there, and was married there. My dream had always to be married in front of the magnificent marble Alter. So you can imagine by the time I married ( 1970 ) they had replaced it with the new look of the time. My wedding was the first Ecumenical Wedding in that church. I intend to go back to visit hopefully this year.as I don't live in the area anymore. 5...

It was so wonderful, a true blessing to come home to St Paul’s Cathedral. I have never been here before but I was tearfully moved by the cathedral itself and the mass we celebrated. The moment we entered I was home with my brother and sisters. May God Bless you and keep you all the days of your life. I read the other reviews about about changes and updating. I would not change a detail beyond what keeps its...