# Talk to a Priest Help - Massachusetts ## National Resources for Spiritual Support - **National Catholic Hotline** - **Phone:** 1-800-627-7480 - **Website:** [www.catholic.org](https://www.catholic.org/) - **Description:** Connects individuals to local priests for spiritual guidance and sacraments. - **Clergy Referral Service** - **Phone:** 1-800-332-7365 - **Website:** [www.clergyservice.org](https://www.clergyservice.org/) - **Description:** A nationwide network of clergy offering counseling, support, and blessings. - **Faith Community Network** - **Phone:** 1-888-697-5433 - **Website:** [www.faithcommunitynetwork.org](https://www.faithcommunitynetwork.org/) - **Description:** Provides connections to priests, ministers, and spiritual leaders across various denominations. ## Statewide Services - **Archdiocese of Boston** - **Phone:** 617-254-0100 - **Website:** [www.bostoncatholic.org](https://www.bostoncatholic.org/) - **Description:** The Archdiocese oversees parishes and provides spiritual services across Massachusetts, including support from priests. - **Massachusetts Clergy Assistance Hotline** - **Phone:** 1-877-413-0223 - **Description:** 24/7 hotline offering immediate access to priests or religious counselors within Massachusetts. ## Local Priest Support by Region/City ### Boston - **St. Cecilia Parish** - **Phone:** 617-536-4548 - **Website:** [www.stcecilia.org](https://www.stcecilia.org/) - **Address:** 18 Belvidere Street, Boston, MA 02115 - **Services:** Confession, spiritual guidance, and pastoral care available for individuals seeking personal support. ### Worcester - **Our Lady of the Angels Church** - **Phone:** 508-752-1513 - **Website:** [www.angelsworcester.org](https://www.angelsworcester.org/) - **Address:** 1220 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01603 - **Description:** Provides sacramental services, including confession and counseling with priests. ### Springfield - **St. Michael’s Cathedral** - **Phone:** 413-736-1478 - **Website:** [www.stmichaelcathedral.org](https://www.stmichaelcathedral.org/) - **Description:** Offers regular Masses, confession, and spiritual direction in the heart of Springfield. ## Online and Remote Spiritual Support Options - **Virtual Priest Consultation:** - **Website:** [www.catholicpriestonline.com](https://www.catholicpriestonline.com/) - **Description:** Schedule a virtual meeting with a priest for confession, spiritual support, or advice. - **Online Clergy Network:** - **Website:** [www.onlinepriestchat.org](https://www.onlinepriestchat.org/) - **Description:** Chat or video call with a priest or minister for immediate support or spiritual guidance. ## Educational and Outreach Programs - **Archdiocese of Boston - Faith Formation Workshops:** - **Website:** [www.bostoncatholic.org/formation](https://www.bostoncatholic.org/formation) - **Description:** Offers programs for deepening faith and spiritual practices across the Archdiocese. - **Massachusetts Catholic Conference - Community Outreach Initiatives:** - **Website:** [www.macatholic.org/outreach](https://www.macatholic.org/outreach) - **Description:** Provides opportunities for Massachusetts residents to engage with their faith community through events and services. --- _Updated as of December 2024. For updates or corrections, please contact the Archdiocese of Boston or your local parish._