BLESSING AND CONSECRATION OF HOLY OILS The Chrism Mass gathers the diocesan family to celebrate the unity of all persons who have been anointed with Holy Chrism at Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Orders. Bishop McManus blesses the Oil of the Sick and of the Oil of Catechumens and consecrates the Holy Chrism which will be used in sacramental rites throughout the coming year.1 RENEWAL OF PRIESTLY PROMISES Also during the Chrism Mass, the priests of the Diocese Renew their Priestly Promises. Those priests who are celebrating their 25th, 30th, 35th, 40th, 50th, 60th, 65th and 70th anniversaries of priestly ordination and service to the Church in Worcester are also recognized. CONCELEBRATING PRIESTS AND PARTICIPATING DEACONS All priests are expected to participate. Unless otherwise designated, all priests who intend to concelebrate are asked to bring their own alb and Diocesan Chasuble and stole. All deacons who intend to participate are asked to bring their own alb and Dalmatic and stole. Vesting for Mass will be in the Cenacle located on the lower level of the cathedral.