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The Church cannot declare war on Latin Mass devotees, Cardinal Robert Sarah says

The cardinal praised Pope Benedict’s 2007 decision to allow the faithful greater access to the Latin Mass but called Pope Francis’ 2021 decision to restrict it neither “sensible” nor “respectful.”

Bishops from Mexico, U.S., Canada see urgent need to speak ‘with one voice’

The bishops discussed the pastoral challenges facing the Church in North America as a whole and concelebrated a Mass on Aug. 30 in the Cuernavaca, Mexico, cathedral.

Bishop Caggiano urges local parish support as immigrant families fear enforcement

Tessa Gervasini

“I am asking every parish of the diocese to include a prayer for immigrant families and for all those affected by these events at every Mass in the days ahead,” Bishop Frank Caggiano said.

Religious freedom under growing threat worldwide, experts warn at Catholic gathering in Italy

Simone Baroncia

Speakers at the Rimini Meeting highlighted persecution of Christians, violence in Nigeria and Lebanon, and the importance of defending freedom of belief for people of all faiths.

In fight against antisemitism, Israel steps up U.S. Catholic outreach

Ken Oliver-Méndez

The Coalition of Catholics Against Antisemitism has been tapped by the Government of Israel as part of its latest outreach to American Catholics.

Ordination to the Permanent Diaconate – June 6, 2026

The prophet Jeremiah said the words of the Lord came to him, “Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born, I dedicated you” (Jeremiah 1:5). One of the great mysteries of life is God’s calling you to know, love and serve Him. My brothers, you have heard God’s call … Continue reading "Ordination to the Permanent Diaconate – June 6, 2026"

Ordination to the Priesthood – May 23, 2026

Katherine Laguna

One of the great mysteries of life is God’s call; to know or even to understand God and His calling. Dan and Sinclair, you heard God call, today you are responding to God call. Pope Leo XIV said, “We are called to a greater good and that everything we are doing here is somehow orientated … Continue reading "Ordination to the Priesthood – May 23, 2026"

2026 Chrism Mass

March 30, 2026 Pope Leo XIV wrote the Apostolic Letter, “A Fidelity that Generates the Future,” to priests just before Christmas last year. Each chapter begin with the word Fidelity. “Fidelity and service” “Fidelity and fraternity” “Fidelity and synodality” “Fidelity and mission” “Fidelity and the Future”. Pope Leo asks priests to reflect upon their priestly … Continue reading "2026 Chrism Mass"

2025 Mass for Suicide Prevention and Remembrance

The news of the last few months has been difficult; the loss of innocent lives, the assassination this week of Charlie Kirk leaving his wife and two young children. The flood disasters in Texas young schoolgirls lost their lives. Fires disasters with the loss of life and homes. School violence the death of students in … Continue reading "2025 Mass for Suicide Prevention and Remembrance"

Ordination to the Priesthood 2025

Ordination to the PriesthoodMay 24, 2025St. James CathedralHomily of Bishop John Noonan Welcome to St James Cathedral on this joy-filled day for by the work of God’s hand, two of our brothers will be ordained to the priesthood. I welcome Deacon John Troilo and Deacon William Burns. Deacon John, I welcome your parents, sister, and … Continue reading "Ordination to the Priesthood 2025"

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