The Sacred Triduum and Easter Day Mass will be live-streamed from St. Mary’s Church at All Saints Parish the following dates and times: Thursday of the Lord’s Supper (Holy Thursday): 6:00pm on Thursday, April 9 … Read More
Why do Catholics make the sign of the cross?
Question: Why do Catholics make the sign of the cross? Answer: The sign of the cross is a devotional practice that dates back to the first Apostles. When making the sign of the cross, we … Read More
Ordinary Moments – Apr 5
The 6 Characteristics of an Everyday Stewardship for Lent – Accountable Easter is only a week away, and churches everywhere in the West are beginning the holiest of weeks. For a moment, even the secular … Read More
Inspiration – Apr 5
Listen carefully to the passion of Christ as it unlocks the door that brings us to the true meaning of human life. Holding what seems like opposite polarities of human existence, it weaves us through … Read More
Abstinence from Meat | Bishop Matano
Fasting from meat, called abstinence, is required of Catholics on Fridays during Lent. However, even outside of Lent, Catholics are required to offer some sort of penance. When the requirement to abstain from meat was … Read More
What are Indulgences?
What are Indulgences? The Holy Father, Pope Francis, is granting special indulgences to the faithful during this difficult time. An indulgence is one of the great gifts of Christ’s Church. In order to understand what an … Read More
What is the difference between a basilica and a cathedral?
Question: What is the difference between a basilica and a cathedral? Answer: Basilicas are churches that are so titled because of their antiquity, dignity, historical importance, or significance as centers of worship. A cathedral is the principal … Read More
Ordinary Moments – Mar 29
The 6 Characteristics of an Everyday Stewardship for Lent – Committed I remember Jim Valvano, Jimmy V to many, saying the iconic words, “Don’t give up; you can never give up.” The former coach of … Read More
Inspiration – Mar 29
We face death every day. Whether it comes with the actual death of someone we love (or someone we don’t even know), a failed relationship, the loss of a job, a broken dream, or pondering … Read More
Mar 18 | Open Church, Penance and TV Mass, Father Jones
Due to growing concerns, ongoing medical advice, as well as continuing local and state government restrictions in social settings to limit the rapid spread of the Coronavirus, COVID-19, all public Masses in the Diocese of … Read More