Organizers of the World Youth Day 2027 name five patron saints whose lives reflect persecution, migration, and social struggle, presenting them as guides for young people preparing for the global gathering.

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Fourth Sunday of Easter The Gospel of John, Chapter 10, explores the unique relationship Jesus claims to have with His followers.  He is the shepherd who knows His sheep by name, and the sheep recognize His voice.  In a world...

Pope Leo XIV recalls the 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster, and calls for discernment and responsibility so that all use of nuclear energy may serve life and peace.

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As he prays the Regina Caeli, Pope Leo XIV invites the faithful to trust the Lord, and warns against letting ourselves be deceived by 'thieves' who seek to destroy our joy by leading us astray.

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Sunday, April 26, 2026 | Fourth Sunday of Easter |  John 10:1–10 Friends, in today’s Gospel, Jesus identifies himself as the sheepgate and says, “Whoever enters through me will be saved.” Well, does this mean that only...

Who was St. Mark?   Mark was a disciple of Simon Peter and wrote the Gospel based on Peter's preaching from Rome. He was a Jewish Christian and a cousin of Barnabas (Col. 4:10). Mark went on to establish the church in...

You see it during the Easter Season and at every Baptism and Funeral but do you know what the Paschal Candle is and what it represents? This Sunday is Good Shepherd Sunday! Named because of the Gospel reading, Good Shepherd...

Third Sunday of Easter If your heart is stirring today, don't try to dull the sensation with worldly comforts.  Recognize it as the Lord calling you.  Let that fire lead you to the Table and then out into the world to joyfully...

Sunday, April 19, 2026 | Third Sunday of Easter |  Luke 24:13–35 Friends, in today’s Gospel, Jesus joins two disciples on the road to Emmaus, but they do not recognize him. In the course of their conversation, he opens the...

The final Chimera have been installed on the top of the Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption! This is the culmination of years of work and many answered prayers. Thank you to all who have supported this process along the...