Sunday, April 20, 2025 | The Resurrection of the Lord |  John 20:1-9 Friends, our Easter Gospel contains St. John’s magnificent account of the Resurrection. It was, says John, early in the morning on the first day of the week...

As we near the end of this Lenten season we begin the fourth and final step of the Walk with One journey. To learn more about inviting someone on a path most suitable for them, go to covdio.org/messenger Father Michael Hennigen...

Father Gregory Bach, assistant to the Bishop and vice-chancellor, reflects on what it means follow Jesus. To read more go to covdio.org/messenger . Celebrating Palm Sunday of the Lord's Passion Make sure to participate in the...

Sunday, April 13, 2025  Palm Sunday of the Passion of our Lord  |  Luke 22:14—23:56 (or 23:1-49) Friends, how dark are the readings for Palm Sunday! We read through Luke’s Passion narrative, leaving out the good news of...

As we enter into the sacred and profound week of Holy Week, we reflect on the significant events that marked the final days of Jesus Christ—His triumphant entry on Palm Sunday, the solemnity of the Last Supper on Holy Thursday...

Hello brothers and sisters in Christ,  We look forward to observing and celebrating Holy Week together in the coming days. Please see the schedule for Holy Week below, and know that we are praying for you! Palm Sunday - Saturday...

Connect Three The last step to connect in Eucharistic friendship is to plan a weekly phone call! The hustle and bustle of life make it difficult to find times to connect, this is a great way to prioritize connection! To learn...

With the beginning of Holy Week only a few days away, take a moment and learn a little bit about the Paschal Mystery. The passion, death, resurrection, and ascension of Jesus. Some saints are more well known than others, so is...

An update on St. Francis Xavier, Falmouth, after the evacuation of the Blessed Sacrament. "With the evacuation order for residents of Falmouth lifted, Father Hennessey has returned to St. Francis Xavier Parish and celebrated a...

Connect two The second step of connecting in Eucharistic friendship is to share lunch with the person you are journeying with! This is an easy and practical way to grow in friendship both personally and spiritually! To learn more...