Letters to the Editor

Letter from Bishop Patrick J. McGrath – Department for Evangelization April 3, 2017
March 31, 2017 Dear Friends, The mission of the Church is to proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ to all peoples, inviting them into a relationship with the Lord. Every disciple is baptized into this mission of Evangelization, which we have been exploring here so that we can better engage in our common mission. […]
Diocesan Pastoral Response for Immigrants facing Expedited Removal March 28, 2017
Dear Brother Priests, Deacons and Ministerial Colleagues, Attached is the Diocesan Pastoral Response for our immigrant brothers and sisters who may be facing “expedited removal.” Many of you have called asking about what should and can we do to help people facing imminent deportation. This document will help you, your staff and parish leadership discern how […]
Disposing of Old Holy Oils March 24, 2017
Ideally, the Holy Oils given to each parish by the Bishop at the Chrism Mass are completely consumed through their normal use in anointings during the year. The new oil received at the current year’s Chrism Mass replaces the oil from the previous year. When there is Holy Oil left over from the previous year, […]