Statement Regarding Guilty Verdict in Derek Chauvin Trial
From Archbishop Bernard A. Hebda: The verdict in the trial of Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer now convicted on all counts as a result of his role in the death of George Floyd last spring, is a sobering moment for our community.
Mass for the Preservation of Peace and Justice
From Archbishop Bernard A. Hebda: As the Chauvin trial in Minneapolis comes to its conclusion, and as our communities experience the ongoing tension surrounding the death of Daunte Wright in Brooklyn Center, I am asking all priests of the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis to join me Monday, April 19, in offering Mass for the Preservation of Peace and Justice (no. 30 in the Roman Missal).
Appointments – April 15, 2021
Archbishop Bernard Hebda has announced the following appointments in the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis.
Statement Regarding the Resignation of Bishop Michael Hoeppner
From the Diocese of Crookston: It has been announced today that, after an extensive investigation, the Holy Father, Pope Francis, asked for, and has now accepted the resignation of Bishop Michael Hoeppner from the pastoral governance of the Diocese of Crookston.
Statement Regarding the Death of Daunte Wright
From Archbishop Bernard A. Hebda: I offer my condolences to the family and friends of Daunte Wright for the loss of their son, father, brother and friend. I have also been praying for his eternal repose, for his family and for all those who loved him.
Statement Regarding Bishop-elect Daniel Felton
From Archbishop Bernard A. Hebda: It is with great Easter joy and gratitude to Pope Francis that I congratulate Bishop-elect Daniel Felton on his appointment as the next bishop of the Diocese of Duluth. I very much look forward to collaborating with him as he joins the bishops of our State in providing pastoral leadership.
Appointments – March 25, 2021
Archbishop Bernard Hebda has announced the following appointments in the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis.
Statement of U.S. Bishops’ Chairman for Asian and Pacific Island Affairs on Discrimination Against the Asian Community
Following deadly shootings at three businesses in the greater Atlanta area this past week and the dialogue that has been ignited about other reported incidents of aggression against people of Asian descent, Bishop Oscar A. Solis of Salt Lake City, and chairman of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ (USCCB) Subcommittee on Asian and Pacific Island Affairs decried the culture of death, hatred and violence that underlies these incidents and called for solidarity with the vulnerable.
Solemnity of Saint Joseph
March 19, 2021, the Solemnity of Saint Joseph, falls on a Friday during Lent. Since it is a liturgical Solemnity, and this is the Year of Saint Joseph, the faithful are not obligated to observe Lenten mortifications that day, nor obligated to abstain from eating meat. Saint Joseph, pray for us.
Appointments – March 11, 2021
Archbishop Bernard Hebda has announced the following appointments in the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis.
USCCB Chairmen Welcome Designation of Temporary Protected Status for Venezuela
“We commend this just and humane decision by the Administration, which will provide much needed relief to those Venezuelans already present in the United States. The situation in Venezuela has been steadily deteriorating over the past decade, resulting in civil unrest, severe food insecurity, and loss of life.”
U.S. Bishop Chairmen Join Statement on Abortion Funding in American Rescue Plan
For 45 years, the United States Congress – whether controlled by Democrats or Republicans – has maintained that taxpayers should not be forced against their conscience to pay for abortions. Abandoning this compromise in a time of national emergency only serves to divide people in the very moment we should be united. Please, let us instead focus on delivering the COVID relief so desperately needed.
U.S. Bishop Chairmen for Doctrine and for Pro-Life Address the Use of the Johnson & Johnson Covid-19 Vaccine
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Source: United States Conference of Catholic Bishops En Español On March 2, Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades of Fort Wayne-South Bend, chairman of the U.S. Conference of
U.S. Bishop Chairmen Say Equality Act Would Discriminate Against People of Faith and Threaten Unborn Life
The bishops warned of the threats posed by the proposed legislation to both people of faith and of no faith, with respect to mandates impacting charities and their beneficiaries in need, health care and other conscience rights, taxpayer funding of abortion, freedom of speech, women’s sports and sex-specific facilities, and more.
Cathedral Rector to Auction off Baseball Card Collection for Catholic Education
The Very Reverend John Ubel, rector of the Cathedral of Saint Paul, announced he will auction off his childhood baseball card collection and donate the proceeds to the Aim Higher Foundation, which funds need-based scholarships for Catholic students in grades K-8 in the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis.
Global Solidarity Sunday Weekend is March 13-14
Global Solidarity Sunday is celebrated the fourth weekend of Lent, March 13-14, with the theme “For God so loved the world…” (Jn. 3:16). This is an opportunity to reach out in solidarity to those who still hunger and thirst for God’s love, mercy and healing, which is so important this year.
U.S. Bishops’ President Urges Prayer and Support for All During Extreme Winter Weather and Storms
Archbishop José H. Gomez of Los Angeles and president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) urges prayer and support for all those who have died and been injured in the recent winter storms, and encourages hope and generous support at the beginning of the Lenten season.
Statement Regarding Violence in Buffalo
From Archbishop Bernard Hebda: As investigators continue gathering evidence, please join me in praying for comfort and healing for all those touched by today’s violent attack at the Allina hospital in Buffalo.
Message from Archbishop Hebda: Making straight the path for the Lord
As we begin our new year, I thought it would be appropriate to not only thank you for your inspiring support of the archdiocesan Church during the challenging circumstances of the past year, but also to update you on the work that lies ahead.
USCCB President’s Statement on the Inauguration of Joseph R. Biden, Jr., as 46th President of the United States of America
I am praying that God grant him wisdom and courage to lead this great nation and that God help him to meet the tests of these times, to heal the wounds caused by this pandemic, to ease our intense political and cultural divisions, and to bring people together with renewed dedication to America’s founding purposes, to be one nation under God committed to liberty and equality for all.
Statement for Observance of Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
For much of the past year, America has been reckoning with the legacy of slavery and the persistence of racial injustice in our country. Sadly, it is still true that the “color of our skin” often matters more in our society than the “content of our character,” as Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr., said a half-century ago.
Appointments – January 14, 2021
Archbishop Bernard Hebda has announced the following appointments in the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis.
U.S. Bishops’ President Condemns Violent Protests and Prays for Safety as Chaos Threatens U.S. Capitol
Archbishop José H. Gomez of Los Angeles, president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB), issued the following statement in response to today’s violence in the United States Capitol.
The Temperament God Gave You Cana Groups – Registration Open
When you enter into “Created to Believe: Called to Motherhood” as part of The Cana Experience, you will more deeply know who you are in the light of your Catholic faith and be equipped with practical tools that can be applied right away in your marriage and with your children.
