The Interim Commission for Consecrated Life in the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis has designed this prayer for use by parishes at weekend liturgies. The prayer can be downloaded in various versions. Continue reading
Tag Archives: race
Ways to Support the Minneapolis Community
Seeking ways to help communities affected by the recent unrest? Find opportunities and resources here. Continue reading
Healing a Wounded People
By Archbishop Bernard Hebda, featured in The Catholic Spirit The whir of helicopters provided an evocative background to our recited Litany of Saints at last week’s priesthood ordination in the Cathedral of St. Paul, reminding me of the strong wind … Continue reading
Novena for National Unity and an End to Racism Begins June 7
In light of current social strife (in addition to ongoing pandemic suffering), the Knights of Columbus have composed a 9-day Novena of prayer beginning this Sunday, June 7 and ending Monday, June 15. Continue reading
U.S. Bishops Receive Call of Encouragement and Assurances of Prayer from Pope Francis in the Wake of Social Unrest in the United States
Archbishop José H. Gomez of Los Angeles and president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops received a call from Pope Francis today, where the Holy Father expressed his prayers and closeness to the Church and the people of the United States in this moment of unrest. Continue reading
The Christian Response: Conversation on the Tragic Death of George Floyd
Join us live as we have a discussion with Ryan Hamilton, a parishioner at Our Lady of Lourdes in Minneapolis, and talk about the recent tragedy of the death of George Floyd, the difficulties facing our community, and what we can do about it. Continue reading
Statement of U.S. Bishops’ President on George Floyd and the Protests in American Cities
Archbishop José H. Gomez of Los Angeles and president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) has issued a statement on George Floyd and the protests in American cities that have taken place over the last several days. This follows the Friday statement from seven U.S. bishop chairmen of committees within the USCCB. Continue reading
Pray with Archbishop Hebda and Bishop Cozzens
Archbishop Bernard Hebda and Bishop Andrew Cozzens will be praying via Facebook Live at 8.p.m. Please pray with us this evening and share photos using #stpfaithleadersforjustice. Continue reading
Statement of U.S. Bishop Chairmen in Wake of Death of George Floyd and National Protests
Seven U.S. bishop chairmen of committees within the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops have issued a statement in the wake of the death of Mr. George Floyd and the protests which have broken out in Minneapolis and in other cities in the United States. Continue reading
Archbishop Hebda: How We Respond as Catholics
On May 29, Archbishop Hebda discussed in an interview on Relevant Radio how we respond as Catholics to the current unrest. Listen here. Plus: pray with Archbishop Hebda and other faith leaders the evening of May 29 from 8-9 p.m. and share photos via Facebook and Twitter using #stpfaithleadersforjustice. Continue reading
Prayers for Justice and Peace
Please join in praying for justice and peace in our community. Text archspm-peace to 55321. Continue reading
Statement Regarding the Death of George Floyd in Minneapolis
From Archbishop Bernard A. Hebda: The video of George Floyd in police custody Monday evening is gut wrenching and deeply disturbing. The sadness and pain are intense. Let us pray for comfort for his grieving family and friends, peace for a hurting community and prudence while the process moves forward. Continue reading