St. Joseph Cathedral filled with priests and catechumens and elect and deacons and religious sisters and others who wanted to witness and participate in the blessing of the sacred oils that will be used for healing, baptism and consecration. The annual Chrism Mass on April 15, brought a sense of unity and renewal for the […]
Service and community came together as the young people of Family #7 held a five-day Faith Formation program. Through guest speakers and presentations, the youth learned of the needs of their neighbors, and built a camaraderie with each other. Catholic Diocese of Buffalo Sound Hub · July 2, 2024 – Nearly 60 students gather for […]
He calls himself a “revert” to the faith, someone who leaves then returns to the Catholic Church. His wife is a convert. Together they get fired up for the faith. “In 2019, prior to her being brought into the Church, I had this idea (to become a permanent deacon) and I thought I’d just share […]
Outside St. Joseph Cathedral, the Allentown Arts Festival was getting underway. Inside the cathedral, three men began their diaconal ministry. Bishop Michael W. Fisher called it a glorious day, as he ordained Michael Hahn, Michael Katilus and Anthony Vilardo as permanent deacons. Within the Catholic Church, deacons serve as ministers of the Word, proclaiming the […]
