My Sisters and Brothers in Christ,
Today on the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity, we also praise God for the gift of fathers — humankind, born of God to serve God. These holy men guide us to faith in …
The Rite of Handing On of the Creed and Second Scrutiny
ORLANDO | The Rites of Handing on of the Creed and the Lord’s Prayer are two minor rites belonging to the Period of Purification and Enlightenment. They are both celebrated after the Scrutinies, “where the Church lovingly entrusts to them …
What is the Rite of Sending?
ORLANDO | For those journeying to Catholicism, the road is dotted with significant landmark moments we call rites. They mark notable transitions in the path. The first one inquirers experience in the Order of Catholic Initiation of Adults (OCIA – …
Church booms in Central Florida
ORLANDO | The diocese made history March 9, 2025, as more than 800 people were chosen as “Elect”.
The Basilica of the National Shrine of Mary, Queen of the Universe could not hold all the families and sponsors at once …
Bishop Letter: Are we with God?
My Sisters and Brothers in Christ:
In this beautiful Scripture citation from the Book of Joshua, Joshua leads a conversation with the people and asks them if they wish to serve God, or some other god or person. He tells …
Parish sees to the needs of visually impaired child
WINTER PARK | Haylee is a smart, happy 8-year-old girl who loves God and her family. Her mother said she likes to try new things, travel to new places and meet life head on. Her gentle nature has fellow students …
Bishop’s Letter: The power of the Sacraments
My Sister and Brothers in Christ:
We continue to hear how to be formed and live through the proclamation of Scripture this holy season of Easter. We learn how the disparate and scattered people gather in the Name of Jesus …
Population growth = growth in God’s kingdom
ORLANDO | Booming construction in Marion and Sumter counties is breathing new life into the Catholic Church in the northwest corner of the diocese.
An influx of young families on the outskirts of The Villages is invigorating faithful communities formerly …
Walking in faith
ORLANDO | Her family was running late for services on Easter Sunday. Arriving at the chapel on Lackland Air Force base in San Antonio, Texas, Madison Lincoln saw the word “Mass.”
“What’s Mass?” the 13-year-old asked herself. She walked in …
New ‘pre-seminary’ for priests develops stronger shepherds
ORLANDO | Calling all young men who feel called by Christ. There’s a new plan to prepare you for priesthood and it starts with “pre-seminary” — one year, no degree-seeking, just you, God and other disciples working together to discern …