'Lent 2017 is a time for us to pray for dramatic missionary growth in the Diocese of Rockville Centre.'
February, 2017
What about You? — St. Peter+
St. Peter teaches us that we all have human weakness, but we should never give up.
Joy in tribulation is mark of a true Christian, pope says+
While he assures his disciples that those who have given up everything for the sake of the Gospel will be rewarded a hundredfold, Jesus also says those who follow him will endure persecution.
A Lent to remember+
Visiting the 'station churches' in Rome added new perspective on Lent.
Corned beef conundrum: Some dioceses give St. Patrick’s Day dispensation+
Locally, Bishop Barres has given a dispensation from the obligation of abstaining from meat on Saint Patrick's Day, with another day of abstaining or another form of penance substituted.
Hicksville parishioners make merry at Mardi Gras+
See photos from St. Ignatius Loyola parish's feast before the fast.
What About You? — St. Katherine Drexel+
Watch the second video in Bishop Barres blog series What About You?
Ash Wednesday: Ancient tradition still thrives in modern times+
Ash Wednesday can be a little bit like New Year's Day -- a place to clearly begin something new that we know we need to do.
Christ’s Vision for Living the Christian Life Today+
Is it necessary to put people down and make disparaging personal remarks about others because they disagree?
Bishop Barres takes in Friars – Flyers varsity showdown+
Check out our slideshow of highlights.
