Stations of the Cross

The Stations of the Cross, a Franciscan devotion, began as the practice of pious pilgrims to Jerusalem who would retrace the final journey of Jesus Christ to Calvary. Later, for the many who wanted to pass along the same route, but could not make…

Holy Week and Easter Schedule

Saturday, April 1, 2023 Lenten Reconciliation Service with Bishop John Dolan Time:  3:00 PM Location:  St. Mary’s Basilica Vigil of Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion Time:  5:00 PM Location:  St. Mary’s Basilica Sunday, April 2, 2023 Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion Time: …

Fr. Michael’s Reflection – 8/28/22 (Twenty Second Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year C)

“Guests of Honor” I have never liked head tables! It is so often uncomfortable for brides and grooms in the more elegant wedding receptions. Guests of honor sometimes find it hard to relax at the front table with everyone looking at them. Priests often…