Chrism Mass Archives

Vermont synod yields proposals on communications, evangelizing, parish life

Apr 21, 2019

Recommendations on evangelization, vibrant parishes and communications emerged from the Diocese of Burlington’s first synod to be held since before the Second Vatican Council took place.

By Cori Fugere Urban

At chrism Masses, bishops stress need for unity among all the baptized

Apr 20, 2019

A number of Catholic bishops referenced the clergy sexual abuse scandal during local chrism Masses in calling for a renewal of the priesthood and greater partnership in serving the Church among ordained priests and the laity, whose priesthood of service is guaranteed by baptism.

By Catholic News Service

Pope urges priests to know the names, faces of their flock

Apr 18, 2019

Speaking to fellow priests Thursday, Pope Francis compared the flocks they lead to the crowds that constantly surrounded Jesus, who was able to recognize individual people, heal their wounds and who was often moved by their faith. This personal closeness, he said, gives a priest a pastor’s heart and keeps his vocation from growing stale.

By Elise Harris

Passion, resurrection collide at Mass following Notre Dame fire

Apr 18, 2019

Archbishop of Paris Michel Aupetit said Wednesday, “We will rebuild the cathedral … we could speak in these Easter times of a certain resurrection.”

By Claire Giangravè

Volunteer crew prepares oils to be blessed at chrism Mass in Indianapolis

Apr 11, 2019

The oils so joyfully and solemnly to be blessed at the chrism Mass in Indianapolis were prepared by volunteers in a rather simple way at the cathedral rectory.

By Sean Gallagher

Chinese bishop who stepped aside unsure he can concelebrate chrism Mass

Apr 6, 2019

A Chinese bishop, asked to step aside by the Vatican last year, said he does not think he can concelebrate the Holy Thursday chrism Mass unless he agrees to China’s policy on the Catholic Church.

By Catholic News Service