Read a statement by Bishop Burbidge and Bishop Knestout on General Assembly Passage of Extreme Abortion Amendment: arlingtondiocese.org/2026/01/16/sta…

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. dreamed of an America freed from racism and inequality. His dream will be realized when we live as Christ taught us, for as Dr. King said: “Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.”

Never allow frustrations with your weaknesses allow you to give up. Saint Francis de Sales says: “Have patience with all things, but chiefly have patience with yourself. Do not lose courage in considering your imperfections, but instantly set about remedying them – every day.”

I encourage you to join my World Prayer Network, which unites diverse cultures, languages, and charisms in the common mission. I especially invite young people to take part, so that they may form the next generation of intercessors for the needs of the whole world.

I did not expect to hear this beautiful meditation. Pray for this guy’s soul.

The #GospelOfTheDay (Mt 5:17-37) offers us this valuable teaching: minimal righteousness is not enough. We must have great love, which is possible with the power of God.

Begin Lent convinced of the Lord’s great love for you and his desire that you return to him with all your heart. He is love and compassion and rich in mercy. Rely on these gifts so you may keep the Lenten promises you make today. With God’s grace, make this your best Lent ever!

As we begin the 2nd Week of Lent, examine your progress and the extent to which you are being faithful to the Lord, who says: “Be merciful...Stop judging...Stop condemning.” With God’s grace, may you focus not on the faults of others but, rather, on what must change in your life.

Every path towards conversion begins when we allow the Word of God to touch our hearts and welcome it with a docile spirit. The Lenten journey is a welcome opportunity to heed the voice of the Lord and renew our commitment to follow Christ. #Lent

It is said that “a constant fidelity to small things is a great and heroic virtue.” Examine your faithfulness to the basics of your spiritual life and to your daily obligations. Only by fidelity to them will you grow in virtue and holiness and be able to do the extraordinary.

When stressed and overwhelmed, we often turn to wrong things and places for help and relief. Usually, that makes things worse. Our situation changes for the better when we live as the psalmist says: “O Lord, my God, in you I take refuge.” He is our unfailing strength and peace!

We need to pray and find time for moments of silence and reflection, in order to quiet the frenzy of doing and saying, of messages, reels and chats, and to delve deeper into and savor the beauty of truly and genuinely being together with God and one another. #ApostolicJourney

As Jesus walks the Way of the Cross, we place ourselves behind him, following in his footsteps. As we walk with him, we contemplate his passion for the sake of humanity, his broken heart, and his life as a gift of love. vatican.va/content/leo-xi…

Christ is risen from the dead, and with him, we too rise to new life! This Easter proclamation embraces the mystery of our lives and the destiny of history, reaching us even in the depths of death. #Easter

I urge everyone to accompany this moment of delicate diplomacy with prayer, in hopes that a willingness to dialogue may become the means to resolve other conflict situations in the world as well. #PrayTogether #Peace

Maronite Catholics in Lebanon are praying the Rosary in the streets, defying brutal Israeli strikes and religious persecution. Let us unite with them in prayer for peace.

Bishop Michael F. Burbidge issued the following statement in response to President Trump's Truth Social posts made last night: "Along with Archbishop Coakley, President of the USCCB, and my brother bishops, I was disheartened by recent comments from President Trump concerning

If the two disciples of Emmaus recognize Jesus when He breaks the bread for them, we too should recognize Him in this way. Not just in the Eucharist, but wherever there is a life that becomes broken bread, wherever someone makes a compassionate gift of themselves, like He did.

The Catholic Church has consistently taught that each human life, from the moment of conception until natural death, is sacred and deserves to be protected. Indeed, the right to life is the very foundation of every other human right. For this reason, only when a society

Others may make it difficult for you to speak and to live your faith. Some may even try to intimidate you. But, don’t be afraid. Jesus is the Good Shepherd who protects and defends his flock. With him by our side, there is no room for fear. Stay confident and courageous!