Diocese of Grand Rapids

Can't join us in Indianapolis but would like to participate? There are three ways to watch/listen at home!

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Please see the websites for more information.

Bishop Walkowiak joined the parish community of Saint John Paul II Catholic Church for the celebration of Fr. Lam’s 20th presbyteral ordination, the blessing of the new rectory, and the parish picnic. It was a wonderful day celebrating the many exciting things happening at this parish!

English Mass will begin at 10 am y Misa de español al mediodía.

Decimoquinto Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario
Catedral de San Andrés, Grand Rapids
Celebrante: Padre Bill Edens, CSP
Ayuda de adoración: https://rebrand.ly/WA07142024Sp

Mass - July 7, 2024 / La Santa Misa - 7 de julio del 2024 Mass - July 14, 2024 / La Santa Misa - 14 de julio del 2024English Mass will begin at 10 am y Misa de español al mediodía.Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary TimeCa...

English Mass will begin at 10 am y Misa de español al mediodía.

Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Cathedral of Saint Andrew, Grand Rapids
Very Rev. Dat Tran, CSP, presiding
Worship aid: https://rebrand.ly/WA07142024

If you are a member of a parish in the Diocese of Grand Rapids, please consider giving to your parish's weekly offertory online or by placing a check in the mail to your parish office.

Mass - July 7, 2024 / La Santa Misa - 7 de julio del 2024 Mass - July 14, 2024 / La Santa Misa - 14 de julio del 2024English Mass will begin at 10 am y Misa de español al mediodía.Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary TimeCa...

Bishop Walkowiak’s statement on the assassination attempt of former President Trump:

Bishop Walkowiak's statement on assassination attempt of former President Trump - Diocese of Grand Rapids The Diocese of Grand Rapids’ Office of Communications issues the following statement from Most Reverend David J. Walkowiak, bishop of Grand Rapids,...

Episode 5 of Fueling Up with Father is now live! Driving around the west side of Grand Rapids quickly turned into a walk around the zoo after discovering Fr. Eugene had never visited John Ball Zoo before. Come and laugh along this adventure with us!

Oh, and let us know what to name the stuffed animals in the comments below!

Fueling Up with Father: Episode 5 featuring Fr. Eugene Batungbacal This episode gets a bit wild! Join Fr. Eugene and Annie as they drive around the west side of Grand Rapids and go for a walk around the zoo. Be prepared for ...

Here is Bishop Walkowiak's schedule for the National Eucharistic Congress! Feel free to stop and talk with Bishop Walkowiak when you see him throughout the conference as he is looking forward to seeing many of you there!

*Please note that we will be taking a diocesan photo following the 8:30 a.m. Youth Mass on Friday. *

Bishop Walkowiak has appointed Fr. Rob Mulderink as Associate Director of Priestly Vocations in addition to his assignment as pastor of Saint Luke University Parish. This assignment will be effective on July 15, 2024. Please pray for Fr. Rob as he steps into this new role!

https://grdiocese.org/bishop-walkowiak-announces-new-pastoral-appointment-father-mulderink/

Today the Saint Benedict Institute celebrates their feast day! Join us in sending well wishes to this community. St. Benedict of Nursia, pray for us!

On Monday, Bishop Walkowiak was able to meet with Fr. Ayub and Cardinal Joseph Coutts, the Archbishop emeritus of Karachi, Pakistan. He is in the United States visiting some of the priests serving here from Pakistan and was able to visit with Fr. Ayub, Bishop Walkowiak, and the faithful of St Jude Parish.

ONE WEEK until the National Eucharistic Congress! We will be coming out with more information within the next week, so be sure to be on the lookout. We are excited to see so many of you there!

"Long before a vocation director’s involvement, parents are called, through the grace of the sacrament of matrimony, to nurture and encourage their children to unravel God's plan for their lives"

Fr. Eugene Batungbacal and his mother, Cecilia, reflect on the important role parents play in their children's discernment process, calling parents "the primary vocation directors" in the newest issue of magazine. To learn more about how you can support your children in their discernment process, visit page 19: https://rebrand.ly/FAITHGRJulyAug2024

Decimocuarto Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario
Catedral de San Andrés, Grand Rapids
Celebrante: Padre Mike Cruickshank, CSP
Ayuda de adoración: https://rebrand.ly/WA07072024Sp

Mass - July 7, 2024 / La Santa Misa - 7 de julio del 2024 English Mass will begin at 10 am y Misa de español al mediodía.Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary TimeCathedral of Saint Andrew, Grand RapidsVery Rev. Dat Tran, C...

English Mass will begin at 10 am y Misa de español al mediodía.

Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Cathedral of Saint Andrew, Grand Rapids
Very Rev. Dat Tran, CSP, presiding
Worship aid: https://rebrand.ly/WA07072024

If you are a member of a parish in the Diocese of Grand Rapids, please consider giving to your parish's weekly offertory online or by placing a check in the mail to your parish office.

Mass - July 7, 2024 / La Santa Misa - 7 de julio del 2024 English Mass will begin at 10 am y Misa de español al mediodía.Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary TimeCathedral of Saint Andrew, Grand RapidsVery Rev. Dat Tran, C...

Fueling Up with Father: Washington D.C. Edition!
Join Fr. Colin and Annie on the campus of the Catholic University of America where he is studying Canon Law. From learning about his life in D.C. to spiritual fatherhood to his love for movies, you won't want to miss this episode!

Fueling Up with Father: Episode 4 featuring Fr. Colin Mulhall Fueling Up with Father: Washington D.C. Edition!Join Fr. Colin and Annie on the campus of the Catholic University of America where he is studying Canon Law. ...

Wishing you all a happy and safe Fourth of July! Today we thank God for the country we live in and the freedoms we have. God bless America!

Please note that diocesan offices will be closed July 4 and 5.

Join us in praying for our nation as we approach the Fourth of July! May God continue to bless and protect our country and all those residing in it.

Happy feast day to the parish communities of Saint Thomas the Apostle Parish and St. Thomas the Apostle Parish in Muskegon! St. Thomas, help our unbelief!

Traveling this week? Make sure you find a Mass time near you!

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Last week, Bishop Walkowiak installed three of our permanent diaconate candidates to the Institution of the Acolyte. Join us in congratulating these men on this next step in their formation!

Decimotercer Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario
Catedral de San Andrés, Grand Rapids
Celebrante: Padre Dat Tran, CSP
Ayuda de adoración: https://rebrand.ly/WA06302024Sp

Mass - June 30, 2024 / La Santa Misa - 30 de junio del 2024 English Mass will begin at 10 am y Misa de español al mediodía.Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary TimeCathedral of Saint Andrew, Grand RapidsRev. Mike Cruickshank...

Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Cathedral of Saint Andrew, Grand Rapids
Rev. Mike Cruickshank, CSP, presiding
Worship aid: https://rebrand.ly/WA06302024

If you are a member of a parish in the Diocese of Grand Rapids, please consider giving to your parish's weekly offertory online or by placing a check in the mail to your parish office.

Mass - June 30, 2024 / La Santa Misa - 30 de junio del 2024 English Mass will begin at 10 am y Misa de español al mediodía.Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary TimeCathedral of Saint Andrew, Grand RapidsRev. Mike Cruickshank...

Today we celebrate the feast of Sts. Peter and Paul! Join us in wishing the parish communities of Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church and Saints Peter & Paul Roman Catholic Church a happy feast day!

St. Peter and St. Paul, pray for us!

On this final day of , pray that governments will respect the consciences of all individuals and institutions that care for the sick and vulnerable.

En este último día de la Semana de la Libertad Religiosa, rece para que los gobiernos respeten la conciencia de todas las personas e instituciones que cuidan de los enfermos y los indefensos.

Resources for reflection and action - Recursos para la reflexión y la acción: https://grdiocese.org/religious-freedom-week/

Drive around with us and get to know our newest priest, Fr. Nick Baker! Buckle up as we dive into his first 3 weeks as a priest, his love for music, his musical hot take, and much more on this episode of Fueling Up with Father.

Fueling Up with Father: Episode 3 featuring Fr. Nick Baker Drive around with us and get to know our newest priest, Fr. Nick Baker! Buckle up as we dive into his first 3 weeks as a priest, his love for music, his musi...

, Day 7 intention: Pray that God would give us the grace to remember the dignity of all and invite others to do the same.

En el séptimo día de la Semana de la Libertad Religiosa: Reza para que Dios nos dé la gracia de recordar la dignidad de todos e invitar a otros a hacer lo mismo.

Resources for reflection and action - Recursos para la reflexión y la acción: https://grdiocese.org/religious-freedom-week/

"Whatever weaknesses of soul or character these two men had displayed in the past, as martyrs they became heroes forever."

Msgr. Ancona reflects on Sts. Peter and Paul in his "Last Word" column in magazine as we approach their feast day on the 29th. He discusses that while these two men were vastly different from one another, their united belief in who Jesus was led them to build Christ's Church on Earth. To read more, visit: https://rebrand.ly/FAITHGRJune2024

, Day 6 intention: Pray that business leaders would be free to promote a culture of life in their workplaces.

En el sexto día de la Semana de la Libertad Religiosa: Reza para que los encargados empresariales se sientan libres de promover una cultura de vida en sus sitios de trabajo.

Resources for reflection and action - Recursos para la reflexión y la acción: https://grdiocese.org/religious-freedom-week/