Diocese

Pope Francis has called for a Year of St. Joseph beginning Dec. 8, 2020, “in which all faithful, after his example, may daily reinforce their own life of faith in complete fulfillment of God’s will.” Through the Apostolic Penitentiary the Holy Father has extended a series of plenary indulgences centered around devotion to St. Joseph. Click for more information and practical ways to celebrate the Year of St. Joseph.

Friday, August 6, is the Feast of the Transfiguration of the Lord. We will have Mass at 7am and a sung Mass at 12pm noon. Following the noon Mass, we will have First Friday Adoration until 5:30pm, and again through the night from 9pm to 7am Saturday.

You are Invited to a Baby Shower at Ladies of Charity, 2821 Rossville Blvd to benefit the Ladies of Charity Layette Program on Fri., Aug. 6 at 12 noon to celebrate the many babies and mothers who will receive baby essentials. Requested Gifts: onesies & pajamas (newborn to 9 months); diapers (newborn & size 1); bottles; and wipes. Monetary donations are also welcome! If you cannot attend but would like to help, please drop off your gifts at the store anytime.

14-year-old Lorelei Truett was diagnosed with leukemia on April 27, 2021. She needs regular blood transfusions during her leukemia treatment and relies on donations from the community. Lorelei invites you to consider supporting her and others by giving your blood to sustain the many members of our community who need it to stay alive. The Basilica is hosting a blood drive event to include a breakfast fundraiser and an early morning workout. Click for more information about Lorelei, the event details, and to sign up at bloodassurance.org/Lorelei.

Our Trail Life troop for boys and American Heritage Girls troops are starting back up in September and are hosting a joint open house on Monday, August 16, from 7-8pm in Varallo Parish Hall. Please join us to find out more! Click here for details.