World Mission Sunday

On October 23, World Mission Sunday, we join Catholics worldwide in this annual Eucharistic celebration for the Missions of the Church.  Pope Francis reflects on this year’s theme: “You shall be My witnesses” (Acts 1:8). He emphasizes the call to every Christian to bear witness to Christ, to participate in a mission of universal evangelization, and to seek strength and guidance from the Holy Spirit. 

Pastoral Letter

Carta Pastoral

Call to Action - September 22, 2022

"The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Committee on Religious Liberty is asking faithful Catholics to express their opposition to new health care regulations proposed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). If enacted, these regulations would enable religious discrimination against any health care worker who conscientiously objects ..."

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Call for Peace and Vigilance at Mass by the Diocese of Fort Worth - May 6, 2022

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Pastoral Letter Regarding Changes to Current COVID-19 Protocols for the Celebration of Mass

Pastoral Letter - March 4, 2022

Carta Pastoral - 4 de marzo de 2022

Bishop Michael F. Olson Issues Memorandum to Priests and Parishes Requesting Prayers for Ukraine

Complete Memorandum - February 24, 2022

Bishop Olson Pastoral Letter Regarding COVID-19 Omicron, Flu Season, and Continued Safety Protocols

Pastoral Letter - January 13, 2022

Carta Pastoral - 13 de enero de 2022

Referenced in the January 13 letter:

Celebration of Mass & Other Liturgical Celebrations 
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Parish Gatherings Outside of Mass
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