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Second Sunday of Advent
On this second Sunday of Advent, we light the candle of peace. As we wait for the coming of Christ, we pray for hearts made gentle, relationships restored, and a world renewed by God’s mercy.
May the Prince of Peace calm our fears and guide our steps toward hope.
On this second Sunday of Advent, we light the candle of peace. As we wait for the coming of Christ, we pray for hearts made gentle, relationships restored, and a world renewed by God’s mercy.
May the Prince of Peace calm our fears and guide our steps toward hope.
December 9, 2025 at 6:59 PM
Second Sunday of Advent
On this second Sunday of Advent, we light the candle of peace. As we wait for the coming of Christ, we pray for hearts made gentle, relationships restored, and a world renewed by God’s mercy.
May the Prince of Peace calm our fears and guide our steps toward hope.
On this second Sunday of Advent, we light the candle of peace. As we wait for the coming of Christ, we pray for hearts made gentle, relationships restored, and a world renewed by God’s mercy.
May the Prince of Peace calm our fears and guide our steps toward hope.
On this feast of St. Juan Diego Cuauhtlatoatzin, we honor the quiet faith and steadfast trust of the man chosen by Our Lady of Guadalupe to share her message of love.
May his example inspire us to listen for God’s voice and serve with humility.
NY Catholic Church
May his example inspire us to listen for God’s voice and serve with humility.
NY Catholic Church
December 9, 2025 at 6:37 PM
On this feast of St. Juan Diego Cuauhtlatoatzin, we honor the quiet faith and steadfast trust of the man chosen by Our Lady of Guadalupe to share her message of love.
May his example inspire us to listen for God’s voice and serve with humility.
NY Catholic Church
May his example inspire us to listen for God’s voice and serve with humility.
NY Catholic Church
Today we celebrate Mary conceived without sin, prepared from the first moment of her life to become the Mother of Jesus. In her perfect openness to God’s grace, we see the beauty of God’s plan & the promise of what His love can accomplish in us. Mary’s “yes” makes possible the birth of our Savior!
December 8, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Today we celebrate Mary conceived without sin, prepared from the first moment of her life to become the Mother of Jesus. In her perfect openness to God’s grace, we see the beauty of God’s plan & the promise of what His love can accomplish in us. Mary’s “yes” makes possible the birth of our Savior!
Day 8 of Advent
Today, Cardinal Dolan reflects on the baptismal font—the place found in every parish where our life in Christ begins. From this sacred water, we are welcomed into God’s family, washed in grace, and given a new identity as sons and daughters of the Lord.
Today, Cardinal Dolan reflects on the baptismal font—the place found in every parish where our life in Christ begins. From this sacred water, we are welcomed into God’s family, washed in grace, and given a new identity as sons and daughters of the Lord.
December 7, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Day 8 of Advent
Today, Cardinal Dolan reflects on the baptismal font—the place found in every parish where our life in Christ begins. From this sacred water, we are welcomed into God’s family, washed in grace, and given a new identity as sons and daughters of the Lord.
Today, Cardinal Dolan reflects on the baptismal font—the place found in every parish where our life in Christ begins. From this sacred water, we are welcomed into God’s family, washed in grace, and given a new identity as sons and daughters of the Lord.
Today, Cardinal Dolan continues our Advent journey through St. Patrick’s Cathedral reflecting on the importance of candles symbols of hope, prayer & God’s presence.
As we light candles this season, we remember that Jesus is the Light of the World, the One who breaks through darkness and guides us.
As we light candles this season, we remember that Jesus is the Light of the World, the One who breaks through darkness and guides us.
December 6, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Today, Cardinal Dolan continues our Advent journey through St. Patrick’s Cathedral reflecting on the importance of candles symbols of hope, prayer & God’s presence.
As we light candles this season, we remember that Jesus is the Light of the World, the One who breaks through darkness and guides us.
As we light candles this season, we remember that Jesus is the Light of the World, the One who breaks through darkness and guides us.
Feast of St. Nicholas
We celebrate St. Nicholas, the 4th-century bishop whose quiet charity and strong defense of the faith continue to inspire.
May his example guide us to live with mercy and conviction this Advent.
We celebrate St. Nicholas, the 4th-century bishop whose quiet charity and strong defense of the faith continue to inspire.
May his example guide us to live with mercy and conviction this Advent.
December 6, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Feast of St. Nicholas
We celebrate St. Nicholas, the 4th-century bishop whose quiet charity and strong defense of the faith continue to inspire.
May his example guide us to live with mercy and conviction this Advent.
We celebrate St. Nicholas, the 4th-century bishop whose quiet charity and strong defense of the faith continue to inspire.
May his example guide us to live with mercy and conviction this Advent.
As we celebrate this joyful season, parishes across the Archdiocese are coming together in prayer, fellowship, service, and community. From giving trees to holiday liturgies, there’s a place for everyone to experience the warmth of the Advent season.
Visit archny.org for more events
Visit archny.org for more events
December 5, 2025 at 11:01 AM
As we celebrate this joyful season, parishes across the Archdiocese are coming together in prayer, fellowship, service, and community. From giving trees to holiday liturgies, there’s a place for everyone to experience the warmth of the Advent season.
Visit archny.org for more events
Visit archny.org for more events
Today, Cardinal Dolan continues our tour of St. Patrick’s Cathedral — America’s Parish Church — beginning at the magnificent bronze doors. He reflects on the saints carved into them and shares a personal memory of the very first time he walked through these doors as Archbishop.
December 4, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Today, Cardinal Dolan continues our tour of St. Patrick’s Cathedral — America’s Parish Church — beginning at the magnificent bronze doors. He reflects on the saints carved into them and shares a personal memory of the very first time he walked through these doors as Archbishop.
Today we honor St. John of Damascus, a brilliant theologian, defender of the faith, and one of the Church’s great hymn writers. His teachings helped safeguard the truth of the Incarnation, and his deep love for sacred images continues to shape our understanding of beauty in worship.
December 4, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Today we honor St. John of Damascus, a brilliant theologian, defender of the faith, and one of the Church’s great hymn writers. His teachings helped safeguard the truth of the Incarnation, and his deep love for sacred images continues to shape our understanding of beauty in worship.
Feast of St. Francis Xavier
St. Francis Xavier, a founder of the Society of Jesus — the Jesuits — and a tireless missionary, traveled thousands of miles to share the Gospel across Asia. His life of sacrifice and service continues to inspire believers around the world.
St. Francis Xavier, a founder of the Society of Jesus — the Jesuits — and a tireless missionary, traveled thousands of miles to share the Gospel across Asia. His life of sacrifice and service continues to inspire believers around the world.
December 3, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Feast of St. Francis Xavier
St. Francis Xavier, a founder of the Society of Jesus — the Jesuits — and a tireless missionary, traveled thousands of miles to share the Gospel across Asia. His life of sacrifice and service continues to inspire believers around the world.
St. Francis Xavier, a founder of the Society of Jesus — the Jesuits — and a tireless missionary, traveled thousands of miles to share the Gospel across Asia. His life of sacrifice and service continues to inspire believers around the world.
Today we celebrate the First Sunday of Advent and light the first candle — the Candle of Hope. Christ’s promise shines even in uncertainty.
Hoy celebramos el Primer Domingo de Adviento y encendemos la primera vela — la Vela de la Esperanza. La promesa de Cristo brilla incluso en la incertidumbre.
Hoy celebramos el Primer Domingo de Adviento y encendemos la primera vela — la Vela de la Esperanza. La promesa de Cristo brilla incluso en la incertidumbre.
November 30, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Today we celebrate the First Sunday of Advent and light the first candle — the Candle of Hope. Christ’s promise shines even in uncertainty.
Hoy celebramos el Primer Domingo de Adviento y encendemos la primera vela — la Vela de la Esperanza. La promesa de Cristo brilla incluso en la incertidumbre.
Hoy celebramos el Primer Domingo de Adviento y encendemos la primera vela — la Vela de la Esperanza. La promesa de Cristo brilla incluso en la incertidumbre.
All throughout the Archdiocese of New York, our parishes are gathering for beautiful seasonal events that bring people together in prayer, fellowship, and service. It’s moments like these that remind us how we are truly united in faith as one Church.
To find more parish events visit archny.org.
To find more parish events visit archny.org.
November 28, 2025 at 11:01 AM
All throughout the Archdiocese of New York, our parishes are gathering for beautiful seasonal events that bring people together in prayer, fellowship, and service. It’s moments like these that remind us how we are truly united in faith as one Church.
To find more parish events visit archny.org.
To find more parish events visit archny.org.
Wishing you a blessed Thanksgiving from the Archdiocese of New York
Today, we pause to give thanks—for faith, for family, and for the simple moments of grace that draw us closer to one another and to God.
May your table be filled with peace, your home with love, and your heart with gratitude.
Today, we pause to give thanks—for faith, for family, and for the simple moments of grace that draw us closer to one another and to God.
May your table be filled with peace, your home with love, and your heart with gratitude.
November 27, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Wishing you a blessed Thanksgiving from the Archdiocese of New York
Today, we pause to give thanks—for faith, for family, and for the simple moments of grace that draw us closer to one another and to God.
May your table be filled with peace, your home with love, and your heart with gratitude.
Today, we pause to give thanks—for faith, for family, and for the simple moments of grace that draw us closer to one another and to God.
May your table be filled with peace, your home with love, and your heart with gratitude.
Today we honor St. Catherine of Alexandria—a courageous and brilliant witness to the faith. Her wisdom, conviction, and love for Christ inspire us to stand firm in truth with grace and courage.
St. Catherine, pray for us!
St. Catherine, pray for us!
November 25, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Today we honor St. Catherine of Alexandria—a courageous and brilliant witness to the faith. Her wisdom, conviction, and love for Christ inspire us to stand firm in truth with grace and courage.
St. Catherine, pray for us!
St. Catherine, pray for us!
Today we honor St. Andrew Dũng-Lạc and his companions. He was one of 117 people martyred in Vietnam between 1820 and 1862. They courageously witnessed Christ in the face of persecution.
May their steadfast faith inspire us to follow Christ with the same courage and hope.
May their steadfast faith inspire us to follow Christ with the same courage and hope.
November 24, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Today we honor St. Andrew Dũng-Lạc and his companions. He was one of 117 people martyred in Vietnam between 1820 and 1862. They courageously witnessed Christ in the face of persecution.
May their steadfast faith inspire us to follow Christ with the same courage and hope.
May their steadfast faith inspire us to follow Christ with the same courage and hope.
Today we celebrate the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe—a reminder that Christ’s Kingdom is one of truth, mercy, justice, and peace.
May we open our hearts to His reign and follow Him with renewed faith.
May we open our hearts to His reign and follow Him with renewed faith.
November 23, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Today we celebrate the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe—a reminder that Christ’s Kingdom is one of truth, mercy, justice, and peace.
May we open our hearts to His reign and follow Him with renewed faith.
May we open our hearts to His reign and follow Him with renewed faith.
Today we honor St. Cecilia, a 2nd-century Roman martyr and the patron saint of music. Tradition tells us she sang to God even as she faced persecution. May her faithful witness inspire all who lift their voices in praise.
Saint Cecilia, Pray for Us!
Saint Cecilia, Pray for Us!
November 22, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Today we honor St. Cecilia, a 2nd-century Roman martyr and the patron saint of music. Tradition tells us she sang to God even as she faced persecution. May her faithful witness inspire all who lift their voices in praise.
Saint Cecilia, Pray for Us!
Saint Cecilia, Pray for Us!
Today we celebrate the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary—a feast that reminds us of Mary’s total dedication to God from her earliest days.
May her faith inspire ours.
Holy Mary, pray for us.
May her faith inspire ours.
Holy Mary, pray for us.
November 21, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Today we celebrate the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary—a feast that reminds us of Mary’s total dedication to God from her earliest days.
May her faith inspire ours.
Holy Mary, pray for us.
May her faith inspire ours.
Holy Mary, pray for us.
Today we celebrate St. Rose Philippine Duchesne, a missionary, educator, and woman of deep prayer.
Born in France, St. Rose left behind a life of comfort to bring the Gospel to the American frontier. Her courage and devotion remind us that faith, when lived with perseverance, transforms hearts.
Born in France, St. Rose left behind a life of comfort to bring the Gospel to the American frontier. Her courage and devotion remind us that faith, when lived with perseverance, transforms hearts.
November 18, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Today we celebrate St. Rose Philippine Duchesne, a missionary, educator, and woman of deep prayer.
Born in France, St. Rose left behind a life of comfort to bring the Gospel to the American frontier. Her courage and devotion remind us that faith, when lived with perseverance, transforms hearts.
Born in France, St. Rose left behind a life of comfort to bring the Gospel to the American frontier. Her courage and devotion remind us that faith, when lived with perseverance, transforms hearts.
Today we celebrate St. Elizabeth of Hungary, a princess who became a saint through her boundless compassion.
After her husband’s death, she gave away her wealth and founded a hospital where she personally cared for the suffering. Her life reminds us that true nobility is found in love and service.
After her husband’s death, she gave away her wealth and founded a hospital where she personally cared for the suffering. Her life reminds us that true nobility is found in love and service.
November 17, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Today we celebrate St. Elizabeth of Hungary, a princess who became a saint through her boundless compassion.
After her husband’s death, she gave away her wealth and founded a hospital where she personally cared for the suffering. Her life reminds us that true nobility is found in love and service.
After her husband’s death, she gave away her wealth and founded a hospital where she personally cared for the suffering. Her life reminds us that true nobility is found in love and service.