We put together a flyer that lists all of our planned/projected Eparchial MYO events by Region for 2024/2025
Appointment of Fr. Elie Mikhael as Apostolic Administrator in Mexico City
Pray for the end of the war in Gaza and southern Lebanon
As a result of our meeting with Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Secretary of State of the Vatican, we have decided to issue this appeal: Prayers will be held in all our churches in Lebanon, the patriarchal territories, and diaspora countries on the coming Saturday and Sunday, June 29 and 30, for the end of the war in Gaza and southern Lebanon, and for the establishment of a just and comprehensive peace in these regions.
MYA 2024 Fall Eparchial Conference
Are you a young adult between the ages of 18 and 39? Are you looking to grow deeping in your faith and connect with other like-minded young adults from your culture and faith? Join our MYA family September 27th-29th at the Georgia Tech Hotel in Atlanta, GA for an unforgettable experience. The theme will focus on "How to pray with Scripture" and "Uniting with Christ in the Sacrifice of the Mass". The conference will include meals, breakouts, adoration, confession, fellowship and more. This year's keynote speaker will be world renowned lecturer Father Mitch Pacwa, S.J. who will be sharing his wisdom on biblical theology, with teachings from two of his books "How to Listen when God is Speaking" and "Eucharist - Bible Study for Catholics."
Save the Date for the Eparchy's 15th Annual Benefit Dinner
Prayer & Intimacy — An Eparchical Couples Ministry talk
National Eucharistic Pilgrimage through Manhattan and Brooklyn
Vocations — A call to serve that all of us share
Since last year, the Vocations Team has been meeting regularly and working diligently to create different resources that we have sent you; a vocation video, a poster for all the parishes promoting vocations; a vocation curriculum for grades K-3, 4-6 & MYO; vocation prayer cards, and an icon of the Holy Family mailed from the Chancery to each parish to encourage individual families to pray for vocations in their own families and parishes.
Pope Francis approves the canonization of the Blessed Massabki brothers
[Pope Francis] approved the “favorable votes of the Ordinary Session of the Cardinals and Bishops for the canonization of Blessed Emanuele Ruiz and 7 Companions, of the Order of Friars Minor, and Francesco, Abdel Mooti, and Raffaele Massabki, Lay Faithful, killed in hatred of the Faith in Damascus (Syria) between July 9 and 10, 1860.”
Save the Date for our 15th Annual Benefit Dinner
The Passing of Mr. Joseph Antoon Oneissy, the brother of Fr. Oneissy
59th Annual NAM Convention
With hearts full of joy and anticipation, we extend a warm and heartfelt welcome to each of you to the 59th Annual National Apostolate of Maronites (NAM) Convention, set to take place in the vibrant city of Detroit, Michigan! This gathering promises to be an unforgettable celebration of faith, fellowship, and the enduring spirit of our Maronite heritage.
The Passing of Chorbishop Joseph Kaddo
Chorbishop Joseph Francis Kaddo entered peacefully into eternal life on April 26, 2024, after a long life of service and dedication to the Church and her people. In the days before his passing, at Catholic Memorial Nursing facility in Fall River, MA, he was surrounded by priests, religious, family, friends, and the love, admiration, and gratitude of those he served.
Servant Leadership survey
Saint Sharbel Spiritual Life Center Dedication
The Passing of Deacon Anthony P. Koury
Eparchial Appointments
Saint Sharbel Spiritual Center Grand Opening
It is with great joy that we invite you to the Grand Opening of the Saint Sharbel Spiritual Life Center, which will take place on Saturday, April 13, 2024! The Saint Sharbel Spiritual Life Center is dedicated to the Lebanese-born Maronite Catholic saint whose prayerful intercessions are credited for thousands of spiritual and physical healings.
Year of Prayer in anticipation of the Jubilee Year 2025
On January 21, 2024, Pope Francis opened the Year of Prayer in anticipation of the Jubilee Year 2025. The Holy Father’s intention is to have us look closely at how we relate to the Church, to the family, and to the world, according to the wisdom of the Second Vatican Council, and then apply this practically to our own life of prayer.
Cir.24.29 MYA Easter Retreat - April 5-7
All young adults (ages 18 to 39) invited for an Easter Retreat the weekend of April 5-7, 2024. Hosted at new Saint Sharbel Spiritual Life Center in conjunction with Our Lady of Victory parish in Pittsburgh. The theme for the retreat weekend is Risen: Hearts on Fire taking their inspiration from the Emmaus Story (Luke 24).