Diocese of Rochester

As you go, make this proclamation: ‘The kingdom of heaven is at hand.’ Cure the sick, raise the dead, cleanse lepers, drive out demons. Without cost you have received; without cost you are to give.” Matthew 10:7-8

Bishop Bonnici shares his gratitude for tremendous support for the CMA!
https://youtu.be/OJ2YnXiHZT8

Bishop Bonnici Thank You Message, CMA 2025-2026 Bishop Bonnici Thank You Message, CMA 2025-2026

Just a reminder, this is tomorrow, June 11 at 4:00 P.M.!

Mass of Consecration of the United States of America to the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus The U.S. bishops consecrate the United States to the Sacred Heart o...

Today is the Feast of Corpus Christi, a celebration of the real presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist!

Next week, in a historic moment, the bishops will consecrate the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus on the occasion of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

The event will be livestreamed on the USCCB YouTube channel on June 11, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET from the Basilica of the National Shrine of Mary, Queen of the Universe in Orlando, Florida as a part of the bishops’ spring plenary assembly.

We invite the faithful in our diocese to prayerfully commemorate our country’s 250th anniversary on June 11, using this link below: https://www.youtube.com/live/j1WyC4TSeoo

Accompanying resources may be found at: https://www.usccb.org/consecration-united-states-sacred-heart-jesus
This page includes:
• reflections from bishops on the Sacred Heart of Jesus
• A novena to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, beginning
• a template for a prayer service to acknowledge and honor the diverse communities that have journeyed to the United States
• Ways in which parishes and individuals may locally participate in the America 250 commemoration by contributing to 250 Hours of Adoration and 250 Works of Mercy
• The prayer of consecration in English, Spanish, Vietnamese, Tagalog, French, Haitian Creole, and Portuguese

Mass of Consecration of the United States of America to the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus The U.S. bishops consecrate the United States to the Sacred Heart o...

Today we celebrate the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity, when we rejoice in the perfect unity of Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

Drawing on the experience of Canada—where assisted su***de has been legal since 2016—Dr. Moira McQueen will explain NY’s “Medical Assistance In Dying Act” and provide practical moral guidance within a Christian bioethical framework so that our community can be prepared to defend the gift of life at its vulnerable end-of-life stage.

This event is for:
• Caregivers & family members
• Healthcare & legal professionals
• Clergy & ministry leaders
• Anyone facing or preparing for end-of-life decisions

Before It Starts Here: Lessons from Canada on Assisted Su***de | TTFF What New York’s new law means as it takes effect this August—and how to navigate end-of-life decisions with clarity and compassion.