‘Let this radiant light of Christ shine forth here at Our Lady of La Vang’
'In proclaiming the Word of God, may we come to know God’s love for us'
From the Bishop
‘It was the best of times, it was the worst of times ...’
My sisters and brothers – friends of life – how grateful I am to be with you once again this year!
‘Here I am Lord’
For the next few weeks, we embark on our journey together in Ordinary Time.
‘Lord, I Love You’
Bishop Raica celebrated a Mass of the Dead, or Requiem Mass for Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI.
‘Spiritually Centered, Holistic Care’
Mass at the Ascension St. Vincent’s Birmingham chapel, marking the hospital’s 125th anniversary
‘Grow in Faith, Hope, and Love’
We gather as a Christian community of believers to express our gratitude for this previous year and welcome in the New Year.
Taking a Risk to Make a Difference
I am impressed by the quality and excellence of our schools to prepare faith-filled citizens and disciples for tomorrow’s society.
Statement on the passing of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI
With deep sorrow, we, priests, deacons, consecrated religious, and faithful of the Diocese of Birmingham in Alabama join the faithful and people of good will throughout the world in mourning the loss of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI.
‘Mary, You Are Our Mother and Our Hope’
The Immaculate Conception is the patroness of the United States and other countries as well.
‘The Hopes and Fears of All the Years Are Met in Thee Tonight’
“The hopes and fears of all the years are met in Thee tonight.” What a beautiful line and worthy of a brief reflection!
‘With Our Lady to Guide and Accompany Us …’
Today, you, too, are welcomed on this special Advent journey.
‘Come Lord, Be With Us and Stay With Us!’
“Come Lord, be with us and stay with us! Let us be overwhelmed by you!”
Jesus as the Master Tuner
We “rejoice” that what we await for is nearer than what it was last week or the week before.
‘We Are the Sum of the Father’s Love …’
Bishop Raica Installs St. Thomas’ New Pastor
Bishop Raica Marks Feast of Christ the King With Festival Mass
Today is the culmination of the Church year, the last Sunday in Ordinary Time devoted to Christ the King!
‘We, Too, Can Encounter Christ Today …’
I am so very grateful for the energy and fervor I am witnessing around our diocese.
‘Increase Your Faith’
We have the occasion to join together in prayer for our law enforcement, fire fighters, and first responders.
Collaborating With Infinite Mercy
We gather for our White Mass surrounding in our prayer those in the medical profession.
‘We Are a People of One Faith, One Baptism, One Hope, One Lord’
We are one family united – on a journey toward a common destiny – to be one with Jesus for eternity!
Bishop Raica Celebrates Diocesan Red Mass
The Red Mass stands historically as one of the great events of the judicial year.
‘The Very Important Work of Civil Protection’
Our Blue Mass today honors the mission of law enforcement, fire fighters, and first responders.
‘One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic’
What was the most surprising discovery for you in Alabama?
Lost and Found
What is our moral imperative and duty toward our neighbor!
‘We must not wait for the good soil’
We have the best team because we keep our eyes fixed on Jesus, always!
‘Go teach all nations’
As teachers and administrators, you share in a noble calling.