‘His Mercy Endures Forever!’ From Bishop Raica Apr 29, 2022 We welcome all to the feast of God’s mercy given us by Christ who is risen – truly risen – from the dead. Read More
‘My Lord and My God!’ From Bishop Raica Apr 29, 2022 My friends, growing up, it was not uncommon for us to have nicknames. Read More
‘Do the Will of God From the Heart’ From Bishop Raica Apr 29, 2022 It is always a distinct honor for me to preside at the deacon ordinations here at St. Bernard Abbey. Read More
‘The Lamb of Sacrifice for Our Salvation’ From Bishop Raica Apr 22, 2022 We come together as a Church family to commemorate the institution of the Eucharist. Read More
‘By Your Holy Cross, You Have Redeemed the World’ From Bishop Raica Apr 22, 2022 The Stations of the Cross in our diocese recalled the “depths of Christ’s love for us.” Read More
‘Hope for Our Troubled and Confused Times’ From Bishop Raica Apr 22, 2022 It is my immense joy to echo the same message that the women who found the tomb empty and later encountered Him early that Easter morning. Read More
A ‘Three-Legged Stool’ of Ministry From Bishop Raica Apr 15, 2022 The Chrism Mass is a splendid opportunity to renew collectively our commitment to ministry. Read More
‘Blessed Is He Who Comes in the Name of the Lord’ From Bishop Raica Apr 15, 2022 On this Palm Sunday, we recall the journey of our Lord to Jerusalem. Read More
‘Untie Him and Let Him Go’ From Bishop Raica Apr 7, 2022 Today, we turn our attention to the third part of this liturgical tryptic – the man Lazarus, who was raised from the dead by Jesus. Read More
‘Rejoice in Hope’ From Bishop Raica Apr 1, 2022 We commemorate the Solemnity of the Annunciation of our Blessed Mother. You remember that this is the moment when the Archangel Gabriel visited. Read More
Solemn Act of Consecration of Russia and Ukraine From Bishop Raica Apr 1, 2022 Our Holy Father, in response to numerous requests by the people of God, desires to entrust the nations at war to the special care of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Read More
Rejoice and Become a New and Refreshing Witness of Hope, Light, and Life From Bishop Raica Apr 1, 2022 The fourth Sunday of Lent, is also known as Laetare Sunday (or “Rejoice” Sunday). Read More
Heritage Offers Resolve to Move Forward From Bishop Raica Mar 25, 2022 Our prayers continue in earnest for the families and those impacted by the Russian – Ukraine war. Read More
‘The Living Water That Jesus Came to Give’ From Bishop Raica Mar 25, 2022 My friends, on Ash Wednesday, we considered our mortality. We were reminded that with all our earthly success in this life, we are but mere dust. Read More
‘A Beautiful Adventure of Faith’ From Bishop Raica Mar 11, 2022 Bishop Raica was the homilist for Solemn Vespers celebrated on the eve of the Episcopal ordination and installation of Bishop Jeffrey Walsh. Read More
Statement for Ecumenical/interreligious Prayer Vigil for Ukraine From Bishop Raica Mar 11, 2022 On this Ash Wednesday, we pray for a conversion of hearts, individually and at the highest level, to sow seeds of peace. Read More
A ‘Liturgical Juncture’ From Bishop Raica Mar 11, 2022 My friends, today we are at a juncture in our faith journey as we pivot this coming Wednesday, Ash Wednesday, into our Lenten season. Read More
‘Ready to Go Out on Mission’ From Bishop Raica Mar 2, 2022 On Feb. 12, Bishop Raica celebrated the bilingual Diocesan Confirmation at the Cathedral of St. Paul. Read More
‘Is It Possible to Live the Way Christ Proposes?’ From Bishop Raica Mar 1, 2022 “I give you a new commandment, says the Lord: love one another as I have loved you.” Read More
The Beating Heart of Christ From Bishop Raica Mar 1, 2022 There’s something very special about Cullman, about the Benedictine presence and influence, in both institutes. Read More
Awakening Our Relationship With Christ From Bishop Raica Mar 1, 2022 Lent has always been a grace-filled moment in our liturgical calendar to take stock of our relationship with the Lord and with each other. Read More
‘Sermon on the Plain’ From Bishop Raica Mar 1, 2022 It requires a lot of work, concentration, effort, skill, and a lot of preparation to get to the Superbowl. Read More
Catholic Schools Week: Faith. Excellence. Service. From Bishop Raica Feb 9, 2022 My dear friends and young people, it is my honor to be with you to celebrate Catholic Schools Week and to join the juniors to bless your class rings. Read More
‘Lord, What Do You Want From Me?’ From Bishop Raica Feb 9, 2022 On Jan. 30, Bishop Steven Raica marked the 60th anniversary of St. Joachim Catholic Church in Piedmont with Mass. Read More
‘Listen to the Voice of God in Your Heart’ From Bishop Raica Feb 9, 2022 Catholic Schools Week is a fitting occasion to welcome you to the Cathedral of St Paul. Read More