Bishop Steven J. Raica
Most Reverend Steven J. Raica is the fifth bishop of the Diocese of Birmingham in Alabama.
From Bishop Raica
‘This is it! I have found what I am looking for’
On Aug. 22, Bishop Raica celebrated Mass at Casa Maria Retreat Hous...
More than a mere token or memory
One of the greatest memories I have as a child was when I received my First Holy Communion.
‘You are the present’
Dear sisters and brothers, our young Catholic Christians play a vital role in the life of the Church today.
‘He must increase, I must decrease’
Diocese of Birmingham welcomes new priest.
‘Here I am, Lord! Send me!’
Vocations are a “call” from the Lord to be or do something for the mission of the Good News.
Rejoice Sunday
Bishop Raica marks Laetare Sunday at the Cathedral of St. Paul.
‘A mission built on the bond of unity’
On Tuesday of Holy Week, priests of the diocese gathered at the cathedral for the Chrism Mass.
‘The Word became flesh here’
Bishop Raica travels to Decatur to dedicate Chapel of St. Joseph.
‘Walk with the Lord …’
On Palm Sunday, Bishop Raica begins Holy Week with Mass at the cathedral.
‘It is good to be here!’
The Catholic community in Moulton celebrates new chapel.
The Consolation of the Church Made Manifest
Many parishes pray for the sick in a variety of ways.
Bishop Raica grants dispensation for St. Patrick's Day 2023
Those who use this dispensation are to undertake another penance, sacrifice, or pious work.
‘Without You, O Christ, I am a finished person’
'Remember you are dust and unto dust you shall return.'
Catholic Schools Week 2023
Catholic Schools Week: a time to motivate faith, excellence, and service.
Salt and light
'You are the salt of the earth.You are the light of the world.'
‘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'
A grand festival
Giving thanks for the gift of the Santo Niño: the Sinulog festival.
‘Here I am Lord’
For the next few weeks, we embark on our journey together in Ordinary Time.
‘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!
‘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.
‘Lord, I Love You’
Bishop Raica celebrated a Mass of the Dead, or Requiem Mass for Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI.
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.