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Parish Event Calendar
Publicize your parish events on the diocesan website in our parish event calendar.
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Directory
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Announcements
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Mission of the Family video series from K of C
FREE – Men and women, young and old, strengthen and grow in your faith for your families with five short videos produced by the Knights of Columbus called the “Mission of The Family.” The videos can be found on the Knights of Columbus website for free: https://www.kofc.org/en/campaigns/into-the-breach.html. The five videos are less than 14 minutes in length.
You can also find the original “Into The Breach” video series on the same page under Categories. This series is also free of charge and is sure to help you grow in your faith.
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15th Annual Catholic Men's Conference of the Carolinas
Save the date for the 15th Annual Catholic Men's Conference of the Carolinas on February 8, 2025! Join men from across the Carolinas and across the country to come together for a day of faith, fellowship, and prayer! For the first year ever we will offer a limited number of VIP tickets for an after-conference Meet and Greet with our speakers! Location: St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, Charlotte, NC.
Tickets and sponsorship opportunities for vendors and organizations available now at catholicmenofthecarolinas.org!
Quem Servis? (Who will you serve?)
Remembering Sr. Dorothy Stang, other Eco-Martyrs and lost species
The Holy Name of Jesus Laudato Si' Circle invites you to an event dedicated to reflecting on the incredible life of Sister Dorothy Stang, SNDdeN, on Tuesday, Feb. 11, 7 - 8:15 p.m. (via ZOOM).
We will explore her legacy through a PowerPoint presentation and two short videos and review other Eco-Martyrs and lost species featured in the Season of Creation 2024 Catholic liturgy guide. We will begin and end our remembrance with prayer.
REGISTER: email Monica Kleimeyer at laudatosicircle@gmail.com or text 513-520-0125.
Deadline to register: Monday, February 10, 2025 at 5 p.m.
Those registered will receive the Dorothy Stang Novena nine days before the meeting. Join us as we honor her life and continue the call to care for creation.
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Annual Celebration of the Legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Monday, January 20, 2025 - 12:00 PM - 01:30 PM
You are invited to the diocesan celebration of the annual Mass commemorating the legacy of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., promoting justice for social issues. The event is open to the public.
“MISSION POSSIBLE: Protecting Freedom, Justice and Democracy!”
Celebrant: Most Reverend Luis Rafael Zarama
Homilist: Most Reverend Joseph E. Kurtz, D.D., Archbishop Emeritus of Louisville
Archbishop Kurtz has served on many boards including as President of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB). For more information, visit dioceseofraleigh.org.
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Bishop's Christmas letter to the faithful
Christmas letter from Bishop Zarama: English | Spanish (PDF)
Post-abortion healing retreat - Save the date!
Bulletin Editors: Please publish in parish bulletins each weekend in the months of October, November and December of 2024. Participants tell us that they were encouraged to reach out when they saw the announcement published frequently in the bulletin.
Project Rachel Post-Abortion Healing Retreat January 10-12, 2025
If you desire healing from a past abortion, you are invited to experience the love of Jesus Christ at a Project Rachel weekend retreat January 10-12, 2025, in the Raleigh area. The weekend retreat is strictly confidential, for both women and men, and includes discussions, spiritual exercises, the sacrament of reconciliation, a Memorial Service, and a Mass of the Resurrection. Participation offers a beautiful opportunity to experience God’s love, forgiveness, and compassion. For more information or to register for the retreat, contact Project Rachel at: project.rachel@raldioc.org or call (919) 852-1021. The website is: rachelnc.org. Cost is $200 for lodging, meals, and all retreat materials. Discount of $50 for early registration. If there is a financial burden, assistance is available.
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Wedding Anniversary Mass
Wedding Anniversary Mass
February 8, 2025, 10:00am
Holy Name of Jesus Cathedral
715 Nazareth St., Raleigh, NC 27606
The Diocesan Wedding Anniversary Mass will take place on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Name of Jesus Cathedral, with special recognition to couples with 25, 50, or 60 years of marriage. Register to attend the Mass and receive a Commemorative Certificate: https://raldioc.configio.com/pd/924?diid=925#Detail or call 984-900-3184.
Misa de Aniversario de Bodas
8 de febrero de 2025, 10 am
Catedral del Santo Nombre de Jesús
715 Nazareth St., Raleigh, NC 27606
La Misa de aniversario de bodas será el 8 de febrero de este año 2025, a las 10:00 a.m. en la Catedral del Santo Nombre de Jesús, con un reconocimiento especial para las parejas que celebran 25, 50 y 60 años de casados. Puede registrarse para asistir a la misa o para recibir un certificado conmemorativo: https://raldioc.configio.com/pd/924?diid=926#Detail
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Kateri Circle Meetings
Our Kateri Circle meetings are a great opportunity to join in prayer and fellowship with Native Catholics and provide a space to learn about Native American spirituality and the culture of our indigenous tribes. These monthly meetings are open to everyone and held on behalf of Catholic Native Americans and friends. Please share freely! Email your name to our staff at nac@aamendor.org, OR
fill out this form: forms.office.com/r/HZYGYQcRZy to sign up and receive a Zoom link.
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Retrouvaille
Dear bulletin editors:
Our next Retrouvaille marriage-saving weekends will be January 24-26 in English in the Charlotte area at the Catholic Conference Center, Hickory, NC, and in Spanish July 18-20, 2025, at St. Luke Evangelist Catholic Church, Raleigh, NC.
This is for worried marriages… troubled marriages…hurting marriages…failing marriages. Please help families in your congregation and your community with some of the below cut-and-paste bulletin inserts. We would be very grateful if you could do this 4 to 5 times before January 24.
Retrouvaille is a non-profit ministry program, supported by the Diocese’s Family Life Office. Costs are very affordable. Couples of any faith or no-faith basis are welcomed.
Most couples across the nation who have attended Retrouvaille tell us they learned about this program from their weekly church bulletin or a referral from their church’s clergy or pastoral team… or those angels in the church office.
Thank you!
In God's Love,
Severine & JP Boutrand
Community Coordinators
Retrouvaille of Raleigh
https://helpourmarriage.org
Announcements:
Download the bulletin announcement texts (Word)
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Marriage Enrichment Mass & Dinner at St. Michael, Cary
Save the date! Celebrate Marriage during National Marriage Week!
Join us for our Annual Marriage Enrichment Mass & Dinner
Friday, February 14, 2025
Mass: 6:30 PM at St. Michael Church (804 High House Road, Cary), which includes a special blessing for married couples.
Dinner & Reflection: Following Mass in the Parish Center. Featuring guest speakers Deacon Stephen Yates and Adrienne Yates, Vice Chancellor for Administration, Diocese of Raleigh
An elegant evening to celebrate marriage, commitment, and love!
Preregistration required. Stay tuned for details in January.
Event Link: https://www.stmichaelcary.org/events/marriage-enrichment-mass-dinner/
Questions?
Contact Mary DiSano at mdisano@stmcary.org.
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Pray and Advocate for the Legal Defense of the Preborn
Pray and Advocate for the Legal Defense of the Preborn
Diocese of Raleigh Mass for Life
Saturday, January 18, 2025 - 11:00 AM
Raleigh Mass for Life, 11:00AM, Holy Name of Jesus Cathedral. Events are bilingual. Rosary begins at 10:30AM.
National Prayer Vigil Mass (in DC)
Thursday, January 23, 2025 5:00-9:00pm
March for Life National Events (in DC)
Friday, January 24, 2025 - 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM
Closing Mass 8:00AM
Concert and Rally 11:00AM
National March for Life 1:00PM
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Become Catholic – We're Here to Help!
Become Catholic – We're Here to Help!
What is OCIA?
OCIA stands for the Order of Christian Initiation for Adults, the official process for becoming Catholic. It’s a journey that prepares adults to receive the Sacraments of Baptism, Communion, and Confirmation. But OCIA is much more than just learning—it’s a welcoming community of disciples who are discerning and growing in faith together.
Sessions begin the week of: January 6, 2025
The best part? OCIA Inquiry is your first step—explore and ask questions without any commitment.
For more information or to get started, contact: Bill Burns at BBurns@stmcary.org
We look forward to walking this faith journey with you!
St. Michael Preschool 40th Anniversary
40 Years of Growing with God!
Save the Date for Our 40th Anniversary Reunion!
January 25, 2025
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
If you or your loved ones—parents, grandparents, children, alumni, or former staff—have been involved with St. Michael Preschool at any time over the past 40 years, we’d love to hear from you! Please reach out so we can include you in our special celebration.
Thank you for all your support and love over the years! For more information, alumni can contact Paula Renke at 919-468-6110 or preschool@stmcary.org.
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Chris Stefanick's REBOOT: Rediscover the Life You Were Made For!
Exclusive Opportunity! Get Your Tickets Today!
Chris Stefanick's REBOOT: Rediscover the Life You Were Made For!
February 26, 2025 | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
St. Michael the Archangel Church, Cary, NC
Don’t miss out! Secure your spot now — limited seating available!
Why Attend?
Chris Stefanick, a world-renowned speaker, will inspire you to reignite your faith and live with joy. His REBOOT event offers life-changing insights for today’s Catholics.
Ticket price: $33 per person
Link to purchase tickets: https://reallifecatholics.givevirtuous.org/Event/st-michael-the-archangel-church-reboot--cary-nc
Show your e-ticket confirmation at the door.
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Laudato Si' Encyclical in a Year
Pope Francis’ encyclical letter Laudato Si’ was released in June 2015. He invites all Catholics and people of good will to celebrate its tenth anniversary in 2025 by protecting families and future generations through action to care for our common home. Join us as we explore this letter's themes, principles and values and develop action steps. We meet by Zoom the 3rd Tuesday of every month from 7-8 p.m., through to and including May 2025. Each meeting is a stand-alone topic, so join anytime. Please contact Monica for Zoom link or more information at: socialconcern@hnojnc.org.
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Secure Your Legacy, Strengthen Your Faith
For the faithful of the Diocese of Raleigh, estate planning offers an opportunity to ensure your loved ones are cared for while leaving a lasting legacy that reflects your values and faith.
Why Estate Planning Matters
Estate planning is not only for the wealthy—it’s for everyone!
By creating a thoughtful plan, you ensure that your wishes are honored and that your family is protected. But more importantly, it provides an opportunity to consider the long-term impact of your giving. Many of our parishioners choose to include their parish, school, or diocesan ministries in their plans, allowing them to support the Church even after they’ve gone home to God.
How The Foundation Can Help
We are here to guide you through this process, offering expertise and support as you navigate the intricacies of estate planning. We can help answer any questions you may have, from:
- How to include a charitable gift in your will.
- Understanding tax benefits available to you.
- How best to structure your giving to reflect your values and faith.
In-Person Seminars at Your Parish
This year, we are proud to continue to offer in-person estate planning seminars at parishes throughout the diocese. These seminars will provide valuable insights on the legal and financial steps you can take to ensure your wishes are met. The seminars are designed to demystify estate planning and empower you to make decisions that benefit both your family and your faith community.
We invite you to take advantage of this opportunity during Estate Planning Awareness Week to start—or continue—planning for your future. Contact The Foundation of the Diocese of Raleigh for more information or to schedule a seminar at your parish.
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Catholic in Recovery
Join Catholic in Recovery at St. Michael the Archangel Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m.
Catholic in Recovery provides healing from addictions, compulsions, and unhealthy attachments. Meetings combine the spiritual principles of 12-step recovery and the sacraments of the Catholic Church. Join others in recovery as we overlap scripture from Sunday's Mass readings, liturgical themes, and recovery topics with honest discussion and prayer. Confidentiality is protected. We welcome those recovering from any addiction, compulsion, or unhealthy attachment:
- Alcoholism
- Drug addiction
- Compulsive overeating
- Restricted eating
- Lust/pornography addiction
- Gambling addiction
- Technology addiction
- Compulsive spending/debting
- Codependency
- Control, fear, resentment, & grief
Anonymous & confidential
Age Requirement: 18 years or older
For more information and/or room location, text or call (919) 480-2044, or email CIR@stmcary.org.
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NC Catholics Caring for Our Common Home
You are invited to join the new diocesan NC Catholics Caring for Our Common Home. Pope Francis reminds us that: “The environment is a common good, belonging to all and meant for all…. We must regain the conviction that we need one another, that we have a shared responsibility for others and the world.” Raleigh Diocese parishioners have heard the pope’s message and responded to his call by forming North Carolina Catholics Caring for our Common Home (NCCCCH). Our mission is to inspire and mobilize the Catholic community to care for our common home and achieve climate and ecological justice with the urgency the times require. Our members work within their parishes, deaneries, and with other groups throughout the Raleigh diocese to promote and engage in an integral ecological approach that recognizes everything is connected. We are looking to expand our coalition with new members and exciting diocese-wide programs. The excitement is building a new way of living. To join, please contact Deacon Joshua Klickman at: Deacon.Joshua.Klickman@DeaconsDOR.org.
Courage / Encourage
Courage is a Roman Catholic apostolate which ministers to persons, both men and women, who experience same-sex attractions and desire support to live the Catholic Church’s teaching on chastity. The local chapter of Courage in the Diocese of Raleigh can be reached confidentially at courage@couragenc.org, or 984-900-3212.
EnCourage is a related program for the loved ones – parents, siblings, spouses, or children – of persons who experience and act on same-sex attractions. These chapters meet separately from Courage chapters, but with similar aims to devote their whole lives to Christ and the life of grace, and so to be a good example to their loved ones and to the world. The local chapter of EnCourage meets monthly and can be reached at encourage@couragenc.org, or 984-900-3212.
The Foundation of the Diocese of Raleigh on Social Media
Follow The Foundation of the Diocese of Raleigh on all of our social media accounts and stay up to date on our Estate Planning in-person seminars or online webinars! We also serve as a Planned Giving resource, providing guidance on ways to experience the joy of giving today while building a lasting faith-based legacy of stewardship and generosity.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/foundationdor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefoundationdor Twitter: https://twitter.com/@FoundationDORnc LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-foundation-of-the-roman-catholic-diocese-of-raleigh
Follow the Diocese of Raleigh Office of Education on Social Media
For the latest on Catholic education in the Diocese of Raleigh, follow and like the diocesan Office of Education on our new social media accounts!
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/catholicschoolsnc or @catholicschoolsnc
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catholicschoolsnc or @catholicschoolsnc
Twitter: https://twitter.com/dorofficeofed @DOROfficeofEd
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/diocese-of-raleigh-office-of-education or #catholicschoolsnc
Employment Opportunities
Visit the Diocese of Raleigh Employment Opportunities page for current job listings at diocesan offices, parishes and schools, as well as some regional positions: dioceseofraleigh.org/employment.