Christ Our Hope

Pope Francis to lead Rosary

On May 31st, to celebrate the conclusion of the month of May dedicated to Mary, Pope Francis will join the faithful in St. Peter Square in saying the Rosary.

For more information, see here.

 

 

Happy Anniversary Bishop DiLorenzo

On May 18, 1968, Francis X. DiLorenzo was ordained to the priesthood by John Cardinal Krol in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.

Read the Bishop's biography here.

Ordination to the Transitional Diaconate of Stefan Migac

At the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, Richmond, at 5:15 PM on May 18

May is the month we honor Mary, the Mother of God

It is a tradition in the Catholic Church to honor Mary, the Mother of Jesus, especially during the month of May.
We ask Mary to intercede for us with her Son, as in this famous prayer, the Hail Mary.

Roanoke Catholic seniors

Alex Sakalas and Stefani Via have successfully completed the Virginia Western Community College Regional Academy for Advanced Technology.  As a result of graduating from the program, each will receive a Career Studies Certificate in Engineering while garnering 36 college credits. Thank you  Dr. Sandel, Dr. Wilmer and Ms. Drumheller for all of your support and assistance in allowing Roanoke Catholic School to be part of this wonderful program.

Year of Faith

The "Year of Faith" is a call to all Catholics for a renewed conversion to Jesus Christ. It is a time to invite our friends and family to join us in strengthening our relationship with Christ. As we prepare for the Year of Faith let us be a witness to each other in our faith and works.  Below are Diocesan resources & information.