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Clyde native becomes Rochester Diocese’s newest priest

1 week ago | catholiccourier.com | Jeff Witherow |Jeffery Witherow

Bishop Salvatore R. Matano ordained Clyde native Father George Bastedo IV to the priesthood June 14 during a Solemn Mass of Ordination at Rochester’s Sacred Heart Cathedral. During the Mass, Father Bastedo declared his intention to undertake the office of priesthood and promised obedience and respect to Bishop Matano and his successors. At the conclusion of Mass, the faithful were invited to receive blessings from the new priest. Copyright © 2025 Rochester Catholic Press Association, Inc.
St. Kateri School remembered with reunion and Mass

3 weeks ago | catholiccourier.com | Jeff Witherow |Jeffery Witherow

Former staff and students of Irondequoit’s St. Kateri School gathered at Christ the King Church for a reunion and remembrance Mass June 1. St. Kateri School will close at the end of the 2024-25 school year. Copyright © 2025 Rochester Catholic Press Association, Inc. All rights reserved. Linking is encouraged, but republishing or redistributing, including by framing or similar means, without the publisher's prior written permission is prohibited.
Bishop Matano ordains three deacons for Rochester Diocese

3 weeks ago | catholiccourier.com | Jeff Witherow |Jeffery Witherow

Bishop Salvatore R. Matano ordained Frederick F. “Rick” Burgess, Ludwig Mark Amann and David Cataline as deacons during a May 31 ordination Mass at Rochester’s Sacred Heart Cathedral. Deacon Cataline is on the path to the priesthood and will be ordained a diocesan priest next year. Copyright © 2025 Rochester Catholic Press Association, Inc. All rights reserved.
Workshop teaches traditional mask-making

4 weeks ago | en.elmensajerorochester.com | Jeff Witherow

Grupo Cultural Latinos en Rochester hosted a mask-making workshop May 23 at Nazareth University’s Casa Hispana as part of the Project Carnaval initiative. Participants learned the art of traditional mask-making inspired by Latin American Carnaval celebrations. The workshop was made possible through the support of the Rochester Area Community Foundation. Copyright © 2025 Rochester Catholic Press Association, Inc. All rights reserved.
Rochester Knights of Peter Claver council reinstated

1 month ago | catholiccourier.com | Jeff Witherow |Jeffery Witherow

| Section: Photo GalleriesA local chapter of the Knights of Peter Claver and Ladies Auxiliary, the oldest Black Catholic lay-led organization in existence, was reinstated May 17 at Rochester’s Immaculate Conception/St. Bridget’s Church. Bishop Salvatore R. Matano celebrated the Mass, during which 10 knights and 12 ladies were inducted to the Knights’ Council and Ladies Auxiliary Court 106.
Diocese of Rochester school students honor Mary

1 month ago | catholiccourier.com | Jeff Witherow |Jeffery Witherow

Students from diocesan Catholic schools gathered at Rochester’s Sacred Heart Cathedral May 13 for a May crowning and Mass celebrated by Bishop Salvatore R. Matano. Students processed into the cathedral carrying their school banners and flowers, which were placed around a statue of Mary. Copyright © 2025 Rochester Catholic Press Association, Inc. All rights reserved.
Watch replay of Courier's conclave Q&A show

1 month ago | catholiccourier.com | Gina Capellazzi |Jeff Witherow

The conclave to elect the next pope will begin in Rome May 7. To help Catholics better understand the conclave, the Catholic Courier presented a special live show, “White Smoke Watch: A Conclave Q&A,” May 6 at 1:30 p.m. on Facebook. Courier Digital Content Producer Gina Capellazzi spoke with Donald Smith, diocesan coordinator of sacramental catechesis and family life, who answered some of the most common questions about the conclave. He also answered questions submitted by readers.
Couples renew vows during 2025 Marriage Recognition Mass

2 months ago | catholiccourier.com | Jeff Witherow |Jeffery Witherow

Couples renewed their marriage vows with Bishop Salvatore R. Matano April 27 during the annual Marriage Recognition Mass at Rochester’s Sacred Heart Cathedral. Special recognition was given to the longest-married couple in attendance, and Bishop Matano presented them with a gift. Copyright © 2025 Rochester Catholic Press Association, Inc. All rights reserved.
Bishop Matano consecrates holy oils at 2025 Chrism Mass

2 months ago | catholiccourier.com | Jeff Witherow

Bishop Salvatore R. Matano presided at the annual Solemn Mass of Chrism April 15 at Rochester’s Sacred Heart Cathedral. Priests in attendance were invited to renew their priestly vows following the homily, after which Bishop Matano blessed the Oil of the Sick, the Oil of the Catechumens and the Sacred Chrism. These sacred oils will be used at diocesan parishes throughout the coming year. Copyright © 2025 Rochester Catholic Press Association, Inc. All rights reserved.
Rochester Dominicans gather in wake of nightclub tragedy

2 months ago | en.elmensajerorochester.com | Jeff Witherow

Members of the Dominican community in Rochester gathered at Rochester City Hall April 11 to show solidarity with and support for those in the Dominican Republic affected by a tragedy at a popular nightclub in the capital of Santo Domingo. The nightclub’s roof collapsed on April 8, killing more than 200 people. Copyright © 2025 Rochester Catholic Press Association, Inc. All rights reserved.