Catholic Courier

The Catholic Courier is the newspaper for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Rochester, New York. It was started by lay Catholics in 1889 under the name The Catholic Journal. Throughout its history, the newspaper has used different combinations of the words "Catholic," "Courier," and "Journal." In 1989, to celebrate its 100th anniversary, it was officially renamed the Catholic Courier.

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Scripture Reflection for June 22, 2025: Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ - Catholic Courier

1 week ago | catholiccourier.com | Greg Kandra |Gina Capellazzi

The Catholic News Service column, "Speak to Me Lord," offers reflections on the Sunday Scripture readings. (CNS/Nancy Wiechec) | Section: Worship & FaithGn 14:18-20Ps 110:1, 2, 3, 41 Cor 11:23-26Lk 9:11b-17Of all the dramatic moments from Pope Francis’ funeral in April, what many of us will remember was that long journey in the popemobile to St. Mary Major, his final place of rest.
Challenge to NY abortion mandate sent back to state courts

1 week ago | catholiccourier.com | Kurt Jensen |Gina Capellazzi

WASHINGTON (OSV News) — The fight by religious groups against New York state’s abortion mandate requiring most private insurance plans to cover abortion has renewed life. The U.S. Supreme Court June 16 remanded to the New York Court of Appeals the case of Diocese of Albany v. Harris, a move that sends the case, in the words of lawyers for Becket, which handles religious liberty cases, “back to the drawing board” after bouncing between state courts for the past nine years.
Pope: Jesus invites Christians to overcome despair

1 week ago | catholiccourier.com | Justin Mclellan |Gina Capellazzi

Pope Leo XIV greets a child wearing a sign in Spanish that reads, "Hello, my name is also Leo," as he arrives in St. Peter's Square on the popemobile for his general audience at the Vatican June 18, 2025. (CNS photo by Vatican Media) | Section: World and NationVATICAN CITY (CNS) — When hope seems long gone, Christians can turn to Jesus to overcome being resigned to despair and regain the desire to be healed, Pope Leo XIV said.
Second season for 'Martin Scorsese Presents: The Saints'

1 week ago | catholiccourier.com | John Mulderig |Gina Capellazzi

(OSV News) — Fox Nation announced June 11 that an eight-episode second season of the docudrama series “Martin Scorsese Presents: The Saints” will become available for streaming beginning in November and continuing through the spring of next year. As before, celebrated director Scorsese will host, narrate and executive produce the programs. Each installment will explore the life of a single saint. The holy men and women to be profiled range from Biblical figures like the Virgin Mary and Sts.
Couple renews vows in an unique way in Las Vegas

1 week ago | catholiccourier.com | Leonor Rivera |Jim Mosley

A woman in a wedding dress and a man in a tuxedo stand in front of an open car door. | Section: To Have and to HoldFor our 25th wedding anniversary, Ed and I wanted to renew our vows in an unexpected way. Inspired by the song “Marry You” by Bruno Mars, we decided to go to Las Vegas. Our friends were surprised that we were going to Vegas. We didn’t drink alcohol or smoke or gamble.
Parishes plan 2025 Corpus Christi eucharistic processions

1 week ago | catholiccourier.com | Gina Capellazzi |Jim Mosley

Parishioners of Irondequoit’s St. Kateri Tekakwitha Parish took part in a eucharistic procession around the Christ the King church campus July 14, 2024. (Courier file photo) | Section: FeaturesThe following Diocese of Rochester parishes are planning outdoor eucharistic processions in honor of the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, Corpus Christi, June 21-22, 2025. Clifton Springs/Phelps/ShortsvilleSt. Peter ParishAt St. Dominic Church, 7 W.
Pope Leo XIV will go to papal villa in July

1 week ago | catholiccourier.com | Carol Glatz |Gina Capellazzi

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Leo XIV will spend two weeks of July at the papal summer residence in Castel Gandolfo, bringing back a centuries-old tradition that had been suspended by Pope Francis. Pope Leo also will celebrate the feast of the Assumption of Mary for the whole town and visitors Aug. 15 as per tradition, according to the Prefecture of the Papal Household.
US bishop calls for ardent prayer as Israel-Iran strikes continue

1 week ago | catholiccourier.com | Gina Christian |Gina Capellazzi

(OSV News) — A U.S. bishop called for ardent prayer and robust diplomacy, as Israel and Iran traded strikes for the fourth day. “We urge the United States and the broader international community to exert every effort to renew a multilateral diplomatic engagement for the attainment of a durable peace between Israel and Iran,” said Bishop A. Elias Zaidan, chairman of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Committee on International Justice and Peace, in a June 16 statement.
Rochester’s newest priest reflects on his ordination

1 week ago | catholiccourier.com | Gina Capellazzi

Father George Bastedo IV was ordained during a June 14 ordination Mass at Sacred Heart Cathedral. The newest diocesan priest shared with the Catholic Courier his thoughts on his ordination and the beginning of his new ministry. Tags: Holy Orders, Priests 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.
Track and baseball athletes excel in Rochester Diocese

1 week ago | catholiccourier.com | Mike Latona |Jim Mosley

Several state and sectional track-and-field champions, along with two sectional baseball champs, led a parade of sports success this spring for Catholic high schools in the Rochester Diocese. McQuaid Jesuit’s Rhoan Kaulder has earned the label of fastest high-school athlete in New York, thanks to a pair of first-place showings in the 100-meter dash at the state meet June 13-14.