October 9, 2025
Bishop Barres Celebrates the Red Mass for the Long Island Area
Bishop Barres’ celebration of the Red Mass was a meaningful continuation of this centuries-old tradition.
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October 9, 2025
Bishop Barres’ celebration of the Red Mass was a meaningful continuation of this centuries-old tradition.
October 9, 2025
The event brought together parishioners, community members, and Knights and Dames in a shared spirit of prayer and unity.
October 9, 2025
The color red signifies the Holy Spirit and martyrdom.
October 9, 2025
Pro-life Catholics must work for a culture of life
October 9, 2025
About 75 Dames, Knights, other members of the Order, and guests attended.
October 9, 2025
A special moment of the evening was the recognition of Bishop Bismarck Chau, who will be elevated to Conventual Chaplain at the upcoming Investiture.
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As is tradition, the day began with Holy Mass followed by a quick breakfast together before the group got to work.
October 7, 2025
Members helped out at the Life Center by organizing and completing other tasks.
October 7, 2025
Bishop Caggiano shared a moving homily on our guardian angels and how we are called to be “earthly angels".
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