Deacon Lawrence Toth (Third in a series) In his audience on May 27, 2026, Pope Leo’s topic was The Reform of the Liturgy: Tradition and Development. His talk provided a historical and theological perspective on the changes in the liturgy that occurred following Vatican II. The Council opened with Pope St. John XXIII recognizing it…

January 1, 2026 Pope Leo XIV has chosen “Peace be with you all: Towards an ‘unarmed and disarming’ peace” as the World Day of Peace theme for the 2026 World Day of Peace, urging humanity to reject violence and embrace reconciliation rooted in love and justice. The Vatican explains that this vision calls for peace…

What happens during the conclave?  The conclave will be preceded by a solemn Eucharistic celebration with the votive Mass Pro Eligendo Papa, attended by the Cardinal electors. In the afternoon, the Cardinal electors proceed in a solemn procession to the Sistine Chapel, where the Conclave begins to elect the new Pope. At the end of the…

The observances of National Marriage Week (Feb. 7-14) and World Marriage Day (Sunday, Feb. 9) are an opportunity to focus on building a culture of life and love that begins with supporting and promoting marriage and the family. This year’s theme is “Marriage: Source of Hope, Spring of Renewal. Pursue a Lasting Love!” Visit foryourmarriage.org to…

The National Eucharistic Revival invites us to renew our love for Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament through a “grassroots revival of devotion and belief in the Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist.” Our own family of Parishes, Mother of Divine Love Family, is offering the opportunity to encounter Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament through…