In addition to assisting the Bishop in his ministry as high priest and promoter of the liturgy in the diocese, this office serves as a resource to the parishes and ministers of the diocese as they strive to promote the full, conscious, and active participation of all in the liturgical life of the Church.

Please remember to see our News section below for current information of particular note.
 

Liturgy Events: Information on the liturgical year and calendar. Diocesan liturgies (including a subpage to register for the Rite of Election). Continuing formation. The Extraordinary Form. Eastern Catholics.

Liturgy Library: Liturgy policies (including for liturgical ministries).Liturgy preparation forms (including for Masses with the Bishop, such as Confirmation). Other resources produced by the Office of Liturgy (articles, bibliographies, prayers).

Liturgy Links: Resources on the liturgy from outside the diocese. Church documents. Other organizations.

LiturgyNotes: Current or past issues of our LiturgyNotes newsletter.

New Order of Celebrating Matrimony: Resources for implementing the new OCM. 

New Roman Missal: Resources for using the new Roman Missal. Chant resources. There is also a sub-page that addresses specific questions on the Missal and the effect of the new Missal on other rites and another subpage on the Misal Romano.

OCIA: General information about the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (aka the RCIA). Catechetical and liturgical resources.

Preaching Links: Resources for scripture study and preaching.

Influenza page: Questions regarding the flu (and other infections) and liturgical practice.
                         This page also contains the latest information and guidance regarding the                                     COVID-19 Pandemic.

VISION 2020: Liturgy Resources / Evangelization Resources
 

Laudato Si’ Week 2021, to be held May 16-25, will be the crowning event of the Special Laudato Si’ Anniversary Year, and a celebration of the great progress the whole Church has made on its journey to ecological conversion.

Laudato Si’ Week 2021 will also be a time to reflect on what the COVID-19 pandemic has taught us and prepare for the future with hope.

On the 150th Anniversary of the naming of St. Joseph as the patron of the Universal Church, Pope Francis has dedicated a special year in his onor and announced new indulgences to assist the faithful during this pandemic.

Pope Francis' Apostolic Letter, Patris Corde
-In English
-En Español

Decree from the Apostolic Penitentiary
-English
-En Español

USCCB: Prayers in Honor of St. Joseph
-Litany of St. Joseph
-Prayer to St. Joseph after the Rosary
-Other Prayers

Resources from the FDLC