It is our sad duty to announce the passing into Eternal Life in Lebanon today of Mr. Wafiq Naim Eid. Mr. Eid was the Father of Father Ronald Eid, Pastor of St. George Maronite Church, San Antonio, Texas. He is survived by his wife, Najat Eid, his sons, Nasr, Father Ronald, Joseph and their families. The Funeral Service will take place on Sunday afternoon at 4:30 pm at Saint Georges Church, Mtolleh, Lebanon.
It is our sad duty to announce the passing of Deacon Elias Shami on Tuesday July 28, 2026, in Jacksonville, Florida. He is survived by his wife Diane, and his four children, Donna, Khalil, Michelle, and Paul. In August 1996, he was ordained a Subdeacon by Chorbishop John Faris, at Christ the King Church in Jacksonville, Florida. In February 2002, Bishop Doueihi ordained him a Deacon at Saint Maron Church in Jacksonville, Florida. he has served with much love and generosity at Saint Maron Church, and will be greatly missed.
As we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Creighton FertilityCare™ System, all are invited to participate in a special one-day Conference dedicated to promoting the beauty of Catholic marriage, the gift of human life, and the Church's vision for Natural Family Planning.
This week Patriarch Elias Howayek will be beatified in the Patriarchal Residence in Diman, Lebanon. There is something special about our Maronite Patriarchs. In particular, Blessed Estephan Douaihy and soon-to-be Blessed Elias Howayek.
We are sorry to announce the passing of Bishop Gregory Mansour's uncle, Gerald (Jerry) James Mansour Sr., at the age of 96 on Friday, July 10, 2026, in Fenton, Michigan. Gerald was born in Flint, Michigan, on December 6, 1929, to Najib and Nahil Mansour. He was the fifth of seven children. He was preceded in death by his wife, Frances. He was also preceded in death by his parents as well as his siblings, Albert, Elizabeth, Anthony, Esther, George, and Georgette.
Hearing God’s call in a world where there is so much noise is never easy. Nonetheless, we know there are men in our parishes called to the priesthood. Can we help them hear this call?
Let us discern with them, to the best of our abilities, and put them on the right path. In this way we will be privileged to accompany men who show signs of a vocation to the priesthood, as well as promote the beauty of the priesthood in all that we do.
I am happy to announce that Linda George, coordinator of the Office of Family and Sanctity of Life, is working on an initiative to begin the Women Of Grace program within our parishes. I would like to promote this group in all interested parishes.
The Maronite Servants will be hosting a new Faith Formation Online series starting Thursday September 26 through the Saint Sharbel Spiritual Life Center to help our people to learn more about our unique Maronite History.
There will be three different clergy from the Eparchy of Saint Maron presenting these sessions on three consecutive Thursdays at 8pm.
Norbert George Vogl, Jr., 92, of Colchester and Essex Junction, Vermont, passed away peacefully the morning of August 7, 2024 in the comfort of his family. He was a devoted member of Holy Cross Church in Colchester, Vermont where he was actively involved with many aspects of Catholic education; a member of the Knights of Columbus, an Eagle Scout, Cubmaster and Scoutmaster with the Boy Scouts of America, and a volunteer with civic organizations over the years.
Dear Brother Priests, Deacons/Subdeacons, Consecrated Men and Women, and Lay Faithful,
Enclosed please find an itinerary, a registration form, and a flyer for our upcoming pilgrimage to Rome for the Massabki Brothers Canonization. A word document of these is also available. If you need them, please contact Alexa at our Chancery office.
This pilgrimage was put together by Fr. Antoine Kairouz at my request. Please note that the deadline to register is August 31st.
Please make this information known widely on your social media. If you have any questions, please contact Fr. Antoine directly by email at abounaantoine13@gmail.com or by phone at 724-732-4064.
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As a result of our meeting with Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Secretary of State of the Vatican, we have decided to issue this appeal: Prayers will be held in all our churches in Lebanon, the patriarchal territories, and diaspora countries on the coming Saturday and Sunday, June 29 and 30, for the end of the war in Gaza and southern Lebanon, and for the establishment of a just and comprehensive peace in these regions.
Are you a young adult between the ages of 18 and 39? Are you looking to grow deeping in your faith and connect with other like-minded young adults from your culture and faith? Join our MYA family September 27th-29th at the Georgia Tech Hotel in Atlanta, GA for an unforgettable experience. The theme will focus on "How to pray with Scripture" and "Uniting with Christ in the Sacrifice of the Mass". The conference will include meals, breakouts, adoration, confession, fellowship and more. This year's keynote speaker will be world renowned lecturer Father Mitch Pacwa, S.J. who will be sharing his wisdom on biblical theology, with teachings from two of his books "How to Listen when God is Speaking" and "Eucharist - Bible Study for Catholics."
