Current Church News:
This year the Diocese of Columbus marks a very special occasion: the 50th anniversary of Bishop James A. Griffin’s priestly ordination. Bishop Griffin’s
anniversary will be celebrated with a special Mass and reception in his honor this June. All in the Diocese of Columbus are invited to join Bishop Griffin and the diocesan clergy for this
celebration.
The details are as follows:
Anniversary Mass
7:00 p.m.
June 28, 2010
St. Joseph Cathedral
212 East Broad Street
Columbus
Reception Immediately Following Mass
Lounge Room
Columbus Athletic Club
136 East Broad Street
Columbus
Healthcare Reform Statement
Because of the confusion that has been expressed among the faithful regarding the health care reform legislation that is being considered by Congress, particularly related with the recent statement by the Catholic Healthcare Association and certain leadership groups of women religious, Bishop Campbell has asked that the following statements be made available to the faithful of each parish. Please click on the links below:
The statement by Cardinal George can also be linked at http://www.usccb.org/comm/archives/2010/10-043.shtml
The statement by Bishop Murphy, Cardinal DiNardo and Bishop Wester can also be linked at http://www.usccb.org/comm/health-care-life-all.shtml
Bishop Campbell’s previously recorded comments on health care reform in audio form can be heard by linking to http://www.stgabrielradio.com/ and clicking on the healthcare button.
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St. Mary featured in Catholic Times: May 2009