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June 11
In accordance with his wishes, the Archbishop John G. Vlazny Fund was established following his passing to honor his legacy and commitment to priestly formation. Your generous gifts to this endowed fund will provide scholarships for seminarians of the Archdiocese of Portland attending Mount Angel Seminary.Read More -
June 10
In celebration of the Jubilee Year, the Archbishop invites clergy and lay faithful across the Archdiocese to come together in a public celebration of our Eucharistic faith. On Sunday, June 22, 2025, four major Corpus Christi processions will take place at Jubilee Pilgrimage sites in Portland, Salem, Springfield/Eugene, and Central Point/Medford, to share the love of Christ with our communities.Read More -
May 27
With gratitude for their priestly service to the people of the Archdiocese, the Most Rev Alexander K. Sample announces the following parish assignments and priest updates (effective July 1, 2025 unless otherwise noted)Read More -
May 25
As a great spiritual father, Archbishop Vlazny led the local Church in the Archdiocese of Portland through some of its most challenging days. He was a man who always fully exhibited the joy of the Gospel and was widely renowned for his wonderful laugh, kindness and thoughtfulness... Read moreRead More -
May 23
The 6.8 mile procession from St. Mary to St. Alice will depart St. Mary at 2pm. The procession will travel through downtown Eugene, Alton Baker Park via the North Bank Trail, and downtown Springfield to St. Alice where it will conclude with Benediction.Read More -
May 14
Three parishes from the Marion Vicariate came together for one of the largest regional Confirmation Masses in the Archdiocese at St. Mary Catholic Church in Mount Angel.Read More
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May 9 - June 24
The Serra Club of Portland is partnering with the office of Vocations of our Archdiocese of Portland to bring the Vocation Monstrance blessed by Pope Saint John Paul II to our local churches. The goal is to build a culture of vocations” by inviting the faithful to pray for the increase of vocations to the priesthood, religious and consecrated life between May 11-June 24, 2025.Read More -
Saturday, June 21, 11:00 AM
Join us as three Portland seminarians—Nicholas Martell, Shawn Daniel, and Zachary Muñoz—are ordained to the diaconate. All priests are invited to concelebrate, and all deacons are invited to assist. Please bring your white diocesan vestments.Read More -
Sunday, June 22
Join us as we carry our Eucharistic Lord into the streets of Portland. The celebration begins with Holy Mass at 2:00 PM, followed immediately by a Eucharistic procession. Confessions will be available from 1:00 to 3:00 PM in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese.Read More -
Sunday, June 22
The 6.8 mile procession from St. Mary to St. Alice will depart St. Mary at 2:00 PM. The procession will travel through downtown Eugene, Alton Baker Park via the North Bank Trail, and downtown Springfield to St. Alice where it will conclude with Benediction.Read More -
Sunday, June 22
The Rogue Valley Eucharistic Procession begins at 2:30 PM with Exposition at Sacred Heart in Medford, followed by a 5.4-mile walk to Shepherd of the Valley in Central Point for Benediction around 5:00 PM.Read More -
Sunday, June 22
The procession at St. Vincent de Paul in Salem will begin directly after the 2:00 PM Spanish Mass.Read More -
June 24 - June 27
Join Holy Rosary Dominican Parish from June 24-27, 2025, for this year’s conference, "Manna from Heaven: The Bread of Life in the Eucharist." Engage in thoughtful discussions, deepen your understanding of the Eucharist, and connect with others in faith. This gathering offers an opportunity for reflection, learning, and spiritual renewal.Read More -
Wednesday, June 25
Join Deacon David Hammes, cemetery chaplain, as he leads the Rosary and Litany for the Faithful Departed in prayerful remembrance of our beloved dead. These monthly gatherings take place on the serene and sacred grounds of Gethsemani Funeral Home and Cemetery, as well as Mt. Calvary Catholic Cemetery, offering a peaceful setting for reflection, intercession, and hope in the Resurrection.Read More
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15 hours agoVatican Media Fernando Moscardó (center) and his friend Patricia (far left) meet with Pope Leo XIV and Bishop Mikel Garciandía of Palencia (right) after the Holy...
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