These appointments demonstrate the Eparchy’s dedication to providing strong leadership and committed service to the community, while reinforcing its unwavering commitment to protecting children.

To counteract the increasing anger, fear, and heated arguments found in political rhetoric, the U.S. Catholic bishops propose the moral framework of Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship to help heal these bitter divisions.

The Church follows the computation of time according to the civil calendar year. However, in the Byzantine Catholic Tradition, the liturgical year begins on September 1st, while the Western Churches begin their liturgical year on the first Sunday of Advent.