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St. Joseph’s Day for Vocations
St. Joseph’s Seminary
SATURDAY, MARCH 22
Called & Gifted™ for Life Formation Day
Respect Life
SATURDAY, MARCH 29
Midday with the Mystics: Jean-Pierre de Caussade
St. Joseph’s Seminary
SATURDAY, MARCH 29
43rd Annual Good Friday Way of the Cross Pax Christi Metro New York
FRIDAY, APRIL 18
Golden Jubilee Wedding Mass Special Projects and Events, Development Office
FRIDAY, JUNE 1
EVENTS (cont.)
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Visit the Sheen Center website for information about upcoming events designed to engage dialogue and bring families together.
Upcoming events include:
MULTIPLE DATES THROUGH APRIL 6
The Return of Benjamin Lay
THURSDAY, APRIL 3
Alfredo Rodriguez: Cuban Jazz Pianist
SUNDAY, APRIL 13
The Radical Legacy of Benjamin Lay: A Gallery Exhibit
THURSDAY, MAY 1 | FRIDAY, MAY 30
Art That Heals by Irina Gorbman
TUESDAY, MAY 6
The God Box: A Daughter’s Story
The Good Newsroom
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INITIATIVES
Building Momentum Together
Prayer Cards
Click here to download digital prayer cards created by the Archdiocese of New York to nourish your spiritual life, with new cards uploaded monthly.
New York Philharmonic
Ticket Access Program
The New York Philharmonic’s Ticket Access Program makes live music more accessible by offering $10 tickets to eligible participants. Each participant may purchase tickets for up to three concerts per season, though availability is limited.
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Pax Christi Metro New York
43 rd Annual Good Friday Way of the Cross
Pax Christi Metro New York, the regional chapter of the Catholic Peace movement, is preparing for our 43rd Annual Good Friday Way of the Cross, praying the Stations of the Cross across 42nd Street in Manhattan. The Good Friday Way of the Cross is a modern-day enactment of the Stations of the Cross, and this year our focus is: “In a time of polarization and conflict, how do we follow the path of Jesus?” The Way of the Cross will begin at 8:30 AM in person at Dag Hammarskjold Plaza, across from the UN, on Friday, April 18 and will end around noon on West 42nd Street, near Holy Cross Church, between 8th and 9th Avenues.
If you have any questions about Pax Christi or this event, please do not hesitate to contact Pax Christi Metro New York at paxchristimetronewyork@gmail.com , nypaxchristi.org or 212-420-0250.
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Respect Life
40 Days for Life
March 5 – April 13
This life-saving prayer campaign is taking place at nine locations throughout the Archdiocese. It consists of forty days of prayer, fasting, and peaceful vigil at abortion facilities. For more information and to sign up to participate, visit bit.ly/ archny40daysforlife.
St. Joseph’s Seminary and College
St. Joseph’s Seminary Summer Semester Registration is Open!
St. Joseph’s Seminary has announced the 2025 Summer semester course offerings for all graduate and certificate programs in Theology. With both in-person and online classes, students can learn from top scholars in Catholic Theology while balancing a busy schedule. Classes begin May 28 and run through July 11. Students can apply today and study this summer!
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PARISH LIFE
Around the Archdiocese
Lenten Adoration with Praise and Worship
Come with us on our Epiphany40 journey to adore Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament, and to offer praise with beautiful worship songs, Scripture, and reflections. It is also a time when you are invited to experience the gift of Reconciliation.
Church of the Epiphany | 375 2nd Ave., New York, NY
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 19 | 7:00 – 9:00 PM
Men’s Lenten Retreat
Falling Into Hope: The Lenten Journey of Redemption by the Very Rev. Francis Belanger, OP We are God’s creatures but also inheritors of the Fall. Lent gives us the tools of prayer, fasting and almsgiving to rise up from our individual falls on the way to Resurrection. In this Jubilee year of Hope, we are drawn to the joy of redemption. There will be talks, discussion, Mass, adoration, confessions, and fellowship. Coffee, bagels and lunch are included. $25 to be paid at the time of registration. Open to all men 18 years and older. Registration deadline is Wednesday, March 19. To register, visit svsc.info/lentholyhour2025.
St. Vincent Ferrer Lower Church | 869 Lexington Ave., New York, NY
SATURDAY, MARCH 22 | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Christ-in-the-City: Life in the Spirit Seminar
Growth and Transformation in Christ
Sponsored by the social justice parishioners of the Justice, Peace and Integrity of Creation Committee of the parish of Holy Cross and St. John the Baptist Church. Are you ready to explore the depths of God’s love for you? This seminar will guide you on how to walk with our Lord Jesus. Together, we will uncover the beauty of faith and the joy it brings!
St. John the Baptist Church | 213 W. 30 th St., New York, NY
TUESDAY, MARCH 25 | 5:45 AM – 7:00 PM
Resurrection: The Inspiring Life of Fr. John Lee Tae-Sun
Join us for a powerful screening of Resurrection, a documentary on Fr. John Lee Tae-Sun, a Korean doctor and Salesian priest who dedicated his life to serving the people of Sudan. His inspiring story of faith, sacrifice, and hope continues to touch lives around the world. Meet members of the documentary team and Fr. Lee’s family, and be encouraged to embrace your own calling with courage and generosity.
Holy Name of Jesus – St. Gregory the Great Parish | Franciscan Community Center | 214 W. 97th St., New York, NY
SATURDAY, MARCH 29 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
APRIL 5-6, 2025
Jubilee 2025: Pilgrims of Hope A Call to Care for the Sick and Honor Healthcare Workers
Jubileo
2025: Peregrinos de Esperanza
Un Llamado a Cuidar de los Enfermos y a Honrar a los Trabajadores de la Salud
Join the Archdiocese of New York in the Jubilee of the Sick and Healthcare Workers, recognizing the dignity of those who are ill and honoring those who care for them.
• Pray for healing and for healthcare workers, including Pope Francis, who has faced health challenges with perseverance and faith.
• Visit & support the sick and homebound, offering comfort and companionship.
• Honor caregivers by expressing gratitude and recognizing their essential role.
• Attend a Jubilee Mass to reflect on Jesus’ call to heal and accompany those who suffer.
Let’s be agents of God’s mercy, bringing hope and healing to those in need, especially during this Lenten season.
Learn more: archny.org/jubilee2025
5-6 DE ABRIL DE 2025
Únase a la Arquidiócesis de Nueva York en el Jubileo de los Enfermos y los Trabajadores de la Salud, una ocasión para reconocer la dignidad de los enfermos y honrar a quienes los cuidan.
• Ore por la sanación y por los trabajadores de la salud, incluyendo al Papa Francisco, quien ha enfrentado desafíos de salud con perseverancia y fe.
• Visite y apoye a los enfermos y a los confinados en casa, brindando consuelo y compañía.
• Honre a los cuidadores expresando gratitud y reconociendo su labor esencial.
• Participe en una Misa Jubilar para reflexionar sobre el llamado de Jesús a sanar y acompañar a quienes sufren.
Seamos instrumentos de la misericordia de Dios, llevando esperanza y consuelo a los más necesitados, especialmente en este tiempo de Cuaresma.
Más información: archny.org/jubilee2025
Download your personal ”A Prayer for Caregivers” digital prayer card for iPhone or Android
MONDAY
Encounter God's Mercy in Reconciliation
Monday, April 14, 2025 | 2:00–4:00 PM & 6:00–9:00 PM
TAKE TIME TO REFLECT, RENEW, AND RECONCILE.
LU NE S
Experimente la Misericordia de Dios a través del Sacramento de la Reconciliación
Lunes, 14 de abril de 2025 | 2:00–4:00 PM y 6:00–9:00 PM
DEDIQUE UN TIEMPO PARA REFLEXIONAR, RENOVARSE Y RECONCILIARSE.
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ENGAGE YOUR CHILDREN IN THE BEAUTY OF LENT!
This Lenten season, we invite families across the Archdiocese of New York to journey together in faith with our Lenten Activity Book for Children—a fun and meaningful way to help kids grow closer to God.
This free, downloadable resource includes:
• Coloring pages that bring Lenten themes to life
• A Lenten paper chain activity to count down the days to Easter with prayer and good deeds
• A family guide for the Examination of Conscience to help children understand forgiveness and God’s mercy
Lent is a special time to pray, reflect, and prepare our hearts for Easter. This activity book is a great way to get children involved in faith-filled traditions at home, making Lent a season of learning, love, and spiritual growth for the whole family.
Download your free copy today!
