Diocesan Consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary
For seventy-five years, the Blessed Virgin Mary has been our special advocate, intercessor and inspiration throughout all the joys and sorrows that the people in the 12 counties of the Diocese of Evansville have experienced. Now, as we face the continuing challenge of the COVID-19 pandemic and the unrest in our nation, it seems especially appropriate to once again turn to our Lady for her prayers and protection.
Therefore, all of the faithful are invited to join Bishop Siegel as he consecrates the Diocese of Evansville to the Immaculate Heart of the Blessed Virgin Mary on Saturday, September 12, the day we celebrate the Most Holy Name of Mary. The bishop will celebrate Mass at 9:00 am at Saint Benedict Cathedral, followed by the diocesan prayer of consecration.
It is the hope that this Consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary will open hearts more profoundly to her powerful intercession, so that she may lead us ever deeper into the love of her Son, Jesus Christ, who is the same yesterday, today and forever.
Therefore, all of the faithful are invited to join Bishop Siegel as he consecrates the Diocese of Evansville to the Immaculate Heart of the Blessed Virgin Mary on Saturday, September 12, the day we celebrate the Most Holy Name of Mary. The bishop will celebrate Mass at 9:00 am at Saint Benedict Cathedral, followed by the diocesan prayer of consecration.
It is the hope that this Consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary will open hearts more profoundly to her powerful intercession, so that she may lead us ever deeper into the love of her Son, Jesus Christ, who is the same yesterday, today and forever.
Parish Consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary
A Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, September 12 at 8:00 am at Sts. Peter & Paul followed by the diocesan prayer of consecration. More information will be available closer to the Mass time.
Vocations Office 33-day Preparation Videos beginning August 10
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The customary 33-day preparation begins on Monday, August 10. Father Tyler Tenbarge along with seminarians and priests of the dioceses will be hosting daily YouTube videos during the preparation time. You can subscribe to Evansville Vocations on YouTube to receive the videos.
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33-day Preparation Resources:
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People's lives today are often busy and challenging. Stage 1 of the Hearts Afire Parish-based Program offers individuals a quick and easy way to withdraw from the demands of daily life and enter into a peaceful interior reflection on their relationship with Christ in the context of Marian devotion. We begin with the Immaculate Heart because Mary leads us to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The end result is that, by learning to entrust ourselves to the Mother of Our Lord, we can discover a transforming trust in Jesus himself.
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