Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

March is here, bringing with it the first signs of spring - longer days, new growth, and the promise of renewal. Just as nature awakens, we are invited to open our hearts to God's presence in our lives. As the season of Lent begins with Ash Wednesday on March 5, let us be reminded to pause, reflect, and draw closer to Him. This is a time to fast, pray, and give alms. This month, let's embrace His guidance, seek His wisdom, and trust that He is leading us toward new life in Christ's Resurrection.

Please let us know how we can better serve you and your parish as we carry out our mission of evangelization to help parishes bring people to an encounter with Christ and a deeper appreciation of the Catholic faith. (Contact us at family@diocesepb.org)

May God's Mercy and Peace be with you and your family,

Cathy, Deacon Louie, Beth, Liliana, Andy,

Maria, Cindy, and Rosario

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LIVING THE TRUTH IN LOVE

This Nation, Under God

Most Reverend Gerald M. Barbarito,

Bishop of Palm Beach

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JOY OF THE FAMILY BLOG

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Author: Beth Zanotelli, Coordinator of Family Life for the Diocese of Palm Beach

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Learning How to Pray to the Saints-In Five Easy Steps

For a cradle Catholic, praying to the saints may be second nature. But for a convert? Or, perhaps a lapsed Catholic returning home after a long hiatus? Many, I would imagine, may be initially uncomfortable with this. It's one thing to understand the theology behind praying to the saints.

Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord - March 25, 2025 - Liturgical Calendar

Again Lent's austerity is interrupted as we solemnly keep a feast in honor of the Annunciation. The Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord is a mystery that belongs to the temporal rather than to the sanctoral cycle in the Church's calendar.

FOSTERING LOVE for LENT

Weekly intentions for 6 weeks of prayer, fasting, and service

Join us this Lent as we pray for all those touched by foster care. Each week during Lent, pray for a different weekly intention as we ask for God’s blessing on foster and kinship families, biological parents, and children in care. Pray every day or once a week, meditate on the Bible passage, and try to complete the weekly challenge. Click on the logo below to view the weekly challenges.

Recipes for Lent ~ From the Archives

We adore Thee O Christ, and we praise Thee, Because by Thy holy Cross Thou hast redeemed the world. Shrove Tuesday : Quick and Easy ...

All About Lent & Holy Week

All about Lent & Holy Week-Sharing the Seasons of Repentance & Salvation with Children by Katherine Bogner Illustrated by Shari Van Vranken

Liturgical Living

Different ideas and inspirations for Lent. Lenten crafts and ideas.

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JUBILEE 2025

MAKE A LOCAL PILGRIMAGE

During the Jubilee year of hope the Cathedral of St. Ignatius has been set apart as a special place of pilgrimage starting Dec 28, 2024 at the Opening of the Holy Doors for the 2025 Jubilee Year of Hope.

When to visit

The Holy Doors are open weekdays 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. for individual pilgrimage. For those who desire to make a pilgrimage outside of these hours please contact Ashlie O'Brien at the Cathedral.

For large group or parish pilgrimages please contact Ashlie O'Brien to reserve a time in the church for prayer. If desired, a priest from your group/parish may celebrate Mass during your reserved time.

Ashlie O'Brien:

(561) 622-2565

aobrien@cathedralpb.com

Jubilee 2025 Resources & Events

Join in the conversation with fellow Grandparents:

Attend the Healthcare Provider Healing Mass:

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Catholic Days the Capitol

Catholic Days at the Capitol Information and Registration

Click the Image to Join our Annual Women's Encounter

For Young Adults... Events and Resources

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Find a Local Young Adult Group

Visit our Diocese of Palm Beach Events page for upcoming local events, Holy Hours, and masses. On this page, you will find submitted events occurring in the five counties of the Diocese of Palm Beach. Events listed are hosted by a diocesan ministry or office, a school, or a parish. This is a good resource for finding fellowship or special activities.

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Rekindle your love...Upcoming Diocesan Event!

“For this reason, a man shall leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife, and the two shall become one. So, they are no longer two but one. Therefore, what God has joined together, no human being must separate.”

Mark 10:7-9

The Office of Marriage, Family Life, Faith Formation & Youth Ministry (MFLFFYM) is here to encourage couples at all stages of life to understand and live God’s plan for a happy, holy marriage by providing educational and spiritual resources.

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