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Today we celebrate the Feast of St. John the Apostle, the beloved disciple who rested his head on Jesus' heart at the Last Supper. At the foot of the cross, Jesus entrusted his mother Mary to John's care, and John took her into his home.

St. John, pray for us!
December 27, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Snowy weekend plans? Discover the beauty of the Epiphany with your family!
Visit archny.org/seasonofjoy and scroll down to find our FREE 12 Days of Christmas Activity Book.
December 27, 2025 at 1:02 PM
On this day after Christmas as we continue to rejoice in the birth of Christ, we remember the first Christian martyr, Saint Stephen. As he faced persecution, he looked to heaven and prayed for those who opposed him, revealing the true meaning of forgiveness and unwavering devotion to Christ.
December 26, 2025 at 4:05 PM
A Blessed and Merry Christmas from the Archdiocese of New York!
December 25, 2025 at 9:00 AM
This evening at St. Patricks Cathedral, Cardinal Dolan will place the Christ Child in the manger marking the moment we celebrate the birth of our Savior. As we gather for this sacred tradition, we're reminded of the gift of Christmas. May this Christmas Eve fill your hearts with peace, hope & joy!
December 24, 2025 at 1:08 PM
Today we honor St. John of Kanty, a Polish priest and scholar known for his humility, generosity, and care for the poor. He reminds us that holiness is found in faithful daily living and love for those in need.

May his example inspire us to live with humble and generous hearts.
December 23, 2025 at 2:35 PM
As we light the fourth candle on our Advent wreath, we rejoice in the nearness of Christ's birth. On this final Sunday before Christmas, let us prepare our hearts with joyful anticipation. Emmanuel, God with us, is almost here!
December 21, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Today, Archbishop-designate Ronald A. Hicks joined His Eminence Timothy Cardinal Dolan in meeting the faithful and staff of the Archdiocese of New York, a day marked by warm encounters, shared prayer, and hope for the future.
December 18, 2025 at 9:28 PM
Welcome to the Most Reverend Ronald A. Hicks
Join us in prayer as the faithful of New York welcome Bishop Ronald A. Hicks as the head of the Archdiocese of New York.
December 18, 2025 at 11:23 AM
Today is Reconciliation Monday!
Confession is available in parishes throughout the day and evening, giving you the opportunity to begin Christmas with a heart made new.

Whether it's been months or many years God’s mercy is bigger than your fear.

Visit archny.org/parish-finder
December 15, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Tomorrow is Reconciliation Monday!
Parishes throughout the archdiocese will offer extended hours for the Sacrament of Confession. No matter how long it’s been, Christ is waiting with open arms.
archny.org/parish-finder
December 14, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Third Sunday of Advent Gaudete Sunday
Today the Church invites us to rejoice as we move closer to the birth of Christ. Even in the midst of waiting, we are reminded that God’s promise is near, and His light is already breaking into our world.
December 14, 2025 at 10:00 AM
This Monday is Reconciliation Monday
As we draw nearer to Christmas, we’re invited to prepare our hearts to welcome the Lord with renewed peace and grace.

If it has been a long time since your last confession, you are not alone—this is a beautiful moment to return.

Visit archny.org/parish-finder
December 13, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Today we celebrate St. Lucy, a courageous young martyr whose name means light. In a time of great darkness, she remained steadfast in her faith, becoming a beacon of hope for Christians throughout the centuries.

St. Lucy, pray for us!
December 13, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Reconciliation Monday is almost here!

On December 15th, take a moment this Advent to prepare your heart for Christ. Confession is a beautiful way to begin again with mercy, peace, and a fresh start in God’s grace.

To find a church near you, visit archny.org/parish-finder.
December 12, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Desde las calles de Nueva York hasta el altar de la Catedral de San Patricio, los fieles se reunieron con alegría y devoción para honrar a Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe.
Gracias a todos los que procesionaron, oraron y celebraron con nosotros hoy.

¡Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe, ruega por nosotros !
December 12, 2025 at 5:00 PM
On this feast day, we remember Mary’s appearance to St. Juan Diego—speaking words of comfort, filling his tilma with roses, and leaving her miraculous image for generations to come.

Our Lady of Guadalupe, pray for us!
December 12, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Marian Lessons and Carols
Church of St Vincent Ferrer
December 12, 2025 • 7–8 PM
869 Lexington Avenue, NYC

Advent Mass
St. John Chrysostom’s Church
December 14, 2025 • 4 PM
985 E 167th St, Bronx, NY
December 11, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Today we honor Pope St. Damasus (366–384), who strengthened the early Church, promoted the veneration of the martyrs, and commissioned St. Jerome to translate the Scriptures into Latin. A saint whose legacy still shapes our faith today.
December 11, 2025 at 10:00 AM
As Cardinal Dolan’s Advent open-house tour continues, he leads us to the Pietà at the back of St. Patrick’s Cathedral, a place of devotion where mothers often pray for their children and find consolation, inviting us to reflect on Mary’s role as the Mother of God and on Christ’s love.
December 10, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Today, we celebrate the Memorial of Our Lady of Loreto and honor the Holy House where Mary received the angel’s message and responded with her faithful “yes.” In this season of Advent, may her humility and openness to God’s plan inspire us to welcome Christ into our homes and into our hearts.
December 10, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Second Sunday of Advent
On this second Sunday of Advent, we light the candle of peace. As we wait for the coming of Christ, we pray for hearts made gentle, relationships restored, and a world renewed by God’s mercy.
May the Prince of Peace calm our fears and guide our steps toward hope.
December 9, 2025 at 6:59 PM
On this feast of St. Juan Diego Cuauhtlatoatzin, we honor the quiet faith and steadfast trust of the man chosen by Our Lady of Guadalupe to share her message of love.

May his example inspire us to listen for God’s voice and serve with humility.

NY Catholic Church
December 9, 2025 at 6:37 PM
Today we celebrate Mary conceived without sin, prepared from the first moment of her life to become the Mother of Jesus. In her perfect openness to God’s grace, we see the beauty of God’s plan & the promise of what His love can accomplish in us. Mary’s “yes” makes possible the birth of our Savior!
December 8, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Day 8 of Advent

Today, Cardinal Dolan reflects on the baptismal font—the place found in every parish where our life in Christ begins. From this sacred water, we are welcomed into God’s family, washed in grace, and given a new identity as sons and daughters of the Lord.
December 7, 2025 at 2:01 PM