Submissions
Many parishes prepare and print their bulletins 2-3 weeks in advance, while others prepare them the week of distribution. This page is continually updated with new announcements as they are submitted. To ensure announcements are available to the largest number of parishes, please submit announcements 3 weeks before the date they should appear in parish bulletins. Announcements will remain on this page until their timeliness has passed.
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Parish Event Calendar
Publicize your parish events on the diocesan website in our parish event calendar.
Directory
The diocesan directory is updated at the beginning of each month. You must be logged in to see it. If you need the password or see an error, email Anjanette Wiley at anjanette.wiley@raldioc.org.
Announcements for this week
During this time of reduced in-person Mass attendance, please also consider sharing these announcements via your parish social media accounts.
National Marriage Week
Take time to celebrate the gift of your marriage this week! National Marriage Week is February 7-14. This year's theme from USCCB is: "To Have, To Hold, To Honor." For more information and resources, visit foryourmarriage.org or dioceseofraleigh.org/marriage-and-family-life/marriage-enrichment-resources
Es tiempo de celebrar el “don de tu matrimonio”. Celebremos “la semana nacional del matrimonio”, del 7 al 14 de febrero del 2021. El tema de este año es: “recibir, prometer y respetar”. ¡Tu matrimonio vale mucho! Para más información: https://portumatrimonio.org/ y https://dioceseofraleigh.org/ministerio-hispano/recursos-para-la-formacion-de-la-pareja
Flyer: English (PDF) | Spanish (PDF)
Virtual Catholic Estate Planning Webinar
The Foundation of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Raleigh presents a virtual Catholic estate planning webinar, Tuesday, February 9, 2021, from 10:00 – 11:15 a.m.
Topics will include:
- Your 4 Key Estate Planning Documents
- Establishing Your Beneficiary Designations
- Proper Asset Titling
- Estate Planning Is For Everyone
- Planning to Protect Those You Love
- Planning to Build a World You Wish to See
Guest speakers may include:
Ryan Flood, Planned Giving Specialist, The Foundation
Charles “Chess” Griffin, Estate Planning Attorney, Kirschbaum, Nanney, Keenan & Griffin, P.A.
This is a free seminar, and no solicitations will be made. For more information or to reserve a virtual seat, call Arleane McKiver, 919-568-1065 or email arleane@FoundationDOR.org.
NC Catholics Volunteer
Join NC Catholics Volunteer in 2021 to repair and rebuild homes damaged by Hurricane Matthew and Hurricane Florence. Work sites are available and Tarboro, NC (Tar River Deanery) and in Wilmington, NC (Cape Fear Deanery).
Over 3 years after Hurricane Matthew, many families still have not returned to their homes. All experience levels are welcome to join in helping rebuild our neighbor’s homes. If you have any questions, please contact Daniel Altenau at Daniel.Altenau@ccharitiesdor.org or at (984) 900 - 3115. Spots are limited so sign up now! Visit our website for more information: www.CatholicCharitiesRaleigh.org/NCCV
Post-Abortion Healing
Please run in the parish bulletin each weekend during November, December and January. The majority of participants who reach out to Project Rachel tell us they read about this ministry in a bulletin announcement. They often say that they had to see the announcement many times before they could find the courage to call. Thank you for assisting the Project Rachel ministry. If your parish requires more brochures, please call or email us. We also have a website at: http://projectrachelnc.org/.
In Christ,
Jackie Bonk
Director, Project Rachel (919-852-1021)
Project Rachel Support Group - Abortion is experienced by millions of women, many of whom are Catholic. The Project Rachel ministry assists women and who have been wounded by abortion to find healing and peace. There is a support group beginning in the Triangle area in January 2021. If you have experienced an abortion and would like (confidential) information about the support group, contact Project Rachel at (919) 852-1021, or email: project.rachel@raldioc.org or the website: http://projectrachelnc.org/. Calls and appointments are kept strictly confidential.
Employment Opportunities
Visit the Diocese of Raleigh Employment Opportunities page for current job listings at diocesan offices, parishes and schools, as well as some regional positions: dioceseofraleigh.org/employment.
Be the Light
¡Alimenta tu relación de pareja!
Ante esta situación que actualmente viven las parroquias, donde muy pocas de ellas han retomado sus actividades presenciales y por lo tantomuy pocas oportunidades de tener retiros de parejas, la diócesis de Raleigh, en unión con el ministerio de "Testigos de Amor" (Witness to Love) te ofrecen un retiro virtual para parejas "SEAN LA LUZ". Puedes hacerlo desde la comodidad de tu casa y a la hora que desees. Además, es completamente gratis. Vívelo, aprovéchalo, fortalece tu matrimonio y alimenta tu amor.
Flyer (PDF)
Marriage Preparation
Taller diocesano de preparación matrimonial
Invitamos a todas las parejas que estén comprometidas y se encuentren en el proceso de recibir el Sacramento del Matrimonio, a participar en el taller diocesano de preparación matrimonial. Este taller consiste de un día: de 8:30 am a 4:00pm. En este día, las parejas profundizarán en su vocación al Sacramento del Matrimonio, y obtendrán herramientas que les ayudarán, no solo a prepararse para el día de la boda, sino para su vida matrimonial. Los temas que se tratarán en el taller son: “El Matrimonio como sacramento”; La economía en el hogar”, “Comunicación y resolución de conflictos”, “Amor y sexualidad”, “La Planificación Natural de la Familia” y “El perdón”, entre otros. Las fechas y lugares en que se llevarán a cabo estos talleres los podrás encontrar en: https://raldioc.configio.com/go/unidos2020. Para más información comunícate con Roberto Cortes, Coordinador de Vida Matrimonial, al teléfono (919) 821-9735 o envía un correo electrónico a roberto.cortes@raldioc.org.
¿Te Gustaría servirle a Dios junto con tu pareja?
Si estás sintiendo el llamado de Dios a servir a los demás, te invitamos a servir en pareja en este ministerio de vida matrimonial. Estamos buscando matrimonios que nos ayuden en la preparación de las parejas que se van a casar. Puedes aportar tus talentos y ponerte al servicio del Señor. Llevarás a cabo una función de acuerdo a tus capacidades y además podrás aprender desarrollar otras funciones. Solo necesitamos tus “ganas de servir”, contáctanos. Para más información comunícate con Roberto Cortes, Coordinador de Vida Matrimonial, al teléfono (919) 821-9735 o envía un correo electrónico a roberto.cortes@raldioc.org.
Courage / Encourage
COURAGE is a prayer and fellowship group that assists individuals with same-sex attractions (or SSA) to live chaste lives in accordance with the teachings of the Catholic Church. Meetings are for men and women, and strict confidentiality is maintained. For more information email: courage.sacred.heart@gmail.com. Or call: (919) 289-9489
EnCourage is the affiliate support group for parents, friends and family members of loved ones with SSA. EnCourage helps members to focus on their own spiritual development and offers a supportive environment to share information and guidance for maintaining healthy relationships with our loved ones. For more information, email encourage.sacred.heart@gmail.com. Or call: (984) 221-0730. Strict confidentiality is maintained.