Church of Saint Ann

Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M., dedicated his 2020 Lenten reflection on the story of Peter’s role in Christ’s Passion. Excerpts follow: Except for Jesus, no figure receives more attention in the Passion narratives than Peter. The evangelists differ in recounting many significant details about Jesus’ final days – what he said at the Last Supper, who was present at his crucifixion, what words he spoke from the Cross – but the four Gospels agree in relating that Peter denied Jesus three times. Nowhere else in the Passion narratives do all the Gospels so specifically converge.

Ten priests of the Diocese will share reflections for a new diocesan video series entitled “Living Lent.” Produced by the Department of Multimedia Production, the project will feature 2-3 minute reflections from each priest offering viewers a deeper understanding of the upcoming Penitential season.

This year’s DYC had as its theme: “Inspired – You are the light of the world,” from Matthew 5:13-16. The event featured keynote addresses, a service project, lunch, Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, Confession and Mass with Bishop David M. O’Connell, C.M.