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The theme for the 2020 Catholic Services Appeal is “We are called…” which is the invitation from the prophet Micah in sacred scripture. At a time when our communities are facing public health and social justice challenges, we reflect on our Christian invitation to be called to justice, goodness, and walking humbly with our God.
The Catholic Services Appeal is an opportunity to respond to our call as Catholics to contribute to the needs of the poor and the many good works of over 100 ministries and programs throughout the Archdiocese. The Appeal allows us to support our 110 parishes, our schools, our priests, deacons, and lay ministers, and our seminarians as they continue their formation.
In this climate of uncertainty, may we cultivate hope instead of fear and embrace an opportunity to truly purify our priorities.
Click on the video below for an advance viewing of the inspiring message for CSA 2020.
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By Leisa Schulz, Superintendent of Schools for the Archdiocese of Louisville
We are “Leading with Hope” during this 2020-21 school year. While the start of every school year is marked with anticipation, excitement, and a bit of apprehension, the opening for 2020-21 was unparalleled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Archbishop Kurtz, in his “Hope in the Lord” The Record column from August 13 said, “Hope is the theological virtue that assures us of God’s presence and power in good times and in bad.”
Our spring and summer startled us with a loss of normalcy, uncertainty, and fear as we remained healthy at home and transitioned to remote learning. We relied on God, on one another, and our communities – families, schools, and parishes – for strength and support. We know that we are part of something larger, and it takes all of us working together to accomplish what God intends for us.
We planned for two weeks of classes based on inclement weather plans and quickly pivoted after spring break to provide six additional weeks of focused lessons, check-ins with students to see how they were doing, and worship opportunities with live-streamed prayers and school liturgies. In the midst of such great change, our teachers and principals provided stability while innovating to meet the changing conditions our students were experiencing.
Our school year began with new, necessary, and enhanced protocols to protect the health and well-being of our students, teachers, staff, and administrators. We have all become very familiar with daily health screenings, masks, social distancing, and hygiene practices. Again, it will take all of us working together, supporting and practicing these protocols inside and outside of our Catholic schools, to mitigate the spread of the virus. I urge everyone’s continued cooperation with these practices.
All of our schools also are focusing on the areas of social emotional learning, curriculum to meet student needs, and remote learning. We embrace and recognize the gifts our teachers bring to the classroom every day delivering...Read More
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On Conversations with Archbishop Kurtz, Archbishop Kurtz and Chancellor Dr. Brian Reynolds discuss Church teaching about the sin of racism.
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To view other segments from September's Conversations go here.
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September 1
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August 30
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Rejoice as newly confirmed of Saint Martin de Porres church in Louisville rejoice in the Holy Spirit. This is the 30th anniversary of Saint Martin de Porres Parish.
August 17
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See the opening video from the virtual National Association of Pastoral Musicians Convention, including a greeting from me:
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September 3
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Blessed feast day to St. Gregory Church in Samuels!
September 2
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This weekend, we were honored to welcome a new group of men as permanent deacons for our Archdiocese. See a video of the ceremony:
August 30
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Blessed feast day to Little Sisters of the Poor on the feast of St. Jeanne Jugan!
August 15
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Resources & Recommendations |
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This month, we're highlighting some helpful and timely resources for Catholics throughout the Archdiocese. We encourage you to check out the resources below.
Racial Justice
See Archbishop Kurtz’s column in the September 10 issue of The Record for information about Kentucky native, Daniel Rudd, Mr. Rudd’s efforts to promote racial justice, and plans to memorialize his life and work.
Catechetical Sunday
Sunday, September 20, is Catechetical Sunday, the day on which we commission and thank all those called to catechetical ministry. The theme this year is “I received from the Lord what I also handed on to you.” For more information, go here.
Conversations with Archbishop Kurtz
During segment one of September’s Conversations with Archbishop Kurtz, Chancellor Dr. Brian Reynolds and Archbishop Kurtz discuss the COVID-19 pandemic and how it has affected the Church and the world and in segment three, they discuss the Church’s teaching about the sin of racism. In segment two of Conversations, Archbishop Kurtz welcomes guest Annette-Mandley Turner, Executive Director of the Office of Multicultural Ministry, to talk about the work of her office and her decades-long work to combat racism in our Church and our communities.
Conversations airs on the Faith Channel (Spectrum channels 19 and digital channel 279) on Tues. at 7 p.m., Wed. at 10 a.m., Fri. at 7 p.m., and Sat. at 4 p.m. It is on radio stations WLCR 1040 AM, Breadbox Media, and WLHN 95.3 FM in Meade County. In addition, Conversations can be downloaded for no charge through iTunes. Conversations also is available on Bardstown Cable Channel 19 (BRTV) at 7 p.m. on the first two Monday nights of the month and on Bardstown’s PLG TV on Tuesday afternoons at 4 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays at 11:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Conversations is online here.
#maskupArchLou
The Record is organizing a campaign to promote mask wearing. Share a selfie in your mask to show how you are helping to keep the community healthy. Use the hashtag #maskupArchLou and tag The Record and the Archdiocese of Louisville so we can share your pic:
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COVID-19
Information about streaming liturgies, messages from Archbishop Kurtz, prayer resources, and resources for families can be found here.
This section also contains the “Healthy at School” System Re-Entry Plan for 2020-2021 here.
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