News

What a joyful day at the Vigil of Pentecost in the beautiful cathedral of St. Rufino! Bishop Domenico Sorrentino led a powerful celebration of the Eucharist, during which 52 faithful from the Diocese of Assisi-Nocera-Gualdo stepped forward to take on new ministries as lectors, acolytes, and extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion.

Bishop Gerardo Colacicco celebrates Jubilee of Hope Mass, where he spoke to a crowd of more than 300 faithful.

In recent weeks, members of Graymoor Ecumenical & Interreligious Institute (GEII) had the privilege of participating in two significant events that reflect the vibrant and evolving landscape of Christian unity in the United States.

The Friars of the Atonement are excited to unveil a new way for all to encounter this sacred space: a self-guided, immersive audio tour, available both online and throughout the grounds via scannable QR codes.

The event in celebration of St. Anthony of Padua is set for June 13-15. 

St. Anthony of Padua, a beloved 13th-century saint from Portugal, holds many titles: Franciscan preacher, Doctor of the Church, wonder worker, friend of the poor and sick. But he is perhaps best known as the patron saint of lost things.

Here is a helpful guide to help you understand your rights in uncertain moments.

The theme of the 2026 Week of Prayer for Christian Unity is “There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to the one hope of your calling." (Ephesians 4:4)

On June 5, the Franciscan Friars of the Atonement joyfully welcomed benefactors to Graymoor for our annual Heritage and Benefactor Appreciation Day – a heartfelt celebration of faith, community and gratitude.

I often meet people who have made a pilgrimage to Lourdes, the famous Marian shrine in France.  They travel there hoping for a remedy for a serious illness.  None of these people received the hoped-for cure, but you would never know it.  Because while they were not cured physically, they were healed spiritually.  Healing is different from curing.  We can be perfectly healthy and still need healing: of emotions, of memories, of relationships, the brokenness inside of us.