Our Lady of Refuge Mass
Remembering Chaldean Saints
Our historical saints hold a cherished place in our diocese, embodying the faith and resilience that inspire us today
A Message From Bishop Francis Regarding The Opening Ceremony of the Olympics
Dear brothers and sister in Christ,
Last week, the Catholic Church in the United States celebrated the Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis, Indiana which drew an estimated 60,000 Catholics from around the country to draw close in worship to Jesus Christ in the Eucharist. The event rekindled a piety and love of Jesus in the Most Blessed Sacrament, the very center of our lives as Christians. Jesus himself tells us, “I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me will never hunger, and whoever believes in me will never thirst.” (John 6:35)
Recently, the world huddled around their TVs watching the opening ceremony of the Olympic games in Paris, France and were shocked and disgusted to find a direct attack on the Eucharist with drag queens mocking the Last Supper.
Therefore, I am calling on Chaldeans throughout the Diocese to join me in praying a nine-day novena for the Adoration of the Eucharist. The novena will be posted daily via the social media outlets of the Diocese. Please try to pray the prayers, if possible, in a Eucharistic Chapel. Send the prayers to your family and friends, and, better yet, pray it with them!
In all things, we give glory and praise to Jesus Christ. As Christians and His disciples, we fight evil with love!
Your Servant in Christ,
+Bishop Francis Y. Kalabat
Chaldean Catholic Diocese of St. Thomas the Apostle
Patriarch Welcomed Back to Iraq
A message from the office of Bishop Francis:
This past week the Prime Minister of Iraq welcomed our Patriarch, His Beatitude Mar Louis Raphael Sako, on his return to Baghdad. In welcoming the Patriarch, the Prime Minister stressed the importance of his presence and role in Baghdad and Iraq.
This is welcome and joyful news for the Chaldean Catholic Church and in thanksgiving for the return of the Patriarch to Baghdad after several months of issues, this weekend’s Masses will be offered for the Church, Her shepherds, as well as the country of Iraq.
March for Life 2024
Registration for the March for Life 2024 in Washington DC is now open!
Join our Diocese and the Office of Life as we march alongside thousands of others, peacefully praying and protesting for the protection and dignity of our unborn brothers and sisters.
This year, the theme is “With every woman, for every child.” Together, we march for life and together, we can make a difference.
Please visit life.chaldeanchurch.org for more information!
Holy Week and Easter Schedules 2023
View the 2023 Holy Week & Easter schedules for Chaldean Diocese of St. Thomas the Apostle parishes.
UPDATE: General Dispensation Lifted for Chaldean Diocese
Beginning Saturday, March 27, 2021 (Palm Sunday weekend) the general obligation of attending Mass on Sundays and Holy Days of Obligation will be reinstated for the entire Chaldean Diocese.