Diocese of Jackson

Today we celebrate Administrative Professionals Day and give thanks for the dedicated staff who serve our parishes, schools and diocesan offices. Your work helps support the mission of the Church in ways seen and unseen. Thank you for all you do.

A historic moment for the Diocese of Jackson. Watch the Mass of Thanksgiving & Closing Session of the Diocesan Phase of the Cause for Servant of God Sister Thea Bowman, FSPA (Feb. 9, 2026). Her cause now moves forward to the Vatican. ▶️ youtu.be/KwyIVqzh-Mw #SisterTheaBowman

Hope Rising | 2026 Catholic Service Appeal (CSA) – Diocese of Jackson. Your gift supports ministries that strengthen our Church and serve communities across Mississippi. youtu.be/AUos2x9baKk

Registration open: Young Adult Spring Retreat: Steadfast Love: Encountering God’s Mercy 📅 April 11 | 11:30 AM–5 PM 📍 Locus Benedictus, Greenwood 💲 $20 (lunch included) Faith talks, small groups, Adoration, Reconciliation, kickball & Mass! bit.ly/2026YASpringRe…

❄️ Severe weather guidance: There is no obligation to attend Mass when travel is unsafe. Please prioritize safety. Read more: jacksondiocese.org/news/guidance-…

We lift up our prayers for pilgrims from the Diocese of Jackson and for tens of thousands from across the country gathering in Washington, D.C., for the National March for Life. This peaceful witness reminds the world that every life is sacred, valued and worthy of protection.

📰 The latest issue of Mississippi Catholic is here! Read the digital edition now: issuu.com/jacksondiocese… Be on the lookout — the print edition will be arriving in mailboxes soon. Thank you for reading and supporting your diocesan newspaper!

As Bishop Joseph R. Kopacz arrives in the Holy Land, we ask you to join us in prayer for the Church and people of the region. A land of promise. A people of hope. A pilgrimage of encounter. ▶️ Watch: youtu.be/L4ASzAPmaAA

Bishop Joseph R. Kopacz and the Diocese of Jackson strongly condemn the arson attack on Beth Israel Congregation. This evil, senseless, and destructive act is an offense against all faith traditions and all people of goodwill. Read the full statement: bit.ly/4pC0PxI

📰 The December 26 issue of Mississippi Catholic is here! Read the digital edition now: issuu.com/jacksondiocese… Be on the lookout — the print edition will be arriving in mailboxes soon. Thank you for reading and supporting your diocesan newspaper!

This Christmas, Bishop Joseph Kopacz shares a message of hope and peace for the people of the Diocese of Jackson. May the light of Christ’s birth renew our faith and draw us closer to God and one another this holy season. youtu.be/AoifbYDE4So?si… via @YouTube

The Retired Religious Second Collection is this weekend across the diocese. Please be generous.

📰 The December 12 issue of Mississippi Catholic is here! Read the digital edition now: issuu.com/jacksondiocese… Be on the lookout — the print edition will be arriving in mailboxes soon. Thank you for reading and supporting your diocesan newspaper!

Today we celebrate the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary, a Holy Day of Obligation honoring Mary. Please check with your local parish for Mass times as communities across the diocese gather to honor our Blessed Mother.

Pray for seminarian Will Foggo as he’s ordained a transitional deacon this weekend! 📅 Sat., Nov. 29 | 10:30 a.m. 📍 Cathedral of St. Peter the Apostle, Jackson #PrayForVocations #DiaconateOrdination #JacksonVocations

Jackson Metro parents — last chance! Catholic School Survey closes TONIGHT at 11 p.m. Take it here: tinyurl.com/JacksonCatholi…

The new Mississippi Catholic is here — our Nov. 21 digital-only edition! Read the latest news and stories from across the diocese: issuu.com/jacksondiocese… Sign up to get future editions by email: jacksondiocese.flocknote.com/MSCatholic

As National Vocations Awareness Week comes to a close, we thank God for our seminarians and pray for many more to follow His call. Together, we’re on the way to 33 seminarians by 2030! #PrayForVocations #JacksonVocations #33by2030

Pray for seminarian Will Foggo as he’s ordained a transitional deacon this month! 📅 Sat., Nov. 29 | 10:30 a.m. 📍 Cathedral of St. Peter the Apostle, Jackson #PrayForVocations #DiaconateOrdination #JacksonVocations

A humble servant of God, St. Martin de Porres devoted his life to mercy, healing, and unity. May his example inspire us to see Christ in every person we meet.