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Bishop’s statement regarding Catholics in public office

7/22/16

The Catholic Church makes its position very clear as it pertains to the protection of human life, social justice initiatives, and the importance of family life. From the very beginning, Catholic teaching informs us that every human life is sacred from conception until natural death. The right to life is a fundamental, human right for…

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Bishop calls for continued prayer after Dallas shootings

7/8/16

Bishop Francis X. DiLorenzo appeals for peace, offers prayers  in wake of shootings in Dallas, Minnesota and Louisiana  “With great sadness I learned of the heartbreaking violence that occurred last night in Dallas when multiple law enforcement officers were shot, five of them fatally, in the last minutes of what had been a peaceful protest…

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Bishop calls for peace and unity following MN, LA deaths

7/7/16

Statement by Bishop Francis X. DiLorenzo for Peace and Unity Following Deaths in Louisiana & Minnesota Richmond, VA – Bishop Francis X. DiLorenzo issued the following statement: “Today, I would like to express my deep sorrow and sadness for the loss of life that has occurred in Louisiana and Minnesota. During these difficult times, let…

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Diocese establishes new Office of Cemeteries, hires cemetery management company

5/18/16

Diocese hires Cemetery Management Company, Announces New Office of Cemeteries Bishop Francis X. DiLorenzo has authorized the Diocese of Richmond to hire Catholic Management Services, a strategic planning and professional services firm, to restore, maintain and make financially viable almost 60 cemeteries, mausoleum and columbaria within the Diocese of Richmond.

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Bishop Speaks on Year of Faith

10/1/12

My Dear Friends, As we prepare to enter into a Year of Faith in observance of the 50th anniversary of the Second Vatican Council and the 20th anniversary of the publication of the Catechism of the Catholic Church, all Catholics are called by our Holy Father to reflect on the richness of our Catholic faith…

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Bishop’s Letter on Fortnight for Freedom

5/1/12

Download Bishop’s Letter here.

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U.S Department of Health and Human Services

1/26/12

Download Bishop’s Letter on the U.S.S Department of Health & Human Services here.

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