Bishop Henning on Celebrating the Mass of the Holy Spirit

"At this time of year, it is common to celebrate Masses of the Holy Spirit. The best known of these are the 'Red Masses' celebrated near the opening of the Supreme Court session. Called 'red' due to the red vestments worn by the clergy at such Masses, they take place across the United States offering those who work in the law an opportunity to seek divine wisdom and blessing.

"Many Catholic schools follow the same tradition in the first week or two after the opening of school, invoking the Spirit upon the school community and its sacred work of educating and forming the young. . . ."

In a recent commentary, Bishop Richard G. Henning, bishop of the Diocese of Providence (RI), reflected on the importance of praying for Catholic schools and their faculty, staff, students, and mission.

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The State of Hope: Celebrating the Mass of the Holy Spirit (14 SEP 23)