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Diocesan Updates

Weekly E-Communication Update Information

Last Updated on Wednesday, April 15, 2026
- Each week parish and diocesan updates will be linked here from our parish electronic communication. Check back each Friday to view updates.
- Prayer for Our Military
  
  Please pray for the following parishionersand loved ones who actively serve in the military:
  
  Major Josh Burris, U.S. Airforce
  Jonathan D. Campbell MM1(SS), U.S. Navy
  Major Nicholas Corby, U.S. Army
  Captain Brendan Echausse, U.S. Army
  MIDN Maria Celeste Kistler. U.S. Navy
  Samantha R. Little, U.S. Airforce
  Dane Mescall, U.S. Navy
  2nd Lt. James Pirinelli
  Captain John Ruiz, U.S. Army
  2nd Lt. Rebecca Wicklin, U.S. Army
  Sgt. Olivia Wood, U.S. Army
- Formation Updates
  
  Information about all of our Formation programs for all ages can be found under the “FORMATION” tab above.
Diocesan Updates
- First Saturday at Holy Name of Jesus Cathedral
  These Saturdays honor Our Lady of Fatima’s request for 1st Saturdays, a Rosary and the Divine Chaplet will be prayer each month.
- Expanding our mission:
  New Catholic high school opening 2028
  In collaboration with Cardinal Gibbons High School, the Diocese of Raleigh will open a new high school in the fall of 2028.
  
  This initiative advances the diocese's broader plan to expand its high school presence in the Triangle. Learn more here.
- NeighborUp (Dorcas Ministry) Volunteering
  Join our team of over 600 volunteers in helping to change lives in our community daily. Our volunteers work in the Thrift Shop, Food Pantry, Crisis Center, Client Advocacy, Career Coaching, and more!
  
  Learn more
- Worldwide Marriage Encounter
  
  Make a good marriage a great one by attending a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Experience on May 1 - 3, 2026, in RALEIGH, NC, May 29-31, 2026 in HICKORY, NC, or Nov. 6 - 8, 2026 in EMERALD ISLE, NC. Early sign-up is recommended.
  For more information, visit our website at https://NCMarriageDiscovery.org or
  contact us at [email protected] or 919-740-7435.
  
  Students for Life of America (SFLA) West Cary Chapter invites you to join us! West Cary SFLA is open to all pro-life 8th-12th graders who are pro-life and want to make an impact in the Pro-Life movement! We meet multiple times a month for business meetings, social events, volunteer projects, protests, and much more!
  
  If you are interested in joining us or learning more about our club you can visit our website. If you would like to join us please fill out the 2023-2024 Interest Form or email Charlotte Swannack, President of the West Cary Chapter, at [email protected].
- Meals on Wheels Volunteers Needed
  
  Meals On Wheels is in need of volunteers for route positions along with substitute positions. If interested please contact Collette, Wake MOW Cary Site Coordinator, at 9 1 9 . 8 3 0 . 1 5 6 6 from 9:30am – 12:30pm M-F or email: [email protected].
- St. Thomas More Academy Theater
  April 16, 17, 18, 24, & 25
  Swept Away is a haunting tale of redemption after experiencing life and death at sea, featuring the music of the Avett Brothers and STMA Theater's first all-male cast!
  
  The musical is based on the landmark English criminal case Queen v Dudley and Stephens, involving the events of the Mignonette ship in 1884, which inspired the Avett Brothers' 2004 album Mignonette.
  Get tickets here.
  
  Calling all GOLFERS!
  Join Catholic Charities on August 10, 2026 for the 9^th Annual Drive Out Hunger Golf Outing at Prestonwood Country Club, Cary, NC. Register as a golfer or sponsor! Entry includes Captain's Choice Tournament, Light Breakfast, Boxed Lunch & Cocktail Reception. Your participation in this event will help support our 7 food pantries which distribute over 3 million pounds of food each year.
  REGISTER NOW. https://www.catholiccharitiesraleigh.org/event/golf-2026/.
  For questions, please contact Katey Fithian, Chief Development Officer, at [email protected] or by phone at 984-900-3119.
- NC Catholics Volunteer
  
  Join NC Catholics Volunteer, a program of Catholic Charities, this year as we repair homes damaged by Hurricane Florence in the Cape Fear Region! Volunteers from all areas and of all experience levels are encouraged to participate!
  
  If you have any questions, please contact Jo-El Sidbury at [email protected]. Spots are limited so sign up now! www.CatholicCharitiesRaleigh.org/NCCV
- Project Rachel Support Group
  
  Abortion is one of the most common procedures in the U.S., experienced by millions of women, many of whom are Catholic. Abortion creates a wound in post-abortive women (and men), resulting in spiritual and emotional problems. The Project Rachel ministry assists women and men who have been wounded by abortion to find truth and healing. There is a confidential support group beginning in the Triangle area in late September. If you have experienced an abortion and would like more information about the support group, contact Project Rachel at (919) 852-1021 or [email protected]. For more information, go to https://rachelnc.org/ (website). Calls and appointments are kept strictly confidential.
- Spanish Retrouvaille
  
  (pronounced retro-vi) has helped tens of thousands of couples at all stages of disillusionment or misery in their marriage. This program can help you too. For confidential information about or to register for the Summer program in Spanish beginning with a weekend on July 19-21 call 305-915-4607 (Spanish and English) or email: [email protected] or visit the web site at www.HelpOurMarriage.com
- Divine Mercy Radio
  
  NCs largest Catholic radio station, Catholic 540-AM Divine Mercy Radio has added a new radio show from EWTN to our local Catholic radio station’s weekday line-up. The SonRise Morning Show – with co-hosts Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell – will air weekdays from 6-8 a.m. Listen on-air OR on the FREE Divine Mercy Radio App.
Catholic School Information
- Mary Magdalene School Information
  Are you interested in a Catholic Education for your child next school year?
  Email: [email protected]
  
  St. Thomas More Academy
  STMA is located at 3109 Spring Forest Road, Raleigh, NC. Please call 919-576-7064 or email [email protected] with questions or to schedule a visit. For more information visit: www.stmacademy.org
- St. Michael School Information
  
  Applications are also being accepted for all grade levels, PreK – Grade 8. Come tour with us and learn about our focus on developing the whole person through excellent academics, and our core values of reverence, service, and leadership! Contact us at [email protected] or 919-468-6150.
  Click here to request information about St. Michael School.
- Cristo Rey Research Triangle is a college and career preparatory high school in the Catholic tradition for students who might not otherwise have access to a high-quality secondary education at an affordable cost. We are unique! Our students integrate a rigorous academic curriculum with four years of professional work experience and support to and through college. WE ARE CRISTO REY!