The Ascension by Benjamin West

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Bishop Loverde celebrating Mass at the crypt of St. Peter in the Vatican on Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI's final day as PopeFINAL WORDS: PRECIOUS AND INSTRUCTIVE

A Homily Given by Arlington Bishop Paul S. Loverde on the Sixth Sunday of Easter at Saint Thomas More Cathedral in Arlington

The final words of a person who is about to die are very precious to that person’s loved ones. Today’s gospel account provides us with some of the thoughts in the Mind and Heart of Jesus Christ, shared initially with the Twelve Apostles, on the night before He was to die on the Cross for us and for our salvation. So, His words are indeed precious to us, His disciples, and they also give us advice and assistance in our living of the faith, in our union with Him.

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PENTECOST

Pentecost signifies the end of the Easter season and the founding of the Church, when the Holy Spirit descended upon the Disciples. Bishop Paul Loverde will celebrate this feast with RCIA confirmations at the Cathedral of St. Thomas More.

BISHOP LOVERDE ON THE AIR

From radio spots to youtube addresses, the Diocese of Arlington spreads the message of the Church through all forms of media. See lectures, photos, and more from our multimedia page.

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BISHOP LOVERDE: 25 YEARS AS BISHOP

April 12 marked the 25th anniversary of the Episcopal consecration of our bishop, the Most Reverend Paul S. Loverde. Please remember him in your prayers and enjoy a special section on the website marking this milestone, including pictures, interviews and his writings.
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