All are invited to the Chrism Mass at St. Mary Cathedral

Chrism Mass will take place 10:30 a.m. Holy Thursday

On Holy Thursday morning priests, deacons, and representatives from the parishes of the diocese will join Bishop Boyea at the Chrism Mass. During the Mass Bishop Boyea will consecrate the holy oils: the Oil of the Sick; the Oil of Catechumens (converts to the Catholic faith); and the Sacred Chrism used for anointing during the sacraments of baptism, confirmation and Holy orders (ordination of priests). After the Chrism Mass, the oils will be made available to the parish representatives who will take them back to their parishes for use during the Easter Vigil and throughout the year.