Multicultural Ministries
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Please find in the above links specifics in cultures present within the diocese, notably: Hispanic Ministry, Black Ministry, Asian Pacific Ministry and Migrant Ministry Services. These sections are devoted to sharing information relative to various ministries, Masses, retreats and more. You’ll find the most up-to-date listing of those parishes within the diocese that celebrate Masses in other languages as well as the calendars of various ministries and what they have to offer in the coming year.
“The Church is a beautiful mosaic of cultures, traditions and individuals. To fulfill the gospel of Christ, to live a Christ-like life, Catholics must see Jesus in every culture … in every tradition… in every individual.”
Most Reverend Bishop Matthew H. Clark
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Rochester is comprised of a multitude of cultural backgrounds and traditions. The Diocese strives to provide information and opportunities for all to worship, pray, and celebrate their shared Catholic faith.
Blessed Are You: The Many Gifts of Culture
2007 Telly Award Winner
“As the Catholic Church endeavors to embrace its many cultures, each Catholic must focus on how Our Lord broadened the perspectives of His disciples and transformed the people that he met. Catholics must see the Face of God in all of the people in the Church. God has abundantly blessed many people of faith. Christians have a responsibility to acknowledge these blessings and give praise to Almighty God. Christians need to understand God’s entire plan. That includes recognizing and accepting the experiences of their brothers and sisters from other cultures.
Learning how other cultures spread the word of God among their people is a blessing and a gift. It is a great opportunity to share ideas and create new traditions- to examine the depths of the scriptures and truly know the Jesus who speaks to all cultures, and who came to save all.
Most Reverend Bishop Matthew H. Clark
For More Information or to Order a Copy of the Video
Please Contact:
Marangely Melendez
(585) 328-3228, ext. 1328
Bernard Grizard, Diocesan Director
(585) 328-3228, ext. 1236
