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2020

  • Statement regarding Coronavirus and the Suspension of All Public Masses - Monday March 16th, 2020
    Due to growing concerns, ongoing medical advice, as well as continuing local and state government restrictions in social settings to limit the rapid spread of the Coronavirus, COVID-19, all public Masses in the Diocese of Rochester are suspended until further notice, effective immediately, March 16, 2020. Churches however, will remain accessible for private prayer, pending ...
  • Precautions concerning COVID-19, the Coronavirus Disease at Holy Mass and other gatherings - Thursday March 12th, 2020
    In response to information provided by local and state government and health officials today, March 12, 2020, concerning COVID-19, the Coronavirus Disease, Bishop Matano has issued the following guidelines: Concerning Holy Mass in the Diocese of Rochester, the following are to remain in effect until further notice: In response to information provided by local and ...
  • Ash Wednesday Masses and Liturgies - Thursday February 20th, 2020
  • James Tauzel appointed Superintendent of Catholic Schools - Thursday February 13th, 2020
    Bishop Salvatore R. Matano, in consultation with the Diocesan School Board, has appointed Mr. James Tauzel as Superintendent of Catholic Schools, effective immediately. Mr. Tauzel had been serving since September 2019 as interim Superintendent. Mr. Tauzel, who previously served as Coordinator of Curriculum and Instruction for the Diocese of Rochester, holds a Master of Education in ...