Diocese of Raleigh

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Eastern North Carolina, in the United States, falls under the Diocese of Raleigh (Latin: Dioecesis Raleighiensis), a Catholic diocese that is suffragan to the Archdiocese of Atlanta. Luis Rafael Zarama serves as bishop, and Holy Name of Jesus Cathedral in Raleigh was recently consecrated.

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• Diocese of Raleigh to host Respect Life Leader Gathering

  The Diocese of Raleigh will host a Respect Life Leader Collaborative Gathering on Tuesday, October 6, 2026. The event is designed for parish leaders who assist their pastors with the legal defense of the unborn and efforts to build a culture of life. The gathering begins at 10:00 a.m. at the Catholic Center. Presentations scheduled for 10:30 a.m. include Deacon Josh Klickman discussing the diocese's Human Life and Dignity Ministry, Dr. Bill Pincus, president of North Carolina Right to Life, providing an update on abortion in North Carolina, and Savannah O'Brian, director of Students for Life Carolinas, sharing updates on student activity. The program includes lunch at noon followed by a period for collaboration and fellowship.

  Sep 24, 2026 · Life & Family

• Mass for Deceased Clergy

  Bishop Luis Zarama will celebrate Mass for all deceased bishops and priests on Wednesday, November 4, 2026. The liturgy is scheduled to begin at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish in Newton Grove. The Diocese of Raleigh announced that the bishop will celebrate the Mass alongside the priests of the diocese.

  Sep 24, 2026 · Bishops

• World Day Against the Death Penalty

  Catholics for Abolition in NC will hold a prayer service and peaceful protest in Raleigh on Saturday, October 10, 2026. The event, marking the World Day Against the Death Penalty, is scheduled to take place outside Central Prison from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Participants will gather to pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet for the souls of men executed at Central Prison between 1984 and 2006. During the service, organizers will read 43 names. The Diocese of Raleigh noted that because the annual observance falls on a Saturday this year, the protest time and focus have changed. Attendees can bring homemade signs or use those provided by the group. Parking is available at Dix Park, with access via Hunt Drive, or along the streets in the Boylan Heights neighborhood.

  Sep 22, 2026 · Dioceses

• Diocese of Raleigh to host OCIA Gathering

  The Diocese of Raleigh will host an online gathering for the OCIA on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. The meeting will address the challenges of moving from a school-year formation model to a year-round model. While the OCIA typically envisions a year of formation, the diocese notes that prospective inquirers often arrive at various times of the year. Additionally, individuals with marriage cases may require support while awaiting petition outcomes outside of standard parish sacramental calendars. The gathering will also discuss the personnel and resources needed to maintain continuous formation sessions. Participants will use the Microsoft Teams platform for this meeting rather than Zoom, though the diocese stated that no new software downloads are required to join.

  Sep 21, 2026 · Education

• Diocese of Raleigh hosts Fiesta Patrias

  The Diocese of Raleigh will host Fiesta Patrias on Sunday, September 20, 2026. The event features activities at Maria Reina de las Americas, including football, food stands, traditional folk dances, a raffle, and games. The festivities are scheduled to begin at 9:00 AM, with a second session starting at 7:00 PM.

  Sep 18, 2026 · Dioceses

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