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St. Mary Magdalene Byzantine Catholic Church hosted its 15th Annual European Festival on September 27, welcoming hundreds to celebrate Eastern European traditions with vibrant music, homemade cuisine, and joyful community spirit. The beloved event continues to grow as a cherished showcase of faith, culture, and hospitality.

St. Emilian Byzantine Catholic Church celebrated 50 years of faith and fellowship in 2025 with a year full of prayer, community events, and joyful milestones. From liturgies and parades to heartfelt gatherings, the parish honored its legacy and embraced a hopeful future.

Christ the Bridegroom Monastery celebrated the consecration of its new chapel on September 23, 2025, dedicating it to St. John the Baptist. The sacred rite, led by Bishop Robert, marked a powerful moment of spiritual renewal and honored the monastery’s mission through rich Byzantine tradition.

Feeling unsure about how to read the Bible? Join us on November 22 in Whiting, IN for a transformative seminar led by Deacon John Harden—designed to help you read and live Scripture with confidence and clarity.

Ignite Hope • Build Faith • Create Community: These words graced our invitation, and thanks to each of you, they came to life in extraordinary ways.

Discover the hidden beauty of the Divine Liturgy in a recent What God is Not podcast, where Fr. Michael O'Loughlin unveils the quiet, powerful prayers of the celebrant and the deep humility woven into priestly service. This episode invites listeners to reflect on the sacred dialogue at the heart of worship.

Priests of the Eparchy of Parma gathered for a powerful retreat in St. Louis, led by Bishop Robert Pipta, centered on the theme of watchfulness and spiritual renewal. Highlights included prayerful reflection, Scripture-based meditations, and a moving parish performance on the life of St. Anthony.

Join us in prayer for these devoted men as they continue their inspiring journey of faith and service—may they be strengthened, guided, and blessed in all they are called to do.

Missed your copy of Horizons? The latest issue is now online—featuring powerful stories of faith, formation, and community, including the Holy Father’s Jubilee address and reflections from across our Eparchy.

Pope Leo XIV’s first apostolic exhortation, Dilexi Te (“I Have Loved You”), calls the faithful to embrace charity as the heart of Christian life. Rooted in Scripture and the witness of saints, it urges solidarity with the poor as a true act of worship and a path to unity.

Pope Leo XIV will make history with a live digital encounter at NCYC 2025, speaking directly to over 15,000 young Catholics across the U.S. This powerful moment will highlight the Church’s deep care for the voices and hopes of its youth.

Meet Queen Esther—an Old Testament type of the Theotokos—and discover her inspiring story of courage and faith! This issue is bursting with fun crafts, games, recipes, and activities for the whole family to enjoy.

On September 27, 2025, the Catholic Church joyfully celebrated the beatification of Father Pietro Paolo Oros in Bilky, Ukraine—a courageous priest martyred for his faith during communist persecution. His life and sacrifice continue to inspire unity, mercy, and unwavering devotion.

A new chapter begins for our Byzantine Catholic community north of Detroit. On October 26, St. Nicholas Parish and St. Basil Parish will unite as one, following Bishop Robert Pipta’s decree to strengthen ministry and honor the legacy of both faith communities.

This October, join us in honoring Respect Life Month with the theme “Life: Our Sign of Hope.” Inspired by the Jubilee Year of Hope, we’re called to celebrate the dignity of every human life and take action through prayer, reflection, and faithful witness.

This year’s Evening of Hope Silent Auction features unforgettable experiences—from golf legends and Browns fan exclusives to handcrafted art and resort escapes—all generously donated to support a meaningful cause.

Beginning today in every Byzantine Catholic parish, the Pilgrim Vocation Icon program invites you to pray for vocations in a powerful new way. Sign up to host “The Call of the Disciples” icon in your home for one week and be part of nurturing the next generation of priests, deacons, monks, and nuns.

Fresh from the Feast of the Protection of the Mother of God, don’t miss the powerful one-night-only screening of Broken Mary on Tuesday, October 7th. This moving documentary shares the miraculous story of Kevin Matthews’ healing through the intercession of the Theotokos—a beautiful reminder of grace in our brokenness.

The Shrine of Mariapoch summer season is over and has suspended the Sunday Divine Liturgies until June 2026. However, you are still welcome to walk the grounds, pray, light a candle and find peace.