Churches ending use of digital projection screens during Mass
A policy defining how churches can – and can’t – use digital projection screens took effect Dec. 3, 2023. CHARLOTTE — Just as families, schools and workplaces rethink the increasingly pervasive use of digital technology, Catholic churches locally and nationally are examining the challenges posed by screens at Mass and other sacred liturgies. A […]
N.C. bishops issue joint statement on SB20
Bishops welcome the increased protections for unborn human lives offered by the “Care For Women, Children, and Families Act.” May 15, 2023 We welcome the increased protections for unborn human lives offered by the “Care For Women, Children, and Families Act” (SB 20) recently passed by the N.C. General Assembly. We also welcome the millions […]
Bishop Jugis updates St. Matthew parishioners
Bishop Jugis shares some new information on the status of proceedings involving Father Patrick Hoare of St. Matthew Parish. January 21, 2023 Prot. No. B 010/23 Dear St. Matthew parishioners, Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. As a new year begins, I want to share some new […]
Bishop Jugis issues statement on the U.S. Supreme Court ruling in Dobbs
The ruling means countless unborn children’s lives will be saved, and for that we are profoundly thankful, he said. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 24, 2022 CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Most Rev. Peter J. Jugis, Bishop of Charlotte, has issued the following statement in response to today’s U.S. Supreme Court ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health […]
Bishop announces new diocesan Office of Family Life
The new office emphasizes the importance of families to the life and mission of the Church, Bishop Jugis said. Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. On this Feast of the Holy Family, I am pleased to announce the formation of […]
Bishop Jugis announces opening of diocesan phase of the worldwide Synod 2023
‘It is my heartfelt desire for the synod to allow us to grow in unity with one another…’ Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. The Holy Father Pope Francis recently convened the XVI Ordinary Assembly of the Synod of Bishops to […]
Bishop Jugis announces diocese’s 50th anniversary theme
The phrase “Faith more precious than gold” for the diocese’s 50th anniversary celebration comes from 1 Peter 1:7. Dear Brothers in the Priesthood, Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. In 2022 the Diocese of Charlotte will commemorate its 50th anniversary year. This coming year is a […]
Bishop Jugis’ letter to the faithful regarding the Traditional Latin Mass
New instructions issued in Traditionis Custodes regarding the use of the Extraordinary Form of the Mass (Latin Mass). Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, The grace of the Lord Jesus be with you. Our Holy Father, Pope Francis, has just issued new instructions regarding the use of the Extraordinary Form of the Mass. As […]
Diocese of Charlotte sells south Charlotte land
The sale makes way for a public high school and funds for the long-term needs of our growing Church. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Diocese of Charlotte has agreed to sell 73 acres of surplus property at North Community House and Johnston roads to Woodfield Development, and we’re pleased the land will benefit the community. […]
Letter to the faithful lifting COVID restrictions
Charlotte Bishop Peter Jugis welcomes people back to Mass as we emerge from restrictions during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dear Faithful of the Diocese of Charlotte, Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. As we prepare to celebrate the feast of Pentecost, I would like to take this […]