Communications
The Diocese of Charlotte communications team tells the stories of our diocese to inform, educate and inspire audiences in unity with the Bishop and the Catholic Church. We publish the award-winning Catholic News Herald in print, online, on social media, and on YouTube – in English and Spanish. We also coordinate internal communications and facilitate media requests for interviews and coverage. Please contact us below.
NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
Bishop Martin announces priest assignment changes at Pennybyrn, Morganton parish
Bishop Michael Martin, OFM Conv., announces that effective Jan. 13, 2026, Father Patrick Hoare will return to active ministry
Bishop Martin issues pastoral letter on norms for Holy Communion
Guidelines for the reception of Holy Communion in the Diocese of Charlotte to strengthen unity in worship, uphold the
Statement of the Catholic Bishops of the Metropolitan Province of Atlanta
Reflection on Pope Leo XIV’s first apostolic exhortationDilexi Te (I have loved you) The Catholic Bishops of Georgia and
Bishop Martin calls for day of prayer and fasting following immigration actions in Charlotte
My brothers and sisters in Christ, While I have no words to practically address the fear and uncertainty that
Bishop Martin lends ‘strong support’ to USCCB immigration statement
He expressed solidarity with immigrants and challenged people to think about their perspective on immigration in light of Church
Bishop Martin: Fed up with the news lately? Ask yourself: What will I do?
In response to recent national and local tragedies, Bishop Michael Martin, OFM Conv., offers the following reflection, urging people
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Liz Chandler
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