New York Catholics & America
Faith, Sacrifice,
& Service
For well over 250 years, Catholics across New York have helped shape the story of America through faith, sacrifice, and service.
From immigrants seeking hope to priests and religious sisters who built parishes, hospitals, and communities the contributions of Catholics throughout the archdiocesan footprint have helped form both the Church in America and the nation itself. These are the stories of the people whose faith left an extraordinary mark on American history.
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June 3 – 11, 2026 · National Call to Prayer
Join the National Novena
to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
As part of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the Catholic bishops of the United States will consecrate our nation to the Sacred Heart of Jesus on June 11, 2026. This historic act invites us to entrust our country, our communities, and our families to the loving Heart of Christ.
From June 3–11, Catholics across the nation are invited to pray a Novena to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, preparing spiritually for this consecration. Rooted in the Litany of the Sacred Heart and inspired by the teachings of recent popes, the novena calls us to deeper prayer, conversion, mercy, and trust in the Lord's love.
Join the U.S. Church in this time of prayer and reflection as we prepare to consecrate the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Upcoming Events
1 EventJune 30, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Mass Honoring Venerable Pierre Toussaint
The Catholic Charities of New York Junior Board cordially invites you to celebrate the life of a man who transformed the heart of New York through tireless devotion and charity.
St. Patrick's Cathedral
Fifth Avenue, between 50th & 51st Street
New York, NY 10022