August 2026
Your Monthly Bulletin From the Archdiocese of New York
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Welcome to the Compass, the monthly newsletter from the Archdiocese of New York! Just like your parish bulletin keeps you up to date on the important news and upcoming events at your parish, we hope that the Compass can provide you with the latest from the Archdiocese of New York.
This Month's Focus · America 250
Faith, Sacrifice, & Service
Independence Day may be over, but the celebration of our country's 250th Anniversary continues! For well over 250 years, Catholics across New York have helped shape the story of America through faith, sacrifice, and service. View the latest episode of New York Catholics & America, a St. Frances Xavier Cabrini prayer card, and more .
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Ordinary Time
“Every day is a gift from God – extraordinary in its possibilities. Our vocation as followers of Jesus is to discover God in the ordinary.”
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Prayer for the Occasion of the Assumption
August is traditionally dedicated to the Queenship of Mary. This month features two important feasts recognizing Our Blessed Mother, including the Memorial of the Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary and the Solemnity of the Assumption. You can read more about and download a free prayer card commemorating the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary here.
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