April 4, 2025

Archdiocesan chrism Mass to be celebrated on April 15 at SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral

The annual archdiocesan chrism Mass will be celebrated at 2 p.m. on April 15 at SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., in Indianapolis. Catholics from across central and southern Indiana are invited to take part in the liturgy.

Archbishop Charles C. Thompson will be the principal celebrant and homilist at the Mass that will take place on Tuesday of Holy Week.

The liturgy will feature the blessing of oils used in the sacraments of baptism, confirmation and the anointing of the sick, in priestly ordinations and in the dedication of churches and altars. Representatives from parishes and religious communities across central and southern Indiana will be present to receive the blessed oils.

Priests serving in the archdiocese will also renew their ordination promises during the chrism Mass. †

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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