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Save the Dates for a Lenten Mission at the Cathedral

Posted on January 19, 2023 in: Events, Lent

Save the Dates for a Lenten Mission at the Cathedral

Save the date(s) for the St. Patrick Cathedral Lenten Mission...

Manna in the Desert: Letting Love Rend Our Hearts

All are welcome to enjoy three evening conferences preached by Eucharistic Revival preacher Father Emmanuel Mansford, CFR on March 20, 21 and 22 at 6:30pm. Mission evenings will include opportunities for Adoration, Confession, personal prayer, and participation. Details will be forthcoming.

Father Emmanuel Mansford, CFR, was born in London and served as a missionary with NET Ministries from 1995 to 1998. He joined the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal in September of 1998. He was ordained in 2007 and spent seven years at the Friars’ Mission in England. He has served as the Vocation Director for the friars. He currently resides at Saint Michael’s Friary in Paterson, New Jersey. As part of the Church's efforts in America, Father Emmanuel has been tasked to be one of the priests dedicated to preaching for the Eucharistic Revival.

Looking for additional resources to help you prepare for Easter?
Bookmark the link below and visit it often as you observe the wonderful season of Lent!

NorwichDiocese.org/Lent

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