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Oct 9, 2026
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The Most Rev. Peter Baldacchino
Bishop of the Diocese of Las Cruces - Brothers and sisters in Christ,
How did the Church get to this Feast Day?
In the early church one became Christian generally as an adult, following a long period of preparation and initiation into ...
Oct 7, 2026
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Pope Leo XIV pens the foreword for a new edition of “YOUCAT: Love Forever,” a book to accompany young people in reflecting on love, relationships, and marriage in the light of the Catholic faith.
Oct 4, 2026
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Homily by Bishop Peter Baldacchino, Mass in Rincon, NM and Hatch, NM. -
Brothers and sisters in Christ,
I have come to be with you because of what you have been facing: the rainwater, the damage, the disruption, and the distress. I know that a visit from your bishop ...
Oct 1, 2026
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By Francesca Merlo for Vatican News: Pope Leo XIV dedicates his October prayer intention to mental health ministry, calling on the Church to listen without judging and accompany those who suffer without excluding them.
Sep 28, 2026
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A sacred milestone for our academic and spiritual community.
The María de Ágreda Theological Institute proudly announces the official dedication and blessing of the Thomas and Mary McCarty Memorial Library.
Sep 24, 2026
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On the eve of Archbishop Fulton Sheen’s beatification, Pope Leo XIV expresses his hope that the new American Blessed's example will inspire innovative ways of spreading the Gospel with joyful enthusiasm.
Sep 23, 2026
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On Friday, we celebrated the ribbon-cutting of our new Southwest Coalition office. The weather could not have been more beautiful, and we were so blessed to have Bishop Peter Baldacchino and Deacon Ed with us. Their presence and prayers made an already special day even ...
Sep 22, 2026
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Become an RCDLC Lightkeeper!
We’re looking for volunteers across the diocese to capture the authentic, everyday moments of faith that make our diocesan community so special.
Sep 14, 2026
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The exaltation of the holy Cross makes us know an aspect of his heart that only God himself could reveal to us: the wound caused by sin and ingratitude of man becomes the source, not only of an overabundance of love, but also of a new creation in glory.









