New Permanent Deacon Formation Cohort Forming

Permanent Deacons play an important role in the life of the Church in the Diocese of Great Falls-Billings.  Bishops Michael Warfel and Jeffrey Fleming, along with Deacon Pete Woelkers (Director of Deacons and Deacon Formation) are excited to announce the opening of a new Permanent Deacon Formation Cohort, which will begin Fall of 2023. The […]

Pilgrimage to Our Lady of Champion Filling Quickly

When one thinks of Marian Apparitions immediately Lourdes, Fatima, and Guadalupe come to mind.  For many, these distant holy sites are not possible to visit due to the nature and expense of international travel.  Little is it known though, that Mary has appeared here, in the United States. Our Lady of Champion appeared to a […]

With praise and thanksgiving to Almighty God, the Diocese of Great Falls-Billings joyfully announces the ordination of Matthew Walter Solarz to the Sacred Order of the Priesthood through the imposition of hands and the invocation of the Holy Spirit by His Excellency The Most Reverend Michael W. Warfel Bishop of Great Falls-Billings Thursday, June 8, […]

Bishops Issue Pastoral Letter on the Liturgy

Earlier this month Bishop Warfel and Bishop Fleming issued a Pastoral Letter to all parishes on the celebration of the Sacred Liturgy.  This document gives guidance on the specifics of the celebration of Mass throughout the Diocese of Great Falls-Billings.  You can view this document here, or through the diocesan website on the resources page […]

“Cultivating Eucharistic Amazement” a huge blessing for the Diocese and the region

On May 5th and 6th, 2023, over 700 individuals joined together to celebrate Jesus’ presence in the Most Blessed Sacrament.  At this event Dr. Scott Hahn, Archbishop Alexander Sample, Bishop Michael Warfel, Bishop Jeffrey Fleming, and others presented talks on the gifts and graces received through the Eucharist.  Thank you to everyone who participated in […]

Easter Greeting from Bishop Warfel and the Diocese of Great Falls-Billings (2023)

Christ is Risen! Indeed – Christ is Risen, Alleluia! Easter greetings from Bishop Warfel, Bishop Fleming, and everyone at the Chancery. Please watch this quick video from Bishop Warfel talking about the importance of Easter and the resurrection of our Lord, Jesus Christ. To view via YouTube: https://youtu.be/TCxMcG3yiKI To view via Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100068435403441

Holy Saturday (2023)

We enter into Holy Saturday, or what is sometimes referred to as Silent Saturday. While this may initially seem less important or not as acknowledged – it is a very important day for the Holy Triduum and our Catholic faith. Join Bishop Warfel and Thomas as they discuss why this day is so significant. We […]

Good Friday (2023)

Today we mark the ultimate sacrifice made on our behalf; truly a debt owed we could not pay. Bishop Fleming and Thomas discuss the significance of this day and the way in which the Church celebrates this second of the three liturgies of the Holy Triduum. To view via YouTube: https://youtu.be/hNAxbHY_Qno To view via Facebook: […]

Holy Thursday (2023)

On Holy Thursday we celebrate the Mass of the Lord’s Supper, and commemorate the events of the Upper Room. In this video Bishop Warfel and Thomas discuss the importance of this celebration as the first of the Triduum liturgies. To view via YouTube: https://youtu.be/YxjTEw81WhU To view via Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100068435403441