Faith Formation Events
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
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
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
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
“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
Tickets Selling Fast for “Cultivating Eucharistic Amazement” with Dr. Hahn, Archbishop Sample, Bishop Warfel & Bishop Fleming
Tickets remain on sale, but are going quickly for “Cultivating Eucharistic Amazement.” Join us May 5 & 6, 2023 at Billings Central Catholic H.S. with special guests Dr. Scott Hahn, Archbishop Alexander Sample, Bishop Michael Warfel, Bishop Jeffrey Fleming and musician guest Jaime Thietten. We all need healing, yet many
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
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
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:
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
The Holy Triduum (2023)
In this, our last installment of our Lenten Series, Bishop Fleming and Thomas discuss the upcoming celebrations of the Holy Triduum. Each of the liturgies of the Triduum will be featured in the days to come, but this discussion helps to set the stage for this most sacred of liturgical
Palm Sunday
𝑷𝒂𝒍𝒎 (𝒐𝒓 𝑷𝒂𝒔𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏) 𝑺𝒖𝒏𝒅𝒂𝒚 𝒊𝒔 𝒖𝒑𝒐𝒏 𝒖𝒔… We now enter Holy Week, the summit of our Lenten journey. We begin with Palm Sunday, Christ’s triumphant entry into Jerusalem. In this video, Bishop Fleming and Thomas discuss how we can actively participate and engage in our faith on this important day.