Protection of Children

The Diocese of Jackson is committed to ensuring that children served by the church are not at risk of sexual abuse by the Church personnel. Diocesan policies and procedures currently in place seek to protect, enhance and, in some cases, restore the trust that our faith calls for between agents of the Church and the children and adolescents entrusted to our care. In accordance with the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People passed by the U.S. bishops in Dallas, the Diocese of Jackson wishes to encourage any victim of sexual abuse by a member of the Catholic Clergy to come forward and begin the healing process. We encourage any victim to contact Ms. Erika Rojas, Victims Assistance Coordinator at 601-326-3736

Español: Siguiendo los Estadutos para la Protección de los Niños y Jóvenes, aprobada por los obispos en Dallas, la Diócesis de Jackson desea motivar a cualquiera víctima de abuso sexual por parte de un miembro del clero Católico a que se lo comuniquen para que comenze el proceso de sanación.Cuando una alegación es considerada credible, se ofrecerá asesoramiento, para que el proceso de recuperación pueda comenzar de acuerdo con nuestra política diocesana actual. Motivamos a las víctimas a contactar a la Sra. Erika Rojas, Coordinadora Asistente de Víctimas al 601-326-3736. … Continue reading

What is a pilgrim anyway?

By Bishop Joseph R. Kopacz, D.D.
The Jubilee Year of Hope is well underway, a year of favor from the Lord in which Pope Francis is encouraging and challenging us to be Pilgrims of Hope. What is a pilgrim anyway? Over 40 years ago in the early years of my priesthood I participated in a biblical study tour to the Holy Lands and Rome to experience firsthand the earthly life of Jesus, the beginning of the church in Jerusalem, and its growth in Rome. In preparation for this three-week spiritual adventure the leader reminded all participating priests that we are undertaking this trip as pilgrims, not tourists. Most of us heard the call for pilgrimage and packed simply, except for one in the group who took along a large empty suitcase for souvenirs. … Continue reading

Fourth Sunday Ordinary Time, February 2, 2025

By Father David O'Connor
Two weeks ago, a new president was installed in office in the United States, and central to that event was the oath of office by the new president. By that oath of office the nation and the government of the United States accepted him as its president. A week later, the people of Ireland witnessed the oath of office of its new government and their being granted the seals of office.

Today’s feast day, the Presentation of Jesus in the temple, is seen as a moment of great importance for the life of Jesus and for the people he came to save. That was his life’s work. His parents knew he was a special messenger from God, and his presentation in the temple stamped him as a member of God’s chosen people. His parents did not know what lay ahead for him, but they sensed that he would be a servant of God and of God’s people all of his life. …Continue reading

Honoring Sister Thea Bowman: a monument of hope

From the Archives
By Mary Woodward
What began as a seed planted in 2007, became a reality in 2024. On a crisp Saturday morning in December, Catholics from several dioceses descended upon the Cathedral of St. Peter the Apostle in Jackson to celebrate the installation and blessing of a life-size bronze statue of Servant of God Sister Thea Bowman, FSPA. Among those attending the celebration were Mary Ott Tremmel Davidson, the sculptor, and parishioners from several churches in the Montgomery and Mobile areas. … Continue reading

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