In light of the recent revelations of past sexual abuse in other dioceses and the reports regarding Archbishop McCarrick, Bishop Robert P. Deeley announces that he will be observing a day of prayer and repentance on Friday, September 14. It will include the celebration of Mass at 12:15 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Portland.

“Anyone who wishes to join me in this act of repentance is welcome to join me at the cathedral,” said the bishop.

The day will serve as an opportunity for reparation for the sins and crimes of the bishops in failing to protect our young.