USCCB World Day of Migrants and Refugees & Priesthood Sunday, Sept. 27
On the Sept. 27, the USCCB celebrates World Day of Migrants and Refugees & Priesthood Sunday
“Migrants and refugees remind the Church of her pilgrim dimension, perpetually journeying towards her final homeland, sustained by a hope that is a theological virtue.”
—Pope Leo XIV, Message for the 111th World Day of Migrants and Refugees
Priesthood Sunday is a special day set aside to honor priesthood in the United States. It is a day to reflect upon and affirm the role of the priesthood in the life of the Church as a central one. It is for those who cultivate close working relationships with their priests and therefore could benefit from a special day to express their gratitude. The men who answer the call to priesthood are special indeed, and they are working harder than ever before.