Bishop Salvatore R. Matano celebrated the Solemn Mass of Chrism April 16 at Rochester’s Sacred Heart Cathedral. During the liturgy, priests from across the diocese renewed their priestly vows before Bishop Matano blessed the sacred oils — the Oil of the Sick, the Oil of the Catechumens and the Sacred Chrism — which will be used at diocesan parishes throughout the coming year.
Oils on the offertory of Rochester’s Sacred Heart Cathedral before consecration during the Solemn Mass of Chrism April 16.
The Oil for the Sacred Chrism is presented to Bishop Matano to be consecrated.
Bishop Salvatore R. Matano pours the balsam into oil for the Sacred Chrism.
Bishop Matano breathes over the Sacred Chrism during the consecration.
Bottles containing the Oil of the Sick are prepared for distribution to diocesan parishes.
Dan Gentile prepares the sacred oils for distribution to parishes.
Bishop Emeritus Matthew H. Clark looks on as Bishop Matano elevates the chalice during the consecration.
Bishop Matano and Father Paul Tomasso distribute Communion to the faithful.
