During the March 31 Chrism Mass at Rochester’s Sacred Heart Cathedral, Bishop Salvatore R. Matano blessed the Oil of the Sick, designated for the anointing of the sick; the Oil of the Catechumens, for baptism; and the Holy Chrism, for confirmation and ordination. These sacred oils will be used by diocesan parishes throughout the upcoming year.
Candles are lit in preparation for the Chrism Mass March 31.
Priests take part in the opening procession at the start of the Chrism Mass March 31.
Attendees watch the opening procession from the balcony during the Chrism Mass.
Bishop Salvatore R. Matano enters Sacred Heart Cathedral during the Chrism Mass.
Bishop Salvatore R. Matano blesses the Holy Chrism.
Parishioners from Tioga County join hands during the Lord’s Prayer.
Father Roman Caly (right) and Father Timothy Niven reach for the baptismal font as they process out of Sacred Heart Cathedral after the Mass.
The Knights of Columbus await Bishop Salvatore R. Matano after the Chrism Mass.
