Diocese Issues Statement On Death of Auxiliary Bishop O'Connell of Los Angeles

by Communications Office

Bishop George Leo Thomas, Ph.D., and the Diocese of Las Vegas express their condolences to the family of Auxiliary Bishop David O’Connell, Archbishop José H. Gomez, and the Archdiocese of Los Angeles on his passing. Bishop O’Connell was a devoted member of the Church who dedicated his life to serving the poor and the immigrant. His love and humility touched the lives of many, and his loss will be felt deeply by all who knew him.

Catholic Middle School Rally Held with theme of "Wanted"

by Communications Office

On Saturday, February 11th, a middle school youth rally was held at Cristo Rey St Viator High School in Las Vegas for 6th, 7th, and 8th graders. The event had a theme of “WANTED” and was aimed at inspiring and encouraging young students to live their faith with confidence and joy.

Catholic Schools Week

by Communications Office

Catholic Schools Week is a time to reflect on the impact of Catholic education and celebrate the achievements of our students, teachers, and staff. This year, Catholic Schools Week will be held from January 29th to February 4th.

Remembering Sister Lydia M. Wendl, FSPA

by Communications Office

Sister Lydia M. Wendl, FSPA (Franciscan Sister of Perpetual Adoration), 101, died Friday, January 27, 2023, at St. Rose Convent, La Crosse. She was in the eighty-first year of her religious profession.

Bishop Thomas Holds Memorial Mass for Pope Benedict XVI

by Communications Office

On January 5, a Mass was held in Las Vegas at Guardian Angel Cathedral to remember and pray for Pope Benedict XVI. The Mass was led by Bishop George Leo Thomas, Ph.D., the bishop of Las Vegas, and was attended by over 300 people.

Diocese Issues Statement On the Death of Pope Benedict XVI

by Communications Office

All are invited to a Mass on Thursday, January 5 at 9 a.m. at Guardian Angel Cathedral.

Please join Pope Francis and the whole Church in praying for Pope Benedict XVI

by Communications Office

2022 Christmas Midnight Mass

by Communications Office

Christmas is one of the most important holidays for Catholics. Every year, Catholics around the world come together to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, the son of God.

Simbang Gabi

This morning, Bishop George Leo Thomas, Ph.D., celebrated Mass for Simbang Gabi. Simbang Gabi is a devotional, nine-day series of Masses attended by Filipino Catholics in anticipation of Christmas. Following the Mass was a brunch with Filipino food.

Our Lady of Guadalupe Celebrations

by Communications office

Parishes within the Diocese of Las Vegas celebrated the Feast with large celebrations. St. John Neumann in North Las Vegas hosted Bishop George Leo Thomas, Ph.D. as the main celebrant during the Monday evening Mass.

Our Lady of La Vang Parish Hosts Large Gathering for Festival

by Communications Office

Our Lady of La Vang Catholic Parish celebrated their annual feast from Oct. 21 to Oct. 23. Auxillary Bishop Gordon celebrated the opening Mass for the weekend, and Bishop George Leo Thomas, Ph.D. celebrated the closing Mass for the weekend.

St. Francis of Assisi in Henderson Host Festival

by Communications Office

St. Francis of Assisi Parish in Henderson celebrated their parish festival the weekend of October 8, 2022. The parish festival was comprised of a number of booths representing various ethnic groups, an area for children with bounce houses, a craft sale, a raffle and a live band that performed over the weekend festival.

Fr. Siarhei Anhur SChr. installed as pastor of St. Joan of Arc

by Communications Office

Bishop George Leo Thomas, Ph.D. installed Fr. Siarhei(Serge) Anhur SChr. as pastor of St. Joan of Arc on October 2, 2022, in downtown Las Vegas.

STATEMENT ON THE FIFTH ANNIVERSARY OF LAS VEGAS SHOOTING

Bishop George Leo Thomas, Ph.D., Bishop of Las Vegas issued the following statement remembering those impacted by the Las Vegas shooting five years ago from Oct. 1, 2022.

Bishop Thomas Attends Coffee & Creed

by Communications Office

Members of the young adult community gathered at Tru Bru Organic Coffee with Bishop George Leo Thomas, Ph.D., on Thursday, September 22.

Statement of Bishop Chairmen on July 4 Shooting

WASHINGTON - In response to the July 4th shooting in Highland Park, IL, which killed 7 and injured dozens more, Archbishop Paul S. Coakley of Oklahoma City, chairman of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ (USCCB) Committee on Domestic Justice and Human Development, Archbishop William E. Lori of Baltimore, chairman of the USCCB’s Committee on Pro-Life Activities, and Archbishop Salvatore J. Cordileone of San Francisco, chairman of the USCCB’s Committee on Laity, Marriage, Family Life and Youth issued the following statement:

In God’s eyes, all human life is sacred. God has a plan for every person – every mother, and every pre-born child. The Church believes in the sacredness of human life, beginning at conception until natural death. Every child born and unborn has the right to life.