The Most Rev. Paul J. Bradley has announced the following priest assignments.

STATEMENT REGARDING THE FEAST OF ST. PATRICK, MARCH 17, 2023: Dear Clergy and Faithful of the Diocese of Kalamazoo, Out of pastoral consideration, I have decided to grant a general dispensation for our Diocese from the obligation to abstain from meat on Friday, March 17, 2023, the memorial of Saint Patrick. I quickly remind us all that no one needs to feel they must avail themselves of this dispensation. For those who do, I ask that you take on a different and particular act of Lenten discipline that day. Through the intercession of St. Patrick, may we continue, as he did, to recognize Christ present to us in all circumstances, guiding us along our Lenten journey. Christ be with me, Christ within me, Christ behind me, Christ before me, Christ beside me, Christ to win me, Christ to comfort and restore me. Christ beneath me, Christ above me, Christ in quiet, Christ in danger, Christ in hearts of all that love me, Christ in mouth of friend and stranger. Assuring you of my daily prayers, and asking for your prayers for me as well, I remain Faithfully yours in Christ, Most Reverend Paul J. Bradley Bishop of Kalamazoo

In his 2023 Lenten Message Bishop Bradley encourages the Faithful to to take advantage of these 40 days to deepen your Faith, to find renewal in the Hope of Jesus’ Salvation for us and for all the world, and to be renewed in God’s Love for you and for all our sisters and brothers in Christ. Read his message in its entirety (in English and Spanish). Additional Lenten 2023 resources and events posted as well.

In light of the devastating tragedy that occured at Michigan State University on Monday evening, Bishop Bradley has released the following statement: "Our hearts are deeply distressed as we grieve over the tragic deaths of the young lives taken at Michigan State University Monday evening, as well as those critically injured and traumatized by one man’s senseless act of violence. We recognize the anxiety of all parents as they wrestle with a world that threatens the safety of our children. Let us turn our own minds and hearts to hope as we join our prayers for an end to violence in all its forms. Let us pray for God’s grace to convert all those with harden-hearts to ones that treat all God’s children with compassion, respect and dignity."

Bishop Bradley has released a letter to Catholic School educators and staff in honor of Catholic Schools Week 2023.

The Most Rev. Paul J. Bradley has released the following statement on the death of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI: “It is with great confidence in Christ’s promises, yet with sadness of heart, that we have received the news that Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, has been called from this world to the eternal life with our Heavenly Father. At the same time, we offer our prayers for the repose of the soul of Joseph Aloisius Ratzinger, who has “finished the race” here on earth, that he may enjoy at last the eternal rest and unending joy of the saints in Heaven.

The Most Rev. Paul J. Bradley has released the following statement on the death of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI: “It is with great confidence in Christ’s promises, yet with sadness of heart, that we have received the news that Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, has been called from this world to the eternal life with our Heavenly Father. At the same time, we offer our prayers for the repose of the soul of Joseph Aloisius Ratzinger, who has “finished the race” here on earth, that he may enjoy at last the eternal rest and unending joy of the saints in Heaven.

As we celebrate Christmas this year, we are all aware that there’s still a lot of darkness in our world. But on Christmas, we rejoice, because more than 2,000 years ago, in the stillness of the night in a remote part of the world, our Loving God entered into our world in an amazingly dramatic and very human way: through the Birth of His only-begotten Son, Jesus. At that time in history, there was also a lot of darkness; but Jesus is the Light for those, like the shepherds and the Magi, who opened themselves to see Jesus for Who he truly is. And as Jesus grew into Manhood, and through His Life, Death and Resurrection, Jesus’ Victory has defeated the powers of darkness forever. It remains for each of us, as People of Faith, whether we too open ourselves to see through the Light of Jesus.

In his Thanksgiving message to the Faithful, Bishop Bradley invites the Faithful into a deeper awareness and sense of gratitude for all God's blessings. He encourages a greater participation in the Advent Season which begins Sunday, November 27, 2022. Read full text here.

In the wake of the passing of Prop 3, Bishop Bradley has released a Letter to the Faithful calling for renewed prayer and fasting for the protection of the unborn and encourages the Faithful not to give up hope.

Second Collection for people of Ukraine requested March 12/13 and/or March 19/20

A message from Bishop Paul J. Bradley to clergy and lay faithful in honor of World Day of Prayer for Consecrated Life.

A letter to educators and school staff from Bishop Paul J. Bradley in honor of Catholic Schools Week 2022.

A letter from Bishop Paul J. Bradley in honor of the National Day of Prayer for the Protection of the Unborn.

The Diocese of Kalamazoo has released the following statement from Bishop Paul J. Bradley on the Motu Proprio*, Traditionis Custodes/Guardians of the Tradition, released today by Pope Francis.

Updated statement from the Bishops of Michigan regarding the morality of receiving a COVID-19 vaccination.

January 20, 2021 (Kalamazoo, Mich.): The Diocese of Kalamazoo has released the following statement from Bishop Paul J. Bradley regarding today’s inauguration of President Joseph R. Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris: Bishop Bradley affirmed the statement today released by Archbishop Jose Gomez, President, USCCB, (click for full statement) on the inauguration of the 46th President of the United States. Bishop Bradley added, “On this day marking the transfer of leadership in our country, let us pray that our new President and Vice President will be open to God’s guidance, adhering to our principles of Life (from the moment of conception to natural death), Liberty (including religious freedom), and Justice for all.”

"In this troubling moment, we must recommit ourselves to the values and principles of our democracy and come together as one nation under God. I entrust all of us to the heart of the Blessed Virgin Mary. "~USCCB President Archbishop Gomez

Several priest appointments have been announced. Click for full details.