HICKORY — St. Aloysius Parish in Hickory and St. Dorothy Parish in Lincolnton took a significant step toward nurturing virtue and brotherhood within their communities with the inauguration of a Fraternus chapter for both parish communities.
The inaugural 46 members gathered to celebrate the new endeavor, aimed at fostering character development in Catholic men and boys.
Fraternus, a nationwide organization rooted in Catholic principles, focuses on cultivating virtue and authentic masculinity through mentorship and fraternal bonds. The establishment of a local chapter underscores the commitment of St. Aloysius and St. Dorothy parishes to instill values of faith, integrity and service among its male members. During the ceremony, Father David Miller, St. Dorothy’s pastor, emphasized the role Fraternus can play in guiding men and boys on their journey toward holiness.
“Today, we embark on a sacred mission to grow in virtue and brotherhood,” Father Miller said. “Fraternus offers us a path to deepen our faith and become true disciples of Christ.”
St. Aloysius Parish hosts the weekly Fraternus gatherings on Mondays at 6:30 p.m. All Catholic men and boys in the sixth grade and older from surrounding parishes are invited to attend.
Meetings include a group meal, competitive activities, prayer, reflection, and small group discussions centered on Catholic teachings and virtues.
— Catholic News Herald
CHARLOTTE — Graduates of the Class of 2024 – 434 in total – at all four Catholic high schools in the Diocese of Charlotte will have the opportunity to attend a baccalaureate Mass before they graduate.
The liturgies will be held in Arden, Charlotte, Huntersville and Kernersville:
- Charlotte Catholic High School will hold its baccalaureate Mass at 5 p.m. Tuesday, May 21, at St. Matthew Church in south Charlotte. The school will hold its graduation ceremony at 4 p.m. Friday, May 24, at Bojangles’ Coliseum in Charlotte.
- Christ the King High School in Huntersville will hold its baccalaureate Mass at 5 p.m. Wednesday, May 22, at St. Mark Church in Huntersville. The school will hold its graduation ceremony at 5 p.m. Tuesday, May 28, at Belk Theater in Charlotte.
- Bishop McGuinness High School in Kernersville will hold its baccalaureate Mass at 6 p.m. Thursday, May 23, at Holy Cross Church in Kernersville. The school will hold its graduation ceremony at 10 a.m. Friday, May 24, at the Carolina Theatre in Greensboro.
- Canongate Catholic High School in Arden will hold its baccalaureate Mass and graduation ceremony at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 8, at St. Barnabas Church in Arden.
— Catholic News Herald