Across the United States, many dioceses have reported a surge in people seeking the Catholic faith. Whatever you call it — an uptick or revival — it’s good news for catechists and church leaders. It means that more people are taking their salvation seriously.

The principal theme of this year’s gathering, “Wounded Healers: Priestly Ministry in a Traumatized World,” invited the clergy to reflect deeply on the spiritual, emotional, and pastoral dimensions of priestly service amid the growing wounds and anxieties affecting contemporary society.

All parish, school, catechetical, faith formation and ministry leaders are invited to a day of formation intended to help them fulfill the Great Commission of Jesus Friday, May 22, at St. Jude Parish in Tequesta.

Pope Leo XIV has accepted the resignation of Bishop Frank J. Dewane, 76, from the pastoral governance of the Diocese of Venice, and has appointed Reverend Emilio Biosca Agüero, OFM Cap., as Bishop-elect of Venice.