The National Eucharistic Congress: Day 3

Two stars from last night's session in Lucas Oil Stadium: Fr. Mike Schmitz with the Bishop of Springfield, Massachusetts, the Most Rev. William Byrne, snapped by our Social Media Coordinator, Katelyn Dobbs. "Knowledge can make someone great, but only love can make a saint," Fr. Schmitz said.

For the first time in nearly a century, the Catholic Church from every corner of the United States is gathering in one place!

More than just a retreat or conference, the 10th National Eucharistic Congress, July 17-21 in Indianapolis, Indiana, will be a pivotal moment in both American history and the legacy of the Catholic Church. And the Marian Fathers are here! 

Highlights from Day 1, July 17
Highlights from Day 2, July 18

Day 3: Friday, July 19, 2024

Another beautiful day in Indianapolis! The Soldiers & Sailors Monument is in the heart of downtown. There's a clear view from the top of the Indiana Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium!Acclaimed sculptor Timothy Paul Schmalz worked on a new project, a bust of Blessed Carlo Acutis, in the middle of Expo Hall. Schmalz created the remarkable bronze outdoor Stations of the Cross at the National Shrine of the Divine Mercy.Father Angelo Casimiro, MIC, visits with Mother Della Marie Doyle, T.O.R. of the Franciscan Sisters of Toronto, Ohio."Living in this world, this time is very difficult," admitted Nikiesha Virgil, a military spouse from Yorktown, Virginia. "There are so many things in this world that pull you away from the Lord. But to find something that only God can give, His mercy, is extraordinary. He always calls you back to Him.""Divine Mercy is what Jesus died to do for me," said Clairann Nicklin from East Peoria, Illinois. "He died to give me the mercy that God thinks I deserve. 'Jesus I trust in You' is my motto."Got a question for a Marian Seminarian? Come and ask at Booth 108 – Br. Ryan Asensio, MIC, is ready to answer!The Hillbilly Thomists, featured on "Living Divine Mercy," rocked the Expo Hall stage!Dr. Holly Smith and Emileigh Ledgerwood from Louisville, Kentucky, proudly display their love of the Saints, including St. Faustina, around their necks (below)! A large Image of the Divine Mercy was just installed in their parish, St. Margaret Mary.Father Stephen Castellano, MIC, blesses Rosaries for visitors to our booth.Angel Robles and Mark Baron, U.S. Army officers from Fort Campbell, Kentucky, journeyed to the Congress with the Archdiocese for the Military Services USA. Mark was disappointed not to meet his namesake, our new Fr. Joseph, MIC!

That's a wrap for today! More tomorrow!
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