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From Bishop Robert Reed Facebook page<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>

This is something exceptional, from my longtime Facebook friend Bishop Robert Reed in Boston, a bulletin announcement from him that\u2019s been picked up by\u00a0The Anchoress:\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

A couple years ago, on a Monday morning, I was informed that I had been named a bishop. When I accepted, I was conscious of the fact that, I also would have to accept whatever the future held with a complete openness to God\u2019s will; much like in a marriage, or when I was ordained a priest.<\/p>\n

These days, I find myself deeply disturbed by what is happening in the Church. I know the bishops must act decisively and that the action needs to be thorough, transparent, professional and in cooperation with competent laypeople. But still, I ask the question: what can I do?<\/p>\n

All I know is that I can pray and do penance. To that end, and as your pastor, I commit myself to a full day and night of public penance.<\/p>\n

On Monday, September 24, 2018, I will celebrate the 9 o\u2019clock Mass in Saint Ann Church as I usually do. Following that Mass I will expose the Blessed Sacrament and remain there in prayer and fasting until the next morning, concluding this period of prayer and penance with the celebration of the 9:00 am Mass on\u00a0Tuesday.<\/p>\n

All throughout this period, the church will remain open. You are most welcome to join me in prayer for a few minutes or for a full hour. In fact, I would welcome your presence as I do the only things I know to do in the face of evil; prayer and penance.<\/p>\n

Most sincerely,
\nBishop Reed<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Read the whole thing.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Our Lady of Sorrows, pray for us.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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