Christus Vincit chanted at the beginning of the solemn Eucharistic procession with 5,000 Catholics in Portland, Oregon. One of the Church's most fitting acclamations in honor of Christ the King. English translation: Christ conquers! Christ reigns! Christ commands! To Leo, Supreme Pontiff and universal Father: peace, life, and eternal salvation. To Alexander, most Reverend Archbishop, and to all his clergy: peace, life, and eternal salvation. May good times come. May the peace of Christ come. May the Kingdom of Christ come.

Archbishop Sample: "This Land Does Not Belong to Satan. It Belongs to Christ." Before leading more than 5,000 Catholics in a Corpus Christi procession, Archbishop Alexander Sample preached on Christ's kingship and the Church's mission to bring Him to the world. Recalling a solemn rite he conducted a few days earlier, he proclaimed: "This land does not belong to Satan. It belongs to Christ." As Catholics accompanied the Lord Jesus in the Holy Eucharist through the streets, the archbishop reminded the faithful that they are called to bring Christ to their communities.

Portland, Oregon welcomes the Lord Jesus Christ, truly present in the Holy Eucharist. On the Feast of Corpus Christi, over 5,000 Catholics joined Archbishop Alexander Sample, Bishop Peter Smith, and more than 50 priests and deacons in honoring and adoring the Lord Jesus Christ through the streets of Portland, publicly proclaiming the Church’s perennial faith in His Real Presence.

Tomorrow, an estimated 5,000 Catholics are expected to gather in Portland for our annual Corpus Christi Procession. If you are in the area and able to attend, we invite you to join us at 3:30 PM at St. Mary's Cathedral and walk with the Lord Jesus Christ, truly present in the Blessed Sacrament, through the streets of Portland in this public act of devotion. Learn more: archdpdx.org/news/thousands-…

Archbishop Alexander Sample of the Archdiocese of Portland in Oregon, chairman of the USCCB Committee for Religious Liberty, discusses the U.S. bishops’ decision to consecrate the country to the Sacred Heart of Jesus in June, and how Knights and their families can participate in the consecration. He also speaks on religious liberty and the correspondence between devotion to Christ’s Sacred Heart and acts of charity for people in need. Learn more: kofc.org/America250 @ArchbishpSample @archdpdx

Join us as we walk with Our Lord Jesus Christ through the streets of Portland on the great Feast of Corpus Christi. Last year, more than 3,000 faithful joined the procession and we hope to welcome even more this year. Sunday, June 7 • St. Mary’s Cathedral, Portland Archdpdx.org/corpus-christi

Glory to the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit; to God who is, who was, and who is to come. Revelation 1:8

It is with deep sorrow that we share the passing of one of our seminarians, Tom Kloucek, who passed away unexpectedly following medical complications. We are grateful that Tom spent five days on retreat with his brother seminarians just prior to his passing, and thankful for the time of prayer and fraternity they shared together. Tom was a man of great faith who loved Jesus Christ and the Church. Reflecting on his vocation, he once wrote: “Praying in front of the Blessed Sacrament was where I finally understood Jesus’ sacrifice of Himself at the crucifixion… He died on the cross for you and for me. Jesus loves me.” Those who knew Tom encountered in him a sincere love for the Lord, a thoughtful and searching faith, and a genuine desire to give his life in service to the Church as a priest. Please join us in praying for the repose of Tom’s soul, for his family and loved ones, his brother seminarians, and all who mourn his passing. Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace. Amen.

Today, Archbishop Alexander K. Sample released a new pastoral letter outlining the spiritual foundation of Mission Renewal in the Archdiocese of Portland. In this letter, the Archbishop invites the faithful of western Oregon to join together in prayer, sacrifice, devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, and works of mercy as we entrust the renewal of our local Church to the Lord. The letter includes: • A Sacred Heart Novena (May 30–June 7) • The Consecration of the Archdiocese to the Sacred Heart on Corpus Christi Sunday (June 7) • A renewed call to prayer, Eucharistic devotion, the Rosary, fasting, and service to the poor in support of Mission Renewal • The continued praying of the St. Michael the Archangel Prayer after every Mass throughout the Archdiocese, as Archbishop Sample reminds the faithful that “the Enemy, Satan, seeks to divide, disrupt and interfere in our cooperation with God.” “When we pray and sacrifice together as one Church, we open the door for the Lord to act in powerful ways.” — Archbishop Sample Read more: archdpdx.org/news/pastoral-l…

This year, the US bishops will consecrate our nation to the Sacred Heart of Jesus in celebration of our nation’s 250th anniversary. On the great Feast of Corpus Christi, I will also solemnly consecrate western Oregon to the Sacred Heart following Holy Mass and before the public Eucharistic procession. Join me as I discuss these events and more, including devotion to the Sacred Heart, the rise in conversions to the Catholic faith, the conflict with Iran, just war theory, and the importance of bringing Christ into public life.

Earlier this year, I had the privilege of being received in private audience by the Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV. In an upcoming episode of my new podcast, starting next month, I share some details of that meeting and reflect on the encouragement I carried with me after encountering the man we are blessed to have as the successor of Saint Peter.

Today marks the first anniversary of Pope Leo XIV's election to the Chair of St. Peter. Please join me in praying for his holy intentions and that the Holy Spirit continue to strengthen and guide him in his Petrine ministry as Shepherd of the Universal Church.

On the day I was entrusted with the ministry of the Successor of Peter, exactly one year ago, the Church celebrated the Supplication to Our Lady of the Holy Rosary of #Pompeii. I therefore had to come here, to place my service under the protection of the Blessed Virgin Mary. #PastoralVisit vatican.va/content/leo-xiv/e…

Brothers and sisters in Christ, save the date for a joyful day in the life of our local Church. On Saturday, June 20, I will have the privilege of ordaining four men to the Holy Priesthood at St. Mary's Cathedral. After years of prayer, formation, and study, they are preparing to dedicate their lives to the service of God and His people throughout western Oregon. Please join me in praying for them as they approach ordination. Saturday, June 20 · 11:00 AM · St. Mary’s Cathedral Ordinands: Deacons Shawn Daniel, Nicholas Martell, Zachary Muñoz, and Tristan Schubert archdpdx.org/events/mass-of-…

El 11 de junio de 2026, los obispos de Estados Unidos consagrarán nuestra nación al Sagrado Corazón de Jesús, celebrando el 250 aniversario de la Declaración de Independencia. Encuentra recursos para tu parroquia en: ow.ly/oHVH50YV06H

Most Rev. Alexander K. Sample, Archbishop of Portland, explains why the bishops of the United States are consecrating this nation to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Rooted in centuries of devotion and the apparitions of Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque, the consecration will take place in June 2026 to mark America's 250th anniversary. It is an opportunity for the faithful to offer their lives in service to God and country.

Twelve years ago today, Bishop Peter L. Smith was ordained to the episcopacy by Archbishop Alexander Sample. The co-consecrators were Archbishop Emeritus John Vlazny and Bishop Liam Cary of Baker. Bishop Smith was ordained a priest for the Archdiocese of Portland in 2001. We give thanks for his faithful ministry and witness to the Gospel. Ad multos annos!

Ten years ago today, Archbishop Alexander K. Sample conferred the solemn abbatial blessing upon Abbot Jeremy Driscoll, OSB, who was elected the 12th Abbot of Mount Angel Abbey in Oregon. Photos: Mount Angel Abbey

Tomorrow, I’ll be speaking with Archbishop Ronald Hicks of New York on the vital topic of religious freedom. Join us on All Good Things Tuesday, April 21 at 11:10 AM PT | 2:10 PM ET. Tune in: siriusxm.com/blog/tag/all-go…