Chrism Mass to Be Held in Madison Diocese on April 2

Bishop Donald J. Hying invites all to the annual celebration at St. Maria Goretti Church.

Mar. 19, 2026 at 12:00pm

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The Diocese of Madison will hold its annual Chrism Mass on Holy Thursday, April 2, at 10 a.m. at St. Maria Goretti Church. The Chrism Mass is a significant event where priests renew their priestly promises and the bishop blesses the oils used in various sacraments throughout the year.

Why it matters

The Chrism Mass is a central celebration in the Catholic Church, highlighting the role of the ministerial priesthood and its connection to the common priesthood of all believers. It is an important annual event for the Diocese of Madison and its faithful.

The details

At the Chrism Mass, the priests of the diocese will renew their priestly promises before Bishop Donald J. Hying. The bishop will also bless the Oil of Catechumens, the Oil of the Sick, and consecrate the Sacred Chrism, which will then be distributed to all the parishes for use in sacraments throughout the year. Representatives from the parishes, along with their parish priests, will be on hand to receive the blessed oils.

  • The Chrism Mass will take place at 10 a.m. on Holy Thursday, April 2, 2026.

The players

Bishop Donald J. Hying

The Bishop of the Diocese of Madison who will preside over the Chrism Mass.

St. Maria Goretti Church

The church in Madison, Wisconsin where the Chrism Mass will be held.

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The takeaway

The Chrism Mass is a significant annual event for the Diocese of Madison, celebrating the ministerial priesthood and the sacraments that strengthen the faithful to be bold witnesses of Jesus Christ in the world.