The execution of Thomas Loden is the second in just over a year in Mississippi. We respectfully submit the perspective and teachings from our Catholic faith in the Lord Jesus Christ that promote the abolition of the death penalty.

As we undertake the beginning of a new church year with the season of Advent, Bishop Joseph Kopacz of the Diocese of Jackson invites all to prepare to welcome the Lord.

Bishop Joseph Kopacz sends his greetings and prayers to the faithful of the Diocese of Jackson as we join in the celebration of Thanksgiving.

Bishop Joseph Kopacz was released from St. Dominic Hospital Thursday, August 25, and is home resting for a few more days.

Bishop Joseph Kopacz is currently being treated for a kidney infection in St. Dominic Hospital. Bishop Kopacz will be resting and recuperating over the next few days and appreciates your prayers.

Today, Lady Justice has turned her attention to the cry of the unborn child hidden in the refuge of his or her mother’s womb. Today, justice has not abandoned that unborn child and his or her capacity to feel pain, but there is still more work to be done.

Bishop Joseph Kopacz of the Diocese of Jackson sends prayers and talks about 2022 Graduations. Blessings to all graduates and especially to those graduating from our Catholic Schools...

“As Easter continues and we approach the Ascension and then Pentecost, may we know indeed that the Lord is with us always and that we are clothed in his loving Spirit.” – Bishop Joseph Kopacz

Bishop Joseph R. Kopacz of the Diocese of Jackson, tested positive for COVID-19 on Wednesday, May 18, 2022...

Join Bishop Kopacz for a Divine Mercy Holy Hour for healing and prayers for Victims of Sexual Abuse by Clergy and Church Personnel on Sunday, April 24 at 6 p.m. at the Cathedral of St. Peter the Apostle.

In the video and column below, Bishop Joseph Kopacz invites us to walk by faith through Holy Week and looking forward to wishing all a Happy Easter.

With Pope Francis and Bishops around the World, Bishop Kopacz Consecrates Russia and Ukraine to Immaculate Heart of Mary on Friday, March 25 at the Cathedral of St. Peter the Apostle in Jackson, Mississippi.

Bishop Joseph R. Kopacz of the Diocese of Jackson talks about two great witnesses of Our Lord Jesus during this time of Lent – St. Patrick and St. Joseph. May they inspire us to draw closer to the Lord in this season of conversion and new life.

We, the undersigned, are the Catholic Bishops of the Dioceses of Jackson and Biloxi that encompass the state of Mississippi in its entirety. We are writing in unison to express our concern over Senate Bill 2643, specifically its 13th addition that in effect is opening the door to a process of unilateral divorce...

Bishop Joseph Kopacz of the Diocese of Jackson wishes blessings to all in this season of feasting. Hear his message on Lent and the three pillars – Prayer, Fasting and Almsgiving.

Seventeen individuals received the Bishop John Joseph Chanche Award for service on Saturday, Feb. 19, 2022 in the Cathedral of St. Peter the Apostle.

Bishop Joseph Kopacz talks about prayer and the Word of God as a piece of the Synod 2021 – 2023, as gatherings begin around the Diocese of Jackson.

Bishop Joseph R. Kopacz shares thoughts on Word of God Sunday.

Bishop Kopacz welcomes support of the annual Catholic Service Appeal and wishes all a Happy New Year. To learn more about the ministries that the CSA supports or to donate visit: http://csa.jacksondiocese.org/