On March 19, 2020, the Diocese of Saginaw began broadcasting daily Mass from the Cathedral of Mary of the Assumption via livestream, bringing the liturgy into the homes of the faithful in our Diocese and beyond during that uncertain time.
“This is one way we can continue to pray together and remain in union with Jesus at the cross,” Bishop Robert Gruss said at that time. “From the cross flows the grace, faith, hope and love necessary to help us during this time.”
Since then, the Diocese has continued to livestream daily Mass in addition to Sunday Mass. However, due to the logistical challenges of live streaming and the need for trained volunteers, the Diocese of Saginaw will begin only livestreaming Sunday Mass as of Monday, Sept. 2.
“We are grateful for the years we were able to provide a livestream of Mass to the many faithful followers who joined us via livestream each day," Bishop Gruss said. “The gift of technology enabled us to remain in union with Christ and each other during the pandemic, as well as serve those who are sick or homebound. I am pleased that we will continue providing the livestream on Sundays for those who cannot attend Mass in person. I encourage the faithful, if they are able, to attend a daily Mass near them to receive our Lord Jesus in the Holy Eucharist.”
In addition to Sunday Masses, the Diocese of Saginaw will livestream special episcopal Masses and events, including Bishop Gruss’ First Friday Masses, ordinations and perpetual vows.
Daily livestreams of the Mass may be found Monday through Saturday at 9:30 a.m. at www.CatholicTV.org/watch-live.html