About the Hands of Christ Recognition

The Hands of Christ is a recognition program, sponsored by the Office of Evangelization & Catechesis, in which the Most Reverend Bishop John S. Bonnici affirms high school seniors of our parishes who have been the "Hands of Christ" in their Churches, homes, schools and communities. Those being honored will be recognized at one of several diocesan recognition ceremonies in 2027. In order for a young person to receive this recognition, they must meet the following criteria:

  • Has consistently demonstrated a Christian attitude by word and example.
  • Has been actively involved in the parish as well as their school or community.
  • Has been a positive role model to their peers, younger children, and adults.
  • Is a practicing Roman Catholic in a parish in the Diocese of Rochester and regularly attends Mass.
  • Is currently a high school senior. 

Nomination Reminders- PLEASE READ!

  • The nominations you are about to submit must be approved by the Pastoral Leader.
  • Fields with an asterisk next to them are required fields.
  • If there are multiple nominations, please remember to click the "Add Another Nominee" button at the end of the "Nomination Information" section so that fields can be created to enter information for additional nominees.
  • Review names and address information for accuracy before submitting online form.
  • Remember to select the "Nomination Fee ($35)" button in the "Nomination Information" section and enter your parish name/location by selecting the "I am representing an organization" button in the "Billing Information" section.
  • Mail check to the Diocese of Rochester following online form submission.
  • NOMINATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED THROUGH DATE!

2027 Ceremony Information

We look forward to recognizing high school seniors who have been the "Hands of Christ" during the following ceremonies:

Sunday, April 25 (3:00 PM)- Sacred Heart Cathedral

Sunday, April  25 (7:00 PM)- Sacred Heart Cathedral

Sunday, May 2 (3:00 PM)- Immaculate Conception | Ithaca

Detailed ceremony information will be shared with catechetical leaders and families of recipients after January 15, 2027!

Nominee Information

  • Nomination fees can ONLY be paid by a check made payable to "Diocese of Rochester" with "Hands of Christ 2027" in the memo line. Checks can be sent to the following address:

    Diocese of Rochester
    Attn: Mark Capellazzi
    1150 Buffalo Road
    Rochester, NY 14624

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