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Newly-digitized recording of Bishop McRaith’s installation steeped in 1980s holiday nostalgia

Newly-digitized recording of Bishop McRaith’s installation steeped in 1980s holiday nostalgia

Around this time of year, it seems like we can hardly cram in any more celebrations before the year’s end. Multiple Thanksgivings give way to Christmas parties with friends, family, and coworkers. However, on a “cold and drizzly” December evening, 41 years ago, the Diocese of Owensboro was happy to add an additional celebration to the holiday season.

Bishop Cotton’s original chalice was stolen

Bishop Cotton’s original chalice was stolen

Earlier this year, the Office of the Bishop contacted the archives with a request. The office inquired about the possibility of using the chalice of our first bishop, Bishop Francis R. Cotton’s, for the Chrism Mass.