By Jonah McKeown
CNA Staff, Mar 27, 2025 / 15:50 pm
As plans for a blasphemous “black mass” at the Kansas Capitol building loom on March 28, Catholics are uniting in prayerful solidarity. The centerpiece of their response will be adoration and Mass at a Catholic church directly opposite the Capitol.
Organized by the Satanic Grotto, the “black mass” — an explicit parody of the Catholic Mass — is scheduled to begin around 10 a.m. Despite Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly’s decree that the event must take place outside, the ritual organizers plan to defy the order and enter the Capitol building around 11:30.
A promotional flyer for the “mass” posted on Reddit details the ritual’s components, including the “Denunciation of Christ,” the “Desecration of the Eucharist,” and the “Corruption of the Blood.”
To counter this Satanic event, Archbishop Joseph Naumann of Kansas City, Kansas, will lead a Eucharistic Holy Hour at Assumption Catholic Church, directly across the street from the Capitol.
The Holy Hour will commence at 11 a.m. Friday, followed by noon Mass. Similar Holy Hours and Masses are planned in neighboring dioceses of Wichita, Salina, and Dodge City.
Archbishop Naumann emphasized that the planned Satanic ritual is an affront to all Christians but urged the faithful not to succumb to anger and violence, as that would be cooperating with the devil.
During the authentic Catholic Mass, prayers will be offered for God’s blessings upon those who blaspheme Him and mock believers in Jesus Christ.
Embracing Forgiveness: The Power of Conversion and Prayer
When faced with the ultimate act of betrayal and cruelty on Calvary, Jesus Christ showed the world the true meaning of forgiveness. As Archbishop Naumann eloquently put it, “Jesus implored his heavenly Father to forgive those who crucified him because they did not know what they were doing.” This powerful message of forgiveness serves as a guiding light for all Christians, especially in the face of evil and darkness.
Recently, Pope Francis announced the canonization of Blessed Bartolo Longo, a man who once embraced the occult and Satanism, even becoming a Satanic priest. However, through the power of prayer and the unwavering support of his family, Longo found his way back to the loving embrace of the Catholic Church. His transformation serves as a testament to the redemptive power of faith and conversion.
Archbishop Naumann reminds us that while we should not underestimate the craftiness and power of Satan, as long as we remain close to Jesus, we need not fear the devil. Throughout the Gospels, we see Jesus’s authority over the demonic forces, liberating those who have fallen prey to the evil one.
As Catholics, it is our duty to respond to the threats of Satanism and evil with prayer and faith. Archbishop Naumann urges us to turn this attempt to mock and blaspheme our faith into an opportunity to draw closer to Jesus. By doing so, we can overcome the forces of darkness and bring about the transformative power of God’s love.
Let us join in prayer for the conversion of those who have been ensnared by the evil one, just as St. Bartolo Longo was once. Through the intercession of this holy saint and the mercy of God, all things are possible. May we never lose faith in the face of adversity, for with God, all things are possible.
Archdiocese Takes Legal Action Against Desecration
In response to the planned “black mass” by a Satanist group, Archbishop Naumann took swift action by filing a lawsuit to secure the safe return of any consecrated hosts in their possession. The desecration of the Eucharist is a deeply offensive act to Catholics, and Naumann was determined to prevent such sacrilege.
After the Satanist leaders testified under oath that the hosts in their possession were not of Catholic origin, the lawsuit was settled. However, the debate among Kansas lawmakers regarding the allowance of such events continues to rage on.
As we navigate through these challenging times, let us hold fast to our faith and the power of prayer. Just as Blessed Bartolo Longo found his way back to God, so too can those who have strayed. Let us remain steadfast in our beliefs and trust in the transformative power of God’s love.
