Bishop Patrick Neary conferred the blessing, recognizing the relationship between the monastery and the Diocese of St. Cloud.
Abbot Douglas Mullin blessed as 11th Abbot of Saint John’s Abbey
Photos: Crosier brother takes next step toward priesthood
Crosier Brother Marcos Antonio Leles took the next step in his journey to the priesthood Jan. 20 with his ordination to the diaconate.
Update: Restoration underway of Elmdale church damaged by fire
Restoration is well underway on the church, which was damaged by fire last July. No date has been set for completion.
Photos of the week Jan. 19, 2024
Photos featured this week include Palestinian children waiting to receive food at a distribution center in Rafah in the southern Gaza Strip, Taiwanese President-elect Lai Ching-te and more.
Four Pillars in Faith ACC honors long-held Epiphany tradition
Parishioners from the Four Pillars in Faith Area Catholic Community gathered at St. Mary Parish in Milaca Jan. 6 for a special Epiphany blessing of water, salt and chalk to take to bless their homes.
Saint John’s Abbey elects Benedictine Father Douglas Mullin as new abbot
The monks of Saint John’s Abbey in Collegeville have announced the election of Benedictine Father Doug Mullin to serve as abbot. He replaces Benedictine Abbot John Klassen, the 10th abbot of Saint John’s, who has served the community in that capacity for more than 23 years.
Rare Blessed Carlo Acutis stained-glass window installed in Foreston chapel
Several stained-glass windows are being installed in St. Anne’s Chapel at St. Louis Parish in Foreston, including a depiction of Blessed Carlo Acutis, one of the patrons of the revival.
Bishop Neary holds first ACC Pastoral Visit
Representatives from the Harvest of Hope, One in Faith and Northern Cross Area Catholic Communities gathered today at St. Mary’s Cathedral in St. Cloud for their pastoral visit with Bishop Patrick Neary.