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    Around the Diocese
    • Bishop Neary's Column
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    • Officials
    December 5, 20254

    Obituary: Franciscan Sister Lillian Kroll

    December 4, 20254

    Saint John’s receives $10 Million Rural Ministry Grant to pioneer large-scale collaboration with nine Catholic dioceses

    December 4, 20254

    CRS welcomes new board chair Bishop Patrick Neary, CSC

  • All Things New
    All Things New
    December 4, 20254

    A clear and hopeful vision is emerging

    December 1, 20254

    Change in the Church: ‘We never did it that way before’

    December 1, 20254

    Embracing change: conversion, continuity and the mission to make All Things New

  • Our Church in the World
    Our Church in the World
    December 4, 20254

    Churches, temples become emergency camps in cyclone-hit Sri Lanka

    December 4, 20254

    Papal commission votes against ordaining women deacons

    December 4, 20254

    Unity, dialogue, respect: On first trip, pope highlights paths to peace

  • Through Another Lens
    Through Another Lens
    December 1, 20254

    Is our dream big enough? Advent hopes in a season of change

    November 25, 20254

    Crowe: Pope Leo offered wisdom for all ages during digital encounter

    November 19, 20254

    Torres: Holy people teach us compassionate advocacy

  • Everyday Discipleship
    Everyday Discipleship
    • Our Faith in Action
    • On Canon Law with Father Crane
    • Our Faith Explained
    • In Light of Faith
    December 4, 20254

    Question Corner: Do Catholics give things up for Advent?

    December 4, 20254

    ‘One mightier than I is coming’: Advent with St. John the Baptist

    December 1, 20254

    Change in the Church: ‘We never did it that way before’

  • Arts & Culture
    Arts & Culture
    December 4, 20254

    U.S. theologian Weigel honored for defense of human dignity in the face of aggression

    December 4, 20254

    The boozy brew Charles Dickens popularized, and its connection to St. Nicholas

    November 25, 20254

    White Sox co-owner says pope told him he’d ‘love to’ throw a season opening pitch in future

December 4, 2025

Heim Milling celebrates 125 years of faith and service

November 19, 2025

For Buckman man and retired priest, deer hunting was no walk in the woods

November 14, 2025

Locals gather for prayer as U.S. bishops address immigration in newly-released statement

November 6, 2025

Theology students engage in Latino culture at St. Boniface in Cold Spring

November 6, 2025

Bishop Neary: He had been with them all along!

Around the Diocese

Around the Diocese. Obituaries. December 5, 2025

Obituary: Franciscan Sister Lillian Kroll

Sister Mary Lillian (Eleanor) Kroll, 103, died Dec. 3, 2025, at St. Francis Convent in Little Falls, Minnesota. A memorial Mass will be held at the convent at 2 p.m. Dec. 13.

Around the Diocese. Uncategorized. December 4, 2025

Saint John’s receives $10 Million Rural Ministry Grant to pioneer large-scale collaboration with nine Catholic dioceses

Around the Diocese. December 4, 2025

CRS welcomes new board chair Bishop Patrick Neary, CSC

Around the Diocese. December 4, 2025

2025 Retirement Fund for Religious collection slated for Dec. 13-14

Around the Diocese. December 4, 2025

A sacred journey: Christopher Santer’s ‘The Magnificat’ brings joy and hope to area pilgrims

Around the Diocese. Feature. December 4, 2025

Heim Milling celebrates 125 years of faith and service

All Things New

All Things New. December 4, 2025

A clear and hopeful vision is emerging

From grassroots conversations to bold plans, All Things New is guiding our Church toward renewal and sustainable growth.

All Things New. On Canon Law with Father Crane. December 1, 2025

Change in the Church: ‘We never did it that way before’

All Things New. Our Faith Explained. December 1, 2025 1

Embracing change: conversion, continuity and the mission to make All Things New

All Things New. November 6, 2025

Father Crane explains the Committee for the Affirmation of Plans

All Things New. Bishop Neary's Column. Feature. November 6, 2025 1

Bishop Neary: He had been with them all along!

All Things New. October 30, 2025

Local educator discusses creating a culture of welcome in the midst of change

Our Church in the World

Our Church in the World. December 4, 2025

Churches, temples become emergency camps in cyclone-hit Sri Lanka

Cyclone Ditwah, a disaster called the “most challenging” in Sri Lanka’s history, left 474 people dead, over 350 missing and thousands stranded.

Our Church in the World. December 4, 2025

Papal commission votes against ordaining women deacons

Our Church in the World. December 4, 2025

Unity, dialogue, respect: On first trip, pope highlights paths to peace

Our Church in the World. December 4, 2025

Retired New York fire chief and voice of 9/11 victims, dies of service-related illness

Our Church in the World. December 4, 2025

Nobel Laureate challenges young people to demand justice for Congo

Our Church in the World. November 25, 2025

NCYC relics chapel offers attendees a chance to pray in presence of saints

Español

Español. Uncategorized. December 4, 2025

‘Viene uno más poderoso que yo’: Vivir el Adviento con San Juan Bautista

Los cuatro Evangelios aclaman a San Juan Bautista y lo distinguen de los demás. Desde antes de su nacimiento, fue elegido por Dios para anunciar, bautizar e identificar a Jesús como el Mesías tan esperado.

Español. November 30, 2025

Historia del Santo: San Francisco Javier

Español. November 25, 2025

Cuatro pasos para vivir el discipulado en Adviento

Español. November 23, 2025

Historia del Santo: San Andrés Dung-Lac y los mártires bajo un Nerón vietnamita

Español. November 20, 2025

La unidad en la enseñanza, la misión y la preocupación por los inmigrantes resuena en la asamblea de otoño de los obispos

Español. November 13, 2025

Obispos consagrarán Estados Unidos al Sagrado Corazón de Jesús con motivo del 250 aniversario de la fundación del país

Everyday Discipleship

Everyday Discipleship. December 4, 2025

Question Corner: Do Catholics give things up for Advent?

Although it’s not as common as a personal Lenten penance, it is still very much in keeping with the nature of the Advent season to take on an additional penance for Advent.

Everyday Discipleship. December 4, 2025

‘One mightier than I is coming’: Advent with St. John the Baptist

All Things New. On Canon Law with Father Crane. December 1, 2025

Change in the Church: ‘We never did it that way before’

All Things New. Our Faith Explained. December 1, 2025

Embracing change: conversion, continuity and the mission to make All Things New

Everyday Discipleship. November 30, 2025

Saint Profile: Saint Francis Xavier

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Bethany Tollefson, a professor in the Department o Bethany Tollefson, a professor in the Department of Nursing Science at St. Cloud State University and a member of the diocesan mental health ministry team, explores common mental health concerns that often intensify during this time of year — grief, depression and anxiety — as well as the need for self-care. #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthduringholidays
Today, the last Sunday of the liturgical year, we Today, the last Sunday of the liturgical year, we celebrate the solemnity of Christ the King. A newcomer to the church calendar — established 100 years ago — this feast is designed to give special recognition to the dominion Christ our Lord has over our lives. Read more at the link in our bio. #ChristTheKing #catholiclife #catholicfaith
One of the youngest participants in the family fai One of the youngest participants in the family faith formation program at St. Mary Parish in Mora, part of the @fourpillarsinfaithacc studies a picture of St. Padre Pio, who was the topic of the Nov. 16 meeting. More on this great program to come, stay tuned! #faithformation #familytime #familyfaithformation #catholic #catholiclife #catholicfaith #family #padrepio #saintpadrepio
Catholic community members, activists and immigran Catholic community members, activists and immigrants gathered at St. Joseph Church in Waite Park on Nov. 13 for a second Catholic Public Witness for Immigrants prayer vigil. A similar event was held Oct. 22 at St. Francis Xavier in Sartell. Read more about it at the link in our bio. #onechurchonefamily #immigration #Catholicsocialteaching #catholiclife #catholicfaith
“The heavens declare the glory of God; the firmame “The heavens declare the glory of God; the firmament proclaims the works of his hands.” — Psalm 19 @exploreminnesota #northernlights #auroraborealis
Accompaniment, the November theme of the All Thing Accompaniment, the November theme of the All Things New planning initiative, is at the heart of the Church’s mission. Read Bishop Neary's column for this month at the link in our bio. #AllThingsNew #accompaniment #Catholic #catholiclife #catholicfaith
Youth in grades 9-12 from around the diocese came Youth in grades 9-12 from around the diocese came together Oct. 26 at St. Cloud State University for the first Apostle Games. The event, put on by the @diocesestcloud with help from the Diocesan Youth Council, featured competition in games and fun activities, workshops, lunch and Mass with Bishop Neary. Watch for more photos in the next Friday Feed!. #apostlegames #youth #youthday #catholicproudstcloud
Several members of the Franciscan Sisters of Littl Several members of the Franciscan Sisters of Little Falls gathered with parishioners and others Oct. 22 for a Catholic Public Witness for Immigrants Day prayer vigil at St. Francis Xavier Church in Sartell. Read more about it at the link in our bio! #justiceforimmigrants #socialjustice #catholicsocialteaching #refugees #migrants #prayer #rosary #rosaryforpeace
Rosaries come in many designs, sizes and colors an Rosaries come in many designs, sizes and colors and each one has a story. During the month of October, which is dedicated to the rosary, we are asking you to send us your rosary stories to share on our digital platforms. This one comes from Kathy Popp of Cross Rock Area Catholic Community. #praytherosary #rosary #rosarystories #catholicfaith #catholicprayer
Rosaries come in many designs, sizes and colors an Rosaries come in many designs, sizes and colors and each one has a story. During the month of October, which is dedicated to the rosary, we are asking you to send us your rosary stories to share on our digital platforms. This one comes from Adam Martin of One in Christ Area Catholic Community. #praytherosary #rosary #rosarystories #catholicfaith #catholicprayer
Rosaries come in many designs, sizes and colors an Rosaries come in many designs, sizes and colors and each one has a story. During the month of October, which is dedicated to the rosary, we are asking you to send us your rosary stories to share on our digital platforms. This one comes from Theresa Gregory. #praytherosary #rosary #rosarystories #catholicfaith #catholicprayer
Parishioners and their pets gathered Oct. 5 at @sa Parishioners and their pets gathered Oct. 5 at @sacredheartsaukrapids for a blessing in celebration of the #feastofstfrancis (October 4). Father Tom Knoblach and Deacon Joe Kresky blessed each animal and handed out prizes and treats afterward. #saints #saintfrancisofassisi #catholiclife #parishlife
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Through Another Lens

Through Another Lens. December 1, 2025

Is our dream big enough? Advent hopes in a season of change

This Advent, Isaiah invites us to embrace parish changes as opportunities to dream big with God and trust His presence in the new.

Through Another Lens. November 25, 2025

Crowe: Pope Leo offered wisdom for all ages during digital encounter

Through Another Lens. November 19, 2025

Torres: Holy people teach us compassionate advocacy

Through Another Lens. November 19, 2025

MCC Inside the Capitol: New studies reveal why Minnesota should not decriminalize sports gambling

Through Another Lens. November 12, 2025

Archbishop Wenski: Speaking out against unjust laws amid mass deportations

Arts & Culture

Arts & Culture. December 4, 2025

U.S. theologian Weigel honored for defense of human dignity in the face of aggression

American theologian and author George Weigel was honored Nov. 30 with the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church’s Blessed Omelyan Kovch Award at the National Opera House in Lviv, Ukraine.

Arts & Culture. December 4, 2025

The boozy brew Charles Dickens popularized, and its connection to St. Nicholas

Arts & Culture. November 25, 2025

White Sox co-owner says pope told him he’d ‘love to’ throw a season opening pitch in future

Arts & Culture. November 25, 2025

Celebrity chef ‘Lidia’ hasn’t forgotten what it’s like to be a refugee. Here’s how she’s giving back

Arts & Culture. November 20, 2025

In this TikTok test of a baby formula emergency, one Catholic church really stood out

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