The moment of death is holy and sacred. It is our crossing over from this world to the next. So often the terminally ill, if they are offered spiritual accompaniment and support, no longer fear death but embrace it with joyful expectation.
From Bishop Patrick Neary: Let us uphold the dignity of life
From Bishop Patrick Neary: My first year as bishop
Nearing the first anniversary of his installation, Bishop Patrick Neary, C.S.C., reflects on his time serving as the bishop of the Diocese of St. Cloud.
From Bishop Patrick Neary: The way to Christ is through humility
“Humility is a word that comes to mind when I look at all the people and figures that we are honoring in the Diocese of St. Cloud in this new year of 2024,” writes Bishop Neary.
Bishop Patrick Neary: The greatest gift we have ever received
As Christmas approaches, we give thanks that the Word became flesh and chose to pitch his tent among us human beings. The greatest gift we have ever received, Jesus Christ, dwells within us and comes to us at every Mass.
Bishop Patrick Neary: Grateful for each day
November is a special month for us as Roman Catholics but also Americans as we celebrate National Vocational Awareness Month, World Day of the Poor and Thanksgiving.
SPECIAL STATEMENT: Bishop Neary joins Pope Francis in calling for day of prayer for peace Oct. 27
In an Oct. 19 statement, St. Cloud Bishop Patrick Neary, C.S.C., joined Pope Francis’ call for a day of prayer for peace on Oct. 27.
Bishop Neary: Hearts on fire, feet on the move
Bishop Neary shares the purpose of World Mission Sunday, and how it unites us all as missionaries to help build the Body of Christ through a shared mission of hope, goodness and compassion.
Bishop Neary: Growing closer to the flock
Bishop Neary says he looks towards the future and names six priorities.