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    May 13, 20264

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    Merged and closed parishes in the Diocese of St. Cloud: 1945 to the present

    April 2, 20264

    Annunciation shares Holy Thursday bread-baking tradition

    March 26, 20264

    Milestone Moment: Proposed parish mergers announced

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    May 18, 20264

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    US bishops’ consecration of nation to Sacred Heart of Jesus affirms ‘our reliance on God’

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    May 13, 20264

    Del Real: Young men are struggling to find purpose and vocation

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Around the Diocese. March 26, 2023

Bishop Neary, other Minnesota bishops meet with legislators, governor

By Gianna Bonello

Bishop Patrick Neary, C.S.C., joined Minnesota’s other bishops and staff of the Minnesota Catholic Conference at the State Capitol March 23 to discuss a variety of pro-family policies and issues with Gov. Tim Walz and legislative leaders.

Around the Diocese. Feature. March 15, 2023

Summit looks at the future of young adult ministry in diocese

By Gianna Bonello

The goal of the all-day gathering was to discuss the visions and goals for young adult ministry in the diocese and for young adult Catholics to connect with one another.

Around the Diocese. Feature. March 3, 2023

Hundreds gather for ‘United for Life’ event at State Capitol

By Gianna Bonello

Pro-lifers from around the state gathered at the Minnesota State Capitol Feb. 28 for a “United for Life” pro-life advocacy day.

Around the Diocese. February 27, 2023

Photos: Catechumens, candidates welcomed at Rite of Election

By Gianna Bonello

Young and old alike gathered at St. Mary’s Cathedral in St. Cloud Feb. 26 for the Rite of Election of catechumens and the Call to Continuing Conversion of candidates.

Around the Diocese. February 27, 2023

‘Made for More’ tour coming to Sauk Centre in April

By Gianna Bonello

Sauk Centre will play host to this special evening of music, art and presentations from author and speaker Christopher West, who is president of the Theology of the Body Institute, and singer Mike Mangione.

Around the Diocese. Feature. February 5, 2023

Farewell Mass with Bishop Kettler: ‘The light of God has shown brightly on this diocese’

By Gianna Bonello

The Gospel reading was from Matthew 5:13-16, in which Jesus tells his disciples: “You are the light of the world” and that their light must shine before others. Bishop Kettler referenced the passage in his homily.

Around the Diocese. Feature. February 5, 2023

Pro-life advocacy day to feature meetings with legislators, educational opportunities

By Gianna Bonello

On Feb. 28, pro-life Minnesotans from across the state will gather at the State Capitol for the first-ever “United for Life” advocacy day — an opportunity to show support for policies that protect the unborn and assist mothers.

Español. February 5, 2023

Ordenación 101: ¿Qué observar?

By Gianna Bonello

Aprender algunos de los términos y hechos claves asociados con la ordenación del obispo electo Neary

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@bishoppatricknearycsc was at the Minnesota State @bishoppatricknearycsc was at the Minnesota State Capitol for #eucharisticadoration May 1. On the first Friday of each month, the @mncatholicconference has organized adoration from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the basement level of the capitol building. Bishop Neary was on hand from 10 to 11 a.m. and Bishops Robert Barron of Winona-Rochester, Andrew Cozzens of Crookston and Chad Zielinski of New Ulm were also
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Happy National Principal Day to our 26 Catholic sc Happy National Principal Day to our 26 Catholic school principals! Sara Michaelson, superintendent of Catholic schools, shares this message of gratitude for their work in schools around the Diocese of St. Cloud. #catholicschoolstrong #catholiceducation #nationalprincipalday
Families from around the diocese gathered April 25 Families from around the diocese gathered April 25, the Saturday before Good Shepherd Sunday, for “The Shepherd is Calling,” an event sponsored by the diocesan Vocation Office. The event, for parents and their elementary school-age children seeking to learn more about Jesus, the Good Shepherd, was held at the Mike and Alice Westrich farm in Burtrum. #GoodShepherd #goodshepherdsunday
The @stbensisters gathered April 25 to honor Siste The @stbensisters gathered April 25 to honor Sisters Dennis Frandrup, Lois Wedl, Marie Reisinger and Renee Domeier as they celebrate their 75th jubilees this year. The sisters, who all entered the monastery in 1951, renewed their monastic profession and then were blessed by the community during the Mass. #religiouslife #jubilees #catholicsisters
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