When the statewide order to stay at home went into effect just before Easter, Father Leroy tried desperately to think of a way he could still offer the sacrament that he loves so much and feels is so important to his parishioners. “One of my parishioners suggested I use my fish house,” he said.
‘Fisher of men:’ Battle Lake priest offers fish house confessions
‘Lead, Learn, Proclaim’ Award presented to Linda Kaiser
Linda Kaiser will receive an award for her life-long leadership in Catholic education.
Franciscan Community Volunteers say goodbye
The St. Cloud-based program, which focused on meaningful service, intentional community and Franciscan spirituality, has served multiple locations across Central Minnesota since 2009, including organizations such as the Boys and Girls Club, Catholic Charities Children’s Home and Youth House and St. Benedict’s Senior Community.
National speaker, author and teacher Ann Garrido to headline Leadership Day April 16
Ann Garrido will present to the people of the Diocese of St. Cloud on “Collaborative Leadership” at Holy Family Parish in Belle Prairie.
Bishop’s Annual Appeal: Emmaus Institute helps form leaders for the future
“What I learned, what I saw, was that being a disciple means to go out and do it, don’t wait,” said Mayuli Bales, one of the co-founders of the Emmaus Institute. A student herself, she has seen firsthand the impact the classes are already having on the other students.
Bishop’s Annual Appeal: Vocation office is a conduit for God’s voice
The Vocation Office, comprised of three people — director Father Scott Pogatchnik, associate director Father Doug Liebsch and secretary Julie Jacobs — seeks to help people explore God’s plan for their lives.
Heaven or bust: Eden Valley woman prepares to enter religious life
Madi Field, from Eden Valley, will enter religious life Jan. 25 with the Discalced Carmelites of the Holy Name of Jesus in Denmark, Wisconsin.
David Fremo is ready to ‘rock’ as new diocesan director of Catholic education
David Fremo begins as director of Catholic Education Ministries as Linda Kaiser retires after 26 years in the position.