Bishop Emeritus Paride Taban from the Diocese of Torit, South Sudan, and a longtime friend of St. Cloud Bishop Emeritus John Kinney, made a recent visit to the U.S. that began July 16 and extends through Aug. 16. This is his sixth trip to the Diocese of St. Cloud.

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Having experienced spiritual direction — a practice that exemplifies the spiritual work of mercy, “counseling the doubtful” — Dawn Carrillo found herself intrigued with the idea of becoming a spiritual director herself.

The event, which will take place at the Czech farm half a mile south of Gilman, will be held Aug. 21, rain or shine.

“Each person is a gift from God and needs to be loved, respected and protected, even in challenging circumstances,” the monument reads.

During the 10 years Betty Nystrom has served as coordinator for the religious education program at St. Anne Parish in Kimball, she has often heard youth and confirmation students express an interest in going on a mission trip.

Benedictine Father Edward Vebelun has been named the first ecumenical officer for the Diocese of St. Cloud.

On June 27, Father Tom Mboya arrived in the U.S. from the Diocese of Homa Bay, Kenya. Father John Odero will return to Kenya in September.