The suspension of in-person gatherings and activities in the Diocese of St. Cloud due to COVID-19 will continue until at least Feb. 1, Bishop Donald Kettler reiterated in a Jan. 6 letter to pastors.
Prohibition on in-person gatherings in parishes remains until Feb. 1
Obituary: Franciscan Sister Mary Siena Wald
Franciscan Sister Mary Siena (Annella) Wald, 79, died Jan. 7, at St. Francis Convent, Little Falls. A private burial was held Jan. 9. A memorial Mass will be celebrated at a later date.
Mission in the public square: An interview with Jason Adkins
The executive director of Minnesota Catholic Conference talks about what motivates him, how his work impacts his faith, and what gives him hope for the future.
2021 Legislature: MCC seeks to protect poor, vulnerable as COVID relief takes center stage
In addition to providing relief from the coronavirus pandemic, Minnesota’s lawmakers face a number of other challenging issues.
Official: December 1, 2020
The Most Reverend Donald J. Kettler, Bishop of the Diocese of Saint Cloud, makes the following appointment in the Diocese of Saint Cloud, effective December 1, […]
Prohibition on in-person gatherings in parishes extended to Feb. 1
Bishop Donald Kettler is continuing the suspension of in-person social activities and other gatherings in parishes until at least Feb. 1, he notified pastors in a letter Dec. 18.
Sweet Christmas cookie tradition connects members of Alexandria community
For nearly 30 years, the Cookie Connection tradition has brought Christmas cheer to the homebound or those unable to bake. This year, however, the tradition changed due to COVID-19 restrictions.
Eden Valley, Watkins parishes to host outdoor Nativity story
The churches of St. Anthony in Watkins and Assumption in Eden Valley will host an outdoor depiction of the Nativity story. “The Story of Jesus’ Birth: A Drive Through Christmas Event,” will be held at 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 23.