In late November, Father Jeff Ethen, Deacon Jim Schulzetenberg and his wife, Bonnie, and retired Deacon Bruce Geyer and wife Gail spent a week in El Paso, Texas, where they heard firsthand about newcomers entering the United States from Bishop Mark Seitz of the Diocese of El Paso and other community leaders.
Local Catholics learn firsthand about immigration at El Paso border
Catholics ‘must act’ for racial justice to honor MLK, says USCCB president
Archbishop Timothy P. Broglio referred in his statement to the call to action from Servant of God Sister Thea Bowman, one of six Black Catholic women and men proposed for sainthood.
First of five ‘BREAD Talks’ provides spiritual nourishment for multitude gathered
There was no shortage of emotions pulsing through the crowd of 150-plus Jan. 5 at The Main Gate in Little Falls for the first of a series of five BREAD Talks, designed by the local Eucharistic Revival team.
Veteran Catholic journalist and St. John’s alum reflects on Pope Benedict’s legacy
In an interview with The Central Minnesota Catholic, the former Rome bureau chief of Catholic News Service talks about his memories of the retired pope and his impact on the future of the papacy.
Meet the 10th bishop of the Diocese of St. Cloud
How did Father Neary discern his vocation? What does he do in his free time? Find out by reading our Q&A with the bishop-elect.
Bishop Kettler: Welcoming the diocese’s new shepherd
“Please join me in giving Bishop-elect Neary a warm welcome! He has already learned much about our Church in central Minnesota, and he will learn much more when he begins to visit our parishes, Area Catholic Communities and religious communities.”
Eucharist-themed ‘BREAD Talks’ are coming to a brewery near you
Beginning in January, the diocese’s Eucharistic Revival initiative is hosting “BREAD Talks” in each of the diocese’s five area deaneries, each at a different brewery.
Statements from Bishop Kettler, Bishop-elect Neary on death of Pope Benedict
“He was a humble servant of the Church, and I am so grateful for his leadership during challenging times,” Bishop Kettler said. “Please join me in praying for his eternal rest.”