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    July 16, 20264

    One in Christ ACC helps bring new tabernacle to remote Alaskan parish

    July 14, 20264

    From pastry chef to missionary, Braham woman shares how life led her to FOCUS

    July 7, 20264

    Remembering Bob Stewart: A gentle shepherd and champion of Catholic education

  • All Things New
    All Things New
    July 1, 20264

    All Things New: How naming a new parish can bring new energy to parish life

    June 25, 20264

    Faith Handed Down: How one ACC is saying goodbye to a beloved building

    June 4, 20264

    Parish visits across Stearns County inspire deeper faith for St. Cloud couple

  • Our Church in the World
    Our Church in the World
    July 16, 20264

    Pilgrims walk in the steps of the Georgia Martyrs

    July 16, 20264

    ‘Keep Venezuelans in your hearts’ after earthquakes, says Catholic relief worker

    July 15, 20264

    Faith leads effort to end preventable blindness in Guatemala and beyond

  • Everyday Discipleship
    Everyday Discipleship
    • On Canon Law with Father Crane
    • Our Faith Explained
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    • In Light of Faith
    July 15, 20264

    Five times to pray on the go

    July 15, 20264

    A miracle at sea and the faith of a young immigrant father

    July 13, 20264

    Saint Profile: St. Kateri Tekakwitha

  • Through Another Lens
    Through Another Lens
    July 15, 20264

    DeLorenzo: To a future of abundance?

    July 15, 20264

    Bishop Oscar Cantú of Silicon Valley reflects on the impact of ‘Magnifica Humanitas’

    July 14, 20264

    July Legacy Memo

  • Arts & Culture
    Arts & Culture
    July 15, 20264

    ‘Alone’: Lessons from the wilderness

    July 15, 20264

    After a tragedy, ‘The Tapestry’ offers consolation

    July 8, 20264

    Mexico’s World Cup run unites faith and ‘futbol’

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Around the Diocese. Feature. Uncategorized. June 16, 2026 2

A class act: Jubilarian priests reflect on 50 years of faith, fraternity and friendship

By Dianne Towalski

This year marks 50 years of priesthood for Fathers Ralph Zimmerman, Timothy Baltes and Geno Doyle. As the Church honors their faithful service, they reflect not only on their ministry, but on a lifelong friendship that has shaped their vocations and their lives.

Around the Diocese. Uncategorized. May 12, 2026

Service dog Maggie Mae brings confidence and joy to SJAS students in Foley

By The Central Minnesota Catholic

For the past couple of years, SJAS has been blessed by visits from Maggie Mae, a four‑legged reading companion, and her owner, Carron. What began as a simple effort to encourage young readers has grown into a beloved part of one Catholic school community.

Around the Diocese. Feature. Uncategorized. April 22, 2026 2

The flute player of Lake Sagatagan

By Dianne Towalski

Benedictine Father Michael Peterson uses Native American-style flutes to express his relationship with creation.

Through Another Lens. Uncategorized. March 5, 2026

Erlandson: Is our nation losing its soul?

By OSV News

U.S. bishops are speaking up about the treatment of immigrants and the deportation strategy and tactics of the current administration, and their messaging has grown increasingly urgent and concerned.

Around the Diocese. Feature. Uncategorized. February 5, 2026

Photos: Bishop Neary leads Holy Hour for Peace

By Dianne Towalski

Catholics from around the diocese gathered at St. Mary’s Cathedral in St. Cloud Feb. 5 to pray for peace.

Around the Diocese. Uncategorized. February 4, 2026

Notre Dame Federal Credit Union and Catholic United Financial Credit Union

By The Central Minnesota Catholic

Catholic United Financial Credit Union announced its intent to merge with Notre Dame Federal Credit Union, in a strategic partnership that will unite two member-owned, not-for-profit financial cooperatives.

Through Another Lens. Uncategorized. January 28, 2026

Minnesota Franciscan and a Palestinian humanitarian build peace one conversation at a time

By The Central Minnesota Catholic

Late at night in Al‑Bireh, a simple video call connects a Palestinian humanitarian worker with a Secular Franciscan in Minnesota. Across thousands of miles, they meet each week to practice something the world desperately needs: forgiveness.

Arts & Culture. Uncategorized. January 7, 2026

Shrine prepares to share Mother Seton’s ‘Revolutionary’ impact as America turns 250

By OSV News

The national shrine dedicated to the first U.S.-born saint is aiming to help patriotic revelers discover the place of “Mother Seton” during America’s 250th anniversary year in 2026.

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Un milagro en el mar y la devoción de un joven padre inmigrante

Español July 13, 2026

Historia de una santa: San Kateri Tekakwitha

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