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Nation/World. September 24, 2021

Talk therapy: Honest listening, discussion are key to fixing ‘truth decay’

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The Pontifical Academy of Social Sciences hosted a workshop Sept. 13-14 on the “post-truth” era in communications.

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More than 5,600 U.S. religious sisters have signed a letter asking for civil discourse in the presidential campaign.

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@bishoppatricknearycsc celebrated Mass for World D @bishoppatricknearycsc celebrated Mass for World Day of the Sick Feb. 14 at the @centracare_mn St. Cloud Hospital chapel. Those gathered were invited to receive the sacrament of anointing of the sick during the service. The event was part of Living the Mission Week Feb. 9-15 at the hospital. Hospital Chaplains Father Mark Stang and Father Serdieu Jean, as well as the vicar for healthcare ethics, Father Tom Knoblach concelebrated. Watch the next Friday Feed for the whole story. #WorldDayoftheSick #LivingtheMission #voicesofhope #angelsofhope #catholicchurch #catholicproudstcloud #catholichealthcare #catholiclife #catholicfaith
The @diocesestcloud delegates to the @eucharistic_ The @diocesestcloud delegates to the @eucharistic_congress gathered at @csbsju last night, Feb. 6, for Awakening Hearts, a lively roundtable discussion about their experiences at the congress. The delegates in attendance were: Janet Dusek, Director, Office of Marriage and Family, Diocese of St. Cloud | Amber Walling, The Central Minnesota Catholic Magazine | Deacon Mario Mancilla, Manager of Latino Ministries, Diocese of St. Cloud | Andrew Withuski, sophomore, Saint John’s University | Noelle Aguiera, junior, College of St. Benedict | Father Derek Wiechmann, Pastor, Newman Center, St. Cloud State University, St. Anthony, Holy Spirit | Father Efrain Rosado, Benedictine Monk, @saintjohnsabbey @sjufaith @eucharistic_revival #eucharist #eucharisticcongress2024 #catholichurch #catholicfaith #catholiclife
The @diocesestcloud hosted the second annual Festi The @diocesestcloud hosted the second annual Festival of Families Feb. 2, at St. Francis Xavier Church in Sartell. The focus of the day-long celebration was to give families the opportunity to get to know each other, share their faith and have fun in the process. The day included lunch, activities for all ages, a carnival, break-out sessions and Mass with Benedictine Father John Klassen of @saintjohnsabbey . #catholic #catholicproudstcloud #catholicchurch #catholicfamilies #family #festivaloffamilies @catholic.united.financial @crosiers1210
Sacred Heart Parish in Staples (part of the @marys Sacred Heart Parish in Staples (part of the @marysacc8 ) celebrated the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord Feb. 2 with a blessing of candles at the beginning of Mass. The feast day, also known as Candlemas, commemorates the presentation of Jesus at the Temple by Joseph and Mary. It is based on the account of the presentation of Jesus in Luke’s Gospel. #candles #feastdays #catholichurch #catholicism
Students and staff from the @catholicschools_mn ga Students and staff from the @catholicschools_mn gathered Jan. 30 at @cathedralhighschoolsc for a special Mass with @bishoppatricknearycsc to celebrate Catholic Schools Week. #catholicschoolsweek2025 #CSW2025 #catholiceducation #catholicproudstcloud #catholic #catholicschools
Stephanie Nix, head cook at Saint Joseph Catholic Stephanie Nix, head cook at Saint Joseph Catholic School in St. Joseph, one of the @catholicschools_mn, didn’t take this job because she loves to prepare food. For her, it’s helping kids grow in their faith. Read more about Stephanie at the link in our bio. #csw2025 #catholicschoolsweek #catholiceducation #catholiclife #catholicproudstcloud #catholicschoolsweek2025
Parishes and schools across the @diocesestcloud ar Parishes and schools across the @diocesestcloud are kicking off #catholicschoolsweek2025 today. The national theme is Catholic Schools: United in Faith and Community. Father Derek Wiechmann at Holy Spirit Parish welcomed students, staff and their families from @seasstcloudmn . The students sang in the choir, presented the gifts, did readings and petitions and closed the Mass with a special song they prepared for Catholic Schools Week. #CSW2025 #catholicchurch #catholiclife #catholiceducation #catholicproudstcloud #catholic
January is an important time to think about our me January is an important time to think about our mental health. The holidays are over and we are back to our regular routine. We may be experiencing loneliness or even Seasonal Affective Disorder. At this time of year, it is important for us to be especially intentional about taking care of our mental health. The diocesan Mental Health Ministry Team encourages you to check on your family and friends, and practice a little winter self-care. Check out our website at the link in our bio for prayers, education and resources. #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthcareishealthcare
Daniella Zsupan-Jerome, assistant professor of pas Daniella Zsupan-Jerome, assistant professor of pastoral theology at @collegevillmn is featured In this video created before #popefrancis arrived to speak with journalists at the Vatican Jan. 25, as part of the Jubilee of the World of Communications. #Jubileeyear2025 #catholicmedia #catholicpress #catholiclife #journalism #catholicproudstcloud @iubilaeum25
A group from the @diocesestcloud attended the annu A group from the @diocesestcloud attended the annual #prayerserviceforlife Jan. 22 at the Cathedral of Saint Paul before walking from the cathedral to the @mnstatecapitol for the MCCL March for Life. Bishop Michael Izen, who spoke at the prayer service, encouraged those attending to support pregnancy resource centers through prayer or donations and also mentioned organizations like Rachel’s Vineyard or Project Rachel, that help support women after abortion. (Photos courtesy of Janet Dusek, director of the Office of Marriage and Family) #prolife #catholiclife #marchforlife #prayer
Have you started filling your Jubilee Passport? Ou Have you started filling your Jubilee Passport? Our diocese is home to five religious communities and a variety of other sacred places. During the Jubilee Year, pilgrims are encouraged to visit the sites listed in the passport or come up with their own pilgrimage options. Read more about the project at the link in our bio. Share what you've done in the comments! #jubileeyear2025 #jubilee #jubileepassport #sacredplaces #roadtrip #catholicroadtrips #catholic #catholiclife #catholicfaith #catholicproudstcloud
New podcast available! Listen to a conversation ab New podcast available! Listen to a conversation about why @catholic.united.financial wanted to be involved in the upcoming Festival of Families event. Listen at the link in our bio. #festivaloffamilies2025 #family #familytime #catholic #catholicfamilies #catholiclife #catholicproudstcloud
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