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Photos of the Week: April 11, 2023

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In the spotlight: Easter Triduum, praying with tornado victims, Jesus Nazareno of the Ribbons

Nation/World. April 9, 2023

Pope at Easter: Roll away the stone of sadness, encounter the Risen Lord

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“The power of Easter summons you to roll away every stone of disappointment and mistrust,’ the pope said in his homily at the Mass April 8.

Focus on Faith. April 6, 2023

Creating parish’s paschal candle helps eighth graders feel ‘closer to God’

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Two youth from Holy Rosary Bilingual Academy were chosen to pour and decorate the 3-foot-tall Easter candle because of their dedicated service as junior sacristans at morning Mass.

Focus on Faith. April 4, 2023

Good questions, FOCUS and large stuffed pigs: one new Catholic’s journey to the faith

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The annual SEEK conferences hosted by FOCUS are for anyone interested in deepening their faith and spreading the Gospel.

Nation/World. Feature. April 4, 2021

Christ’s victory over death proclaims a second chance for all, pope says

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The Easter liturgies — with the fire, sharing of light from the paschal candle, the renewal of baptismal promises and the proclamation that Jesus has risen — assure people that it is never too late to start again, Pope Francis said.

Around the Diocese. Feature. March 28, 2021

Schedule of Holy Week and Easter liturgies, retreats, interpreted Masses

By The Central Minnesota Catholic

Area religious communities are offering a variety of prayer opportunities.

Nation/World. April 11, 2020

Even in time of pandemic, Easter proclaims the victory of life, pope says

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Pope Francis blessed a fire, lit the Easter candle and called Christians to keep kindling sparks of hope, knowing that Jesus has risen and death will not have the last word.

Lent News/Stories. April 4, 2020

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Scripture readings guide the faithful through Holy Week.

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What does it mean to be engaged in the life of the What does it mean to be engaged in the life of the Church? I think it means doing what you can to bring Christ to others. I’ve felt that my tool belt hasn’t been adequate to do so, but I’ve been learning that sometimes we don’t have to do a lot to make a difference. — Janice Wuebkers, Business Manager, Spirit and Saints Catholic Community, All Called to Christ ACC #engagingthelaity #laity #catholic #catholiclife #catholicfaith #catholicproudstcloud #allthingsnew @scsunewman
Being engaged is not only active participation in Being engaged is not only active participation in the Mass, it means taking responsibility as members of our Church family in building up the Church: helping out when and where needed — in and outside the parish walls; welcoming others — listening to their stories and building relationships; and praying with and for our community. — Tammy Huss, Director of Faith Formation, @stmaryalexandria, #Come to the Water ACC #engagingthelaity #laity #catholic #catholiclife #catholicfaith #catholicproudstcloud #allthingsnew
To me, being engaged in the life of the Church mea To me, being engaged in the life of the Church means to serve — to serve in whatever capacity the Lord calls us and with whatever gifts he bestows upon us. By serving, we connect with both him and with one another and grow in our own spiritual journey. — Rita Meyer, St. John the Baptist Parish, Meire Grove, One in Faith ACC #engagingthelaity #laity #catholic #catholiclife #catholicfaith #catholicproudstcloud #allthingsnew
To me, engagement in the life of the Church means To me, engagement in the life of the Church means recognizing Jesus Christ in all people, those I encounter and especially those in most need of outreach. This perspective informs my prayer life, social engagement and works of mercy. I can simultaneously minister to them and learn from them. — Benedictine Brother Jacob Berns, Saint John’s Abbey, Collegeville #engagingthelaity #laity #catholic #catholiclife #catholicfaith #catholicproudstcloud #allthingsnew
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