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    June 29, 20224

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    June 29, 20224

    Catholics need better understanding of the Mass, pope says

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Arts & Culture. May 2, 2022 1

Makers of documentary hope film expands Catholic LGBTQ outreach

By Catholic News Service

“Building a Bridge” will be available on video on demand May 3, followed by a launch on AMC+ June 21 and broadcast premiere on Sundance TV June 26.

Nation/World. February 20, 2022

Women speakers emphasize need for ‘reciprocity’ in Church’s ministry

By Catholic News Service

Promoting better collaboration between women and men in the Catholic Church is not primarily about equality but about allowing the church to fulfill the mission given to it by God, said women speakers at a Vatican conference on priesthood.

Nation/World. June 28, 2021

Writing about LGBTQ ministry, pope says God loves all his children

By Catholic News Service

God loves all his children, “each and every one,” Pope Francis said in a letter Jesuit Father James Martin read to people participating in the Outreach LGBTQ Ministry webinar.

Focus on Faith. November 17, 2020

Minnesota Catholic parishes, organizations help people find jobs amid pandemic

By Catholic News Service

A faith-based career transitions group in Medina, MN, helps people find entry- to mid-level white-collar work by helping job searchers develop interview skills, hone resumes and foster contacts with people that can lead to jobs.

Nation/World. August 20, 2020

Tobin: Being spiritually close while socially distant is today’s challenge

By Catholic News Service

Pope Francis calls ‘spiritual closeness’ during this time of necessary social distancing Cardinal Tobin noted in a reflection on “Ministry in a Time of Social Distancing: Synodality and Closeness.”

Bishop Kettler's Column. Feature. March 27, 2020 1

Bishop Kettler video message: ‘We are the Church — together’

By The Central Minnesota Catholic

“If we continue to support one another through prayer, if we are kind and generous in our interactions with each other, if we continue to be the face of Christ to one another, we’ll get through this OK.”

Focus on Faith. February 3, 2020

Father Martin urges Catholic college leaders to support LGBT students

By Catholic News Service

Jesuit Father James Martin, author and editor at large at America magazine, addressed Catholic colleges about how the church can better minister to LGBT Catholics.

Called to Mission | Beth Neville. August 13, 2016

No summer vacation: ‘Propagating’ our faith is year-round ministry

By The Visitor

It always amazes me in the early spring to witness the growth of new life around me from the leafless trees and barren soil to the […]

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Focus on FaithSynod 2021–2023 June 28, 2022

Xavière Missionary Sister Natalie Becquart – The synod: a transformative process

Synod 2021–2023Views June 23, 2022

‘Forming Ourselves in Synodality’

Arts & CultureSynod 2021–2023 June 22, 2022

Vietnamese bishops plan soccer tourney for priests to promote synodality

Focus on FaithSynod 2021–2023 June 22, 2022

Sharing responsibility for our common mission

Focus on FaithSynod 2021–2023 June 15, 2022

Bishop Anthony B. Taylor: Discerning and deciding

Focus on FaithSynod 2021–2023 June 8, 2022

Truly synodal Church is one that listens, collaborates with all people

Focus on FaithSynod 2021–2023 June 1, 2022

Synodality and dialogue: fostering a culture of encounter

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Español June 28, 2022

Papa: Ante el rechazo y la injusticia, hagan el bien

Español June 28, 2022

Miren al futuro, no al pasado, dice el papa a familias

Español June 28, 2022

En la decisión anticipada de Dobbs, Corte Suprema anula Roe

Español June 23, 2022

Víctima de abuso pide reparación de perjuicios a Benedicto XVI

Español June 23, 2022

Papa: La fuerza se puede encontrar en la fragilidad de la vejez

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Tribunal condena hondureño a 22 años por su papel en caso Berta Cáceres

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Dos jesuitas son asesinados defendiendo a persona perseguida

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Eucharistic RevivalFeatureNation/World June 29, 2022

Catholics need better understanding of the Mass, pope says

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Being next to Eucharist ‘felt like truly a blessing,’ says young Catholic

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Seek nourishment, satisfaction in Eucharist, pope says

Eucharistic RevivalFocus on Faith June 15, 2022

Detroit Archdiocese, Hallow app launch campaign to share power of Eucharist

Eucharistic RevivalFocus on Faith June 12, 2022

Understanding the Eucharist: Take and Eat, Take and Drink

Eucharistic RevivalFocus on Faith June 10, 2022

Eucharistic processions on feast of Corpus Christi will launch revival

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Deacon who once was lost helps youth, families find grace of the sacraments

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Fathers @caseyofm and Roberto “Tito” Serrano visited @targetfield June 24 to see the @twins play the Colorado Rockies. The two Franciscan friars are in the midst of an evangelization tour, attending games at all 30 Major League Baseball stadiums around the country. Read their story in the June issue of the Central Minnesota Catholic or on our website. #bleacherbrothers #mlb #targetfield  #baseball #baseballislife #catholicsofinstagram
Fathers @caseyofm and Roberto “Tito” Serrano visited @targetfield June 24 to see the @twins play the Colorado Rockies. The two Franciscan friars are in the midst of an evangelization tour, attending games at all 30 Major League Baseball stadiums around the country. Read their story in the June issue of the Central Minnesota Catholic or on our website. #bleacherbrothers #mlb #targetfield  #baseball #baseballislife #catholicsofinstagram
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Fathers @caseyofm and Roberto “Tito” Serrano visited @targetfield June 24 to see the @twins play the Colorado Rockies. The two Franciscan friars are in the midst of an evangelization tour, attending games at all 30 Major League Baseball stadiums around the country. Read their story in the June issue of the Central Minnesota Catholic or on our website. #bleacherbrothers #mlb #targetfield #baseball #baseballislife #catholicsofinstagram
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If you’ve ever been to the Pastoral Center, the diocesan office building, you’ve seen the fantastic flowers and plants on the property. They’re the work of our gardener/maintenance guy, Steve Gessell. After a staff meeting this morning, we were treated to a tour and talk about our bee-friendly plants. #gardening #catholicsofinstagram #savethebees #beefriendlygarden
If you’ve ever been to the Pastoral Center, the diocesan office building, you’ve seen the fantastic flowers and plants on the property. They’re the work of our gardener/maintenance guy, Steve Gessell. After a staff meeting this morning, we were treated to a tour and talk about our bee-friendly plants. #gardening #catholicsofinstagram #savethebees #beefriendlygarden
If you’ve ever been to the Pastoral Center, the diocesan office building, you’ve seen the fantastic flowers and plants on the property. They’re the work of our gardener/maintenance guy, Steve Gessell. After a staff meeting this morning, we were treated to a tour and talk about our bee-friendly plants. #gardening #catholicsofinstagram #savethebees #beefriendlygarden
If you’ve ever been to the Pastoral Center, the diocesan office building, you’ve seen the fantastic flowers and plants on the property. They’re the work of our gardener/maintenance guy, Steve Gessell. After a staff meeting this morning, we were treated to a tour and talk about our bee-friendly plants. #gardening #catholicsofinstagram #savethebees #beefriendlygarden
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If you’ve ever been to the Pastoral Center, the diocesan office building, you’ve seen the fantastic flowers and plants on the property. They’re the work of our gardener/maintenance guy, Steve Gessell. After a staff meeting this morning, we were treated to a tour and talk about our bee-friendly plants. #gardening #catholicsofinstagram #savethebees #beefriendlygarden
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The diocesan kickoff of the #nationaleucharisticrevival held June 18 at St. Mary’s Cathedral in St. Cloud was a success! Watch for more coverage of the #eucharisticrevival here, on Facebook and in our print magazine. #catholicproudstcloud #catholicsofinstagram
The diocesan kickoff of the #nationaleucharisticrevival held June 18 at St. Mary’s Cathedral in St. Cloud was a success! Watch for more coverage of the #eucharisticrevival here, on Facebook and in our print magazine. #catholicproudstcloud #catholicsofinstagram
The diocesan kickoff of the #nationaleucharisticrevival held June 18 at St. Mary’s Cathedral in St. Cloud was a success! Watch for more coverage of the #eucharisticrevival here, on Facebook and in our print magazine. #catholicproudstcloud #catholicsofinstagram
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The diocesan kickoff of the #nationaleucharisticrevival held June 18 at St. Mary’s Cathedral in St. Cloud was a success! Watch for more coverage of the #eucharisticrevival here, on Facebook and in our print magazine. #catholicproudstcloud #catholicsofinstagram
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On the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, June 19, many Catholic churches will hold Corpus Christi processions as a public affirmation of faith and belief in the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist.

Is your parish or Area Catholic Community organizing a Corpus Christi procession on June 19? If so, tell us the time and place in the comments area below. Also, if you'd like, tell us why you participate in this tradition. #eucharisticrevival #catholicproudstcloud
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On the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, June 19, many Catholic churches will hold Corpus Christi processions as a public affirmation of faith and belief in the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist. Is your parish or Area Catholic Community organizing a Corpus Christi procession on June 19? If so, tell us the time and place in the comments area below. Also, if you'd like, tell us why you participate in this tradition. #eucharisticrevival #catholicproudstcloud
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