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Nation/World. January 18, 2018

Planned Parenthood protest puts focus on abortion’s real-life consequences

By Catholic News Service

On Jan. 18, the day before the March for Life, Yoi Reyes who was raped and forced to have an abortion, joined more than 200 people outside of Planned Parenthood’s headquarters in Washington to show real-life examples of abortion.

Nation/World. October 12, 2017

Iowa court upholds state’s requiring 72-hour waiting period for abortions

By Catholic News Service

An Iowa District Court judge Oct. 2 upheld the state’s 72-hour waiting period for abortions, signed into law in May by former Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad.

Building a Culture of Life | Chris Codden. April 20, 2017

News article paints inaccurate picture of Planned Parenthood

By The Visitor

On Sunday, April 9, the St. Cloud Times’ front page article “No Planned Parenthood?  More kids, cancer, chlamydia” was filled with innuendo, an absence of concrete […]

Nation/World. April 13, 2017

Trump signs bill to let states redirect funds away from abortion clinics

By Catholic News Service

President Donald Trump signed a bill into law April 13 that allows states to redirect Title X family planning funding away from clinics that perform abortions and to community clinics that provide comprehensive health care for women and children.

Nation/World. March 31, 2017

Bill passes to allow states to redirect funds away from abortion clinics

By Catholic News Service

The Senate voted late March 30 to override a rule change made in the last days of the Obama administration that prevented states from redirecting Title X family planning funding away from clinics that performed abortions and to community clinics that provide comprehensive health care.

Building a Culture of Life | Chris Codden. July 28, 2016

A year after Planned Parenthood videos, it’s business as usual

By The Visitor

It has been just a year since David Daleiden from the Center for Medical Progress began releasing videos showing Planned Parenthood officials discussing fees for human fetal tissue and organs they procured through abortion.

Nation/World. April 24, 2016

Former Planned Parenthood official tells students about abortion’s reality

By Catholic News Service

WASHINGTON (CNS) — Abby Johnson, the former Planned Parenthood employee of the year who has become an outspoken pro-life advocate, told Georgetown University students April 20 […]

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¡La Diócesis de St. Cloud está organizando un Congreso Eucarístico del 7 al 9 de septiembre!

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All ages ‘Becoming Eucharist’ word and art contest

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All Called to Christ ACC will host ‘Come and See’ event June 17

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How to grow in devotion to the Eucharist (during the Eucharistic Revival and beyond)

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Detroit archbishop says Christ’s presence in Blessed Sacrament inspired him as a boy and sustains him today

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Major Catholic organizations partner with 2024 National Eucharistic Congress

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Read about how one group in our diocese is helping Read about how one group in our diocese is helping to address poverty and hunger. See the story at the link in our bio.⁠
#WorldDayofthePoor #WDP23 #poverty #homelessness #prayer #catholicsocialteaching #catholic⁠
: The average global personal income is $9,733 per : The average global personal income is $9,733 per year. The average global household income is $12,235 per year. The median per-capita household income is only $2,920 per year. Source: Saint Cloud Mission Office 
#WorldDayofthePoor #WDP23 #poverty #homelessness #prayer #catholicsocialteaching #catholic #globalpoverty
It is suggested that the amount needed to live com It is suggested that the amount needed to live comfortably in Minnesota for a single person (annual income after taxes) is $31,399.  For a family of four, the amount is $90,911 per year.  That means an individual living at the poverty line is making less than half what they need, and a family is living off of less than 1/3 what they need to live in our state. Source: Office of social concerns for Catholic Charities of the Diocese of St. Cloud 
#WorldDayofthePoor #WDP23 #poverty #homelessness #prayer #catholicsocialteaching #catholic #domesticpoverty
It often just takes one misfortune or one missed p It often just takes one misfortune or one missed paycheck to change an individual or family’s life, causing them to fall below the poverty line, sometimes temporarily, but sometimes falling into a cycle of poverty that is incredibly difficult to break out of. Source: Office of social concerns for Catholic Charities of the Diocese of St. Cloud #WorldDayofthePoor #WDP23 #poverty #homelessness #prayer #catholicsocialteaching #catholic #domesticpoverty
Kateri Mancini, director of social concerns for Ca Kateri Mancini, director of social concerns for Catholic Charities of the Diocese of St. Cloud invites us to remember, recognize and act on behalf of the poor among us. Watch our social media channels all this week to learn how you can help. #WorldDayofthePoor #WDP23 #poverty #homelessness #prayer #catholicsocialteaching #catholic
On November 26 at 9:30 a.m., as part of the Cathed On November 26 at 9:30 a.m., as part of the Cathedral’s Sunday liturgy, this Mass is open to all people across the diocese and serves to remember loved ones lost by suicide and to promote healing for those who still grieve their passing. #suicide #mentalhealth #healing #mass #remembrance
@steveangrisano presented during "Vessels of Faith @steveangrisano presented during "Vessels of Faith," a day of renewal and reflection for Catholics of the Diocese of St. Cloud. The retreat, which was held at St. Mary Help of Christians Parish in St. Augusta, was an opportunity to be renewed in our love of the Eucharist and reflect on our mission to be the Body of Christ in the world. #eucharist #eucharisticrevival #catholic #catholicfaith #retreat #catholicsofinstagram
The diocesan High School Youth Day, with the theme The diocesan High School Youth Day, with the theme "Chosen Vessels," was held today at Lake Geneva Christian Center in Alexandria. The event featured Catholic speaker and musician @steveangrisano About 150 young people gathered for talks, music, food and fun. #youthministry #eucharisticrevival #chosenvessels #catholic #catholicfaith #catholicsofinstagram
Bishop Patrick Neary celebrated a special Mass for Bishop Patrick Neary celebrated a special Mass for world peace Oct. 27 at St Mary's Cathedral in St. Cloud. Pope Francis had called for a day of fasting, penance and prayer and people filled the cathedral to join together in prayer with Catholics around the world. #prayer #peace #popefrancis #worldpeace #catholic #catholicchurch #catholicsofinstagram
Join us Oct. 28 from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. for a da Join us Oct. 28 from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. for a day of prayer, celebration, learning, faith sharing and fun. Gather with other young adults from our Diocese to network in faith, engage in stories of accompaniment and witness, and to gather together around the Eucharistic table. Information at the link in our bio.
Current and retired health care professionals and Current and retired health care professionals and volunteers from around the @diocesestcloud gathered Oct. 22 in the Sacred Heart Chapel of @stbensisters in St. Joseph for a special Mass and blessing with @bishoppatricknearycsc . The Mass was held to acknowledge the caring outreach practiced by health care professionals. #healthcareheroes #healthcare #catholic #faith  #blessing #mass
Join us for a day of renewal and reflection Oct. 3 Join us for a day of renewal and reflection Oct. 30 from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. with @SteveAngrisano. This diocesan-wide retreat day will provide an opportunity for you to be renewed in your love of the Eucharist and reflect on your mission to be the Body of Christ in the world. Morning hospitality begins at 9 a.m. This event is open to everyone. More info at the link in our bio. Registration deadline is noon today! #renewal #retreat #catholicproudstcloud #eucharist #eucharisticrevival
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