priests

A new study on U.S. priests shows that many report satisfaction with their ministry, but trust in bishops and major superiors is still low, although improving.

Around 40 youth from around the diocese gathered for a three-day overnight discernment retreat from Monday, June 19 to Wednesday, June 21 at St. Mary’s Church in Milaca.

Ahead of the 60th annual World Day of Prayer for Vocations April 30, a newly released report shows what one researcher called greater “consistency of age,” more diverse educational backgrounds and a commitment to Eucharistic adoration among men preparing for priestly ordination.

Bishop Patrick Neary and the priests, deacons and faithful of the diocese gathered at St. Mary’s Cathedral in St. Cloud March 30 for the annual Chrism Mass.

In late October, less than a week after video showing kidnapped church workers in Cameroon pleading for help, they have been freed.

The study, unveiled at The Catholic University of America in Washington, documents the environment between priests and their bishops in light of the “Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People” instituted in 2002 by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops.

The initiative will involve a broad coalition of Catholic seminaries, including St. Paul Seminary in Minnesota.

Answering questions on a survey for the 2023 Synod of Bishops on synodality, a small number of archdiocesan Catholics called for the resignation of Cardinal Woelki, who has come under criticism for his handling of abuse.