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    June 24, 20224

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Nation/World. December 8, 2020

Say ‘no’ to sin, ‘yes’ to grace, pope says on Immaculate Conception feast

By Catholic News Service

Mary’s Immaculate Conception offers a glimpse to the promised life for all Christians who open their hearts to God and his grace, Pope Francis said.

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Pork Chop Picnic — St. Augusta, St. Mary Help of Christians Parish

June 25 @ 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
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Parish Festival — St. Martin, St. Martin Parish

June 25 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 pm
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Focus on FaithSynod 2021–2023 June 23, 2022

‘Forming Ourselves in Synodality’

Focus on FaithSynod 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

Focus on FaithSynod 2021–2023 May 26, 2022

Synodality means communion, not ‘populism,’ pope says

The Central Minnesota Catholic Magazine – Español

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

Español June 22, 2022

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

Español June 22, 2022

Dos jesuitas son asesinados defendiendo a persona perseguida

Español June 21, 2022

Papa: Cooperación interreligiosa es necesaria para enfrentar amenazas

Español June 21, 2022

Papa: Teólogos deben encontrar nuevas formas de expresar, compartir la fe

Español June 16, 2022

A 10 años de DACA, beneficiarios expresan frustración por la inacción

Eucharistic Revival

Eucharistic RevivalFocus on Faith June 24, 2022

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

Eucharistic RevivalFocus on Faith June 21, 2022

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

Around the DioceseEucharistic RevivalFeature May 30, 2022

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

Eucharistic RevivalFeature May 22, 2022

Local team sheds light on National Eucharistic Revival

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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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Five members of the diocese's Hispanic community were ordained to the permanent diaconate by Bishop Donald Kettler June 11 at St. Mary’s Cathedral. They are: • Jorge Armondo Carrillo, St. Mary Melrose; • Jesus Hernandez Chavez, St. Mary in Melrose; • Mario Gonzalo Mancilla, St. Leonard in Pelican Rapids; • Carlos Pesqueda Silva, St. Mary of Mount Carmel in Long Prairie • Lorenzo Sanchez Rodriguez, Assumption in Morris #permanentdeacons #permanentdiaconate #ordination
Five members of the diocese's Hispanic community were ordained to the permanent diaconate by Bishop Donald Kettler June 11 at St. Mary’s Cathedral. They are: • Jorge Armondo Carrillo, St. Mary Melrose; • Jesus Hernandez Chavez, St. Mary in Melrose; • Mario Gonzalo Mancilla, St. Leonard in Pelican Rapids; • Carlos Pesqueda Silva, St. Mary of Mount Carmel in Long Prairie • Lorenzo Sanchez Rodriguez, Assumption in Morris #permanentdeacons #permanentdiaconate #ordination
Five members of the diocese's Hispanic community were ordained to the permanent diaconate by Bishop Donald Kettler June 11 at St. Mary’s Cathedral. They are: • Jorge Armondo Carrillo, St. Mary Melrose; • Jesus Hernandez Chavez, St. Mary in Melrose; • Mario Gonzalo Mancilla, St. Leonard in Pelican Rapids; • Carlos Pesqueda Silva, St. Mary of Mount Carmel in Long Prairie • Lorenzo Sanchez Rodriguez, Assumption in Morris #permanentdeacons #permanentdiaconate #ordination
Five members of the diocese's Hispanic community were ordained to the permanent diaconate by Bishop Donald Kettler June 11 at St. Mary’s Cathedral. They are: • Jorge Armondo Carrillo, St. Mary Melrose; • Jesus Hernandez Chavez, St. Mary in Melrose; • Mario Gonzalo Mancilla, St. Leonard in Pelican Rapids; • Carlos Pesqueda Silva, St. Mary of Mount Carmel in Long Prairie • Lorenzo Sanchez Rodriguez, Assumption in Morris #permanentdeacons #permanentdiaconate #ordination
Five members of the diocese's Hispanic community were ordained to the permanent diaconate by Bishop Donald Kettler June 11 at St. Mary’s Cathedral. They are: • Jorge Armondo Carrillo, St. Mary Melrose; • Jesus Hernandez Chavez, St. Mary in Melrose; • Mario Gonzalo Mancilla, St. Leonard in Pelican Rapids; • Carlos Pesqueda Silva, St. Mary of Mount Carmel in Long Prairie • Lorenzo Sanchez Rodriguez, Assumption in Morris #permanentdeacons #permanentdiaconate #ordination
Five members of the diocese's Hispanic community were ordained to the permanent diaconate by Bishop Donald Kettler June 11 at St. Mary’s Cathedral. They are: • Jorge Armondo Carrillo, St. Mary Melrose; • Jesus Hernandez Chavez, St. Mary in Melrose; • Mario Gonzalo Mancilla, St. Leonard in Pelican Rapids; • Carlos Pesqueda Silva, St. Mary of Mount Carmel in Long Prairie • Lorenzo Sanchez Rodriguez, Assumption in Morris #permanentdeacons #permanentdiaconate #ordination
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Five members of the diocese's Hispanic community were ordained to the permanent diaconate by Bishop Donald Kettler June 11 at St. Mary’s Cathedral. They are: • Jorge Armondo Carrillo, St. Mary Melrose; • Jesus Hernandez Chavez, St. Mary in Melrose; • Mario Gonzalo Mancilla, St. Leonard in Pelican Rapids; • Carlos Pesqueda Silva, St. Mary of Mount Carmel in Long Prairie • Lorenzo Sanchez Rodriguez, Assumption in Morris #permanentdeacons #permanentdiaconate #ordination
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