Bishop Morlino in stable condition following heart surgery -- Posted: 9/16/2004 Bishop Robert C. Morlino MADISON -- Bishop Robert C. Morlino, the leader of the 270,000 Catholics in the Diocese of Madison, was resting comfortably and in stable condition Sept. 15 following heart surgery at St. Marys Hospital Medical Center in Madison. Bishop Morlino, 57, had surgery to repair an abnormal heart valve. He also had bypass surgery following the detection of blockages in the arteries to the heart. Msgr. Paul J. Swain, vicar general and administrator of the diocese, said, "Due to the rest that is needed after surgery, no visitors are being allowed to see the bishop at this time. Please continue to keep Bishop Morlino and the Diocese of Madison in your prayers." Links to articles about Bishop Morlino's heart surgery: From Sept. 16 edition: • Bishop's column: Upcoming surgery: Remember God never ceases to be in control • Vicar general and bishops: Offer prayers and support to Bishop Morlino Breaking news from Sept. 9 edition: • Bishop Morlino undergoes heart surgery Sept. 15 (Posted: 9/15/2004) • Bishop to have heart surgery (Posted: 9/10/2004)

Cathedral: Marks 150th anniversary
of laying of cornerstone

	St. Raphael Cathedral, Madison

By Mary C. Uhler
CATHOLIC HERALD STAFF

MADISON -- On May 28, 1854, Bishop John Martin Henni of Milwaukee presided at the ceremony for the laying of the cornerstone at what is now St. Raphael Cathedral in Madison.

The Wisconsin State Journal reported, "The ceremony of laying the corner stone of this edifice took place yesterday. Bishop Henni was present and some other functionaries. A very large concourse were in attendance to witness the ceremonies. . . . The situation of the Church is fine, overlooking both the Third and Fourth Lakes, and when erected it will be the most prominent building in town as seen from the Railroad."

This description of the laying of the cornerstone is found in a new history of St. Raphael Cathedral written by Charles T. Scott, a cathedral parishioner who is an emeritus professor of English at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. The history book is part of St. Raphael's celebration of the 150th anniversary of the cornerstone laying.

Celebration events

All of the 150th anniversary events are open to the public.

• The celebration will begin on Sunday, Sept. 26, with the 10:30 a.m. Mass at the cathedral. There will be historical exhibits in the St. Raphael church hall.   Full story ...

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