For many years, the Catholic Church on campus at the University of Wisconsin-Madison has drawn a very large crowd of young adults for a night of catechesis, prayer, and community on Thursday nights.
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St. Clare Meadows Care Center, Baraboo, expands
Duane Opperman has witnessed many changes at St. Clare Meadows Care Center in the 38 years he has worked there, but the Meadows’ recent construction project has been the biggest.
Bishops oppose ‘preventative services’ mandate
The leaders of Wisconsin’s five Roman Catholic dioceses have written the Obama administration to express opposition to the mandated full coverage of sterilization, contraception, and related counseling services by private health plans as required under new federal health care reform regulations.
WYD: Seeing the world through pilgrim’s eyes
A pilgrimage, in its most basic sense, is a journey. But it is far more than that — often undertaken as a form of penance or as a way to spiritually strengthen oneself, a pilgrimage is a test of one’s faith, endurance, and dedication to God.
Fr. James McEnery writes a Mass setting for new translation
MADISON — Fr. James McEnery, a pastor emeritus in the Diocese of Madison, has written a Mass setting for the new translation of the Roman Missal.
Pilgrimage to shrine in Champion planned Oct. 16
CHAMPION — This is the story about a miracle that took place in what is now Champion, Wis., in 1859. The Council of Catholic Women (CCW) of St. Joseph Parish in Fort Atkinson is planning a pilgrimage there on Sunday, Oct. 16.
The miracle received full Church approbation by Bishop David L. Ricken of Green Bay on December 8, 2010, after a long and rigorous study by a special diocesan commission.
Day in the Dells demonstrates continuity of God’s love
The annual “Day in the Dells” sponsored by the Apostolate to the Handicapped on Friday, Aug. 19, was a very upbeat and enjoyable day for over 1,200 disabled and elderly persons.
Bishop recognizes couples celebrating 50th anniversaries
Each year, Bishop Robert C. Morlino celebrates a Mass of Thanksgiving for all married couples in the Diocese of Madison who are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary.
Bishop appreciates Serrans’ vocation efforts
Bishop Robert C. Morlino told members of the Serra Club of Madison that he appreciates their efforts in encouraging and supporting Church vocations.
Madison Diocesan Choir has openings for tenors and basses
The Madison Diocesan Choir is a music ministry dedicated to the mission of fostering and encouraging full, conscious, and active participation in the liturgy throughout the Diocese of Madison.