This year’s Rural Life Day on September 18 was, unlike much of the harvest season that has preceded it, a day of perfect weather: pleasant temperatures, just a touch of rain that passed over the area, and otherwise blue skies.
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2012 Madison Diocese seminarians
As the 2012 school year begins anew, the Diocese of Madison recognizes its seminarians and transitional deacons in preparation for ordination to the priesthood.
Reason for rejoicing: But our seminarians need our continued prayers and support
People in the Diocese of Madison have a reason to rejoice: our diocese is now blessed with 32 seminarians — men who will, God willing, become future priests to serve the Church in our diocese.
Just nine years ago, only six men were studying in seminaries for our diocese. Bishop Robert C. Morlino set a personal goal for the diocese to reach 30 seminarians by his 10th year as Bishop of Madison in 2013. That goal has been met a year earlier — and has been surpassed by two.
Promoting vocations a priority
The bishop himself has made promoting vocations a top priority. He speaks about the need for priests as he travels throughout the diocese, especially when he addresses young people at Confirmations and other events.
He also appointed a full-time diocesan vocation director, the position currently filled by Fr. Paul Ugo Arinze. Father Arinze’s enthusiasm and rapport with young people have been assets to our diocesan vocation program.
The Office of Vocations and the Serra Clubs of the diocese have also encouraged prayer for vocations in our parishes through the Traveling Chalice Program and through Adoration for vocations at the Bishop O’Connor Center and other locations.
Jeff Karls joins marriage preparation team
MADISON — The Office of Evangelization and Catechesis has welcomed Jeffrey Karls to the staff as coordinator of Marriage Preparation for the Diocese of Madison.
Karls spent much of his life in the academic field of education and formation of young people. The father of nine children, he was president of the College of St. Mary Magdalen in Warner, NH, from 1998 to 2011. Before that he served 12 years as executive vice-president and treasurer of the same college.
St. Paul’s chapel, student center plans advance
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Camp Gray: Summer camp friends and fun with a Catholic identity
When you’re a kid, summer means camp — and camp means being outdoors, swimming, playing games, making new friends and seeing old ones, eating new foods, and just plain having fun.
Fortnight for Freedom events in Diocese of Madison
MADISON — As promised in last week’s Catholic Herald, here is a more complete timeline for the upcoming “Fortnight for Freedom” being observed throughout our nation from June 21 to July 4. This will serve as a time of prayer, education, and action in support of, and witness to, religious freedom.
Blessed Pope John Paul II: Influence continues today
A ripple effect is taking place from the many important documents and contributions made by Blessed Pope John Paul II in his lifetime, according to Professor Douglas Bushman , who gave an engaging talk about the life and works of John Paul the Great as part of a special diocesan event in his honor held at St. Maria Goretti Church on May 20.
Summer seminarian assignments
Following are the 2012 summer assignments of Diocese of Madison seminarians for all or part of the summer:
Diocese to begin combined collections
MADISON — Many people ask why the Church continues to ask for money again and again. The answer is simple; the need remains — a world of people need our help to bring Jesus Christ, His mercy, love, hope, and solace into their lives.