National and World News
Pope issues new directives on revision, translation of liturgical texts
The Holy See has released a new “motu proprio” from Pope Francis outlining a shift in the responsibility of local bishops and the Apostolic See for the revision and approval of liturgical texts.
Knights of Columbus raise $1.3 million for storm victims
As Knights of Columbus members volunteer to aid the victims of recent storms, the organization has also raised over $1.3 million to help those affected by Hurricane Harvey and Hurricane Irma.
Chinese sisters take different approach to helping disabled
As soon as the first sisters moved onto the church grounds in a rural region outside of Beijing, the babies started showing up on the doorstep.
Local News
Parents: Support summer spiritual experiences
With a new school year starting, the rest and relaxation of summer already seems a distant memory. But hundreds of youth across the diocese are looking to parents and parish mentors to help keep present the spiritual encounters of summer 2017.
St. Croix Valley pregnancy center marks 30 years
Beginning Oct. 1, as many as 70,000 cars will pass by Options for Women in St. Croix Valley every day.
Faith
How does Jesus reveal the Father to us?
I was 19 when my cousin came to live with my family. He was just out of the Marines. He was not doing very well and was lost in many ways.
Culture
How to pray the Rosary more deeply
It is interesting that in her appearances at Lourdes, Fatima and other locations, the Mother of God repeatedly recommends praying the Rosary.
Is it weird that Catholics venerate relics? Here’s why we do
Mary Rezac Catholic News Agency Houston, Texas (CNA/EWTN News) – “We are many parts, but we are all one body,” says the refrain of a popular ’80s Church hymn, based on the words of 1 Cor. 12:12. While we are one body in Christ, if you happen to be a Catholic saint, the many parts […]
What makes Vivaldi unique among composers? He was a priest.
While Antonio Vivaldi’s “Four Seasons” echoes in concert halls and elevators around the world, for some, his greatest masterpieces are not the scores resonating spring, summer, fall and winter, but rather his sacred music.
Other Recent Headlines
United in faith
Please know through this letter that you are in my thoughts as you celebrate an ecumenical service of unity in commemoration of the 500th anniversary of the Reformation.
Finalist keeps active and keeps the faith
Delores Sova, a 2017 Pax Christi finalist from Holy Rosary in Medford, was honored, yet surprised, at her nomination.
Peace rally in River Falls
Demonstrators in River Falls marched in a peace rally in August in response to the violence and rioting in Charlottesville, Virginia.
God’s Gift event set for Sept. 29-30
A Diocese of Superior conference celebrating the beauty and dignity of life is taking place Friday, Sept. 29, and Saturday, Sept. 30, in Superior.
A powerful evangelization tool
When our new reporter, Jenny Snarski, is out on the road in our diocese, she often meets Catholics who don’t get the paper.
