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Being a witness to faith in Wisconsin
As a Church, we react to human suffering and try to aid those in need. However, many in Wisconsin are not aware of a pervasive blight in our state that preys upon women, children, and men. It coerces and tricks individuals into performing uncompensated work often in degrading circumstances and with dangerous consequences. This scourge is human trafficking, and it is on the rise in Wisconsin and throughout our nation.
Bishop Barron talks satire, politics, ‘pelvic issues’
Last week, I was interviewed in Los Angeles by Dave Rubin for his popular program “The Rubin Report”
Churches must be sanctuaries for searchers
Whenever we Christians have been at our best, we have opened our churches as sanctuaries to the poor and the endangered.
Fear not!
The recent presidential election unearthed a stratum of anxiety and fear that extends across the country like a vein of ore.
Changing and changeless in 2017
For one year, long ago, my four siblings and I were all in grade school at the same time.
Celebrating Christ at Christmas
As we rejoice in the Lord’s birth this Christmas, it is important to remember that faith in the incarnation of Jesus Christ is an essential part of the Catholic Church’s teachings: “The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us” (Jn 1:14). Jesus came as a light into the world, to dispel the darkness and to give us new life (Jn 8:12). He gave up his life to bring salvation, love and joy to the human race.
Rejoice in the Hope, Joy and Peace of that first Christmas
Bishop James Powers’ Christmas message for 2016
Pray that hope overcomes hostility
Last week during our staff meeting, Marcy, Anita and I were talking about Christmas. We commented on people’s demeanor, and agreed many of the people we are encountering are just not in a good mood.
