Sisters’ work during 1918 Spanish flu seen as model for crisis today
Catholic nuns emerged as the unexpected heroes in the 1918 Spanish flu epidemic that killed hundreds of thousands in the United States and millions worldwide.
Silent features from a century ago available for free online viewing
A number of notable films will reach their centennial this year. Since all films made before 1925 are now in the public domain, several of these silent centenarians can be viewed for free online.
A message from Bishop James P. Powers
A message from Bishop James P. Powers regarding stewardship and online giving.
Honor Flight fundraiser
During Catholic Schools Week, Holy Rosary, Medford; Nativity of Our Lord Catholic School, Rhinelander; St. Francis Xavier, Merrill; and St. Mary’s School, Tomahawk, participated in penny wars to collect funds to send a veteran on an Honor Flight to Washington, D.C.
Vocation ‘full of coincidences’
My vocation to the Sisters of Mercy of the Holy Cross is full of coincidences and surprises that mark a spiritual journey.
Faith, Family and Fun Day
A volunteer helps a child string a JESUS block cross at a Lent- and Easter-themed activity Feb. 23.
Anniversary celebration
St. Anthony’s charismatic prayer group in Park Falls, led by Fr. Shaji Pazhukkathara, celebrated their one-year anniversary by completing a Life in the Spirit seminar March 10.
Fundraiser to benefit Ryan family
St. Albert Catholic Church, Land O’ Lakes, hosts a fish fry Friday, March 20, with proceeds given to a family in need.
Mission: Lenten practices promote learning and growth
Personal conversion and communal transformation were the complimentary themes of the Lenten mission preached by Dcn. Steve Kramer at St. Anthony the Abbot in Cumberland March 2-3.
Sacraments confer new identity in Christ
Every First Sunday of Lent, a rite takes place at Christ the King Cathedral in Superior – and cathedrals around the world – to mark the final stage of preparation for those who will be initiated and fully received into the Catholic Church at Easter.