News briefs for July 26, 2018
News briefs featured in the July 26, 2018 issue of the Superior Catholic Herald.
Jubilee Mass honors Fr. Kevin Gordon
“‘To fall in love with God is the greatest romance; to seek him, the greatest adventure; to find him, the greatest human achievement.’ “The words of St. Augustine resonate in my heart,” Fr. Kevin Gordon told more than 320 people who gathered Sunday, July 22, to celebrate his 75 years of life and 35 years of diocesan priesthood.
Promethean Medical Temptations
Superheroes attract us. From Greek gods to Superman and Spiderman, our fascination with the awesome deeds of superheroes beckons us to become Masters of our own destiny.
Priest says new degree in Church administration builds servant-leaders
Seminaries will train priests in theology and philosophy, but how does priestly formation in the U.S. handle the business side of parishes?
Washburn hosts 10th annual Blue Mass
Under blue skies in Washburn on Wednesday, June 27, local police, sheriff deputies, firefighters, ambulance drivers, EMTs, dispatchers and air medical transportation crews, along with their families and community, gathered at St. Louis Church for the 10th annual Blue Mass.
Anniversary of Holy Cross Associates
The Holy Cross Associates of the Sisters of Mercy of the Holy Cross USA Province, headquartered in Merrill, are celebrating their 35th anniversary.
Bl. Solanus relic gifted to diocese
The path of Bl. Solanus Casey’s life begins in what is now the Diocese of Superior. His childhood home was on the western side; he felt the pull of religious life while working in Superior.
CCW women gather ‘In Solidarity’ in Duluth
Members of the Council of Catholic Women in the Diocese of Superior and the Diocese of Duluth came together ‘In Solidarity’ for a Joint CCW Convention May 22 at The College of Saint Scholastica, Duluth.
Event stresses process of discernment
Twenty-five young men and many of their parents gathered with priests from the Diocese of Superior for a casual come-and-see evening centered on discernment of the priesthood.
Rhinehart joins brotherhood of priests
On June 24, feast of the Nativity of St. John the Baptist, Bishop James P. Powers ordained a new priest for the Diocese of Superior.