Once again we are all hurt, confused and angered by the recent news of Archbishop McCarrick’s abuses, the grand jury report from Pennsylvania, and the accusations against Pope Francis.
Bishop James P. Powers Easter 2018 Easter message.
Having served as pastor of a parish with a school, and now as bishop, I am committed to our mission of preaching the Gospel and assuring the formation in the faith of every Catholic.
As we seem to be in the height of the flu season, the question has been raised as to whether or not we should be sharing the Common Cup or even shaking hands at the Sign of Peace
As the nights of Advent lengthen, may we not only yearn for the warmth of the sun’s rays, but may we truly long for the warmth in our heart that only the Son can give.
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.
Bishop Powers’ 2017 Easter message.
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 James Powers’ Christmas message for 2016
As I have been traveling throughout the Diocese and beyond, one of the requests I have been asked over and over is: “Bishop, TELL ME WHO TO VOTE FOR.”