What a wonderful time of year! School starting up again is such a joyful time of year. All the teachers are busy getting ready and students are excited to see their friends again – there is so much joy and excitement in our 14 Catholic elementary schools. Who could ask for a better show of love and joy for our Lord, Jesus Christ!
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul’s Sacred Heart of Jesus Conference in Superior held a Jubilarian Celebration at their annual picnic on Aug. 10.
The fall months have special connections to Mary – the Sept. 8 feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin and October’s dedication to the devotion of the rosary – and these parishes dedicated to St. Joseph all offer opportunities for quality family time and personal reflection in prime locations for enjoying the autumn beauty of the Northwoods.
Last month, I attended the Fall Retreat with the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Newman Center in Eagle River.
The Sisters of Mercy of the Holy Cross, Merrill, announced the signing of a conservation easement on property they own in the Harrison Hills.
“If you want to see fruits of the (Catholic Services Appeal), look at me,” asserted Fr. David Neuschwander, pastor of St. Joseph Church in Hayward and St. Ann Church in Cable.
On Sunday, July 18, at 2 p.m., at Most Holy Rosary Parish in Mellen, Bishop James P. Powers presided at the Mass and celebration of the Rite of Candidacy and the Institution to the Rite of Acolyte for men in the Permanent Diaconate formation process.
During his homily of the Aug. 7 Mass at St. Mary’s Church in Odanah – east of Ashland on the Bad River Reservation – Bishop James P. Powers connected the Sunday readings with the celebration honoring two Joliet Franciscan sisters, Sr. Grace Ann Rabideau and Sr. Phyllis Wilhelm.
Children participating in Ashland’s Our Lady of the Lake Summer Care Program enjoy their last days of summer sun and fun before the 2021-2022 academic year begins. (Submitted photo)
Thirteen parishes in the diocese experienced the dynamic Totus Tuus program between mid-June and early August.
