Columns
On the road
You can see the deepening of faith in the eyes. I was thinking that Sunday while chatting with Sr. Trish [...]
Jesus is risen! He has risen indeed!
Bishop Powers' 2017 Easter message.
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.
A life not striving
A Lenten confession: I rarely remember not to eat meat on Fridays.
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.
Dickens offers Christmas cure for consumerism
I’ve promised my husband mince pies this Christmas.
A message from Bishop Powers, about election day
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.”
Our Call as Catholic Citizens
As the U.S. bishops explain in Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship (FCFC), the challenges facing our nation are many. However, as the 2015 FCFC “Introductory Note” points out, nine areas are particularly pressing at this time.