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Have a safe and blessed Fourth of July

Prayer for Patriotism
Heavenly Father, purify in all people of this land, their love for the nation according to the mind of your Son Jesus Christ... May everyone strive by word and action to foster peace among people of all social classes and creeds, so that, living in harmony and justice, they may be a Christian light to other nations...
-by Michael Buckley ( The Catholic Prayer Book)



Holy Father's encyclical "Love in Truth" to be released July 7

In Love and Truth (Caritas in Veritate), which was signed on June 29 and will be released on July 7, Pope Benedict XVI shares his thoughts on social justice. The Holy Father's third encyclical reminds us of the importance of recognizing the social and economic needs of all people. He affirms that the efforts to improve the condition of humanity must continue. More

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Holy Father establishes "Year for Priests"

Papal Announcement
USCCB Resources
Peoples' prayer for priests
(English | Spanish)


Nine additional parishes reach, exceed CSA goals!

As of June 25, parishes reported gifts (pledges) of $4,147,253 or 87% of the $4.7 million CSA goal. Congratulations to the 42 parishes that have reached or exceeded their goals. The list is scrolling below.

In a letter to parishioners on June 22, Bishop Hurley expressed his gratitude for the generous support of the CSA.

Bishop's Letter
(English | Español)

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Bishop announces pastoral and diocesan appointments

Rev. Thomas M. Bolster

Rev. Dung Anton Tran

Rev. James B. Wyse


Summer Programs for Spiritual Growth

The Catholic Information Center offers a variety of opportunities for prayer, learning and spiritual growth this summer. All interested persons (from any religious background) are welcome to participate.

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A week at a glance with Bishop Hurley

  • Wednesday, July 1, 1:30pm Cabinet Meeting, Cathedral Square Center, GR

 


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