Tag: Priests
In letter, pope encourages priests dejected by abuse crisis
Pope Francis acknowledged the shame and frustration felt by priests who are discouraged by the actions of fellow clergy members who betrayed the trust of their flock through sexual abuse and abuse of conscience and power.
Be merciful ministers of Christ, pope tells new priests
The priesthood is not a “cultural association or a union,” but a ministry of mercy anchored on Christ’s mission to bring hope to the downtrodden and comfort to those who suffer, Pope Francis told new priests.
Brother priests mark 60 years
For 60 years of priesthood, no amount of snow has stopped Fathers Leonard and Martin Siebenaler from celebrating Sunday Mass at their respective parishes.
Catholic Rural Life grant to help country parishes in archdiocese
A five-year, $1 million grant for Catholic Rural Life will offer pastors at rural parishes an opportunity to strengthen evangelization and other outreach, while developing support networks in the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis and around the country.
Children’s book invites readers to explore vocations
Author Kristen Soley, a member of St. Mary in Waverly, penned the book, which features rhymes and colorful photos of children portraying vocations such as farmers, astronauts, artists, scientists, priests and nuns.
Priests at Christmas: Reflect on God’s love
Spending time with Christ in front of a Nativity set and his presence in the Eucharist, reflecting on Scripture, exchanging gifts and gathering with family and friends.
Pope to meet with second group of abuse survivors from Chile
Pope Francis will meet with five priests who suffered abuse by Chilean Father Fernando Karadima or his followers, the Vatican said.
Pastors who lead double lives wound the church, pope says
Pastors who preach one thing and do another are wounded and harm the church, Pope Francis said.
Spaghetti Bowl: Fitness, camaraderie part of U.S. seminary life in Rome
A seminary is not typically known for its emphasis on physical activity and fitness, but many seminarians see it as an integral part of daily life.
New initiative aims to support clergy ‘from seminary to cemetery’
Priests and deacons in the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis can expect to find more avenues for support, thanks to an initiative underway to provide stronger comprehensive care for clergy.
New Quo Vadis camps explore vocations in depth
Quo Vadis camps launched in the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis this summer to provide youth with an introduction to vocational discernment.
Archdiocesan group visits Alaska mission diocese
Eight people from the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis visited the Diocese of Fairbanks, Alaska, June 15-June 22 to learn about in one of the most remote parts of the U.S.
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