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WISCONSIN CEMETERY SUNSET

Remembering our Deceased Priests

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It is a tradition in our diocese every July to have a clergy golf outing that brings the brothers together for lunch, golf and dinner. There is nothing quite like being with brother priests and to enjoy the company of deacons. To be together away from the stresses of the parish, chasing a little white Read More
Funeral

Another Look at the Order of Christian Funerals

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The Order of Christian Funerals (OCF), as with many of the revised ritual books now in use since the reforms that followed the Second Vatican Council, replaced the previous ritual books with little attention to the depth of liturgical theology, engagement of the tradition and pastoral possibilities. Perhaps it is time to take another look Read More

St. John of the Cross

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In our secular society spirituality is often overlooked or not given its just due especially when we experience the loss of loved ones. From the faith perspective we need to help the bereaved to place their loss into the context of faith. By so doing we can help the grief-stricken to move forward and grow Read More
Suicide

Why Suicide Death Is Different

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After Andrew, a 20 year-old New York University student ended his life by suicide, some of his student friends wanted to hold a vigil in his memory at the library. Their request was denied by university officials who did not want to bring attention to a student suicide. When Andrew’s mother learned of that decision, Read More