| | Help our young adults attend World Youth Day 2013 |
| | In 1985 Blessed John Paul II designated Palm Sunday as World Youth Day. While each year World Youth Day is celebrated in local ... |
| | 16 Compete in Diocesan Regional Catechism Bee |
| | On Thursday, April 18, the Diocese of Gaylord hosted the second Regional Catechism Bee for sixth graders representing our Catholic ... |
| | Fr. Richard Seifferly & Fr. Thomas Dominiak
have entered eternal life |
| | Two beloved priests of the Diocese of Gaylord passed away in recent days. Fr. Richard Seifferly passed away peacefully April 24 ... |
| | Catholic Home Missions: Strengthening the Church at Home |
| | Since 1998, the national collection for Catholic Home Missions has been a powerful expression of stewardship and our Catholic ... |
| | April is Child Abuse Prevention Month |
| | April was first declared “Child Abuse Prevention Month” by Presidential proclamation in 1985. Since then, organizations throughout ... |
| | Calling all Women: DCCW Annual Convention will be May 1 |
| | All women are invited to participate in the Diocesan Council of Catholic Women’s Annual Spring Convention to be held on Wednesday, ... |
| | Young Adults invited to "Hearts on Fire" Retreat |
| | As this Year of Faith continues, the Diocese of Gaylord is hosting a one-day retreat especially for young adults. Hearts on ... |
| | Judge Dismisses HHS Mandate Lawsuit |
| | A federal judge in Ohio dismissed a lawsuit filed by the Michigan Catholic Conference (MCC) and the Franciscan University of ... |
| | Fr. Mitch Pacwa to be keynote speaker |
| | Everyone is invited to support Catholic Radio in Northern Michigan by attending one of the Baraga Broadcasting Spring Benefit ... |
| | How You are Helping Jesus in Disguise |
| | Each year on the fourth weekend of Lent, the Catholic Relief Services Collection is taken up in most dioceses across the country. In ... |
| | Obituary of Rev. Richard Sitar |
| | Reverend Richard Thomas Sitar entered eternal life on Saturday, February 23, 2013 at the age of 86. Father Sitar was born January ... |
| | "Totally Yours" will be Theme of Mother Daughter Retreat |
| | The “Totus Tuus” Mother & Daughter Retreat for young women in grades 8-12 and their mothers is scheduled for March 23 & 24, ... |
| | Register Now for the 2013 Catholic Men's Conference in Traverse City |
| | All men are invited to attend the annual Diocese of Gaylord Men’s Conference on Saturday, March 2, from 9 am to 4 pm at St. Francis ... |
| | CRS Rice Bowl Brings Faith to Life during Lent |
| | With a new name, a refreshed design, and numerous new resources created to enrich the experience of Lent, CRS Rice Bowl offers ... |
| | Monthy Catechism Sessions Continue; Will You Join Us? |
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| | Have You Heard About World Youth Day 2013? |
| | By Fr. Peter Wigton
Parochial Vicar
St. Mary Cathedral, Gaylord; St. Thomas Aquinas, Elmira; Holy Redeemer, ... |
| | Carmelite Monastery Renovation Nearly Complete; Altar to be Dedicated Feb. 3 |
| | After nearly a year of renovation and restoration work, the sisters of Traverse City’s tiny Infant Jesus of Prague monastery will ... |
| | It's Catholic Schools Week! |
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| | Nearly 200 Gather for Vocations Awareness Event |
| | The third annual Vocations Awareness and Recognition Awards Dinner was held Saturday, January 12 at St. Mary Cathedral in Gaylord. ... |
| | Respect Life to Host "Theology of the Body " Presentation |
| | Bill Donaghy, known for his national scholarship on the Blessed John Paul II’s landmark work Theology of the Body, will speak ... |
| | Chet Collins to be Ordained to the Priesthood |
| | On Saturday, January 12, 2013, Bishop Bernard A. Hebda will ordain seminarians Chet L. Collins to the priesthood for the Diocese of ... |
| | St. Andrew Task Force Retreat being offered for High School boys |
| | High school boys (grades 9-12) from across the diocese are invited to the annual St. Andrew Task Force Retreat to be held at St. ... |
| | A Christmas Message from Bishop Hebda |
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| | Chistmas Concerts to assist those attending World Youth Day |
| | As we celebrate the Christmas season, everyone is invited to two special choral concerts featuring seminarian Nicholas Cooper. O ... |
| | New Coordinators of Family Life/Respect Life Ministry |
| | Bishop Bernard A. Hebda is pleased to announce the Diocese has reestablished a Family Life/Respect Life office and that Marie ... |
| | Steffel's Legacy: "Do the right thing." |
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| | Annual Collection Supports 34,000 Sisters, Brothers, Priests in Religious Orders |
| | The 25th annual collection for the Retirement Fund for Religious will be taken up December 8-9, 2012, in parishes across the ... |
| | Kateri Tekakwitha Canonized; First Native American Saint |
| | October 21 marked a special day for the Roman Catholic Church and, in particular, Catholic Native Americans as Kateri Tekakwitha was ... |
| | Diocese Bids Final Farewell to Bishop Cooney |
| | Bishop Patrick R. Cooney dearly loved the people of the Diocese of Gaylord, the 21-county region of northern Lower Michigan that he led ... |
| | Three new seminarians for the Diocese of Gaylord |
| | The Diocese of Gaylord has been blessed with three new seminarians, raising the total number of seminarians to 13 this year. Peter ... |
| | World Mission Sunday is October 21 |
| | A letter from Bishop Hebda for World Mission Sunday, 2012: Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ, In recent ... |
| | Kohler receives certification |
| | Mrs. Geralyn Kohler recently received her certification as a Catechetical Leader through the Diocese of Gaylord’s Center for ... |
| | Want to experience life in our sister Diocese of Matagalpa, Nicaragua? |
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| | Collection for Seminarian Education Fund |
| | This month, parishes throughout the Diocese of Gaylord are holding a special collection specifically to fund seminarian ... |
| | Bishop Hebda Visits Beaver Island |
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| | Matthew Furgiuele Ordained Deacon |
| | On Monday, August 6, the Feast of the Transfiguration, Bishop Bernard A. Hebda ordained Matthew Anthony Furgiuele to the Order of ... |
| | Msgr. Paul Russell Comes Home to Celebrate Jubilee |
| | On Sunday, June 24th, the parishioners of St. Bernard’s in Alpena rejoiced as one of their own returned to celebrate the ... |
| | Mystical Rose Summer Event |
| | The Mystical Rose, Daughters of Faith Summer Outing will be held on Saturday, August 11at St. Mary Cathedral in Gaylord at 11 a.m. ... |
| | Official Diocesan Appointments |
| | OFFICIAL DIOCESAN APPOINTMENTS The Most Reverend Bernard A. Hebda, Bishop of the Diocese of Gaylord, ... |
| | Fortnight For Religious Freedom |
| | In April, the Ad Hoc Committee on Religious Liberty of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) issued a document titled, ... |
| | Let Your Voice Be Heard
Two Listening Sessions are left |
| | Over the past several months, Bishop Bernard A. Hebda and the directors of the various diocesan offices have been participating in a ... |
| | Sr. Sue Salutes Women at DCCW Annual Convention |
| | “Laugh for the health of it!” was the message that Sr. Susanne Tracy, OP, shared with the 135 attendees of the 40th annual Diocesan ... |
| | Top Model to Role Model: Leah Darrow Tours Northern Michigan |
| | Leah Darrow, former contestant on America’s Next Top Model, spoke to hundreds of youth across the Diocese of Gaylord at the end of ... |
| | Young Adults -- Join us for a "Pentecost Party in the Pinkie" |
| | Young Catholics from throughout Michigan will gather at Lake Ann Camp (just west of Traverse City) for a special weekend of ... |
| | Mothers and Daughters Enjoy Weekend Retreat |
| | In March, thirty participants from the Diocese of Gaylord attended the Mystical Rose Mother and Daughter Retreat at the Augustine ... |
| | Two New Deacons Ordained |
| | On Saturday, April 28, 2012, Bishop Bernard A. Hebda ordained seminarians Chet Collins and Bryan Medlin to the Transitional ... |
| | Bishops Issue Call to Action to Defend Religious Liberty |
| | The U.S. bishops have issued a call to action to defend religious liberty and urged laity to work to protect the First Freedom of the ... |
| | Matt Cowan Instituted to Acolyte |
| | Matthew Cowan, from the Diocese of Gaylord, was one of 55 seminarians of the Pontifical North American College instituted to the ... |
| | Diocese of Gaylord Profiled by Catholic Home Missions |
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The Diocese of Gaylord is one of 83 dioceses throughout the country that receives funding from Catholic Home Missions and it is ... |
| | Vote for Baraga Broadcasting |
| | Last year the Diocese of Gaylord was recognized as a mission diocese by Catholic Extension. As many know, the mission of Catholic ... |
| | Leah Darrow is Coming to Northern Michigan |
| | Leah Darrow, former contestant on America’s Next Top Model now turned international chastity/modesty speaker from Catholic Answers, ... |
| | Celebrate Our New Monsignors |
| | Pope Benedict XVI has bestowed Papal Honors on six priests of the Diocese of Gaylord. Rev. James A. Suchocki, Rev. Raymond C. Mulka, ... |
| | Teens -- This summer could change your life! |
| | Applications for the Christian Leadership Institute (CLI) are now available. The program runs from Sunday to Friday (June 17-June ... |
| | Sr. High Youth Rally Postponed |
| | The Sr. High Youth Rally originally scheduled for Saturday, March 17 at the Diocesan Pastoral Center in Gaylord has been postponed ... |
| | Operation Rice Bowl - A Lenten Tradition |
| | Operation Rice Bowl (ORB), Catholic Relief Services’ annual Lenten program that begins on Ash Wednesday and contiues throughout the ... |
| | Men's Conference will provide inspiration and encouragement |
| | Men in the diocese looking for spiritual inspiration and men’s fellowship should plan to attend the 2012 Catholic Men’s Conference ... |
| | Principal Mary Murphy Carries a Heart for Catholic Education |
| | By Sandra Heska King Mary Murphy remembers the day in eighth-grade language arts class when she thought, “I wouldn’t ... |
| | It's National Marriage Week; Special Event Feb. 11 |
| | The Fifth Annual Marriage Enrichment Dinner in celebration of World Marriage Day will be held at St. Mary Cathedral in Gaylord on ... |
| | Bishop Hebda Reacts to HHS Ruling; Calls for Action |
| | Memorial of St. Thomas Aquinas Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ: In union with my brother bishops throughout the ... |
| | World Day for Consecrated Life will be observed this weekend |
| | The 16th annual World Day for Consecrated Life will be observed in parishes in the United States the weekend of February 4-5. ... |
| | US Bishops Vow to Fight HHS Edicts |
| | The Catholic bishops of the United States called “literally unconscionable” a decision by the Obama Administration to continue to ... |
| | Six Priests Receive Papal Honors |
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| | Girls' Vocations Group "Mystical Rose" gathers in Traverse City |
| | In December, 50 girls in junior high and high school gathered from around the diocese to visit the Carmelite Monastery in Traverse ... |
| | Northport Residents Honored by Pontifical North American College |
| | Northport Point residents, Jack and Anne Ball, were recently honored by the Pontifical North American College (PNAC) with the ... |
| | Diocese Celebrates Ordination of Joseph Ortega |
| | On Saturday, December 17, Bishop Bernard A. Hebda ordained Deacon Joseph Ortega to the priesthood for the Diocese of Gaylord. More ... |
| | Bishop Hebda's Christmas Message |
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| | Everyone is invited to Vocations Awareness Dinner |
| | Bishop Bernard Hebda is happy to announce that the second Vocations Awareness Dinner will take place on January 7 at St. Mary ... |
| | Gaylord Knights Present Checks |
| | Last week, the Gaylord Knights of Columbus Council #2781 presented checks from funds raised during their annual Tootsie Roll Drive. ... |
| | "Share in the Care" of Retired Religious |
| | The 24th annual collection for the Retirement Fund for Religious is taken up in dioceses across the country, including the Diocese ... |
| | Two Special Events for Youth |
| | For the past several years, the Vocations Advisory Committee has planned several events to bring together young men and young women ... |
| | Annual LARC Retreat Held |
| | On October 25-27, Bishop Bernard Hebda, Lutheran Bishop John Schleicher and several religious leaders and parishioners gathered at ... |
| | Annual White Mass Celebrated |
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| | Support CHS Host Homes Program through Swingshift and the Stars |
| | Put on your dancing shoes and come out to support Catholic Human Services Host ... |
| | Native American Conference Focused on Evangelization and Inculturation |
| | A conference to examine how best to reach out to Native American Catholics within the Diocese of Gaylord was held at the Diocesan ... |
| | Wedding Anniversary Masses to be held |
| | For this reason a man shall leave his father and his mother and be joined to his wife and the two shall be become one flesh. These ... |
| | White Mass to be held Oct. 16 |
| | Bishop Bernard Hebda will be the celebrant for a Mass in appreciation for those who serve in the health care profession. Often ... |
| | Pray With Us - First Friday and 40 Hour Devotions in October |
| | As we continue to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the Diocese of Gaylord, many special opportunities for prayer and ... |
| | Northern Michigan Catholic Foundation Weekend |
| | This year marks the 13th anniversary of The Northern Michigan Catholic Foundation (NMCF). The NMCF is an ... |
| | New Girls' Group Being Formed |
| | Approximately 70 people gathered for a picnic with Bishop Bernard Hebda in August in Gaylord. The afternoon included prayer, ... |
| | Catholic Burial Workshop Sept. 29 in T.C. |
| | Diane Gray, Office Manager of Oakwood Catholic Cemetery in Traverse City, and Fr. Wayne Dziekan, Director of the Secretariat for ... |
| | Youth Minister wins "Everyday Hero" Award |
| | Youth ministers know their work is affirming, rewarding, and can even be life-changing, but one Alpena youth minister has tangible ... |
| | Mass to Honor Religious will be held August 28 |
| | Every Catholic Christian is called to live his or her life as a ... |
| | Bishop Meets with Young Adults to Gain Insights on Young Adult Ministry |
| | The main task for us all is that of a new evangelization aimed at helping younger generations to rediscover the true face of God, ... |
| | Altar Servers Make a Splash |
| | The sixth annual Diocese of Gaylord Altar Server Appreciation Day was held Saturday, July 30. Approximately 400 altar servers and ... |
| | Michigan Bishops Release Statement on Immigration |
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| | Bischoff Receives Candidacy |
| | On Saturday, July 23, Tyler Bischoff was admitted to Candidacy for Holy Orders during the Eucharistic Liturgy at Sacred Heart Parish in ... |
| | Register Now for Women's Conference |
| | Women from across the diocese are invited to gather for a special conference on September 10 at the Diocesan Pastoral Center in ... |
| | Conference Will Highlight Liturgy and Evangelization |
| | As celebration of the 40th Anniversary of the Diocese of Gaylord continues, a diocesan conference will help us connect ... |
| | Diocese marks history; all four diocesan bishops present for 40th Anniversary Mass |
| | “What a wonderful celebration!” The phrase echoed throughout St. Mary Cathedral and the tents outside as the Diocese of ... |
| | 33 Youth Attend 2011 Christian Leadership Institute (CLI) |
| | Each summer, for more than 15 years, the Diocese of Gaylord has hosted the Christian Leadership Institute (CLI) for high school ... |
| | Seminarian Tyler Bischoff wins Higgins Lake Race |
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| | Tickets for 40th Anniversary Mass and Picnic |
| | Tickets are now available for the 40th Anniversary Mass and Family Picnic . The liturgy is the highlight event of the ... |
| | Two new deacons ordained |
| | Bishop Bernard Hebda ordained two men deacons for the Diocese of Gaylord during special liturgies earlier this month. Deacon Joseph ... |
| | Will you accept the challenge? |
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| | Girls Gather in Gaylord for Diocesan Vocations Event |
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| | Annual Catholic Services Appeal is Underway |
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| | All Women Are Invited to the DCCW Convention |
| | “Sharing Our Faith” is the theme for the 2011 DCCW Annual Convention to be held on Wednesday, May 18, at St. Mary Cathedral Parish ... |
| | Neff Family Joins Church at Easter Vigil |
| | ROGERS CITY -- The Easter Vigil on Holy Saturday, April 23, at St. Ignatius of Loyola in Rogers City was a special one for the Neff ... |
| | K of C Provides New Ultrasound Machine |
| | A Chance to Be Heard
By Sarah Moore Kuschell Many mothers can recall the distinct moment ... |
| | Diocese Receives Grant from Catholic Home Missions |
| | The Diocese of Gaylord has been awarded a $60,000 grant from the Home Missions Office of the United States Conference of Catholic ... |
| | Bishop Hebda's Easter Message |
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| | Divine Mercy Sunday and Beatification of John Paul II is May 1 |
| | This year Divine Mercy Sunday will be celebrated on May 1. Because the date has much significance in the life of Venerable Pope John ... |
| | Prescription Drug "Take Back Day" is April 30 |
| | Be the Solution: National Take Back Day is April 30 The abuse of prescription ... |
| | Bishop Hebda Appointed Advisor |
| | On April 14, 2011, Pope Benedict XVI appointed Bishop Bernard A. Hebda as an advisor to the Pontifical Council for Legislative ... |
| | April is Child Abuse Prevention Month |
| | April was first declared “Child Abuse Prevention Month” by Presidential proclamation in 1985. Since then, organizations throughout ... |
| | Catholic Relief Services Collection Provides International Relief |
| | Each year on the fourth weekend of Lent, the Catholic Relief Services Collection is taken up in most dioceses across the country. In ... |
| | US Bishops Reiterate Commitment to Protecting Children |
| | Archbishop Timothy Dolan of New York, president of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, reiterated the U.S. ... |
| | Parishes Gather for Rite of Election and Call to Continuing Conversion |
| | On Sunday, March 13, Bishop Bernard Hebda presided over the Rite of Election and Call to Continuing Conversion at St. Mary Cathedral ... |
| | Teresa Tomeo will speak at Baraga Radio Fundraiser |
| | Baraga Broadcasting, Catholic radio for Northern Michigan, has invited Teresa Tomeo to speak at its 3rd annual Spring Fundraiser, ... |
| | CSA Supports Collection for Central and Eastern Europe |
| | The national Collection for the Church in Central and Eastern Europe will take place in many parishes across the country on Ash ... |
| | Vocation of Marriage Celebrated at St. Mary Cathedral |
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| | Seminarian Peter Wigton Takes Oath of Fidelity |
| | On February 5, 2011, seminarian Peter Wigton of the Diocese of Gaylord made the Profession of Faith and took the Oath of Fidelity in ... |
| | Principal Bob Kellogg Shares "What Catholic Schools Mean to Me" |
| | Reflections by Bob Kellogg, Principal at St. Ann Catholic School, Cadillac As I write this, Catholic ... |
| | Celebrating Catholic Schools by Superintendent Charles Taylor |
| | "There is more to education than simply attaining ... |
| | Vocations Contest Winners Announced |
| | In preparation for National Vocations Awareness Week 2011, young people from across the Diocese of Gaylord were invited to create ... |
| | Cowan Instituted as Lector |
| | On Sunday, 16 January 2011, fifty-four seminarians of the Pontifical North American College in Rome were instituted to the Ministry ... |
| | 40th Anniversary Kicks off with Vocations Event |
| | The Diocese of Gaylord opened a year-long celebration of its 40th Anniversary and the annual observance of National ... |
| | Day of Prayer and Penance for LIfe |
| | Since 2002, January 22nd has been designated by the U.S. Bishops as a particular day of penance for violations to the dignity of the ... |
| | Week of Prayer for Christian Unity |
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| | 22 Gather for St. Andrew Task Force Retreat |
| | Twenty-two high school men from around the diocese gathered at St. Mary Cathedral School in January for the annual St. Andrew Task ... |
| | Northern Michigan Business Donates Property to St. Mary Cathedral |
| | The Christmas season brought a special gift to the Diocese of Gaylord and St. Mary Cathedral. Alpena Supply Company/Great Lakes Pipe ... |
| | Youth help young adults in quest to attend World Youth Day |
| | Boyne Valley Catholic Community Junior High Youth Ministry program demonstrated a unique understanding of what it means to be part ... |
| | Migrant families focus of National Migration Week 2011 |
| | Renewing Hope, Seeking Justice is the primary theme for the 2011 National Migration Week, being held January 2-8 in ... |
| | Bishop Hebda's Christmas Message |
| | “She wrapped him in swaddling clothes and laid him in a manger, because there was no room for ... |
| | Attention High School Young Men: Join Us for a Special Retreat |
| | High school boys (grades 9-12) from across the diocese are invited to the fifth annual St. Andrew Task Force Retreat to be held at ... |
| | Diocese Seeks Artwork to Promote Vocations Awareness |
| | As the Diocese prepares to celebrate its 40th Anniversary, one of the first events in the new year will be Vocations ... |
| | Give to the Retirement Fund for Religious |
| | Think back. Is there a religious priest, brother or sister in your past who helped you realize a goal; taught you a lesson; ... |
| | Diocese of Gaylord joins Holy Father in Vigil for Human Life |
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| | Diocese Found in Compliance with National Charter |
| | In a letter from William Gavin of the Gavin Group, Inc., Bishop Bernard Hebda has been informed that the Diocese of Gaylord remains ... |
| | Over 450 participate in Senior Expos |
| | The Diocese of Gaylord and Catholic Human Services, along with local health care providers and senior service agencies, teamed up ... |
| | Seminarians Installed |
| | The Institution of Readers and Acolytes took place at the Pontifical College Josephinum in Columbus, Ohio, on Sunday, November 7. ... |
| | Prayers Encouraged for Pro Orantibus Day (“For Those Who Pray”) |
| | Catholics throughout the ... |
| | Diocese Bids Final Farewell to Fr. Walter Marek |
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| | Official Diocesan Appointment |
| | The Most Reverend Bernard A. Hebda, Bishop of the Diocese of Gaylord has announced the following appointment:
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| | White Mass Honored Those in Healthcare Profession |
| | Catholic medical professionals from across the Diocese of Gaylord joined Bishop Bernard Hebda and parishioners of St. Mary Cathedral ... |
| | Seasonal Space Enhancement Seminars Planned |
| | All who are involved in decorating their parish worship space are encouraged to attend one of the regional seminars being offered by ... |
| | St. Francis Named One of Top 50 Catholic Schools in United States |
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| | New Vocations Poster Encourages Prayer for Vocations |
| | Seminarians for the Diocese of Gaylord have returned to school and resumed their studies while here at home parishioners continue to ... |
| | World Mission Sunday |
| | World Mission Sunday, organized by the Propagation of the Faith—a Pontifical Mission Society, is a day set aside for Catholics ... |
| | Onaway Native is Campus Minister at MSU |
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| | Mass Will Honor Health Care Workers |
| | Bishop Bernard Hebda will be the celebrant for a Eucharist Liturgy in appreciation for those who serve in the health care ... |
| | Senior Expos Planned for Alpena and Cheboygan |
| | Everyone is invited to the 2010 Senior Expos to be held in October in Alpena and Cheboygan. These annual events attract hundreds of ... |
| | Mass will honor religious |
| | Bishop Bernard Hebda invites everyone to a Mass honoring all religious and celebrating this year's Golden Jubilarians: Sr. Rita ... |
| | Bishop Hebda joins new bishops in Rome |
| | Did you feel any special graces last week? |
| | NMCF Weekend |
| | This year marks the 12th anniversary of The Northern Michigan Catholic Foundation (NMCF). To commemorate the occasion the ... |
| | Mass to Celebrate Ministry of St. Vincent de Paul Societies |
| | St. Vincent de Paul said, “Extend your mercy towards others, so that there can be no one in need whom you meet without helping. ... |
| | New School Year Begins |
| | As school bells ring out the official opening of the 2010-2011 school year, Catholic schools in the Diocese of Gaylord are prepared ... |
| | Superintendent of Catholic Schools Shares Thoughts |
| | "As regards our school here; it is now in good condition" Writing ... |
| | Official Diocesan Appointments |
| | The Most Reverend Bernard A. Hebda, Bishop of the Diocese of Gaylord announces the following ... |
| | Diocese Mourns Passing of Fr. Clarence Smolinski |
| | Reverend Clarence Dominic Smolinski entered eternal life on Wednesday, August 11, 2010 at Tendercare in Alpena at the age of 84. ... |
| | New Diocesan Youth Council Formed |
| | Twenty-one young people from across the Diocese gathered at St. Ann in Frankfort this month for a spiritual retreat. The retreat marked ... |
| | Matt Cowan Admitted to Candidacy |
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| | Diocese and NAFC Offer Initiation Workshop |
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| | Altar Servers from Throughout Diocese Will Gather in Gaylord |
| | Final plans are being made for the fifth annual Altar Server Appreciation Day. Sponsored by the Diocesan Vocations Advisory Committee, ... |
| | World Youth Day Fundraiser |
| | On July 1, a beautiful summer evening, approximately 50 people gathered for dinner and a show to support Vocations in the Diocese of ... |
| | Praga Celebrates 125th Anniversary |
| | One hundred people filled St. John Nepomucene Church in Praga on Saturday, June 26, in celebration of the historic stone church’s ... |
| | SATF Serves in Traverse City |
| | For the past two summers, young men with the St. Andrew Task Force travelled to Detroit to serve at the Soup Kitchen run by the ... |
| | National Workshop Begins Preparation for Diocese’s Priests, leaders |
| | The Diocese of Gaylord was well represented at a recent workshop in Grand Rapids as the United States prepares to receive the 3rd ... |
| | Two New Priests Ordained |
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| | Jr. High Gather for SATF Retreat |
| | Twenty Junior High boys from across the Diocese of Gaylord gathered at St. Mary's School in Gaylord June 11-13 for a St. Andrew Task ... |
| | Don't Miss Statewide Men's Conference |
| | Dynamic speakers and men’s fellowship are on tap for the first ever statewide Men’s Conference to be held Saturday, June 26 at Eastern ... |
| | Carmelite Nuns in Alcona County |
| | Reports of sightings of Carmelite nuns in the area of the Huron National Forest are not idle rumors. The Discalced Carmelite Nuns of ... |
| | Tawas Parishioners Visit Guatemala Missions |
| | Thirteen members of Holy Family Catholic Church in East Tawas, accompanied by their Pastor Fr. Charlie Donajkowski, completed a parish ... |
| | Diocesan Women Hold Convention; Elect New Officers |
| | “Following our Shepherds” was the theme of the 38th annual convention of the Diocesan Council of Catholic Women (DCCW) held May 19. ... |
| | Evert Shares Chastity Message with over 1000 |
| | It began with a simple question. “How much would it take to bring Jason Evert here?” This question, planted as a seed in the winter of ... |
| | May is Mental Illness Awareness Month |
| | In his Message for the 14th World Day of the Sick in 2006, Pope Benedict XVI wrote: “On this occasion, the Church intends to bow down ... |
| | Seminarian Bryan Medlin will participate in "The Rome Experience" |
| | Bryan Medlin, one of the seminarians for the Diocese of Gaylord who is currently studying at the Pontifical College of the Josephinum, ... |
| | Religious Sisters Honored, Vocations Encouraged |
| | Two gatherings were held this month in the Diocese of Gaylord to both honor the religious sisters serving in our 21 counties and to ... |
| | DCCW Plans Annual Convention |
| | All women are invited to participate in the Diocesan Council of Catholic Women’s Annual Convention to be held on Wednesday, May 19, ... |
| | Plan now to Participate in Statewide Catholic Men's Conference |
| | Dynamic speakers and men’s fellowship are on tap for the first ever statewide Men’s Conference to be held Saturday, June 26 at Eastern ... |
| | Diocese Mourns Passing of Fr. Bill Zwiefka |
| | Reverend William Lewis Zwiefka, 53, entered eternal life on Sunday, April 18, 2010.
Fr. Bill was born June 29, 1956 in Manistee, ... |
| | Sr. Barbara Hubeny "Retires" |
| | Thousands have crossed the threshold of the Augustine Center in Conway to be greeted by Sr. Barbara Hubeny, OP, who has served as the ... |
| | Bishop Hebda joins K of C in Encouraging
Novena for Pope Benedict XVI |
| | On Oct. 2, 1881, a group of men met in the basement of St. Mary’s Church on Hillhouse Avenue in New Haven, Connecticut. Called together ... |
| | Easter Greetings from Bishop Bernard A. Hebda |
| | Stay with us, Lord! (cf. Luke 24:29)
With these words, the disciples on the road to Emmaus invited their mysterious ... |
| | Child Abuse Protection Month |
| | April was first declared “Child Abuse Prevention Month” by Presidential proclamation in 1985. Since then, organizations throughout the ... |
| | Women's Vocations: How are you being called? |
| | Interested in learning more about vocations for women? Two opportunities are being offered Saturday, April 10, 2010. Both are open to ... |
| | Divine Mercy Sunday |
| | During his homily at the canonization ceremony of St. Faustina Kowalski on April 30, 2000, the Servant of God Pope John Paul II ... |
| | Chrism Mass Celebrated at Cathedral of St. Mary |
| | More than 1,000 gathered at St. Mary Cathedral as the Most Reverend Bernard Hebda, Bishop of the Diocese of Gaylord, presided at the ... |
| | The Celebration of the Holy Triduum |
| | The Holy Triduum, or Paschal Triduum, is the period of three days from sundown on Holy Thursday until evening prayer on Easter Sunday. ... |
| | Youth Share Ideas, Concerns at Youth Congress2010 |
| | More than 150 youth and adults gathered at the Diocesan Pastoral Center in Gaylord for Youth Congress2010 in March. The primary purpose ... |
| | Early Deadline Approaching to Register for World Youth Day 2011 |
| | Every three years our Pope invites young adults from around the world to join him for a time of prayer, catechesis, and reflection. The ... |
| | "Angel Blankets" Bring Comfort Thousands of Miles Away |
| | The Least of My Children
by
Margaret Wasilewski
It all begins with fabric and a sewing machine. Anyone who ... |
| | Bishops Encourage Vigilance Regarding Health Care Reform |
| | The U.S. bishops today called on Congress and people in the Catholic community to make sure promises are kept that new health care ... |
| | U.S. Bishops Oppose Senate Heath Care Reform Bill |
| | Today Cardinal Francis George, President of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, issued the statement below regarding the ... |
| | Dr. Ray Guarendi to Provide Keynote for Fundraiser |
| | Baraga Broadcasting invites devotees and supporters of Catholic radio in Northern Michigan to attend a fundraising dinner on Friday, ... |
| | Diocese Seeks Input from Youth |
| | The Diocese of Gaylord has announced plans to hold a “Youth Congress” on March 20 Diocesan Pastoral Center in Gaylord.
Dannie ... |
| | God's Plan Continues to Unfold at Rite of Election |
| | On Sunday, February 21, the First Sunday of Lent, Bishop Bernard Hebda presided at the Rite of Election at St. Mary Cathedral in ... |
| | Operation Rice Bowl A Lenten Tradition |
| | Operation Rice Bowl (ORB), Catholic Relief Services’ annual Lenten program that begins on Ash Wednesday (which falls on February 17 ... |
| | Sign up Now for World Youth Day 2011 |
| | "You, dear young people, are the hope of the Church! She hopes that you will make yourselves messengers of hope,” is the ... |
| | Rite of Election to Welcome and Pray for Catechumens |
| | All the faithful in the Diocese of Gaylord are invited to attend The Rite of Election which will take place Sunday, February 21, 2010, ... |
| | Adoration Impacts St. Francis High School |
| | "The Church and the world have a great need for adoration because this is what will bring about God's kingdom on earth and an ... |
| | U.S. House Recognizes Contributions of Catholic Schools to Nation |
| | The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a resolution honoring the contributions of Catholic schools to the nation. The resolution ... |
| | Spiritual Bouquets Spring Up |
| | During Vocations Awareness Week (Jan 10 – 16), schools in the Diocese of Gaylord were invited to grow “Spiritual Bouquets” for their ... |
| | Church Responds to Earthquake in Haiti |
| | Parishes in the Diocese of Gaylord will join with those across the United States this weekend to take up a special collection to aid ... |
| | Gerald Okoli Ordained Deacon |
| | Gerald Chigbogu Okoli was ordained a transitional deacon by Bishop Bernard A. Hebda on Saturday, January 9, 2010 at Holy Childhood ... |
| | Help Stop Abortion Funding in Health Care Reform |
| | In a nationwide call to Catholics to prevent health care reform from being derailed by the abortion lobby, the United States Conference ... |
| | Week of Prayer for Christian Unity |
| | January 18-25, 2010 is the annual worldwide observance of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity.
This practice was begun in the ... |
| | "Ten Things that Promote Vocations" |
| | WASHINGTON—The Catholic Church celebrates National Vocation Awareness Week January 10-16. To encourage Catholics to foster vocations, ... |
| | Pope Benedict's Message for World Day of Peace |
| |
MESSAGE OF HIS HOLINESS
POPE BENEDICT XVI
FOR THE CELEBRATION OF THE
WORLD DAY OF PEACE
1 JANUARY 2010
IF YOU WANT TO ... |
| | Gerald Okoli to be ordained deacon |
| | On Saturday, January 9, Gerald Chigbogu Okoli will be ordained a transitional deacon for the Diocese of Gaylord by Bishop Bernard A. ... |
| | Top Ten Stories of 2004 |
| | Each year, we take a moment to look back and reflect on the past year. Below are some of the major events and activities of the Diocese ... |
| | Bishop Hebda's Christmas Message |
| |
Christ is born, glorify him!
Christ came from heaven, welcome Him!
Christ is on earth, ... |
| | Delegation to Travel to Matagalpa |
| | The distance from Gaylord to our sister diocese of Matagalpa in Nicaragua is about 2,000 miles, so we can't meet face to face as often ... |
| | Plan now to attend St. Andrew Task Force Retreat |
| | The fourth annual St. Andrew Task Force Retreat is scheduled on January 8-10, 2010 at Holy Childhood Church, Harbor Springs. The ... |
| | Welcome Bishop Hebda |
| | On Tuesday, December 1, Bernard A. Hebda was ordained and installed as the Fourth Bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Gaylord. ... |
| | Bishop Cooney Bids Farewell |
| | On Sunday, November 8, Bishop Patrick R. Cooney offered a fond farewell to the faithful of the Diocese of Gaylord as he presided over a ... |
| | Pope names Rev. Msgr. Bernard Hebda Fourth Bishop of Gaylord |
| | The Holy Father, Pope Benedict XVI, has named the Reverend Monsignor Bernard A. Hebda, Undersecretary of the Pontifical Council for the ... |
| | Bishop Cooney's Journey to the Philippines |
| |
Gaylord Bishop Patrick R. Cooney was elected to the Catholic Relief Services Board of Directors in 2004. As a member of the Board, ... |
| | DCCW Fall Workshop |
| | The annual Fall Workshop was held at St. Mary's Cathedral on Wednesday, October 14th. Approximately 80 ladies from throughout the ... |
| | URGENT: Nationwide USCCB Effort on Health Care Reform |
| | In an extraordinary call to Catholics to prevent health care reform from being derailed by the abortion lobby, the United Sates ... |
| | Call to Continuing Conversion |
| | On Sunday, October 18, ten candidates, along with their sponsors, parish leadership, family and friends gathered at St. Mary Cathedral ... |
| | Diocese Mourns the Loss of Fr. Isadore Mikulski |
| | Fr. Isadore Mikulski, a much beloved priest of the Diocese of Gaylord passed away on Tuesday, October 6 at Saginaw St. Mary's Medical ... |
| | Call to Continuing Conversion |
| | Bishop Patrick Cooney invites all of the faithful from the Diocese of Gaylord to celebrate The Call to Continuing Conversion on Sunday, ... |
| | Retreat to Focus on "Everyday Epiphanies" |
| | All women are invited to participate in the Diocesan Council of Catholic Women’s Silent Retreat October 16-18, 2009 at the Augustine ... |
| | NMCF Weekend |
| | This year marks the 11th anniversary of the inception of The Northern Michigan Catholic Foundation (NMCF). To commemorate the ... |
| | Study Materials Available for "Caritas In Veritate" |
| | On June 29, 2009 -- the Solemnity of the Holy Apostles Peter and Paul, Pope Benedict XVI issued his third encyclical: Caritas In ... |
| | Learn about Catholic Burial |
| | Diane Gray, Office Manager of Oakwood Catholic Cemetery in Traverse City, and Fr. Wayne Dziekan, Director of the Secretariat for ... |
| | Obwaka Ordained Deacon |
| | Sylvestre Obwaka was ordained a Transitional Deacon by Bishop Patrick R. Cooney on Saturday, August 8 at Holy Family Parish, East ... |
| | 550 Enjoy Altar Server Appreciation Day |
| | Over 550 altar servers, chaperones and seminarians gathered for the 4th Annual Altar Server Appreciation Day. Sponsored by the Diocese ... |
| | Funeral Arrangements for Fr. Jim Mausolf |
| | Reverend James Henry Mausolf entered eternal life on Thursday, August 6, 2009 at his home in Traverse City at the age of 84. Father ... |
| | Permanent Deacon Ministry in Action – Tom Bousamra, Catholic Chaplain |
| | Since the fall of 2003, when Bishop Patrick R. Cooney announced a formation program for laymen called to be permanent deacons, he has ... |
| | Beach Bums Beckon -- 2009 Altar Server Event |
| | Final plans are being made for the fourth annual Altar Server Appreciation Day. Sponsored by the Diocesan Vocations Advisory ... |
| | Official Diocesan Appointments |
| | Bishop Patrick R. Cooney has announced the following appointments effective July 15, 2009 for one year:
Reverend James ... |
| | Bishop Announces Decisions on PPTF Recommendations |
| | On April 27, the Parish and Personnel Task Force presented to Bishop Patrick R. Cooney and leadership of the diocese its Final Report ... |
| | Pope Declares "Year for Priests" |
| | On March 16, 2009 Pope Benedict XVI announced that a special “Year for Priests” will commence on June 19, 2009 in an effort to ... |
| | Parish and Personnel Task Force Outlines Process |
| |
Mission Statement:
The Mission of the Parish and Personnel Task Force is to provide recommendations to the Bishop, in ... |
| | Restoration Work Begins at Cross in the Woods |
| | The scaffolding is up and work has begun on the restoration of the Cross and surrounding area at the National Shrine and Parish of the ... |
| | Cantor Express to Make Stop in Gaylord |
| | The Secretariat for Worship and Liturgical Formation of the Diocese of Gaylord is pleased to announce that a special institute for ... |
| | CCC - How the Good News Gets Around |
| | If Jesus Christ were on earth today, how would he spread his message of salvation? Would he use television, radio, newspapers, text ... |
| | Faith in Action - DCCW Convention |
| | “Faith in Action ” was the theme of the 37th annual convention of the Diocesan Council of Catholic Women (DCCW) held May 13.
The ... |
| | Foundation will provide "For Generations to Come" |
| |
Securing the Future of Catholic Ministries in Northern Lower Michigan
“As each one has received a gift, use it to serve one ... |
| | Final Report of Parish and Personnel Task Force Released |
| | Culminating two and a half years of study and consultation with parishioners throughout the Diocese of Gaylord, the Parish and ... |
| | Catholic Home Missions Acknowledges CSA GIft |
| | In a recent letter received by Bishop Patrick Cooney, Most Rev. Michael W. Warfel, Bishop of Great Falls-Billings and Chairman of the ... |
| | Office Ministry Day a Gift for Attendees |
| | On Thursday, April 16, about 50 women who serve in parish and diocesan offices across the Diocese of Gaylord, gathered at the Augustine ... |
| | DCCW Announces Annual Convention |
| | Every year on the second Wednesday in May, the Gaylord Diocesan Council of Catholic Women (DCCW) holds their annual convention. This ... |
| | Divine Mercy Sunday Devotions |
| | During his homily at the canonization ceremony of St. Faustina Kowalski, Pope John Paul II highlighted the message of mercy manifested ... |
| | Cardinal Szoka offered blessing to the Holy Father |
| |
Edmund Cardinal Szoka served as the first Bishop of the Diocese of Gaylord. Below is an article by Cindy Wooden of Catholic News ... |
| | Conference to Celebrate St. Paul |
| | Registration forms have been distributed and are now available for a diocesan-wide conference to be held on Saturday, May 16. The ... |
| | Vocations Contest Winners Announced |
| | During Vocations Awareness Week this past January, students from the Diocese of Gaylord were asked to tap into their creative side to ... |
| | Plan to Attend Chrism Mass |
| | Bishop Patrick R. Cooney invites all the faithful of the diocese to attend the Chrism Mass on Tuesday, April 7 at 11:00 a.m. at St. ... |
| | Rite of Election held at St. Mary Cathedral |
| | On Sunday, March 1, the First Sunday of Lent, fifty-four people from twenty-four parishes were formally welcomed as catechumens at the ... |
| | Faith Development Resource Day |
| | Register now to participate in the Faith Development Resource Day on March 21 at the Diocesan Pastoral Center in Gaylord. Sponsored by ... |
| | Maryknoll collaborates with U. S. Deacons in mission |
| | A ground-breaking gathering of twelve U.S. deacons, their wives and the Catholic Foreign Mission Society of America, the Maryknoll ... |
| | Congregation for Catholic Education Publishes Instruction |
| |
Near the end of 2005, the Congregation for Catholic Education officially released the "Instruction concerning Criteria for the ... |
| | Invitation to "Travel with St. Paul" |
| | Periodically, the church sets aside an entire year to focus on a particular aspect of faith. Last June, Pope Benedict XVI declared a ... |
| | Fifer Appointed |
| | The Most Reverend Patrick R. Cooney, Bishop of the Diocese of Gaylord, has announced Deacon Paul Fifer has been selected to be the ... |
| | SATF Retreat Recap |
| | The third annual retreat for the St. Andrew Task Force was held in January at St. Mary Cathedral School in Gaylord. The event was ... |
| | Celebrate Catholic Schools |
| |
By Michael Buell
Superintendent of Grand Traverse Area Catholic Schools and Chair of the Diocese of Gaylord Schools ... |
| | CSA Supports Latin America Collection |
| | The Church in Latin America is vibrant, diverse in culture, and grounded in faith—and it needs our help to stay that way. The theme for ... |
| | Week of Prayer for Christian Unity |
| | January 18-25, 2009 is the annual observance of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity. The theme chosen for 2009 is “That they may ... |
| | San Hoyumpa Ordained to the Priesthood |
| | On Saturday, January 10, Santiago Hoyumpa was ordained to the priesthood for the Diocese of Gaylord by Bishop Patrick R. Cooney at St. ... |
| | PPTF Regional Meeings Held |
| | Continuing a process begun over two years ago to plan for the long term future of the Diocese of Gaylord, the Parish and Personnel Task ... |
| | Vocations Awareness Week Contest |
| | In conjunction with Vocations Awareness Week 2009 (January 11-17), the Vocations Committee from the Diocese of Gaylord will sponsor a ... |
| | January retreat planned for young men |
| | Space is limited for the third annual St. Andrew Task Force Retreat scheduled on January 9-11, 2009 in Gaylord, Michigan. This year’s ... |
| | Baraga expands into Marquette diocese |
| | Baraga Broadcasting has expanded again and now serves the eastern portion of the Marquette Diocese in addition to the more of the ... |
| | Death of Fr. Joseph Wiekierak |
| | Reverend Joseph Francis Wiekierak died at Saint Ann’s Home in Grand Rapids on Wednesday, December 3, following a long illness. He ... |
| | "Share in the Care"
Retirement Fund for Religious |
| | The 21st national annual collection for the Retirement Fund for Religious will be conducted in Catholic parishes in the United States, ... |
| | Guadelupan Torch Run and Celebration |
| | Everyone is invited to participate in the Second Guadalupan Torch Run
on Sunday December 14. It will start at Noon at the Hispanic ... |
| | Cross in the Woods Undertakes Restoration Campaign |
| | One of northern lower Michigan's best-known and most treasured worship and tourist sites is in need of a makeover. The massive ... |
| | Diocese and CHS Host Senior Expos |
| | The Diocese of Gaylord and Catholic Human Services have teamed up for several years to provide seniors, caregivers, families and ... |
| | Operation Rice Bowl Funds Distributed Locally |
| | Each year during the Lenten season many parishes in the Diocese of Gaylord participate in Operation Rice Bowl, the official Lenten ... |
| | DCCW Hosts Fall Workshop |
| | The annual Fall Workshop was held at St. Mary's Cathedral on Wednesday, October 29th. Ninety ladies from northern Michigan attended. ... |
| | Diocese will host "Year of St. Paul" Conference |
| | Mark your calendars now to attend a diocesan-wide conference on Saturday, December 6. The event commemorating the “Year of St. Paul” ... |
| | PPTF Completes Town Hall Meetings |
| | On October 9, the final Parish Town Hall meeting was held as part of the ongoing pastoral planning process in the Diocese of Gaylord. ... |
| | Vocations Awareness Sunday |
| | On Sunday, October 12, the Church observes Vocations Awareness Sunday. Each individual by their baptism, confirmation and ... |
| | Register now for Jr. and Sr. High Youth Rallies |
| | The Diocese of Gaylord will offer two great events for youth on one great day – October 18. Both Junior and Senior High youth will ... |
| | Prepare for upcoming elections |
| | Fr. Wayne Dziekan, Diocesan Director of the Secretariat for Justice and Peace, will offer two more presentations this fall on "Forming ... |
| | CLI 2008 Followup |
| | By Pattie Rioux
Diocesan Faith Development Field Representative
and Youth Minister at Holy Family, East Tawas
Thirty high school ... |
| | Tom Tenerovicz joins Diocesan staff |
| | Bishop Patrick R. Cooney has announced the appointment of Thomas Tenerovicz to the position of Human Resources Coordinator for the ... |
| | “…and you will be my witnesses.”
a Reflection on World Youth Day 2008 |
| | By Tyler Bischoff
Seminarian for the Diocese of Gaylord
Active in youth ministry for the past decade, I always heard a lot about ... |
| | Official Diocesan Appointments |
| | OFFICIAL DIOCESAN APPOINTMENTS
The Most Reverend Patrick R. Cooney, Bishop of the Diocese of Gaylord announces the following ... |
| | SATF Mission Trip a Moving Experience |
| | Members of the St. Andrew Task Force (SATF) returned from a mission trip to the Capuchin Soup Kitchen in Detroit enlightened to the ... |
| | Baraga Broadcasting Expands Again |
| | With your help and support, Catholic Radio in the Diocese of Gaylord is growing. Baraga Broadcasting, now has an additional ... |
| | St. Andrew Task Force Mission Trip Planned |
| | The St. Andrew Task Force has planned a Mission Trip to visit the Capuchin Soup Kitchen in Detroit from June 12 – 15, 2008. Young men ... |
| | Annual DCCW Convention |
| | “Women Are Treasures” was the theme of the 36th annual convention of the Diocesan Council of Catholic Women held in May at the Knights ... |
| | Sending Forth Ceremony |
| | Bishop Patrick R. Cooney cordially invites you to attend a Sending Forth Ceremony on Sunday, June 15, 2008 at 3:00 p.m. at St. Mary ... |
| | Liturgical Minister Appreciation Event Planned |
| | A special event in appreciation of parish liturgical ministers will be held at the Diocesan Pastoral Center in June. Dr. Edward Hogan, ... |
| | Local Catholic Reflect on Attending Papal Masses |
| | Between the two venues, Nationals Park in Washington, D.C., and Yankee Stadium in New York City, approximately 101,000 people ... |
| | Diocese to offer Extraordinary Form of Mass beginning May 11 |
| | Bishop Patrick R. Cooney has announced that the extraordinary form of the Mass will be offered publicly beginning on Pentecost, May 11, ... |
| | Annual CSA Campaign Begins |
| | "As each one has received a gift, use it to serve one another as good stewards of God's varied grace." (Peter 4:10)
The ... |
| | Local Catholics to participate in Papal Masses |
| | When Pope Benedict XVI celebrates two public Masses during his visit to the United States this week, among those in the assembly with ... |
| | DCCW Annual Convention is May 14 |
| | “Women are Treasures” is the theme for the 2008 DCCW Annual Convention to be held on Wednesday, May 14, at the Knights of Columbus Hall ... |
| | 10th Annual Icon Retreat Announced |
| | For the tenth consecutive year, an inspiring workshop for would-be icon writers will be held at the Augustine Center in Conway in June. ... |
| | World Day of Prayer for Vocations |
| | In 1963 Pope Paul VI designated Good Shepherd Sunday as World Day of Prayer for Vocations. Jesus, the Good Shepherd, protects us as his ... |
| | Attend "Alternative" World Youth Day |
| | Teens from our diocese are invited to an “alternative” World Youth Day celebration this summer. While our Holy Father is meeting with ... |
| | CSA Gifts Acknowledged |
| | In a recent letters to Bishop Patrick R. Cooney, several National Offices have expressed gratitude for donations made to support the ... |
| | Retrouvaille: A Lifeline for Troubled Marriages |
| | Is your marriage breaking your heart? Retrouvaille is a Christian Peer Ministry for troubled marriages and claims a rate of 83% of ... |
| | Register now for Spirituality Retreat |
| | The Center for Catholic Studies is pleased to offer a Spirituality Weekend Retreat on April 25-26 at the Augustine Center in Conway, ... |
| | CSA Supports the Holy Land |
| | On Good Friday, March 21, 2008, the Collection for the Holy Land will be taken in many dioceses throughout the United States. The funds ... |
| | Celebrating St . Patrick's Day |
| |
In our world, St. Patrick's Day has become a day to celebrate being Irish – even if one is not, except on this one day. For many, it ... |
| | Chrism Mass |
| | The Chrism Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, March 18 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Mary Cathedral in Gaylord, Bishop John M. Quinn will ... |
| | CSA supports Church in Central and Eastern Europe |
| | With a love that brings radiant light, Catholics in the United States help to build parishes in many distant places through the ... |
| | World Marriage Day |
| | The second Sunday in February is when we as a church celebrate World Marriage Day. It was started in Baton Rouge, LA in 1981 to honor ... |
| | Mission Experiences Offered |
| | A cooperative effort between the Diocese of Gaylord, The Secretariat for Peace and Justice of the Diocese of Gaylord, The Columban ... |
| | Lenten Regulations |
| | To assist the faithful during this time of preparation, the following Lenten regulations are to be observed:
All members of the ... |
| | Joe Muszkiewicz Ordained to the Priesthood for the Diocese of Gaylord |
| | Joseph Muszkiewicz was ordained to the priesthood for the Diocese of Gaylord on Sunday, January 6 at St. Mary Cathedral in Gaylord. ... |
| | Baraga Broadcasting Coverage Area Expands |
| | Catholic Radio coverage in the Diocese of Gaylord is growing. The FCC approved the sale of Interlochen Public Radio’s Mackinaw ... |
| | National Migration Week |
| | Since 1980, at the urging of the U.S. Catholic bishops, Migration and Refugee Services has sponsored the annual observance of National ... |
| | Sunday Celebrations in the Absence of a Priest |
| | Between the rural nature of the Diocese of Gaylord, the unpredictable Michigan weather, the shortage of priests, and the occurrence of ... |
| | Deacon Joe Muszkiewicz to be ordained to the priesthood |
| | Deacon Joseph Muszkiewicz will be ordained to the priesthood for the Diocese of Gaylord by Bishop Patrick R. Cooney on Saturday, ... |
| | Register now for St. Andrew Task Force retreat |
| | The second annual retreat for young men interested in the St. Andrew Task Force will be held January 4-6 at St. Mary Cathedral School ... |
| | An Advent Meditation
Bishop Patrick R. Cooney |
| | Disciples of the Lord - may peace be with you.
In this Advent season you and I, who have been baptized, anointed with the oil of ... |
| | National Catholic Youth Conference |
| | The National Catholic Youth Conference took place in Columbus, Ohio over the weekend of November 8-10. The biennial event is an ... |
| | Baraga Broadcasting Expands Coverage Area |
| | Catholic Radio coverage in the Diocese of Gaylord is growing. The FCC has approved the sale of Interlochen Public Radio’s Mackinaw ... |
| | Bishops Launch Stem Cell Research Educational Program |
| | Based on what has been communicated in the secular media, it is my belief that Catholics have likely been misled about the critical ... |
| | Parish and Personnel Task Force Resumes Work |
| | After a brief summer hiatus, the Parish and Personnel Task Force returned to continue their efforts toward offering recommendations for ... |
| | Center for Catholic Studies Offers Free Classes |
| | The Center for Catholic Studies is offering the opportunity for individuals to take a class free of charge until July 31, 2008. The ... |
| | Diocese Launches Web-Based Training Course |
| | The Diocese of Gaylord is pleased to announce it has completed creation of an online safe environment training program for adults to ... |
| | Alpena Observes 30 Days of Peace |
| | 30 Days of Peace is a hope-filled, world wide effort to raise awareness of the need for a culture of peace. It is hope-filled because ... |
| | Diocese Found in Compliance with National Charter |
| | The Diocese of Gaylord has received confirmation that once again it has been found in compliance with regard to the mandates of the ... |
| | Icons Subject of DCCW Day of Recollection |
| | All women and friends of the Diocese of Gaylord are invited to attend a Day of Recollection on Tuesday, September 11, 2007 at the ... |
| | Symposium on Adult Faith Formation |
| | According to the National Directory for Catechesis, “The aim of catechesis is to lead believers to a deeper knowledge and love of ... |
| | Workshops on Pastoral Care of the Sick and Dying |
| | The Diocesan Worship Office is offering regional workshops devoted to Pastoral Care of the Sick and Dying: Anointing and Viaticum this ... |
| | Diocesan Women Honored |
| | Bishop Patrick R. Cooney has designated Sunday, August 12 as Diocesan Council of Catholic Women Day in the Diocese of Gaylord. The ... |
| | CSA Supports Ministries Here and Across the World |
| | Although many participate in the annual Catholic Services Appeal (CSA), sometimes even those that are most involved don’t fully realize ... |
| | Christopher Closeup Signs off |
| | Long before televised mega-concerts became fashionable for raising awareness of important causes and motivating individuals to take a ... |
| | Register now for Altar Server Event |
| | A celebration of diocesan altar servers is in the works, and this one promises to be just as much fun as last year’s event. On behalf ... |
| | CLI 2007 |
| | Forty-five high school students from around the diocese gathered at the Boyne Valley Lodge on Walloon Lake for another successful ... |
| | Conference Celebrates Catechetical Ministry |
| | The Secretariat for Faith Development has set August 18 for the 2007 Catechetical Conference. The conference welcomes anyone in ... |
| | Peter's Pence Collection |
| | "Let us make sure that none of God’s children ever feels alone" is the theme for this year’s Peter’s Pence Collection to support the ... |
| | Bishop Announces Appointments |
| | OFFICIAL DIOCESAN APPOINTMENTS
The Most Reverend Patrick R. Cooney, Bishop of the Diocese of Gaylord announces the following ... |
| | Diocese welcomes Fr. Robbie Deka |
| | On June 8, 2007 Robbie Deka was ordained to the priesthood for the Diocese of Gaylord by Bishop Patrick R. Cooney at St. Mary Cathedral ... |
| | Bishop Announces Christian Service Awards |
| | Twelve outstanding seniors have been selected to receive the Bishop’s Christian Service Award for 2007, the 15th anniversary of the ... |
| | Joe Muszkiewicz Ordained Deacon |
| | Joseph Muszkiewicz was ordained as a transitional deacon at Immaculate Conception Parish in Traverse City on Saturday, May 12, 2007 by ... |
| | Michigan Bishops Release Statement on Federal Immigration Reform |
| | We, the Roman Catholic Bishops of the state of Michigan, wish to add our voices to the ongoing public debate regarding the rights and ... |
| | Learn more about Matagalpa, Nicaragua |
| | Recently Candace Neff, Director of Communications for the Diocese of Gaylord, travelled to our sister Diocese of Matagalpa, Nicaragua. ... |
| | World Day of Prayer for Vocations |
| | In 1963, Pope Paul VI designated the fourth Sunday of Easter as World Day of Prayer for Vocations. This particular Sunday in April, ... |
| | Supporting Catholic Missions Here At Home |
| | The collection for Home Missions will be taken up in most dioceses throughout the United States the weekend of April 28-29. In the ... |
| | Pope encourages priests to be inspired by Christ's sacrifice, love |
| | By John Thavis
Catholic News Service
VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Pope Benedict XVI encouraged today's priests to be inspired by Christ's ... |
| | Register now for "CLI" 2007 |
| | Christian Leadership Institute (CLI), a tradition in the Diocese of Gaylord, has set the schedule for this year’s event and ... |
| | Northern Michigan Couple Helps the "Helpers" |
| | Typical stories coming out of the Gulf Coast most often deal with the plight of the people who lost so much in the devastation that was ... |
| | Vocations Contest Winners Announced |
| | In conjunction with National Vocations Awareness week, the Diocese of Gaylord sponsored a contest for students with the goal of ... |
| | Rite of Election Celebrated at Cathedral |
| | On Sunday, February 25, the 2007 Catechumens from the Diocese of Gaylord gathered at St. Mary Cathedral for the Rite of Election ... |
| | Marty Haugen to present concert and workshop |
| | St. Luke the Evangelist Music Ministry in Bellaire will host composer Marty Haugen for a concert and full day workshop for ministers. ... |
| | Taize Prayer Services Offered During Lent |
| | Each Sunday during Lent, the faith community of St. Mary, Grayling, will gather for a late afternoon Sunday Taize prayer service. Taize ... |
| | Bishop announces removal of Raymond Pilarski |
| | The Most Reverend Patrick R. Cooney, Bishop of the Diocese of Gaylord, has announced that Rev. Raymond J. Pilarski has been permanently ... |
| | Baraga Broadcasting Opens Studio |
| | If you have been a little bored indoors during these days of frigid temperatures, maybe you could try a little surfing — radio-wave ... |
| | Junior High Youth Rally Scheduled for March 3 |
| | A fun-filled and inspirational day is planned for the junior high youth of the Diocese of Gaylord on March 3, 2007. That is the date of ... |
| | Regional Workshops for Cantors and Music Ministers |
| | The Secretariat for Worship and Liturgical formation, in collaboration with the Center for Catholic Studies, recently began holding ... |
| | Task Force Starts Work |
| | Throughout the country, dioceses are facing the reality of an aging clergy and a decline in men and women accepting the call to ... |
| | Week of Prayer for Christian Unity |
| | The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity is January 18-25, 2007. It was initiated in 1908 by the Rev. Paul Wattson, co-founder of the ... |
| | National Vocations Awareness Week |
| | National Vocations Awareness Week is January 8-12, 2007. The week is an opportunity for the Catholic Church to put together a concerted ... |
| | National Migration Week |
| | Since 1980, at the urging of the U.S. Catholic bishops, Migration and Refugee Services has sponsored the annual observance of National ... |
| | Tax Law Changes for 2007 |
| | Due to recent changes in the tax laws, beginning with contributions made in 2007, parishioners (those who itemize their tax returns) ... |
| | Fr. Dan Gallagher to serve at the Vatican |
| | Bishop Patrick R. Cooney has announced that upon request of the Holy See, he has granted permission for Fr. Daniel Gallagher to serve ... |
| | MCC Statement on Parole of Jack Kevorkian |
| | Michigan Catholic Conference released the following statement after the Michigan Parole Board announced Jack Kevorkian will be paroled ... |
| | Vocations Contest for Youth Announced |
| | National Vocations Awareness Week is January 8-12, 2007. As a component of this observance all youth of the diocese are invited to ... |
| | Papal Peace Message Stresses Human Rights |
| | VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Even when faced with a potential terrorist attack or in the midst of war, basic human rights must be respected, ... |
| | "Share in the Care" |
| | The 2006 Retirement Fund for Religious campaign, taking place December 9-10, asks us to “Share in the Care” of the men and women who ... |
| | Expos held to Serve Seniors |
| | For the past several years the Diocese of Gaylord and Catholic Human Services co-sponsored senior expos in Northern lower Michigan. ... |
| | CCHD Strives to Break the Poverty Cycle |
| | The Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD) will be highlighted the weekend of November 18 and 19, 2006. The annual collection ... |
| | Mass Celebrates Native American Customs |
| | On the afternoon of Sunday, October 29, at the Cathedral of St. Mary in Gaylord, the beauty and spirituality of Native American people ... |
| | Faith Development Office Restructured |
| | Several months ago an initiative to enhance the faith development component of the diocese began. It was derived by Bishop Patrick ... |
| | Senior High Youth Rally -- November 11 |
| | Preparations for this year’s annual Senior High Youth Rally are beginning to ramp up with information and registration materials ... |
| | Bishop Appoints Murphy to Head Committee |
| | Dear Friends:
As you are likely aware, dioceses across the country continue to struggle to minister to the many needs of ... |
| | World Mission Suday - October 22 |
| | On Sunday, October 22 the Catholic Church will celebrate World Mission Sunday. As described by Pope John Paul II, World Mission Sunday ... |
| | More "Perks" From Your Morning Cup of Coffee |
| | That morning cup of coffee could be do more than just wake you up and get you going. Buying the right pound of beans can also ensure ... |
| | Diocese Mourns Death of Fr. Gregory Kurutz, OFM |
| | Father Gregory Andrew Kurutz, OFM was called to his eternal reward on Monday, October 2, 2006 at the age of 79.
Father Gregory was ... |
| | Official Appointments |
| | The Most Reverend Patrick R. Cooney, Bishop of the Diocese of Gaylord, announces the following appointments:
Reverend Paul Grala, ... |
| | Making a Difference Through CSA |
| | More than 35 years ago, the Catholic Services Appeal (CSA) was established in the Diocese of Gaylord to help address the vast array of ... |
| | Diocese Hosts "Beginnings and Beyond" Institute |
| | In partnership with the North American Forum on the Catechumenate, the Diocese of Gaylord hosted a “Beginnings and Beyond” Institute ... |
| | Roscommon Youth Join in Mississippi Hurricane Relief |
| | A team of young people and adults from St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Roscommon spent ten days of their summer vacation reaching out ... |
| | DCCW Day of Recollection |
| | In 2004, Bishop Patrick R. Cooney designated the second Sunday of August as Diocesan Council of Catholic Women Day in the Diocese of ... |
| | Catholic Human Services Launches New Website |
| | Catholic Human Services (CHS) in northern lower Michigan, which was founded in 1972 by the Diocese of Gaylord, launched its new website ... |
| | Altar Servers showered with food, fun ... and yes, even rain |
| | Hundreds were watching weather forecasts and as altar servers from across the diocese gathered at St. Patrick in Traverse City for a ... |
| | Come to the Family Picnic and Volunteer Service Awards |
| | For the fourth year, the Diocese of Gaylord is sponsoring the “Bishop Patrick R. Cooney Volunteer Service Awards and Family Picnic ... |
| | St. Mary Grayling Designated Eucharistic Shrine |
| | Bishop Patrick R. Cooney has designated St. Mary Parish in Grayling a Eucharistic Shrine, effective June 1, 2006. The parish is ... |
| | Deka Ordained Transitional Deacon |
| | On Saturday, July 8, Robbie Deka was ordained to the transitional deaconate for the Diocese of Gaylord by Bishop Patrick R. Cooney at ... |
| | Silva to be ordained to priesthood |
| | Rolando Silva’s first recollection of his call to priestly ministry was at an early age. He recalled, “It began when my older sister ... |
| | Center for Catholic Studies Sending Forth Ceremony |
| | A special Liturgy and Sending Forth ceremony is planned for Sunday, June 25 at St. Mary Cathedral to honor and commission those ... |
| | Rolando Silva to be ordained June 10 |
| | Rolando Silva’s first recollection of his call to priestly ministry was at an early age. He recalled, “It began when my older sister ... |
| | Hermanamiento continues to grow between Dioceses of Gaylord and Matagalpa |
| | On Saturday, May 20, Bishop Patrick R. Cooney and the Diocese of Gaylord welcomed Bishop Jorge Solorzano and a delegation from the ... |
| | Nominations for Volunteer Service Awards now being accepted |
| | For the fourth consecutive year, the Diocese of Gaylord is sponsoring the “Bishop Patrick R. Cooney Volunteer Service Awards” which ... |
| | Diocesan Catholic Women Hold Convention in Gaylord |
| | “Women United - Making a Difference” was the theme of the 34th annual convention of the Diocesan Council of Catholic Women held ... |
| | Your marriage can be more joyful |
| | The family is the basis of society as well as church. Some wise person has said that, “As the family goes so goes the country.” It is ... |
| | Matagalpa Delegation to Visit in May |
| | The Global Solidarity Partnership between the Dioceses of Gaylord and Matagalpa will take another step forward next month when a ... |
| | Diocese in Compliance with National Charter |
| | This week the National Review Board released the annual “Report on the Implementation of the Charter for the Protection of Children and ... |
| | Rosemary Smith Joins MCC Board of Directors |
| | The Michigan Catholic Conference has announced that Ms. Rosemary E. Smith of Gaylord has been elected to serve on its Board of ... |
| | Sacramental Recordkeeping Workshops |
| | The Center for Catholic Studies is offering Pastors, Secretaries, Deacons, Deacon Candidates, DRE's and anyone interested in learning ... |
| | Operation Rice Bowl |
| | Lent, which begins this year on Ash Wednesday, March 1, is a time of reflection, fasting and prayer. Catholics, through their Baptism ... |
| | Winners of the 2006 Vocations Awareness Contest Announced |
| | For the past several years, a contest to promote vocations awareness has been held in the Diocese of Gaylord as a component to the ... |
| | World Marriage Day Celebrated February 12 |
| | The idea of celebrating World Marriage Day began in 1981 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, when couples belonging to Worldwide Marriage ... |
| | St. Clare Chapel Dedicated at St. Francis High School |
| | On February 3, following an All Systems Mass for the Grand Traverse Area Schools to celebrate Catholic Schools Week, Bishop Patrick R. ... |
| | Christ the King Parishioner Tells of His Time with the Peace Corps |
| | Almost from the its very beginnings in the early 1960's, I had been intrigued by the Peace Corps and by its mission. When I retired in ... |
| | Richard Nash to Head Secretariat for Faith Development |
| | Bishop Patrick R. Cooney announces the hiring of Dr. Richard Nash to the position of Director of the Secretariat for Faith ... |
| | Ruben Munoz Ordained to Priesthood |
| | On Saturday, December 17, 2005, Ruben Dario Munoz was ordained to the priesthood at St. Mary Cathedral by Patrick R. Cooney, Bishop of ... |
| | Delegation Attends Installation of New Bishop in Matagalpa |
| | On Saturday, December 3, 2005, Bishop Patrick Cooney participated in the ceremony of installation of the Most Reverend Jorge Solorzano, ... |
| | Diocesan Faithful Donate over $51,000 for Katrina Relief |
| | In a recent letter to Bishop Patrick Cooney, the President of Catholic Charities USA thanked the people of the Diocese of Gaylord for ... |
| | Religious Retirement Collection Set for December 10-11 |
| | Each year at this time, Catholics throughout the United States are asked to help defray the health care and other unfunded retirement ... |
| | New Bishop Named for Matagalpa |
| | The sister dioceses of Gaylord and Matagalpa joyfully anticipate the celebration of a new bishop for the Diocese of Matagalpa in early ... |
| | Youth gather to “Jubilate, Communicate, Appreciate and Radiate Jesus!” |
| | The annual Diocesan Sr. High Youth Rally was held this past weekend at St. Mary Cathedral School in Gaylord. Approximately 220 people ... |
| | St. Vincent de Paul – Focusing on the Needs of the Community and Beyond |
| | For the past eight years, the Roscommon chapter of the St. Vincent de Paul Society has provided assistance to many low income families ... |
| | First Delegates from Matagalpa Visit Gaylord |
| | The Global Solidarity Partnership between the Diocese of Gaylord and the Diocese of Matagalpa took another step forward this September ... |
| | Father Francis J. Murphy honored on Mackinac Island |
| | On October 7, Father Frank Murphy of St. Ann Parish, Cadillac, was awarded the Fr. John B. Zwers Award at the MANS Administrators’ ... |
| | Safe Environment Programs Scheduled |
| | As part of the Diocese of Gaylord's commitment to the Protection of Children, all employees and volunteers who work with minors are ... |
| | Liturgical Ministries Workshops |
| | The Secretariat for Worship and Liturgical Formation, through the Center for Catholic Studies, is offering an opportunity for faith ... |
| | First Matagalpa Delegation Visits Diocese |
| | The Global Solidarity Partnership between the Diocese of Gaylord and the Diocese of Matagalpa took another step forward this September ... |
| | Diocesan Youth Journey to World Youth Day |
| | Pope Benedict XVI traveled to his home country of Germany in August, but he was not alone. Over one million youth from more than 200 ... |
| | Register for Catechist Day |
| | The Center for Catholic Studies has planned a “Catechist Day” for Saturday, September 10. This special day of formation and renewal is ... |
| | Come Meet Delegation from Matagalpa |
| | The Global Solidarity Partnership Committee is finalizing plans for the visit of Fr. Jesus Gomez Sanchez and Fr. Mangel Hernandez from ... |
| | Diocese Begins Broadcast of Televised Mass from St. Mary Cathedral |
| | The weekly Eucharistic Liturgy will be broadcast from St. Mary Cathedral in Gaylord. The Saturday 5:00 p.m. Mass will be taped, edited ... |
| | DCCW Day of Recognition |
| | Sunday, August 14 has been designated by Bishop Patrick R. Cooney as Diocesan Council of Catholic Women Day. The bishop has set aside ... |
| | Donald L. Libby Ordained to the Priesthood |
| | Donald Libby felt a calling “deep inside his heart.” He had been taught by his family that as human beings we need to search for God’s ... |
| | Matagalpa Partnership Continues to Move Forward |
| | The Global Solidarity Partnership Program, promoted by Catholic Relief Services, matches a diocese in the United States with a diocese ... |
| | Official Diocesan Appointments |
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The Most Reverend Patrick R. Cooney, Bishop of the Diocese of Gaylord, announces the following appointments, effective July 13, ... |
| | Summer Book Club Offerings |
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Two new selections are being offered this summer by the Diocesan Book Club: The Circle of Life and Prayer Without Borders: ... |
| | Christian Service Awards Announced |
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Twelve outstanding seniors have been selected to receive the Bishop=s Christian Service Award for 2005, the 13th anniversary of the ... |
| | CSA Supports Catholic Communication Campaign |
| | For more than 25 years, the Catholic Communication Campaign (CCC), in partnership with the diocesan communications office, has been ... |
| | DCCW hear about Global Solidarity Partnership and Fair Trade Coffee |
| | The delegates of the Diocesan Council of Catholic Women tasted gourmet quality Fair Trade Coffee from Central America at their annual ... |
| | Register now for CLI |
| | This year the Christian Leadership Institute (CLI) is scheduled for June 19-24 and will again be held at the Ralph A. MacMullen ... |
| | CSA includes new media materials |
| | The Catholic Services Appeal (CSA) is right around the corner, and to help parishes promote the event, the Office of Stewardship and ... |
| | Final Concert in Series... |
| | To celebrate the renovation of St. Mary Cathedral, a festival of music entitled, “Three Musical Sundays” has been taking place in ... |
| | Conclave to begin April 18 |
| | By John Thavis
Catholic News Service
VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- As a record number of mourners continued to file past Pope John Paul ... |
| | Pope's funeral scheduled for April 8 |
| | By Cindy Wooden
Catholic News Service
VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Pope John Paul II's funeral will be celebrated April 8 at 10 a.m. in ... |
| | Bishop to Host "Shrines of Italy" Tour |
| | This special tour is being offered by Passageways Travel and led by Bishop Patrick R. Cooney. Participants will visit many of the ... |
| | ABC to air "Come to the Water: The Adult Journey to Baptism" |
| | Atheists. Buddhists. Unchurched individuals. Some from Jewish backgrounds and others from Protestant traditions or blended families. A ... |
| | Audit finds near-total compliance with policies on sex abuse |
| | By Agostino Bono
Catholic News Service
WASHINGTON (CNS) -- An independent audit released Feb. 18 in Washington reported that 96 ... |
| | Catholic Relief Services Collection |
| | The American Bishops’ Overseas Appeal (ABOA) has a new name – The Catholic Relief Services (CRS) Collection. While the name is new, ... |
| | Celebrating the Special Vocation of Marriage |
| | World Marriage Day, which began in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on Valentine’s Day 1981 by proclamation of the governor of the state and ... |
| | Cross in the Woods Designated a National Shrine |
| | The Cross in the Woods Shrine in Indian River was recently named a national shrine by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops ... |
| | Catholic Schools Week |
| | Catholic Schools Week begins Sunday, January 30 and runs through Friday, February 4. Each year this special week is set aside to ... |
| | Financial Audit Results |
| | Each year the Diocese of Gaylord's financial accounts are audited by an independent firm. The current audit covered the 2004 fiscal ... |
| | Death of Fr. Sarosiek |
| | Father John H. Sarosiek died in Detroit on Thursday, January 6. He was 76 years of age.
Father John was born in Detroit on ... |
| | How to Help Tsunami Victims |
| | Parishes and parishioners within the Diocese of Gaylord have traditionally been noted as very generous to those in need. With the ... |
| | Anthony Cureton Ordained to the Priesthood |
| | On Saturday, December 18, Deacon Anthony Cureton was ordained to the priesthood for the Diocese of Gaylord by Bishop Patrick R. Cooney ... |
| | Bishop Shares Christmas Message |
| | Dear Brothers and Sisters in faith,
Once again we celebrate this wonderful feast of Christmas. We come to listen, read and reflect ... |
| | Diocese to Establish Ministry to Native Americans |
| | James Maddix, an Elder with the Sault Ste. Marie tribe of Chippewa Indians is, at the request of Bishop Patrick R. Cooney, looking for ... |
| | Contest to Promote Vocations Awareness |
| | National Vocation Awareness Week is being celebrated January 9-14, 2005. During this week, Catholics are invited to reflect on the ... |
| | Diocesan Financial Audit Results |
| | Each year the Diocese of Gaylord's financial accounts are audited by an independent firm. The current audit covered the 2004 fiscal ... |
| | Fall Catholic Book Club Selections |
| | Two new selections are being offered by the Diocesan Catholic Book Club. The Restless Heart: Finding Our Spiritual Home in Times of ... |
| | Bishop Cooney Addresses Catholic Political Responsibility |
| | Once again, our Nation is involved with preparations for the national elections. This is an important time for us who live in this ... |
| | Atlanta Plans for 25th Anniversary Celebration |
| | Jesus the Good Shepherd Parish in Atlanta will celebrate its 25th Anniversary on Sunday, October 17, 2004. The parish was founded ... |
| | World Mission Sunday – “So that all nations might hear the Gospel” |
| | On the weekend of October 23-24, Catholics around the globe will celebrate World Mission Sunday. That celebration will center on ... |
| | St. Bernard Parish Celebrate 140th Anniversary |
| | On October 9, 2004, St. Bernard of Clairvaux Parish in Alpena will mark its 140th Anniversary with a celebration beginning with Mass at ... |
| | 2004 Youth Rally |
| | The youth of the Diocese of Gaylord are preparing for one of the most spectacular rallies in recent history! Fr. Stan Fortuna, an ... |
| | Elmira Parish Marks 50 Years |
| | During the weekend of August 28-29, 2004, the people of St. Thomas Aquinas Parish in Elmira celebrated the 50th Anniversary of the ... |
| | Global Solidarity Partnership Group Continues Preparation for Trip to Nicaragua |
| | When the Diocesan Pastoral Assembly met in April 2001, a key concern was the issue of social justice. Following that gathering and the ... |
| | St. Mary Cathedral Makes Progress on Church & School Renovations |
| | Throughout this summer and into the winter months, St. Mary Cathedral and School are undergoing major renovations. Built in 1975, the ... |
| | Awards Picnic Honors Volunteers |
| | The Second Bishop Patrick R. Cooney Volunteer Service Awards Presentation and Family Picnic was held under gloriously sunny skies ... |
| | Diocese of Gaylord Celebrates Volunteer Service at Annual Picnic |
| | The Roman Catholic Diocese of Gaylord is sponsoring the “Bishop Patrick R. Cooney Volunteer Service Awards” which recognize outstanding ... |
| | Diocese Restructures to Nine Vicariates |
| | In an effort to pool resources, enhance programs for the faithful and better assist clergy and parish life coordinators, the diocese ... |
| | Two Permanent Deacons Ordained for Diocese of Gaylord |
| | In the fall of 2003, Bishop Patrick R. Cooney accepted ten men into pre-candidacy for permanent deacon. These men, all at various ... |
| | Fourteen Complete Spiritual Direction Program |
| | By Mary Dillon, PhD
Fourteen spiritual directors have completed the three-year ecumenical program offered by the Dominican Center at ... |
| | Don Wright Ordained to the Priesthood |
| | Bishop Patrick R. Cooney presided and many priests of the diocese concelebrated the ordination ceremony for Donald Wright at St. ... |
| | Bishop Cooney Reports on Ad Lmina Visit to Rome |
| | On Saturday, May 1, I left for Rome and returned on Sunday, May 9. My purpose in going was to fulfill my responsibilities as Bishop of ... |
| | Nominations Being Accepted for Volunteer Service Awards |
| | The diocese is again sponsoring the “Bishop Patrick R. Cooney Volunteer Service Awards” which recognize outstanding efforts by ... |
| | National Day of Prayer for Vocations |
| | On Sunday, May 2, the 41st World Day of Prayer for Vocations will be celebrated. Traditionally held on the Fourth Sunday of Easter, ... |
| | St. Mary Cathedral Plans Renovations |
| | St. Mary Cathedral, essentially unchanged since it was built in 1975, will be undergoing some major renovations throughout the upcoming ... |
| | Rachel’s Vineyard Post-Abortive Reconciliation and Healing Retreats for Men and Women |
| | By Beth Bauer, Director
Secretariat for Justice and Peace
Rachel’s Vineyard Ministry became part of our diocesan outreach in ... |
| | Diocese Reiterates "Protocols for Ministry To Minors" |
| | Since the 1990's, the Diocese of Gaylord has had guidelines in place for those individuals who work with children and youth. They ... |
| | CSA Kickoff Celebration/Volunteer Forum |
| | This year’s Catholic Services Appeal is right around the corner, and regional meetings have been scheduled for each of the six ... |
| | New Diocesan Program for Youth and Young Adults |
| | The Justice and Peace Institute (JPI) is a dynamic, interactive and challenging week offered to high school juniors and seniors who are ... |
| | Special Event for Mothers and Daughters |
| | The Secretariat for Marriage Enrichment is offering “An Evening Together for Mothers and Daughters” at three locations throughout the ... |
| | "People's Override" Signature Campaign to End Arpil 5 |
| | Just two months after launching The People’s Override, a petition drive to outlaw partial-birth abortion, Right to Life of Michigan ... |
| | Global Solidarity Partnership established between dioceses of Gaylord and Matagalpa |
| | The Diocese of Gaylord has joined in solidarity partnership with the Diocese of Matagalpa, Nicaragua.
In August 2002, interested ... |
| | Diocese responds to abuse reports |
| | “I was really surprised. I was amazed at the extent of the actual abuse both in terms of the number of priests who were involved and ... |
| | Lenten Regulations |
| | Canon 1249: All members of the Christian faithful in their own way are bound to do penance in virtue of divine law, in order that all ... |
| | Operation Rice Bowl Begins Ash Wednesday |
| | On Wednesday, February 25, Lent 2004 begins – a time of reflection, fasting and prayer. Catholics throughout the world, through their ... |
| | Bishop Cooney Elected to CRS Board of Directors |
| | “Catholic Relief Services (CRS) was founded in 1943 by the Catholic Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and disadvantaged ... |
| | Workshops for Clergy and Parish Leadership on G.I.R.M. To Be Held |
| | From time to time, revisions are made to the Roman Missal, and an English translation of the General Instruction of the Roman Missal ... |
| | Two receive Institution of Reader |
| | In the fall of 2003, as he accepted ten men into pre-candidacy, Bishop Patrick R. Cooney announced a formation program for laymen ... |
| | Report Details Compliance with National Charter |
| | Today the National Review Board released the “Report on the Implementation of the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young ... |
| | Seventh Session of Icon Writing Will Be Offered |
| | Since 1998, Icon writing has been part of the summer schedule at the Augustine Center in Conway. These workshop/retreats were ... |
| | Saying "Thank You" to Religious Who have Served in Our Diocese |
| | Each year at this time, Catholics throughout the United States are asked to help defray the health care and other unfunded retirement ... |
| | Campaign for Human Development |
| | The Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD) is the Catholic Church’s domestic anti-poverty agency. It is the largest provider ... |
| | Ministering to Young Adults |
| | We have often heard it expressed that “we are losing our young people in the church. And, “how can we keep them?” These concerns are ... |
| | Diocesan Finance Council Oversees Fiscal Integrity of the Diocese |
| | In every Catholic diocese, a Diocesan Finance Council is established which consists of members of the faithful that act not only in an ... |
| | Liturgical Ministry Workshops Held Throughout the Diocese |
| | During the last week of September, the Secretariat for Worship and Liturgical Formation offered workshops for liturgical ministers at ... |
| | “Healing a Broken World” - World Mission Sunday 2003 |
| | "Healing a Broken World" is the theme for World Mission Sunday, which Catholics worldwide will celebrate on October 19. They ... |
| | More Stewardship Conference Speakers |
| | Continuing the introductions of last week, the following presenters will be on hand to offer workshops on Friday, November 7 during the ... |
| | CHS Names New Regional Administrator |
| | Nancy L. Morgridge of Gaylord has been promoted to the role of Central Region Administrator for Catholic Human Services, Inc., ... |
| | A Moment in History for the Diocese |
| | “After thirty-two years, the Diocese of Gaylord has introduced a formation program for laymen called to be permanent deacons.” This ... |
| | Sr. High Youth Rally |
| | The Senior High Youth Rally will take place on Saturday, November 1, at the Diocesan Pastoral Center in Gaylord.
The day long event ... |
| | Stewardship Conference Brings Notable Speakers to Gaylord |
| | Over the next several weeks, we will highlight the distinguished individuals who will be making presentations on Friday, November 7 at ... |
| | Diocese to Offer Stewardship Conference |
| | For the past eleven years, the Diocese of Gaylord has sponsored a Diocesan Conference in the Fall. This year, in response to requests ... |
| | Youth Participate in Local Mission Experience |
| | For one week this past summer, Emilie Sweet of St. Bernard Parish, Alpena, Brett Thatcher of St. John the Baptist Parish, Alpena and ... |
| | Catechetical Sunday: Celebrating the “Sowers of God’s Peace” |
| | A woman once dreamed that she was in a shop, browsing, looking along the shelves, when she suddenly realized that the assistant behind ... |
| | Diocese Proceeds with Plans to Ensure Safe Environment for Children |
| | In an effort to keep the faithful of the diocese informed of the ongoing progress being made to ensure the safety, well being and ... |
| | Diocese Announces Sale of Original Office Property |
| | Bishop Patrick R. Cooney and Michael Steffel, Director for the Secretariat for Administrative Services, have announced the sale of the ... |
| | Diocese to Conduct Safe Environment Programs, Background Checks |
| | The Diocese of Gaylord is continuing efforts to implement the U.S. Bishops Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People. ... |
| | Celebrating Marriages of 50 Years or More |
| | For this reason a man shall leave his father and his mother and be joined to his wife and the two shall be become one flesh. ... |
| | The gift of an “appointed time” for Catholic schools |
| | By Fr. Daniel Gallagher, Director
Secretariat for Faith Formation of Children and Youth
“There is an appointed time for ... |
| | Regarding the Shortage of Priests |
| | By Bishop Patrick R. Cooney
During the last several years, the fact that there is a significant shortage of Catholic priests in the ... |
| | Catholic Human Services-Eastern Wins State Grant |
| | Catholic Human Services-Eastern (CHSE) is the recipient of a State Incentive Grant Award in the amount of $139,000 annually for a ... |
| | Hale Council Knights Receive State Church Service Award |
| | At this year’s state convention on Mackinac Island, the Knights of Columbus, the K of C State Council recognized Our Lady of Mt. Carmel ... |
| | Awards Presented |
| | The Inaugural Bishop Patrick R. Cooney Volunteer Service Awards Presentation and Family Picnic was held under gloriously sunny skies ... |
| | Tickets Now Available for Celebration |
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| | Process underway to selection new Diocesan Pastoral Council |
| | The Catholic Church has always taught that at the time of our initiation each and every one of us received the Gifts of the Holy ... |
| | Janowski to be ordained to the priesthood |
| | On Saturday, June 14, in a Eucharistic celebration with friends, family and the faithful of the Diocese of Gaylord in attendance, ... |
| | Young Adult Conference Scheduled |
| | Young adults are not the future of the church! They are the church of today, yet frequently absent in our assemblies. And, those who ... |
| | Volunteer Service Awards & Picnic |
| | The Diocese of Gaylord is proud to introduce the “Bishop Patrick R. Cooney Volunteer Service Awards” which recognize outstanding effort ... |
| | Local Pastoral Administrators Share Leadership Role for Midwest Conference |
| | By Sr. Celine Goessl, SCSC
Pastoral Administrator
St. Luke the Evangelist Parish, Bellaire
Using the Scripture events following ... |
| | Eucharist: Sacrifice, Meal, Mystery and Call to Ministry |
| | Christ loved his own when he was in the world, and through the Eucharist continues to show his love for us each time we “Do this in ... |
| | Diocesan Catholic Women Hold Convention in Gaylord |
| | “Come Live in the Light” was the theme of the 31st annual convention of the Diocesan Council of Catholic Women held Wednesday, May 7, ... |
| | A Harvest of Forgiveness and Love in Rachel’s Vineyard |
| | By Beth Bauer
When we tend the fields of personal growth in life we apply the same elements as when gardening or farming. Nurturing ... |
| | Diocese releases revised policies |
| | The Diocese of Gaylord has released revised policies for sexual misconduct and sexual harassment following an extensive review by a ... |
| | Policy on Sexual Harassment and Working Environment |
| | Effective March 1, 2003
A. Preamble
It is the policy of the Diocese of Gaylord to make a sincere and reasonable effort to ... |
| | Diocese of Gaylord Policy for the Protection of Children |
| | Effective March 1, 2003
A. Preamble
The Diocese of Gaylord has a zero tolerance for child sexual abuse. Any form of sexual ... |
| | Collection for Latin America Helps Build One Church in One America |
| | The annual Collection for the Church in Latin America will be taken up in most dioceses in the United States the weekend of January ... |
| | Diocese Offers NEW LOVE/NEW LIFE -- A Program for Couples Planning Remarriage |
| | A marriage in our American culture is in need of all the help and support it can receive. A remarriage has special concerns of its ... |
| | Week of Prayer for Christian Unity - January 18 through January 25 |
| | Each year at this time, the worldwide observance of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity takes place. This practice was begun in the ... |
| | Rachel’s Vineyard Weekend Planned |
| | The nationally recognized Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat program for post-abortive women and men will be offered in the Diocese of Gaylord ... |
| | National vocational awareness week |
| | By Fr. Joe Blasko, Delegate for Vocations
Jan. 12-17 is National Vocational Awareness Week! Of all years, this year's ... |
| | Annual Advent Youth Retreat |
| | By Pattie Rioux, DRE and youth minister, Holy Family Parish, East Tawas
How do others see me? How do I see myself? How does ... |
| | Bishop Cooney Appoints Robynn James as Financial Development Coordinator |
| | Bishop Patrick R. Cooney has announced the hiring of Mrs. Robynn James as the new Financial Development Coordinator. She will serve ... |
| | Religious Retirement Collection Set for December 7-8 |
| | “Promise, Commitment, Impact,” is the theme of the 15th annual national collection for the Retirement Fund for Religious, which will be ... |
| | Reflection Booklets for Advent Published |
| | For the past several years, the Secretariat for Worship and Liturgical Formation has published a personal journal, a Scripture aid to ... |
| | Revised Charter for the Protection of Children and Essential Norms are Available on the Web |
| | The revised "Charter for the Protection of Children & Young People" and the "Essential Norms" for diocesan policies in dealing with ... |
| | Catholic Campaign for Human Development |
| | The numbers are staggering: more than 34 million Americans live in poverty, including more than 12 million children. The Catholic ... |
| | Youth Challenged to “Realize the Reality” |
| | Over 250 youth gathered in Gaylord for the annual Senior High Youth Rally. The theme for the day was “Realize the Reality” and through ... |
| | A Letter from Bishop Cooney on the Upcoming Election |
| | Once again we are at election time. We are very fortunate to live in the dominant country of the world and at the same time to be able ... |
| | Official Diocesan Appointments |
| | The Most Reverend Patrick R. Cooney, Bishop of the Diocese of Gaylord announces the following parish appointments:
Effective ... |
| | Two Gaylord Residents Complete Internet Studies |
| | Judy Abeel and Ed Sandri, both of St. Mary Cathedral Parish, were congratulated by Sr. Barbara Matievich, Director of the Secretariat ... |
| | “Witnesses to the Ends of the Earth” - World Mission Sunday |
| | This weekend, October 19-20, Catholics worldwide will celebrate World Mission Sunday. Since 1926, this day has been an occasion which ... |
| | Knights of Columbus Host Vocations Night |
| | Councils of District 31 Grand Knights of Columbus hosted their annual Vocations Night this month at Holy Family Parish in Klacking ... |
| | Development Coordinator Sought |
| | The Roman Catholic Diocese of Gaylord is seeking a qualified Financial Development Coordinator to oversee...
- parish stewardship ... |
| | “Justice” Theme of 11th Annual Conference |
| | “Living Justly in a Contemporary World” is the theme of the 11th Annual Diocesan Conference being held at the Pastoral Center in ... |
| | Five Gaylord Parishes Join YNIA |
| | By Brother Mike Whitman
Coordinator of Youth Ministry
St. Joseph Parish, West Branch
I always hate when someone uses the ... |
| | Iosco County Habitat Gets Help from Illinois Youth |
| | Since 1976, Habitat for Humanity, an international, nondenominational Christian organization, has built more than 100,000 homes for ... |
| | Janowski Ordained Deacon |
| | On Sunday, July 21, Michael Janowski was ordained as a transitional deacon for the Diocese of Gaylord by Bishop Patrick R. Cooney ... |
| | National NFP Week - July 21 - 27, 2002 |
| | What is NFP? Natural Family Planning (NFP) is an umbrella term for certain methods used to achieve and avoid pregnancies. These ... |
| | Diocesan Pastoral Council Minutes - July 12, 2002 |
| | The fifteen member Diocesan Pastoral Council has set an ambitious agenda for its fifth and final year. The Council, which consists of ... |
| | Retrouvaille: Helping to rebuild marriages |
| | In a culture where over fifty percent of marriages fail, it often seems that divorce is the easy solution when a marriage hits a snag. ... |
| | Community and Worship Highlight CLI 2002 |
| | Sixty-two teenagers gathered at the MacMullan Center in Roscommon June 23-28 for another successful week of leadership training, ... |
| | Statement of Bishop Cooney on the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People |
| | On Friday, June 15, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops approved the "Charter for the Protection of Children and Young ... |
| | C.S.A. supports Peter’s Pence |
| | The Peter’s Pence Collection to aid the charitable works of our Holy Father Pope John Paul II will be taken up in most dioceses in the ... |
| | Thomas Patrick Maher Ordained to the Priesthood |
| | At a solemn Mass to be held at St. Mary Cathedral, Gaylord, on Saturday, June 8, Patrick R. Cooney, Bishop of the Diocese of Gaylord, ... |
| | Diocese reviews files; shares information with prosecutors |
| | Today the Diocese of Gaylord announced it has completed a review of its files of priests who have served the diocese since it was ... |
| | Diocesan Book Club Summer Offerings |
| | Two new selections are being offered this summer by the Diocesan Book Club. "I Like Being Catholic: Treasured Traditions, Rituals ... |
| | Diocese Collaborates with University of Dayton to Offer Programming |
| | Appreciating the fact that people are very busy and can’t always come to Gaylord to take advantage of seminars and programs, the ... |
| | Bishop Appoints Commission |
| | Bishop Patrick R. Cooney announces the appointment of a special commission to review policies of the Diocese of Gaylord. Four specific ... |
| | DCCW Province Convention Held in Gaylord |
| | Amid the glorious vistas surrounding the Treetops Convention Center in Gaylord, the Detroit Province Council of Catholic Women held a ... |
| | U.S. skater not shy about showing devotion to his faith |
| | By Jesuit Father Matthew Gamber Catholic News Service SALT LAKE CITY (CNS) -- While the Olympic focus was on the controversy ... |
| | Cathedral to Host Evening of Prayer |
| | St. Mary Cathedral will offer a special Lenten evening of prayer in the Taize tradition on Sunday, March 3, 2002 at 7:00 p.m. This ... |
| | ParentHeart, Homemade Holiness Seminars planned in diocese |
| | Seminars are being offered in the diocese to help parents, grandparents, teachers, and child care givers in their ominous ... |
| | You are invited |
| | Bishop Patrick R. Cooney cordially invites all the faithful of the Diocese of Gaylord to attend one of six Regional Meetings of the ... |
| | Operation Rice Bowl |
| | During the forty days of Lent, Catholics throughout the world pray, fast, and give, both financially and of themselves, to the less ... |
| | Collection to Aid the Church in Central and Eastern Europe |
| | American Catholics will again respond to the challenge of rebuilding the Church in Central and Eastern Europe, when the annual ... |
| | Preparing for Lent: Lenten Regulations |
| | Canon 1249: All members of the Christian faithful in their own way are bound to do penance in virtue of divine law, in order that all ... |
| | “Casual Day” Benefits Local Charities |
| | A little over a year ago, the staff at the Diocese of Gaylord instituted “Casual Friday,” when anyone who wishes can “dress down” for ... |
| | Official Diocesan Appointment |
| | The Most Reverend Patrick R. Cooney, Bishop of the Diocese of Gaylord, announces the appointment of Rev. Garth L. Hilmer to serve as ... |
| | Collection for Latin America: “Building One Church in One America” |
| | Building One Church in One America is a central goal of the Catholic Bishops of the United States through their annual collection for ... |
| | Traverse City Area "Mothers in Christ" Share and Learn Together |
| | In the winter of 1997-98, Susan McManus, mother of two young children, was looking for a way to get together with other moms in the ... |
| | Collection for Latin America: “Building One Church in One America” |
| | Building One Church in One America is a central goal of the Catholic Bishops of the United States through their annual collection for ... |
| | National Vocations Awareness Week |
| | The feast of the Baptism of the Lord celebrates a turning point in the life of Jesus. By this event, Jesus accepts his mission as the ... |
| | Annual Seminarian Gathering Closes Out 2001 |
| | Thirty-one participants including Bishop Patrick R. Cooney, ten priests and three current seminarians attended the annual Christmas ... |
| | National Day of Prayer for Peace - January 1, 2002 |
| | In response to the tragedies of September 11, 2001, the U.S. bishops designated January 1, 2002, as a National Day of Prayer for Peace ... |
| | Collection for Older Religious - "Share in the Care" |
| | The 14th annual Retirement Fund for Religious, the collection for retired sisters, brothers and order priests, is slated for the ... |
| | Personal Journals for the Advent Season |
| | A booklet of daily Scripture reflections for the Advent season has been produced and mailed to Catholic households in the diocese. ... |
| | Personal Journals for the Advent Season |
| | A booklet of daily Scripture reflections for the Advent season has been produced and mailed to Catholic households in the diocese. ... |
| | Diocese Launches "Catholic Book Club" |
| | The Diocese of Gaylord, through the Secretariat for Faith Formation of Adults and in conjunction with Random House Publishers, is proud ... |
| | Willy Wonka comes to Gaylord |
| | The Cathedral Players from from St. Mary Cathedral High School will open their 27th season with Roald Dahl's delightful fantasy of ... |
| | Senior Enrichment Days Celebrate Family Caregiving |
| | Catholic Human Services and the Agency on Aging, Region 9 of the Northeast Michigan Community Service Agency (NEMCSA) are co-sponsoring ... |
| | Conference on Spirituality Well Received |
| | Nearly 250 Catholics from northern Michigan as well as from several neighboring dioceses attended the 10th Annual Diocesan Conference ... |
| | Bauer to Head Justice and Peace Office |
| | Bishop Patrick R. Cooney announces the hiring of Mrs. Beth Bauer as the Director of the Secretariat for Justice and Peace. Mrs. Bauer ... |
| | Prayer Services planned in response to President's call to National Day of Prayer |
| | The following parishes have notified the Diocese of prayer service being held. Others may be planned. Be sure to contact your local ... |
| | Web site offers aids for dealing with national tragedy |
| | The U.S. Bishops have added a page to their website to assist in dealing with the events of September 11, including information on ... |
| | Web site offers aids for dealing with national tragedy |
| | The U.S. Bishops have added a page to their website to assist in dealing with the events of September 11, including information on ... |
| | Bishop Cooney shares sorrow |
| | Patrick R. Cooney, Bishop of the Diocese of Gaylord was on a plane enroute to Haiti as the tragic events of this morning were taking ... |
| | Cathedral to host prayer service |
| | As a people of faith, we are called to strengthen and support one another in times of great distress and to take refuge in our Lord. ... |
| | Registration Deadline Nears for Diocesan Conference |
| | Anticipation is building for the 10th Annual Diocesan Conference scheduled to take place October 5-6 at the Pastoral Center in Gaylord. ... |
| | Runner from Michigan Ending His Journey at Mackinac Bridge on Labor Day |
| | Last March, we told the story of P.J. Tannian of Grosse Pointe Park, Michigan, who is running from Key West, Florida to the Mackinac ... |
| | Diocese Hires New Director of Adult Faith Formation |
| | Bishop Patrick R. Cooney happily announces the hiring of Sister Barbara A. Matievich, O.P. (Adrian) as the new Director of the ... |
| | Maher Ordained Deacon |
| | On Saturday, August 4, T. Patrick Maher was ordained as a transitional deacon for the Diocese of Gaylord by Bishop Patrick R. Cooney ... |
| | Priests Selected for Presbyteral Council |
| | Bishop Patrick R. Cooney has announced the appointment of twelve priests to serve on the Presbyteral Council. This Council is the body ... |
| | Bishops' President Urges Congress Not to Fund Embryonic Stem Cell Research |
| | The President of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops has urged Congress not to fund embryonic stem cell research. ... |
| | Youth spend week developing leadership skills |
| | Fifty-seven students and fifteen advisors attended the Christian Leader Institute (CLI) 2001 at the Ralph A. MacMullan Conference ... |
| | Diocese mourns death of Sr. Nancy Ribble |
| | "One thing I ask of the Lord; this I seek; to dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life." (Psalm 27:4) This favorite ... |
| | New Format Planned Diocesan Conference |
| | Anticipation is building for the 10th Annual Diocesan Conference scheduled to take place October 5-6 at the Pastoral Center in Gaylord. ... |
| | Bishops Merge Organizations |
| | When the Bishops merged their two national organizations into the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) on July 1, 2001, ... |
| | Lay Ministers Sent Forth |
| | At a special Liturgy and Sending Forth Ceremony held on Sunday, June 24, nineteen lay ministers were commissioned and sent forth by ... |
| | Official Diocesan Appointments |
| | The Most Reverend Patrick R. Cooney, Bishop of the Diocese of Gaylord announces the following appointments: Effective July ... |
| | Bishop's Christian Service Awards Announced |
| | Twelve outstanding seniors have been selected to receive the Bishop's Christian Service Award for 2001. Two students were chosen from ... |
| | Two new priests ordained |
| | On Saturday, June 9, Patrick R. Cooney, Bishop of the Diocese of Gaylord, celebrated the Rite of Ordination to the Priesthood for Artur ... |
| | Pastoral Assembly Convened in Gaylord |
| | The third Diocesan Pastoral Assembly has completed its work, and it is now time for the people of the Diocese of Gaylord to follow ... |
| | Organ Recipient Spreads the Word about Donor Registry |
| | It has been five years since the Catholic Weekly ran a story on Jerry Coger, who received a new heart and liver at the Mayo Clinic in ... |
| | Bishop Cooney's Easter Message |
| | This is Easter 2001. Therefore, I wish all of you God's choicest blessing during this time when the Christian world celebrates the ... |
| | Tawas City church and property sold |
| | Tawas City - In a joint statement issued today the Diocese of Gaylord announced that approximately three acres of land and associated ... |
| | Assembly Process Continues |
| | Preparations for the Diocesan Pastoral Assembly, the third for the diocese, began last fall with the people of the eighty-two parishes ... |
| | Bishop Issues New Pastoral Letter |
| | The Sequence for the Celebration of the Sacraments of Initiation of Children in the Diocese of Gaylord The Fathers of the ... |
| | ABC to broadcast "Church Without Borders" |
| | Local ABC affiliate TV 29 & 8 will air a new hour-long documentary on Inter-American missionaries on Sunday, January 14 at 12:30 p.m. ... |
| | Diaconate Ordinations |
| | Bishop Patrick R. Cooney extends an invitation to all the faithful of the diocese to attend two upcoming Ordinations. Artur Duchnowicz ... |
| | Caring for One Another: A Health Care Ministry |
| | The parishes of St. James in Houghton Lake and St. Hubert in Higgins Lake are reaching out to their respective communities through a ... |
| | Access to quality education necessary for all children |
| | We, the citizens of Michigan, will have the opportunity to vote this November on ballot Proposal 1 which is a proposal to amend the ... |
| | Bishop Urges Faithful to Prepare for Election |
| | Is it just a chance or is it a providential happening? Each Sunday between September 3rd and October 1st the very brief, little-known ... |
| | "Dead Man Walking" author visits Gaylord |
| | Sister Helen Prejean, author of the book "Dead Man Walking" and three-time nominee for the Nobel Peace Prize appeared in Gaylord to ... |
| | Diocese of Gaylord Wins Proclaim Award |
| | In his annual World Communications Day message, Pope John Paul II said that the impact of the media in today's world "can hardly be ... |
| | Sr. Helen Prejean to Speak in Gaylord |
| | Sr. Helen Prejean, author of "Dead Man Walking: An Eyewitness Account of the Death Penalty in the U.S." is scheduled to speak in ... |
| | Diocesan Conference Shares the Challenge of the Eucharist |
| | Gaylord -- The ninth annual Gaylord Diocesan Conference will be held Saturday, October 7 at the new Diocesan Pastoral Center in ... |
| | Diocese to Dedicate New Pastoral Center |
| | Following nearly a year of construction, the Diocese of Gaylord will officially dedicate its new Pastoral Center on Sunday, August 20. ... |
| | Preparations in Process for Assembly |
| | Preparations are presently in process for the Diocesan Pastoral Assembly, which will take place on Friday, April 27, 2001. The one-day ... |
| | We're Moving! |
| | After nearly a year of construction, Diocesan staff have begun the move to our new building located on North Street in Gaylord, just ... |
| | Bishop Cooney released from hospital |
| | Gaylord Bishop Patrick R. Cooney was released from the hospital Monday following surgery for prostate cancer. "Everything went very ... |
| | Surgery update |
| | We have received word that Bishop Cooney is in recovery following surgery this morning for prostate cancer. His doctor reports all ... |
| | Cooney to have surgery |
| | Bishop Patrick R. Cooney is scheduled to undergo surgery for prostate cancer June 23 diocesan officials announced Wednesday. The ... |
| | Ecumenical Covenant Signing Held at St. Mary Cathedral |
| | On Sunday, June 18, approximately four-hundred people gathered in St. Mary Cathedral in Gaylord to celebrate, witness and become part ... |
| | Historic Covenant signing to be held June 18 |
| | For the past few years the Diocese of Gaylord has been working toward a special relationship with the Lutheran Synod (ELCA) and the two ... |
| | Hilmer to be ordained |
| | Deacon Garth Leo Hilmer, a native of Waterloo, Iowa, will be ordained to the priesthood for the Diocese of Gaylord at 11:00 a.m. on ... |
| | Transfer of Ascension to Seventh Sunday of Easter |
| | On November 16, 1998, the National Conference of Catholic Bishops voted to allow the bishops of each ecclesiastical province to ... |
| | Jubilee Pilgrimage sites announced |
| | The Jubilee year 2000 has been called by Pope John Paul II in the hopes of a "new springtime of Christian life" (Tertio Millennio ... |
| | Bishop Cooney Announces Appointments |
| | Effective June 14, 2000 Rev. Duane Wachowiak released as Associate Pastor at St. Mary-St. Charles, ... |
| | Father Fred Foundation Has a New Leader |
| | The Rev. Edwin A. Thome, founding pastor of Christ the King church in Acme, took over as spiritual director of the Father Fred ... |
| | Happy birthday: As he turns 80, pope has one of his busiest years |
| | By John Thavis VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Pope John Paul II turns 80 in mid-May, an age that brings mandatory retirement at most Vatican ... |
| | At Jubilee for Workers, pope urges globalization of solidarity |
| | By Benedicta Cipolla ROME (CNS) -- Celebrating one of the biggest events of Holy Year 2000, Pope John Paul II appealed for a ... |
| | Jubilee CSA Weekend: May 6 & 7 |
| | Twenty-nine years ago, the Catholic Services Appeal (CSA) was established in the Diocese of Gaylord to help address a vast array of ... |
| | Witness to the Holocaust sees healing journey reach culmination |
| | JERUSALEM (CNS) -- Pope John Paul II came to the Holy Land to revisit the roots of the Christian faith, but he made an equally intense ... |
| | Construction of new Diocesan Pastoral Center continues on schedule |
| | As spring begins to unfold in northern lower Michigan, the Diocese of Gaylord is looking toward completion of the new Pastoral Center. ... |
| | At Sea of Galilee, pope walks in the shoes of the fisherman |
| | TABGHA, Israel (CNS) -- For more than 21 years Pope John Paul II has filled the shoes of the fisherman as the 264th successor of St. ... |
| | Mea culpa, tua culpa: Vatican hopes others inspired by apologies |
| | VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- When it comes to saying, ``We're sorry,'' Pope John Paul II has always been ahead of the curve. Well before the ... |
| | Lenten Journal Sent to Catholic Households |
| | Lent Begins, a personal journal for Scripture reflection, was mailed to 30,000 Catholic households throughout the diocese this ... |
| | Visit Our Photo Gallery |
| | Did you know our website contains a Photo Gallery of Recent Events? This section contains photos and a brief decription of happenings ... |
| | Pope opens door to new entrance of Vatican Museums |
| | VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- After opening the Holy Doors of Rome's four major basilicas, Pope John Paul II opened his fifth door of the ... |
| | Cardinal says pro-life cause strengthening American freedom |
| | WASHINGTON (CNS) -- On the eve of the annual March for Life, Cardinal William H. Keeler of Baltimore told a crowd of pro-life Catholics ... |
| | U.S. Bishops welcome Jubilee Year with ad campaign on God's love |
| | WASHINGTON-- The U.S. bishops opened the Jubilee Year 2000 with an ad campaign that highlights people's power for good when they ... |
| | Diocese mourns death of "Fr. Fred" |
| | Traverse City -- Father Edwin J. Frederick died Tuesday, January 4, 2000 surrounded by those who loved him. He was 74 and had been ... |
| | Fulfilling dream, pope opens Great Jubilee of the Year 2000 |
| | By John Thavis Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Fulfilling his dream to lead the church into Christianity's third ... |
| | Diocese releases These Very Stones Cry Out |
| | Just in time for holiday gift-giving, the Diocese of Gaylord has released a book of stories on the history of the diocese. "It's a ... |
| | Work Continues on New Pastoral Center |
| | In preparation and celebration of the new millennium, Pope John Paul II calls for Catholics to "Open Wide the Doors of Christ." The ... |
| | Pope calls Catholic-Lutheran agreement milestone on journey |
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By Cindy Wooden VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- The Catholic-Lutheran agreement on justification is ``a milestone along the not easy road of ... |
| | St. Francis Named to Top 50 Catholic High Schools in U.S. |
| | On Monday, October 25, during a special visit to St. Francis High School in Travers City, Bishop Bernard A. Hebda announced to the ... |
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