| | 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 ... |
| | 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 ... |
| | 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 ... |
| | Celebrate Catholic Schools |
| | By Michael Buell
Superintendent of Grand Traverse Area Catholic Schools and Chair of the Diocese of Gaylord Schools ... |
| | 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 ... |
| | 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, ... |
| | 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 ... |
| | 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 ... |
| | 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 ... |
| | Congregation for Catholic Education Publishes Instruction |
| | Near the end of 2005, the Congregation for Catholic Education officially released the "Instruction concerning Criteria for 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 ... |
| | 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 ... |
| | 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 ... |
| | 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 ... |
| | 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 |
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