On an otherwise warm and sunny day, Our Lady Queen of Peace Church in Madison was decorated in mournful black. Held five days after his death, more than 500 people prayed virtually and in-person at the church for the peaceful repose of Pope Francis.
Month: April 2025
Praying for Pope Francis
After his death on April 21, we pray for Pope Francis, that he may rest in the eternal light of the risen Lord, whom he proclaimed throughout his life of priestly service, and especially in his ministry as the successor of St. Peter for 12 years.
Practicing law is more than a career
“We both decided in law school we wouldn’t do any divorce work; we never took the classes,” said Susanna Herro about her and her husband’s career in law.
Chrism Mass celebrated in diocese
Bishop Donald J. Hying of Madison celebrated the Chrism Mass at St. Maria Goretti Church in Madison, part of Divine Mercy Pastorate, the morning of Holy Thursday, April 17.
What it means to be ‘blessed’
I have a sign in my home that reads “Blessed”. I am sure I am not alone. Many of us have this word on a sign somewhere reminding us of how God has blessed us in our lives.
Rezando por el Papa Francisco
Tras su fallecimiento el 21 de abril, oramos por el Papa Francisco, para que descanse en la luz eterna del Señor Resucitado, a quien proclamó a lo largo de su vida sacerdotal, y especialmente en su ministerio como sucesor de San Pedro por 12 años.
What Doubting Thomas can teach us about discipleship
In the Gospel of Mark, we hear that Jesus “went up the mountain and summoned those whom He wanted and they came to Him. He appointed 12 [whom He also named apostles] that they might be with Him and He might send them forth to preach and to have authority to drive out demons” (Mk 3:13-15).
Do your best while aspiring to holiness
When I was newly married, I remember hearing of a kitchen appliance called a salad spinner. Having used a plain old colander all my life, I was intrigued to learn the benefits of this little appliance that dried your lettuce so well that the salad dressing would stick.
A perfect Church for imperfect people
Well, Happy Easter, everyone. There are a lot of things I could write about this week. I guess I can’t really ignore the top topic on the Catholic Church — Pope Francis has died and soon we will have a new pope.
Sr. Mary Catherine St. Martin, OP, dies
Sr. Mary Catherine St. Martin, OP, died April 19, 2025, at St. Dominic Villa, Hazel Green, Wis. Her Remembering Service and Funeral Mass will take place at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, May 8, at St. Dominic Villa. Miller Funeral Home is handling arrangements.