One of my favorite newly-discovered places in our diocese is Natural Bridge State Park in Sauk County. I often take visitors there because of the beautiful drive, the opportunity to take a short hike in the woods, and to explore the wonder of the natural bridge carved from centuries of wind and rain.
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Priest appointment (7-31-2021)
Msgr. James Bartylla, […]
Active summer in the Diocese of Madison
We can so easily focus on the bad news, all the things wrong in the world, the difficulties in our country and Church, and yet, so much good is happening right now.
Letter from Bishop Hying on Pope Francis’ apostolic letter
May you know the love and peace of the Lord! The center of our Catholic Faith is the Most Holy Eucharist, the source and summit of our life in Christ. In the Mass, we hear God’s Word, share in the paschal sacrifice of the Son to the Father, and receive the Sacred Body of Christ. The Eucharist both forms and feeds the Church.
Knowing what the Church teaches and why
I do not need to tell you about the conflict and confusion that reign in our world, country, and Church. Every day, we see evidence of it.
A 4th of July reflection
When Thomas Jefferson […]
The importance of fathers
As Father’s Day approaches in this year of St. Joseph, we have a timely moment to thank and pray for our fathers, the men who helped give us both physical and spiritual life.
Moving on after COVID
During a conversation I had with a parishioner last week, a wonderfully dedicated medical doctor, husband, and father, he complimented the diocese on how we handled the whole challenge of COVID.
Reflecting on Trinity Sunday
At first glance, it may seem strange that the Church has a special solemnity in honor of the Most Blessed Trinity.
A variety of moments in the Church
This past Sunday, I celebrated the final 7 p.m. Mass at St. Aloysius Church in West Allis. The parish is closing and the property is being sold, a necessary but painful decision, given the dwindling number of active parishioners, the need for many physical repairs, and the lack of resources.