The Feast of the Immaculate Conception on December 8, 2016, took on a special meaning for two men, as they were ordained to the priesthood.
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Monthly Rosary at Blessed Sacrament Parish in Madison
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Human Rights Day celebration in Madison
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St. James School students honor veterans
MADISON — The son of a Marine Corps veteran gave up birthday presents in exchange for money to give to St. James Catholic School teacher Mrs. Chris Eshun so she could attend her youngest son’s graduation from basic training in San Diego in December.
Mrs. Eshun, who has been teaching at St. James since 1985, received the gift at an all-school assembly on the Marine Corps’ birthday November 10.
Footville and Evansville parishes promote Year of Mercy
FOOTVILLE — St. Augustine Parish in Footville and St. Paul Parish in Evansville joined efforts to promote Pope Francis’ “Year of Mercy.”
Throughout the year, both parishes have undertaken various charitable works and promoted evangelization, educational, and spiritual outreaches to inspire everyone to live their faith and to act on the Corporal Works of Mercy.
Apostolate presents annual Advent/Christmas party in Monroe
More than 500 guests recently got to enjoy a yearly seasonal tradition.
December 3 marked the annual Advent/Christmas Party put on by the Diocese of Madison Apostolate to the Handicapped (soon to be known as the Apostolate for Persons with Disabilities) at Monroe High School in Monroe.
Marriage prep: ‘It’s really important’
MADISON — Married couples, the Diocese of Madison needs your help.
If you want to share the blessings of your marriage or are looking for a way to help strengthen the marriages of couples just starting out, think about and pray about joining the Diocese of Madison Marriage Preparation Team.
Warming Center for Homeless seeks volunteers
MADISON — Catholic Charities Madison is partnering with Bethel Lutheran Church to operate the Warming Center for the Homeless in downtown Madison this winter.
The center is open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Catholic Charities has committed to working at the center on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, said Derrick L. Smith, director of strategic planning and special projects for Catholic Charities. Bethel Lutheran is covering Tuesdays and Thursdays.
St. Peter School commemorative DVD available
ASHTON — Back in June, St. Peter Catholic School in Ashton celebrated its 150th anniversary with a reunion that drew more than 400 former and current students, parishioners, and staff. A commemorative DVD highlighting the anniversary celebration and the history of the school is now available.