MADISON — Fr. J. Daryl Furlong, a pastor emeritus of the Diocese of Madison who died on March 17, was remembered for his pioneering work in the area of family ministry.
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Shakespeare recalls experiences as U.S. ambassador to Vatican
Ambassador Frank Shakespeare called it an “extraordinary time” following a “huge transition in human civilization.” And he was right in the thick of it all.
Legislature approves pro-life bills
In the closing days of the 2011-12 legislative session, the Wisconsin Assembly gave final approval to two bills that ensure access to health care without increasing support for abortion.
WCC helps defeat rent-to-own legislation
The Wisconsin Catholic Conference (WCC) joined other pro-consumer groups to persuade legislators to reject a bill to exempt rent-to-own (RTO) businesses from key provisions of Wisconsin’s Consumer Act (WCA).
Revisions to sex education approved, awaits governor’s signature
On March 14, the State Assembly approved legislation to provide local districts more flexibility in teaching human growth and development classes. The bill also permits abstinence-based instruction.
Mass and hospitality celebrate new Good Shepherd Parish
MADISON — More than 400 people filled St. Joseph Church, 1905 W. Beltline Hwy., Madison, for the March 3 Mass celebrating the merger of St. Joseph and St. James Parishes into Good Shepherd Parish.
Grouts honored as longest married couple in Wisconsin
MADISON — Their children say that Rosemary and Joseph Grout are a wonderful role model for their family and everyone they meet.
“Their faith is incredibly strong. They’re full of love and life,” said their daughter, Donna Hildebrand of Verona.
Italian dinner and auction celebrate parish’s diversity
MADISON — The annual St. James School Italian dinner and auction on Sunday, March 18, celebrate the diversity of the new Good Shepherd Parish.
Two appointed to Catholic Charities Board of Directors
Bishop Robert C. Morlino has appointed Scott J. Seymour and Ken Thompson each to three-year terms on the Catholic Charities Board of Directors.
Diocese welcomes those seeking the Church
One of the common myths of our time is that the Catholic Church is on the decline: that the faithful are a dwindling minority, becoming more and more irrelevant.