MADISON — One of the corporal works of mercy — part of the Catholic teaching of the virtues of showing compassion for and alleviating the misfortune of others — is to visit the sick.
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UW officially drops second-trimester abortion plan
UW Health released a statement December 13 confirming that the Madison Surgery Center (MSC) will not be involved in second-trimester abortions.
Two men to be ordained to the priesthood
With praise and thanksgiving to God, our Father, the Most Reverend Robert C. Morlino, Bishop of Madison, announces with joy the ordination to the priesthood of Jesus Christ of Rev. Mr. Chad Droessler and Rev. Mr. John Putzer.
Bishops, priests celebrate Mass of Christian Burial for Bishop Wirz
MADISON — Over 77 priests and nine bishops joined hundreds of people from throughout the Diocese of Madison and beyond to pray for Bishop George O. Wirz, retired auxiliary bishop, at his Mass of Christian Burial on November 30 at St. Maria Goretti Church in Madison.
Msgr. Campion lived the Beatitudes in loving others
MONROE — In his Sermon on the Mount, Jesus called his followers to live the Beatitudes in showing mercy and love to others.
Global Solidarity Partnership continuing to be successful
MADISON — The Global Solidarity Program (GSP) relationship between the Diocese of Madison and the Diocese of Navrongo-Bolgatanga that began with a meeting of our delegation to Ghana and the Ghanaian delegation in mid 2002, is successfully continuing.
Support groups discontinued
Two support groups for those experiencing separation, divorce, or loss of relationships have been discontinued due to low attendance.
Young adults in diocese invited to World Youth Day 2011
MADISON — “Planted and Built Up in Jesus Christ, Firm in the Faith.” With these words of the venerable Apostle St. Paul, the Holy Father once again is inviting young people from all over the world to join him in the international celebration of World Youth Day (WYD) in Madrid, Spain, August 16 to 21, 2011. WYD is a celebration of the youthfulness and future hopes of the Church.
Pilgrims at the consistory
ROME, Italy — At first the thought of standing in line for baggage, hotel rooms, metal detectors, tickets, admissions, etc. in my orthotic-assisted shoes was a bit daunting.
Prayers to God for the unborn
MADISON — Bishop Robert C. Morlino presided over a vigil for the unborn November 27 at St. Patrick Church in Madison, leading people from around the diocese in prayer in communion with Pope Benedict XVI and faithful around the world.