The concurrence of these two significant projects led me to wonder how many dioceses are currently building a new cathedral and a new contemplative monastery at the same time.
Tag: Bishop Donald J. Hying
Fully embracing Easter
As we celebrate Easter, the very cornerstone of our Christian faith, I recently reread all of the Easter accounts in the four Gospels.
Divine Mercy Sunday in Sauk City
Bishop Donald J. Hying of Madison will be celebrating Divine Mercy Sunday on April 7, at St. Aloysius Church/Divine Mercy Parish, 115 Madison St. in Sauk City.
Approaching Holy Week
As we approach Holy Week, we have spiritually moved through Lent, seeking to empty ourselves of egoism, complacency, distraction, and self-seeking, so that the Lord finds greater space and capacity within us to receive His divine grace.
Living above and beyond the world
Every year, I give up coffee because it is the hardest thing for me.
An invitation to the annual Chrism Mass on March 28
Bishop Donald J. Hying of Madison is inviting everyone in the Diocese of Madison to the annual Chrism Mass.
Restoration in our faith
The readings this Sunday are all about restoration.
More than 200 take next step to join the Church
Since the appointment of Bishop Hying to the Diocese of Madison in 2019, this year’s event marked the largest number of catechumens and candidates in attendance — 234.
Living out God’s law
Whenever I have taught the Ten Commandments to youth, I begin by posing the following scenario: How would you feel if you came home from school today and your parents announced that there are no more rules in the family?
The pivotal experience of Transfiguration
The Second Sunday of Lent presents the pivotal experience of the Transfiguration for our prayerful reflection. Serving as a midpoint in the Gospels, this sacred moment on Mount Tabor is an extraordinary revelation of the identity and glory of Jesus Christ as the Beloved Son of the Father.