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Mary C. Uhler, For the Catholic Herald

Diocese of Madison meets needs through a variety of ministries and services

Sixth in a series on the 75th anniversary of the Diocese of Madison

Since the Diocese of Madison was established in 1946, it has strived to meet the needs of members of the Church as well as all those in society through a variety of ministries.

As times have changed, programs and services have been added, dropped, or adapted to make the best use of time, faith, and resources.

Charitable programs

One of the most important programs begun by the new Diocese of Madison in 1946 was its charitable efforts conducted by the Catholic Welfare Bureau, later known as Catholic Social Service and then as Catholic Charities.

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Kevin Wondrash

Blessed Sacrament School opening Montessori Children’s House

MADISON — Blessed Sacrament School (BSS) in Madison is opening a Montessori Children’s House.

A “children’s house” is a classroom serving children ages three to six. The BSS Children’s House will operate alongside the single-age 3K and 4K classrooms already offered at the school.

Montessori philosophy

The key components of the Montessori philosophy include:

• Play is work — A child’s play is their work.

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Kevin Wondrash

Daughters of Isabella to hold open house in Baraboo

BARABOO — The Daughters of Isabella Our Lady of Fatima Circle 834 will hold an open house for Catholic women ages 16 and up on Monday, April 15, at 6:30 p.m. at St. Joseph Parish in the Martha and Mary Hall (church basement). An elevator is available.

The Daughters of Isabella is accepting new members. With over 25,000 members in the United States and Canada, the Daughters of Isabella is a spiritual and charitable organization whose members are devoted to assisting churches and charities through volunteer services and contributions.

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Trudi Jenny

Do our part to live Laudato Si’

To the editor:

Your recent article on St. Dennis Parish’s solar panel installation is welcome news.  Congratulations to Fr. Randy Timmerman for embracing and acting on the message of Pope Francis’ encyclical Laudato Si’. St. Dennis is leading by example and paving the way for their parishioners and more parishes in the diocese to do likewise.

I am also grateful for the article informing parishes that there is grant funding available from RENEW Wisconsin to assist in the costs of installing solar. Parishes who are struggling to find the time to explore energy options can simplify the process by checking out Catholic Energies at https://catholicenergies.org

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Kevin Wondrash

Open house at St. Peter School

MIDDLETON — St. Peter Catholic Elementary School, 7129 CR. K, Middleton, will be hosting an open house event on Wednesday, Feb. 1, from 9:15 a.m to 11:30 a.m.

The event is open to all prospective families interested in learning how St. Peter Catholic School promotes a culture of scholarship, service, and salvation.

The morning includes an informational meeting with the principal, an opportunity to observe classes in session, time to talk individually with teachers in their classrooms, and a discussion on St. Peter Catholic School’s mission, spiritual opportunities, and an overview of the school programs.

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Kevin Wondrash

Come out and help, get to know Camp Gray

REEDSBURG — Camp Gray, the Diocese of Madison’s summer camp and year-round retreat center, is nestled into 225 acres of land between Reedsburg, Baraboo, and Wisconsin Dells.

It’s located at E10213 Shady Lane Rd., Reedsburg.

Camp Gray invites people of all ages to encounter Jesus Christ in all creation, experience a fun and vibrant Catholic community, and be challenged to ever more deeply know, love, and serve God and neighbor.

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