MADISON — The Diocese of Madison is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the encyclical Humanae vitae (Of Human Life) written by Blessed Paul VI, with a special event on Saturday, July 21, featuring guest speaker Dr. Janet E. Smith, one of the world’s leading experts on Humanae vitae and related topics.
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Friends and alumni invited to honor retiring St. James School secretary
MADISON — Good Shepherd Parish invites friends and alumni of St. James School, Madison, to share their memories with retiring school secretary Mrs. Sharon Barry at an open house on Saturday, June 16, from 2 to 4 p.m. at St. James Church Hall, St. James Ct., Madison. A scholarship fund is being set up in her name. Money donated will be added to the Sister Kathleen/Bonnie Moschkau Fund and provide tuition help to St. James School families.
St. Bernard Child Care serves kids of all ages
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| Ethanael, a student at St. Bernard Parish’s Catholic Preschool and Child Care Center in Madison, spends a moment in a classroom prayer corner during free time. The parish is starting a “Summer Camp” program for school-aged children this year. (Catholic Herald photo/Kevin Wondrash) |
MADISON — For more than 30 years, St. Bernard Parish has been serving the east side of Madison, and surrounding community, through its preschool program.
In the past year, that dedication has grown to more opportunities to serve local youth.
Last fall, the parish expanded its preschool to a full child care program.
Starting this summer, school-age children can take advantage of a summer camp-style program.
Building enrollment
With area schools adding programs for children under five, “we had to think of different ways to build our enrollment,” said Geri Nehls, interim director of child care at the parish.
Through both lowering the age of children accepted to 2.5 years old, and responding to Pastor Fr. Michael Radowicz’s ,call for an all-day daycare program, the expanded opportunities were initiated.
“We looked into the Church’s teaching about equity and fairness and equality and how we outreach to the community,” said Nehls.
Diocesan Choir presents its first Youth Pastoral Musician Scholarship Awards
MADISON — In the first year of a promising initiative, the Madison Diocesan Choir presented Youth Pastoral Musician Scholarship Awards to four students, double the number anticipated, thanks to the generosity of an anonymous donor.
The scholarship winners are Laura Hinterberg, St. Maria Goretti Parish, Madison; Mary Hsu, Our Lady Queen of Peace Parish, Madison; Elizabeth TenBarge, St. Thomas Parish, Poynette, and Elizabeth White, St. Patrick Parish, Cottage Grove.Catholic Woman’s Club presents Christian Achievement Award to Madison nurse
MADISON — The Madison Catholic Woman’s Club held its 104th annual Spring Celebration recently at the Blackhawk County Club.
The club honored a Madison nurse who has established support groups for cancer patients and watched a performance bringing Mary Todd Lincoln to life.
The luncheon began with an invocation by Msgr. O. Charles Schluter, pastor of St. Peter Parish in Madison and the club’s spiritual director. The club’s Co-Presidents, Susanna Herro and Carol Strmiska, made introductions, including many of the club’s 22 new members.
Christian Achievement Award
Each year the club recognizes an individual or group of individuals who perform charitable works in the community with its Christian Achievement Award.
Bishop Morlino’s commencement address at Thomas Aquinas College
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Edgewood High School partners with Habitat for Humanity to build homes
MADISON — Edgewood High School (EHS) has been partnering with Habitat for Humanity of Dane County for the last several months.
Every second Saturday of the month, Edgewood faculty, students, alumni, and parents work together with Habitat volunteers in building homes for needy families.
Habitat’s vision
Through volunteer labor and donations of money and materials, Habitat for Humanity of Dane County builds and rehabilitates safe, decent homes with the help of partner families to provide affordable housing.
Edgewood High School partners with Habitat for Humanity to build homes
MADISON — Edgewood High School (EHS) has been partnering with Habitat for Humanity of Dane County for the last several months.
Every second Saturday of the month, Edgewood faculty, students, alumni, and parents work together with Habitat volunteers in building homes for needy families.
Habitat’s vision
Through volunteer labor and donations of money and materials, Habitat for Humanity of Dane County builds and rehabilitates safe, decent homes with the help of partner families to provide affordable housing.
Memorial Day Masses in the Diocese of Madison
Memorial Day Masses will be held in the Diocese of Madison. Besides the Masses indicated here, check with local parishes for Masses being celebrated on Monday, May 28.
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| Please note: Because of the heat, the Memorial Day Mass will be held in the chapel at Holy Name Heights, 702 S. High Point Rd., Madison, at 10 a.m., not at Resurrection Cemetery. |
In Madison, because of the heat, the Memorial Day Mass will be held at the chapel at Holy Name Heights at 10 a.m., and not at Resurrection Cemetery. Bishop Robert C. Morlino will be the principal celebrant and homilist. Area priests will serve as concelebrants. Knights of Columbus will serve as an honor guard. In case of rain, Mass will be held at Our Lady Queen of Peace Church, 405 S. Owen Dr. Refreshments will follow Mass.
Diocese of Madison statement regarding retired priest’s arrest and court appearance; accusations of sexual abuse of a minor
The Diocese of Madison offers the following brief statement, regarding the recent arrest and initial appearance in court of a retired priest of the diocese, Fr. William Nolan: