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God’s chosen people

Homilies

May 22, 2023 by wpadmin

Do the feelings of fear and inadequacy keep you from sharing your faith with others? You're not alone. The apostles struggled too. This weekend in his homily, Bishop reminded us that God chose those who were least qualified to share the Gospel and worked through their inadequacies. God is calling you too, and will give you the graces you need at the moment you need them, and will help you overcome what hinders you from sharing your faith with others.

The unique geniuses of men and women – Sunday TV Mass

Homilies

May 15, 2023 by wpadmin

Even though God makes the truth available to everyone and asks us to live in it, not everyone accepts this. And in today's world, many who do live in the truth are persecuted or condemned by society. This weekend in his homily, Bishop highlights how our Blessed Mother Mary and St. Joseph faced the same struggles. Bishop also explains how Mary and Joseph overcame these obstacles to living a devout life by living out the unique geniuses of a woman and man as God created them to be so they could be complimentary in their roles in raising Jesus.

Set Ablaze by the Holy Spirit – Sunday TV Mass

Homilies

May 09, 2023 by wpadmin

How blessed we are to be baptized into Christ. This weekend in his homily, Bishop explained how being baptized into Christ sets us ablaze and empowers us to serve our parishes, pastors and the Church. Bishop also reminds us that we have the power to pray for the sanctification of others, and share in proclaiming the good news of the Gospel to others. We are challenged to allow ourselves to be set ablaze by the Holy Spirit.

Ambassadors of God’s mercy – Sunday TV Mass

Homilies

Apr 17, 2023 by wpadmin

One of Jesus' greatest desires is to bring peace to our hearts and lives. This weekend in his homily, Bishop explained how one of the greatest ways we as Catholics are privileged to bring peace is by being attentive to the youth and vulnerable adults in our communities. We are reminded of the importance of protecting children and vulnerable adults as representatives of God.

Official Listing April – Effective April 14

Officials

Apr 14, 2023 by wpadmin

Officials of the Diocese of Sioux Falls - May 2023 Bishop’s Bulletin Since publication of the April Bishop’s Bulletin: Deacon Thomas Rausch, after voluntarily seeking a dispensation form the sacred duties of ordination, was returned to the lay state by decree of the Holy See’s Congregation for the Clergy. By that same decree, Thomas was released from all obligations of Holy Orders, including that of celibacy. Father Kevin Zilverberg is released from full-time service as a member of the faculty at the Saint Paul Seminary School of Divinity, is assigned to continue service as a part-time member of that same faculty, and is assigned as a full-time member of the faculty of the Pontifical University of Salamanca. Respectfully submitted, Thad A. Pals Chancellor View Printable Official Statement

Priest Assignment Changes – Effective July 5 2023

Officials

Mar 27, 2023 by wpadmin

Priest Assignment Changes The Most Reverend Donald E. DeGrood has decreed the following priest assignment changes effective March 22, 2023: Barry Reuwsaat, after voluntarily seeking a dispensation from the sacred duties of ordination, was returned to the lay state by decree of the Holy See’s Congregation for Clergy. By that same decree, Barry was released from all obligations of Holy Orders, including that of celibacy. Joseph Scholten, after voluntarily seeking a dispensation from the sacred duties of ordination, was returned to the lay state by decree of the Holy See’s Congregation for Clergy. By that same decree, Joseph was released from all obligations of Holy Orders, including that of celibacy. The Most Reverend Donald E. DeGrood has decreed the following appointments effective July 5, 2023: Reverend Albert Cizewski, from his…

Rise from your slumber – Sunday TV Mass

Homilies

Mar 27, 2023 by wpadmin

Is there something in your life that is keeping you in a spiritual slumber? In today's culture it is easy to let our faith go by the wayside or become lukewarm. This weekend in his homily, Bishop encouraged us to allow the spirit of God to come alive within us, cast out idols from our lives and become fervent in our spiritual life. If we don't feed on the life of God, we will become like dry, weary bones that no longer has life. Do not be detracted from the things of God, which truly bring us life!

The light of truth – Sunday TV Mass

Homilies

Mar 20, 2023 by wpadmin

In today's society, it is difficult to discern what is truly going on. This weekend in his homily, Bishop encouraged us to be discerning like Samuel- to discern God's will and not the will of ourselves or others. Bishop reminds us that growing in friendship with God is key, and to stay close to God's heart so he may shine light on devious strategies striving to trick or confuse us into sin and immorality.

Quenching the thirst for living water – Sunday TV Mass

Homilies

Mar 13, 2023 by wpadmin

Is your heart restless? Are you searching for the thing that will bring you perfect and lasting happiness? This weekend in his homily, Bishop explained how we will only experience perfect happiness when we are in heaven, experiencing the beatific vision. There is hope in finding real happiness in this life, but it is only found in drawing closer to the Lord.

St. Patrick Absolution Decree

Statements and Documents

Feb 28, 2023 by wpadmin

The optional March 17 memorial to Saint Patrick falls on a Friday this year, a day of abstinence from meat during the season of Lent. Part of the celebration of this great saint is often a meal which includes meat, specifically a traditional Irish fare which includes corned beef. Inquiry has been made of whether in honor of the saint a dispensation might be granted from the obligatory day of abstinence. I hereby decree that those who participate in an event remembering Saint Patrick where meat is served are dispensed from the obligation to abstain from meat with the proviso that another form of penance be undertaken on that day.For those who do not participate in such a memorial to Saint Patrick the day of abstinence remains as a sign of the penitential call of Lent.Saint Patrick, pray…

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