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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

Are you thirsting for more in this life? Are the things of this world not satisfying the longings of your heart? The Samaritan woman at the well longed for more, too. This past weekend in his homily, Bishop DeGrood reflected on Jesus' thirst and desire to save souls. Bishop also encouraged us to be intentional and take time to be in the presence of the Lord, and allow him to fill you with his love.https://youtu.be/JzSMYcA9VI0

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…

Our hearts desire something more – Sunday TV Mass

Homilies

Feb 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.

The gift of wisdom – Sunday TV Mass

Homilies

Feb 07, 2023 by wpadmin

What is wisdom? This past weekend in his homily, Bishop DeGrood explained how the supernatural gift of wisdom enables us to know things as God does. This allows us to be wise in the ways of seeing reality. Wisdom helps us relate to others, properly order our lives, and allows us to receive the supernatural virtues. Bishop also explained how wisdom inspires us to live out the corporal and spiritual works of mercy.

The call of the beatitudes – Sunday TV Mass

Homilies

Jan 30, 2023 by wpadmin

Do you desire to be holy? This past weekend in his homily, Bishop DeGrood explains how we are to respond to the desire to grow in holiness, and how it requires cooperation with the Lord and to seek that which is true, good and beautiful.

Called to be holy – Sunday TV Mass

Homilies

Jan 17, 2023 by wpadmin

Do you desire to be holy? This past weekend in his homily, Bishop DeGrood explains how we are to respond to the desire to grow in holiness, and how it requires cooperation with the Lord and to seek that which is true, good and beautiful.

Mary, Mother of God – Sunday TV Mass

Homilies

Jan 04, 2023 by wpadmin

Does it amaze you that Jesus has a mother? Jesus, who in his divinity has always existed, has a human mother. That is something to marvel at. On this Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God, Bishop DeGrood talked about why Mary is the most dignified and honored human being. He also explains what we can learn from Mary and her disposition, and why art and statues often include an apple and a snake.

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