But many who are first will be last, and the last will be first. (Mark 10.28-31) FROM THE DIOCESE Message from Bishop Brehl for Lent 2025 Bishop Brehl’s Lent message for 2025 can be viewed on our diocesan YouTube channel: Message from Bishop Brehl for Lent 2025. Rite of Election
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In an age of digital media, there seems to be an increasing number of people claiming to receive messages from God. Social media platforms and video-sharing websites are filled with individuals who report visions, dreams, and prophecies, often warning of impending doom or drastic changes in the Church. While some
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Paul F. Peri is a Catholic priest and educator who has served in various administrative roles within the Archdiocese of Portland, Oregon, including as vicar general and vicar for finance. He is also an educator at Mount Angel Seminary, where he teaches parish administration. His book “Catholic Parish Administration: A
Continue readingWhoever wants to be first must be last of all and servant of all. (Mark 9.30-37) FROM THE DIOCESE Rite of Election and Acceptance of Those to be Received into the Faith at St. Columbkille Cathedral Bishop Michael Brehl will celebrate Mass at St. Columbkille Cathedral on the 1st Sunday of
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Decree of promulgation and Revised Code of Pastoral Conduct Decree by Bishop Michael Brehl, C.Ss.R. for the revised Code of Pastoral Conduct, February 2025 Code of Pastoral Conduct – revised 2025
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The Catholic Church, guided by Sacred Scripture, Sacred Tradition, and the Magisterium, calls its members to evangelize and spread the Gospel. Evangelization is not just about proclaiming Church teachings but doing so with love, compassion, and common sense. Jesus Himself demonstrated that practicing faith and sharing God’s truth requires an
Continue readingThe man looked intently and his sight was restored, and he saw everything clearly. (Mark 8.22-26) FROM THE DIOCESE Diocesan Pastoral Planning – Letter from the Bishop – January 14, 2025 The letter and PDF version from Bishop Michael Brehl, C.Ss.R. can be found here: Diocesan Pastoral Planning – Diocese
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To genuinely appreciate Jesus’ teachings, we must grasp what he held as most important. By focusing on the heart of his message, we can better understand its profound beauty and communicate it more effectively to others. Jesus’ core message resonated deeply with both those who were far from faith and
Continue readingYou abandon the commandment of God and hold to human tradition. (Mark 7.1-13) FROM THE DIOCESE Family Day Please note that the Diocesan Offices will be closed on Monday, February 17th, and will reopen on Tuesday, February 18th at 8:30 a.m. Diocesan Pastoral Planning – Letter from the Bishop –
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