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Bulletin News
This page contains items of interest to parishioners throughout the Diocese of Madison. We hope that parishes will check here and include these items in their parish bulletins.
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| Women's Care Center Open House - May 19 - Wednesday, May 09, 2012GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION You are invited to join us on Saturday May 19, 2012 for an Open House at the new Women’s Care Center - Madison, located at 3711 Orin Rd., across the street from Planned Parenthood. Festivities will begin at 1:00 p.m. and continue until 4:00 p.m. The Reverend Bishop Robert Morlino will dedicate the chapel from 2:00 - 2:30. Tours and refreshments will be available throughout the day. Please come and share in the joy of saving God’s precious little children, and helping their mothers. read more ...
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| Celebrating your 50th Wedding Anniversary in 2012? - Monday, May 07, 2012Bishop Robert Morlino will be recognizing 50 th wedding anniversaries
on Sunday, August 5 with a Mass of Thanksgiving at the Bishop O’Connor Catholic Pastoral Center.
Mass followed by a cake, coffee, and punch reception.
This is an invitation only event! Please notify (insert Pastor’s name or Parish Office with phone number) by (parish to insert date) that you will be celebrating your 50th Anniversary in the calendar year of 2012 and he (they) will submit your name to the Bishop’s office. Submissions are due by May 25!
Here are downloadable versions for your convenience:
50th-Bulletin-Announcement.jpg Sample Bulletin Announcement_2012.doc
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| Silent Retreats - Monday, May 07, 2012There will be a Silent Retreat for women at Durward's Glen from June 22-24. It will be led by Fr. Isaac Mary Relyea and based on the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius. For more information or to register, go to www.stpiosfriary.com.
Note also that there will be a Men's Silent Retreat from September 21-23 and there is information on the website for that as well. read more ...
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| Ave Maria Institute for Pastoral Theology - Tuesday, April 10, 2012Earn a Master's in Theology without quitting your job
Pope John Paul II claimed that “Holiness is, more than ever, an urgent pastoral task demanding a suitable training in holiness.” If you are looking for that “suitable training” in holiness, then you should know about the Institute for Pastoral Theology at Ave Maria University. The IPT offers a Master’s degree program that includes a full cycle of courses in Catholic theology guided by texts essential to the Catholic tradition and taught by nationally known theologians faithful to the Magisterium. The intensive weekend format of the IPT is ideal for people with busy schedules. Courses meet just one weekend per month, from August to May for a 3 year cycle in which you earn a Master’s of Theological Studies. For more information or an application call the IPT toll-free at (866) 866-1100 or visit the web at: www.ipt.avemaria.edu. Application deadline is June 1st.
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| Women's Care Center - Sunday, April 01, 2012Empower mom, Save babies
A new “crisis pregnancy center “, the Women’s Care Center Madison, Inc. has opened in Madison! The Center is located directly across from the Planned Parenthood abortion center. This loving endeavor, will most importantly save the lives of unborn babies. But it also supports Moms both during their pregnancy and after their baby is born. The professional staff provides counseling regarding adoption, as well as parenting classes, job search assistance, and programs that provide baby clothes, food, and furnishings.
We need your help:
1) Please pray for the staff and all those involved with this center
2) Please send your most generous contribution of $100, $50, or what you feel called, to Women’s Care Center Madison PO Box 10 Cross Plains, WI. 53528
3) check out our web page http://womenscarecentermadison.wordpress.com/
This mission is built on empowering Mom’s, saving babies, and bringing the truth of Jesus Christ to all. Thank you very much for your help. read more ...
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| Rachel's Vineyard - Wednesday, February 01, 2012
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| Worldwide Marriage Encounter - Wednesday, February 01, 2012 Worldwide Marriage Encounter - Rockford/Madison/Milwaukee Ministry
Help us to support the Bishops’ Initiative on marriage! Couples who make Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekends not only rediscover the joy, intimacy & romance in their relationships, but also become more active in their parish. Together, we are making marriages, families and our Church stronger & healthier.
Would you like Worldwide Marriage Encounter couples to speak about how to improve marriage at your Masses one weekend? We are scheduling witness talks and Parish Marriage Enrichments for 2011.
Contact: Lee & Jan Kremer – Rockford/Madison/Milwaukee Marriage Encounter 847-458-7000, Kremer@CitriSurf.com, Fax 815-578-2799 Thank you for your help!
Please include the bulletin announcements shown below in your parish bulletins.
April Bulletin Announcements:
April 28-29, 2012
Jesus is the good shepherd and laid down his life for us that we may have new life. Give your marriage new life by attending a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend. The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekends are May 18-20 in Brookfield, WI; June 8-10 in Rockford, IL and July 20-22 in Madison, WI. Early registration is highly recommended. For more information visit our website at: alifetimeoflove.org or call (888) 574-5653. For a fin de semana en Espanol in Rockford on June 8-10 and Aug. 17-19, contact Hugo & Gaby at 630-690-2094
May Bulletin Announcements:
May 5-6, 2012
In the second reading today John encourages us to love one another in deed and truth not in speech only. Do you show your spouse that you truly love them, not just say it? Love your spouse in deed by giving the gift of yourself; make the time to attend the next Marriage Encounter weekend. Upcoming Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekends are May 18-20 in Brookfield, WI; June 8-10 in Rockford, IL and July 20-22 in Madison, WI. Early registration is highly recommended. For more information visit our website at: alifetimeoflove.org or call (888) 574-5653. For a fin de semana en Espanol in Rockford on June 8-10 and Aug. 17-19, contact Hugo & Gaby at 630-690-2094.
May 12-13, 2012
In the readings we are commanded to love one another. Jesus tells us in the Gospel that through living in love we will have complete joy! Attend a Marriage Encounter to gain the tools to truly love your spouse more and receive the joy that it can bring. Deepen your communication, strengthen your relationship, and rekindling your romance. The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekends are May 18-20 in Brookfield, WI; June 8-10 in Rockford, IL and July 20-22 in Madison, WI. Early registration is highly recommended. For more information visit our website at: alifetimeoflove.org or call (888) 574-5653. For a fin de semana en Espanol in Rockford on June 8-10 and Aug. 17-19, contact Hugo & Gaby at 630-690-2094.
May 19-20, 2012
Today is Ascension Sunday and we are reminded that Jesus is on his throne. Do we allow him to reign over our lives? One of the ways we show this is by living in humility, gentleness and love in a bond of peace. Do we reflect this in our marriage relationship? Allow Jesus to be Lord of your marriage relationship. The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekends are June 8-10 in Rockford, IL; July 20-22 in Madison, WI and August 10-12 in Brookfield, WI. Early registration is highly recommended. For more information visit our website at: alifetimeoflove.org or call (888) 574-5653. For a fin de semana en Espanol in Rockford on June 8-10 and Aug. 17-19, contact Hugo & Gaby at 630-690-2094.
May 26-27, 2012
Today is Pentecost Sunday. Is there evidence that the Holy Spirit is working through us; are the fruits of love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control in our lives? Shine forth these fruits
Attend a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend and let the Holy Spirit deepen your communication, strengthen your relationship, rekindle your romance and renew your sacrament! The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekends are June 8-10 in Rockford, IL; July 20-22 in Madison, WI and August 10-12 in Brookfield, WI. Early registration is highly recommended. For more information visit our website at: alifetimeoflove.org or call (888) 574-5653. For a fin de semana en Espanol in Rockford on June 8-10 and Aug. 17-19, contact Hugo & Gaby at 630-690-2094.
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| Madison National Marriage Encounter - Monday, January 02, 2012Madison National Marriage Encounter
Come join us at a quiet and serene spot. The location we'll meet at is the perfect place to reflect and enjoy personal time with your spouse. Accommodations are comfortable and private, designed for creating a memorable time for both of you. Our mission is to enhance and encourage marriages as God intended. Go to http://www.marriageencountermadison.org for more information or contact Lisa and Mike Friar 608 435-8526 read more ...
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| Bulletin advertisement fillers promoting the Catholic Herald - Sunday, January 01, 2012
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| Spirit and Truth Madison - Tuesday, August 16, 2011
A NEW WEEKLY YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY
Open to all young adults
Are you overbooked and overstressed? As young adults in today’s world, most of us are! Do you yearn for deeper relationships with God and with others?ENCOUNTER Christ. EMBRACE Sacred Scripture.
EXPERIENCE Spirit & Truth!
Each Spirit & Truth (S&T) evening will consist of a spiritual talk, Eucharistic Adoration with time for Evening Prayer and silent meditation, and connecting with each other over drinks at a local pub afterwards.
S&T Madison is held at 7 pm at St. Patrick Church downtown Madison and continue EVERY WEDNESDAY. Join us as we worship in Spirit and Truth! Visit www.spiritandtruthmadison.org for more information.
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| Catholic Spiritual Mentorship Program - Friday, February 18, 2011Catholic Spiritual Mentorship Program – The Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas is initiating the Catholic Spiritual Mentorship Program. The program is co-directed by the School of Faith ( www.schooloffaith.com) and the Apostles of the Interior Life ( www.apostlesofil.org). Theconsecrated women of the Apostles of the Interior Life served with distinction for a number of years at St. Paul University Catholic Center at the University of Wisconsin. This two-year course of study of four components combines eight distance-learning courses with four, one-week intensive in-residence sessions at Savior Pastoral Center in Kansas City, Kansas. It is designed for Catholics who have a desire to develop a deep prayer and sacramental life, a desire to increase their knowledge of the Catholic faith, a desire to grow in the virtues and a desire to help others do the same. The program’s intent is to develop spiritual mentors who will be trained to help guide and assist others in the spiritual life. The cost of the program is $1500 per component or $6000 in total (which includes the room and board costs during the in-residence sessions). For more information, consult the above websites or contact Sister Debbie Li at srdebbie@gmail.com or spiritualmentorship@schooloffaith.com or call her cell phone at 785-760-7424. read more ...
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| Camp Gray - Tuesday, October 26, 2010Camp Gray: Come Experience the Faith, Friends, and Fun “We come to camp because it’s amazingly fun, and the spiritual growth our kids experience is incomparable,” says one camper parent. Owned by the Catholic Diocese of Madison, Camp Gray offers one-week sessions for boys and girls in 2nd-12th grade. Emphasis is given to spirituality, community-building, leadership and fun through traditional camp, ranch camp, and adventure and leadership camps for teens. For more information call 608-356-8200, email bigfun@campgray.com, or visit Camp Gray on the web at www.campgray.com. read more ...
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| Safe Environment Information - Friday, May 07, 2010Safe Environment Information
Any allegation of sexual misconduct involving priests, deacons, or other Church personnel should be reported to the Diocese of Madison by use of the Sexual Misconduct Question and Reporting Line, 608-821-3162. The diocesan policies regarding sexual abuse allegations, and instructions for making a report of sexual misconduct, are available on the diocesan website: www.madisondiocese.org. read more ...
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