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St. Thomas More Parish in Appleton takes the phrase, "all are welcome," to the next level! Their annual celebration incl...
12/20/2025

St. Thomas More Parish in Appleton takes the phrase, "all are welcome," to the next level! Their annual celebration includes a warm meal, children's crafts, and the sharing of stories.

The event organizers make sure that no one is reduced to a need or crisis. Read the full story in the comments! ⬇️

Every Advent, the National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion celebrates a Rorate Mass to join Mary in awaiting the light of...
12/19/2025

Every Advent, the National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion celebrates a Rorate Mass to join Mary in awaiting the light of Christ to come into the world at Christmas.

During the Rorate Mass, the church is only lit by candles. With songs, prayers, and readings that unite us with Mary's anticipation, we receive the Eucharist and go out to share Christ's light with the world.

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"Ultimately, the Church’s teaching on premarital s*x is not a barrier to happiness but a guide to the kind of love that ...
12/15/2025

"Ultimately, the Church’s teaching on premarital s*x is not a barrier to happiness but a guide to the kind of love that endures. Christian living is never about perfect performance. It is about trusting that God’s plan for love — even when it asks something difficult of us — is grounded in his desire for our flourishing."

Read the article and watch the Sharing the Truth in Love Podcast in the comments below! ⬇️

"The archangel Gabriel appeared to her and asked her to become the mother of Jesus, by the power of the Holy Spirit. Her...
12/14/2025

"The archangel Gabriel appeared to her and asked her to become the mother of Jesus, by the power of the Holy Spirit. Her “yes” is a model of trust and faith."

Mary, the Mother of God, is the greatest of all Christian saints. Read about the Immaculate Conception! Article link in the comments ⬇️

“Seeing the need in our community has just been overwhelming,” Rickert said. “People are homeless or in transition. They...
12/12/2025

“Seeing the need in our community has just been overwhelming,” Rickert said. “People are homeless or in transition. They’re in need of a little extra. Food sources are getting cut, housing is getting cut. Families are having to choose — pay our rent, buy our food, or get our kids a Christmas gift.”

St. Thomas More Parish in Appleton holds an annual community celebration to support those who may be experiencing homelessness or encountering difficulties during the holiday season.

Read the article! Link in the comments ⬇️

It's been 15 years since Bishop David Ricken announced the approval of the Marian apparitions that happened back in 1859...
12/11/2025

It's been 15 years since Bishop David Ricken announced the approval of the Marian apparitions that happened back in 1859! 🤩

Champion, Wisconsin is the only Church-approved apparition in the United States. Bishop Ricken just celebrated Mass at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion for the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary this past Monday, December 8th.

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Tim Francis, founder of You Shall Believe Ministries, has been speaking across the country in an effort to bring Catholi...
12/10/2025

Tim Francis, founder of You Shall Believe Ministries, has been speaking across the country in an effort to bring Catholics back to the Church and restore the belief in the true presence of Jesus in the Eucharist.

He recently spoke at St. John the Baptist in Howard and will be presenting at Holy Family Parish in Marinette 4 times between Sunday, December 7th and Tuesday, December 9th.

Article link in the comments below!👇

We are sad to announce the passing of Sr. Jean Phillipson, 99, who died on last Thursday, December 4, 2025, at Holy Fami...
12/09/2025

We are sad to announce the passing of Sr. Jean Phillipson, 99, who died on last Thursday, December 4, 2025, at Holy Family Convent in Manitowoc. Sr. Jean, a Franciscan Sister of Christian Charity, was known for her teaching ministries at different Catholic schools in Wisconsin and Ohio.

The funeral Mass will be held at Holy Family Convent with burial to follow at Holy Family Convent Cemetery on Tuesday, December 9, 2025. Fr. Placid Stroik, OFM, will be the main celebrant.

We join in pray with Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity for the repose of the soul of Sr. Jean.

"Thin, wispy clouds overhead are underlit with soft pinks and purples that spread the hues of sunset across the full sky...
12/08/2025

"Thin, wispy clouds overhead are underlit with soft pinks and purples that spread the hues of sunset across the full sky — north to south and west to east — as if in a blessing to all who pause and gaze upon it in wonder. Sunset is a celebration that God has come to his people."

Read Deacon Dan Wagnitz's inspiring words about the anticipation of the coming of Christ this Advent season. Link in the comments! ⬇️

Other than Jesus, can you think of someone who we hear about more than any other person during Advent season? If you tho...
12/07/2025

Other than Jesus, can you think of someone who we hear about more than any other person during Advent season?

If you thought of John the Baptist, you'd be correct! 🤩

Read the article to learn 4 ways in which St. John the Baptist helps us prepare for the coming of Christ. Link in the comments! ⬇️

Pope Leo XIV spoke to thousands of youth digitally at the National Catholic Youth Conference! He shared that “it is beau...
12/06/2025

Pope Leo XIV spoke to thousands of youth digitally at the National Catholic Youth Conference!

He shared that “it is beautiful that this jubilee is centered on hope because we are seeing signs of hope everywhere."

Read the full story! Link in the comments ⬇️

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