Statements Regarding the Death of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI
From Archbishop Hebda: United in prayer with Pope Francis and the shepherds and faithful of the Universal Church, the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis mourns the passing of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, a faithful servant of Christ and his Church.
Statement Regarding Bishop-elect Patrick Neary, CSC
From Archbishop Bernard A. Hebda: It is with Advent joy and gratitude to Pope Francis that I congratulate Bishop-elect Patrick Neary, C.S.C., on his appointment as the next bishop of the Diocese of Saint Cloud.
Archbishop Hebda Invites All to Participate in Giving Tree
On the 30th anniversary of the Giving Tree by Catholic Charities, Archbishop Hebda extended a video invitation for all to join in supporting our neighbors in need at the Giving Tree at the Mall of America, December 17 & 18.
Bishop Chairman Addresses Senate Vote on the Respect for Marriage Act
Source: United States Conference of Catholic Bishops On Tuesday, the U.S. Senate passed the Respect for Marriage Act (H.R. 8404). The bill, which first passed the
Appointments – November 24, 2022
Archbishop Bernard Hebda has announced the following appointments in the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis. View past appointments, by issue date, in The Catholic Spirit.
You Will Be My Witnesses: Gathered and Sent From the Upper Room
By Most Reverend Bernard A. Hebda,
Archbishop,
Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis: Dear sisters and brothers in Christ, it is with great gratitude to God, and to you, that I write this pastoral letter. The exhortation of our patron, St. Paul, to the early Christians in Thessalonica captures well what is in my heart: “We give thanks to God always for all of you, remembering you in our prayers, unceasingly calling to mind your work of faith and labor of love and endurance in hope of our Lord Jesus Christ, before our God and Father, knowing, brothers loved by God, how you were chosen” (1 Thes 1:2-4).1 I feel blessed to shepherd an Archdiocese in which the work of the Holy Spirit is so evident.
Archbishop Hebda and Bishop Williams Invite All the Faithful to Read the Pastoral Letter, You Will Be My Witnesses
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Archbishop Hebda Releases Video Encouraging the Faithful to Vote November 8
[vc_row][vc_column width=”5/6″][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Today, Archbishop Hebda released a video encouraging the Catholic faithful to vote in the upcoming election on or before Tuesday, November 8.
Statement of U.S. Bishops’ Pro Life Chairman on Church’s Teaching in Light of President’s Commitment to Codify a National Right to Abortion
Last week, President Biden stated that his top legislative priority after the midterm elections will be codifying a national right to abortion. Archbishop William E. Lori of Baltimore, chairman of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Committee on Pro-Life Activities, issued the following response emphasizing the teaching of the Catholic Church on upholding the dignity of human life.
Catholic Campaign for Human Development Taking Place November 19-20
On the weekend of November 19-20, parishes will be taking a collection for the Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD). Founded in 1970 by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, CCHD aids domestic anti-poverty organizations that support community and economic development programs nationally and locally.
Appointments – October 13, 2022
Archbishop Bernard Hebda has announced the following appointments in the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis. View past appointments, by issue date, in The Catholic Spirit.
Archdiocese to take up collection for hurricane relief
The Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis is joining a nationwide effort by U.S. bishops to provide relief to those suffering from the effects of Hurricane Ian and Hurricane Fiona. Archbishop Bernard Hebda is asking all parishes in the archdiocese to take up an emergency collection on or near the weekend of Oct. 8 and 9.
Election Statement from the Catholic Bishops of Minnesota
Catholics are called to be faithful citizens and to infuse public life with the values necessary to protect human dignity, combat injustice, and promote the common good.
Appointments – September 29, 2022
Archbishop Bernard Hebda has announced the following appointments in the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis. View past appointments, by issue date, in The Catholic Spirit.
Archdiocese Launches New Concierge Service for Clergy, Parish and School Staff
The Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis today launched a new concierge service to more effectively and efficiently assist and support clergy, parish and school staff and those working at Catholic entities in the Archdiocese.
Statement Regarding Reverend Michael Ince
From Archbishop Bernard A. Hebda: The Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis has received an allegation that the Rev. Michael Ince abused a minor in the 1980s.
U.S. Bishops Release National Synthesis Outlining Common Themes Raised in Synod Listening Sessions
The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) has issued the National Synthesis of the People of God in the United States of America. The synthesis marks the completion of the Diocesan Phase of the 2021-2023 Synod: For a Synodal Church: Communion, Participation, and Mission.
Appointments – August 25, 2022
Archbishop Bernard Hebda has announced the following appointments in the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis. View past appointments, by issue date, in The Catholic Spirit.
Prayers, action urged worldwide during Season of Creation
Source: The Catholic Spirit A calendar of prayers and suggestions for action such as meatless Mondays and shopping at farmer’s markets is available to help people
New Mass Class Series on Practicing Catholic Show
Listen to Practicing Catholic on Relevant Radio 1330AM or your favorite podcast provider for this new monthly series breaking down each component of the Mass, led by Fr. Tom Margevičius, the Archdiocese’s Director of Worship.
U.S. Bishops’ Chairman for Ecumenical and Interreligious Affairs Shares Statement from Catholic Co-Chairman of National Catholic-Muslim Dialogue: “Catholics in the United States Stand in Solidarity with Our Muslim Neighbors”
Source: United States Conference of Catholic Bishops Bishop David P. Talley of Memphis, chairman of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Committee on Ecumenical and Interreligious
Appointments – August 11, 2022
Archbishop Bernard Hebda has announced the following appointments in the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis.
Experience The Chair
See our beautiful Cathedral of Saint Paul as you have never before seen it. The 21-minute episode of The Chair, produced by DeSales Media, chronicles the history of our local Church from our humble, frontier beginnings to today. Archbishop Hebda and Father John Ubel are among those featured.
U.S. Bishops’ Pro-Life Chairman Responds to Executive Order Facilitating Abortion
On Wednesday, the President of the United States signed an executive order facilitating abortion, the second such action from President Biden in response to the United States Supreme Court’s decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, which overturned Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey.
