From Archbishop Bernard A. Hebda In January 2018, the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis was notified of allegations that Reverend Thomas Joseph engaged in inappropriate sexual conduct with an adult. We immediately alerted the Carver County Sheriff’s Office of … Continue reading
Announcements
Regulations for Penance, Fasting and Abstinence during Lent
What are the regulations for penance, fasting and abstinence during Lent? Continue reading
2019 Leading with Faith Awards – Nomination Deadline is March 29
Do you know a great Catholic who is in a leadership position at his/her place of business? Tell us, and we’ll tell everyone else! Nominations due March 29. Continue reading
Statement Regarding Laicization of Theodore McCarrick
From Archbishop Bernard A. Hebda It is my hope that the decision to impose on Theodore McCarrick the penalty of dismissal from the priesthood brings a measure of peace and healing to those who were harmed by him. The courageous … Continue reading
Data Breach Notice
The Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis learned Thursday night that hackers outside of the United States compromised an Image-I-Nation Technologies (INT) database that contained personal information on some employees and volunteers in the Archdiocese. INT, a vendor used by … Continue reading
Statement Regarding Rev. Lawrence (Larry) Johnson
From Archbishop Bernard A. Hebda Reverend Lawrence Johnson – a retired priest of the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis who had voluntarily withdrawn from all ministry in 2014 – has been authorized to return to public ministry in the … Continue reading
Sixth Report by the Archdiocese on its Status and Progress of Implementation of the Settlement Agreement
This morning, the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis and the Ramsey County Attorney’s Office appeared at its scheduled, periodic hearing in Ramsey County Court before Judge Teresa R. Warner. At that time, the Archdiocese filed its sixth semi-annual Report with … Continue reading
Documents Posted: Second Independent, External Audit of the Archdiocese’s Safe Environment Policies and Procedures
A second independent, external audit of the Archdiocese’s Safe Environment policies and procedures was conducted and it found that the Archdiocese is in substantial compliance with the Ramsey County Settlement Agreement. A copy of the audit, from StoneBridge Business Partners, and … Continue reading
Supporting the Mission of the Church FY 2018
View the Management Discussion and Analysis and Financial Statements. The Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis serves Catholics and the greater 12-county Twin Cities community. The following narrative explains the function of each department and the funding level for Fiscal Year 2018. … Continue reading
Financial Officer Report FY 2018
Author’s note: The following comments elaborate on the financial statements of the archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis Chancery Corporation (“archdiocese”) that ended June 30, 2018. View condensed financial statements below, as well as the Management Discussion and Analysis and Financial Statements. … Continue reading
Seeing beyond the numbers
This column was featured in The Catholic Spirit as part of the Archdiocesan Chancery Corporation Annual Financial Report for FY 2018. View the Management Discussion and Analysis and Financial Statements. While it’s not unusual to hear Christ characterized in our tradition as “teacher,” “shepherd,” “physician,” “advocate,” … Continue reading
Optional Memorial: Blessed Solanus Casey, July 30
Date: Thursday, July 19, 2018 Source: Office of Worship Archbishop Bernard Hebda has received permission from the Vatican to include Blessed Casey’s feast day on the Archdiocesan liturgical calendar. It will occupy the rank of optional memorial (alongside the optional memorial … Continue reading
Letter from Archbishop Hebda Regarding Bishop Accountability, Survivor Outreach (In English & Spanish)
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Many of you have reminded me that our Church needs to face today’s challenges with more direct action. Changes must be made that will prevent regression to old ways. I am taking additional steps … Continue reading
Archbishop Hebda Invites Young Adults to Abuse Crisis Listening Sessions
Archbishop Hebda invites young adults (ages 18-39) of the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis to join him for listening sessions regarding the abuse crises in the Church. Watch the invitation: https://youtu.be/cqoLEObJRiQ
Statement from Archbishop Bernard Hebda Regarding the Death of Bishop Robert Morlino
From Archbishop Bernard A. Hebda: Our hearts go out to the priests and faithful of the Diocese of Madison, who mourn the loss of their selfless Shepherd, Bishop Robert Morlino. As a seminarian and young priest, I was inspired by … Continue reading
Archbishop Hebda and Bishop Cozzens Reflect on USCCB Fall General Assembly
From Archbishop Bernard A. Hebda: “I was grateful for the honest discussions that took place on the floor of the USCCB meetings and for what I perceived as a consensus that every bishop should be held accountable for his actions … Continue reading
Archbishop Hebda and Bishop Cozzens React to Delay of Votes on USCCB Abuse Reform Measures
From Archbishop Bernard A. Hebda: “I was stunned by the news but am confident that it will not lessen the US bishops’ resolve to bring about meaningful reform. I am sure that we will be able to use the extra … Continue reading
U.S. Bishops Meet Nov. 12-14 in Baltimore; Assembly Live Streamed
Watch the archived video on the USCCB’s Video On-Demand page. The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) will gather for the 2018 Fall General Assembly in Baltimore, November 12-14. The assembly will begin with an address by Cardinal Daniel … Continue reading
Archbishop Hebda Addresses Abuse Survivors at Hearing in U.S. Bankruptcy Court
From Archbishop Bernard A. Hebda to abuse survivors at hearing today in U.S. Bankruptcy Court I come before you today to humbly offer a few thoughts as the shepherd of this Archdiocese. First, I need to once again say that … Continue reading
Documents Posted: Joint Chapter 11 Plan of Reorganization of the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis
The following documents are available on this website pertaining to the Joint Chapter 11 Plan of Reorganization of the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis. Document filed with the Court on September 25, 2018: Confirmation Order Document filed with the … Continue reading