DIOCESE OF SAINT CLOUD
VOICE OF HOPE
HEART OF MERCY
HANDS OF JUSTICE
DIOCESE OF SAINT CLOUD
HEART OF MERCY • VOICE OF HOPE • HANDS OF JUSTICE
Our Mission
We, the people of God of the Diocese of Saint Cloud, in union with the Universal Church,
believe in and proclaim the presence of Jesus Christ in our world.
Our mission is to be His heart of mercy,
voice of hope, and hands of justice.
From the Diocese
Nine Regional Ministry Gatherings are scheduled under the theme “One Body: Gathered, Nourished, Sent.”
For more information, visit www.stcdio.org/RMG2021.
The bishops of Minnesota have reinstated the obligation to attend Mass on Sundays and Holy Days of Obligation in all of our dioceses beginning the weekend of July 3-4.
Bishop Kettler shares his hopes for the teaching document on the Eucharist.
Read Bishop Kettler’s message >
AVAILABLE ON CABLE, NURSING HOMES AND LOCAL RADIO STATIONS
Diocese of Saint Cloud TV Mass
Our diocesan televised Mass reaches nearly all households in our diocese through network programming each Sunday morning. This Mass is a wonderful opportunity for our home bound parishioners to enjoy their faith with the Diocese of Saint Cloud. Those who can’t watch the Mass on television are invited to view it online. This ministry is fully supported by donations and through the Bishop’s Annual Appeal. Get viewing information or watch the online TV Mass>
CONVERSATIONS ON AUDIO
Minnesota Catholic Podcast is a series of conversations which covers three areas of interest. The “Heart of Mercy” minute, is a series of podcasts with St. Cloud Bishop Donald Kettler. “Hands of Justice” is a series of podcasts featuring local speakers discussing social issues impacting Catholic culture today. And “Voices of Hope” features guests from across the globe to our own backyard, who bring with them stories of hope, inspiration and wisdom. This show is made possible through the Bishop’s Annual Appeal for the Diocese of St. Cloud, Minnesota.
Family Together
Being the Domestic Church
“Becoming Eucharist: Mealtime Table Talk for Families,” the newest resource from Catholic Education Ministries, offers family reflection questions based on the Lectionary readings for each Sunday of the month in both Spanish and English. You can access it at https://familytogether.stcdio.org, where you also can download a monthly, printable PDF edition. This is a great formational resource for families without adding more to their already full plates.
What is the Emmaus Institute?
The Emmaus Institute for Ministry Formation is a four-year intellectual and ministerial formation program for lay leadership ministry and potential Latino/Hispanic diaconal candidates from the Diocese of Saint Cloud, in partnership with Saint John’s School of Theology and Seminary. Its purpose is to create well-formed ministers who will serve the mission of the Gospel in their families, parishes, and wider communities throughout the diocese. Read more>