DIOCESE OF SAINT CLOUD



HEART OF MERCY

VOICE OF HOPE

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.

Parishes

The Diocese of Saint Cloud has 131 parishes in 16 counties throughout central Minnesota with more than 133,000 registered Catholics.

For most Catholics, their parish is where the mission of Christ is lived. Active membership in a parish provides people the opportunity to enrich their faith life through worship within a community.

Catholic Schools

Every day, Catholic schools are dedicated

to helping each and every student grow in mind, body and spirit.

Our educators and staff are focused on strengthening the same life-long values for your child that you have instilled in them as a parent. Explore the Catholic schools and see what makes
us family.

Bishop's Annual Appeal

The ministries of the Bishop’s Annual Appeal are at the heart of the Church’s mission. They provide hope, education and spiritual growth to people throughout our diocese. These ministries include vocations, Catholic education, faith formation, marriage preparation, family life, pastoral planning, multicultural ministries, ministry to the divorced, and the TV Mass for the homebound.

From the Diocese

On November 26 at 9:30 a.m., as part of the Cathedral’s Sunday liturgy, this Mass is open to all people across the diocese and serves to remember loved ones lost by suicide and to promote healing for those who still grieve their passing.

Read about process of listening and consultation that was conducted in the diocese and around the world and view the local, regional and national reports prepared so far.

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Be a part of something life-changing – visit the Eucharistic Revival for more information to get involved.

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around the diocese

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Latest News

Saint of the Month: St. Francis Xavier
Saint of the Month: St. Francis Xavier

St. Francis Xavier cared for the sick, taught children and catechized the baptized of India, the Indonesian islands and Japan. The post Saint of the Month: St. Francis Xavier appeared Read more.

Obituary: Benedictine Sister Owen Lindblad

The Eucharist of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 27, at the Sacred Heart Chapel, Saint Benedict’s Monastery, St. Joseph, with burial in the monastery Read more.

Advent 2023 — Services, Programs, Retreats and Concerts

Services, programs, retreats and concerts around the diocese during the Advent season The post Advent 2023 — Services, Programs, Retreats and Concerts appeared first on The Central Minnesota Catholic. Read more.

Upcoming local events

Check out the upcoming events at parishes and other venues around the diocese. The post Upcoming local events appeared first on The Central Minnesota Catholic. Read more.

Saint of the month: St. Margaret of Scotland

While royals aren’t typically known for their generosity, St. Margaret of Scotland was renowned for her care for the poor and marginalized, as well as her intense piety. The post Read more.

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Young Adult Ministry

To support single and married young adults to live the Gospel message through a life of prayer, study, community, and service.

 

PROVIDING SPIRITUAL COMPANIONSHIP

Mental Health Ministry

The role of a mental health ministry team is to provide spiritual companionship, to listen and enter into relationships; provide spiritual and practical support and resources; and provide educational opportunities for mental health awareness to the parish and community.

Mental health ministry is not about solving someone’s problems, but rather listening and accompanying individuals on their journey.

Check out the resources for help.

“Whoever suffers mental illness always bears God’s image and likeness, and has an inalienable right to be considered a person and treated as such.”

– St. Pope John Paul II

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St. Cloud Diocese 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>

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>