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  and the TV Mass for the homebound.

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From the Diocese

All are invited to become pilgrims with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament through the Diocese of Saint Cloud in the Eucharistic Revival Pilgrimage, whether for one block or 10 miles.

To see the route and for more information.

Starting in November 2023 Bishop Neary will have monthly visits for the Area Catholic Communities (ACCs), in groups of 3-4 at St. Mary’s Cathedral. During this visit each ACC will give a short presentation.

View the summaries and presentation information for the pastoral visits.

In light of the National Eucharistic Revival, St. Cloud Bishop Patrick Neary, C.S.C., was moved by the Holy Spirit to write his very first pastoral letter, “As the Father has sent me, so I send you.”

Read Bishop Neary’s Pastoral Letter

See what is happening
around the diocese

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Latest News

‘He touched our hearts,’ couple moved by sacristan’s story
‘He touched our hearts,’ couple moved by sacristan’s story

Alexandria couple tells of chance encounter with North Prairie man on Good Friday. The post ‘He touched our hearts,’ couple moved by sacristan’s story appeared first on The Central Minnesota Read more.

Catholic Charities and the Diocese of St. Cloud announce transition of Social Concerns Office
Catholic Charities and the Diocese of St. Cloud announce transition of Social Concerns Office

After careful consideration, the leadership of Catholic Charities and the Diocese of St. Cloud made the decision to move the work of the office of Social Concerns, currently under the Read more.

Bishop, diaconate community gather for annual meeting
Bishop, diaconate community gather for annual meeting

Bishop Patrick Neary gathered with the diocese’s diaconate community April 6 at Christ Our Light Parish in Princeton. The post Bishop, diaconate community gather for annual meeting appeared first on Read more.

Capuchin Father Edward Foley to speak April 13 at Newman Center in St. Cloud
Capuchin Father Edward Foley to speak April 13 at Newman Center in St. Cloud

On Saturday, April 13, Christ Church Newman Center hosts the 16th annual Father Wil Illies Heart Speaks to Heart Memorial Lecture where Capuchin Father Edward Foley will present “The Justice Read more.

Photos of the week April 12, 2024
Photos of the week April 12, 2024

Photos featured this week include a candlelit procession in memory of the six crewmen who died in the Baltimore bridge collapse, on-going restoration at Notre Dame Cathedral  and more. The 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>