The U.P. Catholic Newsletter
December 2024
2024 Our Lady of Guadalupe Mass
in Spanish
at St. Peter Cathedral, Marquette
JOHN FEE & CATY MRAZ | THE U.P. CATHOLIC
(Top photo) From left, Fr. Dustin Larson, Fr. Brandon Oman, Bishop John Doerfler and Dcn. Tom Foye pray during the Mass said in Spanish on the feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe at St. Peter Cathedral on Dec. 12, 2024. (Bottom photo) Attendees of the Mass enjoy socializing at the potluck dinner after Mass.
A Mass said in Spanish was held on the feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe on Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024 at St. Peter Cathedral in Marquette. Bishop John Doerfler was the principal celebrant. Concelebrating were Frs. Brandon Oman (cathedral pastor) and Dustin Larson. Dcn. Tom Foye was the assisting deacon and Dcn. Paul Lochner served as emcee. Afterward, those present enjoyed fellowship at a potluck dinner.
Priests of the diocese share
Christmas traditions from around the world
By Caty Mraz
The U.P. Catholic
COURTESY PHOTO
Fr. Vinoy Panthilapadam (far right) poses for a photo as Christmas gifts are distributed to children in India. The gifts are also given to non-Christian children in remote villages during the Christmas season.
Women religious of the diocese
reflect on favorite Christmas gifts
Women religious of the Diocese of Marquette share memories of some of their favorite Christmas gifts they have received over the years.
Bishop John Doerfler's Christmas Message 2024
Family question and answer series:
O’Brien Family
By Hattie Hanold
The U.P. Catholic
COURTESY PHOTO
The O’Brien family from left: Cecilia, Benjamin, Scarlet, Hannah and Violet.
"If you are discerning a vocation to the married life, remember it is a calling from God—He will give you the grace for it in the present moment. Don’t be afraid of the challenges ... Stay close to Him," said Hannah O'Brien.
