Dear Friends,
I saw God walking across the Upper Peninsula. When I stopped to ask him why He was here, He replied, "I'm working from home this week."
I love that joke I read recently on social media because it rings quite true. While some things have remained the same - like a beautiful U.P. summer, other things have changed dramatically - like working from home.
I miss seeing all my office mates on a regular basis, and my Church family too. But one thing does not change, and that's God's love for us. He is with us during this trying time, here in our beautiful part of the world.
If this period of time has you thinking about adding a gift to the Church in your will, as it has for many, here are some of my current thoughts on planned giving.
Finally, join me in praying for teachers, students, and staff across our diocese as they start the school year, especially in our beloved Catholic schools. The Upper Peninsula Catholic Foundation gave grants this summer to ALL of our Catholic schools. For the full story, including the amount given by school, click here.
Gratefully,
Terri
U.P. Catholic schools make national news! "Catholic schools in the Diocese of Marquette, Michigan, have made a bold move to embrace an educational curriculum of the past to pave the way for a vibrant future. The diocese is the first in the nation to fully move all of its schools to a classical Catholic curriculum." - National Catholic Register Read the full story here.
Congratulations to David Guenther of St. Paul's (Negaunee), this year's recipient of the Catholic Service Award. Dave's Christian stewardship is an inspiration to others. Please enjoy the video above that celebrates Dave!
A Mass marking the centennial of the rebuilding of St. Ann Parish (Baraga) took place on August 8, 2020. Bishop John Doerfler celebrated the Mass with Father Corey Litzner, pastor, concelebrating. Founded in 1886 under its first pastor, Father Gerhard Terhorst, the original church burned in 1918. The new, and current church, was consecrated on May 27, 1920. We celebrate the people of St. Anne's parish whose stewardship over the last 100 years brought them to this blessed milestone.
The Upper Peninsula Catholic Service Appeal kicks off in September. Get a sneak peek of the Gifts At Work newsletter and read the full story about High School Youth Minister, Katelyn McKeen, here.
Have you heard about the YooperCatholic website yet? It’s a place where you can read all about what’s happening with Catholics across our Diocese. And if you subscribe now, you’ll receive a free Yooper Catholic sticker you can proudly display.
The Diocese of Marquette has received three grants for the “Sisters on the Frontlines” program. The program provides grants of $1,000 per sister to Catholic sisters working directly with people impacted by COVID-19. To read the full story click here.
Attached to a recent donation to Yoopers for Seminarians was this note:
"My daughter and I had a rummage sale so I had a little 'extra' money to send you!"
Thank you for your generous spirit! If you'd like to receive the YFS newsletter at home, click the yellow button below.
Ever wondered why they do that at Mass? Our diocesan website is full of information on the ins and outs of sacred liturgy. Click here to get your questions answered!
A Traditional Latin Missa Cantata High Mass will be offered for the Feast of the Immaculate Heart of Mary on Saturday, September 5th at Saint Joseph and St. Patrick's Parish (Escanaba.) Fr. Michael Kowalewski, an associate pastor from Iron Mountain, will be celebrating this very reverent Mass as his first public Traditional Latin Mass and will be in gold and blue vestments to fully honor Our Lady. Serving for this Holy Mass will be a volunteer group of Catholic gentlemen from the Iron Mountain area. For those that cannot attend physically, there will be a live stream on St. Joseph & St. Patrick's Facebook page.
What's your favorite drink to keep you cool on these hot summer days?
I enjoy fresh-squeezed lemonade.
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Sun-kissed iced tea is my favorite.
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Water for me!
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Heat or not, I need my caffeine. Give me coffee!
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