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.

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

Latest News

Photos of the week May 17, 2024

Photos featured this week include Northern Lights, Garth Brooks performing at the Vatican and more. The post Photos of the week May 17, 2024 appeared first on The Central Minnesota Read more.

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.

An up-to-date list of this year’s parish festivals. The post Parish Festivals 2024 appeared first on The Central Minnesota Catholic. Read more.

Hours after first Communion, boy begins remarkable recovery

The Dahlberg family of Coon Rapids thought their 7-year-old son would never walk again, but after receiving the sacraments of First Communion and the Anointing of the Sick in the Read more.

Poland honors papal biographer George Weigel with republic’s Order of Merit

George Weigel, the author of The New York Times bestselling biography of Pope John Paul, was awarded the Commander's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Republic of Poland Read more.

YOU BELONG HERE

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>