SHAWANO — Tucked into a semi-rural section of the City of Shawano, John and Betty Kadlec’s home comes with a view of woodlands and prairie that fox … Read More
Author Archives: Sam Lucero
Franciscan sisters welcome nuncio to Manitowoc
MANITOWOC — In celebration of their 150th anniversary, the Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity welcomed a special guest to their motherhouse in early July. French-born Archbishop Christophe … Read More
Biking for Babies kicks off northern tour at shrine
CHAMPION — In 10 years, Biking for Babies has grown from the humble beginning of two guys who cycled across the state of Illinois to four national … Read More
Sisters who care for elderly also care for animals at petting zoo
MOUNT CALVARY —All God’s creatures come together at Cristo Rey Ranch, a petting zoo about 55 miles north of Green Bay run by Catholic sisters. The compound … Read More
Her faith was nourished by youth
HORTONVILLE — Tina Ellenbecker was home with her children Jaryd and Kacie when they were little, but in 1998, when they were both in school, she decided … Read More
Key to happiness is surrendering life into God’s hands
Bishop Ricken
My dear brothers and sisters in Christ, In my last column on discipleship (The Compass, June 7), I touched on the truth that Jesus is standing patiently … Read More
Catholic Foundation awards $4.6 million in grants to church groups
ALLOUEZ — The Catholic Foundation has made available $4.6 million in distributions supporting Catholic ministries and causes in the areas of education, service and ministry. Through more … Read More
Celebrating wedding anniversaries
Luckily, the rainy spring has given way to warm summer days and we have entered into what is known in our office as “wedding season.” The wedding … Read More
July heat wave can be deadly
The news ran rampant when a golden retriever died in a hot car at Lambeau Field July 11. Its owner was shopping inside. One news station reported … Read More
Fr. Frank Weber, 74, dies; was ordained in Philadelphia
ALLOUEZ — Fr. Frank Weber, former pastor at Holy Rosary Parish, New Holstein, and St. Ann Parish, St. Anna, died July 14 at age 74. Fr. Weber, … Read More
