Bishop Ricken
Next week, we will again celebrate Catholic Schools Week at each of our 53 Catholic elementary and high schools here in the Diocese of Green Bay. I … Read More
Building schools of discipleship
Bishop’s Corner
A visit to Rome and with Pope Francis
Bishop Ricken
A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to travel to Rome, where I joined 24 other bishops from the Upper Midwest. Every five to seven years … Read More
Finding and sharing goodness, beauty and truth
Bishop Ricken
A few weeks ago, I traveled to Baltimore to attend meetings for the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops. These meetings, which take place every year in June … Read More
Never take the blessing of food for granted
Bishop Ricken
In a few days, many of us will gather together with family and friends to celebrate Thanksgiving. This year I am especially grateful for my family, for … Read More
A Day for Healing: Sharing God’s love with others
Bishop Ricken
I recently had the pleasure of spending a day with parish and diocesan staff and volunteers at the KI Center in Green Bay. This gathering was a … Read More
Respect Life Month: Our commitment to the unborn
Bishop Ricken
During the month of October, the Catholic Church celebrates Respect Life Month. This year’s theme, “Christ Our Hope: In Every Season of Life,” reminds us that the … Read More
Why we need missionary disciples
Bishop Ricken
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, In my column last month, I shared with you our diocesan goals for the next five years. As I said then, … Read More
Natural disasters and migration
Bishop Ricken
As you probably know, in early September the Bahamas were hit by a devastating Category 5 hurricane. More than 50 people were killed while thousands more lost … Read More
The ‘one by One’ campaign launch
Bishop Ricken
Imagine being a middle-aged homeless woman with a teenage son, not knowing if you and your child will have a safe place to spend the night, or … Read More
Building a culture of missionary discipleship
Bishop Ricken
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Three years ago, after consultation with my staff, and through the guidance of the Holy Spirit, I announced a new vision … Read More
