Bishop Ricken
Dear Friends and Followers of Jesus, I write to you today to offer my prayers, hope and guidance as together, throughout the 16 counties of the Diocese … Read More
Responding to the coronavirus
Bishop’s Corner
St. Joseph: A model disciple for today
Bishop Ricken
In a few weeks, on March 19, we will celebrate the feast of St. Joseph, the foster father of Jesus. In my last column, I mentioned that … Read More
The example of St. Joseph: Three things we know
Bishop Ricken
A few weeks from now, on March 19, we will celebrate the feast of St. Joseph, husband of the Blessed Virgin Mary. While this is an important … Read More
Bishop’s Appeal: ‘Rising in Faith’
Bishop Ricken
The world needs the full embrace of God’s love now more than ever. “Rising in Faith” we can welcome, heal and educate! It’s our opportunity to lift … Read More
Building schools of discipleship
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
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
