Editorials

In 1888, a farmer wanted to find a way to make fertilizer from animal carcasses. So Amos Herbert Hanson developed and patented “alkaline hydrolysis.” In Wisconsin, we … Read More

This week’s Compass features a special section devoted to the newest Catholic bishop in the United States, the Diocese of Green Bay’s own Daniel Felton, bishop of … Read More

Have you been praying for an end to the COVID-19 pandemic? Most of us have, for more than a year now. However, there is a monthlong effort … Read More

Saturday, May 1, will be a memorable day for more than 2,000 people representing 31 states. They will participate in the eighth “Walk to Mary” from the … Read More

Last week, Eric Ulrich, a New York City Council member, shared publicly that he suffers from alcoholism. In a Facebook message to his constituents, which was reported … Read More

One of the most moving encounters in Pope Francis’ papacy took place on Feb. 20, 2021. That day, the pope paid a visit to the home of … Read More

One of the most inspiring things we get to post in The Compass each year is the listing of free holiday dinners held around the 16 counties … Read More

A new “docuseries” debuted this month on Netflix, “Murder Among the Mormons.” It caught my attention because the events portrayed in this three-part series happened in Salt … Read More

In his 2019 message for World Water Day, observed each year on March 22, Pope Francis stated that water “is an essential good for the balance of … Read More

We’re in the home stretch. So how are things with your soul? We’ve come halfway through Lent. (Actually, March 11 is the midpoint of Lent, but the … Read More