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Parishes, community groups serve meals at Easter

Pope John Paul silently blesses crowd of 50,000 from his apartment window above St. Peter's Square

U.S. Bishops launch campaign to increase public opposition to death penalty

New Harris Poll shows drop in support for legalized abortion

U.S. Bishops join those urging courts to save life of Terri Schiavo, who is being denied food and water

Children's story -- Jesus walks to Emmaus with disciples, then reveals himself in Breaking of Bread

Fr. Ron Rolheiser -- Jesus' resurrection doesn't defeat evil by overpowering it, but by converting it

St. Kathryn Hermes -- The way of God is the way of risk, vulnerability and tenderness

Kathy Hamer -- Choose heroes carefully

Charlie Martin -- If we think we're in love, but it appears one-sided, slow down and re-evaluate

Fr. John Dietzen -- Question about which Bible translation to use

Fr. Richard McBrien -- Easter is at heart and center of Redemption

George Weigel -- Former Lutheran pastor learns from his conversion that obedience brings freedom

plus ... Rural Life Days 2005
Articles found only in the special section of Mar. 25 print edition:

Manitowoc dairy learns value of Hispanic work ethic

Coalition urges lawmakers to protect the environment

Space is filling fast for Badger Dairy Camp, to be held June 9-11 at UW-Madison for ages 12-18

Catholic Campaign for Human Development helps support urban garden

Green Ribbon Campaign shows support for farming

Overall, 2004 turned out to be good year for milk prices

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-- Posted: 4/02/2005, 8:53 p.m. Central Time
-- Updated: 4/07/2005, 6:35 p.m. Central Time
Bishops reflect on pontiff as leader and friend
Bps. Zubik and Wycislo inspired by Pope John Paul's character and humility
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By Tony Staley
Compass Editor
Pope John Paul was one of the church's great popes and living proof that faith in Christ can take a person through suffering to accomplish great things, Green Bay Bp. David Zubik said in a statement after the pontiff's death.
Bp. Zubik and retired Green Bay Bp. Aloysius Wycislo - a longtime friend of the pope - spoke at a press conference April 2 in front of St. Joseph Chapel on the diocesan campus. Full story ...
Sidebar: Prayer services for pope in Green Bay Diocese
Related article:
Text of statement by Bishop David Zubik
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Proclaim and know: Christ IS Risen
Like the companions of Jesus, we are witnesses to the truth that our Lord is risen and lives
Easter, 2005
Dear sisters and brothers of the Risen Christ:
"Christ IS Risen!" Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!
When Mary Magdalene, and later Peter and John came to Jesus' tomb early on that first Easter morning, they came to know that "Christ IS Risen!" (John 20:1-9)
When Jesus joined up with two of his disciples who were traveling on the road to Emmaus on that first Easter Sunday, they came to know that "Christ IS Risen!" (Luke 24:13-35) Entire column ...
Other Easter articles
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Covered by a big umbrella
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Seventh in a series on the Bishop's Appeal
By Jeff Kurowski
Compass Assistant Editor
When Bp. David Zubik appointed Fr. Paul Demuth diocesan Vicar for Ministers in October of 2004, he described the position as a "bridge between ministers and the diocese."
To build that bridge, Fr. Demuth, has implemented a team approach. Full story ...
Sidebar: Bishop's Appeal
Sidebar: Amount raised so far

Easter season brings new church (Easter)
Two Rivers Parish dedicates church to chief Apostle on April 3
They shall triumph in the risen Lord's victory (Easter)
Hundreds prepare to enter the church at Easter Vigil
Priesthood led from Vietnam to Wautoma
Stops in Arkansas, Texas and Dominican Republic happened in between
Man charged with arson in Madison cathedral fire
(posted in Mar. 18 Web issue as "New since the print edition" article)
Rural Life Days 2005:
Rural Life Days celebrate heritage and hopes
Diocese remains tied to rural community

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Bridging the Gap by Bishop David Zubik --
Proclaim and know: Christ IS Risen (Easter)

Reflection on the Readings by Auxiliary Bishop Morneau --
March 27, 2005: A feast of great juice and everlasting joy (Easter)
April 3, 2005: The grace of mercy pours into our souls

Explaining the Scripture by Fr. Richard Ver Bust --
March 27, 2005: Called to witness the Risen Lord (Easter)
April 3, 2005: Baptism demands responsibilities

Editorial -- Thoughts turn (Holy Week/Easter)
Holy Week turns our thoughts to death, but we must not forget the joy of Easter

Editorial -- Following their pattern (Easter)
Adam and Eve teach us a lesson for today

Eye on the Capitol --
Day of witness for life and dignity

Foundations of Faith --
Fulfilling this duty should be easy for all of us (Easter)
Easter duty is something most of us do at least once a week anyway

Saint of the Day --
Once crippled, then she never stopped
Restored health led Julia to found Namur community

Patti Christensen --
We are Easter people! Alleluia! (Easter)
Our mourning over personal losses can turn into redeemed rejoicing

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