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LEAVEN to open a satellite office at Hortonville parish

Apostles Clock back ticking in Oshkosh museum

Madison Catholics hear bishop's message, then go to polls

Holy Hill Church to be dedicated as minor basilica

Pope: Change your lifestyle to benefit the poor

U.S. bishops counting ballot measure wins and losses

Pope says church must show how values are interwoven

All eyes on Court over partial-birth abortion ban

Pope pushing dialogue and understanding with Islam

Fr. Ron Rolheiser -- Communion of Saints brings a happy death

Francis Butler -- Stewards provide accountability

Kathy Hamer -- We're never junk in the eyes of God

Charlie Martin -- Thanksgiving brings perspective

Fr. John Dietzen -- Just what is penance meant to do?

Fr. Richard McBrien -- Giving thanks for those who minister in church

George Weigel -- Islamic leaders could help move history in a benign way

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Faith Alive forum draws crowd
Proposal seeks parish collaboration in nine different ministries
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TOWN MEETING: John Reid and Maureen Gallagher of The Reid Group lead a listening session on the Faith Alive proposal Nov. 9 at Legends in De Pere. (Rick Evans photo)
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By Brian Kohls
Compass Correspondent
DE PERE -- Some 400 people attended a Faith Alive project listening session Nov. 9 to learn more about a proposal for Green Bay area parishes to work together in nine different ministries.
In September, The Reid Group, a Seattle consulting firm hired by the diocese for Faith Alive, issued a preliminary report that called on parishes to pool resources and work together on adult faith formation, Catholic schools, evangelization, liturgy & music, outreach & pastoral care, peace and justice, religious education for children, stewardship, and youth and young adult ministry.
But the question-and-answer part of the listening session focused primarily on Catholic Schools. Full story ...

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Just for Kids
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Bishops fund abuse study, ask Iraq talks
Priorities and plans win approval, as do documents on contraception, music

Bishops react to results from election
Votes on referenda lead to both gratitude and disappointment

Former Freedom principal accepts her termination
Pastor also will leave

Prayer group helps students grow in faith
Kids at St. John the Baptist School give up recess time to pray
Thanksgiving |

Bridging the Gap by Bishop David Zubik -- From the bottom of my heart
Many people to thank this holiday, including God
Editorial -- Give thanks, then...
We have a lot to be thankful for and a responsibility to help others in the world
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Bridging the Gap by Bishop David Zubik -- From the bottom of my heart

Reflection on the Readings by Auxiliary Bishop Morneau --
for November 19, 2006: What about the next world's wonders?

Explaining the Scripture by Fr. Michael Stubbs --
for November 19, 2006: Jesus' word reaches all generations

Editorial -- Give thanks, then...
We have a lot to be thankful for and a responsibility to help others in the world

Editorial -- Some good news for some
Change meant some could go back

Foundations of Faith -- Prophecy is not usually about telling the future
We are called to be prophets of God like Elijah, Deborah
Sidebar: Prophetic literature in Bible

Saint of the Day -- A woman who led hundreds
St. Hilda oversaw a double monastery of men, women

Stewardship: A Way of Life -- Stewards know where gifts come from
By taking time to go on a retreat we can renew commitment to discipleship

Calendar of events

 Articles on 2006 Bishop's Appeal
Editorial -- Appeal needs you (Mar. 31, 2006)
Helping to bring spirituality home (Mar. 31, 2006)
Sidebar: Traits of a Functional (not perfect!) Family
Kaukauna's Padre John serves far-flung parish (Mar. 24, 2006)
Students choose mission over Florida beaches (Mar. 17, 2006)
Young men invite God to help them discern (Mar. 10, 2006)
Brother brings social teachings to community (Mar. 3, 2006)
Faith comes alive for all ages at the same time (Feb. 24, 2006)
'I never saw myself as a very holy guy' (Feb. 17, 2006)
Ministry helps Hispanic youth encounter Christ (Feb. 10, 2006)
Appeal targets $5 million for the first time (Feb. 3, 2006)
Pie chart of Bishop's Appeal use (Feb. 3, 2006)
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