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Pope decries chauvinism, violence against women
Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes attracts thousands to shrine
Actress brings message of hope; America Ferrera of "Ugly Betty" talks at Catholic high school
Archbishop Donald W. Wuerl -- God's revelation to us takes place in stages: God offers eternal life if we accept his Word and believe
Fr. Ron Rolheiser -- Images for Lent: Religious, anthropological images help make season more meaningful
Charlie Martin -- Appreciating everyday blessings; God's goodness manifests in the present moment
Understanding the Mass by Fr. Tom Margevicius -- Liturgy of the Word: Proclaiming salvation; The honor given to the Word of God
Fr. Richard McBrien -- Chair of Peter represents pastoral authority of St. Peter over universal church
George Weigel -- Books examine miracles, lessons of Lourdes; Lourdes shows us that suffering is integral part of human experience
plus ... Sisters of the Sorrowful Mother 125th Anniversary
Articles found only in this special section of the Feb. 15 print issue:
SSM: A history of contemplation and prayer; Founder drew from Franciscan, Carmelite backgrounds
Chaplain's presence underscores hospital's mission; Sisters help staff remember the history of where they work
Keeping them in stitches and clean veils; Sister loves quilting, handles many tasks
Future blends technology and traditions; Three foci guide sisters through this decade |

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Friday fish fries
It's a Lenten thing - and it's healthy when cooked right
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FISH DINNERS: Willy Kelly serves fish dinners Feb. 8 at Resurrection Church in Allouez. Friday fish fries are a staple in the Green Bay Diocese. (Tony Staley photo)
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By Tony Staley
Compass Correspondent
GREEN BAY -- It's Friday. It's Lent. That can mean only one thing: Going to an area parish or restaurant and ordering baked, broiled or grilled salmon, herring or mackerel to fill up on those essential and healthy omega-3 fatty acids.
Right.
More likely, it means eating deep-fried perch, cod, shrimp or other fish, along with a serving of fries.
Can fish be considered a healthy food?
Yes, said a recent news release from the National Fisheries Institute, a trade group representing companies in the fish and seafood industry, and Barb Herald, a registered dietician at St. Vincent Hospital in Green Bay. Full story ...

She's keeping the faith
Busy mom finds time to read The Compass; finds it enriches faith
Sidebar: Bishop's Appeal at a glance
Replica of Shroud of Turin comes to Marinette Feb. 23
Faith Alive initiatives continue in motion
Green Bay area parishes to continue collaborative efforts
Sidebar: Parish Clusters for Faith Alive's Collaboration of Ministries
Appleton native battles leukemia
Family seeks bone marrow donors as son continues treatment in Milwaukee
Sidebar: Become a bone marrow donor
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Reflection on the Readings by Auxiliary Bishop Morneau --
for February 17, 2008: Business between God and each of us (Lent)
Explaining the Scripture by Fr. Michael Stubbs --
for February 17, 2008: Jesus is the source of light to guide us (Lent)
Editorial -- Love and marriage
Church resources help couples create sacramental relationships, avoid heartaches
Foundations of Faith -- What are the unspoken phrases of the Lenten season? (Lent)
The Gloria and the Alleluia don't fit well with the penitential sense of Lent
Sites of Tour -- Pilgrimage series: St. Paul Outside the Walls
Your Catholic Neighbor -- Big heart manifested in service
Rader finds that helping others is rewarding
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