Special Anniversary Edition September, 2014
Presenter Spotlight Bishop Álvaro Ramazzini
Most Reverend Álvaro Ramazzini is the Bishop of Huehuetenango, Guatemala. Born and raised in Guatemala, Bishop Ramazzini was ordained a priest in 1971. He was ordained Bishop of San Marcos, Guatemala on January 6, 1989, and was bishop there for 23 years. On May 14, 2012, he became the Bishop of Huehuetenango, Guatemala. As a priest and bishop he has been involved in the Church’s advocacy for social justice, especially in the area of protecting the rights of indigenous people, and has become known as one of Latin America’s most important human rights leaders. He is the 2011 recipient of the renowned Pacem in Terris Peace and Freedom Award (2011), given “to honor a person for their achievements in peace and justice, not only in their country but in the world.” He is known throughout Guatemala, and the world, as a bishop with a strong connection with and love for the people.
(Bishop Ramazzini will be speaking at a general session for Spanish-speaking participants on Saturday morning, and will concelebrate the Mass at the celebration.)
Most Reverend Álvaro Ramazzini es el Obispo de Huehuetenango, Guatemala. El Obispo Ramazzini nació y creció en Guatemala y fue ordenado como Sacerdote en 1971. Él fue elegido como Obispo de San Marcos, Guatemala el 6 de Enero de 1989, y sirvió ahí como Obispo por 23 años. El 14 de Mayo del 2012 se convirtió en Obispo de Huehuetenango, Guatemala. Como Sacerdote y Obispo, él ha estado involucrado en grupos de apoyo de la Iglesia por la justicia social, especialmente en el área de protección de los derechos de la gente indígena, y él es conocido en América Latina como un líder muy importante en el área de Derechos Humanos. El recibió en el año 2011 el renombrado premio por la libertad “Paz en la Tierra” o “Pacem in Terris Peace and Freedom Award”, otorgado para “honrar a una persona por sus logros en la Paz y la Justicia no solo en su País natal, pero en el resto del mundo. Él es conocido a través de Guatemala y el mundo, como un Obispo con una convicción fuerte de amor con, y por la gente. (El Obispo Ramazzini será el orador principal en la sesión general para los participantes de habla hispana el sábado por la mañana, y concelebrará la Misa en la Celebración).
"Where does Jesus send us? There are no borders, no limits – he sends us to everyone. The Gospel is for everyone..." (Pope Francis, Closing Mass for World Youth Day 2013)
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Parish Families Connected By Faith We continue to share images of our parishes. Our photo album this month shows Churches established through the years 1871 - 1882.
St. Patrick, Lanesboro, Est.1871
St. Mary, Madelia, Est.1872
Immaculate Conception, Wilson, Est.1874
St. Theodore, Albert Lea, Est.1877
St. Leo, Pipestone, Est.1878
St. Casimir, Wells, Est.1880
Basilica of St. Stanislaus Kostka, Winona, Est. 1871
St. James, St. James, Est.1873
St. Rose of Lima, Lewiston, Est.1876
St. Alyosius, Elba, Est.1877
St. Kilian, Saint Kilian, Est.1878
Immaculate Heart of Mary, Currie, Est.1881
St. John Nepomucene, Winona, Est.1871
St. Ann, Janesville, Est.1874
St. Theresa, Mapleton, Est.1876
St. Gabriel, Fulda, Est.1878
St. Ignatius, Spring Valley, Est.1878
Sacred Heart, Heron Lake, Est.1881
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota, Winona, Est.1871
Immaculate Conception, Saint Clair, Est.1874
St. James, Twin Lakes, Est.1876
St. Finbarr, Grand Meadow, Est.1878
St. Joseph, Waldorf, Est.1878
St. Catherine of Alexandria, Luverne, Est.1881
St. Mary, Houston, Est.1872
Sacred Heart, Waseca, Est.1874
St. Adrian, Adrian, Est.1877
Holy Trinity, Litomysl, Est.1878
All Saints, New Richland, Est.1879
St. John Vianney, Fairmont, Est. 1882
September, 2014 w The Courier
September, 2014 w The Courier
September, 2014
Special Anniversary Edition As we celebrate our 125 years of faithful service in the Diocese of Winona, I look forward to seeing all of you at our 125th Anniversary Celebration on September 12 – 13! There will be events for children, families and adults. Please come join us in celebrating the rich history of our diocese. God bless you. Most Rev. John M. Quinn, Bishop of the Diocese of Winona
What a wonderful opportunity to come together to celebrate all the good our Diocese has done in the last 125 years! We rejoice in the great dignity of every woman and man who has and continues to make this diocese great! - Theresa
I invite you to “come and see the awesome deeds” (Psalm 66) that God has been doing in the southern Minnesota for the past 125 years! Learn of our past, witness our present and look ahead to the future. This is a time to embrace our shared faith, celebrate our diverse talents and gifts, and together look ahead to ‘Where Jesus Sends Us’ to multiply those gifts and return them with increase. - Joel
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Children from ages 4 to 12 are invited to come to Loyola Intermediate School (formerly Fitzgerald Middle School) to enjoy fun activities centered on the 125th Diocesan Celebration. Planned activities will include teaching children to juggle. Additional crafts, lessons, and Bible stories will be engaging and educational. Come join the fun at Loyola! Marsha Stenzel, Superintendent of Catholic Schools
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sacraments. We have given praise and thanks to God and received the grace which God so freely gives. Join us for the 125th anniversary festival Eucharist on Saturday in honor of the Holy Cross. In our gathering the Church will be made manifest around the table of the Lord. Fr. John Sauer, Director, Office of Worship