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New Earth CATHOLIC DIOCESE
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FARGO
September 2011 October 2014 Vol. 35 No. 32 No. 98 Vol.
“Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth” — Rev. 21:1
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‘How good and pleasant it is, when brothers dwell together as one!’
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Nearly every member of the Fargo Presbyterate stood on the steps leading into the St. James Basilica in Jamestown on Sept. 29. These men celebrated the ordination anniversaries of their brother priests during the annual Jubilarian Mass.
Fargo presbyterate‘s unity on display during annual priests’ days By Aliceyn Magelky
Anniversaries of ordination recognized
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Seven priests were honored during the Jubilarian Mass including Bishop Folda. Alongside the bishop, these priests concelebrated Mass with their fellow clergy. The priests recognized that day, their years since ordination and their whereabouts today include:
or all that has been, thanks. For all that will be, yes,” quoted Bishop John Folda in a homily delivered primarily to priests from the Diocese of Fargo Sept. 29 at the St. James Basilica in Jamestown. Clergy from all corners of the diocese gathered that day in special tribute to their brother priests observing ordination anniversaries of significance at the annual Jubilarian Mass and banquet. The quote, written by Dag Hammarskjold, a Scandinavian statesman in his journal, “Markings,” “captures a little bit of what we feel as priests,” continued Bishop Folda. “For all that has been, requires a certain depth of faith, even the difficult. How great is the blessing of the priesthood!” “A priest is called to let go of his own life, conformed in Christ and obedient to the Father. Each one of us has had to die a little bit more. But, we must give thanks. Often, through our own suffering, Christ accomplishes his greatest work. As agents of ministry, healing, let us renew our resolve to live joyfully, a greater joy than ever,” Bishop Folda said.
n Bishop John Folda — 25 years — serving as bishop of the Fargo Diocese. n Monsignor Alan Nilles — 65 years — retired, living in West Fargo. n Father Claude Seeberger, OSB — 65 years — serving as chaplain for Sisters of Mary of the Presentation in Valley City. n Monsignor Joseph Senger — 60 years — retired, living in Minot. n Father Jack Herron — 40 years — serving as chaplain in the U.S. Army and stationed in Hawaii. Please turn to PRESBYTERATE on page 3