English Translation of Roman Missal

Yesterday, the Bishops of this country received word through our Conference President, Cardinal Francis George, that we have received the official text of the English translation of the Roman Missal, third edition. For the first time since the transition from the Latin texts to English following the Second Vatican Council Read more…

Good Shepherd

The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.   In verdant pastures he gives me repose; Beside restful waters he leads me; he refreshes my soul.   He guides me in right paths for his name’s sake.  Even though I walk in the dark valley I fear no evil; for you Read more…

Cathedral Restored – Reopened

Once again for the diocese of Cheyenne, and the first time for me as Bishop, we have an intact Cathedral. For nearly twelve months, the Cathedral has either been under some form of restoration, or completely closed for ongoing work.  Very little went untouched during this time.  There were few modifications, Read more…

Celibacy For The Kingdom

In Today’s Gospel, we hear the challenging words of Jesus regarding marriage and divorce.  After being asked by his disciples why Moses allowed divorce, Jesus replied:  Because of the hardness of your hearts Moses allowed you to divorce your wives, but from the beginning it was not so.  I say Read more…

Spiritual Vitamins

Just a word of encouragement this morning to all of the readers of this blog. Today is the feast of St. Clare, companion of St. Francis. Her spirituality revolved around a deep love for Jesus, and gave expression in a unique and powerful way to His poverty and humility. I Read more…

The Glory of God

Yesterday, Jesus tells us: Your Father is pleased to give you the kingdom.  Indeed, this is a marvelous gift!  It is one more telling indicator of the Father’s tremendous love for us.  Through Christ, he called us to life, and in the same Christ brought about the marvelous work of Read more…

Back In The Saddle

As my staff will tell anyone, I’ve enjoyed a fair amount of free time this past month (or so). Even though I’ve done a lot of reading and “thinking”, there has also been time to relax, visit family and travel with some friends. This past week some friends came out Read more…