Yesterday, I joined the Knights of Columbus gathered in Casper for this year’s State Convention. They have been gathered since Friday morning. I joined them for 6:00 Mass Saturday evening and the Banquet that followed. The Brother Knight from Cody, Ken Stockwell, representing the Supreme Council gave some rather staggering statistics Read more…
The final Confirmation “run” of the season is underway. Once again, a good friend from Indiana has come out to spend some time and help with the driving. We left Cheyenne on Tuesday, and will be on the road until next Friday. Yesterday morning, I had a nice visit with Read more…
Today, the Pope who instituted Divine Mercy Sunday is declared “Blessed”, Pope John Paul II. Each time I see a video clip, or read something of his writings, or hear the homily from today’s beatification ceremony, my heart is still moved and my faith stirred and inspired by this holy Read more…
I spent the morning with a wonderful faith community, St. Paul in Pine Bluffs, Wyoming. This was the only Mass this weekend for St. Paul, St. Peter and St. Joseph. We had seven Confirmations, along with seven young people who made their First Communion. It was heart-warming to see the three Read more…
The Confirmation run around the state is nearly two thirds complete. I have had the good fortune this trip of having a good friend from Indiana with me. Mark Seabrook (see photo below) wanted to see the state, and I am benefiting not only from his company, but getting some Read more…
Last night, the Casper Deanery gathered for a Mass at St. Patrick Catholic Church. It was a beautiful evening and celebration together! Once again, I believe every priest of the deanery made the effort to be present, as well as a good number of our permanent deacons. I am so Read more…