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St. Joseph in Monticello celebrates 75th anniversary

MONTICELLO — Saint Joseph Parish had plenty to celebrate Sunday: a new statue of its patron saint, its 75th anniversary and the Sacrament of Confirmation during a Mass celebrated by the Most Rev. John C. Wester, bishop of Salt Lake City.
“We’ve done many different things to prepare for this big day and we’re so happy to be able to be here and to be able to celebrate the presence of this parish here in Monticello for 75 years,” said Father William Wheaton, the pastor. >>>

St. Catherine's Mass of the Holy Spirit moved off the grass

SALT LAKE CITY — The Mass of the Holy Spirit had some technical difficulties and was not held on the grass in the University of Utah’s President’s Circle as is tradition. It was held at Saint Catherine of Siena Parish and Newman Center Aug.. 29.
The university’s sprinklers that were promised not to come on, came on, and the generator that was promised to arrive, did not.
“The Holy Spirit had other plans for us, so we ask the Holy Spirit’s blessing on the works of this university’s staff, faculty and students,” prayed Dominican Father Peter Do, St. Catherine of Siena parochial vicar. >>>

Judge Memorial graduate elected president of Utah Education Association

SALT LAKE CITY – Sharon Gallagher-Fishbaugh took office as president of the Utah Education Association (UEA) July 15 for a two-year term. She has taught in the Salt Lake City School District for 31 years.
“I took a leave of absence from teaching to take this position,” said Gallagher-Fishbaugh, a member of Saint Ambrose Parish. “I’ve been very blessed. The Lord has been good to me. I truly feel that my ability to be the teacher I am is in large part to my colleagues, my family, but also to God.” >>>

USCCB Respect Life seminar calls for loving without measure

The Diocese of Salt Lake City Family Life Office will host the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops Respect Life seminar “The Measure of Love is to Love Without Measure,” in both Ogden and Draper Sept. 10-11. The guest presenter will be attorney Susan Wills, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops Secretariat of Pro-Life Activities and assistant director for education and outreach. >>>

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Bishop's Dinner celebrates the Cathedral of the Madeleine's history and future

SALT LAKE CITY — The Cathedral of the Madeleine has welcomed people from all religions and from all over the world since its dedication in 1909, offering concerts, lectures, religious formation and of course, Mass. It is the mother church of the people of the Catholic Diocese of Salt Lake City and a symbol of their faith. The Cathedral is listed on the Utah Register of Historic Sites and the National Register of Historic Places.
The annual Bishop’s Dinner celebrates the Cathedral community; this year, the guest speaker is the Very Rev. Rick Lawson, dean of Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral. >>>

Carmelite Fair continues in memory of Sister Mary Joseph Whipperman

HOLLADAY - Even though this year the annual Carmelite Fair will have the usual rides, food, activities and entertainments, one thing will be missing – Carmelite Sister Mary Joseph Whipperman, who was well known in the community for her smile and as the gregarious organizer of the annual Carmelite Fair. The nun, who served as the Carmelite’s extern sister, passed away in July.
But that hasn’t stopped her friends, who – together with Mother Superior Maureen Goodwin and many other hands – have put together this year’s Carmelite Fair. >>>

Parishioner creates step-by-step guide to planning a festival

WEST JORDAN – Anita Sanchez has organized a “festival in a bag,” a how-to booklet on chairing the annual Folkfest at Saint Joseph the Worker Parish.
“Anita has created a Folkfest Bible,” said Anne Kurek, St. Joseph the Worker Parish secretary. “It’s a loose-leaf notebook with about 64 chapters that covers every angle of the festival from the kitchen, to the sound system, car show, finance, field layout, publicity, even the garbage. Alicia jokes that she opens up the book and out pops a festival.” >>>

Saint John the Baptist Elementary focuses on teamwork this year

Draper – Teamwork is the theme for Saint John the Baptist Elementary School for the 2010-11 school year and was summarized nicely by 5 third grade students.
Venice: “If we work together, we will get things done.”
Alexis: “When two work together, many will join.”
Cassie: “Work will always be better if you do it together.”
Sofia: “Friendship and team work are the keys to success.”
Tyler: “If we all work together as one, we will make a difference.” >>>