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St. Joseph High School Visit

Once again our pastoral Center and Cathedral of the Madeleine hosted many students from St. Joseph High School for their annual visit. >>>

Commission for People with Disabilities

I was very happy to meet with the Diocesan Commission for People with Disabilities. >>>

The Death Penalty in Utah

Many persons and groups who oppose the death penalty gathered at Scott Matheson Courthouse to protest the death penalty ahead of the hearing that in fact did result in a date given to Mr. Ronnie Lee Gardner. >>>

The Diocesan Council of Catholic Women

Congratulations to the DCCW for their highly successful weekend meeting at the end of April. >>>

Utah Department of Education

I had a very interesting meeting at the end of April with state superintendent Larry Shumway and Deputy Superintendent Martell Menlove >>>

Catholic Schools Dinner

Congratulations to all those teachers and staff that were honored at the Embassy Suites on April 28 for their accomplishments in our Catholic Schools. >>>

Two Noted Retirees

 On April 30 we had separate farewell parties for two exemplary workers in our diocese.  >>>

Many contribute to successful Confirmations in the diocese

As I travel the diocese this Easter Season to celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation, I never cease to be amazed at the wonderful people who work so hard to prepare our young people and adults to receive the Holy Spirit. I appreciate all they do and of course they are recognized at the end of each Mass: the pastors, associate pastors, Directors of Religious Education and parish administrators. Without their unparalleled help, our Confirmation programs would not be nearly as successful as they are. I am pleased to have this opportunity to thank all these people once again and I do so gladly.

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Knights of Columbus recognize Knight, Family of the Year

Jesus calls his Church to be a people of love, and the Knights of Columbus exemplify this commandment, said the Most Rev. John C. Wester, bishop of Salt Lake City, during the Mass that preceded the 103rd State Convention Awards Banquet May 1. >>>