Upcoming Events

Sat, Jan 25 9:00 a - 6:00 p

On the threshold of his public life, Jesus performs his first sign - at his mother's request - during a wedding feast. (John 2, 1-11) The Church attaches great importance to Jesus' presence at the wedding at Cana. She sees in it the confirmation of the goodness of marriage and the proclamation that thenceforth marriage will be an efficacious sign of Christ's presence. (Catechism of the Catholic Church, 1613) Pre-Cana is an opportunity for engaged couples to prepare for the Sacrament of Matrimony. They will learn about the beauty of Marriage as a sacrament and about how they can be an efficacious sign of Christ's presence to each other, to their future children and to those around them.

Sun, Jan 26 12:00 a - 1:00 a

The Collection for the Church in Latin America supports pastoral programs as awarded by the Subcommittee on the Church in Latin America throughout Latin America and the Caribbean. Projects include the work of evangelization, formation of laity, religious and seminarians, as well as youth ministry and catechesis. Funding is limited to programmatic expenses and excludes building construction except in cases of emergency.

Sun, Jan 26 12:00 a - 1:00 a

The essential mission of the CCC is to contribute to the process of evangelization by fostering activities in relation to television, radio, internet, and other media, and through special projects of the Catholic press. An annual collection is taken up in the dioceses, which remit 50% of the funds collected to the National Office. From these funds, grants are made by the USCCB Subcommittee on the Catholic Communication Campaign. The remaining portion of the collection is retained by the dioceses for use in local communication projects.

Sun, Jan 26 9:00 a - 10:00 a

Fri, Feb 28 6:30 p - 6:30 p

The day is now far spent … It is time to take your spouse’s hand and together, shake off the cares of the world, and put on the armor of God.[1] If you feel a need to go into the deep with your spouse, to find new levels of spiritual strength, then register for this retreat today! Come away with your spouse and pray, learn God’s unimaginable vision for marriage explained by St. John Paul II, and experience His profound love. 1. Romans 13:23 Directed by Peter and Theresa Martin. Mass with Bishop Robert Barron.

Wed, Mar 05 12:00 a - 1:00 a

We are motivated by the example of Jesus Christ to assist poor and suffering people in 93 countries on the basis of need, without regard to race, religion or nationality. Through CRS Rice Bowl, we hear stories from our brothers and sisters in need worldwide, and devote our Lenten prayers, fasting and gifts to change the lives of the poor.

Sat, Mar 29 9:00 a - 4:00 p

Open Hearts 2025, a young women's day of reflection, learning and discernment is an opportunity to listen to and get to know women who have joyfully consecrated their lives to the Lord and His Church. The day will include key note talks, community and individual prayer, time for questions, Mass and meals.

Sun, Mar 30 12:00 a - 12:00 p

This collection provides funding for Catholic Relief Services, the USCCB Offices of International Justice and Peace, Migration and Refugee Services, and Pastoral Care for Migrants and Refugees, relief work of the Holy Father, and the Catholic Legal Immigration Network.

Sat, Apr 05 8:30 a - 3:30 p

Sat, Apr 12 9:00 a - 3:00 p

Mon, Apr 14 2:00 p - 5:00 p

Fri, Apr 18 12:00 a - 1:00 a

The Collection for the Holy Land, in the words of Paul VI is "not only for the Holy Places but above all for those pastoral, charitable, educational, and social works which the Church supports in the Holy Land for the welfare of their Christian brethren and of the local communities.”

Thu, Apr 24 7:00 p - 8:00 p

Sun, Jun 29 12:00 a - 1:00 a

The Peter’s Pence Collection fulfills two aims set by the Holy See: “(1) To support the Holy Father’s mission, which extends throughout the entire world, from the proclamation of the Gospel to the promotion of integral human development, education, peace, and brotherhood among peoples: thanks also to the many activities of service carried out by the dicasteries, bodies and organs of the Holy See that assist him every day; and (2) To support the numerous charitable works in aid of people and families in difficulty, populations afflicted by natural disasters and wars, or who are in need of humanitarian assistance or support for development.”

Thu, Aug 07 5:00 p - 6:00 p

Sun, Aug 24 12:00 a - 12:00 a

Black and Native American: Mandated by the III Plenary Council in 1884, this National Collection for Black and Indian people continues as the embodiment of the Church's concern for evangelizing the Black and Indian peoples of the United States. The funds are distributed as grants to dioceses throughout the United States, supporting and strengthening evangelization programs which otherwise would cease. The Collection was formerly known as The Black and Indian Home Mission Collection. The name has been changed to accommodate the new Catholic Home Mission Collection.

Sun, Aug 24 12:00 a - 1:00 a

Launched in 1998, the Appeal strengthens the Catholic Church in the United States and its territories in 85 Latin and Eastern Catholic dioceses. The Subcommittee on the Catholic Home Missions funds a wide range of pastoral services, including evangelization, religious education, and the maintenance of mission parishes, the training of seminarians and lay ministers, and ministry with ethnic groups.

Sun, Aug 24 8:30 a - 4:00 p

Save the Date! More information and Registration will be available soon! If you didn't see the article in the Courier: https://issuu.com/dioceseofwinona/docs/the_courier_-_may_2025/7

Sat, Sep 06 10:00 a - 11:00 a

The Diocese of Winona-Rochester, in recognition and gratitude of your years of marriage, requests the honor of your presence at the Diocesan Marriage Anniversary Mass: Saturday, September 6, 2025. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass, presided by Bishop Robert Barron, will take place at ten o'clock in the morning at St. Rose of Lima, 180 S Fremont St, Lewiston, MN, 55952, followed by a Light Reception including the presentation of Anniversary Certificates. Family and friends are encouraged to attend! Register below!

Sun, Oct 19 12:00 a - 12:00 a

In 1926 Pope Pius XI instituted Mission Sunday for the whole Church with the first worldwide Mission Sunday collection taking place in October 1927. The Mission Sunday collection is always taken on the next to last Sunday during the month of October. That day is celebrated in all the local Churches as the feast of catholicity and universal solidarity so Christians the world over will recognize their common responsibility with regard to the evangelization of the world.

Sat, Nov 01 9:00 a - 6:00 p

BELOVED: Let yourself be loved! Save the Date! This year's Beloved Women's Conference will be Saturday, November 1st, at St. Ann's Catholic Church in Janesville, MN. Our Keynote speaker is Elizabeth Leon and Mass will be celebrated by Bishop Robert Barron! Register below!

Sun, Nov 09 12:00 a - 12:00 a

The Archdiocese for the Military Services is responsible for providing pastoral care and services to active-duty men and women serving in all six branches of the United States Armed Forces stationed at home and abroad, enrolled in U.S. Military Academies, undergoing treatment at any of the 153 Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Centers, working in civilian jobs for the federal government beyond U.S. borders - and their families. For more information about the Archdiocese and its pastoral programs and services, visit www.milarch.org.

Sun, Nov 16 12:00 a - 1:00 a

The Collection for the Catholic Campaign for Human Development addresses the root causes of poverty in America through promotion and support of community-controlled, self-help organizations and transformative education. Grants are awarded by the Subcommittee on the Catholic Campaign for Human Development with the approval of local bishops.

Sun, Dec 14 8:30 a - 9:30 a

The Retirement Fund for Religious (RFR) provides funding to any religious institute in the U.S. that is listed in the religious institute section of the OCD with an identifying OCD number, and that has an unfunded past service liability. It distributes direct care, planning and implementation assistance from the fund to religious institutes based on a formula and criteria approved by the conferences of major superiors and bishops. Annual appeal begun in 1988 and approved through 2017.

Sun, Dec 14 1:18 p - 2:18 p

Since 1903, the National Collection – the only nationwide second collection taken for higher education in the U.S. – has been a critical source of funding for Catholic University. Thanks to the collection, the University has been able to educate thousands of young minds in both faith and reason, while upholding the highest standards of education and conducting critical research to serve dioceses, parishes and pastors throughout our country.

Sat, Jan 31 8:30 a - 5:00 p

On the threshold of his public life Jesus performs his first sign - at his mother's request - during a wedding feast. (John 2, 1-11) The Church attaches great importance to Jesus' presence at the wedding at Cana. She sees in it the confirmation of the goodness of marriage and the proclamation that thenceforth marriage will be an efficacious sign of Christ's presence. (Catechism of the Catholic Church, 1613) Pre-Cana is an opportunity for engaged couples to prepare for the Sacrament of Matrimony. They will learn about the beauty of Marriage as a sacrament and about how they can be an efficacious sign of Christ's presence to each other, to their future children and to those around them.

Sat, Mar 07 8:15 a - 5:45 p

On the threshold of his public life, Jesus performs his first sign - at his mother's request - during a wedding feast. (John 2, 1-11) The Church attaches great importance to Jesus' presence at the wedding at Cana. She sees in it the confirmation of the goodness of marriage and the proclamation that thenceforth marriage will be an efficacious sign of Christ's presence. (Catechism of the Catholic Church, 1613) Pre-Cana is an opportunity for engaged couples to prepare for the Sacrament of Matrimony. They will learn about the beauty of Marriage as a sacrament and about how they can be an efficacious sign of Christ's presence to each other, to their future children and to those around them.