- Home
- About
- Bishop Quinn
- Offices
- Catholic Cemeteries
- Hispanic Ministries
- Safe Environment
- Catholic Charities
- Human Resources
- Social Justice
- Catholic Foundation
- Lay Formation and RCIA
- SPOF
- Catholic Schools
- Life, Marriage & Family
- The Courier
- Chancellor and Archives
- Lifelong Faith Formation
- Tribunal
- Communications
- Media Center
- Vicar General
- Diaconate
- Missionary Discipleship
- Vocations
- Divine Worship
- Religious Immigration
- Youth and Young Adults
- Finance
- Directories
Concerning COVID-19
Sobre COVID-19
Click here to see statements from Bishop John Quinn, the USCCB, and find answers to your questions concerning COVID-19 and our faith.
Learn More
life, marriage & family
Office of Life, Marriage & Family
The Office of Life, Marriage & Family promotes the Dignity of the Human Person as made in the image and likeness of God (Genesis 1, 27).
Pope Francis calls for a year of St. Joseph: December 8, 2020 - December 8, 2021
27
February
2021
Catholic Men's Conference
The Annual (Columbus) Catholic Men's Conference is the among the largest gatherings of its type in the nation for men of faith. This year has provided us with the opportunity to reach even more men through a platform that will be both virtual/online and in-person. The 2021 Conference will be an amazing experience of virtual presentations, personal small groups, and Christian fellowship.
Register: https://web.cvent.com/event/3a095107-fd62-4f0d-b7a8-f2cff2559d5e/regProcessStep1
6-7
March
2021
The Adventure of Sharing Christ Conference
Catholic Women Evangelizing a World in Need
Register: https://smartcatholics.com/adventure-sharing-christ/
12-14
March
2021
National Catholic Women's Conference
At this year's National Catholic Women's Conference, we will be entering into Christ's words, "My Peace I give to you." And here's the best news.
You don't have to earn it! Register: https://go.virtualcatholicconference.com/NCWC2021
19
June
2022
World Meeting of Families Pilgrimage 2022
| These links are provided solely for the user's convenience. By providing these links, the Diocese of Winona-Rochester assumes no responsibility for, nor does it necessarily endorse the website, its content, or sponsoring organizations. |
Respect Life
- USCCB: Pro-Life Activities
- Respect Life: Project Rachel – There is hope
- Respect Life: What is Roe v. Wade?
- Respect Life: March for Life
- End of Life Issues: The National Catholic Bioethics Center
- End of Life Issues: Now and at the Hour of our Death
- End of Life Issues: US Bishop’s Statement on Physician Assisted Suicide
- End of Life Issues: MN Bishops’ Statement on Physician Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatments
- Catholic Medical Association
- Pray For Life
Think you might be pregnant? Confused, scared or overwhelmed? Need help? Visit OptionLine.org, call 800-712-HELP or text HELPLINE to 313131 to get free, confidential help in English or Spanish. They can also connect you with the local assistance you need. Catholic Charities of Southern Minnesota, 800-222-5859
Marriage
- Marriage Preparation
- Marriage Enrichment
- Miscarriage Resources
- Men’s Ministries
- Natural Family Planning
- Pregnancy, Parenting and Adoptions
- Infertility Assistance
Divorce Ministry
Courage/EnCourage
- Courage: Ministry to persons with same-sex attractions
- EnCourage: ministry within Courage dedicated to the spiritual needs of parents, siblings, children and other relatives and friends of persons who have same-sex attractions
Religious Liberty
Video
Stand with Cathy for Conscience Rights
Open Your Hearts to Life!
Maggie’s Story
Jeanette’s Story: 15 Years Later
Peter Martin
Director of Life, Marriage, & Family
55 W. Sanborn Street
PO Box 588
Winona, MN 55987
Email: pmartin@dowr.org
Phone number: 507-454-4643 x273