January 19, 2022
Right to Life!
Since the U.S. Supreme Court issued its landmark Roe v. Wade decision legalizing abortion in 1973, people of faith gather each January for marches and prayers to end abortion.
(Sam Lucero | The Compass)
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LOCAL
Sisters back the Pack
On the second floor of Holy Family Convent in Manitowoc, the Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity gather regularly to watch their beloved Green Bay Packers. With the Packers heading to the playoffs, the sisters hope to cheer them all the way to the Super Bowl. Read more …
Afghan refugee
Sayed Wardak, who served as a translator for the U.S. Army in Afghanistan, now assists newly-arrived Afghan refugees in Green Bay as an employee of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Green Bay. Read more …
Fighting Cancer with Grace
“My mission is to create joy and happiness for cancer patients,” says 15-year-old Grace Fuss of De Pere. She does this through her nonprofit corporation she began in 2019: “Fighting Cancer with Grace.” Read more … 
A culture of life
Michael Kenney, president of Pro-Life Partners Foundation, will serve as keynote speaker following the White Mass Feb. 13 at St. Francis Xavier Cathedral in Green Bay. His presentation focuses on building the culture of life. Read more …
Local News
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NATION/WORLD
Pope’s music library
Pope Francis’ music library contains nearly 2,000 CDs and 19 vinyl records. While some recordings are part of the pope’s personal collection, many are gifts the pope has received over the years. Read more …
Synagogue hostage crisis
Good Shepherd Church, located near Congregation Beth Israel in Colleyville, Texas, opened its doors to congregation members, law enforcement agencies and media outlets during the hostage standoff Jan. 15. The church also held a prayer vigil open to the community. Read more …
Defending prayer in sports
The Supreme Court will hear an appeal from a former high school football coach who says his rights to freedom of speech and religion were violated when he was fired for praying on the football field after team games. Read more …
Nation and World News
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Bishop Ricken
Message from Bishop Ricken.
The greatest treasures of our faith are right on our church doorstep, according to columnist Julianne Stanz. She is referring to the sacraments, especially the Eucharist, she says, “We don’t always take the time to appreciate what is right in front of us.” Read more …
We are living in a polarized age, writes Fr. John Girotti. But something wonderful happens when we gather for Mass: Rich are seated next to poor, saint next to sinner, friend next to foe. “Despite our many differences, we are made one in Christ Jesus.” Read more …
How can a star cause a war, asks Associate Editor Patricia Kasten. “The theft of the silver star of Bethlehem, which marks the place where Jesus was born in the Church of the Nativity, contributed to tensions that set off the Crimean War (1853-56) in Ukraine. Read more …
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Events
BENEFIT BOWLING EVENT: Knights of Columbus Council #614 will hold “Strike Out Hunger,” a nine-pin tap bowling tournament to support area food pantries. The tournament will be held on Saturday, Feb. 5, at Revs Bowl, Bar and Grill, 275 N. Washburn, Oshkosh. Registration begins at 12:30 p.m. Bowling starts at 1 p.m. The cost is $20 per person. For more information, email kofc614@gmail.com or call (920) 410-1284.

COUPLES’ RETREATS: Weekend retreats for couples will be presented Feb. 10-13 and March 3-6 at the Jesuit Retreat House on Lake Winnebago, 4800 Fahrnwald Road, Oshkosh. Carol Ackels, director of the Ignatian Spirituality Institute, will direct the February retreat. Men’s and women’s retreats are available throughout February and March. To register or for more information, visit jesuitretreathouse.org or call (920) 231-9060.

SAFETY WORKSHOP: The fourth annual Wisconsin House of Worship Safety and Security Symposium will be offered Tuesday, March 8, and Wednesday, March 9, at Comfort Suites, 1951 Bond St., Green Bay. The symposium will run from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. The cost is $99 per person. Topics covered will include physical security, leadership for teams, legal/liability concerns, crisis/de-escalation, youth safety, building a team and medical incidents. To register or for more information, visit event/detail/house-of-worship-safety-and-security-symposium-3dc358.

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