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The Diocese of Bismarck is seeking a full-time Director of Family Ministry. Responsibilities of this position include the support of marriage preparation and marriage and family ministry, administer diocesan social justice activities by fostering an awareness of and education for priests/parishes for referral within the diocese to social services or other agencies. Click on the title above for more information and a full job description.

Donation will increase endowments.

Three new permanent deacons to serve the Church.

Troops of St. George strengthens faith and virtue.

Not always according to plan: Father Kadrmas feeds his love of awe and wonder through the priesthood

Three diocesan priests offer their reflection on the dangers of forcing a priest to reveal what he hears on the confessional.

What can the average person can do to push back against the seemingly endless expansion of error and evil in our society?

Good government does not suppress mediating institutions, but supports them in their efforts.

Advent and Christmas are the blessed opportunities for us to regain our original child-like innocence received in baptism.

For the first time ever, a Nativity scene will shine next to the State Christmas tree in the North Dakota State Capitol Memorial Hall. The public is invited to a blessing and lighting of the Nativity scene in an ecumenical celebration at 4 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 5. It is sponsored by North Dakota Catholic Daughters.

The Church of Corpus Christi in Bismarck is seeking a full-time parish Pastoral Associate. Responsibilities for this position include coordinating the parish wedding ministry and baptism preparation programs. This position will also work closely with our pastoral ministry team to visit hospitalized parishioners, assist with outreach ministry, plan for liturgical seasons and celebrations including church decorating and assist with communal penance service coordination. The ideal candidate should be knowledgeable in Catholic doctrine and beliefs. They must have excellent leadership, communication and organizational skills. They must have a demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office and Parish Soft (or comparable administrative system software). This is a non-exempt position that reports to the parish manager. The selected applicant must successfully pass a criminal background check. Please mail or email your resume and three professional references to: Tracy Kraft, Church of Corpus Christi, 1919 N. 2nd St, Bismarck, ND 58501 or tracy.kraft@corpuschristibismarck.com.

The Church of Corpus Christi in Bismarck is seeking a full-time parish Pastoral Associate. Responsibilities for this position include coordinating the parish wedding ministry and baptism preparation programs. This position will also work closely with our pastoral ministry team to visit hospitalized parishioners, assist with outreach ministry, plan for liturgical seasons and celebrations including church decorating and assist with communal penance service coordination. The ideal candidate should be knowledgeable in Catholic doctrine and beliefs. They must have excellent leadership, communication and organizational skills. They must have a demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office and Parish Soft (or comparable administrative system software). This is a non-exempt position that reports to the parish manager. The selected applicant must successfully pass a criminal background check. Please mail or email your resume and three professional references to: Tracy Kraft, Church of Corpus Christi, 1919 N. 2nd St, Bismarck, ND 58501 or tracy.kraft@corpuschristibismarck.com.

Corpus Christi Church in Bismarck and the local Spanish community invite everyone to celebrate the Feast of our Lady of Guadalupe on Thursday, Dec. 12 at 5:30 p.m. at Corpus Christi Church. After Mass, authentic Mexican food will be served in the cafeteria. The menu includes: pozole, tamales, rice, beans, buñuelos and champurrado. There is no cost for the meal. Contact the parish office at 255-4600 to RSVP.

Part 2: Are we going to be silent again?

It’s so important for us to be prepared to learn how to endure some pain so that we can more fully cooperate with the redemptive meaning of suffering.

It depends upon the individual, and only God knows the answer.

This year the month of November will be a memorable one for our diocese.

Father Austin A. Vetter was appointed by Pope Francis on Oct. 8 as the Bishop of the Diocese of Helena, the Catholic diocese for western Montana.

Bishop-elect Vetter will be ordained and installed as the Bishop of Helena on Nov. 20, 2019 at the Cathedral of St. Helena.

Remembering Bishop John Kinney who passed away Sept. 27.