West River Catholic Columns - Diocese of Rapid City

West River Catholic Columns written by Bishop Gruss.

June 20, 2018/by Laurie Hallstrom

Please keep the canonization cause in your prayers

May 16, 2018/by Laurie Hallstrom

Seize every occasion to act in a loving, holy way

April 19, 2018/by Laurie Hallstrom

Redirect resources to mental health care and reduce suicides

March 22, 2018/by Laurie Hallstrom

‘Bring God’s redeeming love into the world’

February 21, 2018/by Laurie Hallstrom

Lent —a time to fast from certain things and to feast on others

January 24, 2018/by Laurie Hallstrom

A New Years resolution to bring God’s abundant blessings

December 20, 2017/by Laurie Hallstrom

God’s gift should continue to impact us every day

November 22, 2017/by Laurie Hallstrom

All gifts large or small make difference in touching someone

October 18, 2017/by Laurie Hallstrom

‘Vision with action can change the world’

September 19, 2017/by Laurie Hallstrom

Immigration: ‘Let’s reject the forces of division’

August 16, 2017/by Laurie Hallstrom

Knights bring Christ alive in wonderful ways

July 19, 2017/by Laurie Hallstrom

Invited to become Spirit-filled evangelizers

June 21, 2017/by Laurie Hallstrom

Convocation examines today’s concerns, challenges and opportunities

May 17, 2017/by Laurie Hallstrom

Bidding farewell to priests departing for new assignments

April 19, 2017/by Laurie Hallstrom

‘What would happen if parents began teaching the psalms to their little ones?

March 24, 2017/by Laurie Hallstrom

No one will be denied the opportunity to share love with a child

February 23, 2017/by Becky Berreth

Assisted suicide — are we headed there too?

January 18, 2017/by Laurie Hallstrom

Praying for more priests

December 19, 2016/by Laurie Hallstrom

‘Fear hardens our hearts and creates binders on our eyes’

November 16, 2016/by Laurie Hallstrom

‘How do we get the nation back on the right track?’

October 19, 2016/by Laurie Hallstrom

As Catholics we focus on what protects human life

September 21, 2016/by Laurie Hallstrom

Our country is facing political challenges

August 17, 2016/by Laurie Hallstrom

They were seeking someone — Jesus Christ

July 20, 2016/by Laurie Hallstrom

‘My heart is filled with deep gratitude’

June 22, 2016/by Laurie Hallstrom

Zestfully living the Gospel mission

May 18, 2016/by Laurie Hallstrom

Spring: A season of change and new life arrives

April 20, 2016/by Laurie Hallstrom

Priority Plan: Our efforts to build God’s kingdom

March 16, 2016/by Laurie Hallstrom

Diocesan priorities have been established for 3-5 years

February 17, 2016/by Laurie Hallstrom

Reconcile — Make Disciples — Live the Mission

January 20, 2016/by Laurie Hallstrom

Envisioning Team working to define upcoming priorities

December 16, 2015/by Laurie Hallstrom

Having a holy family does not mean a perfect family

November 18, 2015/by Laurie Hallstrom

Make the most of opportunities to encounter mercy

October 15, 2015/by Becky Berreth

Experiencing papal visit graced our country

September 18, 2015/by Becky Berreth

God calls each person to love and serve in a particular way

August 19, 2015/by Laurie Hallstrom

‘Isn’t it time to defund Planned Parenthood?’

July 22, 2015/by Laurie Hallstrom

Court decision troubling for traditional values

June 17, 2015/by Becky Berreth

Religious freedom rooted in the dignity of humans

May 20, 2015/by Laurie Hallstrom

Your input and vision are important to planning

April 21, 2015/by Laurie Hallstrom

Pray for the outpouring of the Holy Spirit

March 18, 2015/by Laurie Hallstrom

Dividing the human family blots out God’s image

February 13, 2015/by Laurie Hallstrom

Open your heart to Jesus, he will do the rest

January 21, 2015/by Becky Berreth

Why traditional marriage and families are important

December 17, 2014/by Becky Berreth

Diocese of Rapid City has been blessed by religious/consecrated

November 18, 2014/by Becky Berreth

The season of Advent must be lived in gratitude

October 8, 2014/by admin

Proclaim truth with love through open and honest discussion

September 10, 2014/by admin

When human dignity is threatened so is sacredness

August 1, 2014/by admin

Take an active part in praying for world peace

July 1, 2014/by admin

The crusade for religious freedom needs to continue

June 8, 2014/by admin

Religious freedom is a high priority

May 1, 2014/by admin

Unconditional love: A tribute to mothers

April 14, 2014/by admin

What do you see as you peer into the empty tomb?

March 1, 2014/by admin

Jesus wants so much more for us

February 1, 2014/by admin

Open the heart to conversion and repentance

January 1, 2014/by admin

The ‘Ten Best New Year Resolutions’

December 1, 2013/by admin

One’s ‘yes’ is at the heart of Christmas

November 20, 2013/by admin

What do I own and what owns me?

October 1, 2013/by admin

Surrender all aspects of life to stewardship

September 18, 2013/by Becky Berreth

What can be done with God’s gift of time?

August 1, 2013/by admin

Live out the baptismal call by putting faith into action

July 1, 2013/by admin

All people deserve love, respect and compassion

June 1, 2013/by admin

A basic freedom, religious liberty is eroding

May 1, 2013/by admin

New Evangelization reminds all of discipleship

April 1, 2013/by admin

Faith grows when we rediscover his love day by day

March 18, 2013/by Becky Berreth

Through eyes of faith we can see and believe

February 14, 2013/by Becky Berreth

Is the sacrament of penance an important part of your spiritual life?

January 20, 2013/by Becky Berreth

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