Fr. Ed Witt celebrates 31 years as a priest

Community members and parishioners of St. Isaac Jogues Parish, Rapid City, helped Father Ed. Witt, SJ, celebrate his 31st anniversary as a priest. Fr. Ed was ordained May 31, 1991, in Milwaukee, Wish., and began his ministry in the Diocese of Rapid City in 2001 at St. Francis Mission. From 2002-2008 he served as pastor of St. Francis Mission and on Presbyteral Council for Deanery 6. In 2015, after a short sabbatical, he was assigned Pastor of St. Isaac Jogues.

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SDCC — Amendment L and the Common Good

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Helping inmates celebrate Christmas

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Fearless – Youth Rally 2026

October 13, 2026

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St. Francis Blessing

October 7, 2026

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Road to Priesthood: It’s been a great joy

October 5, 2026

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Monthly Reflection by the Office of Faith Formation: October 2026

October 2, 2026

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Celebration of Marriage

September 30, 2026

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Dillon Johnson to be ordained a Transitional Deacon

September 29, 2026

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Join the 2025 Bishop’s Hunt for Seminarians – A Unique Experience for Catholic Hunters held at St. Hubert’s Hideaway in Dallas, SD. Register here

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Join the 2025 Bishop’s Hunt for Seminarians – A Unique Experience for Catholic Hunters held at St. Hubert’s Hideaway in Dallas, SD.

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October 1, 2026 4:00 pm - October 2, 2026 4:00 pm Central Time

Terra Sancta Retreat Center2101 City Springs Rd, Rapid City , SD 57702

sat03oct7:30 am5:15 pmVSI/CLEM Formation - October

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VSI is a multi-year Catechist Certification Program for all who are interested in sharing in the mission of the Church: DREs, youth ministers, catechists, core team members, Catholic school teachers,

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VSI is a multi-year Catechist Certification Program for all who are interested in sharing in the mission of the Church: DREs, youth ministers, catechists, core team members, Catholic school teachers, volunteers, liturgists, musicians, and any pastoral ministers and others who want to grow as evangelists and teachers of the Faith! Click to learn more about VSI!

A Certified Lay Ecclesial Minister (CLEM) is someone who is authorized by the hierarchy to serve publicly in the local Church; who has leadership in a particular area of the Church; who has close mutual collaboration with the pastoral ministry of bishops, priests and deacons; who has preparation and formation appropriate the level of responsibilities assigned to them. The roles of a lay ecclesial minister are many and varied, but ultimately it implies a distinct service in the ministry of the Church. Click to learn more about CLEM!

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October 3, 2026 7:30 am - 5:15 pm

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Terra Sancta Retreat Center

2101 City Springs Rd, Rapid City , SD 57702

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sun11oct8:30 am4:00 pmDiocesan MS & HS Youth Rally

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2026 Diocesan Middle School & High School Youth Rally

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2026 Diocesan Middle School & High School Youth Rally

Sunday, October 11th, 2026 | Grades 6-12 | 9am – 4pm

Check in begins at 8:30am at Holy Cross Chapel at Terra Sancta Retreat Center

Cost: $65 includes registration and lunch. Optional traveler’s meal available.

Early bird discount if registered by Sept. 11. Please enter the discount code EARLYBIRD on the payment page.

Please reach out to Sr. Sara, SCTJM with any questions: skowal@diorc.org

The registration deadline is October 4!

Hosted by the Diocese of Rapid City Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry.

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October 11, 2026 8:30 am - 4:00 pm

mon12octAll DayChancery Office Closed - Native American Day

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October 12, 2026 All Day

sun18oct3:00 pm5:00 pmPregnancy Loss Mini Retreat

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Have you ever felt that the grief of losing a child is difficult to explain to those who haven’t lived it? Do you still carry an ache for the baby

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Have you ever felt that the grief of losing a child is difficult to explain to those who haven’t lived it? Do you still carry an ache for the baby you loved, no matter how much time has passed? Behold Your Child is a quiet invitation for mothers and fathers to come alongside others who understand this kind of loss, to speak your child’s story aloud, and to bring the sorrow you carry into the loving presence of the Lord. You do not have to carry your grief alone. Led by Dcn. Phillip and Teresa Thompson, held at Terra Sancta, Sunday October 18 from 3-5pm. Registration required, no cost.

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October 18, 2026 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

fri23oct(oct 23)5:00 pmsun25(oct 25)1:30 pm2026 Fall Vita Christi Retreat

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“Put on the armor of God, so that you may be able to stand firm against the tactics of the devil.” — Ephesians 6:11

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“Put on the armor of God, so that you may be able to stand firm against the tactics of the devil.” — Ephesians 6:11

Every day, we face a spiritual battle for our hearts, our faith, and our relationship with Christ. The world offers countless distractions and temptations that can pull us away from the life God is calling us to—but He has not left us to face the battle on our own. Through the Sacraments, prayer, Scripture, the Rosary, Mary, and the pursuit of holiness, God gives us the grace and strength we need to stand firm and live faithfully. At Battle Ready, we will explore the reality of spiritual battle, discover the “weapons” God has given us, and learn how to use them to grow in holiness, resist what pulls us away from Christ, and live boldly as His disciples. Come discover what it means to be equipped, strengthened, and ready to stand firm in Christ.

The retreat will be directed by the Servants of the Pierced Hearts of Jesus and Mary.

Please bring with you a Bible, journal, and Rosary.
Holy Mass will be celebrated daily, and the opportunity to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation will also be available.
We invite you to consider bringing a snack to share!

For CLEM: This retreat will count for 7 hours of ongoing formation.

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October 23, 2026 5:00 pm - October 25, 2026 1:30 pm

Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help520 Cathedral Drive

tue27oct6:45 pmCinema with the Shepherd: "Burmese Harp"

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NOTE CHANGE IN TIME! October’s movie will begin at 6:45. Join us for our second year of

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NOTE CHANGE IN TIME! October’s movie will begin at 6:45. Join us for our second year of “Cinema with the Shepherd”: Bishop Bullock’s annual film festival! This year’s slate of films will feature films from the “Vatican 45 Notable Films.” The Pontifical Council for Social Communications released a list of 45 films in 1995 to mark the centennial of Auguste and Louis Lumière’s display of their films. The films were chosen by an expert group, and Pope St. John Paul II recommended that these films be watched.

Learn more about the film series here

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October 27, 2026 6:45 pm

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Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help

520 Cathedral Drive

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Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help520 Cathedral Drive

fri30oct6:00 pm7:30 pmJourney Through Grief Support Group

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Do traditions, gatherings, or memories feel heavier since the death of someone you love? Have you found that others expect you to be “doing better,” while your grief still feels

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Do traditions, gatherings, or memories feel heavier since the death of someone you love? Have you found that others expect you to be “doing better,” while your grief still feels very present? As the holiday season approaches, we invite you to consider joining our grief support group—a gentle, supportive place to talk honestly about loss, learn practical ways to navigate grief, invite God into your story, and spend time with others who understand that the holidays can be especially difficult. Led by Margaret Jackson, held at OLPH for 7 Fridays, 6:30-8pm, starting October 30. Registration required, $15 materials fee.

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