Connecting the Diocese

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Cultivating Faith: The Life and Vocation of Monsignor Michael Gorman
In this episode of Connecting the Diocese, host Clint Berge sits down with Monsignor Michael Gorman, one of the Diocese of La Crosses newest senior priests. Monsignor Gorman shares his journey to the
Celebrating Rural Life Day at Wetherby Cranberry Company
In this episode of Connecting the Diocese, host Clint Berge welcomes Nodji Van Wychen, a third-generation cranberry grower and owner of Wetherby Cranberry Company. Nodji shares the rich history of h
Discovering Vocations: A Conversation with Father Steven Weller
In this episode of Connecting the Diocese, Clint Berge is joined by Father Steven Weller, the Director of Vocations for the Catholic Diocese of La Crosse, Wisconsin. They discuss the meaning of voca
Fueling Missions of Hope: The Diocesan Annual Appeal
Join us for a compelling episode of Connecting the Diocese as Jeff Reiter, Director of Stewardship and Development for the Diocese of La Crosse, shares the vision and plans for the Diocesan Annual A
Fatherhood and Faith: Keeping Kids in the Catholic Church
In this episode of Connecting the Diocese, we dive into the crucial topic of parenting, with a particular focus on fatherhood and leading a family in the Catholic faith. Host Clint Berge interviews Ke
Celebrating 15 Years with Bishop William Patrick Callahan
In this special episode of Connecting the Diocese on the 19th Sunday of ordinary time, we celebrate the 15th anniversary of Bishop William Patrick Callahans installation as the 10th Bishop of the D
Embracing Evangelization: Insights on Faith, Prayer, and Perseverance with Father Sam Martin
Join us on Connecting the Diocese as we engage in a profound discussion with Father Sam Martin, the vicar for clergy in the Diocese of La Crosse, about evangelizing in todays world. As we approach th
Exploring Natural Family Planning: A Deep Dive with Christy Kitzhaber
Join us on this episode of Connecting the Diocese as we sit down with Christy Kitzhaber, the Natural Family Planning (NFP) Coordinator for the Diocese of La Crosse. With Natural Family Planning Week
National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC) 2025: Uniting and Empowering Youth in Faith
In this episode of Connecting the Diocese, host Clint Berge interviews John Schmidt, Co-Director of Disciple Formation at St. Anne Parish in Wausau, Wisconsin. They discuss the significance of the upc
Journey of Faith: Biking for Babies and Supporting Single Moms
Join Clint Berge on Connecting the Diocese this 4th of July weekend as he explores the inspiring stories of John Francis, a seminarian from the Catholic Diocese of La Crosse, and Chris Neuens from t