Connecting the Diocese

Latest Episodes
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
Faith, Family, and Community: An Interview with Dustin and Dominique Luecke
Join us for an engaging conversation on Connecting the Diocese with Dustin and Dominique Luecke. Dustin, a morning anchor at WXOW and Dominique, an advancement and grant specialist at the Family and
Finding Faith: Father David Nowicki’s Journey to the Priesthood
Discover how a civil engineering graduates path took an unexpected turn towards priesthood after a life-changing encounter at a SEEK conference. Father David Nowicki shares his remarkable transformat
Father and Son: A Unique Journey of Faith and Service
Discover the extraordinary story of Father Joseph Richards and his father, Deacon Joseph Richards, as they share their intertwining paths of faith and service. From carpentry workshops to holy orders,
Embracing the Holy Spirit: A Journey of Faith and Community
Discover the powerful intersection of personal calling and divine purpose as Bishop Gerard Battersby shares his remarkable journey through priesthood. From his late vocation to his current role in ord
Discover Your Faith Journey Anew: The Renewal Project
Ever felt disconnected during Mass or struggled with understanding religious practices? The Renewal Project, an innovative initiative from the Catholic Diocese of La Crosse, offers a fresh approach to
Encountering Christ in Others: A Journey of Faith and Connection
Discover the profound impact of recognizing Jesus in everyday encounters, as Fr. Sam Martin shares powerful insights about faith, vulnerability, and human connection. This episode takes an unexpected
A Historic Moment: The First American Pope
In an extraordinary episode of Connecting the Diocese, Bishop Gerard Battersby joins Clint Berge to discuss the groundbreaking election of Pope Leo XIV the first American pope in history. Cardinal R
Rooted in Faith: A Journey of Service and Community
Discover how growing up as one of ten children on a dairy farm shaped Chris Hollars journey to becoming a dedicated parish secretary at St. Wenceslaus and St. Michaels. Through daily farm chores and