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By KATIE LEFEBVRE
Globe staff reporter
HOSPERS – The 1:30 p.m. Mass on Aug. 22 at St. Anthony Church in Hospers was cause for celebration as it marked the completion of a redecoration and new addition project.
Bishop R. Walker Nickless of the Diocese of Sioux City presided at Mass and dedicated the new altar. Concelebrating priests for the Mass were Father Paul Eisele, pastor; Father Richard Ball, Father Jerry Feierfeil, Father Thomas Hart, Father Douglas Klein, Msgr. Kenneth Seifried, Father Mark Stoll, Father James Tigges, Father John Vakulskas and Father Peter Fransco.
At the beginning of Mass, the bishop blessed water that was then sprinkled on the congregation as well as the new altar.
“Brothers and sisters, in Christ, in this solemn rite of dedication let us ask the Lord our God to bless this water, created by his hand,” prayed the bishop. “It is a sign of our repentance and a reminder of our baptism. May the grace of God help us to remain faithful members of his church, open to the Spirit we have received.”
By RENEE WEBB
Globe editor
When Tony Melendez played for Pope John Paul II in 1987 during a papal visit to Los Angeles, the pope was so moved by the armless guitarist’s performance that he made his way off the stage, embraced and kissed the musician. The late pope told him to continue his work and asked Tony to be a sign of hope to others.
The 500 people gathered at the Skate Palace in Ida Grove were also touched by Tony’s music and message during an Aug. 22 concert, which was moved to the new venue to accommodate the large crowd.
By ROSEMARY BERNTH
Globe staff reporter
Some students started hitting the books this week, but not before having some back-to-school fun and spiritual nourishment.
Bishop Heelan Catholic Schools in Sioux City held their 5th Annual Hoopla on Aug. 14 at Memorial Field. The event began with Mass celebrated by Father Patrick Walsh, president of the schools, with other local priests.
During this Year For Priests, The Catholic Globe, will run profiles on priests of the Diocese of Sioux City. Check back as additional profiles will be added in the future.
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