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Why do we give? This may appear to be a simple question on the surface, but the roots of why we feel compelled to give go deeper into human psychology than we might expect. We are also called to give to those in need by the Lord, and it is a hallmark of our Catholic faith. Let’s look at why we feel the desire to give from a psychological perspective. Admittedly, I am not a psychologist, but my research for this article has allowed me to draw the following conclusions.
Pastors installed at parishes
Two parishes celebrated the installation of pastors the weekend of March 1 and 2. On March 1, Bishop Donald J. Hying of Madison installed Fr. Carlos Reinoso, SJS, as the pastor of Our Lady of the Most Blessed Sacrament Parish, located on the western edge of the diocese. Father Reinoso’s installation took place at Immaculate Conception Church in Boscobel during the parish’s Sunday anticipatory Mass.
Small fundamentals make a difference in shooting
One of my students was an attractive young lady who wanted some shooting instruction in anticipation of a duck hunt. Her uncle had called me and scheduled a clay target session for her after giving her a shotgun for the hunt. My student had shot a shotgun before, but she wanted to improve her shooting. Before we began shooting, we discussed the fundamentals of wingshooting and getting a proper gun mount.
Jack and Sam and the five-bird covey rise
I remember one January morning hunting with my then-father-in-law, Jack Leonard. I was a young man, and my father-in-law had introduced me to quail hunting. There was one place, just beyond the cultivated corn and tobacco fields on Kermit Eller’s place, that almost always produced a covey of quail. That morning was no exception. As soon as we got to that overgrown field, Jack’s German shorthair, Sam, locked on point.
The best hunting and fishing partner
I truly have enjoyed hunting and fishing alone. Well, sometimes not quite alone. I enjoy the company of a dog. For years, my old Lab, Ernie, and I shared a bed, sleeping in the back of a truck or the deck of a boat, and we spent lots of nights in my little slide-in camper. When I was in my twenties, I once deer hunted for the better part of a week without seeing another human, and I loved the experience. Solitude gives you a chance to think and figure out what’s really important.
Best Concealed Carry Handguns For Women (2024)
Editor's Note: This page contains both the original Concealed Carry Handguns For Women article as well as its follow-up piece from the 2022 CCW special issue of Gun Digest the Magazine. Please click HERE to jump to the original article or read on to see the most up-to-date list.
Catching the blues in September
I made a long cast through the birds and my lure disappeared into the distance. As soon as I felt the metal spoon touching down, I reeled as fast and furiously as I could. There was the familiar resistance, I raised the rod tip, and he was there, shaking his head and taking line. Fish were coming on both sides of me; silvery, flopping blues were everywhere. It was not a fish every cast blitz, but probably one every three or four.
Here's my own front porch song
Robert Earl Keene is my idea of what a songwriter/musician should be. He wrote a song about his landlord, Jack Boyette, while he was living in College Station, Texas, called “The Front Porch Song.” In the song, there’s no mention of porches. The song is about a 70-year-old man who’s happy with his life, busy with his work, and passed by in the whirlwind of change that eclipses every fading generation. The world is becoming uncivilized.
Here's my own front porch song
Robert Earl Keene is my idea of what a songwriter/musician should be. He wrote a song about his landlord, Jack Boyette, while he was living in College Station, Texas, called “The Front Porch Song.” In the song, there’s no mention of porches. The song is about a 70-year-old man who’s happy with his life, busy with his work, and passed by in the whirlwind of change that eclipses every fading generation. The world is becoming uncivilized.
Maybe I wasn't so old then
I think some folks get tired of me bragging on my wife. Cherie is the love of my life and my favorite hunting partner. She’s also tough as a boiled owl. When we started out across the desert of Arizona, I was concerned about how she was feeling. She’d had a cold for the last week and I was afraid the hunt might be a little too much for her. I had an assignment for a public land bird hunt for Remington’s Outdoor Roadmap website launch.
Maybe I wasn't so old then
I think some folks get tired of me bragging on my wife. Cherie is the love of my life and my favorite hunting partner. She’s also tough as a boiled owl. When we started out across the desert of Arizona, I was concerned about how she was feeling. She’d had a cold for the last week and I was afraid the hunt might be a little too much for her. I had an assignment for a public land bird hunt for Remington’s Outdoor Roadmap website launch.
Summer catfish are better than hot dogs
A boat anchored in an eddy drifts a bit, no matter how well it’s anchored. My nephew’s line moved along the gunnel with the same kind of subtle motion that comes from the boat taking up the strain on the anchor lines, but this time it was Robbie’s line that was moving, not the boat. There was something carrying the line downstream, and it was more than current. When Robbie raised the rod and met the resistance that 22 pounds of blue catfish generates, I saw concern in his 10-year-old eyes.
Summer catfish are better than hot dogs
A boat anchored in an eddy drifts a bit, no matter how well it’s anchored. My nephew’s line moved along the gunnel with the same kind of subtle motion that comes from the boat taking up the strain on the anchor lines, but this time it was Robbie’s line that was moving, not the boat. There was something carrying the line downstream, and it was more than current. When Robbie raised the rod and met the resistance that 22 pounds of blue catfish generates, I saw concern in his 10-year-old eyes.
Gun Review: Taurus GX4, Affordable and Reliable
Go to article Posted February 2, 2024 5:00 pm by R.P. Mcmurphy Comments By Dick Jones I have to admit, my first experience with Taurus firearms was not favorable. Years ago, a friend purchased a .357 revolver and brought it over for me to look at. He was proud of the gun, and I reserved telling him exactly how I felt because I didn’t want to hurt his feelings. It was the early ’70s and at that time, I had a Colt Python and a S&W Model 19.
Gun Review: Taurus GX4, Affordable and Reliable
Next Post Coming Soon...▶ I have to admit, my first experience with Taurus firearms was not favorable. Years ago, a friend purchased a .357 revolver and brought it over for me to look at. He was proud of the gun, and I reserved telling him exactly how I felt because I didn’t want to hurt his feelings. It was the early ’70s and at that time, I had a Colt Python and a S&W Model 19. I still consider those two guns to be the pinnacle of revolver design. The Taurus was crude by comparison.
I’m Almost Out!: Low-Round-Count Training
We’re in another round of dealing with scarce and expensive ammunition. A combination of new gun owners, political instability and COVID-19 has created our worst ammo shortage at a time when shooting sports and gun ownership are growing at an unprecedented rate. As an instructor, I’m swamped with new gun owners wanting to build their skills while ammo is scarce and expensive. Shooting skill, like all other skills, requires repetition.
Coming up on time to fish
Since I was a small boy, my family and I have surf-fished the beaches of North Carolina. As a young man, the full moon of October was the pre-designated time for our family’s only annual full week vacation. We would pack up the old Plymouth, and later the Rambler station wagon, tie the fishing rods onto the roof and make the trek to Kure Beach and Fort Fisher. We did some pier-fishing and some surf-fishing, but I best remember fishing the “Rocks” just below Fort Fisher.
Young adults partake in summer sports league
MADISON — Catholic young adults in the Diocese of Madison rejoice at the coming of summer for many reasons. One of them is the Young Adult Sports League, held every Monday night on the athletic fields at Holy Name Heights in Madison. The league rotates sports throughout the summer, alternating between ultimate Frisbee, soccer, flag football, kickball, and softball. This lends variety and interest, but there’s still a healthy level of competition.
Church organ is labor of love
MARTINSVILLE — While a hidden and sadly often forgotten piece of a church building, the pipe organ serves as a main worship aide in many Catholic churches. More than 100 years ago, an organ crafted by John Hinners was installed in St. Martin of Tours Church in Martinsville. The organ’s pipes were vibrantly painted in the Victorian style of that time with navy blue stenciling and a coral background. It is one of the few Hinners organs left in the nation to not have any alterations.
It's the boondocker's life for us
Traveling across America by motor vehicle is something everyone should do. Cherie and I have driven across the U.S.A. eight or nine times, and it’s something I believe everyone should do at least once in their lifetime. When we fly to the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, or some other iconic part of America, we simply don’t get a feel for the immense proportions and diversity of America. Our first cross-country trip was by car.
Three Drills For Low Round Count Training
Home»Commentary»Three Drills For Low Round Count Training / May 14, 2023 / 0 Facebook Twitter Pinterest WhatsApp Shooting skill, like all other skills requires repetition. New gun owners need to learn the proper fundamentals and repeat them until they become second nature. A new shooter with a lesson in basic safety and marksmanship is at the same level as a driving student after their first experience on the road.
An NRA Shooting Sports Journal | Three Drills For Low Round Count Training
Shooting skill, like all other skills requires repetition. New gun owners need to learn the proper fundamentals and repeat them until they become second nature. A new shooter with a lesson in basic safety and marksmanship is at the same level as a driving student after their first experience on the road. As in driving, repetition develops unconscious competence and allows adjusting strategy while performing at a high level. As a driver, you’re constantly situationally aware.
Jones: 25 years of outdoor bliss
It was our first date, and I asked Cherie if she liked to fish. Her initial response was discouraging but ended with hope. She said she didn’t like to fish because she had to be so quiet. I followed with “Not the way I fish, you don’t.” Our first fishing trip was at Cape Hatteras. We drove out on the beach, I set out two surf rods with lawn chairs, and we watched the sun set in the west. When it got dark — and dark at Cape Hatteras is very dark — we spotted a couple of shooting stars.
Learning Atrium continues growing to serve kids
MADISON — The Learning Atrium, a Catholic organization dedicated to serving kids with dyslexia, has been growing recently in order to continue to serve those who need it. Dave Chodorowski, executive director at the Learning Atrium, commented, “We recently expanded our Board of Directors to several business and sciences professionals, and parents and grandparents of children with dyslexia, along with retired priest Fr. Mick Moon.
Living our faith, one work of mercy at a time
BELOIT — At Our Lady of the Assumption (OLA) School in Beloit, the middle school students have been putting their faith into action through a year-long Works of Mercy Project. “While every religion teacher’s goal is to teach the Catholic religion, we all also challenge the students to live their faith in a meaningful way,” said Michele Twardowski, OLA middle school religion teacher.
Taking the next step in the fight against trafficking
MADISON — Over the past few months, parishioners throughout the Diocese of Madison have had a number of opportunities to learn about the prevalence of sex trafficking throughout our state. It’s a harrowing and painful topic to learn about, but a critical reality no one can afford to ignore. After all, no city or town is immune from this threat: Sex trafficking has been reported in every Wisconsin county.
Lent mission in Baraboo
BARABOO — St. Joseph Parish, 300 2nd St., Baraboo, will be hosting a Lenten parish mission from Sunday, March 19, to Wednesday, March 22, based on John 6:33: “The Bread of God is that which comes down from heaven and gives life to the world.” Fr. Herald Brock, CFR, will be speaking Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday evenings at 7 p.m. in the church. He will repeat these talks in the church on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday mornings at 9:30 a.m. beginning with praying the Rosary.
Fr. Tait Schroeder returns to diocese, will assist with Into the Deep efforts
MADISON — After nearly five years serving in Rome for the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith (formerly the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith), Fr. Tait Schroeder has returned to serve in the Diocese of Madison. The former judicial vicar and pastor is now taking on the role of director of Into the Deep implementation. “I’m going to be the point person at the diocese . . .
Evansville, Footville parishes welcome Awaken Mission Team
EVANSVILLE — The parishes of St. Paul in Evansville and St. Augustine in Footville are excited to invite speaker and musician Nick De La Torre and his wife Alina to our parish for our Lenten mission. Sometimes even the most devout Catholics find themselves feeling hollow, left empty by the daily demands of life. In the Letter of Paul to the Ephesians, we find a reminder that there is a profound unity in the body of Christ, both when we gather together as a Church and in the Holy Eucharist.
Waunakee KCs host FUNdraiser for family
WAUNAKEE — On Sunday, Feb. 12, the Knights of Columbus and St. John the Baptist Parish in Waunakee will be hosting a Super Bowl Sunday tailgate fundraiser, titled “Fetters Family FUNdraiser”, starting at 4 p.m. The event will be held in the gym of St. John the Baptist School at 114 East 3rd St. and there is a suggested $50 entrance fee donation at the door.
Celebrating our Catholic schools
Now is a great time to be in Catholic schools! Enrollment increased for the second straight year, up nearly three percent over last year, for a total of 6,788 students in Catholic schools across the diocese. This mirrors increasing Catholic school enrollment nationwide over the past two years.
Honoring a beloved music teacher, mentor, and friend: Mr. Thom Heninger 1951-2022
JEFFERSON — “We are truly legacies of my father’s life of caring and compassion.” — Ben Heninger There are special people that God brings into our lives, and even if they leave us too soon, their footprints remain in our hearts forever. Some even leave a lingering melody or song that speaks to us with loving comfort and reminders of how they encouraged us to live on without them. Such was the life of Thomas Heninger, a beloved music educator and cherished friend to many.
Message from Bishop Donald J. Hying of Madison about Into the Deep
The meaning of our lives is bound up in the love story of God for His people. God made each of us to love Him and one another, to be in an eternal relationship with the Lord. Sin and death shattered God’s original plan, but He never gave up on us. He sent us Jesus Christ, who by His life, ministry, death on the cross, and resurrection, forgives our sins and leads us to eternal life.
New chief of staff in diocese
MADISON — Michael Wick has started in his role as the new chief of staff in the Diocese of Madison. Wick is taking on many of the duties formerly performed by longtime Director of the Diocesan Curia Eric Schiedermayer, who will continue in a part-time role with the diocese handling projects pertaining to planning as well as information technology.
May Memorial Day inspire us to work for peace
Memorial Day is a federal holiday observed on the last Monday of May. For some, Memorial Day means the beginning of summer. For others, it is a day off to go shopping. The purpose of Memorial Day, however, is to honor military personnel who died while serving our country, particularly those who died in battle or from wounds received in battle. Jesus came to bring peace.
Missionary helps home country of Ukraine
FAIRCHILD, Wis. — “The bombs were flying as we were on the road, but I had a fantastic team with me. All of us [were] from Ukraine besides one. The driver was Polish. And we just felt such a desire, there was no fear. We were ready for whatever happens.” These are the words of Ukrainian-born Valentyna Pavsyukova about her organization’s first emergency medical mission to Ukraine since the country was invaded in February.
Visiting the elderly is an amazing grace
On August 9, 2016, in Rome, Italy, four policemen were called to the home of Michele, a 94-year-old man, and Jole, his 89-year-old wife. After 70 years of marriage, they still loved each other, but they were suffering from loneliness partially because their neighbors were on vacation and partially because TV reports of terrorists’ attacks, abused children, and other bad news upset them. To comfort them, the officers cooked their favorite meal, spaghetti with butter and parmesan.
Pray-A-Thon invites all to prayer
A collection box inside of St. John Vianney Church in Janesville for prayer intentions ahead of the St. John Pray-A-Thon from March 30 to April 1. (Contributed photo) JANESVILLE — Starting Wednesday, March 30, and running through Friday, April 1, St. John Vianney Parish in Janesville is hosting the St. John Pray-A-Thon.
Apostolate expands outreach to promote full inclusion of persons in the life of the Church
Enjoying a Blessed Margaret Celebration held at Blessed Trinity Parish in Lodi in 2017 are, from left, Fr. Scott Jablonski; Jamie Stratton; and Deacon Jim Hoegemeier, associate director of the Apostolate for Persons with Disabilities-Diocese of Madison. (Catholic Herald file photo) Forty-first in a series on the 75th anniversary of the Diocese of Madison The Apostolate to the Handicapped was established by Bishop Cletus F. O’Donnell in 1967 with Fr. (later Msgr.) Thomas Campion as the director.
Gender identity lecture in Madison
Theresa Farnan, from the Person & Identity Project gives a talk on the Catholic response to gender identity issues at Holy Name Heights in Madison on November 16. Her talk was the latest in the St. Thérèse Lecture Series. (Catholic Herald photo/Kevin Wondrash) MADISON — After more than two years, a nearly full oratory of people came out to hear the latest in the Diocese of Madison’s St. Thérèse Lecture Series.
Madison Catholic Woman’s Club supports Little Drummer Project
Stuffed animals and toys donated by members of the Madison Catholic Woman’s Club for the Little Drummer Project of St. Vincent de Paul-Madison. (Contributed photo) MADISON — At their November meeting, members of the Madison Catholic Woman’s Club kicked off support this year for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul-Madison Little Drummer Project.
Janesville couple celebrates 75 years of marriage
Betty and Frank Daniels of Janesville will celebrate 75 years of marriage on November 27. (Contributed photo) JANESVILLE — Betty and Frank Daniels of Janesville will celebrate 75 years of marriage in a private gathering at their home on Saturday, Nov. 20. Entering the faith Betty Ruth Fisher and Frank Hamilton Daniels were married on November 27, 1946, at Cargill Methodist Church in Janesville.
Donations sought for Patrick Gorman Music Memorial
MADISON — In memory of Dr. Patrick Gorman, the Madison Diocesan Choir is raising funds for musical works in honor of its distinguished, much-loved director who died on September 28 at the age of 58 after nearly 30 years of service to the diocese not only as choir director but also director of Diocese Office of Worship. Leading the effort is Glenn Schuster, who worked closely with Gorman all those years as accompanist and associate director.
Dove season is almost here
Of all the outdoor activities I participate in, one of my favorites is dove hunting. Perhaps it’s because I love wingshooting, and my first experience with wingshooting was a dove hunt with my brother-in-law in Tom Hilton’s tobacco field. I used Daddy’s old Excel 16-gauge single-barrel shotgun and went into the field with two boxes of purple Federal shotgun shells. It was probably the worst shotgun I’ve ever hunted with; in fact, it certainly was the worst, but I had a great time.
Bishop Hying celebrates Rural Life Mass
Bishop Donald J. Hying of Madison blesses farm machinery, assisted by Fr. Greg Ihm, at the Rural Life Mass at St. Lawrence Church in Jefferson on May 15. (Photo by Jane Lepeska Grinde) JEFFERSON — “Then God said: Let the earth bring forth vegetation . . . And so it happened: the earth brought forth vegetation: every kind of plant that bears seed and every kind of fruit tree that bears fruit with its seed in it.
Best Concealed Carry Handguns For Women (2022)
Updated 6/27/2022 The best concealed carry handguns for women as chosen by women. Editor's Note: This page contains both the original Concealed Carry Handguns For Women article as well as its follow-up piece from the 2022 CCW special issue of Gun Digest the Magazine. Please click HERE to jump to the original article or read on to see the most up-to-date list.
23 Top Picks For Any Shooter
Updated 2/11/2021 Looking to go armed, but are stuck in the weeds as to what to arm yourself with? Here are 23 excellent concealed carry guns to cover your six. Self-defense has moved to the forefront of Americans’ minds, and scores have clamored after concealed carry guns like no other time in recent history. That raises a question. What exactly is the best concealed carry gun? We have some suggestions.
Smith & Wesson R8: Above And Beyond The Iconic Model 19
As far as competition revolvers are concerned, the Smith & Wesson R8 is everything the legendary Model 19 was … and more. How The R8 Outdoes The Model 19: Boasts an 8-round cylinder compared to the 19's 6-round. Its a few ounces lighter than the 19, thanks to a scandium frame. The revolver's cylinder is cut to accomodate moon clips for faster loading. Its rear adjustable sight is exellent and its front is an interchangable Patridge style. Tapped and drilled, an optic is easily mounted.
Award-winning battlefields guide dies in Dundee - Northern KZN Courier
Evan Jones who pioneered battlefields tourism in Dundee passed away on Sunday. His bother, Dick, pays tribute to a man who did so much for the area One of South Africa’s most experienced and knowledgeable battlefields guides, Evan Jones (83), died in Dundee on Sunday night from complications associated with Parkinson’s disease.
Have a policy in place to let top performers know they are valued
Are your top performers getting promoted based on the ongoing results they are achieving? Do you have a promotion model in place that encourages your employees to work hard to earn more status and money? Promoting your best performers is beneficial in many ways, including creating a culture of excellence in your business. Promoting your employees from within your company can be a win-win situation for small businesses.
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