Diocese to mark 50th anniversary in 2007

The Diocese of New Ulm will mark the 50th Anniversary of its establishment on November 18, 2007. In preparation for a celebration, the Diocesan Pastoral Council is interested in gathering ideas from members of the diocese on ways to observe this historic anniversary. Parish and Area Pastoral Councils and diocesan organizations will also be asked to participate in the survey.

Please respond to any or all of the questions on the Suggestion Survey and return to: The Prairie Catholic, 1400 6th Street North, New Ulm, MN 56073 by September 1, 2004.

- What event(s) should be involved in the celebration?

- How can parishes or regions be involved in the celebration?

- When should the event(s) be scheduled? What time of year?

- Where should the event(s) be held?

- Are there any special photograph collections, displays of artifacts, video or print histories of the diocese or remembrances from the occasion that should be included?

- Any additional suggestions or comments?