Catholic journalists must bring the truth to readers, bishop says

Published: 2006-10-26

ROCKFORD, Ill. (CNS) -- "You are responsible for the truth and bringing it to the people," Bishop Thomas G. Doran of Rockford told about 30 Catholic journalists gathered in Rockford Oct. 19-20 for the Midwest regional meeting of the Catholic Press Association of the United States and Canada. The bishop, who is publisher of The Observer, Rockford diocesan newspaper, welcomed the journalists and celebrated Mass for them. "Never take for granted what your readers don't know. Do not be afraid to teach and reteach them in the pages of your publications, and do it often," he said in his homily. During his 11 years as bishop, Bishop Doran took the paper from 26 issues per year to 49. The meeting was the first CPA regional convention held in about 10 years. The Midwest region of the CPA is comprised of 12 states and three Canadian provinces. The Observer hosted the meeting. Its editor, Penny Wiegert, is the Midwest regional representative to the CPA board of directors.

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