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Two sisters complete Perpetual Religious Profession of vows

By Stephanie A. Patka MISHAWAKA — On the feast day of St. Clare, two Sisters of St. Francis of Perpetual Adoration made their final vows at a Mass celebrated by […]

A legacy of leadership for Big Brothers, Big Sisters

By Lauren Caggiano Some people make it a point to leave the world better than they left it. Such is the case for Tim Wagner, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, […]

Sorrow in the Spiritual Life – Br. Joe Trout OP

Theology on Tap – South Bend TOT Downtown Br. Joe Trout OP, a Dominican Brother teaching in Chicago, speaks on “Sorrow in the Spiritual Life… It’s not as depressing as […]

Sports news from around the diocese

Kevin Godfroy named Bishop Luers athletic director FORT WAYNE — Kevin Godfroy has been named athletic director of Bishop Luers High School in Fort Wayne. He assumed the role on […]

Ten questions for Coach Lou Holtz

By Ron Busch One would be hard–pressed to find a more knowledgeable and enthusiastic coach than Notre Dame’s legendary Lou Holtz. Coach Holtz is one of college football’s icons, and […]

God as protector and deliverer

Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Luke 12:35-40 The Book of Wisdom is the source of the first reading for this weekend. Nighttime was when the Exodus began — the Hebrews’ […]

A different kind of fatherhood?

By Dave McClow The Ultimate Challenge, at least in this column, is about men and faith. But today I will use an example of a fictional female character to illustrate […]

Answering the call: Youth publicly show openness to discerning religious life

STEUBENVILLE, OHIO — This summer, more than 50,000 participants at Steubenville Youth Conferences are encountering Christ in new ways during one of 23 gatherings held across the U.S. and Canada. Taking an extra […]