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Joanne Krudop retires after 43 years
By Corine Erlandson FORT WAYNE — St. Joseph-St. Elizabeth School hosted a reception on Oct. 4, in St. Elizabeth’s parish hall to honor Joanne Krudop for her 43 years as […]
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Military service teaches veteran to appreciate blessings
By Lauren Caggiano FORT WAYNE — At age 25, Matt Till is a husband, father, son and perhaps most notably, a veteran. Till is among the millions who have selflessly […]
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Kania’s Christmas decorations adorn Queen of Peace tree
By Karen Clifford MISHAWAKA — For Queen of Peace parishioners Bob and Kathy Kania, creating Christmas decorations that reflect life milestones and childhood memories exemplify the themes of peace, joy […]
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Craft show brings community together and helps those in need
By Gwen O’Brien NOTRE DAME — The Office for Civic and Social Engagement (OCSE) at Saint Mary’s College will host its third annual Christmas Craft Show on Friday, Dec. 11, […]
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We are ambassadors for Christ
In St. Paul’s Second Letter to the Corinthians he tells them that they are ambassadors for Christ. We hear that same statement every Ash Wednesday, and it was one of […]
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Privilege of ordaining a priest is something words cannot express
A moment of Catholic history The sun broke through in midmorning signaling a day never to be forgotten by those in attendance. I refer to the ordination of two priests. […]
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A gift to the people
Two ordained to the priesthood By Tim Johnson FORT WAYNE — The priesthood is a gift to the people. And that gift was celebrated Saturday, Oct. 31, at the Cathedral […]
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Podcast: November 1, 2009
This week’s issue covers the synod of African bishops, which concluded last week. The Vatican has announced a special structure for Anglican who want to be in full communion with […]
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Christ brings everlasting reward
Feast of All Saints Mt 5:1-12a This weekend the church celebrates the feast of All Saints, rejoicing in the holy lives of all its members who have died and are […]
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What not to say at a funeral
I have threatened for several years to write a book on funeral and grief support etiquette. It’s title would be … you guessed it, “What Not to Say at a […]
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Consider a healthcare representative rather than a living will
Question: What is the official Roman Catholic stance on having a living will? Recently my father-in-law died, who was a practicing Methodist, and he had a living will. I saw […]
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Praying with the saints, poor souls in purgatory, in November
The month for the deceased When people die in your family, you become very aware of November as a gift. It could be called the month of the Communion of […]