Andrew Mentock

Freelance Writer

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Saint Joseph ends year with reminders to show God’s love

On the floor of the University of Notre Dame’s Purcell Pavilion, soon-to-be graduates of Saint Joseph High School sat in foldable chairs wearing Columbia blue caps and gowns on June […]

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‘Hope, because we will be victorious through Christ’

Around 100 young adults braved frigid temperatures Tuesday, Jan. 16, to hear Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades speak on a topic many of them are struggling with today: “Darkness and Light: […]

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Unique programs engage, challenge students

Throughout the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend, its Catholic schools are working to develop within students skills invaluable to the workforce, by offering unique and innovative programs. Efforts of note […]

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Black Catholic History Month event discusses racism

Catholic young adults from the South Bend area gathered at a local pub Oct. 17 for a presentation by Deacon Mel Tardy on “How the church can respond to racism” […]

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Cooperating with God’s creation: NaPro Technology

NaProTechnology, a newer women’s health science, has been growing in popularity over the past several years. The science monitors and helps women to maintain their reproductive health by utilizing medical […]

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The oldest Mishawaka parish: St. Joseph

St. Joseph Church is the oldest parish in Mishawaka. It can be seen among other downtown buildings, thanks to its tall, green steeple. “I am grateful to Bishop Rhoades for […]

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St. Bavo: faith home of Mishawaka’s Flemish community

St. Bavo Catholic Church is located in downtown Mishawaka. The parish strives to share their commitment to the Catholic faith through liturgical celebrations, prayer, education, service and spiritual growth. This […]

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St. Monica looks to grow in prayer

Often referred to as the parish on the park, St. Monica Catholic Church is situated north of downtown Mishawaka, just across the river. “St. Monica is very much a family,” […]

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Three parishes build community through one school

Mishawaka Catholic School was created in 2011. The school combines three former Catholic grade schools to create one kindergarten through eighth-grade school. Together they combine over 300 years of faith-filled […]

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Marian softball coach journeys to 500 wins

This past season, Marian High School’s softball coach reached a milestone that few coaches do, when he experienced his team’s 500th win. The victory came on April 24, after George […]

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St. Joseph Parish: Vibrant parish continues Holy Cross tradition

Located in downtown South Bend, St. Joseph is widely considered the oldest Catholic worshiping community in the area. “We are a Holy Cross parish founded by Fr. Edward Sorin, CSC, […]

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In MY diocese: St. Hedwig’s rich Polish tradition

St. Hedwig has been a fixture of downtown South Bend for well over a century. A unique feature of the church is its strong Polish heritage, which is still present […]