Andrew Jacobs

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Local Holy Land Pilgrim Tells of Journey Cut Short Due to Hamas Attack on Israel

“Life here in the Holy Land can be very complicated, even for those of us who have spent our whole lives here.” These words foreshadowed some of the most moving […]

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Holy Smokes Bourbon and Cigar Event Brings Men Together to Support A Mother’s Hope

“I played in the NFL, but football’s not who I am. First and foremost, I’m a son of God.” This was one of the points made by speaker Shawn Harper […]

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Love for Jesus and His Church Guided Father James Shafer Though 48 Years of Priesthood

Pope St. John Paul II had a saying when he spoke to priests and seminarians: “Love for Jesus and His Church must be the passion of your life.” For Father […]

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Much More Than Numbers: Catholic Charities 100th Anniversary 2022 Year in Review

“Preach the Gospel at all times. When necessary, use words.” This quotation, attributed to St. Francis of Assisi, is an apt expression of the work of Catholic Charities of Fort […]

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Called & Gifted Process Aids Catholics in Discerning and Using Charisms to Serve Diocese

Scripture assures us that each Christian is given spiritual gifts. Two great Apostles, St. Peter and St. Paul, both write of the Holy Spirit granting spiritual gifts to be used […]

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St. Monica’s Prayer Group Prays for Fallen-Away Catholics to Return to the Church

Tradition holds that without the prayers of a loving, patient mother, the Church would be without one of its greatest saints. St. Monica’s oldest son fell prey to the false […]

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Grotto at St. Francis Xavier Parish Honors Beloved Late Pastor 

Jesus often withdrew to places of solitude and silence to rest and pray. The new grotto at St. Francis Xavier Parish in Pierceton provides such a place for parish members, […]

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Friends of the Poor Walk/Run Supports the Society of St. Vincent de Paul 

Fundraising, fellowship, and fun came together on a beautiful fall afternoon at the 6th Annual Friends of the Poor Walk/Run on Oct. 2. This national event raises funds for the […]

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Christ Renews His Parish is Transforming Lives

Renewal is a word that brings to mind a rebirth,      a reawakening of something laid dormant for too long. Sometimes, that still, small voice within encourages and calls […]