Deb Wagner

Freelance Writer

Deb Wagner began writing for Today's Catholic in 2004. She enjoys writing about current events in the diocese because what she learns in reporting on the events enriches her own faith. Her passion for writing began in middle school, when she turned a simple writing assignment aimed toward personal goals into a testament of her faith. More recently, she has had articles related to the use and benefit of service dogs in gaining or maintaining independence published in books and magazines. Deb has a wonderful message to share with professionals on topics such as: “Communication is Doggone Easy;” “Cerebral Palsy + Service Dog = Perfect Partnership;” “Overcoming Childhood Bullying;” “Being Different Is Not Easy — But Friends Are A Choice;” “Recognizing Change Is Possible;” and “Living With Hope.” With a master's degree in counseling psychology, she has been blessed with gainful employment in corporate marketing for decades.

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Gathering the homebound to the eucharistic table

Homebound ministries bring the love and grace of the Triune God to Catholics who are not able to come to the parish to receive the sacraments or to attend other […]

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Father Zimmer sees God’s grace in Eucharist, confessions

“I felt called to the priesthood because of how I found the Spirit work through me with people in spiritual need. I saw priesthood as a way to live out […]

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Channeling God’s grace for 25 years: Father Lobo

Father Maicaal Lobo grew up as the oldest of six children born to parents in a remote mountainous area of India where Jesuit priests had a summer vacation home. His […]

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Parents, World Youth Day aided in discernment

Deacon Daniel Niezer anticipates his ordination to the holy priesthood at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception on June 1. He has been formally preparing for this day throughout the […]

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Sodalitas group helps community and Bishop Luers school

On Tuesday, April 30, all Bishop Luers High School students and faculty took a break from their normal school morning activities to give back to their community. The service-learning initiative […]

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Koehl anticipates ordination to Sacred Order of the Diaconate

Daniel Koehl is prayerfully anticipating his ordination to the Sacred Order of the Diaconate May 18 at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Fort Wayne. He was raised Catholic […]

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Bishop to catechumens, candidates: ‘Prepare for something amazing’

The Rite of Election of Catechumens and Call to Continuing Conversion of Candidates took place at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Fort Wayne on March 3, with Bishop […]

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Bishop prays Luers students will ‘live in faith and love’

Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades visited Bishop Luers High School in Fort Wayne on Friday, Feb. 8. While it was a cold and blustery winter day, nothing but respect and a […]

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St. Rose of Lima Parish celebrates 150 years

Click here for more photos from the celebration. St. Rose of Lima Parish completes 150 years in 2018. This significant anniversary is an opportunity to celebrate the gift of faith, […]

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Diocesan confirmation retreat gathers hundreds

A confirmation retreat for eighth-grade students took place Saturday, Sept. 15, at Bishop Dwenger High School, Fort Wayne. Nearly 400 students participated in the daylong retreat, which focused on prayer, […]

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Father Solanus Casey Vocation Society names life member

The Father Solanus Casey Vocation Society is an organization whose purpose is to promote vocations within the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend and provide support for the vocations director. Members […]

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A priest for a quarter century: Father Tyrell Alles, OSB

Father Tyrell Alles, OSB, was born and raised in Sri Lanka, where his parents still reside. He is the oldest sibling to a brother and sister. He said he heard […]