Diocese
Faith in the storm: navigating loss
In life, there is a habit of storms occurring in the paths of ordinary people. There is little argument that the last year brought fierce storms to many. The measure […]
Bishop
Chrism Masses emphasize mission of the priesthood
White-vested priests filled the pews of St. Matthew Cathedral and the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception on Monday, March 29, and Tuesday, March 30, as clergy from both sides of […]
Bishop
Bishop Rhoades celebrates ‘the most sacred night in the history of humanity’
“This is the night of which it is written: The night shall be as bright as day, dazzling is the night for me, and full of gladness.” Deacon Logan Parrish […]
Diocese
Priest’s witness enhances understanding of worldwide Church
The universality of the Church unites Catholics all over the world, be they in the U.S., Africa or elsewhere. Forms of worship may appear slightly different throughout the world, but […]
Diocese
Black Catholic poet shares experience in verse
Poetry is often a personal expression of one’s life – his or her emotions, experiences and worldview. For a South Bend man, poetry has become an expression of his faith […]
Diocese
Father Phillip Widmann, ‘the good Lord’s disciple’
The Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend has bid farewell to one of its beloved priests. Father Phillip Widmann passed from this life on March 16. Father Widmann served as a […]
Bishop
Pastoral visit honors St. Joseph, model of faithfulness
Saint Joseph High School principal John Kennedy welcomed Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades for a pastoral visit on March 19, stating he could feel the presence of St. Joseph, the great […]
Diocese
A journey through Lent
The end of the Lenten season is a time to reflect on the spiritual growth experienced throughout the past 40 days. It is a time to further develop those Lenten […]
Diocese
Sensory-friendly Masses welcoming for Catholics of all abilities
Imagine not being able to attend Mass as a family, worshipping God together, because the lights, sounds, crowds or any other stimuli could trigger a massive behavioral outburst in a […]
Diocese
Local podcast uses humor, friendship to explore Catholicism
What comes from a priest and a deacon who love Catholicism, and love to talk almost as much as they love God? A podcast, of course. Somewhere between the often-humorous […]
Diocese
Faith found in the Far East brings Ballentine home
After nearly 10 years of postponements, this spring will mark the fulfillment of Brandon Ballentine’s longing. He will become a member of the Catholic faith when he is welcomed into […]
FEATURE
Friends reunited through Catholic parish
In 1920, in the small town called Logansport, two little girls were born. Today, when asked who is older, Anna Marie Brough’s hand shoots straight up. With a smile on […]