Lisa Kochanowski

Freelance writer

Lisa Kochanowski has been contributing to professional newspapers for over 20 years, including news articles, feature pieces and photography. She is a proud Catholic wife and the mother of two teenage sons. Storytelling is her passion. She joined the Secretariat for Communications in 2023 as Assistant Editor/Reporter.

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Catholic Coach Extolls Spiritual, Physical Benefits of Fasting

St. Augustine said: “Fasting purifies the soul. It lifts up the mind, and it brings the body into subjection to the spirit. It makes the heart contrite and humble, scatters […]

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Bishop Rhoades Makes First School Visit of New Year to St. John the Baptist in New Haven

A two-hour delay on Monday, August 21, couldn’t stop Bishop Rhoades from his first school visit of the academic year to St. John the Baptist in New Haven. “I got […]

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At Sharing Meadows, Villagers Find a ‘Yes’ in a World Full of ‘No’

Can I ride the tractor? Can I bake a loaf of banana nut bread? Can I take a college math class? Can I make soap and sugar scrubs? Often, other-abled […]

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Formations Scheduled Locally for Parish Leaders of the National Eucharistic Revival

Wars and military conflict, increased poverty, climate change, high crime rates, and human rights violations plague our society. In an effort to find peace and understanding through a deeper devotion […]

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Students Can Integrate Faith While Combatting Anxiety

It’s the first day of school, and hearts are racing, palms are sweaty, and butterflies develop in the stomach. Known as nervousness or anxiety, it’s the body’s way of dealing […]

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Summer Series Focuses on ‘Where Spiritual Meets Secular’

Although the 2023 Summer Theology on Tap series “Off Pulpit: Where Spiritual Meets Secular” in South Bend has concluded, the memories and friendships made will last a lifetime. Dozens attended […]

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Deacon Ed Fox Left Lasting Impression

Deacon Edward G. Fox of Fort Wayne, well known in the community for his catering – especially his Ed Fox Fish Fries – died at the age of 57 on […]

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Holy Water Has a Place in All Areas of Our Lives

Globally, water is a symbol of life and hope. For the Catholic Church, blessed water reminds us of baptism and is a symbol of purification. According to Brian MacMichael, Director of […]

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Rosary Makers Ministry Inspires Fellowship and Faith Formation

A rosary, or chain of roses according to its meaning, is an opportunity for prayer and reflection on the life of Jesus and His mother, Mary. According to St. John […]

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Scouting Impacts All Aspects of Life for Eagle Scout

An eagle is a rare creature, known to be bold and fearless. In the world of scouting, the eagle stands for strength of character and knowledge for all phases of […]

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Active Communities are Created for Young Catholics at Historic Parishes in South Bend

“Young adults are leaving the Church at astonishing numbers. With less than three percent of parishes in the United States employing a young adult coordinator on staff, more and more […]

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Camps Offer a Chance to Enjoy Farm and Faith Life

Young Miss Rita has a farm E-i-e-i-o And on her farm, she has some horses, chickens, cats, a dog, and a donkey E-i-e-i-o What makes Miss Rita’s farm, Oak Top […]