Lisa Kochanowski

Assistant Editor/Reporter

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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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 […]

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Natural Family Planning Method Helps Married Couples Achieve or Postpone Pregnancy

Many little girls dream about the day they get married to their prince charming. They pick out flower colors, consider the friends who will participate, and envision that special moment […]

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Theology on Tap in South Bend Offers Reasons to Believe

“Your soul is stinky.” Four words that Father Andrew Budzinski heard in response to a female friend who inquired about the last time Budzinski went to confession to which he […]

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Cycling Offers More than Physical Benefits

Cycling is known to enhance strength and flexibility, better balance, be incorporated with other workouts, improve mental health, and because it is low-impact, is ideal for those suffering from arthritis […]

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Popular Child’s Brick Toy Brought into Competition at Queen of Peace in Mishawaka

LEGOs have been around for more than 90 years, and the popular child’s brick toy has evolved from simple play material for children to the world of competition with LEGO […]

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Father Nguyen’s Path to Priesthood Takes Many Turns

“It’s a good occasion. I feel great to celebrate how for the last 25 years God has been so good to me and accompanied me on my ministry,” said Father […]

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Helping Neighbors in Times of Need at St. Joseph, Mishawaka

Imagine waking up each day impoverished, destitute, hungry, sick, not being able to see a doctor, fearing the future, and feeling powerless. Those are some of the anxieties felt by […]

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2022 Annual Bishop’s Appeal Finds Success

The Eucharist is what gives us life. More than just a symbol, it is a visual presence of the Lord. It is the theme of The Eucharist — The Sacrament […]