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St. Pius X Opens Sensory Room to Help All Engage in Mass

When they moved to the Granger area, the Mosco family was looking for a parish with an autism program for their 9-year-old son, Ralphie. They were drawn to St. Pius […]

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Jewish Federation Names Bishop Rhoades ‘One of the Righteous’

On Sunday, June 29, leaders of the Jewish Federation of Fort Wayne honored Bishop Rhoades by presenting him with the organization’s “One of the Righteous” Award during a ceremony at […]

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Four Men Ordained to the Order of the Diaconate

Deacons Hickey, Isch, Martinez, and Sullivan Conformed to Minister as Christ the Servant As their friends, families, and fellow clergy sang to heaven to seek the intercession of the saints […]

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Accompaniment Is Key for Those Struggling with Mental Health

“We’re called to love our brothers and sisters in Christ, to be the loving face of the Father in their lives, and [for those who struggle with mental illness], we […]

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Pope Leo XIV Commemorative Issue

Pope Leo XIV looks out to the crowd from the central balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican as he leads the midday recitation of the Regina Coeli prayer […]

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Deacon Monnin to Chant Gospel at Pope Leo’s Inauguration Mass

In the coming weeks, Deacon Nicholas Monnin will wrap up his academic year at the Pontifical North American College in Rome and fly home to South Bend, where he will […]

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Evangelium Vitae Award Winners ‘Shine Light on the Importance of Family’

As Anthony and Phyllis Lauinger received the prestigious Evangelium Vitae Award for their pro-life efforts, their eight children looked on proudly. The Oklahoma couple were honored for promoting a culture […]

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‘An Epic Adventure’: Runner Traverses the U.S. to Advocate for Masculinity, Brotherhood

Feeling a breeze in your hair and setting a steady pace, while a slow burn in your legs sets in, is what most runners live for. Like to the beating […]

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Pope Touched Hearts of Locals at World Youth Days

Picture this: The sun is shining as you watch a man in white garb step out onto the podium. From the crowd comes a faint whisper that culminates into a […]

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Luers’ Theater Director Marks 40 Years of Nurturing Talent

For Bishop Luers High School’s Karlene Krouse, a performing arts program is all about the educational experience. “Education has to come first with all of this,” Krouse said. “It’s about […]

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Jesus’ Last Words: Palm Sunday at St. Matthew Cathedral

Bishop Rhoades celebrated Palm Sunday Mass at St. Matthew Cathedral in South Bend this year. The procession was held before the 11 a.m. Mass on Sunday, April 13, and it […]

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Child Abuse Prevention Month: Signs and Strategies

Child abuse remains a significant concern in the United States. April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, an opportunity for everyone to come together to protect children and ensure every […]