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Around the diocese: September 24, 2017

USF announces fall lecture series FORT WAYNE — The University of Saint Francis Department of Philosophy and Theology has announced the lineup of speakers for its 2017-18 Fall Lecture Series. […]

ABA: Realizing the hopes and dreams of refugees

As the theme of this year’s Annual Bishop’s Appeal video reminds us, Catholics across the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend — regardless of ethnicity, age, gender, income level or condition […]

Fatima Centennial Year closing Mass date set

Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades will celebrate the Closing Mass of Our Lady of Fatima Centennial Year at St. Matthew Cathedral, South Bend Friday, Oct. 13., at 6 p.m. All are […]

Catholic on campus: lifelines for students

For students going to college for the first time, or returning to college, stress can set in very quickly. There’s a lot to think about: projects to plan, schedules to […]

Announcement regarding a special collection for Hurricane Irma victims

This past week, Hurricane Irma devastated significant parts of the Southeastern United States and many islands in the Caribbean. While emergency outreach was immediate, the road to recovery and the […]

Diocese

New multifaith group hopes to resolve social justice issues in region

The Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend has partnered with a newly formed ecumenical faith-based group that hopes to identify and resolve social justice issues in the region. Those issues include […]

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Diocese

Three ordained to diaconate

The Congregation of Holy Cross, Notre Dame, saw three men profess their final vows on Friday, Sept. 15, and be ordained to the Sacred Order of the Diaconate on Saturday, […]

Sports

Saint Joseph and Marian battle on the soccer field

Tuesday Sept. 5, 2017 Marian and St. Joseph played soccer at St. Patrick’s Park in South Bend. Marian is ranked #1 in the IHSAA 2a ranking poll. St. Joseph is […]

Diocese

Gentle embrace

By Allison M. Kincaid A pilgrimage. A journey to a sacred place. A journey of prayer, renewal and discovery. All of this and more were present throughout The Holy Spirits Pilgrimage on […]

Bishop

Indiana Catholic Bishops issue Statement on the Rescission of DACA Executive Order

The Catholic Bishops of Indiana support all DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) youth and call upon Congress to act responsibly to provide protection and legal status for these young […]

Parish

‘Impelled to build community’

While ambling through the sanctuaries of most Catholic churches, one seldom ponders their beginnings and the rich stories that often accompany the founding of a parish. Most Precious Blood Catholic […]

Parish

There’s a family feeling at Queen of Angels

On July 4, 1947, the Independence Day holiday was celebrated in and around the city of Fort Wayne with fireworks, picnics, marching bands and the flag; but there was extra-special […]