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Catholic Camporee teaches love of faith, nature
This article has been updated to reflect the correct location of the Camporee, The Center at Donaldson. The Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend has offered the annual camporee event since […]
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Catholic Charities’ ECHO Program helps teen mom choose life and build a future
By Catholic Charities Staff “All you need is support,” said Janet. “When you have a person who believes in you, that’s all you really need.” Janet was just 14 when […]
Diocese
Beloved former Holy Cross pastor passes away in New Jersey
Although he was only at Holy Cross Parish in South Bend for three years, Father Vincent Coppola, CSC, left a strong impression. A deep sadness at the parish followed news […]
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Couples witness to God’s love and fidelity at anniversary Mass
Physically and spiritually, Catholic couples on the South Bend side of the diocese joined together Sunday, Oct. 11, at St. Matthew Cathedral to thank God and celebrate their anniversaries of […]
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‘Bringing Christ into the public sphere’ —
Passion for Church teachings, public policy guide new ICC associate director Alexander Mingus has joined the Indiana Catholic Conference as associate director. The organization has been the public policy voice […]
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Women support women at first Kingdom Builders conference
Around 250 women were encouraged to “Claim your peace and joy” at the Kingdom Builders conference Oct. 3 in Fort Wayne. Featuring three female Catholic speakers as well as adoration […]
Diocese
USCCB campaign corresponds to 25th anniversary of ‘Evangelium Vitae’
Expecting a child is a beautiful thing, a wondrous occasion to celebrate; but for some women, the celebration is muted. Money or job woes, relationship issues, health crises and emotional […]
Bishop
Weekly schedule of Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades
Sunday, October 4: 12:30 p.m. — Confirmation Mass, St. Patrick Church, Fort Wayne Monday, October 5: 5:30 p.m. — Red Mass, Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Fort Wayne Tuesday-Thursday, October 6-8: Priests Continuing […]
Diocese
Local plans being made to participate in National March for Life
FORT WAYNE — The National March for Life will take place Friday, Jan. 29, in Washington, D.C. Under current conditions, travel plans are easier to cancel at the last minute […]
Diocese
Around the Diocese: October 4, 2020
Single Catholic women invited to ‘Zoom and See’ weekend ADRIAN, Mich. – Single Catholic women ages 19-35 who are seeking a meaningful life of service and dedication to God are […]
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Widows of Prayer communities ease the grief of loss, offer a holy purpose
Becoming a widow is “not any fun,” said Rosalie Waldon of New Haven, who lost her husband, John Charles, in January. Then the COVID-19 pandemic hit, leaving her stuck sheltering […]
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Parish engages all ages in pro-life advocacy
When the word “stewardship,” is uttered, sometimes hands go immediately to checkbooks. When someone says “Respect Life,” images come to mind of holding signs in front of an abortion clinic. […]