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College students keep the faith at secular universities

One of the greatest concerns of Catholic parents when they send their children to college is whether their sons and daughters will maintain their faith. Not every student can or […]

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Black Jubilarians celebrated at conference

With a theme of “Walk Together Children,” the Joint Conference of Black Catholic Clergy, met at the University of Notre Dame from July 24 to 28. They honored jubilarians celebrating […]

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Life Defenders Training arms future pro-life leaders

As the pro-life movement in America continues to gain momentum following the overturning of Roe vs. Wade, the next generation of leaders in the battle for life is preparing to […]

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New Holy Cross College president looks to the future

In 2017, the new leadership of Holy Cross College was entrusted to Father David Tyson, CSC. Under his direction throughout the last five years, the school has found financial stability, […]

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Miss Virginia’s dream still growing as garden takes root

Virginia Schrantz, known locally as Miss Virginia, had an open-door policy for those in need. A food pantry named in her honor operates out of Schrantz’s former residence at 1312 […]

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Sweet Dreams Ministry aims to provide “a bed for every child”

After witnessing an unimaginable sight, a group of high school students was moved to help others less fortunate than themselves, who found themselves in a sad situation. Anne Watson, Executive […]

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Sisters of Providence celebrate jubilees 

Four Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods who have ties to the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend are celebrating Jubilees this year. Sister Therese Whitsett is a native of Indianapolis. […]

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Franciscan Sisters of the Sacred Heart mark jubilees

Sister Lois Ann Cline, OSF, was born in Shelby, Ohio. She professed her first vows in 1955 as a Franciscan Sister of the Sacred Heart whose Motherhouse is in Frankfort, […]

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St. Mary’s Heritage Fund grants awarded for 2022

Parishes:  St. Joseph – Hessen Cassel, $2,000: Parish food bank Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, $8,500: Tuition subsidy for Burmese children St. Mary Mother of God, $1,200: Ave Maria House […]

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St. Jude youth group encounters Real Presence in service

The St. Jude Fort Wayne parish youth group recently completed its annual mission trip. From June 19-24, a group of 34 students, 10 chaperones and visiting clergy participated in the […]

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Father Jayasuriya glorifies God for years of priesthood

“Vocation is a mystery and a gift,” said Father Wimal Jayasuriya, as he reflected on the journey that brought him to the priesthood. This year marks the 25th anniversary of […]

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Scripture a source of guidance, encouragement during Father Jacob Gall’s 60 years of ministry

Father Jacob Gall believes people need to base their life on the rock of Jesus Christ. He has relied on that rock during a long and full life. Father Gall, […]