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Artist building a legacy of faith

A dream of living his best life and encouraging others to pursue their dreams brought Troy Ganser to a 25.29 acre piece of land in New Haven, where his imagination runs […]

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Sensory-friendly Mass promotes inclusion

According to the National Autism Association autism is the fastest-growing developmental disorder, with one in 54 children diagnosed with it. Autism is often accompanied by sensory processing disorder, which can […]

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Our Lady of Guadalupe to be celebrated across diocese

MISHAWAKA — The feast day of Our Lady of Guadalupe, patroness of the Americas, will be observed in several parishes in the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend between now and […]

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Around the Diocese: December 5, 2021

Holy Cross student receives Realizing the Dream scholarship SOUTH BEND — Saint Joseph High School Class of 2020 graduate and current Holy Cross College student Julian Garcilazo has been named […]

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Seminarians strategize for seventh Cupertino Classic

The University of Saint Francis, Fort Wayne, will host the seventh annual Cupertino Classic basketball game Monday, Dec. 27. The game comes after the 2020 installment was cancelled due to […]

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Advent in six words: What will this season bring us?

The celebration of Advent can sometimes fade away if the true reason behind this season is forgotten or if people speed their way through it, looking forward to other events […]

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December feasts and the calendar

FORT WAYNE — Two December feasts fall on the 2021 calendar in a way that’s worth noting. For parishes and individuals, it may mean some additional planning this year. Our […]

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Speaker: Science explains laws of nature; faith tells of author

INDIANAPOLIS (CNS) — Bradley Gregory, associate professor of biblical studies at The Catholic University of America in Washington, said today “most scientists see that science can inform faith and faith […]

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A gift beyond all others

There is an almost childlike quality to Patti Hagadorn, the sort that Jesus said is needed to enter the kingdom of heaven. In her mind, there are no strangers, only […]

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Conformed to the image of Christ

“May the Lord give you His peace.” This customary Franciscan greeting has taken on new significance for LeeAllen Fortin, who was ordained to the Sacred Order of the Diaconate Nov. […]

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Priest appointment

The Most Reverend Kevin C. Rhoades, Bishop of Fort Wayne-South Bend, has made the following appointment: Reverend Tyrell Alles, OSB, as Parochial Vicar at St. Therese and St. Henry Parishes […]

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Letter encourages prayer, fasting

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, As you may have heard, the United States Supreme Court will begin hearing oral arguments on December 1st in the case Dobbs  v.  Jackson  […]