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Marian service fair forges spirit of commitment to volunteerism

MISHAWAKA — Complimenting the school’s motto of “They shall know us by our deeds,” a service fair was open to Marian High School students from Oct. 29 through Nov. 2 […]

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Project Moses comes to Fort Wayne

Active opposition to the Ten Commandments began with the time of Moses and has been freshened up by various individuals and groups ever since. In this country, the cry of […]

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St. Patrick Parish journey of faith endures through a century and a half

ARCOLA — The tones of “Panis Angelicus” rang out over the congregation of St. Patrick Church as parishioners awaited the appearance of Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades, celebrant of the anniversary […]

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Thomas, Rice defend religious freedom at South Bend rally

By Diane Freeby SOUTH BEND — “Those who do not stand up when their neighbors’ rights are being trampled on will soon find that their own are threatened.” Theresa Thomas […]

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Jane Sandor extends a welcome to those with disabilities

By Tim Johnson FORT WAYNE — Helping everyone open the doors of their hearts and the Church is the mantra that Jane Sandor brings to her new role as a […]

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Marian wins state, Saint Joseph finishes as runner-up

By Chuck Freeby INDIANAPOLIS — A year ago, Marian’s girls soccer team lost the state championship game on penalty kicks. The Knights left nothing to chance in 2012. Saturday, Djamel […]

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Seminarians evangelize at Ball State University

MUNCIE — A group of seminarians got a head start on the Year of Faith with a mission trip to Ball State University this month. Thirty men traveled to the […]

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Today's Catholic Life magazine launches first weekend of November

Today’s Catholic Life, an exciting new lifestyle magazine created by the Secretariat of Communications and staff of Today’s Catholic newspaper, will begin distribution on the first weekend of November. The […]

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White Mass celebrated at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center

MISHAWAKA — Our Lady of Fatima Chapel at Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center was the setting for a White Mass celebrated by Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades at 6 p.m. Oct. […]

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Papal nuncio to speak at Nov. 4 Mass at St. Matthew Cathedral

Will offer keynote address at the Seeds of the Church conference By Tim Johnson SOUTH BEND — Archbishop Carlo Maria Vigano, the apostolic nuncio to the United States, will preach […]

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Decatur parish, others, pleased with success of ARISE

By Michelle Castleman DECATUR —  All across the diocese, small faith-sharing groups are half way through the first season of the ARISE process. Last winter, Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades encouraged […]

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Those with chronic illnesses offered safe haven for spiritual support

By Kay Cozad FORT WAYNE — Facing the diagnosis of a chronic illness can be a devastating experience. Learning to live with the physical, emotional and spiritual challenges that accompany serious […]