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The remarkable conversion story of Father Scott Snider, and his Wife, Pam

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The remarkable conversion story of Father Scott Snider, and his Wife, Pam

March 24, 2026

‘From day one, we’ve been so happy being Catholic’The remarkable conversion story of Father Scott Snider, a married Catholic priest, and his wife, Pam By ANDREW HANSENEditor When Father Scott…

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 A widower, a lifelong dream, and a new vocation fulfilled against expectations

March 24, 2026

‘God, what would you have me do now?’A widower, a lifelong dream, and a new vocation fulfilled against expectations By ANDREW HANSEN Editor The cemetery was always quiet in a way…

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U.S. Bishops approve ‘Special Message’ on immigration, 2029 Eucharistic Congress, and U.S. consecration to the Sacred Heart of Jesus at their Plenary Assembly in Baltimore

December 2, 2025

As the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) gathered for their Fall Plenary Assembly in Baltimore, the bishops issued a Special Message on Nov. 12 addressing their concern for…

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What a bishop’s life is like when he’s not praying, celebrating Mass, or working

November 19, 2025

Getting paid, laundry, grocery shopping, vacation time, cleaning vestments: What is a bishop’s life like? You see Bishop Thomas John Paprocki at Mass, confirmations, public appearances, talks, and in our…

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Advent explainer answers questions about this holy season of arrival

November 19, 2025

By CATHOLIC NEWS AGENCY STAFFAND FRANCESCA POLLIO FENTON OF CATHOLIC NEWS AGENCY  Advent begins this year on Sunday, Nov. 30. Most Catholics, even those who don’t often go to Mass,…

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Convert, 94, feels good about her new Catholic faith

June 30, 2025

By DIANE SCHLINDWEINManaging Editor MARYVILLE — At 94 years old Lois Reising always felt close to God, but now in her senior years she feels most at home in the…

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Major renewal of Catholic faith happening now in schools and PSR programs

May 30, 2025

Why our diocese is ‘on the verge of a major renewal of Catholic faith vitality in the schools and PSR programs’ Parents, why you play the pivotal role in this…

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Pope Francis launches Jubilee 2025 – How you can receive an indulgence in our diocese in 2025

January 13, 2025

Pope Francis launches Jubilee 2025, ‘Pilgrims of Hope,’ with opening of Holy DoorHow you can receive an indulgence in our diocese this yearBy Hannah Brockhaus of Catholic News Agency and Andrew Hansen, EDITOR Pope…

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Prepare for Lent with a Women’s Retreat

January 13, 2025

Come away from the business of life for a silent retreat based on the spiritual exercise of St. Ignatius of Loyola. Amid the peaceful, beautiful surroundings of the Villa Maria…

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How to find HOPE this Advent and Christmas season

November 19, 2024

By ANDREW HANSEN  Editor  Hope is central to the Catholic experience of Advent and Christmas. During Advent, we as Catholics prepare our hearts and souls for the coming of Jesus,…

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We invite you to take the next step in growing in your faith.  Check out the resources below for you and your parish groups!

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  • Look here for some resources: Women's Ministry; First Fruits Firstfruits - Women Growing in Faith

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