By Susan Keefe Ministry members representing St. Gregory the Great Family of Parishes felt they received more than they gave when they journeyed to one of their twinning communities, The Cultural Center of Batahola Norte (CCBN) in Managua, Nicaragua. Deacon Ed Bayliss, Pat and Sue Keefe, Emmett Speers, John Norman, …

Sr. Jane Funch, a Sister of Notre Dame de Namur, born in Cincinnati, OH, died peacefully on May 10, 2026 at the age of 95, in the 77th year of her religious life. Her passing is mourned by the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, and nieces and nephews. Her …

Sister Loraine Marie Peter, RSM  (Mary Antonia) 94, a Sister of Mercy for 74 years, died April 19, 2026. A Cincinnati native, she ministered 26 years as teacher and principal in elementary education in Ohio, primarily in Cincinnati at St. Teresa and St. Cecelia Schools. Sister Loraine, an avid storyteller, …

By Graham Craycraft Flowers bloom, and flowers die—it is a cycle. During the past months, plants around my house had no leaves and looked much like dead plants, but my wife assured me they would bloom again when it is their time. And so are we reminded again through the …

By Lisa Fletcher Before a word is spoken or a lesson taught, beauty has a way of reaching the human heart. For centuries, the Church has understood the importance of beauty—using sacred art to not simply decorate but also evangelize, to draw the eye and lift the soul. Today in …

That everyone might have food Let us pray that everyone, from large producers to small consumers, be committed to avoid wasting food, and to ensure that everyone has access to quality food.

By Jessica Able LOUISVILLE, Ky. (CNS) — Jockey Mike Smith, a Catholic who rode Justify in 2018 to a Triple Crown victory, prays before every race, but he doesn’t pray to win. For Mike, his ride in the 152nd Run for the Roses is “So Happy”. “It can be a …

Effective February 1, 2026 Reverend Louis Okot Ochermoi Tony, MCCJ, appointed Pastor of S-12 Family of Parishes which includes Holy Family, St. Boniface, St. Joseph, St. Leo the Great, and St. Therese Little Flower, Cincinnati. Reverend Ignatius Dang Hoang, CRM, appointed Parochial Vicar of NE-5 Family of Parishes which includes …

Mary Anita Louise Stoffel was born in Chicago on March 12, 1935, the second child of Peter Stoffel and Alice Jungers Stoffel, a native of Luxembourg. Mary Lou, her older brother Bob and his three daughters and son have always been proud of their Luxembourg heritage. Mary Lou attended Our …