Thursday, June 10, 2010 By David Eck ARCHDIOCESE — Nearly 180 young men have been encouraged to consider the possibility of becoming priests during a series of Andrew Dinners held across the Cincinnati archdiocese over the past year. There have been eight dinners so far. The first was in April …

Wednesday, June 9, 2010 ARCHDIOCESE — Orientation sessions for the archdiocesan Decree on Child Protection will be held in August for persons planning to facilitate orientation workshops at a parish or institution of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati. A person must be designated by the pastor or administrator of a parish …

Wednesday, June 9, 2010 By David Eck ARCHDIOCESE — This fall nearly 30 men will begin a three-year journey that will deepen their prayer life, strengthen their relationship with God and their families and give them the skills to minister in their parishes as permanent deacons. They will begin formation …

Wednesday, June 9, 2010 By Mary Caffrey Knapke SIDNEY DEANERY — One recent morning, a woman knocked on the door of the Holy Angels Soup Kitchen before opening time. Director Pat Luthman squinted, peering across the room. “Oh! I know who she is,” she said. “She’s bringing lasagna. Good! Now I …

Wednesday, June 9, 2010 By Eileen Connelly, OSU ARCHDIOCESE — Since it was established by the Sisters of Charity of Cincinnati more than 150 years ago, Good Samaritan Hospital has provided compassionate healthcare to all segments of the population.

Friday, June 4, 2010 DAYTON DEANERY — The offices of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati located at 266 Bainbridge St. in Dayton will be moving to 1436 Needmore Rd. in Dayton the week of June 14.

Friday, June 4, 2010 ARCHDIOCESE — The Financial Services Office of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati announced May 31 that changes will be made to the Lay Employees Pension Plan and the Priests’ Retirement Fund in 2011. Finance personnel, attorneys, actuaries, investment professionals and lay and clerical committees that include the …

Thursday, June 3, 2010 ARCHDIOCESE — The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is asking Greater Cincinnati residents to donate a fan, new window air conditioner or provide a monetary donation now through Aug. 13 to help local families in need have proper cooling and ventilation this summer.

Wednesday, June 2, 2010 By David Eck CATHEDRAL DEANERY — A newly formed group is working to ensure the aging Cathedral of St. Peter in Chains, the focal point of the Cincinnati archdiocese, remains vibrant for future generations. The Archbishop Karl J. Alter Society is comprised of members who donate …

Wednesday, June 2, 2010 ST. FRANCIS DE SALES DEANERY — A Mass and dinner to give thanks for retired Archbishop of Cincinnati Daniel E. Pilarczyk drew about 150 archdiocesan and religious order priests who wanted to express their appreciation for the archbishop’s 50 years of service to the local church.