In recent years, student surveys have pointed to a desire for greater participation in liturgical celebrations. To help students fulfill …Read More
Interest high in Assumption’s new Worship Team
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Self-sacrifice is necessary to redeem the earth
By Father Bud Grant Reflections on hope are inevitable when Easter and the vernal equinox coincide. This spring also marks …Read More
Strengthen me, oh Lord
By Judith Costello My kids have posters near their beds that say: “I can do all things…” Do you know …Read More
Corn is essential to Iowa’s economy
In regard to the column by Father Bud Grant (March 18 Catholic Messenger), I just want to give a quick …Read More
Scruples over Lent pale next to war’s moral failings
The moral “dilemma” faced by Father Bill Kneemiller (“Postcards from Chaplain Kneemiller,” March 25 Catholic Messenger) and his fellow officers …Read More
Parishioner promotes community gardening in West Liberty
By Celine Klosterman WEST LIBERTY — A trained chef and retired horticulturist is combining two of his main interests to …Read More
Parishes promote environmental efforts
By Anne Marie Amacher “The environment is God’s gift to everyone, and in our use of it we have a …Read More