By Barb Arland-Fye Editorial John Cooper tells a heartbreaking story about a young woman’s life-threatening struggle with alcoholism in the …Read More
Category: Opinion
Faith and finances do not have to be at odds
By Sam Aitchison The Church is Alive! On my university campus, meeting someone new usually entails two questions: “Where are …Read More
Letters to the Editor – June 12, 2025
Fr. Dunn made a difference To the Editor: Father Ed Dunn made a difference; he was so encouraging and positive. …Read More
Revise the budget reconciliation bill
By Barb Arland-Fye Editor Demonstrating that the practice of our Catholic faith transcends politics, our U.S. bishops are urging Congress …Read More
Pope Leo and ‘Rerum Novarum’
By Dan Ebener Guest Column When I first heard that the new pope had selected the name Leo XIV, I …Read More
Letters to the Editor – Jun 5, 2025
Addressing persecution To the Editor: In regards to the letter stating that The Catholic Messenger should focus on the persecution …Read More
What’s next after the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage?
By Barb Arland-Fye Editorial Eight young adult Catholics serving as perpetual pilgrims on the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage from Indianapolis to …Read More










