For The Catholic Messenger WEST DES MOINES — Bob Ritz has been named CEO of Mercy Health Network (MHN), its …Read More
New CEO named for Mercy Health Network
Category: People
Persons, places and things: back to life
By Barb Arland-Fye The Catholic Messenger My husband Steve inherited his late father Bill’s hard-working attitude and his concern for others. …Read More
Lifelong parish member celebrates 100th birthday
VICTOR — Mary Scandridge celebrated her 100th birthday at St. Bridget Parish Hall in March. She has been a member …Read More
People in the news
Teen appointed to U.S. Naval Academy OTTUMWA — Justin Michael Budan, a member of St. Mary of the Visitation Parish, has …Read More
Deacon candidate’s wife reflects on journey
By Rosie Barton For The Catholic Messenger The five-year journey through the deacon formation program has been an enlightening experience …Read More
Persons, places and things: the learning curve of motherhood
By Barb Arland-Fye The Catholic Messenger My son Colin’s preschool teacher gave me a piece of advice that I have …Read More
Sr. Ludmilla keeps on cooking
Nun celebrates 70th anniversary with Sisters of Mercy By Barb Arland-Fye The Catholic Messenger DAVENPORT — Ninety-year-old Sister Ludmilla Benda, …Read More