By Barb Arland-Fye Editor A text message from Amanda, who supervises home-based support for my son Colin, conveyed an unexpected …Read More
Category: People
Knights council recognizes teacher, catechist
By Lindsay Steele The Catholic Messenger FORT MADISON — Knights of Columbus Council 739 presented its inaugural Lifetime Achievement award to …Read More
Persons, places and things: Serving up ‘Barbie Burgers’
By Barb Arland-Fye Editor Adding my secret ingredients to the sloppy joe concoction that acquired the nickname “Barbie Burgers” years …Read More
Persons, places and things: ‘Hope in God …’
By Barb Arland-Fye Editor A phone call interrupted my hectic efforts to get out the door and head to the …Read More
Pizano ordination Aug. 2
The Catholic Messenger DAVENPORT — Bishop Dennis Walsh will ordain Alfonso Pizano Jr. to the diaconate Aug. 2 at 10 …Read More
SAU board extends contract with President Novak
The St. Ambrose University Board of Trustees has extended its contract with President Amy Novak through June 30, 2030, reaffirming …Read More
Persons, places and things: A well-kept secret
By Barb Arland-Fye Editor A few hours after learning he would become a bishop, which had to be kept secret …Read More