One of the consequences of the traditional Lenten disciplines of prayer, fasting and almsgiving is unexpected blessings.
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Thanks a million: Ward gets $1 million gift
When Jim Ferrell first saw the kind of work Bishop Ward High School here does, he liked what he saw.
Concert talks focus on Divine Mercy
To propagate the message of Divine Mercy, Michael McGlinn travels the shortest route to the heart: through the ear.
Knight vision
Faith helps family keep focused as they navigate life's adventures.
St. Joseph’s Table helps parish’s needy through rough patches
March 4 marked the 20th year for the St. Joseph’s Table tradition at St. Joseph Parish in Shawnee.
Column: The prophets challenge us still
The strong outrage over the burning of some Qurans in Afghanistan has been amazing. Riots have broken out; people have been killed. We certainly deplore this violence.
Column: Coping with life’s downs and ups
Fifty-six. when I think of Lent, this is the number that comes to mind.
Big hearts make huge difference in little towns
You might think that this picturesque Flint Hills town, with its antique limestone storefronts and small-town charm, doesn’t have “big city” problems like poverty and homelessness.
Column: Religious freedom, conscience and the sanctity of human life
This is the second in a series of reflections related to the upcoming election
Sky-high blessing
Sometimes going above and beyond really means just that.v