September 26, 2011 By Jennifer Hogan Redmond ST. FRANCIS DE SALES DEANERY — When Dr. Dallas “Buzz” and Melissa Auvil embarked on their first medical mission trip to Kabingo, Uganda, in 2010, they thought they were organized. “But we were bombarded with hundreds of people every day,” at the rural …

September 26, 2011 By Eileen Connelly OSU ARCHDIOCESE — According to the “Guide for Parish Twinning,” which originated in the Diocese of St. Cloud, Minn., and has been adapted for use by the Archdiocese of Cincinnati, the term “mission” has traditionally meant going forth into the world to teach the …

September 26, 2011 By Denise Menke ST. MARGARET MARY DEANERY — Members of the St. Bartholomew Parish in Finneytown marked the 50th anniversary of the parish with a special Mass Aug. 28. Archbishop Dennis M. Schnurr served as primary celebrant for the Mass, along with Father Patrick Welsh, pastor. They …

September 26, 2011 By Eileen Connelly, OSU ARCHDIOCESE — “God’s presence just surrounds everybody.”

September 26, 2011 By Eileen Connelly, OSU DAYTON DEANERY – Members of the Archdiocesan Pastoral Council (APC) heard a presentation on the implementation of the new Roman Missal and received an update on the visioning process undertaken by the Catholic Schools Office from Jim Rigg, director of educational services and …

September 26, 2011 By Melanie Crowe ST. LAWRENCE DEANERY — As the old saying goes, “If you want to get something done, ask a busy person.”  

September 16, 2011 DAYTON DEANERY — The Dayton Catholic Women’s Club (DCWC), an affiliate of the National Council of Catholic Women, distributed $14,000 in profits from last year’s fundraisers to the following recipients: St. Agnes Outreach, Daybreak, St. Marys Development Corporation, Oasis, Catholic Social Services, Elizabeth New Life Center, Learning …

September 16, 2011 DAYTON DEANERY — The Dayton Catholic Women’s Club (DCWC), an affiliate of the National Council of Catholic Women, distributed $14,000 in profits from last year’s fundraisers to the following recipients: St. Agnes Outreach, Daybreak, St. Marys Development Corporation, Oasis, Catholic Social Services, Elizabeth New Life Center, Learning …

September 15, 2011 ARCHDIOCESE — Cursillo is a Spanish word meaning “little lesson.” The little lesson it provides is one that expands over time.

September 13, 2011 ARCHDIOCESE — The annual Blue Mass, celebrated at the Cathedral of St. Peter in Chains Sept. 11, was an opportunity to recognize local safety personnel, along with honoring the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice during the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Archbishop Dennis M. Schnurr …