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The Great Mystery: Jesus comes to Us on Our Altars

When invited to write this Eucharistic Reflection for The Catholic Telegraph, I recalled my similar article for a 2021 Advent edition of Our Sunday Visitor Newsweekly that was concerned for the many people who stopped going to Mass. I hope to motivate Church members to better appreciate the Eucharist. If …
People of Faith: Gary DeFosse

On Saturday mornings Gary DeFosse, 82, visits his local YMCA. Three times a week he swims or lifts, and he presently serves as a lifeguard. “The Y doesn’t have as many lifeguards as they need, so I volunteered,” he said. “They said my age doesn’t matter if I can complete …
Making Catholic Memories Celebrating Saint Lucy

Tip-Toe Twinkle, the name of our Elf on the Shelf, arrived in our house by surprise one December day a few years ago. For the remainder of the month, he would occasionally cause mischief about the house while we parents grumbled about the mess left behind. However, the next year, …
Today’s Video: As we head into the darkest part of the year, we celebrate St. Lucy

December 13th is the feast day of St. Lucy. St. Lucy was a virgin martyr during the earliest centuries of Christianity under its worst persecution at the hands of the Roman Empire, therefore making her one of the most glorious saints in heaven. Today’s video looks at her life
Shaped by Love

Certain experiences shape our lives, our vocations and our ministries, especially if we are open to God’s presence and recognize that He is with us always. Father Mike Paraniuk finds this especially obvious when he reflects on his long ministry as a chaplain at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. Ordained …
A Message to Men

Today Fr. Mike encourages all men watching to consider taking the 90 day journey of Exodus 90. Learn more about Exodus 90 at www.Exodus90.com
Obituary: Sister Margaret Zureick

Sister Margaret Zureick 85, died December 1 at Maria Joseph Center. She was born February 1937 in Cincinnati, Ohio, the eldest of 2 children into a loving family. In 1956, she entered the Sisters of the Precious Blood Dayton, Ohio, and faithfully served God, His people and the Congregation for …
Local 12 To Air Documentary On Possible Sainthood For Cincinnati Sister Of Charity

Confronting outlaws and injustice, educating children, and caring for the sick are all part of the life story of a local Sister of Charity who is now being considered for sainthood. WKRC, Local 12 will air an hour-long documentary on the life and legacy of Sister Blandina Segale. A team …
Job Opening: St. Raphael the Archangel School Louisville, KY

St. Raphael the Archangel Catholic School presents an exciting opportunity to lead a vibrant school community. Our next principal will be a passionate, Catholic educator who is a strong spiritual and instructional leader. The successful candidate understands and relates to children and possesses the skills necessary to promote dynamic educational …
Guest Commentary: From darkness into light this Advent
![The night is advanced, the day is at hand. Let us then throw off the works of darkness [and] put on the armor of light Romans 13:12 Rorate Mass Old St Mary (CT Photo/Greg Hartman)](https://www.thecatholictelegraph.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/DSC_0569a-360x240.jpg)
By Sr Constance Veit, lsp Our motherhouse is located on a large property in a tiny village in rural France. With its old stone buildings, expansive pastures, flower gardens and shaded pathways, it’s a gorgeously bucolic setting and the most peaceful place I’ve ever been. During the year that I …