November 1, 2012 By Michael Daley Though some may see this as a pathetic attempt to ingratiate myself to my editor, I’m actually serious. The Catholic press helps keep me Catholic. Perhaps even more importantly, I have it to thank for my wife June.   Back in the summer of …

November 1, 2012 By Fr. Kyle Schnippel Why does the church exist? Such a simple question, but such a variety of possibilities for answer. While it is true the church exists to perpetuate the sacraments, to continue Christ’s mission on Earth, to educate the youth; all seem to be possible …

November 1, 2012 By Steve Trosley Anyone who has played baseball or softball can tell you what it feels when he or she hits a ball squarely with the bat. It has its own feeling and sound. You instinctively know you did something right.

November 1, 2012 By Eileen Connelly, OSU Whether he was handing out utensils to guests or cleaning tables at the Over-the-Rhine Kitchen, William “Bill” Kenney always had a smile on his face and kind word for everyone he met. The longtime volunteer at Cincinnati’s oldest soup kitchen, who died Sept. …