by Sarah Wells When Bonnie Sartin finished tidying up the sanctuary of St. Francis Xavier Church and returned to the undercroft, a chorus of parishioners surprised her as they sang “Happy Birthday” in front of a huge cake. It was a simple show of their appreciation for her significant service …

A Closer Look | Kenneth Craycraft Every year, we are reminded that Lent should not merely be about giving up habits or pleasures but also adding some positive spiritual discipline. We might give up caffeine or alcohol, for example. Or we might add a spiritual or corporal work of mercy, …