Was it a reunion, an update, a grateful farewell tour? How about all of the above. Bishop Julio Cabrera Ovalle visited the Diocese of Belleville Aug. 8-10 and spoke Aug. 9 at a conference to strengthen relationships with sister parishes.

Part of the world yet apart from the world: The Poor Clares live in cloistered community, praying daily, beginning at 12:30 a.m. with Office of Matins and again at 4:55 a.m. for Lauds. These two times for prayer are among the times selected to gather for prayer throughout the day and are part of the Divine Office.

Pro basketball player Kevin Lisch works hard at his game. He played Division I ball at St. Louis University, was up for the NBA draft when he graduated in 2009, has won championships for pro teams in Spain, France and Australia and is heading to Rio de Janeiro to represent Australia, months after signing with the Sydney Kings.