https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html Pope Francis Dies at 88 – His Easter Monday death is mourned by millions, ends 12-year papacy McGovern leaving Belleville after five years as its Bishop Former Belleville Bishop installed as Omaha Archbishop Fr. Stan Konieczny, of Smithton, dies at 70 Spring Farm Blessing: Bishop McGovern visits Ruppert family in Coulterville for annual event After 40 years, Immaculate Conception students are still taking to the road to enhance learning opportunities Healing words: St. Teresa teacher Neville contributes chapter to book designed to help people navigate the grieving process Welcome to ‘Hubbard’s Haven:’ St. Vincent de Paul receives generous donation, renames its soup kitchen to honor man who has assisted the poor, homeless and hungry since 1973 ‘Codfathers’ looking forward to another season of fish fries at Queen of Peace Following the Father’s call: Casmir Cozzi on course to be ordained into priesthood in June 2027 Mater Dei junior Owen Musenbrock scores a 36 on ACT Pope reflects on his life, urges people to look to future with hope Catching up with Most. Rev. Edward K. Braxton 200 years and counting – St. Augustine of Canterbury in Hecker celebrates milestone anniversary Getting to know Fr. Pat McDevitt – Chicago native begins new role as chancellor of Diocese of Belleville God is the author of life Blessing of the Harvest – Sun breaks through clouds as Bishop McGovern begins ceremony ‘Mind-blowing’ – Student from Indiana helps conserve painting of Mary, Christ Child to be used as Christmas stamp 100 candles – The Academy of Notre Dame holds centennial celebration at St. Augustine of Canterbury St. Michael Celebrates – More than 500 parishioners gather to commemorate 150 years at the church in Radom Teachers, administrators upbeat about new school year Megan Massie is first recipient of Althoff scholarship that honors fallen Marine Head of the Class: Diocesan teachers’ excellence recognized with Emerson Awards Two women, two journeys and the people you meet along the way ‘Life has been a gift from God’ Sister Rose Anthony Mathews celebrates 70 years with Adorers Heralded Mater Dei athlete stands tall in two sports, eyes more state titles Holy Family church: 325 years and counting Bishop McGovern’s Column – You Are Not Alone Spring Farm Blessing – Braeutigam serves as host New director of education ‘passionate’ about Catholic schools ‘Awe and Wonder’ Eclipse travels across heart of diocese, thrills Holy Trinity students at Camp Ondessonk Bishop names Birdsong new Althoff principal Lanham exits Gibault to become Associate Director of Education Fr. Gene Neff marks 50 years as director of Catholic Ministry to Sick & Aged Sweet sounds of strings In a world of hostility, vocation of Christians is to hope, pope says Breese native will become first president at Gibault High Althoff junior Gabby Orlet wins national courage award Honoring their memory – Boy Scout, Cathedral of St. Peter parishioner leads project to clean SSND grave markers, monuments at Green Mount Cemetery Pope: Discount personal appearances, listen to God during Lenten season Following God’s Path – ‘Baby Deacons’ in Trenton and New Baden completing first year in service to Church “The Chosen” in Theaters, Then Streaming Lending a hand – with a smile on his face Arrival of Eucharist highlights Emmaus Days in Diocese of Belleville Combating The Cold – Clinton County Woman “Throws” Her Heart, Hands into Helping People Stay Warm Our Lady Queen of Peace Students Spreading Joy to the Elderly Memory book: Pope reviews his life and shares dreams for future St. Joseph Teacher Uses STEM Lab to “Make Learning Fun” Althoff Basketball Coach Leib Still Counting His Blessings After 26 Seasons Emmaus Days Gallery