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Catholic diocese offers condolences on the death of Elder Scott

Dear President Monson, >>>

2015 Carmelite Fair

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Following Ignatius

Here in Utah I’ve been exposed to the spirituality of Dominicans, Benedictines and Carmelites. Each religious order has revealed traits that I try to incorporate in my life: I appreciate the Dominicans’ mercy, the Benedictines’ hospitality, the Carmelites’ contemplation. >>>

Scriptural Stations of the Cross should be promoted

I notice that in churches built or renovated after Vatican II, the “scriptural” Stations of the Cross approved by Pope John Paul II in 1991 are rarely portrayed. Instead one finds the “traditional” order promulgated by Pope Clement XII in 1731. I suspect that many pastors, architects, and artists are unaware of the revised version first used by John Paul at the Roman Colosseum on Good Friday 1991. >>>

Various adult faith formation classes scheduled

MIDVALE — The  adult religious education program at Saint Therese of the Child Jesus Parish is expanding   its fall classes to other parishes. The classes meet on various nights and cover different subjects. >>>

Accompanying Millennials on their faith journey

In my last article, I urged people to ask themselves: What can we do to welcome in Millennial young adults and accompany them on their faith journey? I suggested that the best way to answer this question is to ask young adults directly. Therefore, over the past month, I asked two of my peers, let’s call them “A” and “B,” three simple questions about how they want to be supported in their faith journey. As you read their responses, think of what you and your parish are doing well to welcome in young adults and what can be improved. I hope that you ask the young adults in your life these same questions. >>>

Gary Green heads Saint Vincent de Paul School

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Eighth-graders pen letter to the editor

“Sticks and stones may break our bones but names will never hurt us.” Right?  >>>

Christian vaudeville comes to Saint Vincent de Paul School

APeX Ministries is two Catholic men, Brad Farmer and Gene Monterastelli, who have made it their lives’ work since 1996 to travel across North America sharing the truth and joy of the Gospel. They have crafted a unique style, which they call “Christian vaudeville,” that engages an audience and creates rapport by telling “parables” through sketch comedy, seamlessly integrating the use of juggling and street performer style skill and intensity.  >>>