ORLANDO | Kimberly and Amon Guerrero met in Guam soon after high school. They had dated for six years when Amon, a Lieutenant in the Army stationed in Ft. Stewart, Georgia, was deployed to Iraq. It was May 2002 and, “Tensions were high on the world stage and talks of war were going around,” said … Continue reading “Convalidation: A journey to covenantal love”
WINTER PARK | Despite the heat, campers at San Pedro Spiritual Development Center’s middle school overnight camp enjoyed the Florida sun and grew in their faith through talks, interactive programs, Mass and Adoration. From canoeing to swimming and outdoor games, the sixth through eighth-graders learned “The Kingdom Awaits”. “We talked about God and His love … Continue reading “Campers prepare for the kingdom”
In the face of our country’s challenges, and challenges within the Church herself, Catholics find strength in the hope of Jesus Christ. “Religious freedom gives us the space to carry out the mission, to teach all nations, which Jesus has entrusted to the Church. Religious freedom means that Catholics are free to seek and live … Continue reading “Religious Freedom Week June 22-29: Strength in Hope”
ORLANDO | Two students at Good Shepherd Catholic School, Elias A. and Rachael S., took first place in their respective age groups at the Orange County Tropicana Speech Contest. The Tropicana Public Speaking program takes students through 5 lessons to prepare and deliver a quality speech. Students choose their own topic, conduct research, write and … Continue reading “Good Shepherd students win county contest”
ORLANDO | The first of seven shipments totaling 5,200 pipes arrived at the Basilica of the National Shrine of Mary, Queen of the Universe June 3 at 6 a.m. The pipes will form the new Schoenstein & Co. organ, a long-time dream of founding pastor of the shrine, Monsignor Joseph Harte. “An organ is the … Continue reading “New pipes “speak” God’s praises”
KISSIMMEE | St. Catherine of Siena Parish will dedicate its new sanctuary on June 22 at 11 a.m. The new church will accommodate more than 650 parishioners and was designed to easily expand to allow an additional 500 seats in the future. Designed by Plunkett Raysich Architects, LLC and completed by Henkelman Construction, Inc., a … Continue reading “New church to be dedicated June 22”
ORLANDO | Since 1983, an estimated 400 volunteers have served with Catholic Volunteers in Florida. Their service transformed their lives and that of those they served. Partnering with more than 40 agencies through the state, these men and women of all faiths continue to answer God’s call to serve “the least of these” (Matt. 25:41). … Continue reading “Expanding God’s kingdom as Catholic volunteers”
WINTER PARK | Welcoming people of all nations, Sts. Peter and Paul Parish in Winter Park was draped in swaths of red fabric symbolizing the descent of the Holy Spirit in tongues of fire at Pentecost. The celebration of Mass included intercessory prayers spoken in 14 different languages on June 8 and 9, recalling Scripture, … Continue reading “Pentecost multicultural celebration highlights unity”
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