WINTER PARK | During Ramadan, Muslims believe their fasting is a time of blessing. That is the wish expressed when they greet each other with the words Ramadan Mubarak.
At the recent Iftar (sundown) dinner hosted by St. Margaret …
Lent: Season of penance, season of hope
ORLANDO | Lent is less than one week away. The season of penance prepares us for the Lord’s glorious resurrection but also fills some hearts with stress when focused on the sacrifices ahead.
In this Jubilee Year of Hope, …
3 women veterans served then and now
ORLANDO | As we conclude our commitment to honor veterans this week, Florida Catholic shares the stories of three women who served their country and continue to serve their brothers and sisters by living out their faith.
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…Saints mural touches hearts
WINTER HAVEN | When St. Matthew Parish in Winter Haven commissioned artist Paul O’Neill to paint a mural of saints, the artist didn’t expect the overwhelming response from the community.
The mural is now making waves and prompting prayer, reflection, …
Diakonia: A family affair
The word deacon (diakonia) means service — in ministry to others — and that service most often starts at home. In this three-part series, the Florida Catholic will introduce you to three diaconate families and explore how this vocation impacts …
Called to be missionaries of love
NASHVILLE | Sarah Kroger’s music has the power to stir the soul, to make you unafraid to look at your brokenness, to encounter God where you are. It is her Eucharist offered to others, in love.
The singer for the …
Eucharistic love embodies congress
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana | Priests and lay people talking with the homeless, nuns praying on the sidewalk, a stranger sharing his conversion story on a curb, smiling crowds singing prayers in the streets – it was the Eucharist alive in downtown …
Parish sees to the needs of visually impaired child
WINTER PARK | Haylee is a smart, happy 8-year-old girl who loves God and her family. Her mother said she likes to try new things, travel to new places and meet life head on. Her gentle nature has fellow students …
Faith and science come together for Space Day
MELBOURNE | When 50 students clamored for a spot in Ascension Catholic School’s Chess Club, Lillie Switanek was surprised. Their interest and the fact the school is on the Space Coast prompted her to gather a committee of parents to …
Flooding and affordable housing addressed at meeting
By Glenda Meekins of the Florida Catholic staff, March 28, 2024
Grassroots efforts to improve affordable housing and address flooding issues in Volusia County were the focus of the March 18, F.A.I.T.H. Assembly meeting at Our Lady of Hope Parish …