Retreat refuels UCF Catholic alum

OVIEDO | On May 17, University of Central Florida Catholic Campus Ministry alumni gathered for their second retreat to reconnect and refuel their faith.

Catholic Campus Minister (CCM) Kimmy Zeiler is a product of the ministry’s early years, a group

Christians, Muslims unite to share blessings

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 …

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 …