ORLANDO | I recently attended the Society of St. Vincent de Paul Southeast Regional Conference in Atlanta. Like reading a good book or watching an inspiring movie, I came away eager to share some of the lessons I learned.
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New deacons ready to fulfill lasting ministries
ORLANDO | There is a brotherhood in the diaconate, a shared love of Christ and one another.
“The brotherhood has really been something that has been very special for each and every one of us. Not just the men, but …
Graduating seniors embody faithful service to the Church
VIERA | Born and raised in Madison, Alabama, Brolin Cozzolino grew up attending the local Catholic school and parish down the street from his childhood home. The oldest of three children, faith was an integral part of his life for …
Future priests chosen to be eucharist for others
ORLANDO | Two very different deacons find themselves approaching Ordination to the Priesthood united in their love for Christ and His Church and a desire to be servant leaders. On May 23, 2026, Deacon Daniel Bassile and Deacon Sinclair Cushmore …
Students serve Christ through mission
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC | Over spring break, five Embry-Riddle young adults traveled to the Dominican Republic to El Corozo and mission schools where they joined residents in their water project. They helped excavate trenches that will bring water to 27 families. …
Silver jubilarians serve God and faithful
ORLANDO | Eight priests currently serving or who have served in the Diocese of Orlando are celebrating their jubilee anniversaries. Since they arrived at the diocese, they’ve spent their lives bringing God’s love and joy to His people. Over the …
Bishop’s Letter: Retirement Announcement
Editor’s note: The following is a letter to the faithful Bishop John Noonan offered on his birthday, Feb. 26, 2026.
My Beloved Sisters and Brothers in Christ,
Grace, mercy, and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord! …
Brotherhood priest serves with hope
OVIEDO | Father Paul Helfrich carries out not only his vocation as a priest, but also as a member of the Brotherhood of Hope each day. As only one of three Brotherhood of Hope priests, Father Helfrich shares his ministry …
Alumni return as teachers and administrators
WINTER HAVEN | After 24 years in the public school system, Jennifer Insua returned to her alma mater of St. Joseph Catholic School as a teacher and now, principal. Accompanying her on staff are four other alumni who credit the …
Mission breathes life into young Ugandan doctor
ORLANDO | Joseph Mukiibi recalls the first visit of Blessed Trinity Parish missionaries to his small town of Nalweyo in Uganda 21 years ago. He was just a boy.
To him, the missionaries from Ocala were tall and joyful. They …