Winged family fascinates faithful of Cortland parish
August 9, 2023
One spring, a family of ospreys, a large fish-eating raptor or bird of prey, took up residence atop an electric pole on the parish grounds.
Author: Pete Sheehan
Father Korda reflects on decades of media ministry
July 31, 2023
Father James Korda won a 2023 Gabriel Award from the Catholic Media Association for lifetime achievement in Catholic media.
About Saint John Vianney
July 28, 2023
Saint Jean-Baptiste-Marie Vianney, known as “John” in English, “the Cure of Ars,” was a 19th century French priest known for sanctity, pastoral zeal, supernatural gifts and unique insights as a confessor.
Faith Fact: What is a monsignor?
July 28, 2023
The designation “Monsignor” is not a rank or office but an honorific form of address or title bestowed upon certain priests.
By the Numbers: Back to School
July 28, 2023
Diocesan Catholic schools welcomed a grand total of 6,575 students this year.
About St. James the Great
July 24, 2023
St. James’ feast day is July 25. In our diocese, he is honored as patron of St. James Parish in Waynesburg.
Pete Sheehan Wins CMA Award
June 23, 2023
Pete took home the award for the Best Regular Column on Pro Life issues. Read his columns here.
Faith Fact: Who administers the Sacrament of Matrimony?
May 26, 2023
Did you know that marriage is the only sacrament that lay people can administer?
Farewell (for Now) Father Conoboy
May 16, 2023
Parishioners, former parishioners, and even Bishop David Bonnar gathered at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church in Aurora, Portage County, on April 29, to bid farewell to Father Shawn Conoboy.
Faith Fact: Catholicism’s Role in Popularizing Lacrosse
April 28, 2023
Have you ever noticed a resemblance between a lacrosse stick and a bishop’s crozier? There’s a reason for that.
