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Tom Hocker of Tree of Life Imports displays crosses, stoles and tote bags that he imports from El Salvador and Guatemala as part of his fair trade business. All are handmade and embroidered by local artisans. (Marlene A. Zloza photo)
Import business supports fair trade and fosters mutual respect
Social Justice Teaching
St Michael Schererville
Parishes and schools ready to host events during NFL championship weekend
A 'SUPER' Weekend
Bishop Noll Institute senior Kimberly Padilla, of Hammond, received the QuestBridge National College Match Scholarship, a full four-year scholarship to attend Middlebury College.
Noll senior awarded full scholarship to top-tier college
Fulfilling a New Dream
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Homelessness, housing issues in the spotlight at the Statehouse
Housing and Homelessness Legislation
Sister Virginia Kampwerth PHJC
Sister remembered for love of education and the German language
Sister Virginia Kampwerth PHJC (1942-2026)
Father Mike Surufka
Order of Friars Minor reassigned, preparing to leave Gary in June
‘Missionaries are Meant to Eventually Leave’ 
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Young pro-life advocates display signs during the 53rd annual March for Life rally in Washington Jan. 23, 2026. (OSV News photo/Aaron Schwartz, Reuters)
Marchers celebrate the unique gift of life at 53rd annual March for Life
People gather at a makeshift memorial in Minneapolis Jan. 25, 2026, at the site where a man was fatally shot by federal agents trying to detain him Jan. 24. Archbishop Bernard A. Hebda of St. Paul and Minneapolis, along with other Church leaders, have called for peace amid growing tensions. (OSV News photo/Tim Evans, Reuters)
Catholic leaders call for peace, prayer after second person killed in Minneapolis by federal agents
Biblical king David, voice of Brandon Engman in youth, is pictured in a scene from the animated film "David." The OSV News classification is A-I – general patronage. The Motion Picture Association rating is PG -- parental guidance suggested. Some material may not be suitable for children. (OSV News photo/Angel Studios)
Top 10 family films of 2025
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