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Reviewing the schedule for the Prayer Service for Christian Unity in the sacristy at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton in Valparaiso on Jan. 22 are (second from left} Father Michael Kopil, pastor, and guest celebrants (from left) Father Michal Buchko of St. Michael Byzantine Catholic Church in Merrillville, Father Lev Holowaty of Descent of the Holy Spirit Orthodox Church in Schererville, Pastor Esta Rosario of Chesterton United Methodist Church and Father Douglas Mayer, pastor of St. Paul Catholic Church in Valpara
Ecumenical prayer service seeks to bring religions together
Christian Unity Week
Vicky Hathaway
Leadership formation takes a deep dive into today’s young Church
Ken Bohling
Alumnus of St. Michael School reflects on Catholic upbringing
Father Jon Plavcan
Christian feast marks the Presentation of Jesus
Candlemas
St Michael Schererville
Parishes and schools ready to host events during NFL championship weekend
A 'SUPER' Weekend
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
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Anglican Archbishop of Canterbury Sarah Mullally smiles at the end of the confirmation of her election at St Paul's Cathedral in London Jan. 28, 2026, where she officially became the 106th archbishop of Canterbury and is the first woman to lead the Church of England in its 1,400-year history. (OSV News photo/Isabel Infantes, Reuters)
First woman to lead Church of England in its 1,400-year history confirmed in ceremony
Eyma Scharen, who plays St. Bernadette, and other cast members appear on stage in the musical "Bernadette of Lourdes." Following a successful tour in Europe, the newly developed English version of the French musical about Bernadette Soubirous will open in Chicago Feb. 19, 2026, and run through March 15 at the Athenaeum Center for Thought & Culture before touring nationwide. Preview performances will be held Feb. 12-18.(OSV News photo/Fathom Productions)
New musical on life of St. Bernadette, Lourdes visionary, begins US tour in Chicago
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
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