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Bishop's Dinner return celebrates
diocesan Catholic schools
Nearly 450 supporters of Catholic education from northwest Iowa and beyond gathered last night at the Bishop’s Dinner for Catholic Schools - Rooted in Faith, Forming Saints and Scholars. It is the first Bishop’s Dinner scheduled since the 2022 event.
Highlighting the contributions of the 14 diocesan Catholic school systems, the dinner was held at the Marriott Riverfront Convention Center in South Sioux City, Nebraska, just across the river from Sioux City.
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Highlighting the contributions of the 14 diocesan Catholic school systems, the dinner was held at the Marriott Riverfront Convention Center in South Sioux City, Nebraska, just across the river from Sioux City.
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Bishop John E. Keehner was keynote speaker for the dinner.
Bishop John E. Keehner and Dr. Dora Jung, diocesan superintendent, pose with the Bishop's Dinner award winners.
Father Saúl: Faith speaks Spanish, too
Father Saúl de la Cruz Camarena came to the Diocese of Sioux City from Mexico to serve as Priest - Sacramental Minister for two years. He received permission from his cardinal and Sioux City Bishop John E. Keehner for this temporary assignment.
Father Camerena will assist at parishes in the diocese celebrating Mass, hearing confessions and providing other pastoral services. His presence helps address the spiritual needs of Spanish-speaking Catholics, many of whom face language barriers and must balance their religious practices with demanding work schedules.
Originally from Zapotlanejo, Jalisco, Mexico, Father Camarena entered the seminary in Guadalajara in 2011 at age 17. During a break in his priestly formation, he lived in Hull, where he worked for a year and became involved with the local Catholic community.
Father Camerena will assist at parishes in the diocese celebrating Mass, hearing confessions and providing other pastoral services. His presence helps address the spiritual needs of Spanish-speaking Catholics, many of whom face language barriers and must balance their religious practices with demanding work schedules.
Originally from Zapotlanejo, Jalisco, Mexico, Father Camarena entered the seminary in Guadalajara in 2011 at age 17. During a break in his priestly formation, he lived in Hull, where he worked for a year and became involved with the local Catholic community.
Father Saúl de la Cruz Camarena greets the Portillo Bermudez family, following the 6 p.m. Mass he celebrated Thursday, October 8, at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Denison.
Illuminating Catholics Podcast
Shining a light on judge, writer, social justice, dignity
Iowa Court of Appeals Judge John Sandy of Spirit Lake St. Mary Parish talks about his faith journey, work in the legal field as well as his writings on issues of social justice and the dignity of each human being in this week's episode.
Listen to the full episode or others you may have missed wherever you get your podcasts, watch on YouTube or click here.
Tomorrow's episode: Ines San Martin of the Pontifical Mission Societies talks about Blessed Fulton Sheen, the incredible work of the missions and the upcoming 100th anniversary of World Mission Sunday.
World Mission Sunday is Oct. 18. Please be generous to this collection in your parish this weekend.
More headlines, features
Day of Prayer for clergy, religious health
The fourth annual Day of Prayer for the Health and Wellness of Clergy and Men and Women Religious is Oct. 16. This annual event offers a sacred space of prayer and reflection for those who have dedicated their lives to God and the service of others, while encouraging renewal of mind, body, and spirit.
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Video invitation from Jon Konz, keynote of the Nov. 1 Called Youth Conference in Granville.
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Parents and family members who have mourned the loss of an infant attended the Memorial Mass for Miscarriage and Infant Loss held Oct. 14 at Cathedral of the Epiphany in Sioux City.
Celebrated by Bishop John E. Keehner, the annual Mass was again held in October during the month that the Catholic Church observes as Respect Life Month. October is also Pregnancy, Infant and Child Loss Awareness Month. Bishop Emeritus Walker Nickless and Father Larry Burns concelebrated the liturgy.
Celebrated by Bishop John E. Keehner, the annual Mass was again held in October during the month that the Catholic Church observes as Respect Life Month. October is also Pregnancy, Infant and Child Loss Awareness Month. Bishop Emeritus Walker Nickless and Father Larry Burns concelebrated the liturgy.
Father Paul Nguyen two weeks after his kidney transplant, recovering at his parents' home.
