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The Church needs new language in explaining its sexual morality

The recent Extraordinary Synod of Bishops convened at the Vatican to discuss the challenges facing the family today was, if the media be heeded, a gathering to discuss primarily sexual morality. >>>

CFU celebrates 30 years of increasing support

SALT LAKE CITY — On Nov. 14, the Catholic Foundation of Utah will celebrate the 30th year since its founding by Bishop William K. Weigand and a group of volunteer board members, who were tasked with investing the proceeds of the sale of Holy Cross Hospital and other assets to help provide a secure financial future for the Diocese of Salt Lake City. >>>

St. Mary Parish plans Advent retreat for Nov. 22

WEST HAVEN — St. Mary Parish in West Haven will host an Advent retreat, “Come Lord Jesus,” to prepare for the Advent season and the coming of the Lord on Christmas Day. Advent begins on Nov. 30 and continues the four following Sundays. >>>

Following God's will is a path to happiness for seminarian

SALT LAKE CITY — Sergio A. Chavez, a seminarian for the Diocese of Salt Lake City, was a typical child growing up in Huejucar, Jalisco, Mexico, until he heard a call to the priesthood. >>>

Expectations raised for next year's ordinary synod of bishops

SALT LAKE CITY — The extraordinary synod of bishops on the family, held in Rome Oct. 5-19, raised  concerns, questions and expectations of what may be addressed at next year’s ordinary synod. >>>

Retreat for KSA 8th-graders teaches team building

SALT LAKE CITY — The 8th-grade class from Kearns-St. Ann School participated in a retreat Oct. 9 at Camp Kostopulos in Emigration Canyon. The 15 students, who are in their final year at Kearns-St. Ann School, participated in team-building and challenge activities with Camp K staff. The activities required students to step out of their individual comfort zones and participate with their classmates. In every activity, communication, problem-solving, positive team effort and courage were necessary to ensure success.  >>>

Saint Joseph Elementary: Of math and circuses

OGDEN — Saint Joseph Catholic Elementary School hosted an Under the Big Top Circus Math Night on Oct. 9. Families gathered to have a fun evening with a variety of circus-themed math activities suited for students from preschool to eighth grade >>>

UN Day celebrates diversity

SANDY — Blessed Sacrament School celebrated United Nations Day on Oct. 27. Nationally, United Nations Day is celebrated each year on Oct. 24, marking the anniversary of the UN Charter that came into being in 1945. >>>

Kent Lowe es recordado como un testigo de la voluntad de Dios

SALT LAKE CITY — Kent Lowe, uno de los sacristanes de la Catedral de la Magdalena, y uno de los candidatos en la clase de diaconado permanente, fue conocido por muchos antes de su muerte el 22 de octubre a la edad de 55 años. Ayudaba en  la Misa diaria de la catedral así como en las Misas de la tarde de los fines de semana. También guiaba las Vísperas de cada noche, estaba involucrado con el ministerio de prisión y la sociedad de Adoración Nocturna, ayudaba a los sacerdotes con el ministerio “Christ in the City’ para jóvenes y jóvenes adultos y era miembro de los Caballeros de Colón. >>>