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Rite of Election

The Most Rev. John C. Wester, Bishop of Salt Lake City, signs the Book of the Elect during the Rite of Election on March 8. >>>

Around the Diocese

Documentary Screening: "40" — Saturday, March 22, 6:15 p.m. at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 300 East 11800 South, Draper. The 40 film is about the aftermath of legalized abortion in America and is appropriate for viewers age 13 and older, free childcare provided. For information about the film, contact Johanna O’Connor, jloconnor13@gmail.com or 385-232-9456.  >>>

Lenten sacrifices remind us that we need God

As we enter into the beautiful season of Lent, we usually stop and consider what to do for Lent – or, more to the point, what to "give up" for Lent. We Catholics carry deep within us a long tradition of performing acts of penance during our 40 days of preparing for Easter. Such sacrifices are rooted in our understanding of mortification, namely, dying to self so that Christ can rise within us at Easter. >>>

Los sacrificios de la Cuaresma nos recuerdan que necesitamos a Dios

Al iniciar este hermoso tiempo de Cuaresma, por lo general, nos detenemos a pensar qué hacer para la Cuaresma, o para ser más directos, qué "sacrificaremos", durante la Cuaresma. Los Católicos llevamos muy adentro de nosotros una larga tradición en hacer actos penitenciales durante los cuarenta días para prepararnos para la Pascua. Dichos sacrificios provienen de nuestro entendimiento sobre la modificación, es decir, morir uno mismo para que Cristo resucite dentro de nosotros en la Pascua. Entonces, ¿cómo el "sacrificar los dulces" me prepara para la Pascua?. ¡Buena pregunta! Permíteme que trate de darte una respuesta. >>>

Fr. Cervantes is the new parochial vicar at St. Joseph

OGDEN — On Sept. 4 Father Raul Cervantes arrived in Utah from Guanajuanto, Mexico to become the new parochial vicar at Saint Joseph Catholic Church in Ogden. >>>

40 Days for Life begins vigil

40 Days for Life began its spring campaign of prayer and fasting last night at the Planned Parenthood office in Salt Lake City. >>>

Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick celebrated at Saint Patrick Parish

SALT LAKE CITY — The faithful gathered at Saint Patrick Parish in Salt Lake City on Feb. 11 for World Day for the Sick. The Celebration of the Eucharist with conferral of Anointing of the Sick was offered to the sick and elderly. Father Lourduraj Gally Gregory, pastor, mentioned that Feb. 11 also is the feast day of Our Lady of Lourdes, who is Fr. Gally’s patron saint; his pastor in India named him at the request of his parents. >>>

Leprechaun Lope to celebrate 25th year

SALT LAKE CITY — Join the sea of green and start your St. Patrick’s Day celebration at the Leprechaun Lope – the only race with real leprechauns. This 10K and 5K race and 2-mile fun run has been a Salt Lake tradition for 25 years. Proceeds benefit Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School. A record number of people are expected this year to don their green gear and craziest Leprechaun garb to run (or walk) in the event. >>>

Catholic hospitals need a renewal of identity

Among the proudest achievements of American Catholic history was its pioneer efforts in founding hospitals in difficult times, staffing them with dedicated religious and laity, and providing medical care to the poor and needy, often against great odds. The evangelizing power of the Catholic hospital in America has been enormous and the source of great goodwill on the part of many non-Catholics toward the Catholic Church. >>>