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Journeying to St. Joseph

The day dawned clear and bright, perfect for a drive north to Ogden. We were four pilgrims headed to St. Joseph Catholic Church, one of three parishes in the Diocese of Salt Lake City that is named for the foster father of Jesus and spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
In the car, we all wore masks, but we talked about the relief of finally being able to meet after months of social distancing because of the pandemic. The other three each had gotten their first immunization shot against the coronavirus; I wasn’t yet eligible but was willing to risk venturing out while taking precautions such as the mask and frequent applications of hand sanitizer. >>>

CCS refugee program prepares for new clients

The halls of Catholic Community Services are buzzing with an energy that hasn’t been felt in more than four years. After years of being hobbled by federal policies that reduced the flow of refugees coming to Utah to a trickle, changes brought by the new administration mean CCS is gearing up to help more people than ever. It’s an exciting time, Migration and Refugee Services Director Aden Batar said. >>>

Dream Builder's Breakfast canceled

Dream Builder’s  Breakfast canceled >>>

Maresha Bosgieter returns to Catholic Community Services

Maresha Bosgieter returns to Catholic Community Services >>>

Regional sports titles for Catholic high schools

Despite the coronavirus pandemic and the restrictions it imposed on athletes, Utah Catholic high schools had a strong winter season. Victories included firsts in girls wrestling and boys swimming. >>>

Anniversary of Installation

Anniversary of Installation >>>

Faith amid the ruins: Pope calls Iraqis to affirm kinship under one God

Pope Francis summarized his “pilgrimage of faith and penitence” to Iraq in a prayer:
“If God is the God of life – for so he is – then it is wrong for us to kill our brothers and sisters in his name.
“If God is the God of peace – for so he is – then it is wrong for us to wage war in his name.
“If God is the God of love – for so he is – then it is wrong for us to hate our brothers and sisters.” >>>

CRS Rice Bowl: Crispy Pancakes Recipe – Vietnam

CRS Rice Bowl: Crispy Pancakes Recipe – Vietnam >>>

Americans' mental health needs grow dramatically amid pandemic

The coronavirus pandemic has taken an emotional toll on Americans, with mental health professionals reporting they are getting more requests for assistance from people feeling helpless and experiencing anxiety and depression. >>>