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Fr. Flanagan
Today, I’ve got a story for you! It’s about Omaha’s own (God willing) future saint, Fr. Edward Flanagan. If you’ve seen the 1938 biopic on his life, you might think… Read More
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Reviving a dying parish
St. Frances Cabrini, one of our oldest and most historic parishes, was dying. And if its story followed the usual pattern, it would be closed. Instead, the parish is not… Read More
Coach's Corner
Coach's Corner 3: When Events Don't Make a Difference
We all have experience planning events. In the family setting, I’m talking weddings, vacations, and holiday gatherings. Many of you, I’m sure, also have experience planning an event for your… Read More
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Gender, Jesus & Evangelization
Today I talk to Fr. Sean Kilcawley of the Diocese of Lincoln. Over the years, the Lord has called him into ministry with people who struggle with addiction and/or question… Read More
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Intentional Accompaniment with Michael Hall
I hear so many people these days saying things like, “I feel the Lord calling me to share my faith with others.” But for so many of us, evangelization is… Read More
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Coach's Corner 2: Closing Churches
Did you know that in July of this year more than 20 parishes in our diocese will cease having Sunday Mass? Maybe one of these parishes is your own. The… Read More
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The Importance of Our Catholic Schools
Did you know that since 1990 more than 400 new Catholic schools have opened in the United States? Unfortunately, during that same period there’s been a net loss of more… Read More
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Faith & Hope Amidst Pastoral Planning
By now, you’ve probably heard about the Journey of Faith. This is the archdiocese’s name for pastoral planning, the process by which a diocese tries to properly allocate its resources… Read More
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Why go it alone when you can Live Lent Together?
I’ve told you before that I’m convinced small faith sharing groups will bring renewal to our Church. One of my favorite ways to get small groups started in a parish… Read More
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Ministering to Young Mothers
In the world of evangelization, there is a lot of talk about how to reach families because the young family is often the most underserved demographic of our parishes. But… Read More
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The Gifts in Everyone
Have you ever noticed that the unique story of one person can highlight a universal truth about humanity? I often ponder how the Lord uses the story of someone who… Read More