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Into Your Hands – February 2026

February 1, 2026

In the delightful classic movie The Bells of St. Mary’s, Bing Crosby and Ingrid Bergman star as a priest and a religious sister serving at the above-mentioned parish and its school. Ingrid Bergman plays Sr. Benedict, a school principal with . . .

Statement Regarding the Dignity and Respect of Our Migrant Brothers and Sisters

February 1, 2026

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Greetings and prayerful best wishes at the beginning of a new year, which brings with it the hope of peace and prosperity for all. Unfortunately, however. . .

Letter to the Faithful Regarding Beacons of Light and Synod 2027

January 23, 2026

Happy New Year! I pray that you had a blessed and joyful Christmas season with your family, friends, and loved ones. A new year calls us to reflection. As we look back . . .

Catholic Schools Week 2026: Jan. 25 – Jan. 31

January 23, 2026

Catholic school students, teachers, and communities throughout the 19-county Archdiocese of Cincinnati will be celebrating the 52nd annual Catholic Schools Week from January 25 through January 31 under the theme, “Catholic Schools: United in Faith and Community.” The 111 Catholic elementary and high schools . . .

Deacon Mark J Westendorf

January 12, 2026

Deacon Mark J Westendorf, a deacon of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati, died on December 23, 2025 at the age of 72. Deacon Westendorf was ordained April 24, 2010 by Archbishop Dennis M. Schnurr. He served . . .

Bell Tower Demolition Marks Turning Point in Future of St. John the Baptist, Maria Stein

January 7, 2026

Today, the bell tower of St. John the Baptist Church in Maria Stein is being carefully demolished following the collapse of the west wall of the church on Monday, December 29, 2025. Seven months after a fire ravaged St. John the Baptist Church, the west wall of the church collapsed last week due to . . .