The most forgotten people in the world
“I hope you are doing okay at this time.” This is how almost every letter I get from Danny, my death row pen pal begins. In fact, it is how the letters I get from several other men on death row begin. I guess it means the same as “How are you? I am fine,” which is how I used to start letters to my aunts, uncles and grandparents when I was a youngster.
Read MoreHumility of Mary celebrates 'Year of Consecrated Life'
Visitors learned more about the mission and the history of the Congregation of the Humility of Mary on Sunday afternoon.
Read MorePaving the path for immigrants to thrive: Sister Irene Munoz leaves a legacy in six decades of ministry
Sister Irene Munoz, or “Madre Irene,” as she is known fondly in the Hispanic community, leaves more than her heart in Ottumwa after retiring July 31 as multicultural minister. For the many people whose lives she touched, Madre Irene leaves the gifts of inspiration, motivation, perseverance and the Catholic faith to carry on her work of service to and empowerment of others for generations to come.
Read MoreSr. Helen Strohman Resting in Heavenly Peace
Sister Helen Strohman entered eternal life on April 7, 2023.
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