Bishop Thomas: “Sadly, as many individuals chose to move away or no longer exercise their Catholic faith, it was necessary to merge parishes in your area and throughout the diocese in 2005.”
Two local Catholic churches were closed in 2005 as part of clustering program; “At this stage, we would be happy turning the building into a museum.”
A Kansas pastor has written a book exploring how rural churches can survive in a changing world.
Weekend wrap-up of services
Annual free event, organized by Jehovah’s Witnesses, includes a feature length film about the wife of Lot.
Russian government trying to ban this religion in its country.
(UPDATED) Russian government trying to ban this religion.
Letters threatening genocide against Muslims and praising president-elect sent to multiple mosques
Harassment of other religious groups also rose, including both Jews and Muslims.
Former owner of Norwalk Domino's franchise is featured speaker at church.
American Legion representatives and law school professor share thoughts on subject.
Measures include elimination of Catholic Chronicle newspaper and website, and the diocesan-produced televised Sunday Catholic Mass.
