News and Blog

Walking With Our Immigrant Neighbors: A Look Inside Catholic Charities’ CARE Program December 17th, 2025 Isaac Landsteiner, Director of Parish Social Ministry at Catholic Charities, shares about their CARE program and the support it gives to our immigrant neighbors.

Serving Christ in Our Neighbors: The Story of St. Vincent de Paul in Owatonna December 9th, 2025 Deb McManimon shares her experience developing and growing the St. Vincent de Paul Society in Owatonna, MN.

Sharing Faith Through Fellowship: How a Seeds of Faith Grant Is Bringing Families Together in Winona November 13th, 2025 When families gather around a table to share a meal, something special happens. Conversations flow more easily; laughter fills the room, and connections deepen. For the Cathedral of Sacred Heart in Winona, these simple meals have become moments of grace that are transforming their parish community.

The Table of Plenty: A Reflection and Action on Local Food Insecurity

Here at the Table of Plenty: A Reflection and Action on Food Insecurity October 8th, 2025 Hamburger Helper sales spike got us thinking. Food costs are rising & we see the impact locally. Read the article to hear a story from Owatonna & find ways to help.

The Power of Prayer- Sarah Striemer, Saint John Vianney (SJV) School Principal September 11th, 2025

Hope in Action: A “How To” on St. John Vianney's Outreach Through the Hope Shop September 4th, 2025 St. John Vianney Parish has opened its heart to serve through the Hope Shop, a volunteer-run initiative. See how your parish can start your own.

Sebastian Modarelli attends CMAA conference with Seeds of Faith grant to learn Gregorian Chant.

Seeds of Faith Enables Gregorian Chant, Elevates Liturgy August 18th, 2025 Sebastian Modarelli uses Seeds of Faith- Faith Formation grant to attend Church Music Association of America to learn Gregorian Chant.

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