Two worlds come together in the U.S. heartland

By Mike Beckman

Priest gets to the heart of Hispanic Ministry

By Elisabeth Román

"Chasing Papi" actor finds new mission

By Elisabeth Román

Creating community leaders one woman at a time

By Elisabeth Román

When Maria initially accepted help from the women who came knocking at her front door all she wanted was to get a driver’s license. For the mother of four children, one born with autism, being able to drive meant Maria could finally take her children to school and to their many doctor appointments.

Beyond church walls

By Father Steven Pawelk

Many religious communities focus on the “preferential option for the poor” or speak of working with the marginalized of today’s society. Glenmary Home Missioners is one community that shares this focus, especially among new immigrants in the rural areas of the United States. The pastoral ministry of Father John Brown and service ministry of Brother David Henley represent this well.

October 1. St. Thérèse of Lisieux.

A call to work with at risk youth

When Janette Hernández heard her calling she was a star athlete and held the Texas state shot-put record for several years. The only girl, in a family of four boys, she remembers as a child sitting at her father’s feet listening as he prepared talks, based on the Word of God, which he later shared with various groups.  

Sharing your talent with others

By Santiago Fernández

My mother once told me: “Son, always share your talent with the church and place it at the service of God, for it was God who gave it to you.” These wise words have always accompanied my ministry and given me strength during difficult times.

Migrant chapel remain faithful despite protests

By Elisabeth Román