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Fr. Donald Rutherford

My friend served a tour in Iraq with the Army. While he was there, Father Rutherford was the chaplain on the base. I want to thank Father Rutherford for answering God’s call through his service to the Army—consoling soldiers struggling with PTSD, performing the...

Fr. Pius Pietrzyk

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When you think of priests, you usually think of the church—but they serve in so many other places as well. For example, Father Pius Pietrzyk works in a government role as a board member of the Legal Services Corporation. As a priest on Capitol Hill, he helps people...

Fr. Sean Yates

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I’ve always wondered how, when, and why priests decide to dedicate their lives to the priesthood, and I find their stories fascinating. Father Yates openly shares his difficult journey that ultimately led him to become a priest. He speaks candidly about hitting “rock...

Fr. Matthew Schneider

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A group that is too often overlooked in the Church is the disabled. Beyond city-mandated ramps and accessible bathrooms, there are still few ways that neurodivergent people are truly included. Father Matthew has been essential in changing that. As someone who lives...

Fr. Martin Fisher

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My Nod to Father Marty was inspired by reading his recently published meditation book, entitled Camino Grace. The book provides 11 days of commentary, including poetry. The presented messages are worthy of meditation. Thank you, Father Marty, for your efforts in...

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