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Memorial Mass for Father Kenneth Yaroch to be celebrated Nov. 12
Father Kenneth E. Yaroch, 86, of Saginaw, died Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026. He was ordained to the priesthood on May 19, 1967, by Bishop Lawrence M. DeFalco in Amarillo, Texas. Father Yaroch was born in 1939 to the late Sylvester A. and Irene M. Yaroch of Bad Axe, Michigan.
Father Kenneth E. Yaroch, 86, of Saginaw, died Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026. He was ordained to the priesthood on May 19, 1967, by Bishop Lawrence M. DeFalco in Amarillo, Texas. Father Yaroch was born in 1939 to the late Sylvester A. and Irene M. Yaroch of Bad Axe, Michigan.
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Seminarian Michael Kuehne featured in Detroit Catholic article
Diocese of Saginaw seminarian Michael Kuehne took an important step on his journey to the priesthood, joining seven other seminarians in being installed as lectors and acolytes at Sacred Heart Major Seminary in Detroit.
Diocese of Saginaw seminarian Michael Kuehne took an important step on his journey to the priesthood, joining seven other seminarians in being installed as lectors and acolytes at Sacred Heart Major Seminary in Detroit.
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PodCast 49 - The Holy Spirit's Role in the Catholic Church
John Gonzalez interviews Peter Herbeck from Renewal Ministries about the Holy Spirit's role in spiritual transformation and the Catholic Church's mission. Peter shares personal anecdotes and discusses his book, "Lessons from the School of Love," along with his upcoming talk for the Year of the Holy Spirit at the Diocese of Saginaw.
John Gonzalez interviews Peter Herbeck from Renewal Ministries about the Holy Spirit's role in spiritual transformation and the Catholic Church's mission. Peter shares personal anecdotes and discusses his book, "Lessons from the School of Love," along with his upcoming talk for the Year of the Holy Spirit at the Diocese of Saginaw.
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Turn Great Stories Into Meaningful Impact
The Diocese of Saginaw is seeking a creative communicator to help tell the stories of faith, people and communities throughout our region. As Magazine Associate Editor/Chief Content Creator, you'll help shape Great Lakes Bay Catholic Magazine while creating engaging content for websites, video, podcasts, social media, email newsletters and more.
The Diocese of Saginaw is seeking a creative communicator to help tell the stories of faith, people and communities throughout our region. As Magazine Associate Editor/Chief Content Creator, you'll help shape Great Lakes Bay Catholic Magazine while creating engaging content for websites, video, podcasts, social media, email newsletters and more.
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Has the Holy Spirit changed your life this Year? Message from John Gonzalez, director of communications, Diocese of Saginaw
Dear Friends, As we journey through the Diocese of Saginaw's Year of the Holy Spirit, I have been inspired by the faith and commitment of those who have faithfully participated in our monthly speaker series. Since we began in June, we've reflected on topics such as the Holy Spirit in Sacred Scripture, the Early Church, the lives of the saints, and most recently, the Holy Spirit in the life of Mary
Dear Friends, As we journey through the Diocese of Saginaw's Year of the Holy Spirit, I have been inspired by the faith and commitment of those who have faithfully participated in our monthly speaker series. Since we began in June, we've reflected on topics such as the Holy Spirit in Sacred Scripture, the Early Church, the lives of the saints, and most recently, the Holy Spirit in the life of Mary
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Father Charles Hammond's Memorial Mass to be celebrated Friday, Nov. 6
Father Charles Albert Hammond, a senior priest of the Diocese of Saginaw, died on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026. He served as a priest for more than 50 years. Father Hammond was ordained to the priesthood in 1976 and served in parish ministry in Texas and Michigan. He also served as a missionary in Mexico, a vocation director and a director of lay ministry before joining the Diocese of Saginaw in 2001.
Father Charles Albert Hammond, a senior priest of the Diocese of Saginaw, died on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026. He served as a priest for more than 50 years. Father Hammond was ordained to the priesthood in 1976 and served in parish ministry in Texas and Michigan. He also served as a missionary in Mexico, a vocation director and a director of lay ministry before joining the Diocese of Saginaw in 2001.
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