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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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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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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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Podcast 48 - Vocations Awareness Week & Invocation Weekend
In this latest episode, the Diocese of Saginaw explores the significance of Vocations Awareness Week and Invocation Weekend. Tune in to hear inspiring discussions on answering the call, discerning one's path in faith, and the upcoming events dedicated to fostering religious vocations within our community.
In this latest episode, the Diocese of Saginaw explores the significance of Vocations Awareness Week and Invocation Weekend. Tune in to hear inspiring discussions on answering the call, discerning one's path in faith, and the upcoming events dedicated to fostering religious vocations within our community.
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Pope grateful for people's prayers, intends to resume duties 'gradually'
Pope Leo XIV made his first public remarks after returning to the Vatican following lung cancer surgery. His surgeon estimated that full physical recovery could take another 10 days or so.
Pope Leo XIV made his first public remarks after returning to the Vatican following lung cancer surgery. His surgeon estimated that full physical recovery could take another 10 days or so.
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This Sunday is the 100th anniversary of World Mission Sunday.
This Sunday is the 100th anniversary of World Mission Sunday. As part of the promotion and celebration, a video was created with participants from around the globe. Our very own Maria Coss was part of this process and if you look closely at about 1:20 on the video, you will see her! Learn More
This Sunday is the 100th anniversary of World Mission Sunday. As part of the promotion and celebration, a video was created with participants from around the globe. Our very own Maria Coss was part of this process and if you look closely at about 1:20 on the video, you will see her! Learn More
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