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Enact Catholic social teaching in election

The lack of television ads and high priced campaigns notwithstanding, an extremely important election will take place in Utah on Nov. 5. The results of the election will affect public safety, land use within cities, local property taxes, road safety, economic development, and, in at least one case, public education. Why is this mentioned in the Catholic newspaper? Because Tuesday’s municipal elections will have great impact on under-served populations in our cities and towns, yet these populations will not be well represented unless Catholics vote with social justice ideals in mind. >>>

Moral orthodoxy and pastoral compassion can be compatible

Considerable tension in present-day Catholicism centers on the Church’s moral teachings. Many regard the Catholic moral system as heartless and cold. This judgment is often based on the concrete experiences of Catholics in dealing with clergy who preach and practice moral orthodoxy at the expense of compassion. >>>

Catholics celebrate the family and the rosary

DRAPER — Dozens of Hispanic Catholics gathered to celebrate a "Day for Families and a Living Rosary" Oct. 26 at the Skaggs Catholic Center in Draper. >>>

Católicos celebran a las familias y al Rosario

DRAPER – Decenas de familias católicas hispanas se reunieron para celebrar Un Día de la Familia y Rosario Viviente en el Centro Católico Skaggs en Draper. >>>

Parish retreat offers a day of worship and reflection for young people and families

HYDE PARK — Father Rogelio Felix from Sonora, Mexico; and Guillermo Valencia, a Charismatic Catholic preacher, presented a retreat day for youth and families at Saint Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Logan.

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St. Francis Xavier students visit the Salt Lake County Jail horticultural gardens

KEARNS — As we prepare to put healthy, hearty holiday meals on our tables this season, many of us will take the time to reflect on our blessings: bountiful autumn harvests, delicious fresh produce, as well as the opportunities we have to give back to the community and to learn from each other.

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Familias Católicas celebran con los jóvenes un día de alabanzas y reflexiones

HYDE PARK — El Padre Rogelio Félix de Sonora, México y Guillermo Valencia, un predicador carismático católico fueron los encargados de presentar un retiro para los feligreses hispano parlantes de la iglesia de St. Thomas Aquinas en Logan. >>>

Saint Joseph CHS' Joe Cravens chosen as UHSAA 2013 Coach of the Year

The Utah High School Activities Association has named Saint Joseph Catholic High School girls basketball coach Joe Cravens the 2013 Girls Basketball Coach of the Year. >>>

Year of Faith Pilgrimage: Our Lady of Lourdes Parish

SALT LAKE CITY — God has the patience of a saint when dealing with me. >>>