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Once a Catholic

Any number of issues cause people to lose faith in the church, or cause them to feel the church has lost interest in them. These can include divorce, abortion and more. St. Anthony Messenger Press offers a website called Once a Catholic, that helps people talk about and understand why the Church does what it does.

If you have questions about marriage, sacraments or rules of the church, consider talking to your local pastor.

  News Headlines:
  - Reason for the Season
  - Catholic singer coming to St. John in Norwalk
  - New Years candlelight dinner at St. Anthony
  How to Join the Church:
  Is the Lord calling you to him? Join us in praising the Lord.
  In Crisis?
  The Catholic Church is here to help when you're hurting in times of crisis.
  Church Calendar:
  November 20 - Protecting God's Children - Virtus Training
  November 29 - Protecting God's Children - Virtus Training
  December 15 - Protecting God's Children Virtus Training
  Once a Catholic:
  Growing up catholic and becoming active in the church.
  Bishop Pates' Schedule:
  November 20 - National Catholic Youth Conference, Kansas City
  November 21 - National Catholic Youth Conference, Kansas City
  November 22 - St. Mary Centenary of church building