Family, Faith, and Generosity
Rev. Ernest J. Bernott May 10, 1922 - May 13, 2020 Legacies tend to have a thing or two in common, such as being carried over from an earlier time or having an enduring nature. Both seem suitable to Father…
Driving FORE a Family Fund
In 1989, John Kandra Sr. began a family golf outing to bring his children together, Today, it is still going strong – and for a purpose.
Inspiring the Next Generation of Generous Hearts
Patrick and Alissa Mullally believe the adage “to whom much is given, much will be required,” a lesson they learned from their parents as well as scripture (Luke 12:48). As children, Patrick and Alissa witnessed their parents being generous by…
Collaboration for All God’s Children
Made in God’s image and likeness is a common refrain in Pope John Paul II’s Theology of the Body teachings, an inspiring reminder that we are all beloved children of God. To instill this fundamental belief in the hearts and…
Sacrifice is a Gift
Daniel Rangel’s voice can be heard above his third-grade classmates every morning as they recite the ¡Sí, Se Puede pledge at San Juan Diego Academy: “I am a student at San Juan Diego Academy. I am faithful, responsible, respectful, and…
A Shared Experience in Galilee
In September 2019, Deacon Noah Thelen was looking forward to a much-anticipated year at Saint Mary of the Lake/Mundelein Seminary in Mundelein, Illinois. His seminarian class would be spending two months in the Holy Land and partaking in a canonical…