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You are asking one of the most important questions in the world: “Can I be a saint?” This question reveals that you have both awareness and desire: You are aware that there is nothing greater that a human person can become, and you actually want it.

The Catholic Diocese of Spokane is proud to claim Bishop White Seminary, a vibrant and thriving college Seminary, among its many ministries. Enrollment is growing, with seminarians being sent from eight dioceses.

"Our word for the year is growth, and that is our mindset," said St. John Vianney Catholic School's new principal, Deacon Nick Senger. St. John Vianney has been a fixture of Catholic education in Spokane for 65 years, since its inception in 1953. In the last few years, St. John Vianney has faced the same stresses as other Catholic schools, but if you visit the school today, you will feel the energy.

During my junior year in college, I studied abroad in Paris and prayed to meet my future husband. In particular, I implored the intercession of St. Joseph — after all, he was Our Lady’s husband and, therefore, surely, the best husband in the world!

John R. Conley and Mary E. Conley met at a Catholic Sodality event 70 years ago. Their long life together was blessed with deep faith as they welcomed 11 children and almost 100 grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

You may have noticed the promotions and sponsorships recently orchestrated by the Catholic Foundation's Marketing Committee. The committee's ultimate goal is to strengthen the board's outreach to the Catholic community of Eastern Washington, specifically in providing services to the parishes and schools of the Spokane Diocese.

Thanks to funds sent from the people of the Catholic Diocese of Spokane and the hard work of many people in Ixtahuacan, phase one stabilization of the religious education building in the parish of Santa Catarina in Ixtahuacan has been completed. Father Manuel Nicasio and the catechists of the church send their sincere gratitude and ask God to bless all benefactors.

I saw the pale blue book on the side table in the confessional room at my parish. It’s a pleasant, snug, well-lit room. I’ve received so much grace and mercy there throughout the years that just being in it inspires peace and gratitude in me. After dropping my daughter off at her Sunday morning faith formation class at our parish, I often like to take some time to pray before Mass.