Paying it forward for Christ
Some of my fondest memories growing up,” remembers Deacon Max Gallegos, who will be ordained to the priesthood on May 31, “are of my parents when we were at adoration.”
Your Stories
A step closer to the permanent diaconate
Fifteen faith-filled men completed a milestone in their journey toward ordination as permanent deacons for the Diocese of Birmingham in Alabama during a Mass, celebrated by Bishop Steven J. Raica.
A ‘clearer and more personal’ call
It is amazing to see how God’s providence has worked in my life to bring me to this point.
‘A pivotal moment’
During this upcoming time in the transitional diaconate, I look forward to seeing how the many theology classes are integrated into life in a parish.
Carrying on the ‘family business’
A young principal’s mission to build foundations of faith
‘The pearl of great price’
Our community encompasses each of our Catholic schools, with every individual within these schools contributing to the collective body.
Missionary of Mercy, Missionary of Hope
I always try to remind people that discouragement is not from God. We serve the God of hope.
‘We have to stay prayed up’
A deacon’s story of hope
His First, His Last, His Only
End-of-life conversion of Richard “Papa” Whatley
‘Hope does not disappoint’
Knowing the Eucharist is "the source and summit" of the Christian life contributed to Steber’s decision to attend July’s National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis.
Who am I that the highest King would welcome me?
The Eucharistic Congress was much more than a religious event; it was a deeply spiritual experience that left an indelible mark on all participants.
Answering a call to action
Why do I support Bishop Raica’s appeal for Catholic Charities and Communities for the Diocese?
Seeking Jesus beyond the veil of disguise
‘I assure you, as often as you did it for one of My least brothers, you did it for Me.’
A ‘privileged moment’ for the diocese
National Eucharistic Pilgrimage comes to Alabama
The work of the Marriage Tribunal in the New Evangelization
Pope Francis emphasized that the New Evangelization is not just an effort to reach out to those who do not know Christ or His Church.
Music, the Eucharist, and divorce
How God brought one convert home
‘What do You want …’
The adventure of discovering the Lord’s will
Answering the call with gratitude
Seminarian approaches ordination to the diaconate
A pilgrimage of trust
How one woman exchanged her plans for those of God
One starfish at a time
The starfish story: a miniscule tale with a monumental message.
Most Merciful Jesus Catholic Church
All parishes have a history of their founding: some in distant memory and some in recent.
Doing what Jesus said
Alabama’s only Catholic Worker house marks 30 years of service.
From student to principal
“There are so many unseen parts which play an integral role in success,” says Coach Ronald Steele.
‘Against the odds’
St. Mary’s in Eutaw reopens it doors
The evolution of a passion
A small-town principal’s story of finding Catholic education