Stuff
When you read the word “stuff,” what comes to mind? Do you think about all the things that you possess? Have you started planning the garage sale? How many of us get bogged down by the stuff we have in our lives and lose sight of what really matters? I…
Comfort Corner- November 2025
Monthly Reflection Dear friends, As the holiday season approaches, November invites us to pause — to gather, to give thanks, and to remember. Thanksgiving often fills our homes with laughter, familiar recipes, and the comfort of loved ones around the table. But for many, it can also stir up quiet…
My Heart Will Go On
Few songs capture the enduring power of love in the face of loss quite like “My Heart Will Go On” by Celine Dion. Known worldwide as the theme from Titanic, the song has taken on a life of its own beyond the film, becoming an anthem for those who grieve…
Acceptance
In a recent conversation, I shared my thoughts on living life not concerned with the material and more on the immaterial, and the word is acceptance. How many of us get wrapped up in the material, and the things that do not matter? We find ourselves annoyed or envious of…
Comfort Corner- October 2025
Monthly Reflection Dear friends, As we move into the fall season, our hearts are drawn to reflection. This season in the Church is filled with moments that invite us to remember, to honor, and to hope. On All Saints Day, we celebrate the countless holy men and women who lived…
Cemetery Sunday
Each year, we gather on the first Sunday of November to observe Cemetery Sunday, a special day set aside to remember and honor those buried in our Catholic cemeteries. Cemetery Sunday is more than a tradition—it is a spiritual way to honor family members who have passed. It provides families…
Labor
What is the first thing that comes to mind when you read the word labor? It is a word with truly diverse meanings, whether we are talking about physical work, organized labor, those moments or hours giving birth, or for many, the end of summer three-day weekend. Do we ever…
A New Mural at Resurrection Cemetery
Visitors to Resurrection Cemetery in Valley City will now notice a striking new addition at the main entrance. This project combined artistic vision with careful craftsmanship, resulting in a vibrant mural that honors faith and beauty through art. The process began with the artist sketching the design by hand, envisioning…
Comfort Corner- September 2025
Monthly Reflection Dear Friends, Welcome to the very first edition of Comfort Corner! I am honored to share this new space with you as a place of reflection, encouragement, and gentle support in the midst of life’s grief journeys. My name is Renee Weese, and I will be serving as…
On Eagle’s Wings
Few hymns offer as much comfort and hope in the face of loss as “On Eagle’s Wings”. Often played at funerals and memorial services, its familiar melody and powerful lyrics remind us of God’s promise to carry us through the most difficult seasons of life. Written by Michael Joncas in…
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