September’s stories highlight healing, remembrance, and hope. In this issue of The Collect, discover how retreats are bringing renewal, how our community gathered to remember Hurricane Katrina, and how catechists are being equipped to share the faith. We also honor the life of Father Tom Duhe and reflect on the call to open wide our hearts in dialogue. These stories remind us that even in sorrow and remembrance, faith points us toward hope.

August’s stories highlight faith lived with courage, creativity, and compassion. In this issue of The Collect, walk with educators preparing for a new school year, youth deepening their faith through the Franciscan Experience, and Kolbe Ministries bringing Christ’s love to the imprisoned. Celebrate the blessing of a new chapel at St. Vincent de Paul, Sister Anna’s 100 years of wisdom, and a reflection on the gift of innocence. Together, these stories remind us that the Catholic faith is alive and bearing fruit across our diocese.

July’s stories highlight leadership, compassion, and the call to serve. In this issue of The Collect, explore how Catholic leaders are shaping the future of faith and education, how families are growing stronger in their domestic church, and how our diocese reaches beyond borders to help those in need. These stories remind us that faith lived out in service becomes a witness to hope.

June’s stories reflect courage, heritage, and hope. In this issue of The Collect, discover how small communities shape vocations, how cultural richness deepens our faith, and how we come together in prayer and remembrance. These moments remind us that God is at work in every corner of our diocese.

May brought moments of joyful witness and deep faith. In this edition of The Collect, you'll find stories of new vocations, powerful prison ministry, pro-life advocacy, and reflections on our Church’s rich legacy. We hope it moves and inspires you!