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Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School; Bishop John Carroll Catholic School; Rosary Catholic School; Cristo Rey OKC Catholic High School; Mount St. Mary Catholic High School; St. Eugene Catholic School and Christ the King Catholic School received 2020 scholarships Aug. 24 from the Tax Credit Scholarship program.

CHICAGO (CNS) — COVID-19 has forced people to adapt to new ways of doing things. For those who are deaf, face masks require extra adjustments.

CLEVELAND – The U.S. bishops' quadrennial document on political responsibility is rooted in the Catholic Church's long-standing moral tradition that upholds human dignity and the common good of all, Archbishop Paul S. Coakley of Oklahoma City said.

The first official archdiocesan Luncheon 4 Life was held on Aug. 6 in Oklahoma City. Luncheon 4 Life is a “grassroots luncheon designed to bring together like-minded, life-affirming people.”

Experts say a mission statement is important for successful businesses because it is a way to direct a business in the right direction and make sound decisions. Deacon John Harned, a certified public accountant, said a personal mission statement can change focus to help create a positive and productive direction.

Deacon Bill Gorden died unexpectedly and peacefully Aug. 23 at his home in Oklahoma City. Ordained a permanent deacon on Nov. 15, 2002, by Archbishop Emeritus Beltran, he was assigned to Saint Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Oklahoma City.

OKARCHE – Residents at The Center of Family Love were excited to see friends and family during a “Share the Love” drive-by parade Aug. 20 at the center, which is home to individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities. Due to the increased risk of serious complications from COVID-19 for individuals with disabilities, CFL has been closed to the public, including family, volunteers and supporters since March.

This is part of a series to introduce the seminarians of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City.

When examining the history of the Church in Oklahoma, it cannot be overstated in saying that the Benedictines from Pierre-qui-Vire, France, were critical to its founding and growth.

Every year since 1965, the Catholic Foundation of Oklahoma has awarded college scholarships to deserving young men and women throughout the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City.

Sister Marita Rother, A.S.C., celebrated 65 years as a vowed member of the Adorers of the Blood of Christ on July 1. Sister Marita made her first profession on July 1, 1955, and her final vows on July 1, 1960.