Opinion

Zack Mazurek to be ordained to the diaconate

The importance of family cannot be overstated by diocesan seminarian, Zack Mazurek, ahead of his diaconate ordination this May. Reflecting on his journey up to this point as he prepares for his ordination to the diaconate, Mazurek said, “looking back, I think it’s such a blessing that the Lord was able to work so powerfully in my life through our family, helping me to fall in love with Him and with the Church.”
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This Week In History

136 years ago - The Alger County Republican - June 3rd, 1888. The Modest Blacksmith A son of Vulcan— and his right Good arm it wielded power’s might; His throne the forge; the anvil’s note Resounded rhythms while he smote There in the fire’s rosy glows, The brazen thing with sturdy blows.
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Why should I be tested for hepatitis?

Q: Last week, I saw my doctor for my blood pressure, but she brought up a screening test for hepatitis C; I’ve never taken drugs, so why would she want me to have this test? A: Chances are you were born between 1945 - 1965, which alone is enough to warrant screening for this disease, according to the United State Preventive Services Task Force. That’s mainly because this disease can cause gradual destruction of one’s liver without any symptoms.
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Letter to the Editor

With all the one-sided reporting of Rock River Township Board I would like to bring forth the other side of the picture. Because of the turmoil going on within the township myself and others started recording the meetings, since Sept 2022.
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