Author Archives: Tracy Parkin

Story by Karen A. Avitabile Father Joshua Wilbur remains optimistic, though he has acknowledged the reality of his situation. “I’m hopeful for the future but accepting what God has in…Read More “A Race Against Time: Father Joshua Wilbur Awaits a Lifesaving Liver Transplant”

Story by Jim Tierney The idea did not begin in a church hall, but in a town conversation. While living in West Hartford, Deacon Keith Griffin learned local agencies were…Read More “Diaper Drive Brings Compassion, One Box at a Time”

Story by Shelley Wolf Families who have experienced infertility, the loss of an unborn child or a stillbirth often suffer in silence. But there is hope and healing for the…Read More “SEEN Events Offer Grieving Parents Avenues to Healing”

Column by Joe Pisani I have a confession to make. I buy more books than I read. It’s been this way a long time, and sometimes I think that instead…Read More “‘What Are You Going to Do with Your Life?’ A Guide to Fulfilling God’s Purpose”

Story by Joe Pisani Marcus Wilson grew up in foster care and understands the importance of having a secure family environment. For the past five years, as a parent educator…Read More “Local Parent Educator Featured in Catholic Charities’ Traveling Museum”

Story by Shelley Wolf When students at St. Lawrence School in West Haven were asked about their interests for an upcoming career day, many said they wanted to learn more…Read More “New Student Newspaper in West Haven Connects the Catholic Community”

Story by Joe Pisani Almost 25 years ago, Deacon Adam Michaele was moved by a heartbreaking situation when a young woman had her engagement broken and lost her friends because…Read More “Guilford Parish Offers Support for Those Living with Mental Illness”

Story by Jim Tierney At the heart of the North American Martyrs Adult Social Club in East Hartford is something simple but powerful: people who show up for one another….Read More “Club at East Hartford Parish Builds Bonds, Nourishes the Souls”

Story by Shelley Wolf This year will mark the sixth annual Connecticut March for Life, a day for pro-life advocates to communicate to the Connecticut State Legislature their desire to…Read More “Connecticut March for Life Set for March 18 in Hartford”

Column by Joe Pisani Over the years, I’ve had devotions to saints with special meaning to me, such as St. Joseph Barsabbas, one of the first disciples who was in…Read More “A Saint for Those with Cancer”