The spiritual tradition of the Church is vast, mystical, and not easy to navigate. It consists of Biblical wisdom, experiences of prayer, visions, and signs and wonders. Some of these aspects will ...

FARGO, N.D. — In the largely rural Diocese of Fargo, N.D., Father Paul Duchschere will soon be one among many priests helping to prepare children for a sacrament commonly reserved for later in life.

On that same day, Matthew received his sacrament of first holy communion at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, marking a milestone in his faith. Like his parents, Kathy and Mike Bach, Matthew can ...