♣ TONIGHT 10/6 8pm IGNITE Radio Live! SPECIAL: "For Such A Time as Thus" Featuring Mike Bragg, Jeff Barefoot and Dwight Stephenson.

♣ IGNITE EVENTS. Claiming this region begins with us. Pope Francis keeps repeating our call to encounter Jesus Christ. Check out these many opportunities for IGNITE throughout our diocese following the World Meeting of Families. LINK

♣  WEDNESDAY Take 30 is a weekly, 30 minute conference call every Wednesday, from 9:30-10:00am. It involves uplifting prayer and reflection on subsequent Sunday readings.  Dial-in Number: (712) 432-1212 Meeting ID: 138-413-402#

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BY GREG SCHLUETER

Awakening Pop Culture's Great Belief LINK Short, impactful example of new evangelization-- connecting with popular culture. This went viral with over 400 Facebook shares within days.

The Valveteen Cabinet LINK Short, moving reflection on God's deep love of us through our blemishes and brokenness, published on the occasion of my 48th birthday (October 6).

Are You an Amusing Catholic? LINK Short, impactful challenge to move beyond "roller coaster" Catholicism, beyond fleeting conviction to commitment.