​BY MATTHEW MERITT

Volunteer labor from common folk built some the centuries-old cathedrals in Europe and, in a way, something similar is going on in one Chemung Valley spot today.
 
Though dedicated in 1870, building continues at St. Mary’s Church in Corning, where parishioners are drawing on tradition to shape a couple of important ministries – vital ports in the storm for many amid a culture hostile to faith and families.

Dear Readers,

Just wanted to let you know I had an article published in Crisis Magazine, which describes itself as "a voice for the faithful Catholic laity."  It talks about how important but also how dangerous priests can be in this challenging time. Here is an excerpt:

Read the rest here.