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The "Faith" page column from September 18, 2026, discussed the topic of evil in the world. One of the writer's friends shared that he is "convinced that there are simply bad people in this world ... There are just some people who are unreachable, who couldn't give a lick about humanity as a whole." The writer of the column agreed that evil exists, stating, "There are scriptures that describe how evil came into the world ... But I firmly believe that in our fibers, each of us was created in God's image and as such, we are 'very good.'" "Very good" is how God saw everything he had ...

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Pet blessing Oct. 3 The Little Portion Secular Franciscans of the Marshall area are sponsoring a “Blessing of the Animals” at 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3, in the parking lot of Holy Redeemer, Marshall.  All animals and their favorite people are welcome. The Secular Franciscan Order is an order for lay persons that was started by St. Francis some 800 years ago.   If you are interested in more information about the Secular Franciscan Order please contact Nancy Rebstock at 507-430-0910. Life Chain Oct. 4 There will be a peaceful Pro-Life demonstration of silent prayer and humble ...

SMSU Alumni Association to present awards to four

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Southwest Minnesota State University’s Alumni Association will recognize four individuals with awards during Homecoming this year. SMSU invites alumni, students, employees, and community members to return to campus for Homecoming 2026, Sept. 28 through Oct. 4, with a week full of ...

What is the true nature of evil in this world?

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Occasionally, the poker guys and I set the yuks aside to deliberate on some pretty deep theological, societal and political conversations. Once you get beyond our silly sides, the group is an extremely wise, experienced and intelligent group of men. Even despite my low averages in all said ...

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CDA meeting Monday The Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Court #1291 will have their September meeting Monday following the Holy Redeemer 5:30 p.m. evening Mass. Come and learn about their activities. CDA fundraiser Sunday The Catholic Daughters of the Americas will have caramel and cinnamon roll fundraiser on Sunday, Sept. 13, after the 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. Mass. Rolls will be available for purchase in the church entry, and rolls and coffee will also be served in Carlin Hall after the 8 a.m. Mass for a free-will offering.

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"What made Dolly so likable was her kindness and compassion." "I don't condemn nor condone anything, " Parton told an Associated Press reporter. "I just love and accept people where they are for who they are." These quotes are from two articles on the "Faith" page. (8/28/26) The second headline read, "In Dolly Parton's theology, God and acceptance shared the same stage." Dolly was a very kind and generous person, we all agree. What is a "theology"?  Simply translated, ("theo" is from the Greek word, "theos", god)  theology is "1. the study of God, his nature and attributes, ...