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Yes my friends, you indeed have answer your own call too

Martin Luther is remembered for his many theological developments, and one dear to my heart is his principle of vocation. A principle which he widened from just describing a divine call to being clergy, but rather to the call for service that every Christian feels. Luther was the first ...

SMSU Nursing Professor Ugorji inducted as Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing

Dr. Julia Ugorji, an assistant professor in the Department of Nursing at Southwest Minnesota State University (SMSU), was inducted as a Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing during the Academy's 2026 Induction Ceremony and Soirée, held October 10 in Washington, D.C. Ugorji was among four nursing professionals inducted from Minnesota, alongside faculty and healthcare professionals affiliated with institutions including Mayo Clinic and the University of Minnesota. Fellowship in the American Academy of Nursing is one of the profession's highest honors, recognizing nursing leaders ...

Faith Briefs

CDA meeting Monday The Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Court #1291 will have their November meeting following the Holy Redeemer 5:30 p.m. evening Mass on Monday. Bring your old Sacramentals to have them be disposed of properly.   Surviving the Holidays seminar A special seminar “Surviving the Holidays”  GriefShare DVD will be presented from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15, in the gathering space of Holy Redeemer Church entrance, 503 West Lyon Street, Marshall. This seminar is for anyone who is grieving a loved one’s death. Practical, hope inspiring ideas include ...

SMSU’s 3rd annual First Gen Student Day set for Nov. 5 

SMSU will host the third annual First Gen Student Day on Thursday. This event celebrates First Generation students and will be held from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Student Center Upper Level. The event will include tie-dye, activities, and poster presentations featuring our students, employees, and alum who are or were first-generation college students. Free T-shirts (for tie dye) will be available for the first 100 attendees as well as “I’m First” Stickers and cookies.  Sponsors for the event include: the Provost’s Office, Assistant Vice President for Equity and Inclusion, Access ...

Faith Briefs

Surviving the Holidays seminar A special seminar “Surviving the Holidays” GriefShare DVD will be presented from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15, in the gathering space of Holy Redeemer Church entrance, 503 West Lyon Street, Marshall. This seminar is for anyone who is grieving a loved one’s death. Practical, hope inspiring ideas include surviving social and family events, dealing with emotions and creating new traditions while honoring your loved one’s legacy. Families are welcome. Online registration at GriefShare.org is appreciated, but not required.