The depiction is very meaningful whether it's the legend that is carried with it or if it's miraculous.

It's a dispensation. It's meant to be observed in an appropriate way.

Regardless of the number of men we ordain to the priesthood each year, that number does not keep pace with the number of priests who retire from the ministry. As a result of fewer priests, the need for well-trained lay ministers is even more important.

All the speakers have some connection to the Vatican and have different insights on a common theme.

We thought it was a good opportunity to have well known academic theologians speak on a variety of topics.

If you do fall through the ice, a PFD will help you stay buoyant while grabbing the ice picks to get a grip to pull yourself up on the ice.