Roman Catholicism

Project Andrew brings Catholic Bishop to Spencer (09/25/08)
Sioux City Diocese Catholic Bishop Walker Nickless was in Spencer Wednesday evening, meeting with sophomore, junior and senior boys from area high schools to discuss God's calling for their lives. Spencer High School students Bryan Tewes, Cody Rolfes and Jake Baxter were among the students on hand. ...

International banker McAlpine finds 'something more' in priesthood (06/20/08)
By Kris Todd Daily Reporter Staff It took Rev. Harry McAlpine a few years to respond to God's call. "I had other plans," the retired priest said with a smile this week while seated in his Spencer living room. Before entering the seminary 25 years ago, the Sheldon native spent nearly 25 years working for the former Northwestern National Bank, currently known as Wells Fargo. ...

Briefs 05-03 (05/03/08)
Spencer fall youth football sign-ups today Registration for the Midwest Youth Football League fall session, for Spencer students entering the third through sixth grades will take place from 2-4 p.m., today in the Sacred Heart Catholic School gym. Registration forms will be available on site and participants will be fitted for helmets and shoulder pads at that time...

Briefs 05-02 (05/02/08)
Spencer fall youth football sign-ups Registration for the Midwest Youth Football League fall session, for Spencer students entering the third through sixth grades will take place from 2-4 p.m., Saturday, May 3 in the Sacred Heart Catholic School gym. Registration forms will be available on site and participants will be fitted for helmets and shoulder pads at that time...

Briefs 05-01 (05/01/08)
Master's Mile participants Spencer High School will be hosting a Master's Mile at the Spencer Relays tonight. The Master's Mile will take place at approximately 5:45 p.m., tonight following the 4x800 meter relay. It is open to all ages 18 and older, male and female. All competitors should report to the finish line by 5:30 p.m...