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Kathy Jung, longtime St. Mary’s High School staffer, dies at age 61
Linda Oppelt

Kathy Jung, longtime St. Mary’s High School staffer, dies at age 61

COLORADO SPRINGS. Kathy Jung, a longtime volunteer and employee at St. Mary’s High School and a member of St. Paul Parish, died Dec. 23 at age 61. 
Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Jan. 5 at St. Paul, followed by burial at Pikes Peak National Cemetery.

Jung was born Aug. 7, 1961, in Chicago and graduated from Bowie High School in Maryland. She married her husband Steve in 1983 and the couple had four children, all of whom graduated from St. Mary’s High School. For more than two decades, she volunteered and worked for St. Mary’s in various capacities. 

She helped with auctions, drove vans for sports teams and learned to clean and repair books over the summer. She began working full-time in the business office in 2007.  
She is survived by her husband; children Alex, Megan, Samantha and Adam, her mother Johanna Jeffrey, her sister, Brown Eagle “Terrie” Lindsay, her brothers Mark Jeffrey and Kyle Jeffrey, and her five grandchildren.    

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THE BISHOP'S CROZIER: Contemplating the Incarnation

By Bishop James R. Golka

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And the Word was made flesh and dwelt among us, full of grace and truth; we have beheld his glory, glory as of the only-begotten Son from the Father. -John 1:14

On the Fourth Sunday of Advent, the Mass readings shift from the ministry of St. John the Baptist to the narrative of the birth of Jesus. This coming weekend we “prepare for landing” and brace ourselves for the amazing and scandalizing birth of Our Lord.

Council for Black Catholics celebrates St. Martin de Porres feast day

By Aisha C. Young

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COLORADO SPRINGS. The Colorado Springs Council for Black Catholics celebrated their annual St. Martin de Porres Mass and dinner on Nov. 5 at St. Joseph Parish in Colorado Springs. The event is held each year in November to correspond with National Black Catholic History Month and St. Martin’s feast day on Nov. 2.

Tips for Catholic gift-giving this Christmas

by William J. Dagendesh

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COLORADO SPRINGS. Christmas is the time of year when people exchange presents as a reminder of the gifts brought to celebrate the birth of baby Jesus.

Since Jesus’ arrival more than 2,000 years ago, people have given gifts to re-confirm or establish their connection with others. Offering a gift to someone we care about allows us to communicate our feelings and appreciation for them.

St. Gabriel students benefit from innovative lunch program

By Shelley McGrail

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COLORADO SPRINGS. Who says school lunches are boring and bland? Not the kids at the new St. Gabriel Classical Academy (SGCA), which opened its doors to preschool through fifth grade this year at St. Gabriel the Archangel Parish.

Hot chicken barbecue sandwiches, carnitas tacos, and homestyle macaroni and cheese are among their favorites, along with vegetarian options and delicious fresh vegetables and fruits. Partnering with Skills Academy, students receive freshly prepared, farm-to-table meals four days a week.

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