Serving Proudly As The Voice Of Valley County Since 1913

Articles written by Sheila Vosen-shorten


Sorted by date  Results 1 - 1 of 1

  • St Raphael Community Comes Together To Build Grotto

    Sheila Vosen-Shorten, For the Courier|Sep 13, 2023

    Fr. Jose Valliparambil, pastor of St. Raphael's Catholic Church, had a vision. Five years ago, in 2018, he asked Perry Shorten if he could build a grotto to honor Jesus' mother, Mary. He said, "Yes," and the masonry project located east of St. Raphael Parish Center, was begun. It was completed by Aug. 15 the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, in time for dedication by the Most Reverend Bishop Michael Warfel. As you drive by the St. Raphael Church grounds on 3rd Avenue North...