Ash Wednesday observed in Central Oregon
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Christians marked the beginning of Lent on Ash Wednesday by receiving traditional ash crosses on their foreheads. The day…
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‘Be kind and be a light’: Central Oregon comes together to celebrate first day of Chanukah at menorah lighting
The spirit of Chanukah shone brightly Sunday evening as dozens of families, children, and neighbors gathered at the Old Mill District for the 15th…
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Pope Leo XIV appoints Iowa priest Rev. Thomas Hennen as the new bishop for the Diocese of Baker
Reverend Thomas Hennen was introduced Thursday as the newly chosen bishop-elect of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Baker, which spans more than 66,000…
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New bishop about to be named for Roman Catholic Diocese of Baker
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Roman Catholic Diocese of Baker is about to announce a new bishop who will succeed the current bishop, the Most Reverend…
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Looking forward to a safe place to play: Redmond groundbreaking highlights future playground for children of homeless
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Yellow toy dump trucks stood out against the dirt, an excavator behind them in the lot behind Mountain View Fellowship…
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Pope Leo suggests to NBC’s Lester Holt people may return to the church because of an American pope
By Patrick Smith and Corky Siemaszko, NBC News Pope Leo XIV told NBC News’ Lester Holt on Monday that Catholics who strayed from the church…
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Baker Diocese in Bend reacts as first American pope is selected to lead Catholic Church
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– While Catholics around the globe celebrate the new pope, KTVZ News discovered a unique connection between our area and Pope Leo…
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How a new Pope is chosen: A step-by-step look at the Papal Conclave
As the Catholic Church prepares to elect its next spiritual leader, here’s a detailed look at the centuries-old ritual of the papal conclave, an…
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Major restoration complete; Historic St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church holding open house
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — An extensive restoration has been completed at the Historic St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in downtown Bend, which is…
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Governor Kotek orders public flags to half-staff in remembrance of Pope Francis
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – Governor Tina Kotek on Monday ordered flags at Oregon public institutions to be flown at half-staff, pursuant to…
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Central Oregonians observe Holy Week
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — During this Holy Week, we spoke with Father Jose Thomas Mudakodiyil at St. Francis of Assisi Church about why more people are…
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Eugene man pleads guilty to three federal hate crimes for defacing synagogue several times
EUGENE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Eugene man pleaded guilty to three federal hate crimes Tuesday for defacing a Eugene synagogue on multiple occasions,…
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‘It’s wonderful for us’: Powell Butte Christian Church celebrates the 78th annual Lord’s Acre Day
POWELL BUTTE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Saturday was the 78th annual Lord’s Acre Day at Powell Butte Christian Church, filled with food and fun. The original…
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Bend’s Trinity Lutheran Church and School breaks ground on long-awaited worship, performing arts center
Trinity Lutheran Church recently celebrated the groundbreaking of their new worship and performing arts center, “Boldly Building Our Legacy.” The…
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‘This is even more beautiful’ :St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church reopens its doors to the public after major renovation
After a year and more than $1 million in renovations, a more than century-old church in downtown Bend has reopened its doors to a brighter,…
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Eugene man arrested, charged with federal hate crime for repeatedly defacing synagogue
EUGENE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Eugene man has been charged with a federal hate crime for intentionally defacing a Eugene synagogue several times over a…
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Bend Church of the Nazarene throws a community party to celebrate its centennial
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Bend Church of the Nazarene celebrated its centennial on Saturday with a community party featuring a classic car show, food,…
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Historic Bend church undergoing special renovation by the same family that built it over a century ago
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Renovations have begun on the inner chamber of the Historic St. Francis of Assisi Church in downtown Bend. The chance discovery…
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Central Oregonians celebrate Jewish Festival of Lights at Bend’s annual Hanukkah menorah lighting
The Jewish Festival of Lights known as Hanukkah began Sunday evening, and Bend’s 12th annual menorah lighting was held in the Old Mill District’s…
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Columbia River’s salmon are at the core of ancient religion
By DEEPA BHARATH Associated Press ALONG THE COLUMBIA RIVER (AP) — James Kiona stands on a rocky ledge overlooking Lyle Falls where the water froths…
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