http://www.toledoblade.com The Latest News from Toledoblade.com (v5) Sun, 05 Apr 2026 04:01:59 GMT en-us hourly 1 https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/04/03/photo-gallery-ecumenical-reflective-walk-point-place/stories/20260403118 https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/04/03/photo-gallery-ecumenical-reflective-walk-point-place/stories/20260403118#comments Fri, 03 Apr 2026 23:25:15 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/04/03/photo-gallery-ecumenical-reflective-walk-point-place/stories/20260403118 Church goers walked along North Summit street during a reflective cross walk hosted by six different churches in Point Place on April 3.  Click the image above to view the full gallery. Jim Burlen, with St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, carries the cross to start a reflective cross walk hosted by six different churches in Point Place on April 3. Church goers walk along North Summit street. Church goers walk along the North Summit Street. Church goers walk along the North Summit Street. Asher Komperda, 12, and his sister Leah, 15, carry the cross. Church goers walk along the North Summit Street. Micah Gordon, left, and Asher Komperda, 12, hold the cross as walkers pause for reflection. Church goers walk along the North Summit Street. Church goers walk along North Summit Street. Jim Burlen, with St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, carries the cross to start a reflective cross walk. Jim Burlen, with St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, carries the cross. https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/04/02/toledos-orthodox-jews-reflect-fondly-while-looking-toward-future/stories/20260326004 https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/04/02/toledos-orthodox-jews-reflect-fondly-while-looking-toward-future/stories/20260326004#comments Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:59:10 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/04/02/toledos-orthodox-jews-reflect-fondly-while-looking-toward-future/stories/20260326004 In a time of uncertainty about the future, members of Congregation Etz Chayim set their worries aside and focused on a feeling of nostalgia to celebrate the Orthodox synagogue’s 50th anniversary. From left, Danny Becker and Melvin Siegel with brisket on March 5 at Congregation Etz Chayim in Toledo. President Marjorie Siegel laughs with other guests during the Kishka dinner to honor of the 50th anniversary of Congregation Etz Chayim in Toledo on March 15. Servers deliver food during the Kishka dinner to honor of the 50th anniversary of Congregation Etz Chayim in Toledo on March 15. Guests talk and eat their salads during the Kishka dinner to honor of the 50th anniversary of Congregation Etz Chayim in Toledo on March 15. The steel drum ensemble from Toledo School for the Arts perform during the Kishka dinner to honor of the 50th anniversary of Congregation Etz Chayim in Toledo on March 15. Servers deliver food during the Kishka dinner to honor of the 50th anniversary of Congregation Etz Chayim in Toledo on March 15. Cantor Ivor Lichterman laughs during the Kishka dinner to honor of the 50th anniversary of Congregation Etz Chayim in Toledo on March 15. Guests laugh during the Kishka dinner to honor of the 50th anniversary of Congregation Etz Chayim in Toledo on March 15. Phyllis and Charles Wittenberg laugh together during the Kishka dinner to honor of the 50th anniversary of Congregation Etz Chayim in Toledo on March 15. Marjorie Siegel talks about the 50th anniversary of her synagogue on March 5, at Congregation Etz Chayim in Toledo. Elsa Leveton talks about the 50th anniversary of her synagogue on March 5 at Congregation Etz Chayim in Toledo. Elsa Leveton visits guests at tables during the Kishka dinner to honor of the 50th anniversary of Congregation Etz Chayim in Toledo on March 15. A salad sits on the table during the Kishka dinner to honor of the 50th anniversary of Congregation Etz Chayim in Toledo on March 15. Cantor Ivor Lichterman gives the hamotzi blessing during the Kishka dinner to honor of the 50th anniversary of Congregation Etz Chayim in Toledo on March 15. Servers deliver food during the Kishka dinner to honor of the 50th anniversary of Congregation Etz Chayim in Toledo on March 15. https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/04/02/street-preachers-bring-gospel-to-toledo/stories/20260306122 https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/04/02/street-preachers-bring-gospel-to-toledo/stories/20260306122#comments Thu, 02 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/04/02/street-preachers-bring-gospel-to-toledo/stories/20260306122 As spring rolls around and Toledo’s sports, festivals, and parades start to pick up, people like John Alexander and Kirk Aiello will make their presence known on the streets of downtown. Tim Young preaches into a microphone in front of the Huntington Center before a Toledo Walleye game in Toledo on March 21. John Risner, left, and Kirk Aiello stand on Huron Street evangelizing outside the Huntington Center before a Toledo Walleye game on March 6. Kirk Aiello, left, hands out flyers as fans head to the Huntington Center for a Toledo Walleye game on March 6. Kirk Aiello, left, and John Risner evangelize outside the Huntington Center before a Toledo Walleye game on March 6. John Risner, left, and Kirk Aiello stand on Huron Street evangelizing outside the Huntington Center before a Toledo Walleye game on March 6. Kirk Aiello, center, hands out flyers to members of the U.S. Veterans Motorcycle Club as they head to the Huntington Center for a Toledo Walleye game on March 6. John Risner, left, and Kirk Aiello stand on Huron Street evangelizing outside the Huntington Center before a Toledo Walleye game on March 6. Pedestrians cross the street past religious signs towards the Huntington Center before a Toledo Walleye game in Toledo on March 26. Johnny Duran, a pastor at Ambassadors Bible Church, hands out pamphlets outside of the Huntington Center before a Toledo Walleye game in Toledo on March 26. Johnny Duran, a pastor at Ambassadors Bible Church, hands out pamphlets outside of the Huntington Center before a Toledo Walleye game in Toledo on March 26. John Alexander, bishop of Ambassadors Bible Church, stands holding a bible in front of the Huntington Center before a Toledo Walleye game in Toledo on March 21. John Alexander, bishop of Ambassadors Bible Church, stands holding a bible in front of the Huntington Center before a Toledo Walleye game in Toledo on March 21. John Alexander, bishop of Ambassadors Bible Church, stands holding a bible in front of the Huntington Center before a Toledo Walleye game in Toledo on March 21. A Walleye fan talks with John Alexander, bishop of Ambassadors Bible Church, outside of the Huntington Center before a Toledo Walleye game in Toledo on March 21. Paul Rowe, of Warrior Street Preachers, hands pamphlets out to pedestrians in front of the Huntington Center before a Toledo Walleye game in Toledo on March 21. https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/04/02/religious-offerings-interactive-event-focuses-on-loving-mother-earth/stories/20260402003 https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/04/02/religious-offerings-interactive-event-focuses-on-loving-mother-earth/stories/20260402003#comments Thu, 02 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/04/02/religious-offerings-interactive-event-focuses-on-loving-mother-earth/stories/20260402003 ■ Registration closes Friday for a free, interactive event about loving Mother Earth. https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/03/29/corpus-christi-university-parish-journeys-holy-week/stories/20260329114 https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/03/29/corpus-christi-university-parish-journeys-holy-week/stories/20260329114#comments Sun, 29 Mar 2026 19:54:09 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/03/29/corpus-christi-university-parish-journeys-holy-week/stories/20260329114 Palm Sunday, also known as Passion Sunday, marks the beginning of the holiest week in the Christian faith, a message of joy, sacrifice, and reflection echoed by parishioners at Corpus Christi University Parish on Sunday. The Rev. Michael Geiger holds a palm as he processes in during Palm Sunday Mass at Corpus Christi University Parish in Toledo on March 29. A parishioner holds a palm during Palm Sunday Mass at Corpus Christi University Parish in Toledo on March 29. Parishioners gather for the Palm Sunday Mass at Corpus Christi University Parish in Toledo on March 29. Quinn O'Malley, with the mustache, folds his hands on Palm Sunday at Corpus Christi University Parish in Toledo on March 29. The Rev. Michael Geiger, right, blesses the palms during Palm Sunday Mass at Corpus Christi University Parish in Toledo on March 29. Rich Meklus kneels at the end of the reading of Jesus Christ's Passion during Palm Sunday Mass at Corpus Christi University Parish in Toledo on March 29. Ben Tittl, director of music ministry, plays piano and sings during Palm Sunday Mass at Corpus Christi University Parish in Toledo on March 29. Fr. Michael Geiger gives communion during Palm Sunday Mass at Corpus Christi University Parish in Toledo on March 29. Quinn O'Malley, with the mustache, folds his hands during Palm Sunday Mass at Corpus Christi University Parish in Toledo on March 29. Jean O’Connell, right, holds her palm during Palm Sunday Mass at Corpus Christi University Parish in Toledo on March 29. Parishioners and students pray during Palm Sunday Mass at Corpus Christi University Parish in Toledo on March 29. https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/03/26/religious-offerings-women-celebrated-in-church-concert/stories/20260326002 https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/03/26/religious-offerings-women-celebrated-in-church-concert/stories/20260326002#comments Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:30:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/03/26/religious-offerings-women-celebrated-in-church-concert/stories/20260326002 ■ The Toledo Federation of Musicians presents a concert Sunday showcasing women musicians and vocalists at First Unitarian Church of Toledo. First Unitarian Church of Toledo. https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/03/20/muslims-celebrate-eid-al-fitr-mourn-lives-lost-in-the-middle-east/stories/20260320103 https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/03/20/muslims-celebrate-eid-al-fitr-mourn-lives-lost-in-the-middle-east/stories/20260320103#comments Fri, 20 Mar 2026 19:21:31 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/03/20/muslims-celebrate-eid-al-fitr-mourn-lives-lost-in-the-middle-east/stories/20260320103 The Islamic festival of Eid al-Fitr is different this year, Imam Sayed Mohammed Al-Qazwini said. Muslims pray during Eid al-Fitr at the Ahlul Bayt Center of Toledo on March 20. Muslims pray during Eid al-Fitr at the Ahlul Bayt Center of Toledo on March 20. Muslims pray during Eid al-Fitr at the Ahlul Bayt Center of Toledo on March 20. Imam Sayed Mohammed Al-Qazwini leads Muslims in prayer during Eid al-Fitr at the Ahlul Bayt Center of Toledo on March 20. Muslims pray during Eid al-Fitr at the Ahlul Bayt Center of Toledo on March 20. Muslims pray during Eid al-Fitr at the Ahlul Bayt Center of Toledo on March 20. Imam Sayed Mohammed Al-Qazwini leads muslims in prayer during Eid al-Fitr at the Ahlul Bayt Center of Toledo on March 20. Muslims pray during Eid al-Fitr at the Ahlul Bayt Center of Toledo on March 20. Muslims pray during Eid al-Fitr at the Ahlul Bayt Center of Toledo on March 20. Muslims pray during Eid al-Fitr at the Ahlul Bayt Center of Toledo on March 20. Muslims pray during Eid al-Fitr at the Ahlul Bayt Center of Toledo on March 20. Skimeh Joseph is greeted by Sharon Javaheri for prayer during Eid al-Fitr at the Ahlul Bayt Center of Toledo on March 20. Muslims pray during Eid al-Fitr at the Ahlul Bayt Center of Toledo on March 20. A child grabs a prayer stone as muslims pray during Eid al-Fitr at the Ahlul Bayt Center of Toledo on March 20. Children race around as muslims pray during Eid al-Fitr at the Ahlul Bayt Center of Toledo on March 20. Tahereh Ganji helps at an altar as muslims pray during Eid al-Fitr at the Ahlul Bayt Center of Toledo on March 20. Children race around as muslims pray during Eid al-Fitr at the Ahlul Bayt Center of Toledo on March 20. A child stands in between the rows of muslims praying during Eid al-Fitr at the Ahlul Bayt Center of Toledo on March 20. https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/03/19/religious-offerings-young-adults-of-all-denominations-welcome-to-common-table/stories/20260319002 https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/03/19/religious-offerings-young-adults-of-all-denominations-welcome-to-common-table/stories/20260319002#comments Thu, 19 Mar 2026 10:58:47 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/03/19/religious-offerings-young-adults-of-all-denominations-welcome-to-common-table/stories/20260319002 ■ Young adults ages 18 to 35 are invited to the Common Table, a new gathering of young Christians. https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/03/11/religious-offerings-sisters-of-notre-dame-to-host-stuff-the-truck-food-drive/stories/20260312002 https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/03/11/religious-offerings-sisters-of-notre-dame-to-host-stuff-the-truck-food-drive/stories/20260312002#comments Wed, 11 Mar 2026 17:21:40 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/03/11/religious-offerings-sisters-of-notre-dame-to-host-stuff-the-truck-food-drive/stories/20260312002 ■ In celebration of Catholic Sisters Week, observed annually March 8-14, the Sisters of Notre Dame are hosting their sixth annual Stuff the Truck food drive on Friday. Walt Churchill's Market. https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/03/04/religious-offerings-church-to-host-talk-on-faith-history-and-myth-of-innocence/stories/20260305002 https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/03/04/religious-offerings-church-to-host-talk-on-faith-history-and-myth-of-innocence/stories/20260305002#comments Wed, 04 Mar 2026 16:46:24 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/03/04/religious-offerings-church-to-host-talk-on-faith-history-and-myth-of-innocence/stories/20260305002 ■ Zoar Lutheran Church hosts a talk on Faith, History, and the “Myth of Innocence” in America on Sunday. The stained glass windows at Zoar Lutheran Church in Perrysburg on Nov. 4, 2023. https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/02/26/religious-offerings-church-gallery-highlights-area-artists-way-of-cross/stories/20260226003 https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/02/26/religious-offerings-church-gallery-highlights-area-artists-way-of-cross/stories/20260226003#comments Thu, 26 Feb 2026 11:40:26 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/02/26/religious-offerings-church-gallery-highlights-area-artists-way-of-cross/stories/20260226003 ■ Nine local artists have created works to depict the Stations of the Cross, a prayer practice during the season of Lent. 'Jesus Falls a First Time,' a mixed media piece by Jennifer Balogh. 'The Cross Is Laid on Simon of Cyrene,' a mixed media piece by Rob Vanitvelt. https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/02/25/local-author-s-ramadan-picture-book-opens-up-conversation-for-wide-audience/stories/20260219004 https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/02/25/local-author-s-ramadan-picture-book-opens-up-conversation-for-wide-audience/stories/20260219004#comments Wed, 25 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/02/25/local-author-s-ramadan-picture-book-opens-up-conversation-for-wide-audience/stories/20260219004 Muslim children aren’t required to fast during the holy month of Ramadan until they reach puberty, but many set out to give it a try earlier than that. Children raise their hands to ask Aya Khalil questions before she reads her children's book, 'Ramadan for Everyone,' during a story time at the Islamic Center of Greater Toledo in Perrysburg Township on Feb. 8. Rami Kadri, 8, and Mikhail Majumder, 13, follow along as Aya Khalil reads her children's book, 'Ramadan for Everyone,' during a story time at the Islamic Center of Greater Toledo in Perrysburg Township on Feb. 8. Children and their parents listen as Aya Khalil reads her children's book, 'Ramadan for Everyone,' during a storytime at the Islamic Center of Greater Toledo in Perrysburg Township on Feb. 8. Aya Khalil reads her children's book, 'Ramadan for Everyone,' during a story time at the Islamic Center of Greater Toledo in Perrysburg Township on Feb. 8. Aya Khalil explains different Ramadan traditions to kids as she reads her children's book, 'Ramadan for Everyone,' during a story time at the Islamic Center of Greater Toledo in Perrysburg Township on Feb. 8. Aya Khalil sits with her children's book, 'Ramadan for Everyone,' before a story time at the Islamic Center of Greater Toledo in Perrysburg Township on Feb. 8. Kids listen as Aya Khalil reads her children's book, 'Ramadan for Everyone,' during a storytime at the Islamic Center of Greater Toledo in Perrysburg Township on Feb. 8. Books written by Aya Khalil Aya are pictured Aug. 15, 2023, at the Dollop Shop in Toledo. 'Ramadan for Everyone' by Aya Khalil. Jameel Burkett, chairman of the board of directors for the Islamic Food Bank of Toledo. Yasmeen Awwad https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/02/19/Religious-Offerings-Friday-fish-fries-kick-off-at-area-churches-1/stories/20260219003 https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/02/19/Religious-Offerings-Friday-fish-fries-kick-off-at-area-churches-1/stories/20260219003#comments Thu, 19 Feb 2026 11:38:02 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/02/19/Religious-Offerings-Friday-fish-fries-kick-off-at-area-churches-1/stories/20260219003 ■ The 40-day Lenten season of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving began on Wednesday. With Catholics set to abstain from meat on Fridays through Easter, many churches will host their own dine-in and takeout fish fry dinners for the community. Dozens of people attend a fish fry at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church on April 4, 2025 in Toledo. https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/02/12/buddhist-monks-walk-washington-15-weeks-peace-memorial/stories/20260212124 https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/02/12/buddhist-monks-walk-washington-15-weeks-peace-memorial/stories/20260212124#comments Thu, 12 Feb 2026 19:15:05 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/02/12/buddhist-monks-walk-washington-15-weeks-peace-memorial/stories/20260212124 A group of Buddhist monks ended their 108-day Walk for Peace from Texas to Washington with a ceremony Wednesday afternoon at the Lincoln Memorial, where thousands gathered to hear them speak. Buddhist monks walk near the U.S. Capitol during the Walk For Peace on Feb. 11 in Washington. Buddhist monks arrive at the Lincoln Memorial during their Walk for Peace. Bhikkhu Pannakara, center, leads his fellow Buddhist monks on Capitol Hill. https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/02/12/Religious-Offerings-Groups-fill-up-for-Fat-Tuesday-before-start-of-Lent-1/stories/20260212002 https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/02/12/Religious-Offerings-Groups-fill-up-for-Fat-Tuesday-before-start-of-Lent-1/stories/20260212002#comments Thu, 12 Feb 2026 12:33:42 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/02/12/Religious-Offerings-Groups-fill-up-for-Fat-Tuesday-before-start-of-Lent-1/stories/20260212002 ■ Several church communities are hosting Mardi Gras meals on Tuesday to feast before the Lenten season. Epworth United Methodist Church. https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/02/07/photo-gallery-relic-heart-saint-st-carlo-acutis-rosary-cathedral/stories/20260207132 https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/02/07/photo-gallery-relic-heart-saint-st-carlo-acutis-rosary-cathedral/stories/20260207132#comments Sat, 07 Feb 2026 21:36:18 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/02/07/photo-gallery-relic-heart-saint-st-carlo-acutis-rosary-cathedral/stories/20260207132 Msgr. Anthony Figueiredo presented the Relic of the Heart of Saint Carlo Acutis during a reception on Saturday at Our Lady, Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Cathedral in Toledo. Msgr. William Kubacki, Msgr. Anthony Figueiredo, and Daniel Demski, director of worship for the Diocese of Toledo, bow their heads during a reception at Our Lady, Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Cathedral in Toledo. Msgr. Anthony Figueiredo blesses attendees during a reception of the Relic of the Heart of Saint Carlo Acutis. Msgr. Anthony Figueiredo speaks during a reception of the Relic of the Heart of Saint Carlo Acutis. Relics of Saint Carlo Acutis sit on display. Attendees listen as Msgr. Anthony Figueiredo speaks during a reception at Our Lady, Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Cathedral. An attendee follows along in song during a reception. Msgr. Anthony Figueiredo, director of international affairs for the Diocese of Assisi, Italy, speaks at Our Lady, Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Cathedral. Sister Fidelis Rubbo, of Sisters of St. Francis Sylvania, holds a program while engaging in prayer. An attendee holds a rosary in her hand. Msgr. Anthony Figueiredo speaks during a reception at Our Lady, Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Cathedral. Attendees listen as Msgr. Anthony Figueiredo speaks. Victoria Barrett, 2, hands her grandma, Patricia Barron, a coin purse during a reception. https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/02/07/savannah-guthrie-leans-on-faith-mother-nancy-disappearance/stories/20260207120 https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/02/07/savannah-guthrie-leans-on-faith-mother-nancy-disappearance/stories/20260207120#comments Sat, 07 Feb 2026 18:02:14 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/02/07/savannah-guthrie-leans-on-faith-mother-nancy-disappearance/stories/20260207120 The day after 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie was taken from her Tucson, Arizona, home under the cover of night, her daughter, Savannah, made a heartbreaking appeal to pray for her mother. Savannah Guthrie and mother Nancy Guthrie on set of the "Today" show on June 15, 2023, in New York. Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos exits the press room after giving an update on the investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie. St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, which Nancy Guthrie attends, is seen on Feb. 5 in Tucson, Ariz. https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/02/07/indiana-avenue-missionary-baptist-church-80th-anniversary/stories/20260207007 https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/02/07/indiana-avenue-missionary-baptist-church-80th-anniversary/stories/20260207007#comments Sat, 07 Feb 2026 12:06:33 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/02/07/indiana-avenue-missionary-baptist-church-80th-anniversary/stories/20260207007 What began as a small congregation worshipping in a lower level has grown into a cornerstone of the community, as Indiana Avenue Missionary Baptist Church celebrates 80 years of faith, family, and foundation. Rev. William C. Foster, Sr., stands inside Indiana Avenue Missionary Baptist Church on Feb. 2 in Toledo. The church was founded in 1946 and is celebrating its 80th year. Chandeliers hang over rows of pews inside Indiana Avenue Missionary Baptist Church. Rev. William C. Foster, Sr., sits in a pew inside Indiana Avenue Missionary Baptist Church. A plaque engraved into the building displays the founding year at Indiana Avenue Missionary Baptist Church. Indiana Avenue Missionary Baptist Church historic photo showing its building progression from a one level building to an upper level church. Indiana Avenue Missionary Baptist Church on Aug. 3, 2023, in Toledo. Rev. William C. Foster, Sr., holds his sons guitar inside his office at Indiana Avenue Missionary Baptist Church. Rev. William C. Foster, Sr., stands inside Indiana Avenue Missionary Baptist Church. A picture of a church service being held hangs on the wall inside of Rev. William C. Foster, Sr.’s office at Indiana Avenue Missionary Baptist Church. Framed pictures of Rev. William C. Foster, Sr.’s wife and son, Brittany and William Foster ll, sit on his desk inside Indiana Avenue Missionary Baptist Church. The choir sings and dances during a celebration service on June 6, 2021, for the Rev. John Roberts, 94, who retired in March at Indiana Avenue Missionary Baptist Church in Toledo. https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/02/05/bluffton-crash-survivor-youth-foundation-dinner-msgr-schmit/stories/20260205009 https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/02/05/bluffton-crash-survivor-youth-foundation-dinner-msgr-schmit/stories/20260205009#comments Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:37:37 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/02/05/bluffton-crash-survivor-youth-foundation-dinner-msgr-schmit/stories/20260205009 A little over a month since Lourdes University’s cheer team lost a member in a car crash, Tim Berta met with the girls to talk about the loss of a teammate. Tim Berta, a survivor of the 2007 Bluffton University baseball team bus crash, speaks at a Rotary Club of Toledo meeting at the Glass City Center in Toledo on Jan. 6. Tim Berta watches football practice at Ida High School in Ida, Mich. in 2010. Tim Berta, who was injured in the Bluffton University bus crash, looks at the handprints on the 'Circle of Remembrance' in 2012 at the school in Bluffton, Ohio. Tim Berta gets a joking farewell handshake from physical therapist Jennifer Bortz, as his mother Karen Berta looks on, after completing his day's therapy at the University of Toledo Medical Center in Toledo in 2008. Tim Berta talks with Ida High School quarterback Cameron Cramer, right, during this time as a football coach, in 2010. Tim Berta in 2012 during his time as a coach on the Lourdes University baseball team. Tim Berta puts his hand in his own hand imprint in the sculpture called 'Touching Home' created by Bluffton faculty-artist Gregg Luginbuhl, on the 10th anniversary of the crash in 2010. Msgr. Jerome Schmit circa 1972. His namesake foundation's annual dinner will host Tim Berta on Feb. 19. https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/02/05/religious-offerings-pilgrim-cedarcreek-regina-coeli-islamic-center-rosary/stories/20260205003 https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/02/05/religious-offerings-pilgrim-cedarcreek-regina-coeli-islamic-center-rosary/stories/20260205003#comments Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:15:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/news/religion/2026/02/05/religious-offerings-pilgrim-cedarcreek-regina-coeli-islamic-center-rosary/stories/20260205003 ■ Pilgrim Church hosts a Soup-er Bowl Sunday. Pilgrim Church.