If there’s anything that I’ve learned, it’s that life is full of these moments. But each unexpected catastrophe, each unexpected crisis is a chance to turn to the Lord and put your faith to the test. go.sentinel.org/3rjDLZ0 go.sentinel.org/3rjDLZ0

The papers did a wonderful job of telling our story, the story of these colorful, holy people and this unique place, for 152 years. They did it with compassion, balance, humor, grace, and unflinching love for and faithfulness to our church. go.sentinel.org/3CngWdn

Ed never boasts. He wasn't in it for the kudos. He was in it for everyday Catholics in the pews. go.sentinel.org/3SFJJyY go.sentinel.org/3SFJJyY

POPE: “The beauty we are talking about is not turned in on itself" but "the beauty that never fades because it is a reflection of divine beauty." go.sentinel.org/3EaLZKz

Organizations such as Catholic Charities USA said they have their response teams in place to deal with the aftermath of the massive Category 4 storm that lashed western and central Florida. go.sentinel.org/3fxORqL

For 152 years, we mostly got things right, but it’s the blunders that we remember and that make us laugh. go.sentinel.org/3UP9HC7 go.sentinel.org/3UP9HC7

For 20 years, I had the privilege of being editor of El Centinela. go.sentinel.org/3SLRrrn go.sentinel.org/3SLRrrn

We routinely wrote about lay Catholics who made a difference in people’s lives. They are the folks who keep the doors open in their parishes through their support and inspiration. go.sentinel.org/3Cn5zSv go.sentinel.org/3Cn5zSv

SENTINEL SPORTS REPORTER: I remember one day cracking open a case of zucchini and seeing my byline staring back at me. go.sentinel.org/3flO3F8 go.sentinel.org/3flO3F8

The #pope didn't offer his customary commentary on the day's Gospel reading before reciting the Angelus prayer Oct. 2. Instead, he focused on the war and the "terrible and inconceivable wound" it is inflicting on humanity. go.sentinel.org/3M0a88H

The Archdiocese Portland issues a regular email newsletter called Parish Link. It focuses largely on archdiocesan announcements from the Archdiocese of Portland Pastoral Center. To subscribe, send a note to [email protected]. go.sentinel.org/3SRkYjv go.sentinel.org/3SRkYjv

I retained the little liturgical readings assignment through four archbishops, my wedding day, the births of my children, the dawn of the internet, the 9/11 attacks, the deaths of both parents, a pandemic and the birth of a grandson. go.sentinel.org/3RCjoRj

Over these nine plus years, I’ve added to my life’s resume – not in the usual sense, but in a different, more profound way: I’ve renewed my faith in God, and despite the barrage of harrowing events in the headlines, I’ve renewed my faith in humanity. go.sentinel.org/3yzdrhJ

There are everyday saints at every parish who sacrifice their time to serve their fellow parishioners and are nourished in the process. go.sentinel.org/3yclSPG go.sentinel.org/3yclSPG

1870: "It is therefore with mingled feelings of trepidation and of joy that we launch our craft upon the stormy and often disastrous sea of journalism." go.sentinel.org/3UW5Z9Q go.sentinel.org/3UW5Z9Q

Our rich intellectual tradition, our catechism and beautiful doctrine can give us the comical and self-limiting illusion that we completely understand God’s ways. I am sure the Father, Son and Spirit have a good laugh at that. go.sentinel.org/3CD4ypP go.sentinel.org/3CD4ypP

COPIES OF SEPT. 2 ISSUE NEEDED: Friends, the Sept. 2 Sentinel had a front page photo and story about the good people at St. Joseph Parish in Cloverdale. They received very few copies. If you have any to give, please contact Greg Rivelli at 503-260-2255 by Thursday, Oct. 6.

Unidentified photo from Sentinel archives. If you'd like it, send a note to [email protected].

Unidentified photo from Sentinel archives. If you'd like it, send a note to [email protected].

Photo from Sentinel archives. This information on back: "Caroline Faber with children Harry, Elmer, Louise. Also Amanda Raymond." If you'd like it, send a note to [email protected].