Bishop Armando X. Ochoa of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Fresno decided this week to keep Sacred Heart Catholic School in east-central Fresno open after a viability study of the school was conducted.

Most mammals play. We even play with members of different species -- as we do with our pets. This is an odd development in a world in which species are supposed to struggle for existence against one another.

Iron Men's Ministry is holding several outreaches in the central San Joaquin Valley next weekend.

A young woman connected to the faith-based film "Soul Surfer" is coming to Clovis to talk about overcoming obstacles.

The area's faith community is gathering next week to discuss how to improve the lives of the homeless in Fresno.

Editor's note: Andrew Fiala has just returned from sabbatical, which took him to Israel and Greece.

Outdoor events at city halls, breakfasts, luncheons and services in parks are planned in the central San Joaquin Valley for National Day of Prayer, which is Thursday.

COARSEGOLD -- In a former homebuilder's office at Highway 41 and Road 417, Believers Assembly provides more than Sunday services in the foothill community.

Victory Life Center is trying to make a difference in an impoverished Highway City neighborhood near Shaw Avenue and Highway 99.

A group of local contractors is nearing completion of a Fresno home renovation project — and the home’s sale will benefit four central San Joaquin Valley nonprofit organizations helping the needy.