Mission Statement

As members of the Body of Christ, the people of the Roman Catholic community of the Diocese of Gary, diverse but united through Baptism and empowered by the Holy Spirit, nourished by Word and Sacrament, are called to continue the mission of Jesus by being a sign and instrument of God’s kingdom of truth, peace, justice, and love.

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Services for Father Lawrence Kew

Father Lawrence Kew passed away Dec. 16. His wake will be from 3-6 p.m. Thursday at St. Matthias in Crown Point. Visitation will continue from 9-10 a.m. Friday at the church, with the funeral Mass starting there at 10:30 a.m. Please pray for the eternal repose of Father Kew.

  • At a Glance

    At a Glance

    • Diocese established Dec. 17, 1956
    • Led by Bishop Donald J. Hying
    • Serving 186,000 Catholics in Lake, Porter, LaPorte and Starke counties in Northwest Indiana

  • Education

    Education

    • Religious formation for children and adults
    • Incorporating Catholic values and faith in rigorous academic programs
    • Three Catholic high schools and 17 elementary schools

  • Parishes

    Parishes

    • Worshiping in our neighborhoods through a global faith
    • Ministering to our brothers and sisters in Christ
    • Educating one another about our Catholic faith

  • Religious Life

    Religious Life

    • Dedicated priests, deacons, sisters, brothers and lay religious leaders
    • Men and women serving in hospitals, schools and throughout our Northwest Indiana community
    • A growing number of men and women in religious formation

  • Outreach and Giving

    Outreach & Giving

    • Catholic Services Appeal supports vocations, religious education and young adults
    • Catholic Foundation for Northwest Indiana provides perpetual financial support for ministries, parishes and schools
    • Catholic Charities supports food pantries, rent assistance, housing services and more

  • Multicultural

    Multicultural

    • Offering Masses in a variety of languages, including English, Spanish, Polish, Lithuanian and Latin
    • Sharing traditions and stories from our many varied backgrounds
    • United in our diversity, strengthened by our faith

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