Catholic Parish Helped Families of Hostages During Texas Synagogue Standoff
January 19, 2022By John Lavenburg PROSPECT HEIGHTS — At one point during the synagogue hostage situation in Colleyville, Texas, on Jan. 15, interfaith leaders […]
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