Grand Island Central Catholic looks toward less technology, more gratitude R.J. POST Jul 29, 2026 Jul 29, 2026 0 × Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save “In all circumstances give thanks, for this is the will of God for you in Christ Jesus.” So says 1 Thessalonians 5:18.kAm%96? E96C6’D r@=@DD:2?D ciai “!6CD6G6C6 :? 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