2014 Father Charles Irvin Essay Contest Winner

Every year, FAITH awards a $1,000 scholarship to a high school senior in our diocese, based on an essay on a topic related to life in the Church. Our goal is to promote insightful thought and excellent writing, and to encourage careers in Catholic journalism. There are many ways to spread the Good News of Jesus Christ, and good writing is one of them.We hope you enjoy this year’s winning essay by Ryan Johnson of Gabriel Richard High School and two additional essays submitted by Jacob Tallio and Bridget Voisin.