Bishop John Noonan | Diocese of Orland website

Magnify held its annual Harvest Ball at the Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando, focusing on its work to help young people and adults with disabilities live independently, develop life skills, and pursue employment opportunities. The event honored Father Derek Saldanha, pastor of St. Thomas Aquinas Parish in St. Cloud, for his pastoral care and support.

Brian Shields, serving as emcee, joined Bishop John Noonan and Father Miguel González, rector of St. James Cathedral in Orlando, in hosting the fundraiser. The event aims to raise funds to continue supporting individuals with disabilities and encouraging them to share their abilities.

The Diocese of Orlando, which was established in 1968, currently includes 79 parishes, 11 missions, 2 basilicas, and 43 Catholic schools. The diocese is led by Bishop John Noonan and covers Brevard, Lake, Marion, Orange, Osceola, Polk, Seminole, Sumter, and Volusia Counties. More information can be found at https://www.orlandodiocese.org/.

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